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Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah and batter Smriti Mandhana will be honoured with the BCCI’s Polly Umrigar Award for International Cricketer in the men’s and women’s categories, respectively, for their outstanding performances in 2023-24 on Saturday. Bumrah, recognised as the ICC Test and overall Cricketer of the Year in 2024 for his “masterclass in skill, […]
Former Indian captain and India’s star batter, Virat Kohli’s return to the Ranji Trophy was marked by early dismissal on Day 2 of Delhi’s match against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday. The thunderous reception from the home crowd swiftly turned into disappointment as Kohli’s batting woes persisted. He did […]
Virat Kohli’s return to the Ranji Trophy was overshadowed by chaotic scenes outside the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. On Thursday, Kohli took the field for the first time in 12 years in the first-class tournament during Delhi’s match against Railways, led by Suraj Ahuja. Enthusiastic fans gathered in large numbers to witness the […]
India’s star batter, Virat Kohli, joined Delhi’s Ranji Trophy squad for a team training session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday, ahead of his much-anticipated return to domestic cricket. Kohli will make his first appearance in the Ranji Trophy since 2012 when Delhi faces Railways on January 30. This marks his return to the […]
Kho-Kho may be a street and schoolyard game, but an Indian victory in this sport on an international level would significantly increase its popularity. The achievement becomes even more special when it involves a talented girl from a lesser-known village who has worked hard to rise through the ranks. Meet Opina Bhilar, a talented defender […]
Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu on Thursday advanced to the quarterfinals of the India Open 2025 after securing a dominant win over Japan’s Manami Suizu in the second round. The 29-year-old defeated Suizu by 21-15, 21-13 in a 46-minute encounter at the KD Jadhav Indoor Hall in the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium. Sindhu, who was […]
India’s strike bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, is likely to miss the group stage of next month’s Champions Trophy due to health concerns. Bumrah, who has been diagnosed with swelling on his back, has been advised to report to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru for further monitoring and rehabilitation. The Champions Trophy, featuring the world’s […]
If the great divide in the Indian cricket dressing room was discussed in hushed tones, it became hugely apparent on the first day of the ongoing Sydney Test. Minutes before the toss, Rohit Sharma, India’s designated captain, avoided open discussions with the head coach, Gautam Gambhir. Before the frosty silence, a visibly disturbed Rohit and […]
Double Olympic medallist shooter Manu Bhaker and chess world champion D Gukesh are among four athletes selected for the prestigious Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Thursday. Alongside them, men’s hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and Paralympic gold medalist Praveen Kumar will also receive the honour. The Ministry […]
Captain Rohit Sharma has admitted that his batting form and captaincy have not met expectations but opted to stay non-committal regarding his future in the Test team. Rohit faced challenging questions during the press conference following India’s loss in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, where they were unable to secure a draw on the […]
Nitish Kumar Reddy’s journey from a mischievous child to a rising star in Indian cricket is deeply intertwined with the sacrifices made by his father, Mutyalu Reddy and the unwavering support of his childhood coach, Kumar Swamy. On Saturday, at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, Nitish’s dedication paid off when he scored a remarkable century […]
Following the press conference controversy involving all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, the visiting media has reportedly skipped a pre-arranged game, leading to the cancellation of a scheduled inter-press match between the Indian and Australian media. The Indian team’s media manager declined to play in the T20 game that was slated to take place on Sunday at Junction […]
Ravichandran, father of cricketer R Ashwin, revealed that the off-spinner’s decision to retire from international cricket caught their family by surprise. While Ravichandran expressed his wish for Ashwin to continue representing the Indian senior team, he also hinted that his son’s feelings of humiliation could have influenced his sudden retirement. However, he did not go […]
Spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from all formats of cricket following the drawn third Test against Australia in Brisbane on Wednesday. At the time of his retirement, the 38-year-old ranks fifth among bowlers and third among all-rounders in the ICC Test rankings. Ashwin ended a 14-year career in which he played 106 […]
Indian cricketer Virat Kohli faced another setback in the third Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, managing just 3 runs off 16 balls before being dismissed as India’s third wicket in the first innings. It was not just the low score but the manner of his dismissal that frustrated both experts and fans. Once again, […]
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has agreed to host the 2025 Champions Trophy under a hybrid model, allowing India to play its matches in Dubai while Pakistan serves as a co-host for the tournament. This arrangement, approved “in principle” during an informal meeting at ICC headquarters in Dubai, extends to other ICC multi-lateral events through […]
With four goals, star player Araijeet Singh Hundal led the Indian junior men’s hockey team to a 5-3 victory over arch rivals Pakistan in Wednesday’s Men’s Junior Asia Cup final. The Indian team successfully defended its title and won a record fifth title in the competition’s history in Muscat. Dilraj Singh added a goal to […]
Two-time Olympic medalist and badminton star PV Sindhu is set to marry Hyderabad-based Venkata Datta Sai, an executive director at Posidex Technologies, on December 22 in Udaipur. Speaking to the media, Sindhu’s father, PV Ramana, shared that both families have known each other for some time and about a month ago, decided to plan the […]
When you are planning a luxury cocktail party, there’s more to it than just aesthetics and a curated guest list. Sure, an elegant theme and signature drinks are also important. But what truly sets the evening apart is the experience you create for your guests. It has to be something effortless that both engages and […]
Gujarat Titans has secured England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler for an impressive Rs 15.75 crore at the IPL 2025 auction held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Rajasthan Royals entered the bidding early in an attempt to acquire Buttler at a lower price, but Gujarat Titans remained steadfast in their pursuit of the England white-ball captain. Following an […]
