On Thursday, December 12, 2024, Indian Grandmaster D. Gukesh became the youngest World Chess Champion. Gukesh clinched the title after a crucial mistake by Ding Liren in the final game of the World Chess Championship held in Singapore. The error came at a time when the possibility of a tiebreak seemed very likely. Gukesh secured the title with a 7.5 score against Ding’s 6.5 by winning the last classical game of the 14-game match. The match concluded in its fifth hour when Ding Liren’s blunder cost him the game, the match, and the crown. While the match appeared to be…
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Former Australian batter Matthew Hayden has shared some advice for Indian bowlers ahead of the third Test. Hayden explained how India’s pace bowlers could utilize the bounce on the Gabba pitch to their advantage. The third Test between India and Australia is set to begin on December 14 at the Gabba in Brisbane. Australia leveled the five-match series 1-1 with a 10-wicket win in the pink-ball Test in Adelaide. Hayden discussed strategies for dismissing Australian batters at the Gabba. Speaking to a sports channel, he said, “Whenever India gets the chance to bowl, they should trust the fourth and fifth…
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, India’s domestic T20 tournament, has been delivering thrilling matches for fans. The last quarterfinal match of the tournament was played in Bengaluru between Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. Delhi emerged victorious in this match, securing their place in the semifinals. However, the game witnessed an unexpected clash between two players, leading to a heated argument. The on-field umpires had to intervene to diffuse the situation. A video of the incident has since gone viral on social media. Clash Between Two Indian Players During Live Match This incident occurred during Delhi’s innings. Uttar Pradesh’s Nitish Rana was…
The third match of the five-match Border-Gavaskar Test series between India and Australia is set to take place at the Gabba. Both teams are aiming to take the lead in the series by winning this crucial match. India secured a massive 295-run victory in the first Test at Perth, gaining a 1-0 lead in the series. However, Australia made a strong comeback in the second day-night Test in Adelaide, defeating India by 10 wickets to level the series. With the series tied at 1-1, both teams are focused on gaining an edge in the third Test. However, rain could potentially…
India’s bowling performance on the Australia tour has been average, with only Jasprit Bumrah standing out. As a result, former cricketers and fans have been calling for experienced pacer Mohammed Shami to be included in the squad. Initially, reports suggested that Shami might join the team for the final two Tests. However, a new twist has emerged, and it appears he might not fly to Australia after all. According to media reports, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) may refrain from sending Shami due to fitness concerns. Indian captain Rohit Sharma had earlier stated that the doors…
The race for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 Final has become even more intense. As of now, only four teams remain in contention, including India. While Team India’s path ahead is quite challenging, it is still possible for them to secure a spot in the final. With the third Test of the India-Australia series still a few days away, let’s look at how India can qualify for the WTC Final. Will India need to rely on other teams, or can they make it on their own? Three Matches Still Left in the India vs Australia Series The five-match…
The Indian cricket team suffered a humiliating defeat in the second Test against Australia. Under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, Team India had previously lost three consecutive Test matches at home against New Zealand. Now, with Rohit Sharma back in action in Australia, the losing streak has resumed. After winning the first Test and gaining a lead in the series, India has now lost that advantage, bringing the series to level terms. The outcome of the remaining three matches will be highly intriguing to watch. However, it seems almost certain that significant changes will be seen in the team for…
Indian cricket team’s star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was part of the Delhi Capitals franchise in the IPL from 2016 to 2024. Despite spending nine seasons with the team, the franchise did not retain him for IPL 2025, leaving everyone surprised. Pant later entered the mega auction, where he became the most expensive player in IPL history. Lucknow Super Giants bought him for a staggering ₹27 crore. Now, Delhi Capitals’ new head coach, Hemang Badani, has made a shocking claim, alleging that Pant himself chose to leave the franchise for a higher paycheck. Head Coach’s Surprising Revelation Rishabh Pant was a…
Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, the Indian cricket team suffered a heavy defeat against Australia in the second Test played in Adelaide. The pink-ball Test ended in just two days and one session. India’s batting collapsed in both innings, leading to the loss. India managed only 180 runs in the first innings, while Australia posted a commanding 337. In the second innings, India was bowled out for 175, leaving Australia with just 19 runs to chase, which they did with ease. This defeat pushed India down to the third spot in the ICC Test Championship standings. India’s Points Percentage (PCT) is…
Indian captain Rohit Sharma is currently struggling with his form. In the second Test against Australia, held in Adelaide, Rohit was dismissed for single-digit scores in both innings. He managed just 3 runs in the first innings and 6 runs in the second. India suffered a 10-wicket defeat in the pink-ball Test. Typically an opener, Rohit batted at number six in Adelaide but failed to turn his fortunes around. He relinquished his opening slot to KL Rahul, who impressed with his batting in the Perth Test during Rohit’s absence. Rohit missed the first Test due to the birth of his…