The Indian cricket team is currently touring Australia, where a five-match Test series is being played between the two sides. India secured a massive 295-run victory in the Perth Test, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. The second Test, a pink-ball match, will be played at the Adelaide Oval starting Friday, December 6. Meanwhile, there’s some great news for India in the context of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC). In the first Test of the England-New Zealand series, England registered a commanding 8-wicket win over New Zealand. This result has slightly simplified India’s equation for reaching the WTC…
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In the IPL 2025 mega auction, a total of 577 players were up for grabs, but only 182 found buyers. This left 395 players unsold, including Urvil Patel. Despite being overlooked, Urvil didn’t let disappointment affect him. Within a week, he smashed two sensational centuries, setting a new benchmark in domestic cricket. Playing for Gujarat in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Urvil broke Rishabh Pant’s record for the fastest T20 century by an Indian. Fastest T20 Century by an Indian Urvil Patel created history by scoring a century off just 28 balls against Tripura in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.…
The news about the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) accepting the ICC’s offer to hold the Champions Trophy 2025 in a hybrid model has become very popular. A schedule for India’s matches is also being shared online. According to the post, India will play three group matches. Their first match will be against Bangladesh on 20 February 2025 in Dubai. India’s second match is said to be against Australia on 23 February 2025, also in Dubai. The much-awaited India vs Pakistan match is expected to happen on 1 March 2025 at the same venue. Other matches in the tournament will take…
Speculations are rife about Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) new captain. With Faf du Plessis, who captained RCB in IPL 2024, no longer part of the team, the franchise has yet to announce his successor. Fans on social media are debating whether Virat Kohli should once again lead the team. However, a new name has surfaced, potentially as RCB’s next captain. RCB Has a Strong Option Currently, Virat Kohli is the frontrunner for the captaincy, but nothing has been confirmed. Another candidate in the mix is Krunal Pandya, who was recently released by Mumbai Indians and picked up by RCB for…
The build-up to the Champions Trophy is gaining momentum, with discussions around the hybrid model creating tension between India and Pakistan. According to reports, while Pakistan has agreed to the hybrid model, they have put forth a significant condition. Pakistan wants the hybrid model to be implemented for ICC tournaments in India until 2031, which has caused a deadlock. Although the Champions Trophy is scheduled for next year, many teams have already started their preparations. Speculations are also rife about the Indian squad—who might make the cut and who might be dropped. Here’s a look at the players who could…
Indian captain Rohit Sharma is set to return for the Adelaide Test, beginning on December 6. He missed the first Test due to the birth of his second child. In his absence, KL Rahul opened the innings with Yashasvi Jaiswal, and the duo played a pivotal role in India’s victory with a 201-run partnership in the second innings. With Rohit’s return, the big question is: what batting position will he take? Some cricket experts suggest that Rohit should bat at No. 5 or 6. However, former off-spinner Harbhajan Singh believes Rohit will likely open or bat at No. 3. Harbhajan’s…
Pakistan is currently on a tour of Zimbabwe, where they secured a victory in the first T20I, winning by 57 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the series. In this match, Pakistan’s fast bowler Haris Rauf achieved a significant milestone, becoming the leading wicket-taker for Pakistan in T20 internationals. Pakistan’s Leading Wicket-Taker in T20Is Haris Rauf bowled 3 overs, conceding 17 runs and taking 2 wickets in the first T20I against Zimbabwe. With these 2 wickets, he surpassed Shadab Khan to become Pakistan’s most successful bowler in T20I cricket. Haris Rauf Breaks Record in 28 Fewer Matches Shadab Khan…
In the Test match against Bangladesh being played in Kingston, a West Indies bowler delivered a sensational performance, breaking a long-standing record. This remarkable event is the first of its kind in 46 years in cricket’s longest format. His destructive bowling left Bangladesh far from the 200-run mark in their first innings of the second Test, giving the host team a strong grip on the match. The player at the center of this historic moment is Jayden Seales, who broke an Indian bowler’s record while scripting history against Bangladesh. Jayden Seales Breaks 46-Year-Old Record Jayden Seales bowled 15.5 overs, including…
The result of the Perth Test pushed Australia to the second spot in the points table, while India climbed to the top. Meanwhile, South Africa’s win over Sri Lanka elevated the Proteas to second place, with Australia slipping to third. Though the final WTC standings are yet to be decided, the race to the final has now become intensely competitive. India, Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka are all in contention for the top two spots. While the victory in Perth gave India a solid foundation, Rohit Sharma’s team still has a long road ahead to secure their…
The search for a new captain for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has been a hot topic since the mega auction. Recent reports suggest that Virat Kohli might once again take up the captaincy. If this happens, it will be great news for RCB fans, as Kohli’s aggressive leadership and match-winning performances have always been a favorite among the supporters. Will Kohli Lead RCB Again? Under Kohli’s captaincy, RCB has delivered several memorable performances in the IPL. If he returns as captain, it could bring a positive change to the team and boost their chances of winning the trophy. However, it…