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Ben Sears, Will O'Rourke named in New Zealand squad for Champions Trophy

Both O'Rourke and Smith bring limited experience in the 50-over format at the international level, but New Zealand will rely on the expertise of seasoned pacers Matt Henry and Lockie Ferguson.

Wait for India's squad continues as Champions Trophy reaches Australia

BCCI are yet to announce the Indian squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 with the selection committee asking for a bit more time to prepare the final squad.

Corridor of uncertainty: What does the future hold for Rohit and Virat?

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's form in Test cricket has triggered intense debate. Do they have the zeal to stage a turnaround so late in their careers?

ISPL sign multi-year official energy drink partnership with Predator Energy

The significant three-year deal, valued at ₹9.93 crore, includes ₹3 crore for the first year, with a 10% annual increase, highlighting the immense commercial potential and rapid growth of the ISPL.

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25: Top 10 highest wicket-takers in the tournament

The 50-over format tournament has Indian youngster Varun Chakravarthy on top of the wicket-takers' list at the moment, taking 18 wickets in 6 matches, including two five-wicket hauls for his side.

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 quarterfinals live match timing and streaming

The teams have been ranked according to their performances in the group stages, with Gujarat leading the table.

Why South Africa is calling for boycott against Afghanistan cricket team?

In a statement, McKenzie acknowledged that while the International Cricket Council (ICC) generally avoids political interference in sport, the situation in Afghanistan warranted a different stance.

Shami to Bumrah: What will be India's pace attack for Champions Trophy?

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that the National Cricket Academy (NCA) medical team has been meticulously monitoring Shami's recovery.

Abhishek Bachchan to join European T20 Premier League as co-owner

ETPL is a privately-owned franchise tournament in partnership with three member cricket nations-Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands

Bumrah fitness: What is extent of his injury? Will he play Champions Trophy

Bumrah only bowled 10 overs in the Sydney Test vs Australia before picking up a back injury, leaving the field, and being deemed unavailable to bowl for the rest of the match

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Former ICC chief Abbas admits being fan of Rohit

The former Pakistan captain Zaheer Abbas also voiced his frustration over the lack of bilateral series between the two nations

IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Rohit Sharma dropped; Bumrah to lead - Reports

Jasprit Bumrah had previously captained the team during the first Test in Perth, where India triumphed by a commanding 295-run margin.

Former Indian batsman Vinod Kambli walks out of hospital after two weeks

Former India batsman Vinod Kambli was discharged from a private hospital at Bhiwandi in Thane district on Wednesday afternoon after undergoing treatment for nearly two weeks. He walked out of the hospital around 4 pm. 52-year-old Kambli was initially admitted to Akruti Hospital for urinary infection and cramps, but the doctors later said that clots were found in his brain. In a New Year's message, Kambli, talking to the waiting media, made an appeal to the people to shun alcohol and narcotic drugs, saying that vices can destroy one's life. He would soon be back on the field, the former swashbuckling batsman said. Kambli was now "completely fit" though he will have to take certain precautions, said Dr Vivek Trivedi who treated him. A video showing the former cricketer wearing a Team India jersey and wielding a bat before he left the hospital went viral on social media.

Shape up or ship out: Is Gambhir talking tough to Team India after MCG loss?

According to a report in The Indian Express, coach Gautam Gambhir questioned the players for not playing according to the situation and instead doing their own thing in the name of 'natural game'

Year in review: Top 10 highest run-scorers in Tests, ODIs, T20Is in 2024

Joe Root (ENG), Muhammad Waseem (UAE) and Kusal Mendis (SL) led the charts of highest run-getters in Tests, T20Is and ODIs in 2024

Cricket to qcom: What shaped India's emotional, cultural landscape in 2024

Cricket comes out on top, as you would expect in a year that saw India win its second T20 World Cup in men's cricket. And PM Narendra Modi's ever rising global stature puts him at number two

Cricket: A metaphor for strategy in business, diplomacy, and economics

From CEOs to RBI governors, cricket's rich imagery and strategy resonate deeply with leadership, uncertainty, and decision-making across industries and global diplomacy

IND vs AUS: Dropping Gill was a strategic move, says batting coach Nayar

Star batter Shubman Gill was dropped from the Indian squad for the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy

Maha govt announces Rs 5L aid for cricketer Vinod Kambli, assures support

Kambli was admitted to the hospital on Saturday evening after experiencing muscle cramps and dizziness at home

IND vs AUS: Australia announce playing 11, Travis Head fit to play

Head, who had suffered a minor quad strain while batting in the Brisbane Test, underwent a rigorous fitness test on Christmas Day.