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Time running out for Karun Nair; Batter could be overlooked in Manchester

Cricket has given Karun Nair a 'second chance' but he doesn't seem to have made the most of it on the tour of England and could end up being the sole name on the chopping block when India's playing XI for the fourth Test is finalised. Back in the playing eleven after eight years, the 33-year-old has got starts in majority of his six innings but he has not been able to convert them into something substantial. He has looked good in the middle, especially while driving the ball but the rising ball from length has bothered him. In the second innings at Lord's, he misjudged the line and length of an incoming Brydon Carse delivery to offer no shot, finding himself trapped in front. Batting at number three, India expect solidity from Nair, who gate-crashed into the national team after piling up a mountain of runs on the domestic circuit. With India trailing 1-2 in the five-match series and the next game still a week away, the management needs to take a call -- stick to Nair or invest in t

Watch: King Charles III meets Indian men's and women's cricket teams | India vs England | Test match

King Charles III met the Indian men's and women's cricket teams on tour to England at St. James' palace in London on Tuesday.

MS Dhoni files for trademark on his iconic cricket moniker 'Captain Cool'

The term 'Captain Cool' has long been linked to MS Dhoni's calm leadership style; the trademark bid now seeks to officially secure the title under sports training and coaching services

KL Rahul under spotlight as India A take on England Lions in practice game

Rahul, who boasts two centuries in English conditions, remains one of India's most experienced batters in the absence of Rohit and Kohli

Kohli's retirement a timely reminder that stars also need their down time

They may seem invincible on the field, but sports icons have vulnerable moments too-and need time and space to recover

Why 2025 feels like 2012 as Kohli, Rohit retire from Test cricket

Australian tours appear to have a decisive role in concluding the careers of Indian batting greats

He can't play without full intensity: Hussain on Kohli's test retirement

Virat Kohli's monumental contribution to Test cricket goes beyond numbers and his unrelenting spirit to not settle for anything "normal" may have prompted his decision to retire, said former England captain Nasser Hussain. Kohli retired from the five-day game on Monday ahead of the five-match series in England beginning on June 20. The 36-year-old was not the only the biggest promoter of Test cricket but also ended as India's most successful Test captain. "He is the ultimate winner, he sees the end goal as a win, and he is desperate for that," Hussain said on Sky Sports Cricket podcast. "Everything for Kohli is about winning. Why do you think he's so good in run chases? He can't go on the field and not be a hundred per cent, he can't ever go: 'I'll just do my best today. "That may have formed part of his retirement decision, he doesn't want to be a normal cricketer, just doing a little bit here and there. He made India into the force they are today." Kohli amassed 9230 runs in 123

Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket: A look at his stats | Indian Cricket | Virat Kohli batting

Virat Kohli has officially retired from Test cricket. He announced the decision via an emotional Instagram post, calling it tough but timely.

BCCI eyes hosting rights for 2027 World Test Championship final in India

The BCCI is contemplating to host the World Test Championship (WTC) final of the 2025-2027 cycle in India, and a proposal in this regard will be formalised at a later date. England has hosted both the WTC title clashes till now in 2021 and 2023 at Hampshire and at the Oval respectively. The PTI has learned that discussions in this regard was held during the ICC's chief executives committee in Zimbabwe last month, where the BCCI was represented by IPL chairman Arun Dhumal. Jay Shah, the former BCCI secretary, is the current ICC Chairman after taking over from Greg Barclay in December 2024. "If India reaches the next WTC final, then it will be a great spectacle for the fans. Even otherwise (if India does not feature in the final), a match involving two other top teams will have a lot of takers," a source close to the development indicated. Moreover, India playing host to the marquee ICC Test event's final during Shah's tenure will be a feather on his career. The deteriorated bilate

Gautam Gambhir breaks silence on India-Pakistan cricket relations

Team India coach and former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir emphasized that national security concerns should take precedence over sporting engagements.

New kid on the brand wagon: IPL sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi in spotlight

Blazing 11 sixes and seven boundaries, Suryavanshi now holds the record for the second-fastest century in IPL

Vaibhav Suryavanshi's IPL ton: Who were the youngest debutants before him?

At 14 years, 32 days, Suryavanshi became the youngest IPL centurion with a 35-ball ton, the second-fastest in IPL history. Here are the youngest players who debuted before him

Jasprit Bumrah, Smriti Mandhana crowned Wisden's top cricketers of the year

One of Bumrah's most defining contributions came during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, where Bumrah was virtually unstoppable.

India and CSK player Shivam Dube announces Rs 70,000 for budding athletes

In a heart-warming gesture, India all-rounder Shivam Dube on Tuesday promised to provide Rs 70,000 each to 10 budding athletes from Tamil Nadu. Dube, who plays for Chennai Super Kings, made the touching decision during the Tamil Nadu Sports Journalists' Association's awards and scholarships function here. Dube's reward was in addition to the scholarship of Rs 30,000 given by the TNSJA. When I was travelling from the team hotel to this venue, Dr Baba (TNCA secretary), told me that it was an effort to help some of the youngsters over here. So, this is truly encouraging for all the young athletes, said Dube during the function which was also attended by CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan. The cricketer, who was part of India's T20 World Cup 2024 winning squad, said such awards, however small in nature, will work as an inspiration for young athletes to bring laurels to the country. These small things provide them with the extra motivation to strive harder and bring pride to the nation. I have .

No room for complacency: Waugh on Rohit's captaincy and Test future

Australia legend Steve Waugh believes under-fire Rohit Sharma can't afford to be "complacent or relax" if he wants to continue serving Indian cricket, including making a call on his captaincy ahead of the upcoming Test series against England. With questions swirling around Rohit's future, Waugh said the decision to lead India must come from the man himself. India will begin their 202527 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle with the England series starting in June. "It is totally up to him," Waugh told PTI. "He is the only one who can solve that problem. He has got to look himself in the mirror and say, do I still want to be captain or play for India? Am I committed? "Am I putting enough time and effort into it? It is a privilege and an honour to play for your country. You can't be complacent or relax," added Waugh, a member of the Laureus World Sports Academy. Rohit, who turns 38 on April 30, has endured a lean run in his last three Test series against Bangladesh, New Zealand, and

Rohit Sharma's two-word post for coach Abhishek Nayar after BCCI exit

In a subtle but heartfelt gesture, India captain Rohit Sharma acknowledged Nayar on social media,haring a photo from his 76* knock against Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2025.

IND vs NZ 2000 final revisited: Can India avenge 25-year-old heartbreak?

Rohit Sharma-led Indian team will take on Kiwis in Dubai on Sunday and will aim to lift their third Champions Trophy title

Champions Trophy 2025: Restaurants, pubs eye surge in sales on Super Sunday

India takes on New Zealand in the Champions Trophy finale on Sunday. The two clashed earlier in the series, where India won the match by 44 runs

Shama Mohamed faces backlash for fat-shaming Rohit Sharma: Who is she?

Congress party spokesperson Shama Mohamed is facing criticism over her comments about Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma

Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal schedule, India time table, live streaming

India will face Australia in the semifinal 1 on March 4. New Zealand will face South Africa in the semifinal 2 on March 5.