Team India capped off a near-perfect Day 1 at Headingley, closing on a commanding 359 for 3 in the first Test against England. Captain Shubman Gill, unbeaten on a sublime 127, will walk out on Day 2 alongside vice-captain Rishabh Pant, who is cruising on 65*. Their unbroken 138-run stand has placed India in a…
In a historic move that honours two of cricket’s greatest icons, the Pataudi Trophy has officially been renamed the Anderson,Tendulkar Trophy, recognising the monumental contributions of James Anderson and Sachin Tendulkar to the game. The unveiling ceremony, held on the eve of the first Test between India and England at Headingley, marked a new chapter…
The stage is set. The all-important five-match Test series between India and England gets underway tomorrow at Headingley, Leeds—a venue steeped in history and poised to witness the next chapter of one of cricket’s most compelling rivalries. Both teams have already hit the ground running, each beginning their preparations in contrasting styles that reflect not…
Glenn Maxwell turned on the style under the Oakland lights, producing a blistering century to propel Washington Freedom to a commanding 113-run victory over the Los Angeles Knight Riders in the Major League Cricket clash on June 17, 2025. Batting first, Washington posted an imposing 208 for five in their 20 overs, thanks largely to…
It’s bright and sunny in Leeds — the kind of crisp English summer day that feels like a quiet nod from the weather gods, as if they too are ready for Test cricket. Not a drop of rain, not a breeze out of place. Just stillness, sky, and the sense of something momentous about to…
It has been a remarkable build-up on KartikeyNews so far. The attention we’ve received across national and regional media is a clear testament to the impact our coverage has made. Nearly every interview has generated headlines and sparked conversations. With the series now upon us, we are excited to host our Build-Up Conclave on Monday,…
The township of Langa in Cape Town translates to “sun” in English. On June 14, 2025, bright sunshine beamed not only over Lord’s Cricket Ground but also upon Temba Bavuma, as he and his South African teammates lifted the coveted ICC World Test Championship (WTC) mace. Against all odds, and against an Australian XI with…
Ravichandran Ashwin and I have always shared a strong rapport. Our conversations often go beyond the surface—we discuss, debate, and even disagree. That’s the beauty of talking cricket with Ashwin. It was no different when we recently spoke about the upcoming England–India Test series. Midway through our discussion, I raised the topic of Virat Kohli…
If there’s one cricketer whose name you’d scrawl on the Indian Test team sheet even in your sleep, it’s Jasprit Bumrah. Such is the fast bowler’s stature that he is now the automatic first name in any Indian Test XI. Bumrah has not only become India’s bowling spearhead but also a symbol of reliability and…
Lord’s, June 2025 – The opening day of the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 between South Africa and Australia saw Kagiso Rabada once again rise to the occasion. The South African pace spearhead delivered a scintillating five-wicket haul to help bowl out Australia for 212, keeping his side firmly in the contest—despite a wobbly…
