With the highly anticipated second Test at Leeds fast approaching, Team India has officially begun preparations, but the management faces a key selection conundrum — whether to include Nitish Kumar Reddy or Shardul Thakur in the playing XI. Following a hard-fought opening Test, India’s think-tank, led by head coach Gautam Gambhir and new skipper Shubman…
South African fast bowler Dane Paterson is adamant that his side will not be entering the World Test Championship (WTC) Final as underdogs — and firmly believes they have what it takes to defeat Australia and claim Test cricket’s most prestigious prize. While Australia boast an imposing record at Lord’s — just two defeats in…
Shubman Gill Sets the Tone as India’s New Test Captain Ahead of England Tour Shubman Gill was calm, composed, and confident as he addressed the media for the first time since being appointed India’s new Test captain. Sitting alongside the strong-minded head coach Gautam Gambhir, Gill exuded the qualities he hopes to bring into the…
As anticipation builds for the 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) Final, former Australian wicketkeeper Brad Haddin has revealed his playing XI for the marquee clash against South Africa at Lord’s, raising a few eyebrows with bold selection calls — including a surprise move to open with Cameron Green. 🏏 Brad Haddin’s Australia XI for the…
After 18 years of heartbreak, near-misses, and unwavering fan support, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have finally clinched their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title. In a nail-biting final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, RCB edged past Punjab Kings by a thrilling six-run margin, etching a historic moment in the franchise’s legacy. Virat Kohli,…
In the press conference with his counterpart Shreyas Iyer, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Rajat Patidar’s act has sent chills down fans’ spines. As RCB face the Punjab Kings (PBKS) challenge in the pursuit of their maiden IPL title, fans are understandably nervous. As the pictures and videos of the pre-final press conference surfaced on social media,…
RCB have played three finals previously; PBKS have made it to the final only once before The IPL will have a new champion after Punjab Kings beat Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 in Ahmedabad on Sunday night to set up a summit clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Neither team has won the IPL before. The IPL final is on Tuesday,…
The decision had been on the cards ever since he was overlooked for CSA’s central contracts in April South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Heinrich Klaasen has announced that he is stepping away from international cricket, as he looks to prioritise his T20 league future. The decision means Klaasen, who will be 34 next month, played his last game for South…
As the IPL 2025 league stage enters the business end, the race for qualification is intensifying for every team. If 16 points are considered the benchmark for playoffs, teams are now calculating not just wins but also Net Run Rate (NRR) and their opponents’ matchups. While Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are just one step away…
GG vs RCB Highlights and Scorecard: Laura Wolvaardt and Beth Mooney were in their elements as Gujarat Giants recorded a comfortable 19-run victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore to log their first points after four defeats in the Women’s Premier League here on Wednesday. Wolvaardt was at her free-flowing best, while skipper Mooney was equally regal…
