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Shreyas Iyer to take over Rohit Sharma as ODI captain? BCCI secretary quashes rumours

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has ruled out the possibility of having Shreyas Iyer as the next India ODI captain. The board is likely grooming Shubman Gill for that position.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are still very fit, hope they play 2027 World Cup: Ross Taylor

Former New Zealand batter Ross Taylor has shared his thoughts on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma playing till the ODI World Cup 2027, mentioning the various factors which could affect their decisions.

Live telecast selection meetings so fans know why players are dropped: Manoj Tiwary

Former cricketer Manoj Tiwary has called for BCCI to live stream selection meetings to improve transparency. This demand follows controversy over the exclusion of Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal from the Asia Cup squad.

Shuttlecock crisis in badminton has not reached alarming levels: BWF

The Badminton World Federation has acknowledged the issue of global shuttlecock shortage. However, they have denied that it has reached a critical level yet.

Women's World Cup 2025: Bengaluru fixtures moved to Navi Mumbai

Navi Mumbai will host five fixtures including the second semifinal and the final, unless Pakistan make it to the summit clash

Pragyan Ojha likely to be included in BCCI Men's selection panel

The Board is on the lookout for two selectors for the Men's team and four for the Women's team

Split board at USA Cricket cuts ties with ACE; World Cup preparations at risk

The proposal to terminate ACE's contract was put forth by Chairman Venu Pisike and Board Member David Haubert

'You don’t talk, rookie': Ex-Australia batter recalls Virat Kohli’s fiery reply on his Test debut

Joe Burns recalls his debut Boxing Day Test in 2014 against India, where a brief attempt to sledge Virat Kohli backfired spectacularly. Kohli, then emerging as India's Test captain, silenced Burns with a sharp retort and a boundary. Burns learned a valuable lesson about engaging with the fierce competitor, whose leadership shaped India's aggressive cricketing identity.

Women's World Cup: Navi Mumbai replaces Bengaluru as venue - ICC issues revised schedule

The ICC has shifted the venue for the Women's Cricket World Cup, replacing Bengaluru with Navi Mumbai, which will now host up to five matches, including a semi-final and potentially the final. The tournament will span five venues across India and Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2.

R Ashwin reveals reason behind sudden retirement: Sitting out of the team got to me

Ravichandran Ashwin has finally broken the silence on his sudden international retirement from all forms of cricket in December 2024. The legendary spinner has cited non-selection on away tours and family commitments as reasons behind his decision not to play further cricket for India.

Women's World Cup matches moved out of Bengaluru after stadium stampede fiasco

ICC Women's World Cup 2025: Five matches originally scheduled at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru have been moved to DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The ICC announced the venue change on Friday, August 22, after the Karnataka state cricket body failed to secure the necessary approvals following the stampede incident during RCB's victory celebrations in June.

Esports World Cup: Team Falcons claim successive club titles in Riyadh

Team Falcons have clinched their second straight Esports World Cup Club Championship in Riyadh, solidifying their dominance across 18 titles.

The sponsorship jinx: Why brands on Team India's jersey turn to dust?

Indian cricket team jersey sponsor Dream11 faced a major setback due to the Online Gaming Bill being passed in parliament. Interestingly, this makes 5th straight BCCI sponsor who has got into one or the other problem.

'Cricket chhod ke maulana ban jaa': Pakistan’s Mohammad Rizwan trolled after comical dismissal

Mohammad Rizwan's struggles continue as he faces setbacks, including being dropped from the Asia Cup squad and demoted in PCB contracts. His poor form extended to the CPL, where he was dismissed for just 3 runs, leading to social media trolling. Pakistan cricket is facing a decline across formats, marked by inconsistent performances and early exits from major tournaments.

Asia Cup: 'Yashasvi Jaiswal is better than Shubman Gill'- Ex India batter sparks selection debate

The selection of India's Asia Cup 2025 squad is creating controversy. Yashasvi Jaiswal is surprisingly left out. Shubman Gill makes a comeback to the T20I team. He is also appointed as the vice-captain. Experts are questioning Jaiswal's exclusion despite his strong performance. Sai Sudharsan's omission is also raising concerns. Subramaniam Badrinath highlights potential recency bias in the selection process.

Transfer rumors, news: Spurs turn to Nkunku after Eze snub

Spurs exploring a move for Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku after missing out when Eberechi Eze chose Arsenal. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Virat, you got to play some shots: Former Australia batter recalls sledging India star

Former Australia batter Joe Burns revealed how sledging Virat Kohli in 2014 backfired for his team during the Melbourne Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2014-15.

From doubt to glory: Tapasya Gahlawat becomes U20 world wrestling champion

Tapasya Gahlawat overcame societal expectations and family tragedy to become the U20 World wrestling champion in Samokov, Bulgaria. Driven by her father's unfulfilled wrestling dreams and inspired by the Phogat sisters, she defeated Japan's defending champion and Norway's Felicitas Domajeva to secure India's first gold.

Online Gaming Bill: Zupee stops money-based games, Ludo and Snakes & Ladders remain

Zupee, along with Dream11 and MPL, is discontinuing online money games to comply with India's new Online Gaming Bill 2025. While paid games are ceasing, Zupee will continue offering free games like Ludo to its 150 million users. The bill, aimed at curbing addiction and financial risks, has prompted major platforms to restructure their gaming options.

Babar Azam hits the nets following Asia Cup, PCB central contract snub - WATCH

Following his exclusion from Pakistan's Asia Cup 2025 squad and demotion in central contracts, Babar Azam is diligently working on his batting skills at the Ghani Institute of Cricket in Lahore. Selectors have omitted both Babar and Mohammad Rizwan from the upcoming tri-series and Asia Cup squad, opting for a team led by Salman Ali Agha.