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Sanju Samson-Vaibhav Sooryavanshi opening pair on cards? Ex-India star explains why

With Sanju Samson now back in the squad, the opening combination will once again be a major talking point.

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BCCI review meeting LIVE Updates: Gambhir arrives at headquarters, Agarkar joins crucial session virtually

BCCI Review Meeting Live Updates: The meeting comes at an important time, with the team preparing for the tour of New Zealand later this year and next year’s ODI World Cup.

Wasim Akram says India bowler he once gave tips to, now tweets against Pakistan: ‘He was a fan, grew up watching us’

Wasim Akram recalled how he once offered tips to a promising Indian fast bowler, who now is highly active on social media.

MS Dhoni rules out Impact Player option to continue playing in IPL: Ex-CSK star reveals why

According to the ex-CSK star, MS Dhoni has told him that he will not play as an Impact Player in IPL.

‘India lost to Ireland’: Mohsin Naqvi’s brutal reminder as Pakistan press panic button amid unprecedented backlash

Mohsin Naqvi pointed to South Africa’s loss to Namibia and India’s shock defeat to Ireland as examples of top teams also suffering unexpected results.

Rohit Sharma backed as ‘such an asset at World Cup’ amid BCCI uncertainty; Virat Kohli’s ‘absolute hunger’ highlighted

Jonty Rhodes believes India must factor in Rohit Sharma’s World Cup experience when deciding on his future.

Rohit Sharma was angry but ready to retire after selectors' July message; WC spot still uncertain despite Lord's ton

Rohit Sharma's future will be discussed at the BCCI meeting on Thursday.

Heir to Gavaskar’s throne, missed a 100 against Warne-McGrath, Sachin’s advice couldn’t save him, was replaced by Sehwag

After 18 Tests, he averaged 40.06; five poor matches changed everything. Even a 250 in England could not revive a career that ended at just 24.

Consistent Harsh Dubey keeps reminding selectors of his class

In the Duleep Trophy semi-final, playing for Central Zone against East, the left-arm spinner ended up with eight wickets in the match

Antonio Rüdiger Retires from International Football, Bids Farewell to Germany

Germany and Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 33. Rüdiger made his Germany debut in 2014 and went on to make 86 appearances and score three goals. His final appearance came in Germany’s Round of 32 defeat to Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup. He said he was stepping away to make room for the next generation.

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Mohsin Naqvi breaks silence on Pakistan's Test squad overhaul, hits back at critics: 'They achieved nothing'

Not only did Mohsin Naqvi defend the decision, he also dismissed criticism from former Pakistan cricketers

Imam-ul-Haq risks two-year ban over injury controversy; Rizwan's Pakistan career all but over: Report

Both Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Rizwan were among the seven players sent back home after the end of the second Test against England.

Japan Responds to India, Pakistan Concerns Over Asian Games Cricket Facilities

apan has responded to concerns raised by India, Pakistan and other Asian cricket boards over facilities for cricket at the 2026 Asian Games. The Japan Cricket Association defended the newly developed Nisshin Cricket Ground, rejected claims that players would have to walk hundreds of metres to access toilets and said teams were free to arrange their own accommodation if they were not satisfied with the official options.

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BCCI meet likely to focus on player fitness crisis, Rohit

India’s decline across formats and players repeatedly breaking down are among issues likely to be raised

Dismissed Sachin Tendulkar 6 times, immortalised at Lord’s, took 6/27 in 83 all-out: India’s nemesis who retired at 30

He is one of the two players with a fifty and 10 wickets in the same Lord's Test, while 17 wickets helped his side win a historic 1999 series in England.

India to host inaugural Women's Champions Trophy 2027 after ICC strips Sri Lanka of hosting rights

The first-ever edition of the Women's Champions Trophy will be held in 2027, from February 14 to 28

Rohit Sharma's future to be discussed at BCCI review meeting amid board-selector rift: Report

It was earlier reported in the media that the selectors don't have Rohit Sharma in their scheme of things for the 2027 World Cup

Sanju Samson Returns as BCCI Announces India Squad for Afghanistan T20Is; No Update on Hardik Pandya

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced a 15-member squad for India’s three-match T20I series against Afghanistan. Shreyas Iyer will captain the side, with Tilak Varma as vice-captain. Sanju Samson has returned to the squad after missing the Zimbabwe tour, while Hardik Pandya remains absent as his return from injury has been delayed. Jasprit Bumrah has also been recalled, although his participation is subject to fitness clearance.

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India lacks finishing kick with Rinku on the chopping block

Right through the year, the selectors have kept going back to the KKR finisher without giving him a long rope

Tilak Varma's fifty seals 7-wicket win as South Zone set up Duleep Trophy final showdown against East Zone in Chennai

South Zone defeated North Zone by seven wickets to reach the Duleep Trophy 2026 final against East Zone.

‘Someone destroyed the entire system’: Usama Mir takes veiled swipe at PCB after Pakistan's England humiliation

Usama Mir took a cryptic swipe at Pakistan cricket's turmoil, saying the ‘entire system’ had been destroyed amid PCB's sweeping overhaul after England debacle.

Devdutt Padikkal's twin tons earn ICC rankings rise, Sonal Dinusha goes even bigger with stunning 29-place jump

Devdutt Padikkal climbed five spots after his twin tons in Sri Lanka, while Sonal Dinusha stole the show with a stunning 29-place ICC rankings surge.

Geoffrey Boycott picks Ravindra Jadeja over Fab 4, recalls telling him ‘you are my favourite cricketer’

Geoffrey Boycott picked Jadeja as his favourite player of the modern generation ahead of the Fab Four - Virat Kohli, Joe Root, Kane Williamson and Steve Smith.

25 sixes between three batters: Prabhsimran Singh outshines Abhishek Sharma's 82, Naman Dhir's 117 in a 265-run chase

Prabhsimran Singh's unbeaten 125 off 47 balls eclipsed Abhishek Sharma's 82 and Naman Dhir's 117 as Jalandhar chased 265 with 19 balls left in the game.