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BCCI to meet Gautam Gambhir, VVS Laxman and Ajit Agarkar; injury management, Ireland-England defeats on agenda

The BCCI is all set to hold an important meeting with Gautam Gambhir, Ajit Agarkar and VVS Laxman on September 3.

Babar Azam develops fever ahead of 3rd England Test amid ongoing chaos in Pakistan cricket

Babar Azam himself is going through a lean patch with the bat in the series, scoring just eight and six at Lord’s as Pakistan suffered a 194-run defeat.

Lhuan-dre Pretorius stars as South Africa brush aside Zimbabwe to set up Namibia final

Chasing 186, Zimbabwe struggled to maintain momentum and were bowled out for 142 in 17.4 overs.

Ruturaj Gaikwad breaks silence on CSK’s plan for Stephen Fleming’s successor: ‘There is no rush’

With enough time before the next season and the mini-auction, CSK are not showing any urgency to name Stephen Fleming’s successor.

Imam-ul-Haq in hot water, could seek legal counsel as PCB probes controversial injury

Aaqib Javed has raised questions over Imam's injury and said the matter will be investigated after the opener didn't bat in either innings of the second Test.

Pakistan players had no idea: Family messages revealed PCB's 'frustration' had exploded into 'full-blown upheaval'

The upheaval came a day after Pakistan suffered a harrowing 194-run defeat at Lord's, conceding the three-match series 0-2.

Scored 7134 runs, shared best cricketer award with Tendulkar, bribed selectors with ₹10 lakh each, got banned by BCCI

He played under Sachin Tendulkar in Bombay junior cricket, scored 7,134 first class runs at an average of 54.45, yet his India career lasted just one ODI.

Michael Hussey rejects England batting coach role, chooses Cricket Australia consultancy in major pre-Ashes boost

Michael Hussey declines England's Test batting coach role, opting instead for a flexible consultancy with Cricket Australia for the Ashes.

Duleep Trophy Semifinals: Sooryavanshi Hits 92, Tilak Varma Scores Unbeaten Century

The second day of the 2026 Duleep Trophy semifinals produced contrasting performances in Bengaluru. East Zone matched Central Zone’s first-innings total of 266, with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scoring an aggressive 92 off 81 balls. Central then slipped to 45/3 in their second innings. In the other semifinal, South Zone recovered from 80/5 against North Zone as captain Tilak Varma scored an unbeaten 106. His 175-run partnership with Shreyas Gopal, who made 87, helped South reach 285/9 and take a 90-run first-innings lead.

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Argentina Football Icon Messi Bids Emotional Goodbye to International Football

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Argentina Football Icon Messi Bids Emotional Goodbye to International Football

Argentina football icon Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football. After featuring for his country in his sixth World Cup campaign, Messi confirmed on Monday that he will no longer play international football.

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36 wickets in 4 Tests, dismissed Viv Richards twice; his own success became a burden, career faded with Kumble’s rise

He took 16/136, the best match haul on Test debut, and later bowled 59 overs unchanged - the longest uninterrupted spell in history - yet played just 17 Tests.

Geoff Boycott calls for strict measures as alcohol-related incidents keep mounting: ‘Leave a player out for a few games'

Geoffrey Boycott urges England players to ‘act like grown-ups’ after recent alcohol related incidents, warning repeat offenders could be dropped.

East Zone storm into Duleep Trophy final as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Mohammed Shami and Mukesh Kumar blow away champs

The 2012-13 season winners will face either South Zone or North Zone in the final at Chepauk, starting on September 6.

PCB cracks down after England Test debacle: Selectors given 24 hours to explain Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq picks — Report

PCB has reportedly demanded a written explanation for two of the selection decisions made for the tour, with the committee given a 24-hour deadline.

Japan breaks silence on India, Pakistan's Asian Games complaints: 'Teams are free to arrange their accommodations'

Japan Cricket Association defended Asian Games cricket facilities after India-Pakistan concerns, rejecting toilet claims backing accommodation arrangements.

Sanju Samson back, no update on Hardik Pandya as BCCI announces India squad for Afghanistan T20Is

All matches in the India-Afghanistan T20I series will be played in New Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium, between September 13 and 17.

Shahid Afridi unleashes on PCB's 'shocking' England Test overhaul: Seven axed, coach gone - 'What is this thinking?'

Following the 194-run loss at Lord's last week, which saw England seal the series 2-0, Pakistan released seven players and two coaches.

Sooryavanshi survived PBKS speedster’s scare, then tore him apart in two-innings battle; eventual dismissal meant little

The standout feature of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 132 runs across the two innings, however, was his battle with Punjab Kings fast bowler Yash Thakur.

Ben Stokes makes BBL comeback after nearly 12 years, signs full-season deal with Adelaide Strikers

Ben Stokes will return to the BBL after nearly 12 years, joining Adelaide Strikers on a full-season deal reportedly worth more than AUD 500,000.

Pakistan crisis deepens as Misbah-ul-Haq offers resignation following PCB's extraordinary mid-series England shake-up

Misbah-ul-Haq has offered to resign as Pakistan selector, adding to the turmoil after the PCB's sweeping mid-series overhaul during the England tour.

‘We are hiring’: PCB shares LinkedIn post in search of Pakistan’s next fielding coach

The post came less than a week after PCB formally opened the search for a new fielding coach following the departure of Shane McDermott

Ricky Ponting joins Century Cricket as investor, global advisor

Century Cricket has announced former Australia captain Ricky Ponting as its Initial Ambassador Investor and Lead Global Advisor.

Babar Azam called ‘dummy captain’ after failing to stand up for ‘mentor’ Sarfaraz Ahmed: ‘Coach sidelined, you’re quiet'

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif called out Babar Azam for failing to stand up for Sarfaraz Ahmed.