Shreyas Iyer, the captain of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) who led the team to victory in IPL 2024, has opened up about not being retained by the franchise for the upcoming season. In a candid interview, Iyer revealed that the lack of communication from the Shah Rukh Khan-owned team left him perplexed, making him uncertain about his future with KKR. He mentioned that despite winning the IPL title, there were no concrete talks regarding retention until just a week before the retention deadline,

Rishabh Pant Appointed Captain of LSG for IPL 2025 Indian cricket team wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant has been named the captain of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. Pant, who was previously the captain of Delhi Capitals (DC), was bought by LSG for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore in the IPL 2025 auction. The decision came after a bidding war between LSG and DC, with LSG winning the deal. Pant’s IPL Journey and Record Auction

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Greenland has been the subject of intense geopolitical interest, especially in recent years with Donald Trump’s repeated attempts to buy the island due to its strategic location and resources. Here are 10 fascinating facts about Greenland, its history, and its importance: Historical Ownership: Greenland has been part of several countries over the centuries. Early settlers arrived long ago, but it wasn’t until Denmark and Norway claimed the

Manoj Tiwary, former Indian cricketer, has criticized the selection of Gautam Gambhir as the head coach of the Indian national cricket team, stating that Gambhir is more suited for mentoring IPL teams rather than leading the national side. Tiwary cited several poor performances, including India's recent losses in Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, to support his argument that Gambhir’s appointment was a mistake. He believes that Gambhir lacks the necessary coach

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Venkatesh Iyer's Surprising Academic Pursuit Venkatesh Iyer, the talented all-rounder who made headlines with his hefty price tag of Rs 23.75 crore at the IPL 2024 mega auctions, is not just focused on his cricketing career. Despite his high-profile presence in the sport, Iyer is also pursuing a PhD and is on his way to becoming Dr. Venkatesh Iyer. His decision to continue his academic journey after his cricket career shows his commitment to education. Iyer even joked about his aca

Prithvi Shaw, the former U-19 World Cup-winning captain, recently shared the valuable advice he received from cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar: "Discipline beats talent." Shaw, 25, had a difficult start to the week when he went unsold at the IPL mega auction despite a base price of Rs 75 lakh. Once seen as one of India’s brightest cricketing talents after his century on Test debut, Shaw now finds himself at a critical juncture in his career. His failure to attract int

Lalit Modi, the founder of the Indian Premier League (IPL), shared in a recent interview on Raj Shamani's podcast 'Figuring Out' that he left India in 2010 due to life-threatening pressure from underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, not legal troubles. Modi explained that Dawood threatened him after he refused to support match-fixing. The underworld figure allegedly wanted to manipulate matches, but Modi maintained a strict anti-corruption stance. Modi revealed that he received

In a thrilling IPL 2025 Auction, Afghanistan's promising spinner Allah Ghazanfar made a big splash as Mumbai Indians secured him for a whopping Rs 4.8 crore. The 18-year-old spinner, known for his brilliant performance in recent ODIs, including a standout spell against Bangladesh, attracted intense bidding from several franchises. Kolkata Knight Riders, who were interested in bringing him back, ultimately lost out to Mumbai Indians, who won the bidding war. Ghazanfar’s ris

Indian wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant has denied speculation that his departure from Delhi Capitals (DC) ahead of the IPL 2025 auction was due to a disagreement over his retention fee. The clarification came after Indian batting legend Sunil Gavaskar suggested that top players, like Pant, sometimes leave their franchises to assess their true market value in the IPL auction, particularly when there are talks about retention fees. In a video shared by Star Sports before the IPL 202

Arjun Tendulkar, the 25-year-old son of cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, made a statement in the ongoing Ranji Trophy Plate match, picking up his maiden five-wicket haul in First-Class cricket. Arjun’s stellar bowling performance saw him claim figures of 5/25, helping bowl Arunachal Pradesh out for just 84 runs on Day 1. Starting strong, Arjun dismissed Nabam Hachang in the second over and followed up with two wickets in consecutive balls in the 12th over, leaving him on a hat-t

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With the deadline for IPL player retention fast approaching, excitement among fans is reaching a fever pitch, particularly for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). According to a report by the Times of India, the franchise appears ready to retain star player Virat Kohli as their captain for the upcoming season. In a bid to engage their fan base, RCB recently shared a puzzle on social media, inviting fans to uncover the names of players hidden within. This fun activity hinted that the

As the deadline for IPL 2025 player retentions approaches, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has shared a creative puzzle for their fans, featuring nine potential player names. This fun engagement comes as franchises prepare for the mega auction, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) setting a retention deadline of October 31. The players included in RCB's puzzle are cricketing stars Virat Kohli, Mohammed Siraj, Rajat Patidar, Faf du Plessis, Cameron Green, Glenn

With just two days remaining before the IPL 2025 retention deadline, excitement is building around the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the pivotal decisions they will make. A key focus of speculation is whether MS Dhoni, the legendary captain, will return for another season. As an uncapped player since his international retirement over five years ago, Dhoni's status has generated heated discussions among fans and analysts alike. A recent post by CSK on social media, featuring cryp

In a surprising move, Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting has been appointed as the head coach of Punjab Kings, taking over from Trevor Bayliss, who oversaw the team for the past two seasons. Ponting, who previously spent seven years with Delhi Capitals, signed a four-year contract with Punjab, highlighting the franchise’s long-term vision to rebuild its squad. Under Ponting's leadership, Delhi Capitals became a formidable team in the IPL, reaching the final in 2020 bu

Gautam Gambhir, a celebrated figure in Indian cricket, has worn many hats throughout his career—as a key player in World Cup victories, a successful IPL captain, and now, as the coach of the Indian cricket team. His straightforward and impactful approach is well-regarded, and a recent anecdote from domestic cricketer Manan Vohra highlights how Gambhir’s philosophy has influenced players. In a candid conversation shared on Taruwar Kohli’s YouTube channel, Vohra reco

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