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

West Indies wicket-keeper batter Nicholas Pooran is poised to be retained by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for a staggering ₹20 crore, as reported by the Times of India. This potential retention could position Pooran as one of the most expensive players in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). According to sources, LSG has chosen Pooran as their first retention pick, while the future of KL Rahul remains uncertain as the team opts not to retain him. However, Pooran's

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 turn of events, Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri has been awarded the prestigious men's Ballon d'Or, following a stellar season where he played a crucial role in securing both a fourth consecutive Premier League title and victory at Euro 2024. However, the ceremony was marked by controversy, as Real Madrid opted to boycott the event in protest of what they perceived as a snub to their star player, Vinicius Junior, who was a favorite for the award. R

Cricket competitions at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games are likely to be hosted on the East Coast of the United States, according to Casey Wasserman, chair of the host committee. This strategic decision aims to cater to the massive Indian audience and tap into the growing domestic market for the sport. Cricket will be making a comeback to the Olympic roster after 128 years, featuring in the T20 format. While the exact venues have not yet been confirmed, the East Coast is favored

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced the appointment of Jason Gillespie as the interim white-ball coach for the national cricket team, taking over from Gary Kirsten, who recently resigned from the position. Gillespie, who has been serving as the head coach of the Test team, will lead the squad during the upcoming series against Australia and Zimbabwe. Kirsten's resignation comes just six months into his tenure, sparked by growing tensions with the PCB regard

In the ongoing second Test against New Zealand at Pune, the Indian cricket team is grappling with a significant challenge as they attempt to salvage the match. After giving up a first-innings lead of over 100 runs, the Rohit Sharma-led side has struggled to make inroads into New Zealand's batting lineup. Washington Sundar's exceptional seven-wicket haul restricted New Zealand to 259 runs, but India's response was underwhelming as they only managed to score 156 in their first innin

The first day of the second Test between India and New Zealand was a crucial one for the home team, coming on the heels of a loss in the first Test. In a bid to maintain their impressive form, India made three key changes to their lineup, bringing in Washington Sundar, Shubman Gill, and Akash Deep. Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar commented on the changes, noting, "I don't see a lot of teams making three changes unless there are injury concerns. Washington Sundar's inclusion

Former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee has expressed strong support for Mayank Yadav to be included in India's squad for the upcoming Test series against Australia, particularly if seasoned pacer Mohammed Shami is unavailable. With India set to defend the Border-Gavaskar Trophy while aiming for a third consecutive World Test Championship final, questions loom over Shami's fitness after a prolonged absence from international cricket. Lee emphasized the significance of pace i

Rishabh Pant has made headlines by overtaking teammate Virat Kohli to claim the sixth spot in the ICC Test rankings for batters. This rise comes after Pant's impressive counter-attacking innings of 99 in the second innings of the opening Test against New Zealand. Meanwhile, Kohli, who scored a solid 70 in Bengaluru, has dropped to eighth place in the rankings. India's highest-ranked batter remains Yashasvi Jaiswal, positioned fourth. In a bit of a setback, captain Rohit Shar

In an intense opening Test of their two-match series, the Indian men's hockey team fought hard but ultimately fell to Germany in New Delhi. The match, filled with excitement and high stakes, saw German players Henrik Mertgens and captain Lukas Windfeder score key goals, leading their team to victory. Mertgens struck early, finding the back of the net in the 4th minute, giving Germany an early advantage. The momentum shifted again when Windfeder scored the second goal in the 30th

Khar Gymkhana has officially revoked the membership of Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues following complaints from members about the alleged misuse of membership privileges by her father, Ivan Rodrigues. The decision was made unanimously during the Gymkhana's Annual General Meeting (AGM), where it was revealed that Ivan had been booking the Presidential Hall at discounted rates using Jemimah's membership for religious activities, violating Article 4 of the Gymkhana's by-laws.

In a significant setback for Prithvi Shaw's cricketing career, the opening batter has been excluded from Mumbai's Ranji Trophy squad. While the team management has not officially disclosed the reasons for his omission, reports suggest that concerns over his attitude towards fitness and discipline have led to this decision. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) selection committee, which includes members such as Sanjay Patil, Ravi Thaker, and Jeetendra Thackeray, has reportedl

India A vs UAE Live Score Updates – Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 India A continues its impressive run in the ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024, easing past UAE for their second consecutive victory. After a stellar performance against Pakistan, India A looks to build on their momentum at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman. Match Highlights: Abhishek Sharma was the standout performer, scoring 58 runs of

On Day 3 of the opening Test against New Zealand, India showcased a determined fight back, ending the day at 231 for 3, largely thanks to the efforts of Sarfaraz Khan and Virat Kohli, both of whom scored half-centuries. This comes after a challenging first innings for India, where they were bowled out for just 46 runs. New Zealand resumed the day on 180 for 3, ultimately posting a formidable total of 402, led by Rachin Ravindra's impressive century (134 runs). The Kiwis establis

The Women’s T20 World Cup will see a new champion this year as New Zealand Women defeated the 2016 champions, West Indies Women, in the semi-final match on Friday. The White Ferns will face South Africa in the final on Sunday, following South Africa's earlier victory over Australia in the first semi-final. Chasing a target of 129 runs, the West Indies were restricted to 120 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in Sharjah. The West Indies' bowling attack initially showed prom

The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) is set to make a thrilling comeback on Friday, October 18, as it opens Season 11 with an exciting match between the Telugu Titans and Bengaluru Bulls at the GMCB Indoor Stadium in Gachibowli, Hyderabad. This year’s launch event took place at Hyatt Place in Banjara Hills, featuring the League Commissioner Anupam Goswami and team captains, including Pawan Sehrawat and Pardeep Narwal. A standout moment from the launch was an exhibition match between t

In a challenging start to the first Test against New Zealand, the Indian cricket team faced a dismal defeat, getting bundled out for a mere 46 runs—marking their third lowest score in Test history. After the first Test was washed out due to rain, the second day saw India’s batting lineup crumble under overcast conditions, much to the dismay of captain Rohit Sharma. Reflecting on the disastrous decision to bat first, Rohit admitted in the post-Day 2 press conference that

In a historic shift for the Ashes series, Perth will host the first Test of the 2025-26 Ashes, ending Brisbane's nearly 40-year tradition of kicking off the Australia-England rivalry. The first Test is set to take place at Perth Stadium from November 21-25, 2025. This will be the inaugural Ashes Test at the new venue, which replaced the old WACA ground, last utilized in 2017. Following the Perth Test, the second match will be a day-night affair at Brisbane's Gabba, scheduled