Rituraj Gaikwad, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain known for his explosive batting, has been surprisingly omitted from India’s ODI squad for the three-match series against New Zealand. This decision comes despite his recent century against South Africa and a world record in domestic cricket, sparking debates on team selection. India’s ODI Squad for New … Read more

Following a three-hour selection committee meeting, India has announced its ODI and T20 squads for the upcoming series against New Zealand. Led by Shubman Gill in ODIs and Suryakumar Yadav in T20s, the teams feature notable returns, rests, and omissions that have sparked widespread debate among fans and experts. ODI Squad Overview The 15-member ODI … Read more

Just a month before the T20 World Cup 2026 begins on February 7, Bangladesh has officially refused to participate in matches hosted in India. Citing security concerns and political tensions, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) to shift their games to Sri Lanka. This decision mirrors Pakistan’s stance and … Read more

In a deepening rift between India and Bangladesh, the removal of Bangladeshi cricketer Mustafizur Rahman from the Indian Premier League (IPL) has sparked fears of a potential boycott of the upcoming T20 World Cup hosted in India. This incident, coupled with reports of mistreatment of Indian nationals in Bangladesh, has escalated diplomatic tensions into the … Read more

Jishan Ansari, a leg-spinner from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, has taken the domestic cricket scene by storm with his lethal spin. With 17 wickets in just five Vijay Hazare Trophy matches, he’s drawing comparisons to legends like Shane Warne. Despite humble beginnings—his father is a tailor supporting a large family—Ansari’s talent is shining bright, making him … Read more

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) of its refusal to participate in the T20 World Cup 2026, hosted in India, citing the Mustafizur Rahman IPL controversy. This decision raises questions about ICC regulations, security concerns, and the future of bilateral cricket ties. Let’s break down the key aspects. … Read more

In a surprising turn of events in the Big Bash League (BBL), Pakistani fast bowler Haris Rauf’s poor outing contributed significantly to Melbourne Stars’ defeat against Melbourne Renegades. Despite a strong batting effort, Stars couldn’t capitalize, losing the match by a narrow margin. Match Overview: Melbourne Stars vs Melbourne Renegades The crucial BBL encounter took … Read more

Despite escalating tensions with India following the Mustafizur Rahman IPL controversy, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced its 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026. Led by Liton Das, the team includes key players like Shakib Al Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman. However, the BCB’s request to shift matches from India to Sri Lanka … Read more

Former ICC elite umpire Simon Taufel has sparked debate by suggesting a major rule tweak in T20 cricket: allowing bowlers to deliver up to five overs instead of the current four. This proposal aims to restore balance between bat and ball, as the format has increasingly favored aggressive batting in recent years. Background: T20 Cricket’s … Read more