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Bangladesh’s hopes received a significant boost with the return of star all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz for the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo. However, his comeback has sparked a selection conundrum for the team management, following off-spinner Nayeem Hasan’s stellar performance in the first Test. Miraz, who missed the opener due to illness, is…

A baffling promo that aired during the India vs England 1st Test on Day 5 has sparked widespread speculation among cricket fans about Pakistan’s participation in the upcoming Asia Cup. The promotional segment showcased the faces of marquee players from India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh—but notably omitted any reference to the Pakistani team. Promo Sparks…

Indian left-handed batter Tilak Varma made headlines on his County cricket debut for Hampshire by smashing a century against Essex at the County Ground in Chelmsford. The 22-year-old, known for his elegant stroke play, became the fourth Indian batter ever to score a century on debut in county cricket—a feat that highlights his emerging credentials…

On June 23, India’s cricket icon Rohit Sharma commemorated his international debut anniversary with an emotional Instagram post bearing the caption, “Forever grateful 23.06.07.” This heartfelt message not only celebrated the day he first donned the India jersey in Belfast back in 2007 but also highlighted his remarkable journey over 18 years in international cricket….

India wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant has been officially reprimanded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for showing dissent during the Headingley Test against England. The incident occurred during England’s first innings in the 61st over when Pant, raising concerns over the condition of the ball, engaged in a heated discussion with the umpires before throwing the…

India’s pacer Jasprit Bumrah has provided a rare insight into his bowling mechanics during the ongoing IND vs ENG Test series, drawing an intriguing comparison with England’s legendary James Anderson. In a candid post-match chat, Bumrah made it clear that his technique is distinctly different, stating, “I’m slightly different. I don’t use my index finger;…

In a tense moment during Day 5 of the ongoing Test match, India’s top players were visibly frustrated after their repeated requests for a ball change were denied by the on-field umpire. The incident saw opener Shubman Gill and star batsman KL Rahul express their dismay, while pacer Mohammed Siraj’s reaction of anger added further…

India and England etched their names into the record books during the first Test at Headingley, becoming the first teams in 70 years to each score 450+ runs in the first innings of a Test match at the iconic venue. India posted 471, while England responded with 465, marking a rare statistical feat last achieved…

Veteran Indian batter Cheteshwar Pujara has heaped praise on KL Rahul, calling him the “most technically correct batsman” in the current Indian Test squad. The remark came during the ongoing India vs England Test at Headingley, where Rahul impressed with a composed 47 off 75 balls* in challenging conditions. 🧠 Pujara’s Take on Rahul’s Technique…

Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood has responded to sharp criticism from former teammate Mitchell Johnson, who accused him of prioritising the Indian Premier League (IPL) over preparations for the World Test Championship (WTC) Final. Hazlewood, who played a key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s maiden IPL title, defended his decision, citing weather conditions in Australia and…