World of Cricket News
In a landmark moment for Indian women’s cricket, Harmanpreet Kaur’s team scripted history by clinching their first-ever T20I series win against England on English soil. The Indian women’s team defeated England by 5 wickets in the third and final T20I at Hove to seal the series 2-1, marking a significant milestone in their journey towards…
In a significant boost for India ahead of the crucial second Test against England at Lord’s, ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah returns to the playing XI after recovering fully from his minor niggle. The comeback comes at a crucial juncture as India trails 0-1 in the five-match series after a disappointing batting collapse in the first…
Indian batter Karun Nair, who once etched his name in the record books with a sensational triple century against England, has admitted that the upcoming Test at Lord’s could potentially be his last opportunity to revive his dwindling international career. Nair, who was recently included in the Indian squad for the ongoing England tour after…
In a fresh development in international cricket scheduling, the Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) has reportedly approached the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) seeking a limited-overs bilateral series in the coming months. This move follows Bangladesh Cricket Board’s decision to cancel their proposed series against Sri Lanka, leaving the island nation with…
As India prepares for the crucial second Test against England at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground, batting coach Vikram Rathour has brushed aside concerns over the visibly green pitch but admitted that Jofra Archer remains a significant threat for Indian batters. Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Rathour emphasised that the team has faced such…
Former India captain and BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has weighed in on Shubman Gill’s early days as a leader, describing his current phase as a ‘honeymoon period’ while cautioning that pressure will increase with time. Speaking to reporters after an event in Kolkata, Ganguly highlighted that Gill has the potential to become a successful captain…
Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has opened up about a crucial behind-the-scenes conversation he had with then-captain Virat Kohli before India’s famous win at Lord’s in 2021. Shastri revealed that he asked Kohli to set England a target of around 170 runs, believing that anything above 150 would mentally disintegrate the hosts on a…
India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has offered a fascinating comparison between English and Indian pitches after India’s ongoing Test series against England. Speaking to the media post-training session, Bumrah said that the Leeds pitch reminded him of Kanpur’s surface while Edgbaston felt closer to Nagpur conditions, indicating how pitches across countries are becoming increasingly comparable…
Former England batting legend Sir Geoffrey Boycott has launched a scathing critique of Zak Crawley and Chris Woakes after England’s humiliating defeat to West Indies in the first Test at Edgbaston. Boycott’s fiery comments have reignited debates about selection consistency, underperforming seniors, and England’s preparedness ahead of their upcoming India tour and the 2025-26 Ashes…
Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, often called the ‘Mecca of Cricket’, has seen some of the greatest batting performances in the sport’s history. For Indian batters, scoring a Test hundred at Lord’s is a career-defining moment, etching their names in cricket folklore. From Vinoo Mankad’s historic ton in 1952 to KL Rahul’s elegant century in…
