Salman Agha reacts strongly to Suryakumar Yadav’s absence from captains’ photoshoot: ‘They can do whatever they want, we’re here to play cricket’

Pakistan’s interim ODI captain Salman Agha has issued a firm and composed response to the swirling controversy around India’s Suryakumar Yadav reportedly skipping the captains’ photoshoot ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy warm-up series. The incident, which took place in Dubai during the pre-tournament media day, has triggered a wave of speculation and criticism across…

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Abhishek Sharma earns maiden ODI call-up, Sanju Samson returns as India eyes fresh balance for Australia series

India is set to unveil a refreshed and dynamic squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, with young sensation Abhishek Sharma earning his maiden call-up and wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson making a much-anticipated return. The series, scheduled to begin on October 5, 2025, will serve as a crucial preparatory phase ahead of the ICC…

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Arshdeep Singh declared ‘mandatory’ for Asia Cup final as Gambhir faces selection heat after Ashwin’s blunt reality check

As India gears up for the high-voltage Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium, the debate over team selection has intensified—particularly around left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh. Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has publicly urged head coach Gautam Gambhir to include Arshdeep in the playing XI, calling him “mandatory” for the final…

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Players’ release row: Khalid Jamil urges clubs and AIFF to resolve conflict through dialogue ahead of national camp

Indian football coach Khalid Jamil has called for constructive dialogue between clubs and the All India Football Federation (AIFF) over the ongoing dispute regarding player release for national duty. With the senior men’s team set to begin preparations for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup qualifiers and FIFA World Cup pre-campaign friendlies, tensions have escalated between…

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Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli out; 7 new faces in India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad as selectors opt for generational shift

In a bold move signaling a generational transition, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a revamped squad for the Asia Cup 2025, leaving out stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli while introducing seven fresh faces who were not part of the T20 World Cup 2024 campaign. The decision, which has…

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Haris Rauf reacts to fan’s ‘India ko chhorna mat’ chant after Asia Cup 2025 final confirmed: ‘We’ll do our job, rest is noise’

Moments after Pakistan secured their place in the Asia Cup 2025 final with a thrilling win over Sri Lanka in Karachi, a viral video captured a passionate fan screaming “India ko chhorna mat!” as Haris Rauf walked off the field. The chant, which translates to “Don’t spare India,” was aimed at energizing the pacer ahead…

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Taskin Ahmed sends fiery message to Mohammad Nawaz after wicket: “Not every time…” sparks intensity ahead of Asia Cup 2025 final race

Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed lit up the Asia Cup 2025 Super Fours clash against Pakistan with a fiery spell and a pointed send-off that has become the talk of the tournament. After dismissing Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz with a searing delivery that crashed into the stumps, Taskin turned toward the batter and muttered, “Not every…

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Pakistan coach urges players to focus on cricket vs India amid gestures row: ‘Job first, distractions later’

As the cricketing world gears up for the high-voltage India vs Pakistan clash in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Fours, Pakistan head coach Gary Kirsten has issued a firm directive to his players: focus on the game, not the noise. Amid a growing controversy over on-field gestures and post-match celebrations, Kirsten emphasized that the team’s…

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Ishant Sharma reveals Kohli’s fiery words that triggered on-field clash and led to his ban

Veteran Indian pacer Ishant Sharma has stirred fresh memories of a fiery on-field incident that led to his suspension from international cricket, revealing that it was a heated exchange with then-captain Virat Kohli that ignited the moment. Speaking on a recent podcast, Ishant recalled Kohli’s intense reaction during a tense ODI against Sri Lanka in…

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