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  Harshit Rana reveals advice from senior India batter on flying kiss controversy in IPL

  August 07, 2025 16:06 IST

  Star India pacer Harshit Rana recently came forward and talked about the advice that ace India batter KL Rahul gave to him after the former's flying kiss controversy with Mayank Agarwal in the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2024.

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  CPL 2025: 40-year-old replaces Faf du Plessis as captain of defending champions Saint Lucia Kings

  August 07, 2025 14:21 IST

  The CPL title-winning captain for Saint Lucia Kings, Faf du Plessis, pulled out of the 2025 edition of the CPL due to personal reasons. Du Plessis had a prior commitment to play in the Hundred, which clashed with the CPL, but pulled out of that too, to get his groin operated on.

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  Brendan Taylor returns to Zimbabwe Test team for first time in four years, eyes major milestone

  August 07, 2025 14:21 IST

  The second and final Test between New Zealand and Zimbabwe got underway today at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Brendan Taylor, at 39, made his comeback to the Test side after serving a 3.5-year ban imposed by the ICC.

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  Aarini Lahoty, five-year-old chess whiz, becomes youngest Indian female to become FIDE-rated player

  August 07, 2025 14:21 IST

  India's five-year-old chess genius Aarini Lahoty recently scripted history as she became the youngest Indian female to become a FIDE-rated player. She broke the record previously held by Udhriti Bhattacharya.

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  Shubman Gill among star-studded nominees for ICC Player of the Month Award for July

  August 07, 2025 13:42 IST

  Indian Test captain Shubman Gill was one of three men's nominees for the ICC Player of the Month. Gill was India's Player of the Series, aggregating 754 runs across five Test matches against England and played a key role in the visitors levelling the series 2-2.

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  NOS vs WEF pitch report: How will surface at Headingley in Leeds play for match 3 of The Hundred?

  August 07, 2025 13:04 IST

  Northern Superchargers and Welsh Fire will start their respective campaigns today in the ongoing season of The Hundred. The match will be played at Headingley in Leeds. Here's the pitch report of the venue:

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  Digvesh Rathi involved in heated altercation with batter in DPL 2025, gets smashed for two sixes

  August 07, 2025 12:42 IST

  Digvesh Rathi continues to grab the spotlight for his aggressive celebrations and altercations with opposing players. He was fined multiple times in the IPL and is likely to be on the receiving end in the ongoing Delhi Premier League 2025 as well.

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  Australia A vs India A Live: When and where to watch AUS-A vs IND-A Women’s series on TV?

  August 07, 2025 12:07 IST

  With Australia A women all set to take India A women for a multi-format series involving three T20s, three one-days and one multi-day match, let us have a look at the where to watch details of the upcoming series.

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  'Wouldn't have been able to live with myself': Woakes reflects on courageous Day 5 effort at Oval

  August 07, 2025 11:54 IST

  England all-rounder Chris Woakes bravely overcame pain to come out to bat with a dislocated shoulder on the fifth and final day of the Oval Test against India. India won the series decider by six runs and eventually levelled the series 2-2.

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  Ben Stokes joins Northern Superchargers as mentor for The Hundred 2025 campaign

  August 07, 2025 11:11 IST

  England's test skipper Ben Stokes recently revealed that he would be taking the role of a mentor for Northern Superchargers for The Hundred 2025 campaign. Stokes will be joining Andrew Flintoff's staff in the side for the ongoing campaign.

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  ZIM vs NZ 2nd Test Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Zimbabwe vs New Zealand match

  August 07, 2025 10:49 IST

  Bendan Taylor-infused Zimbabwe will take on New Zealand in the second and final Test in Bulawayo with an aim to level the series. New Zealand have had a few injuries in their camp but still have a reasonably strong line-up to hopefully sweep the series this week.

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  Australia A announce squads for India tour, Sam Konstas, Jake Fraser-McGurk make the cut

  August 07, 2025 10:12 IST

  Cricket Australia recently came forward and announced their A squads for the upcoming tour of India, it is worth noting that Australia A will take on India A across two multi-day matches, and three one-day matches.

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  NOS vs WEF The Hundred 2025 Dream11 prediction: Best picks for Northern Superchargers vs Welsh Fire

  August 07, 2025 9:57 IST

  Northern Superchargers will begin their Hundred 2025 campaign at Headingley against the Welsh Fire on Thursday, with Harry Brook back in charge, now all the England's white-ball captain. The Fire, on the other hand, have kept their core intact while adding Steve Smith into the mix.

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  Latham ruled out of 2nd Zimbabwe Test too, World No 1 T20 bowler set to make his debut in Bulawayo

  August 07, 2025 8:26 IST

  New Zealand will continue to be without a few of their key players for the second and final Test against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo, starting on Thursday, August 7. New Zealand are 1-0 ahead and will be keen to sweep the series.

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  FC Bayern Munich legend Thomas Muller unveiled as new Vancouver Whitecaps player

  August 07, 2025 8:20 IST

  FC Bayern Munich legend Thomas Muller was recently unveiled as the latest signing of MLS (Major League Soccer) side Vancouver Whitecaps on a one-year deal. Muller, after 25 years with FC Bayern has left the club after several accolades.

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  Happy Birthday Deepak Chahar: Know his net worth, IPL salary and career achievements

  August 07, 2025 7:11 IST

  With veteran India pacer Deepak Chahar celebrating his 33rd birthday, let us have a look at the pacer's career achievements, and his reported net worth after his established career in the IPL, and some stints with the Indian team as well.

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  James Anderson makes franchise cricket debut at 43, says 'can run around like a 20-year-old'

  August 06, 2025 23:08 IST

  At 43, James Anderson made his franchise debut for Manchester Originals in The Hundred 2025 after going unsold in the IPL. Excited for his T20 bow, Anderson said he feels like a 20-year-old and is ready for a new chapter after retiring from Tests.

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  West Indies vs Pakistan ODI series: Where to watch in India?

  August 06, 2025 21:47 IST

  West Indies and Pakistan begin a three-match ODI series on August 8 in Trinidad. Rizwan leads Pakistan with Babar, Shaheen, and Naseem returning. Shai Hope captains a balanced Windies side, blending experience with youth as both teams eye 2027 WC prep.

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  Cricket Australia explores private investment for BBL, not ready to bring changes to Test traditions

  August 06, 2025 21:17 IST

  Cricket Australia is exploring private investment in the Big Bash League to boost its global standing behind the IPL. CEO Todd Greenberg says no changes will affect iconic Tests, while a BCG report confirms the BBL is healthy but needs future planning.

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  Chennaiyin FC become third club to suspend first-team operations amid ISL uncertainty

  August 06, 2025 20:25 IST

  Chennaiyin FC has suspended first-team operations due to uncertainty over the ISL's future. The club cited financial strain, failing to pay July salaries. AIFF will meet ISL clubs on August 7, with Chennaiyin among those now invited to the discussions.

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  West Indies announce ODI Squad for Pakistan series, Romario Shepherd returns

  August 06, 2025 19:58 IST

  West Indies have named a 15-member squad for the ODI series against Pakistan in Trinidad, starting August 8. Romario Shepherd returns, while Alzarri Joseph is rested. Coach Daren Sammy sees the series as key preparation for the 2027 World Cup.

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  'It wasn't India's problem' - Sachin Tendulkar slams England over handshake row in Manchester

  August 06, 2025 19:24 IST

  On Day 5 of the 4th Test, India declined an early draw as Jadeja and Sundar neared centuries, frustrating Ben Stokes. Sachin Tendulkar backed India, calling it a smart tactic to tire England’s bowlers. Stokes missed the 5th Test, which India won by 6 runs.

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  Manchester United, Newcastle in transfer battle for Benjamin Sesko; prepares alternate options

  August 06, 2025 17:24 IST

  Manchester United and Newcastle are battling to sign RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko. Despite Newcastle’s higher bid and Champions League offer, Sesko prefers United. Alternatives like Chelsea’s Jackson and Villa’s Watkins are also being considered by both clubs.

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  Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Live: When and where to watch ZIM vs NZ 2nd Test on TV and streaming?

  August 06, 2025 16:50 IST

  Zimbabwe to host New Zealand in the second Test starting August 7 at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. New Zealand dominated the first Test, winning by nine wickets. Kiwi pacer William O’Rourke is out with injury, while captain Tom Latham's participation remains uncertain.

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  Pakistan's 25-year-old mystery spinner jumps 69 places in latest ICC T20I rankings

  August 06, 2025 18:31 IST

  Pakistan were in action over the last week in the three-match T20I series against the West Indies away from home. They won the series 2-1 after defending a total in the decider and it has helped most of their players to improve their rankings in the latest update.

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  India winning Tests which Bumrah didn't play 'just a coincidence': Tendulkar amid negativity

  August 06, 2025 15:28 IST

  Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been, for no fault of his, at the receiving end of negative comments after the visitors won the Oval Test without him to level the five-match series against England. In Bumrah's absence, Mohammed Siraj stood up to the task with the ball.

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  India's pace duo of Siraj, Prasidh Krishna achieve career-best rankings after Oval Test heroics

  August 06, 2025 14:46 IST

  Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, who shared 17 wickets between themselves out of 19 in the fifth and final Test against England at the Oval, earned massive gains in the latest ICC Rankings for bowlers. India won the series decider by six runs to level the series.

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  Shubman Gill out of top 10 in ICC rankings despite scoring 754 runs in England Test series

  August 06, 2025 13:49 IST

  India Test skipper Shubman Gill has lost his place in the top 10 of the latest ICC Test rankings for batters. He scored 754 runs in the five-match Test series against England and also won the player of the series award. Meanwhile, Yashasvi Jaiswal has jumped to the fifth position.