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Smriti Mandhana pips Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to become only Indian in TIME's list of most influential sportspersons
Smriti Mandhana is the only Indian on the list of 100 most influential sportspersons of TIME magazine that was unveiled on Tuesday.
Pakistan cricket Director Aqib Javed humbled in press conference: 'How much time you need to...'
PCB Director of High-Performance Aqib Javed was left almost speechless by a reporter at a recent press conference when he slammed with a series of difficult questions over Pakistan cricket.
Brendon McCullum 'worried' about England Test captain Ben Stokes after nightclub incident
England Test captain Ben Stokes is sitting out of the second Test against New Zealand at the Oval along with pacer Gus Atkinson after the two were found guilty of breaching midnight curfew and getting involved in a late-night altercation at a London nightclub.
Mohsin Naqvi makes dramatic change in PCB central contract structure: 'Players contracts would only be renewed if...'
PCB have taken a drastic call to revive the national team's fortunes with a dramatic overhaul set to take place in the contract structure.
India A vs Sri Lanka A Highlights: Sooryavanshi fails to finish as SL-A win dramatic Super Over
IND-A vs SL-A Highlights (India A national cricket team vs Sri Lanka A national cricket team scorecard): Vaibhav Sooryavanshi had to hit 14 runs in last three balls in Super Over but he could get only seven and India A have lost the match.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi loses cool as heated argument turns physical on field after India A's super over loss: Watch
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could not control his emotions after India A lost to Sri Lanka A in a dramatic super over finish in Dambulla.
Why Tilak Verma-led India A were slapped with penalty of 10 runs against Sri Lanka A in Dambulla
Sri Lanka A began their 266-run chase at 10-0 even before a ball was delivered. Know why this bizarre incident happened during Sri Lanka A vs India A match in Dambulla.
Harmanpreet reflects on turning pressure into poise in Women's T20 WC opener vs PAK: 'We unnecessarily put pressure on us'
India women’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur reflected on how her side seized control of the 2026 T20 World Cup group-stage clash against Pakistan at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on Sunday.
India vs Pakistan Highlights, Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Deepti stars with five wicket-haul as IND clinch convincing 64-run win over PAK
IND vs PAK Highlights (India women's national cricket team vs Pakistan women's national cricket team Scorecard): Team India began their Women’s T20 World Cup campaign in style, clinching a comprehensive 64-run victory over Pakistan at Edgbaston on Sunday. Deepti Sharma’s five-wicket masterclass spearheaded the Women in Blue, ensuring they opened their tournament journey on a winning note.
Harmanpreet Kaur ignores Fatima Sana as India, Pakistan maintain no-handshake policy in Women's T20 World Cup
India face Pakistan in their opening clash of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup at Edgbaston, Birmingham on Sunday, 14 June. Women in Blue skipper Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss and opted to bat, maintaining a no-handshake policy with the Pakistan team.
The Champion Code: Shreyanka Patil on manifestation, India, RCB fame and World Cup dream
India spinner Shreyanka Patil opens up on her journey from dreaming of an India debut to becoming a key member of the national side. In a candid conversation on The Champion Code, she discusses manifestation, leadership, the influence of Smriti Mandhana and Ellyse Perry, India's T20 World Cup preparations and why she believes bowlers still win championships.
T20 World Cup 2026: Can India handle pressure of being hunted after ODI World Cup triumph?
India have never won the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. But as reigning ODI world champions, they enter the tournament with a target on their backs. Are they ready for the pressure?
Broadcasters don't want India's bilateral series? BCCI insider speaks on IPL's 94-match expansion
It has been reported that broadcasters are not interested in some of the Team India's bilateral series, and these matches could pave way for a 94-match IPL format.
India vs Pakistan, Women's T20 World Cup: Birmingham weather, live streaming, predicted XIs, head-to-head & more
India Women vs Pakistan Women T20 World Cup 2026: Get match details, Birmingham weather forecast, live streaming info, head-to-head record, predicted playing XIs and more ahead of the blockbuster clash.
Shubman Gill details Team India's ODI blueprint for road to 2027 World Cup: 'Need to keep creating opportunities'
India ODI skipper Shubman Gill outlined the team’s game plan as they build towards the 2027 Cricket World Cup, while also reflecting on their recent seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan in the opening match of the ODI series.
India vs Afghanistan Highlights, 1st ODI at Dharamsala: Shubman Gill and KL Rahul propel India to emphatic 7-wicket victory, claim 1-0 series lead
IND vs AFG Highlights (India national cricket team vs Afghanistan national cricket team): India sealed a commanding seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan in the rain-curtailed ODI at Dharamshala on Saturday. Captain Shubman Gill anchored the chase with poise, while KL Rahul’s fluent stroke-play ensured the hosts wrapped up the win to take a 1-0 lead in the series.
Gill takes spectacular one-handed stunner as India restrict Afghanistan to 194 despite Gurbaz onslaught: Watch
Shubman Gill's fielding effort in the slips stole the show as Indian bowlers did well to stop Afghanistan at 194 despite Rahmanullah Gurbaz's breathtaking century.
Rohit Sharma breaks 37-year-old record of 1983 World Cup winner in India vs Afghanistan 1st ODI
Rohit Sharma broke a long-standing record for India even before he came on to bat in the 1st India vs Afghanistan ODI in Dharamsala.
Bangladesh cricketer Nayeem Hasan alleges harassment by police, BCB calls for 'thorough and impartial' probe
Bangladesh off-spinner Nayeem Hasan alleged that he was harassed by police while returning home, prompting the BCB to call for an impartial investigation into the incident.
Why Virat Kohli is not playing India's ODI series against Afghanistan?
Team India stalwart Virat Kohli would miss out of the India vs Afghanistan ODI series, with the first 50-over match taking place at the picturesque HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala on Saturday.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's family continues to grab headlines as 10-year-old brother shines with stunning ton
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 10-year-old brother has scored 103 runs in a Bihar cricket match, while the cricket world continues to marvel at the talent of the 15-year-old, who is set to make his senior India debut soon.
Dharamsala weather forecast, India vs Afghanistan 1st ODI: Will rain spoil Rohit Sharma's return to Men In Blue?
Rohit Sharma is set to return to the Indian team in the first ODI against Afghanistan in Dharamsala, but rain could spoil his party. Check the weather forecast for Dharamsala here.
India vs Afghanistan ODI Series 2026: Dates, squads, venues, live streaming and everything you need to know
Here's everything you need to know about the India vs Afghanistan one-day series, which is set to begin on Saturday. Virat Kohli will not be a part of the series.
'Boy wonder' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi predicted to surpass Kohli and Sachin's success by career's end: 'He's a treasure'
Former South African cricketer Dale Steyn has made a bold prediction about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s success as the 15-year-old prepares for his maiden India T20 tour of Ireland and England.
ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Schedule, teams, format, venues and everything you need to know
Check out everything you need to know about the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, which is set to begin on Friday. Know everything from the tournament format and host nation to the prize money.
Kane Williamson announces retirement from international cricket: 'Now is the right time'
Kane Williamson, New Zealand’s all-time leading international run-scorer, has announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect on Friday.
'Next generation is still learning': Australian media sounds alarm after historic Bangladesh ODI series defeat
Australia's first-ever bilateral ODI series defeat to Bangladesh has reignited concerns over the country's white-ball future, with Australian media questioning talent depth and succession planning.
BCCI worried after violence in Belfast casts shadow on upcoming India vs Ireland T20s: Report
India's two-match T20 series against Ireland later this month could face disruption after anti-immigration violence erupted in Belfast.
Rahul Dravid's son Anvay earns maiden India U-19 call-up for tour to Sri Lanka
Rahul Dravid, one of the greatest India batters, will see his son in the India U-19 team soon as Anvay Dravid has earned his maiden call-up in the team for the upcoming tour to Sri Lanka.
2027 ODI World Cup dates revealed: ICC's showpiece event to take place from 4 October to 21 November
The dates for the next edition of the ODI World Cup, which returns to South Africa after 24 years, were finalised at the recent ICC meeting that took place in Ahmedabad.