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Manav Suthar demolishes multiple records with stunning six-wicket haul on dream Test debut
Manav Suthar bamboozled Afghanistan batters with a record-breaking debut performance to finish with figures of 6/33 in 22 overs in the one-off Test in New Chandigarh.
Shreyas Iyer's entry in T20I side as captain questioned by ex-India player; this star termed as better captaincy option
Shreyas Iyer has not played a T20I since December 2023 but will be leading India in the format from the Ireland tour onwards. However, former India player Sanjay Manjrekar is not sure about the decision from the Indian team management.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was upset after getting sold at IPL 2025 auction but not because of price: 'Honestly, I thought...'
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi found a place in the biggest cricket league of the world at just 13 but he was not happy with the way his bidding at the IPL 2025 auction went.
MCC admits pitch blunder after England beat New Zealand in shortest Test match at Lord's: 'Recognise the need to...'
The series opener between England and New Zealand at the Lord's saw a wicket fall every 25 balls, leading to the shortest ever Test match at the venue known as the 'Home of Cricket'.
Jay Shah extends support to teams ahead of 'landmark' Women's T20 World Cup: 'ICC commited to build more inclusive, global game'
ICC Chairperson Jay Shah congratulated all the team participating in the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday. The upcoming women's cricket extravaganza will take place across the UK.
Manav Suthar tipped to anchor India's Test resurgence as spin lynchpin by ex-cricket great: 'He was accurate, put batters under pressure'
A former India cricketer has predicted that Manav Suthar’s impressive debut against Afghanistan could play a key role in driving the team’s resurgence in Test cricket.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi speaks on his ultimate vision after receiving historic India call-up: 'I want to dominate and...'
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has reflected on his long-term aspirations after a breakthrough IPL 2026 season and also reflected on his commitment towards Test cricket.
Pakistan's Test shake-up looms as PCB contemplates sacking coach Sarfaraz and skipper Shan Masood
Pakistan's recent 0-2 defeat to Bangladesh in red-ball cricket has prompted PCB to mull upon the future, with team’s head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and captain Shan Masood expected to be axed.
IND vs AFG: Manav Suthar achieves rare record on Test debut with first-over wicket
During the India-Afghanistan one-off Test in New Chandigarh, debutant spinner Manav Suthar dismissed opener Abdul Malik in the first over of his Test career and achieved a unique feat.
Pakistan star serves fresh conspiracy against India with shocking claim: 'Umpiring calls go in their favour'
Pakistan all-rounder Khushdil Shah has stirred controversy after alleging umpiring bias towards India in the India vs Pakistan matches.
Shreyas Iyer drops first reaction on becoming India T20 captain: 'Great feeling and also...'
Shreyas Iyer is set to return to the Indian T20 side for the first time since December 2023 and that too as the captain of the team.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's age questioned as England media reacts to 15-year-old touring UK with Team India: 'As old as 19'
While majority of the media publications in England hailed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and expressed excitement over him coming to the UK for a potential India debut, some also questioned his 'real age'.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to be joined by parents during India's UK tour, BCCI to cover costs: Report
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi would be accompanied by his parents when the Indian cricket team travels to Ireland and England for the away T20 series.
R Ashwin evaluates BCCI's decision to appoint Shreyas Iyer as T20 captain: 'It's going to be a hard...'
Indian spin great Ravichandran Ashwin expressed his thoughts on the BCCI's decision to appoint Shreyas Iyer as Team India's new T20 captain, succeeding Suryakumar Yadav.
Suryakumar Yadav insists he's 'very happy for Shreyas Iyer' after being sacked as India T20 captain: 'Proud moment...'
Hours after he was unceremoniously booted out of the Indian T20 team despite leading them to victory at the T20 World Cup on home soil earlier this year, Suryakumar Yadav insisted he's "very happy" for fellow Mumbaikar Shreyas Iyer, his successor as captain in the format.
Sai Sudharsan grateful for coach Gambhir's belief after stellar showing in one-off Test: 'It gives mental certainty'
Team India batter Sai Sudharsan expressed his gratitude to head coach Gautam Gambhir for backing him up during the one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh.
Gill becomes first Indian to achieve rare feat after slamming century on Day 1 against Afghanistan
Shubman Gill remained unbeaten on 103 at stumps as India posted a commanding 368/3 in 85 overs at close of play after electing to bat in New Chandigarh. In the process, the young opener achieved a feat that no Indian has been able to pull off in the past.
Shreyas Iyer handed India's T20 baton: How the senior batter was elected captain despite a three-year absence
Shreyas Iyer was announced as the new T20 skipper of the Indian cricket team by the Board of Control for Cricket in India on Saturday, succeeding Suryakumar Yadav as the attention turns to the exciting 2028 cycle.
Jaiswal replaces Kohli in India squad for Afghanistan ODIs; Rohit and Pandya's participation subject to clearance
Yashasvi Jaiswal gets another shot at staking claim to a permanent spot in the ODI setup after being named Virat Kohli's replacement for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan at home starting next week.
IND vs AFG: KL Rahul marks vice-captaincy elevation with clinical hundred in one-off Test
KL Rahul smashed a hundred after being promoted as India's vice-captain in Test cricket against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh, delivering a poised statement with his knock.
India new T20 captain Highlights: Shreyas Iyer replaces Suryakumar Yadav as skipper; Sooryavanshi gets maiden call-up
India new T20 captain Highlights: Suryakumar Yadav's reign as India T20I captain ends with the successful T20 World Cup title defence at home soil in March, with Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer succeeding 'SKY' in the role going forward. Tilak Varma, has been named India's newest vice-captain in the 20-over format.
Shreyas Iyer 'deserved it for long', 'tough' on Suryakumar Yadav: How experts, fans reacted to India's T20 squads
Shreyas Iyer was announced as India's new T20I captain on Saturday with Suryakumar Yadav getting dropped from the team altogether as BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia and chief selector Ajit Agarkar unveiled the T20I squads for the upcoming tour of the UK as well as the Asian Games.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dethrones Sachin Tendulkar as India’s youngest cricketer to receive maiden call-up
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the teen batting prodigy, has officially made history after receiving his maiden national call-up for the Indian national cricket team for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England.
Iyer termed 'stand-out' captaincy candidate as Agarkar explains decision to drop Suryakumar: 'His own form...'
Shreyas Iyer is the new India T20I captain with the incumbent Suryakumar Yadav not just removed from captaincy but also dropped from the team entirely. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar has explained the reason behind this big move.
Shreyas Iyer replaces Suryakumar Yadav as India T20 captain, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi earns maiden call-up
Shreyas Iyer has been officially unveiled as the new T20 captain of India as Suryakumar Yadav has been dropped from the team. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has also been included in the Indian team for the tour to England and Ireland.
Who is Manav Suthar, the latest India debutant known for troubling Virat, Rohit in 2023 World Cup camp
Manav Suthar, who hails from Rajasthan, has made his India debut in the one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh. Check out Suthar's profile as he makes his Test debut.
Manav Suthar makes debut as India win toss and opt to bat first against Afghanistan in one-off Test
Rajasthan left-arm spinner Manav Suthar is set to represent India for the first time in his career as he has been handed his debut Test cap for the one-off Test against Afghanistan.
India vs Afghanistan: What happened when the two teams last played a Test match?
India hosted Afghanistan for their debut Test match back in 2018 in Bengaluru. The two teams meet for the second time in their Test history in New Chandigarh from Saturday, June 6.
Rohit's childhood coach sends stern reminder to Gambhir on World Cup discussion: 'Don’t think he needs to prove anything'
Rohit Sharma's childhood coach Dinesh Lad has come to the former India captain's defence amid questions over his form and fitness, insisting that the 'Hitman' has nothing left to prove and backing him to fulfill his dream of winning the ODI World Cup in South Africa next year.
India new T20 captain Highlights: Shreyas Iyer front-runner to become India T20 captain, confirmation likely Saturday
India’s new T20 captain Highlights: On Saturday, chief selector Ajit Agarkar and the national selection panel are expected to meet and discuss upon India's squads for the white-ball tour of the UK and the Asian Games in Japan. An announcement over the T20 leadership change coould be made on the same day.