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Gary Kirsten reveals reason for stepping down as Pakistan’s white-ball coach

Gary Kirsten reveals reason for stepping down as Pakistan’s white-ball coach

Kirsten was appointed as Pakistan’s white-ball coach in April 2024, the same time when Jason Gillespie became the Test team head coach

Hazlewood prioritising IPL over national team raises eyebrows: Mitch Johnson

“If veteran players are sticking around just for the Ashes as a send-off, it does beg the question of whether that’s the right mindset. It’s crucial that we embrace the future and build confidence in selecting our next Test players,” added Johnson

16 June,2025 08:41 AM IST | Sydney | PTI

Mark Taylor urges Australian selectors to recall THIS player for WI tour

Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green couldn’t make substantial contributions, and with head coach Andrew McDonald hinting that a top-order reshuffle is on cards, especially with Steve Smith suffering a dislocated little finger, a return for Konstas is imminent

16 June,2025 08:39 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS

Andrew McDonald opens up on changes in Australia's top-order batting lineup

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald believes team must improve after defeat to South Africa in WTC Final; insists on need to bed down their opening combination

16 June,2025 08:35 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS

BCCI trims daily allowances for staff, streamlines travel policy

According to the revised policy, the incidental allowance component has been removed and employees will now be paid a flat Rs 10,000 per day for their time on the road

16 June,2025 08:26 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies

Ind vs Eng Test series: Spinner Kuldeep looks to pounce with turn and bounce

The retirement of R Ashwin has put more responsibility on Jadeja, who has played 12 Tests in England. The sole specialist spinner in the squad, Kuldeep Yadav, has only bowled nine overs in his sole Test appearance here

16 June,2025 08:24 AM IST | Beckenham (UK) | PTI

Ind vs Eng Test series | 'Rohit Sharma is very aggressive...': Shubman Gill

Test skipper Shubman Gill makes honest admission ahead of crucial England series; insists he wants to build secure team environment so that every player can perform as per his abilities

16 June,2025 08:19 AM IST | London | PTI

'It might be the time...': Andrew McDonald on changes in Australia's top-order

The question arose about Usman Khawaja, who failed to deliver performances in both innings of the WTC final. McDonald said that he doesn't see the end date for Khawaja, considering his preparations. Despite failure at the top in the WTC final, the head coach feels that Usman Khawaja still has a big part to play

15 June,2025 05:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Cricket fraternity share touching messages on Father's Day

Legendary Team India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shared a heartfelt note to his late father by saying, "...there was a man with a pen and a gentle smile, believing in me before the world did". The 2011 World Cup-winning Team India cricketer Yuvraj Singh shared an image with his father, Yograj, who, too, represented the country earlier

15 June,2025 05:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Ind vs Eng Test series: Surinder expresses confidence in Shubman Gill-led India

Apart from Rohit and Virat, Team India will also miss the services of spin veteran Ravichandran Ashwin. Surinder also stated that Pant, who is currently struggling to find himself among the runs, will deliver performances in the longest format of the game

15 June,2025 02:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Ind vs Eng Test series: Lal backs India's bowling attack ahead of England series

Madan Lal stated that the team as a whole will need to perform, and such a big series cannot be won with just one player performing throughout the series. The former cricketer also heaped praise on lead pacer Jasprit Bumrah and stated that other bowlers will also have to chip in with the ball

15 June,2025 02:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Ind vs Eng Test series: Clarke feels India is in safe hands ahead of five Tests

Since the appointment of Shubman Gill as Test captain, cricket fans have started drawing comparisons with Rohit Sharma. Clarke stated that the retirements of Rohit and Virat Kohli have left a huge void in the Indian team, but that doesn't mean a new captain is the worst thing for India

15 June,2025 02:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ind vs Eng Test series: Lal backs India's bowling attack ahead of England series

Ind vs Eng Test series: Lal backs India's bowling attack ahead of England series

Madan Lal stated that the team as a whole will need to perform, and such a big series cannot be won with just one player performing throughout the series. The former cricketer also heaped praise on lead pacer Jasprit Bumrah and stated that other bowlers will also have to chip in with the ball

15 June,2025 02:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ind vs Eng Test series: Clarke feels India is in safe hands ahead of five Tests

Ind vs Eng Test series: Clarke feels India is in safe hands ahead of five Tests

Since the appointment of Shubman Gill as Test captain, cricket fans have started drawing comparisons with Rohit Sharma. Clarke stated that the retirements of Rohit and Virat Kohli have left a huge void in the Indian team, but that doesn't mean a new captain is the worst thing for India

15 June,2025 02:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
WTC Final: Sachin Tendulkar, AB de Villiers congratulate SA for historic win

WTC Final: Sachin Tendulkar, AB de Villiers congratulate SA for historic win

Congratulations to South Africa on becoming World Test Champions!

15 June,2025 01:26 PM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
WTC Final: South Africa end 27-year-long wait to win ICC title

WTC Final: South Africa end 27-year-long wait to win ICC title

They had a rather easy opponent in the inexperienced Dutch at Adelaide. But SA choked while chasing a gettable 159. They were bundled out for 145

15 June,2025 08:57 AM IST | London | PTI
MCC outlaws ‘bunny hop’ boundary grabs

MCC outlaws ‘bunny hop’ boundary grabs

According to an MCC note circulated to member boards by the ICC, it clarified that any fielder making a second contact with the ball after jumping from beyond the boundary must land inside the field of play, or else a boundary will be awarded

15 June,2025 08:51 AM IST | London | PTI

IN PHOTOS | Ind vs Eng Test series: Potential opening pairs for Team India

As the five-match eagerly anticipted Test series against England inches closer, Yashasvi Jaiswal is expected to open the innings for India — but his partner is yet to be decided? Will it be Abhimanyu Easwaran, KL Rahul, or Sai Sudharsan? That answer will unfold soon. Here are the top five opening pairs that Team India could enter the series, with the first game scheduled to be played at the Yorkshire Cricket Ground on June 20 (Pic: File Pic)

15 June,2025 06:51 PM IST | Sujay Shivalkar
BCCI form panel to avoid incident like Bengaluru

BCCI form panel to avoid incident like Bengaluru

Apart from Saikia, the Board’s vice-president Rajeev Shukla and treasurer Prabhtej Singh Bhatia are the other members of the committee which will formulate the guidelines within 15 days

15 June,2025 08:28 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI

Ind vs Eng Test series: Prasidh Krishna opens up warm-up match

Ind vs Eng Test series: Prasidh Krishna opens up warm-up match

The unofficial game serves as warm-up ahead of India’s five-match Test series against England which commences on June 20

15 June,2025 08:26 AM IST | Beckenham (UK) | PTI

WTC Final: South African skipper Temba Bavuma reflects on title win against AUS

WTC Final: South African skipper Temba Bavuma reflects on title win against AUS

South Africa beat defending champions Australia by five wickets to claim maiden ICC World Test Championship title; skipper Temba Bavuma says team have given fitting reply to critics by ending nation’s 27-year wait for major ICC trophy

15 June,2025 08:11 AM IST | London | AP | PTI

WTC Final: Pat Cummins expresses disappointment post loss against SA

WTC Final: Pat Cummins expresses disappointment post loss against SA

“We’ve got a couple of weeks before the first Test in the Windies, so we’ll sit down and have a bit of a think,” he said

15 June,2025 08:05 AM IST | London | AFP

Father’s Day 2025: Rohit Sharma opens up on his father’s sacrifices

    Father’s Day 2025: Rohit Sharma opens up on his father’s sacrifices

    Team India captain Rohit Sharma opened up about his emotional journey to cricketing success, crediting his parents—especially his father—for the sacrifices they made to help him reach the top. Speaking from the heart, Rohit recalled the intense years of grinding through Under-19 cricket, Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and Irani Trophy before finally making it to the Indian team. He shared how his father stood by him through every struggle, watching closely as his career unfolded. Interestingly, Rohit revealed that while his world record 264 in ODI cricket barely got a reaction from his father, it was his red-ball cricket achievements that truly made his father proud

    14 June,2025 07:10 PM IST
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