During India's squad announcements, chief selector Ajit Agarkar confirmed that the pacer was advised not to play in consecutive Test matches as part of his workload management. He returned to the action during the Mumbai Indians' IPL 2025 campaign
In recent years, England have transformed into a formidable red-ball side under the dynamic leadership of Ben Stokes and the aggressive coaching approach of Brendon McCullum. Since McCullum took charge, England have remained unbeaten in Test series, winning 22 out of 35 matches
The game, part of a tri-nation series also featuring hosts Scotland, initially seemed to tilt in the Netherlands’ favour. After being asked to bat first, they posted a competitive total of 152 for seven, anchored by steady middle-order contributions
Reflecting on the 'star' label, Rabada said he plays for the badge with pride and continues to work hard to improve. "I don't see myself as a star. I see myself as someone who's willing to give my blood for this team and continue working hard and improving," he said
Broad drew comparisons with Glenn McGrath, who also had the balanced delivery stride. He also feels that if Bumrah features in all five matches, the pacer would return with a shedload of wickets
After the retirements of these Virat and Rohit, there are rumours that Gill would come to bat at number four with an aim of maintaining the legacy that Virat and Sachin Tendulkar held previously. Buttler played under Gill's captaincy at the Gujarat Titans during the IPL 2025
In his first captaincy assignment, Shubman Gill will be clashing against England in their backyard, where India last won a Test series in 2007. Karthik feels that Gill should score runs in the first Test match in order to earn respect in the dressing room
"It feels like the right time for me to start stepping away," said the 35-year-old Devine, who has played in 152 ODIs and 146 T20 internationals
On Monday, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced an 18-member squad that will play five two-day matches and four one-day games in the UK
Sai Sudharsan, who is two years junior to Washington, spoke about how his “senior’s” journey goaded him to work harder in order to achieve his goal of donning the India colours
Comeback man Karun Nair reveals emotional struggles after being sidelined in 2022 without any competitive cricket for 14 months
Leading the side into a new era is Shubman Gill, who needs just 107 more runs to reach the 2,000-run mark in Tests
Comeback man Karun Nair reveals emotional struggles after being sidelined in 2022 without any competitive cricket for 14 months
17 June,2025 08:55 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesLeading the side into a new era is Shubman Gill, who needs just 107 more runs to reach the 2,000-run mark in Tests
16 June,2025 10:54 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe engagement ceremony took place on June 4 in Lucknow and was an intimate affair, graced by close friends and family members, including fellow Indian cricketer Rinku Singh
16 June,2025 08:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Panthers, in their written complaint, claimed that players from the Dindigul franchise used towels, allegedly treated with unidentified chemical agents, to alter the ball’s surface illegally
16 June,2025 08:21 PM IST | Beckenham (UK) | mid-day online correspondentKuldeep’s Test career in overseas conditions, particularly in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia) countries, has been limited. He has featured in only two matches across these regions and went wicketless in his sole appearance in England back in 2018, bowling just nine overs
16 June,2025 07:40 PM IST | Beckenham (UK) | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Ahead of the Test series against England, here is Team India's probable batting lineup for the first Test match (Pic: File Pic/X)
India will be without some of their most seasoned campaigners, including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravichandran Ashwin, whose absence will undoubtedly be felt
16 June,2025 07:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Rana was diagnosed with a stress fracture in his lower back, while Patel suffered a stress reaction in his right leg during the ongoing high-performance training camp at the BCCI Centre of Excellence
16 June,2025 07:07 PM IST | London | mid-day online correspondent
Joe Root ended the WTC cycle with 1,968 runs in 22 Test matches and 40 innings. He also had seven centuries and the same number of half-centuries, with a top score of 262 runs. Considering his dominance against India, nothing is impossible for in-form Root in the upcoming five-match Test series
16 June,2025 06:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
India will begin their campaign with the tournament opener on September 30, taking on Sri Lanka in Bengaluru. Meanwhile, defending champions Australia will kick off their title defence with a high-voltage clash against New Zealand on October 1
16 June,2025 06:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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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
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