Ex-Bangladeshi captain Tamim Iqbal suffers heart attack, admitted to hospital
Former Bangladesh cricket captain Tamim Iqbal was hospitalised on Monday after he suffered a heart attack.
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Who is Vignesh Puthur, the young chinaman whom MS Dhoni praised after CSK-MI clash in IPL 2025?
Chennai/IBNS: The occasional brakes in Chennai Super Kings' run-chase in the 18th edition of Indian Premier League (IPL) were provided by debutant Vignesh Puthur, who caught the limelight in Mumbai Indians' lineup where Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya were missing on Sunday.
Rachin Ravindra, Noor shine as CSK beat Mumbai Indians by four wickets in IPL clash
New Zealand youngster Rachin Ravindra's unbeaten 65 and skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad's 53 helped Chennai Super Kings begin their Indian Premier League campaign with a four-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians on Sunday night.
Ishan Kishan's stylish 106 helps Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 44 runs
Ishan Kishan's stylish unbeaten knock of 106 runs and all-round performance by bowlers helped Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 44 runs in an Indian Premier League match on Sunday.
RCB's Salt caramel causes KKR's Virat dent
What was supposed to be the beginning of KKR's stylish title defence, 'Loot Poot Gya' thanks to Salt-Kohli show that left the knights reeling on the ropes.
Stars, music, magic mark surreal opening of IPL 18
Those who peep into the sky know of the lunar standoff that happens every 18 years. It may not have been a galactic event, but Eden Gardens bursting at the seams came to a standstill tonight as the reigning King of a nation's heart Shah Rukh Khan himself took to centrestage to host the opening ceremony of the 18th edition of IPL.
PCB denies financial loss, claims Champions Trophy 2025 was profitable
Islamabad: While reports have indicated that Pakistan incurred financial losses as the host of the ICC Champions Trophy, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has strongly refuted these claims.
Team playing good cricket under pressure will excel: Sourav Ganguly as IPL 2025 begins
Kolkata/IBNS: Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly on Saturday said the team that would play good cricket under pressure will excel in the 18th edition of Indian Premier League (IPL).
IPL 2025 opener stares at a complete washout. Here's why
Kolkata/IBNS: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 opening match between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is staring at a complete washout as rains and thunderstorms have been predicted in Kolkata over the weekend, media reports said.
BCCI announces cash prize for India's victorious ICC Champions Trophy 2025 contingent
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of Rs. 58 crore for Team India following their triumph at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
India outplay Maldives 3-0 in FIFA International Friendly
Shillong/IBNS: India displayed appreciable dominance at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Wednesday defeating Maldives 3-0 in the FIFA International Friendly. The Blue Tigers led 1-0 at half time.
BCCI reacts to reports claiming change in family rules after Virat Kohli's criticism
Mumbai/IBNS: The BCCI is not changing the new policy restricting cricketers' family members from staying with the players on tours for long, rubbishing reports claiming an alteration in the rule after star batter Virat Kohli's open criticism, media reports said.
Suryakumar Yadav to lead Mumbai Indians in opener against CSK
Indian T20 captain and batting sensation Suryakumar Yadav willl lead Mumbai Indians in their opening match against Chennai Super Kings in the absence of regular skipper Hardik Pandya.
IPL 2025: KKR pick Chetan Sakariya as a replacement for Umran Malik
Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) picked Chetan Sakariya as a replacement for Umran Malik for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
Islamic cleric says Shami's daughter committed 'crime' by playing Holi
Islamic cleric Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi has described that Indian cricketer Mohammad Shami's daughter playing Holi, the Hindu festival of colours, was illegal and against Shariat.
Rohit Sharma likely to lead India in England after Champions Trophy success: Reports
Rohit Sharma is likely to lead the Indian team in the upcoming five-match Test series against England after India won the Champions Trophy in Dubai by beating New Zealand in the final.
Delhi Capitals name Champions Trophy star Axar Patel as skipper for upcoming IPL season
JSW-GMR co-owned Delhi Capitals on Friday named T20 World Cup and Champions Trophy hero Axar Patel as its captain ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League season.
I didn't get the recognition I wanted after leading KKR to IPL win: Shreyas Iyer's explosive statement
Kolkata/IBNS: India's new batting star Shreyas Iyer has claimed he didn't get the kind of recognition he wanted to have after Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) won the Indian Premier League (IPL) under his captaincy in 2024.
IPL 2025: Injured Rahul Dravid set to join Rajasthan Royals squad today
Jaipur/IBNS: Former Team India captain and ex-head coach Rahul Dravid, who is recovering from an injury, will on Wednesday join the Rajasthan Royals camp in Jaipur for the upcoming season of Indian Premier League (IPL).
'We are in good hands': Virat Kohli lauds next generation Indian players after Champions Trophy win
In the final, it was captain Rohit Sharma that led the way. In the semi-final, it was Virat Kohli with the bat and Mohammed Shami with the ball, among others.
Rohit Sharma ends all speculations about retirement after Champions Trophy win
Indian captain Rohit Sharma silenced critics after winning the Champions Trophy in Dubai by beating New Zealand in the final on Sunday and ended all speculations about his retirement by saying he is not going to quit the 50-over format of the game at present.
Rohit Sharma ends all speculation about retirement after Champions Trophy win
Indian captain Rohit Sharma silenced critics after winning the Champions Trophy in Dubai by beating New Zealand in the final on Sunday and ended all speculations about his retirement by saying he is not going to quit the 50-over format of the game at present.
Rohit Sharma-led India hammer New Zealand in thrilling final to lift Champions Trophy
Eight years ago, India were on the losing side when Pakistan beat them to lift the Champions Trophy, but in 2025, backing on a thrilling performance by the entire team led by a spirited Rohit Sharma, the Men in Blue beat New Zealand to lift the title in Dubai on Sunday.
India beat New Zealand to win Champions Trophy
India put up a dominant show to beat New Zealand by four wickets in the Champins Trophy final to lift the trophy in Dubai on Sunday.
Michael Bracewell’s unbeaten 53, Daryl Mitchell’s 63 help New Zealand post 251/7 in Champions Trophy final
Michael Bracewell’s unbeaten 53 and Daryl Mitchell’s 63 helped New Zealand post a competitive 251 runs for the loss of seven wickets against India in the Champions Trophy final in Dubai on Sunday.
New Zealand win toss, opt to bat first against India in Champions Trophy final
New Zealand won the toss and opted to bat first against India in the final of the Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday.
KKR appoint former West Indies cricketer Ottis Gibson as assistant coach for IPL 2025
Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata Knight Riders announced Ottis Gibson as their assistant coach ahead of the 2025 Indian Premier League.
IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians pick Corbin Bosch as replacement for Lizaad Williams
South African fast bowler Lizaad Williams is ruled out of the upcoming IPL 2025 due to an injury, and Mumbai Indians have signed his compatriot Corbin Bosch as his replacement.
IPL 2025: Sunrisers Hyderabad pick Wiaan Mulder as replacement for injured Brydon Carse
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) picked Wiaan Mulder as a replacement for Brydon Carse for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
New Zealand's class of 2025 ready to follow in footsteps of their heroes: Will Young
The New Zealand batter was just eight years old when the Blackcaps saw off Zimbabwe, Pakistan and India to win their first major ICC tournament in this very event 25 years ago, and the magic of that glorious run instilled a drive in him to make it to the top.