Cricket fans across the globe were left puzzled when India announced their playing XI for the opening Test against England at the Headingley Ground, with Nitish Kumar Reddy notably absent from the lineup. The young all-rounder, who emerged as one of India’s brightest stars during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, found himself watching from the sidelines as India opted for a different team combination. The Surprising Omission Nitish Kumar Reddy was among the few positives for the Indian team in an otherwise disappointing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. His exclusion from the playing XI has raised eyebrows, especially considering his remarkable debut…
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In popular culture, cricket wins the hearts of millions all over the globe. Rooted in 16th-century England, the game cultivated itself through the centuries into one of the modern sports that shimmer with athletic prowess, originality in strategies, and ultimate fanfare. Today, various forms are played in cricket, from the picturesque five days of Test cricket to the shimmering-fast action of T20, which captures fans on continents at varied times. The global rise in cricket With this, cricket is much loved in India, Australia, England, Pakistan, and South Africa. However, interest appears to be blooming in the United States and…
The IPL has witnessed some explosive batting performances over the years, with batsmen rewriting record books with lightning-fast centuries. Every cricket fan remembers where they were when Chris Gayle demolished the Pune Warriors in 30 balls. From Chris Gayle’s legendary 30-ball masterpiece to the latest 2025 heroics, here are the fastest 100s in IPL history. Complete List: Fastest Centuries in IPL (2008-2025) RankPlayerTeamBallsvsVenueDate1Chris GayleRCB30Pune WarriorsBangalore23 April 20132Vaibhav SuryavanshiRR35Gujarat TitansJaipur20253Yusuf PathanRR37Mumbai IndiansMumbai13 March 20104Heinrich KlaasenSRH37Kolkata Knight RidersDelhi20255David MillerPBKS38Royal Challengers BangaloreMohali06 May 20136Travis HeadSRH39Royal Challengers BangaloreBangalore15 April 20247Priyansh AryaPBKS39Delhi CapitalsMohali20258Abhishek SharmaSRH40Mumbai IndiansHyderabad20259Will JacksRCB41Gujarat TitansAhmedabad28 April 202410Adam GilchristDC42Mumbai IndiansMumbai27 April 2008 Note: Players…
The IPL 2025 was suspended for a week due to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan — a situation that even led to the abrupt abandonment of the PBKS vs RCB match after just 10 overs were bowled. However, with the political climate showing signs of cooling down, the resumption of the tournament now appears imminent. While some reports suggest that the IPL will restart from 30th May, others claim 30th May might actually be the final, depending on logistical feasibility and player availability. One of the biggest concerns surrounding the restart is the absence of several top international stars…
As you know, the IPL 2025 was suspended for a week due to the growing political tensions between India and Pakistan. The situation had cast uncertainty over the tournament’s continuity. However, following a ceasefire agreement between the two nations, BCCI Secretary Rajeev Shukla confirmed that the league will resume soon. The board is optimistic about completing the remaining matches without further interruptions. According to reports, the IPL 2025 is now expected to resume from 31st May, with a revised schedule likely to include double-header matches. This move will help reduce the overall duration of the tournament and ensure that all…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is no longer just a cricket tournament — it has evolved into a powerful global brand, a billion-dollar enterprise, and an emotional phenomenon for millions of fans. It is vital in nurturing domestic talent and boosting India’s sporting economy. For the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the IPL is more than just a league — it’s a creation that must be fiercely protected, like a child. With the IPL soaring as a global cricketing giant, it’s only fair that BCCI ensures it stays exclusive and untouched — especially by leagues like the…
Steve Smith is regarded as one of the finest modern-day cricketers, known for his exceptional batting and sharp cricketing mind. With Pat Cummins ruled out of the Champions Trophy 2025 due to injury after the BGT 2024-25, Smith has once again taken charge of the Australian team for a major tournament—the first time since 2018-19. When Smith made his international debut in 2010 as a 20-year-old leg-spinner against Pakistan in T20I, few predicted he would rise to become one of Australia’s legend in red ball and white ball cricket. Though he didn’t secure an ICC trophy as captain, his strategic…
Steve Smith is known for taking stunning catches in the slip cordon, and once again, he’s making waves on social media. In the 1st ODI against Sri Lanka, he grabbed a brilliant one-handed catch off Matthew Short’s bowling to dismiss Wellalage. He has been one of the best slip fielders of the last decade, and once again, he proved why. Australia’s keeper Alex Carey and batter Wellalage were left in complete shock after witnessing the incredible catch.With Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc ruled out because of injury and personal reasons, Steve Smith is currently leading the Australian team for this…
Australia’s Champions Trophy hopes have been dealt a major blow with a string of key players sidelined. Mitchell Starc, the spearhead of their pace attack, joins captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood on the injury list, leaving a gaping hole in their bowling department. Adding to the Aussies woes, all-rounder Mitchell Marsh is also out of the tournament, and with Marcus Stoinis recently retiring, Australia will be heading to Pakistan with a significantly revamped squad. Veteran Steve Smith will take the reins, marking his return to captaincy in a major tournament for the first time since the infamous sandpaper scandal.…
During the India vs. Australia cricket match in Melbourne, Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant got out quickly. He tried a risky shot called a “scoop shot” and was dismissed. This upset former Indian legend and current commentator Sunil Gavaskar who was watching the match. Gavaskar thought Pant’s shot was foolish because India was already in a difficult situation in the game. Pant, known for his aggressive style, fell for just 28 runs in India’s first innings, playing an unorthodox scoop shot off Scott Boland. With India struggling to recover in the high-stakes Boxing Day Test, Pant’s decision to play a risky…