Premier Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami is set to make his highly anticipated return to competitive cricket, representing Bengal in their Ranji Trophy match against Madhya Pradesh in Indore, starting Wednesday, as announced by the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB). Shami has been sidelined since November 19, 2023, following the World Cup final due to an ankle injury that required surgery. After intensive rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, Shami is now poised to demonstrate his match fitness. CAB secretary Naresh Ojha expressed optimism over Shami’s return, emphasizing that his comeback is a significant boost for both…
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India’s decision not to travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy next year could prompt a significant reaction from the Pakistani government, potentially leading to the national cricket team withdrawing from the tournament, according to a report in ‘Dawn’. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) decision that the Indian team will not participate in the tournament on Pakistani soil. The event is set to take place from February 19 to March 9, 2025. The Champions Trophy, set to return to the ICC…
As the IPL 2025 mega auction approaches, attention is focused on the emerging crop of young talents eager to make their mark in the league. Among these promising players, three stand out as the youngest to ever be signed, each bringing a fresh wave of excitement and potential. Their rise to prominence has captured the imagination of fans and cricket experts alike, with expectations high for their future impact on both Indian and international cricket. 3 Youngest Players Bought in IPL History Sr NoPlayerTeamsAge at Debut1Prayas Ray BarmanRCB16 years, 157 days2Mujeeb ur RahmanPBKS17 years, 11 days3Sarfaraz KhanRCB17 years, 177 days…
A total of 1,574 cricketers, including 1,165 Indian players, have signed up for the IPL 2025 mega auction, which will take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25. When is the IPL 2025 Mega Auction? The IPL 2025 mega auction will be held on November 24 and 25. Where is the IPL 2025 Mega Auction Happening? This year’s auction will take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This marks the second consecutive year that the auction will be held overseas, following Dubai’s hosting of the IPL 2024 auction. How Many Players Have Registered for the IPL 2025 Mega…
India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has come to the defense of senior players Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma following recent criticism from former Australia captain Ricky Ponting. Ponting had questioned Kohli’s form, suggesting that any other player would have been dropped from the team after scoring just two centuries in five years. In a press conference before leaving for Australia for the five-match Test series, Gambhir was asked about the struggles of the senior players. He dismissed Ponting’s comments, stating that Ponting has no role in Indian cricket. Gambhir also highlighted the passion and dedication of both Kohli and Rohit…
India captain Rohit Sharma is set to miss the opening Test of the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. It has been widely speculated for weeks that Rohit would be absent for the Perth Test, as he and his wife, Ritika Sajdeh, are expecting the birth of their second child. After the third and final Test against New Zealand, Rohit had admitted uncertainty about his availability for the first Test of the series Down Under. Now, a report by India Today confirms that Rohit will not travel with the Indian team and will remain in India for the birth of his…
On Sunday, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi initiated discussions with senior government officials following the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) notification that India is unwilling to travel to Pakistan for next year’s Champions Trophy. The PCB confirmed receiving an email from the ICC regarding India’s reluctance, despite Naqvi’s earlier rejection of a ‘Hybrid Model.’ “Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the federal interior minister, is in talks with government officials, awaiting directions from Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif,” a PCB official stated. The official expressed disappointment over India’s stance, despite Pakistan’s assurance of providing top-tier security for all teams, including India’s,…
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) CEO Kasi Viswanathan has shared details about the team’s strategy for the upcoming IPL 2025 Mega Auction, which will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25. CSK decided to keep players like Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, Matheesha Pathirana, and MS Dhoni ahead of the auction, leaving them with just one Right to Match (RTM) card. It is likely that they will use this card to keep either Devon Conway or Rachin Ravindra. With big names like KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and Rishabh Pant entering this year’s auction, Kasi admitted that…
Former South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn praised Gerald Coetzee for his brilliant all-round performance in the second T20I against India, which led to the Proteas securing a dramatic 3-wicket victory in Gqeberha on November 10. Coetzee’s contributions with both bat and ball were instrumental in South Africa’s comeback, leveling the four-match series 1-1. Steyn noted that Coetzee’s impressive pace and powerful hitting make him a likely candidate for IPL attention. Coetzee claimed figures of 1/25 from four overs and remained unbeaten on 19 off just 9 balls. “Coetzee bowling fast, hitting huge sixes—if there’s anything to take from this…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction will feature some of Indian cricket’s biggest stars, with players like Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul expected to fetch massive paychecks. While the scale of the auction might mean players won’t command the same inflated prices as in mini-auctions, former India cricketer and pundit Aakash Chopra believes the record for the most expensive IPL player, set by Mitchell Starc before IPL 2024, could still be broken. “Rishabh Pant. I’m saying it again. He could still become the most expensive player in IPL history,” Chopra said on his YouTube channel. “He…