Bangladesh sign off from ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 with comfortable victory over West Indies
Bangladesh signed off from the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 with a comfortable 10-wicket victory over West Indies.
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Amelia Kerr named ICC women's cricketer of the year
As announcements in the ICC Awards 2024 draw to a close, the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday revealed New Zealand’s Amelia Kerr as the winner of the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy for ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year.
Jasprit Bumrah named ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year
Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah was named ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year for producing his best-ever annual haul in the red-ball format.
Italian Tennis star Jannik Sinner defends Australian Open by beating Alexander Zverev
Italian Tennis star Jannik Sinner defended his Australian Open title by beating Alexander Zverev in the final clash of the Grand Slam on Sunday.
Tilak Varma steers India to a thrilling win over England in Chennai
Chennai/IBNS: Tilak Varma's responsible unbeaten 72 almost single-handedly steered India to a two-wicket win over England in the second T20I match at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday.
Harry Brook blames smog for England's struggle against spinners in Kolkata
Hyderabad/IBNS: England cricketer Harry Brook has blamed smog for his team's struggle against the Indian spin bowlers in the first T20I in Kolkata where the tourists were outplayed by Suryakumar Yadav's men.
Skechers hosts meet-and-greet event with Mohun Bagan Super Giant players in Kolkata mall
Comfort technology company Skechers recently hosted an exclusive meet-and-greet event with Mohun Bagan Super Giant team captain Subhasish Bose and a few other footballers in Kolkata on Friday which provided fans an opportunity to connect with the players.
ICC confirms Super 6 schedule of U19 Women's T20 World Cup Malaysia
The schedule for the Super Six stage of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 has been confirmed following the conclusion of the group stage.
West Indies hold nerve to progress at ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup
West Indies secured a Super 6 spot with a convincing victory in a must-win match against hosts Malaysia at the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup.
Rohit Sharma's Ranji Trophy return sees an extension of his poor form
Mumbai/IBNS: India captain Rohit Sharma's much-talked-about return to domestic cricket met with utter disappointment as the star batter lasted for only 19 balls in a Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Jammu and Kashmir.
Abhishek Sharma, Varun Chakravarthy power India to decimate England in first T20I
Kolkata/IBNS: Abhishek Sharma's fiery 79 from 34 balls and Varun Chakravarthy's three wickets were the highlights of India's sweeping seven-wicket victory against England in the inaugural T20I match at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday.
India win toss and opt to bowl first against England, no place for Shami in final 11
India opted to bowl first against England in the first T20 match after winning the toss in Eden Gardens on Wednesday.
Perrin propels England to back-to-back wins at ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup
Davina Perrin’s power hitting helped England record an emphatic eight-wicket win over USA at the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup.
Gautam Gambhir offers prayers at Kolkata's Kalighat Temple ahead of India-England clash
Kolkata/IBNS: Indian cricket head coach Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday visited the Kalighat Temple in Kolkata ahead of his team's inaugural T20 match against England in the city on January 22.
Australia's Gardner back as No. 1 all-rounder in ICC Women’s ODI Player Rankings
Australia’s Ashleigh Gardner has regained the number one spot for all-rounders and attained a career-best 10th position among batters in the ICC Women’s ODI Player Rankings after her match-winning century in the third ODI against England in Hobart on Friday.
Women's T20 World Cup: Nigeria and USA tread different paths to first win
Nigeria and the USA both earned their first ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup wins but did so in different ways.
India's golden boy Neeraj Chopra marries Himani Mor, shares heart-warming images on social media
Two-time Olympic medalist and Indian javelin champion Neeraj Chopra on Sunday shared images of his marriage on social media, leaving hundreds of female followers heartbroken.
Arrest warrant issued against Bangladeshi cricketer and former Awami League lawmaker Shakib Al Hasan
A Bangladeshi court on Sunday issued an arrest warrant against cricket star and former Awami League lawmaker Shakib Al Hasan and three others in a case involving bounced cheques at IFIC Bank.
Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker's grandmother and uncle killed in road accident
Charkhi Dadri (Haryana): International shooter Manu Bhaker's grandmother and uncle tragically lost their lives in a road accident on Sunday, January 19, reported India Today.
Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami included to India's Champions Trophy squad, Rohit Sharma named captain
The Indian selectors on Saturday named Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami were named in the Indian squad for the Champions Trophy which will be played in Dubai and Pakistan next month.
Australia open ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup with win as rain disrupts play
Caoimhe Bray shone on her ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup debut as Australia defeated Scotland on the opening day in Malaysia.
ICC announces Olympic gymnast Farah Ann Abdul Hadi as U19 Women's T20 World Cup event ambassador
The ICC has announced Olympic gymnast Farah Ann Abdul Hadi, as the official event ambassador for the U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Malaysia 2025.
India become third team to hammer 400 runs in an ODI innings in women's cricket
Skipper Smriti Mandhana led from the front as India women's team hammered 400 runs for the first time in an ODI innings against Ireland on Wednesday.
Pakistani-origin English cricketer Saqib Mahmood facing visa issue ahead of India tour: Reports
Pakistani-origin English pacer Saqib Mahmood was forced to miss the upcoming training camp of the England cricket team in the UAE ahead of the series against India after his visa was delayed.
Indian cricketers' wives not allowed for entire tour: BCCI's stricter rules after BGT drubbing
Mumbai/IBNS: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced a new set of rules barring cricketers' wives from accompanying their husbands for the entire tour in a corrective measure after a drubbing in Australia.
Rohit Sharma to continue as skipper, tells BCCI to search for his replacement: Reports
Rohit Sharma, who did not feature in the fifth match of the Border-Gavaskar series amid his poor show with the bat against Australia, has expressed his desire to lead the Indian team for a short while and asked the Board of Control for Cricket in India to search for his replacement.
Netflix's docu series The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan to premiere on February 7
Streaming giant Netflix's show The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan showcasing the on-field rivalry between the two cricket giants will premiere on the web platform on February 7.
Devajit Saikia and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia elected as BCCI secretary and treasurer
Devajit Saikia and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia have been unanimously elected as the secretary and treasurer, respectively, of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
IPL 2025 to begin on March 21, final on May 25
Mumbai/IBNS: The 18th edition of cash-rich T20 tournament Indian Premier League (IPL) will kickstart on March 21 and the final will be played on May 25, said Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla, media reports said.
Pat Cummins to lead Australia in Champions Trophy
Pat Cummins will look forward to leading Australia in the upcoming Champions Trophy which will be played in Pakistan and the UAE next month.