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Gill, Bumrah Reach Kolkata as India Gear Up for South Africa Tests

Gill, Bumrah Reach Kolkata as India Gear Up for South Africa Tests

Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah landed in Kolkata on Sunday along with the South African squad. India's Test series against the world champions begins Friday at Eden Gardens.

The Cricket Standard Desk 10 Nov 2025 3 min read
South Africa A Stun India A With Record 417-Run Chase

South Africa A Stun India A With Record 417-Run Chase

South Africa A chased down 417 against India's Test bowlers in a record-breaking victory. Five batters scored fifties as the visitors leveled the series 1-1 in Bengaluru.

The Cricket Standard Desk 10 Nov 2025 4 min read
India A Series
Aakash Chopra Urges India to Drop Nitish Reddy, Include Dhruv Jurel

Aakash Chopra Urges India to Drop Nitish Reddy, Include Dhruv Jurel

Aakash Chopra wants India to sacrifice Nitish Reddy and include Dhruv Jurel for the first Test against South Africa. The young keeper's twin centuries for India A have made his case compelling.

The Cricket Standard Desk 10 Nov 2025 3 min read
Mithun Manhas on BCCI Presidency: A Legacy That Must Be Carried Forward

Mithun Manhas on BCCI Presidency: A Legacy That Must Be Carried Forward

New BCCI president Mithun Manhas calls his role a great responsibility and legacy to uphold. He credits Jay Shah for elevating Indian women's cricket to World Cup glory.

The Cricket Standard Desk 10 Nov 2025 3 min read
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"Makes No Sense": Irfan Pathan Demands Rule Change After Shubman Gill Denied Single Despite Successful DRS in India-Australia 4th T20I

"Makes No Sense": Irfan Pathan Demands Rule Change After Shubman Gill Denied Single Despite Successful DRS in India-Australia 4th T20I

Irfan Pathan calls for Dead Ball law amendment after Shubman Gill denied single in IND vs AUS 4th T20I despite successful DRS overturn. Marcus Stoinis' LBW appeal on Gill (inside edge confirmed) led to run being nullified. India won by 48 runs at Carrara Oval.

The Cricket Standard Desk 09 Nov 2025 0
Strategic Shift: Kuldeep Yadav Released from Australia T20I Squad to Focus on Test Cricket Preparation

Strategic Shift: Kuldeep Yadav Released from Australia T20I Squad to Focus on Test Cricket Preparation

Kuldeep Yadav has been released from India's T20I squad in Australia with two matches remaining, joining India A for red-ball practice ahead of the South Africa Test series starting November 14.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Nov 2025 5 min read
BCCI Centre Of Excellence Bengaluru Kuldeep Yadav India A Squad South Africa Test Series Preparation
BCCI Issues Final Ultimatum to Mohsin Naqvi: Hand Over Asia Cup Trophy or Face ICC Action

BCCI Issues Final Ultimatum to Mohsin Naqvi: Hand Over Asia Cup Trophy or Face ICC Action

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has issued a final warning to ACC president Mohsin Naqvi, threatening to escalate the Asia Cup trophy dispute to the ICC if the silverware is not handed over by November 3.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Nov 2025 5 min read
Asia Cup Trophy Controversy Mohsin Naqvi PCB ACC BCCI Devajit Saikia Ultimatum
"Everyone Else Has To Catch Up": Rahul Dravid's Tribute to Rohit Sharma's T20I Revolution

"Everyone Else Has To Catch Up": Rahul Dravid's Tribute to Rohit Sharma's T20I Revolution

Rahul Dravid hails Rohit Sharma for transforming India's T20I cricket into the world's most dominant force through an aggressive, modern brand of play that has forced rivals to adapt.

The Cricket Standard Desk 01 Nov 2025 4 min read
Suryakumar Yadav Captain Rahul Dravid Rohit Sharma India T20I Dominance
India vs Australia 2nd T20I: Complete Live Streaming and Broadcast Guide

India vs Australia 2nd T20I: Complete Live Streaming and Broadcast Guide

India face Australia in the 2nd T20I at MCG Melbourne on Oct 31. Live streaming on JioStar and Star Sports. Toss at 1:15 PM IST, match starts 1:45 PM IST.

The Cricket Standard Desk 01 Nov 2025 3 min read
India Vs Australia T20I Melbourne JioStar Live Stream Star Sports Telecast
Ajinkya Rahane Questions BCCI Over Karun Nair's Rapid Exclusion: "Should Have Gotten Another Chance"

Ajinkya Rahane Questions BCCI Over Karun Nair's Rapid Exclusion: "Should Have Gotten Another Chance"

Ajinkya Rahane questions the BCCI's decision to drop Karun Nair after just one Test series, arguing the veteran deserved another chance despite modest England performance.

The Cricket Standard Desk 31 Oct 2025 4 min read
Ajinkya Rahane Karun Nair Devdutt Padikkal Replacement Ajit Agarkar Chief Selector
"I Can't Believe It": Nasser Hussain Shocked by Rohit Sharma's First No. 1 ODI Ranking at 38

"I Can't Believe It": Nasser Hussain Shocked by Rohit Sharma's First No. 1 ODI Ranking at 38

Nasser Hussain expressed disbelief that Rohit Sharma reached the ICC Men's No. 1 ODI batter ranking for the first time at age 38, despite 15 years of excellence and 33 centuries.

The Cricket Standard Desk 31 Oct 2025 4 min read
Rohit Sharma Number One ODI Batter Nasser Hussain Reaction ICC Rankings October 2025
"He Deserved Another Chance": Ajinkya Rahane Questions BCCI Over Karun Nair Test Snub

"He Deserved Another Chance": Ajinkya Rahane Questions BCCI Over Karun Nair Test Snub

Ajinkya Rahane has questioned the BCCI's decision to drop Karun Nair from India's Test squad, saying the Karnataka batter deserved more opportunities after his England series.

The Cricket Standard Desk 31 Oct 2025 5 min read
Ajinkya Rahane Karun Nair BCCI Selection Controversy Devdutt Padikkal Replacement
Tea Before Lunch: Guwahati Test Set to Break 148-Year Cricket Tradition

Tea Before Lunch: Guwahati Test Set to Break 148-Year Cricket Tradition

The India vs South Africa 2nd Test in Guwahati will feature tea before lunch for the first time in Test cricket history, adapting to early sunsets in Northeast India.

The Cricket Standard Desk 31 Oct 2025 5 min read
Barsapara Cricket Stadium Maiden Test Tea Before Lunch Test Cricket Guwahati Early Sunset
Rishabh Pant Wears Virat Kohli's No. 18 Jersey on Comeback: Why It Sparked Debate

Rishabh Pant Wears Virat Kohli's No. 18 Jersey on Comeback: Why It Sparked Debate

Rishabh Pant wore Virat Kohli's iconic No. 18 jersey on his return to cricket, sparking debate on social media. BCCI clarified India A numbers are not fixed and assigned randomly.

The Cricket Standard Desk 31 Oct 2025 4 min read
Rishabh Pant Comeback Virat Kohli Jersey 18 India A South Africa A
India Head to Melbourne with Confidence After Rain-Marred Canberra Start

India Head to Melbourne with Confidence After Rain-Marred Canberra Start

India head to the MCG for the 2nd T20I against Australia with confidence after Suryakumar Yadav's explosive 39* in the rain-abandoned Canberra opener showcased their attacking intent.

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 3 min read
Suryakumar Yadav Return To Form India MCG T20I Gautam Gambhir Philosophy