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"Let Him Say...": Shami Hits Back at Chief Selector

"Let Him Say...": Shami Hits Back at Chief Selector

Mohammed Shami responds to Ajit Agarkar's fitness concerns with a strong performance in Ranji Trophy, taking 7 wickets as the row over his Australia exclusion continues.

The Cricket Standard Desk 19 Oct 2025 3 min read
"I Won't Lie, There's Fear": Suryakumar Opens Up About Losing Captaincy to Gill

"I Won't Lie, There's Fear": Suryakumar Opens Up About Losing Captaincy to Gill

India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav makes a bold confession about fearing he might lose his role to Shubman Gill, but says this fear keeps him motivated ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.

The Cricket Standard Desk 19 Oct 2025 3 min read
Virat Kohli Shares a Secret: How Dhoni and Kirsten Gave Him His Big Break

Virat Kohli Shares a Secret: How Dhoni and Kirsten Gave Him His Big Break

Ever wonder how Virat Kohli became a star? He just shared a story about how MS Dhoni and Gary Kirsten backed his fighting spirit. Plus, get the full Australia ODI series schedule and squad.

The Cricket Standard Desk 17 Oct 2025 2 min read
"I Don't Even Know Who He Is": Anil Chaudhary Blasts Mohsin Naqvi Over Asia Cup Trophy Row

"I Don't Even Know Who He Is": Anil Chaudhary Blasts Mohsin Naqvi Over Asia Cup Trophy Row

Former ICC umpire Anil Chaudhary criticized Mohsin Naqvi for walking away with Asia Cup trophy after India's win. "I don't even know who he is.

The Cricket Standard Desk 17 Oct 2025 6 min read
Kuldeep Yadav Reaches Career-Best 14th Rank in ICC Test Bowling Rankings After 8-Wicket Haul vs West Indies

Kuldeep Yadav Reaches Career-Best 14th Rank in ICC Test Bowling Rankings After 8-Wicket Haul vs West Indies

Kuldeep Yadav achieved career-best 14th position in ICC Test bowling rankings after taking 8 wickets in Delhi Test vs West Indies. Left-arm wrist spinner jumped 7 places with 689 rating points.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Oct 2025 4 min read
"World Cricket Needs West Indies": Darren Sammy Thanks Gautam Gambhir for Inspiring Dressing Room Speech

"World Cricket Needs West Indies": Darren Sammy Thanks Gautam Gambhir for Inspiring Dressing Room Speech

West Indies coach Darren Sammy publicly thanked Gautam Gambhir after Indian head coach entered West Indies dressing room following 2-0 series defeat and delivered inspiring speech.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Oct 2025 6 min read
Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Fly to Australia With First Batch; Gautam Gambhir Departs Later

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Fly to Australia With First Batch; Gautam Gambhir Departs Later

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma departed for Australia on the morning of October 15, with the first batch, including Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Nitish Kumar Reddy. Head coach Gautam Gambhir is scheduled to leave later in the evening. The ODI series begins on October 19 in Perth.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Oct 2025 4 min read
Shubman Gill on All-Format Challenge: "I Want to Win Everything in Every Format"

Shubman Gill on All-Format Challenge: "I Want to Win Everything in Every Format"

Shubman Gill acknowledges mental fatigue from being India's Test captain, ODI captain, and T20I vice-captain but remains committed to succeeding across all formats

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Oct 2025 7 min read
KL Rahul's Bail-Dislodging Act Creates Chaos at Delhi Test: Umpire Richard Illingworth Calls Players Back

KL Rahul's Bail-Dislodging Act Creates Chaos at Delhi Test: Umpire Richard Illingworth Calls Players Back

KL Rahul dislodged the bails after 71st over on Day 3 of India-West Indies 2nd Test, leading players to believe lunch had been called. Umpire Richard Illingworth quickly called them back for one final over. Kuldeep Yadav's 5/82 helped India enforce follow-on with 270-run lead.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Oct 2025 5 min read
Yashasvi Jaiswal Turns 'Doctor' After Shubman Gill Collision: 173* Dominates Day 1 vs West Indies

Yashasvi Jaiswal Turns 'Doctor' After Shubman Gill Collision: 173* Dominates Day 1 vs West Indies

Yashasvi Jaiswal scored magnificent 173* on Day 1 vs West Indies but stole hearts by performing concussion test on captain Shubman Gill after nasty collision with wicketkeeper Tevin Imlach. India reach 318/2 at stumps in Delhi.

The Cricket Standard Desk 11 Oct 2025 3 min read
India vs West Indies 2nd Test Live Streaming: When and Where to Watch on TV and Online

India vs West Indies 2nd Test Live Streaming: When and Where to Watch on TV and Online

India vs West Indies 2nd Test starts October 10 at 9:30 AM IST at Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi. Watch live on Star Sports and stream on JioStar/Disney+ Hotstar. Yashasvi Jaiswal's 173* puts India in command on Day 1.

The Cricket Standard Desk 11 Oct 2025 2 min read
International
No Retirement: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to Play Vijay Hazare Trophy Between Australia and New Zealand Series

No Retirement: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to Play Vijay Hazare Trophy Between Australia and New Zealand Series

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are expected to play at least 3-4 Vijay Hazare Trophy matches starting December 24 between Australia tour and New Zealand ODI series in January, BCCI source confirms. Plan signals both veterans intend to continue careers.

The Cricket Standard Desk 11 Oct 2025 3 min read
Domestic
Inside Rohit Sharma's 7-Day Training at BCCI's CoE: 2 Hours Daily Batting Against Tall Fast Bowlers

Inside Rohit Sharma's 7-Day Training at BCCI's CoE: 2 Hours Daily Batting Against Tall Fast Bowlers

Rohit Sharma spent nearly a week at BCCI's Centre of Excellence starting September 16, practicing 2 hours daily against tall fast bowlers specifically for Australia's bouncy pitches. Training included 10 bowlers, throwdown specialists, and gym work ahead of October 19 ODI series.

The Cricket Standard Desk 09 Oct 2025 2 min read
"Yahi Duniya Gaali Degi": MS Dhoni's Brutal Reality Check That Saved Mohammed Siraj's Career

"Yahi Duniya Gaali Degi": MS Dhoni's Brutal Reality Check That Saved Mohammed Siraj's Career

Mohammed Siraj revealed MS Dhoni's powerful advice about handling criticism: "Jab tu acha karega, poori duniya saath rahegi, aur jab kharaab, yahi duniya gaali degi." This mental framework helped Siraj overcome brutal IPL trolling including "jaao auto chalao" abuse.

The Cricket Standard Desk 09 Oct 2025 3 min read
Rishabh Pant Eyes Ranji Trophy Comeback in Late October After Foot Injury Recovery

Rishabh Pant Eyes Ranji Trophy Comeback in Late October After Foot Injury Recovery

Rishabh Pant is expected to make his cricket comeback through Ranji Trophy's second round starting October 25 after fracturing his foot during England Test in July. Fitness clearance expected by October 10 following BCCI assessment.

The Cricket Standard Desk 09 Oct 2025 3 min read