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Fit-again Shreyas Iyer to lead Mumbai in remainder of Vijay Hazare Trophy

Fit-again Shreyas Iyer to lead Mumbai in remainder of Vijay Hazare Trophy

Shreyas Iyer has been named Mumbai's captain for the remainder of the Vijay Hazare Trophy after Shardul Thakur was ruled out due to injury. Iyer is returning after a long layoff following a spleen laceration.

The Cricket Standard Desk 08 Jan 2026 2 min read
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Bangladesh accuses BCCI of "violent communal policy" amid Mustafizur row

Bangladesh accuses BCCI of "violent communal policy" amid Mustafizur row

The Bangladesh Cricket Board decided against sending its team to India for the T20 World Cup, citing security concerns after Mustafizur Rahman's IPL release. Government advisor Asif Nazrul accused the BCCI of a "violent communal policy."

The Cricket Standard Desk 08 Jan 2026 4 min read
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Ricky Ponting stunned by Shubman Gill's T20 World Cup snub: "I couldn't believe"

Ricky Ponting stunned by Shubman Gill's T20 World Cup snub: "I couldn't believe"

Ricky Ponting expressed his surprise at Shubman Gill's exclusion from India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad, saying he "couldn't believe" the talented batter failed to make the cut despite being ODI and Test captain.

The Cricket Standard Desk 08 Jan 2026 2 min read
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"Political factors mentioned": Ex-Bangladesh star explains Mustafizur Rahman's KKR release

"Political factors mentioned": Ex-Bangladesh star explains Mustafizur Rahman's KKR release

Former Bangladesh cricketer Khaled Mahmud said political factors were mentioned as the reason behind Mustafizur Rahman's IPL 2026 release by KKR, calling the saga sad and embarrassing.

The Cricket Standard Desk 08 Jan 2026 2 min read
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ICC may consider shifting Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches to Sri Lanka: Report

ICC may consider shifting Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches to Sri Lanka: Report

The ICC might consider moving Bangladesh's T20 World Cup 2026 matches from India to Sri Lanka following a formal request from the BCB citing safety and security concerns, reports Cricbuzz.

The Cricket Standard Desk 06 Jan 2026 3 min read
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India's ODI squad: Shreyas Iyer return conditional on fitness; Shami snubbed, Pant in

India's ODI squad: Shreyas Iyer return conditional on fitness; Shami snubbed, Pant in

The BCCI announced India's ODI squad for New Zealand series with Shreyas Iyer returning as vice-captain subject to fitness clearance. Mohammed Shami snubbed again; Rishabh Pant included.

The Cricket Standard Desk 06 Jan 2026 2 min read
Ex Indian Cricketer Big Claim: Ruturaj Gaikwad should replace Nitish Kumar Reddy in NZ ODI squad

Ex Indian Cricketer Big Claim: Ruturaj Gaikwad should replace Nitish Kumar Reddy in NZ ODI squad

Former India opener Sadagoppan Ramesh believes Ruturaj Gaikwad should have been included in India's New Zealand ODI squad in place of Nitish Kumar Reddy, questioning the need for a fifth seamer.

The Cricket Standard Desk 06 Jan 2026 2 min read
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Bangladesh refuse India travel for T20 World Cup, demand Sri Lanka shift

Bangladesh refuse India travel for T20 World Cup, demand Sri Lanka shift

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has decided against travelling to India for the T20 World Cup, seeking to shift matches to Sri Lanka over security concerns following Mustafizur Rahman's IPL release by KKR.

The Cricket Standard Desk 06 Jan 2026 3 min read
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R Ashwin reveals brutal criteria for Ruturaj Gaikwad's ODI snub: "Straight choice with Pant"

R Ashwin reveals brutal criteria for Ruturaj Gaikwad's ODI snub: "Straight choice with Pant"

Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that Ruturaj Gaikwad's exclusion from India's New Zealand ODI squad came down to a straight choice with Rishabh Pant, who was preferred as a left-hander.

The Cricket Standard Desk 05 Jan 2026 3 min read
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Why Hardik Pandya was not picked for New Zealand ODIs despite Vijay Hazare Trophy ton

Why Hardik Pandya was not picked for New Zealand ODIs despite Vijay Hazare Trophy ton

Hardik Pandya was excluded from India's ODI squad for the New Zealand series as he has not been cleared by the BCCI CoE to bowl 10 overs in a match, despite scoring 133 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

The Cricket Standard Desk 05 Jan 2026 2 min read
Mohammed Shami's coach tears into Ajit Agarkar over "shameful" ODI snub

Mohammed Shami's coach tears into Ajit Agarkar over "shameful" ODI snub

Mohammed Shami's coach has lashed out at the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee over the veteran pacer's omission from India's ODI squad for the New Zealand series despite taking 11 wickets in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

The Cricket Standard Desk 05 Jan 2026 2 min read
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BCCI rejects Bangladesh's bid to shift T20 World Cup matches: "Logistical nightmare"

BCCI rejects Bangladesh's bid to shift T20 World Cup matches: "Logistical nightmare"

The BCCI has called Bangladesh's attempt to shift its T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka a logistical nightmare, stating it is next to impossible with just a month left before the tournament.

The Cricket Standard Desk 05 Jan 2026 2 min read
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India may give Bangladesh cricket Pakistan-like treatment after Mustafizur release: Report

India may give Bangladesh cricket Pakistan-like treatment after Mustafizur release: Report

India has reportedly put the tour of Bangladesh on hold amid political tensions, mirroring the Pakistan-like treatment where bilateral cricket is subject to government approval after Mustafizur Rahman's IPL release.

The Cricket Standard Desk 05 Jan 2026 2 min read
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BCCI says 'no' to T20I charity games in Sri Lanka for Cyclone Ditwah victims: Report

BCCI says 'no' to T20I charity games in Sri Lanka for Cyclone Ditwah victims: Report

The BCCI has declined SLC's request to play charity T20I matches in December to raise funds for Cyclone Ditwah victims, but India's August tour with two Tests and two T20Is will proceed as planned.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Jan 2026 2 min read
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Irfan Pathan urges BCCI to schedule triangular series to keep Kohli and Rohit match-fit

Irfan Pathan urges BCCI to schedule triangular series to keep Kohli and Rohit match-fit

Irfan Pathan has urged the BCCI to schedule longer ODI series and triangular tournaments to help Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma stay match-fit ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Jan 2026 2 min read
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