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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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Gautam Gambhir must evolve in 2026: Four key changes needed after mistake-riddled 2025

Gautam Gambhir must evolve in 2026: Four key changes needed after mistake-riddled 2025

Gautam Gambhir enjoyed white-ball success in 2025 but faced Test collapses and team unrest. Here are four key changes he must make in 2026 to lead India to greater success.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Jan 2026 3 min read
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India's 2026 cricket schedule: T20 World Cup, IPL, and Asian Games headline packed year

India's 2026 cricket schedule: T20 World Cup, IPL, and Asian Games headline packed year

India's cricket team faces a packed 2026 schedule featuring the T20 World Cup on home soil, the IPL, cricket's return to the Asian Games, and tours of England, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and New Zealand.

The Cricket Standard Desk 03 Jan 2026 3 min read
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Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma miss Vijay Hazare Trophy fourth round—here's why

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma miss Vijay Hazare Trophy fourth round—here's why

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will miss the Vijay Hazare Trophy fourth round matches on Wednesday. Kohli will play one more match vs Railways on January 6 before joining India for New Zealand ODIs.

The Cricket Standard Desk 03 Jan 2026 2 min read
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ICC rates Eden Gardens pitch "satisfactory" despite India's collapse and expert criticism

ICC rates Eden Gardens pitch "satisfactory" despite India's collapse and expert criticism

The ICC has rated the Eden Gardens pitch as satisfactory despite widespread criticism after India failed to chase 124 vs South Africa, with experts like Anil Kumble and Dale Steyn disagreeing.

The Cricket Standard Desk 03 Jan 2026 4 min read
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Suryakumar Yadav and wife visit Tirumala Temple on Vaikuntha Ekadashi ahead of T20 World Cup

Suryakumar Yadav and wife visit Tirumala Temple on Vaikuntha Ekadashi ahead of T20 World Cup

Suryakumar Yadav and his wife Devisha Shetty visited the Tirumala Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple on Vaikuntha Ekadashi to offer prayers ahead of the New Zealand T20I series and T20 World Cup 2026.

The Cricket Standard Desk 02 Jan 2026 2 min read
BCCI selectors may take U-turn on Mohammed Shami as 2027 World Cup looms: Source

BCCI selectors may take U-turn on Mohammed Shami as 2027 World Cup looms: Source

Mohammed Shami is back on the selectors' radar and could be recalled for the New Zealand ODI series after taking 37 wickets in his last 10 domestic matches, a source told NDTV.

The Cricket Standard Desk 02 Jan 2026 3 min read
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Virat Kohli 25 runs away from shattering Sachin Tendulkar's world record for 28,000 runs

Virat Kohli 25 runs away from shattering Sachin Tendulkar's world record for 28,000 runs

Virat Kohli needs just 25 runs to reach 28,000 international runs and become the fastest batter to the milestone, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's world record ahead of the New Zealand ODI series.

The Cricket Standard Desk 02 Jan 2026 2 min read
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Jasprit Bumrah spotted at nets during Vijay Hazare Trophy as T20 World Cup prep begins

Jasprit Bumrah spotted at nets during Vijay Hazare Trophy as T20 World Cup prep begins

Jasprit Bumrah made a surprise nets appearance in Ahmedabad during a Vijay Hazare Trophy match, beginning preparations for the New Zealand T20I series and the 2026 T20 World Cup.

The Cricket Standard Desk 02 Jan 2026 3 min read
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BCCI official's reality check: Shreyas Iyer's ODI return uncertain, fielding ability to be assessed

BCCI official's reality check: Shreyas Iyer's ODI return uncertain, fielding ability to be assessed

A BCCI official says Shreyas Iyer's participation in the New Zealand ODI series remains uncertain and will depend on his ability to field in a 50-over game after recovering from spleen laceration.

The Cricket Standard Desk 02 Jan 2026 2 min read
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AP Dhillon calls India's Abhishek Sharma on stage during concert, viral moment follows

AP Dhillon calls India's Abhishek Sharma on stage during concert, viral moment follows

Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma went viral after being called on stage by AP Dhillon during a live concert in Jaipur. The singer greeted him with a warm hug, saying "Apna Punjabi munda aaya."

The Cricket Standard Desk 01 Jan 2026 2 min read
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Tom Moody highlights India's "wonderful problem": Too much talent creates selection nightmare

Tom Moody highlights India's "wonderful problem": Too much talent creates selection nightmare

Tom Moody says India's abundance of talent is a wonderful problem but creates a selection nightmare for captains and selectors as the T20 World Cup 2026 approaches.

The Cricket Standard Desk 01 Jan 2026 2 min read
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