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Harbhajan Singh's sharp reply to Sanjay Manjrekar over ODI format dig at Virat Kohli

Harbhajan Singh's sharp reply to Sanjay Manjrekar over ODI format dig at Virat Kohli

Harbhajan Singh backed Virat Kohli after Sanjay Manjrekar claimed the star batter plays ODIs because the format is easier for top-order batters.

The Cricket Standard Desk 18 Jan 2026 2 min read
India
Death threats for Bangladesh cricketers after Tamim Iqbal called Indian agent

Death threats for Bangladesh cricketers after Tamim Iqbal called Indian agent

Bangladesh cricketers faced death threats and were labelled traitors after boycotting matches to demand removal of BCB director who called Tamim Iqbal an Indian agent.

The Cricket Standard Desk 18 Jan 2026 3 min read
International
India may rethink bowling strategy for series decider vs New Zealand in Indore

India may rethink bowling strategy for series decider vs New Zealand in Indore

India may reassess their bowling combination ahead of the 3rd ODI against New Zealand in Indore after Kuldeep Yadav struggled and Washington Sundar's absence was felt.

The Cricket Standard Desk 18 Jan 2026 3 min read
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Basit Ali drags Virat Kohli into Steve Smith-Babar Azam controversy with shocking claim

Basit Ali drags Virat Kohli into Steve Smith-Babar Azam controversy with shocking claim

Basit Ali defended Steve Smith for denying Babar Azam a single in BBL, saying even Smith's father would've accepted it if Virat Kohli was batting.

The Cricket Standard Desk 18 Jan 2026 3 min read
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KL Rahul visits Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain ahead of India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI

KL Rahul visits Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain ahead of India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI

KL Rahul visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain ahead of the series-deciding 3rd ODI vs New Zealand, joining Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak in seeking blessings.

The Cricket Standard Desk 18 Jan 2026 2 min read
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WPL 2025: Shreyanka Patil's roller-coaster five-for lifts RCB past Gujarat Giants

WPL 2025: Shreyanka Patil's roller-coaster five-for lifts RCB past Gujarat Giants

Shreyanka Patil grabbed 5 for 23 in her maiden WPL five-wicket haul as RCB beat Gujarat Giants by 32 runs, crediting her comeback after 14 months out.

The Cricket Standard Desk 18 Jan 2026 1 min read
Womens
Big blow for Mumbai as Ajinkya Rahane skips remainder of Ranji Trophy league stage

Big blow for Mumbai as Ajinkya Rahane skips remainder of Ranji Trophy league stage

Ajinkya Rahane has withdrawn from Mumbai’s remaining Ranji Trophy league matches due to personal reasons, leaving the 41-time champions without their senior batter.

The Cricket Standard Desk 18 Jan 2026 3 min read
Domestic
When Smith Said No to Babar and Hit the BBL's Most Expensive Over

When Smith Said No to Babar and Hit the BBL's Most Expensive Over

Steve Smith denied Babar Azam a single, then smashed 32 runs in one over during his record-breaking century for Sydney Sixers.

The Cricket Standard Desk 18 Jan 2026 2 min read
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India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI: Where to watch live streaming and telecast for free

India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI: Where to watch live streaming and telecast for free

India face New Zealand in the series-deciding 3rd ODI at Indore on January 18, 2026. Find out how to watch live streaming on Disney+ Hotstar and free telecast on DD Sports.

The Cricket Standard Desk 18 Jan 2026 1 min read
India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI live streaming
Asian Games 2026 cricket schedule unveiled: India to defend titles from September 17

Asian Games 2026 cricket schedule unveiled: India to defend titles from September 17

Cricket at the Asian Games 2026 will run from September 17 to October 3 in Aichi, Japan, with India defending both men's and women's titles in the T20 format.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Jan 2026 2 min read
Womens
Ajinkya Rahane: People think Virat Kohli is arrogant, but it’s just focus

Ajinkya Rahane: People think Virat Kohli is arrogant, but it’s just focus

Ajinkya Rahane has dismissed claims of arrogance against Virat Kohli, saying his intense focus and preparation before a match are signs of dedication, not attitude.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Jan 2026 2 min read
India
Gautam Gambhir brutally slammed over Ayush Badoni's ODI call-up

Gautam Gambhir brutally slammed over Ayush Badoni's ODI call-up

Gautam Gambhir faced heavy criticism on social media after Ayush Badoni was named as Washington Sundar's replacement in India's ODI squad, with fans accusing him of favouritism.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Jan 2026 3 min read
India
Mohammad Kaif slams Gambhir-led team for risking injured Washington Sundar

Mohammad Kaif slams Gambhir-led team for risking injured Washington Sundar

Mohammad Kaif criticised Gautam Gambhir’s management for sending injured Washington Sundar to bat in the first ODI vs New Zealand, drawing parallels to how Shubman Gill was protected in Kolkata Test.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Jan 2026 2 min read
India
Sunil Gavaskar rips into England, calls them "paper tigers" after Ashes debacle

Sunil Gavaskar rips into England, calls them "paper tigers" after Ashes debacle

Sunil Gavaskar branded England “paper tigers” after their 1-4 Ashes defeat, saying Ben Stokes’ side no longer values discipline or accountability under the failed Bazball approach.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Jan 2026 3 min read
International
Mitchell Starc’s emotional reply to Alyssa Healy’s retirement melts hearts

Mitchell Starc’s emotional reply to Alyssa Healy’s retirement melts hearts

Mitchell Starc posted a heartfelt three-word tribute — “Proud of ya” — for wife Alyssa Healy after the legendary wicketkeeper-batter announced her international cricket retirement.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Jan 2026 3 min read
Womens