Latest News

From waived hostel fees to Rs 5.20 crore: Mangesh Yadav's incredible journey to RCB

From waived hostel fees to Rs 5.20 crore: Mangesh Yadav's incredible journey to RCB

Mangesh Yadav's life changed when RCB bought him for Rs 5.20 crore at the IPL auction. His journey from Borgaon village to IPL stardom is pure inspiration.

The Cricket Standard Desk 25 Dec 2025 7 min read
IPL 2026
BCCI more than doubles match fees for women cricketers and officials in domestic cricket

BCCI more than doubles match fees for women cricketers and officials in domestic cricket

BCCI has more than doubled match fees for women cricketers in domestic cricket, with senior players now earning Rs 50,000-60,000 per day after India's World Cup triumph.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 2 min read
Womens
Abhishek Nayar reveals why KKR paid Rs 25 crore for Cameron Green to replace Andre Russell

Abhishek Nayar reveals why KKR paid Rs 25 crore for Cameron Green to replace Andre Russell

Abhishek Nayar says KKR went all out for Cameron Green because they needed someone to replace Andre Russell and score 500 runs batting in the top three.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 4 min read
IPL 2026
Todd Murphy called up to replace Nathan Lyon for Boxing Day Test as surgery confirmed

Todd Murphy called up to replace Nathan Lyon for Boxing Day Test as surgery confirmed

Todd Murphy has been named in Australia's squad for the Boxing Day Test to replace Nathan Lyon, who will undergo surgery on a torn hamstring and miss an extended period.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 4 min read
International
Geoffrey Boycott demands Brendon McCullum's sacking after England's Ashes humiliation

Geoffrey Boycott demands Brendon McCullum's sacking after England's Ashes humiliation

Geoffrey Boycott has called for Brendon McCullum to be sacked as England coach, saying Bazball has failed after a 3-0 Ashes defeat to Australia.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 3 min read
International
Kevin Pietersen slams England batters after Ashes defeat saying they are not tuned into Test cricket

Kevin Pietersen slams England batters after Ashes defeat saying they are not tuned into Test cricket

Kevin Pietersen says England batters are "not tuned into Test cricket" after their 82-run loss in Adelaide handed Australia the Ashes with a 3-0 lead.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 4 min read
International
Shane Watson hails Abhishek Nayar's cricket knowledge and reveals why KKR paid Rs 25 crore for Cameron Green

Shane Watson hails Abhishek Nayar's cricket knowledge and reveals why KKR paid Rs 25 crore for Cameron Green

Shane Watson calls Abhishek Nayar's cricket knowledge "extraordinary" and explains why KKR invested Rs 25.20 crore in Cameron Green at the IPL auction.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 3 min read
IPL 2026
Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon ruled out of Boxing Day Test after Ashes triumph

Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon ruled out of Boxing Day Test after Ashes triumph

Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon will miss the Boxing Day Test as Australia celebrate retaining the Ashes 3-0, with Lyon undergoing hamstring surgery.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 3 min read
International
Ravichandran Ashwin explains why Ishan Kishan truly earned his T20 World Cup comeback

Ravichandran Ashwin explains why Ishan Kishan truly earned his T20 World Cup comeback

Ravichandran Ashwin says Ishan Kishan’s T20 World Cup recall is a “gift” from cricket, praising his SMAT form, Buchi Babu grind and respect for the game.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 2 min read
World Cup
Rohit Sharma Reveals He Wanted to Quit Cricket After 2023 World Cup Heartbreak

Rohit Sharma Reveals He Wanted to Quit Cricket After 2023 World Cup Heartbreak

Rohit Sharma opens up about wanting to quit cricket after the 2023 World Cup final loss, revealing the emotional toll of India's heartbreaking defeat to Australia.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 2 min read
2023 World Cup Final
Brendon McCullum admits England got Ashes preparations wrong after 3-0 disaster

Brendon McCullum admits England got Ashes preparations wrong after 3-0 disaster

Brendon McCullum conceded England got their Ashes preparations wrong, saying "maybe I didn't get that right" after losing 3-0 to Australia in just 11 days.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 4 min read
International
Jacob Duffy breaks Richard Hadlee record as New Zealand crush West Indies by 323 runs

Jacob Duffy breaks Richard Hadlee record as New Zealand crush West Indies by 323 runs

Jacob Duffy broke Richard Hadlee’s 40-year record and Devon Conway–Tom Latham shattered batting marks as New Zealand beat West Indies by 323 runs to seal the series 2-0.

The Cricket Standard Desk 23 Dec 2025 4 min read
International
Coach Sarfaraz Ahmed slams India U-19 for “unethical conduct” after Pakistan’s Asia Cup final win

Coach Sarfaraz Ahmed slams India U-19 for “unethical conduct” after Pakistan’s Asia Cup final win

After Pakistan crushed India by 191 runs in the U-19 Asia Cup final, coach Sarfaraz Ahmed accused the Indian side of “unethical” behaviour, igniting a fresh rivalry debate.

The Cricket Standard Desk 23 Dec 2025 2 min read
Devon Conway scripts history with double ton and century in same Test

Devon Conway scripts history with double ton and century in same Test

Devon Conway became the first New Zealand batter to score a double century and a century in the same Test, achieving the feat against West Indies.

The Cricket Standard Desk 22 Dec 2025 3 min read
International
Updated WTC standings: Australia stay perfect at top after retaining Ashes 3-0

Updated WTC standings: Australia stay perfect at top after retaining Ashes 3-0

Australia retained the Ashes with an 82-run Adelaide win and maintained their perfect WTC record at 100% PCT, while England dropped to 7th place.

The Cricket Standard Desk 21 Dec 2025 4 min read
International