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"He Deserved Another Chance": Ajinkya Rahane Questions BCCI Over Karun Nair Test Snub

"He Deserved Another Chance": Ajinkya Rahane Questions BCCI Over Karun Nair Test Snub

Ajinkya Rahane has questioned the BCCI's decision to drop Karun Nair from India's Test squad, saying the Karnataka batter deserved more opportunities after his England series.

The Cricket Standard Desk 31 Oct 2025 5 min read
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Tea Before Lunch: Guwahati Test Set to Break 148-Year Cricket Tradition

Tea Before Lunch: Guwahati Test Set to Break 148-Year Cricket Tradition

The India vs South Africa 2nd Test in Guwahati will feature tea before lunch for the first time in Test cricket history, adapting to early sunsets in Northeast India.

The Cricket Standard Desk 31 Oct 2025 5 min read
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Kolkata Knight Riders Appoint Abhishek Nayar as Head Coach: A New Era Begins

Kolkata Knight Riders Appoint Abhishek Nayar as Head Coach: A New Era Begins

Kolkata Knight Riders have appointed Abhishek Nayar as head coach for IPL 2026, replacing Chandrakant Pandit. Nayar has been with KKR since 2018 and will also coach UP Warriorz in WPL.

The Cricket Standard Desk 31 Oct 2025 5 min read
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Mumbai Indians Shut Down Rohit Sharma to KKR Rumors with Epic Social Media Response

Mumbai Indians Shut Down Rohit Sharma to KKR Rumors with Epic Social Media Response

Mumbai Indians have all but confirmed Rohit Sharma will stay with the franchise, dismissing KKR transfer rumors with a witty social media post reading "at (K)night... impossible."

The Cricket Standard Desk 31 Oct 2025 4 min read
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Rishabh Pant Wears Virat Kohli's No. 18 Jersey on Comeback: Why It Sparked Debate

Rishabh Pant Wears Virat Kohli's No. 18 Jersey on Comeback: Why It Sparked Debate

Rishabh Pant wore Virat Kohli's iconic No. 18 jersey on his return to cricket, sparking debate on social media. BCCI clarified India A numbers are not fixed and assigned randomly.

The Cricket Standard Desk 31 Oct 2025 4 min read
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India Head to Melbourne with Confidence After Rain-Marred Canberra Start

India Head to Melbourne with Confidence After Rain-Marred Canberra Start

India head to the MCG for the 2nd T20I against Australia with confidence after Suryakumar Yadav's explosive 39* in the rain-abandoned Canberra opener showcased their attacking intent.

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 3 min read
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Tragedy in Australian Cricket: 17-Year-Old Ben Austin Dies After Being Struck in Nets

Tragedy in Australian Cricket: 17-Year-Old Ben Austin Dies After Being Struck in Nets

Australian teenager Ben Austin has died after being struck on the neck during net practice in Melbourne, sparking renewed debate over cricket safety and neck guard use.

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 4 min read
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India vs Australia Women's World Cup Semifinal: What Happens If Rain Washes Out Match?

India vs Australia Women's World Cup Semifinal: What Happens If Rain Washes Out Match?

Heavy rain threatens India vs Australia Women's World Cup semifinal in Navi Mumbai. If washed out on both days, Australia will qualify for final due to higher league position.

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 4 min read
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Shreyas Iyer Breaks Silence After Horror Injury: "Getting Better Every Passing Day"

Shreyas Iyer Breaks Silence After Horror Injury: "Getting Better Every Passing Day"

Shreyas Iyer posted his first message after suffering a life-threatening spleen injury in Sydney, thanking fans and confirming he is "getting better every passing day."

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 4 min read
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Shreyas Iyer Out of South Africa Series: Two-Month Recovery Confirmed After Spleen Injury

Shreyas Iyer Out of South Africa Series: Two-Month Recovery Confirmed After Spleen Injury

Shreyas Iyer will be out for two months after suffering a spleen laceration in Sydney, missing the South Africa series. BCCI sources say he may return in January 2026.

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 3 min read
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KL Rahul Got Scolded by Rahul Dravid After Century vs Pakistan: Here's Why

KL Rahul Got Scolded by Rahul Dravid After Century vs Pakistan: Here's Why

KL Rahul revealed Rahul Dravid was upset when he turned his back on the dressing room while celebrating his century against Pakistan in the 2023 Asia Cup due to a dream.

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 4 min read
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India A vs South Africa A Live Streaming: When and Where to Watch Rishabh Pant's Return

India A vs South Africa A Live Streaming: When and Where to Watch Rishabh Pant's Return

India A face South Africa A in the 1st unofficial Test from October 30 in Bengaluru. Watch Rishabh Pant's return as captain live on JioHotstar; no TV telecast available.

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 4 min read
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"Harshit Rana Doesn't Fit the Bill Yet": Aakash Chopra Blasts India's Selection vs Australia

"Harshit Rana Doesn't Fit the Bill Yet": Aakash Chopra Blasts India's Selection vs Australia

Aakash Chopra criticized India's decision to drop Arshdeep Singh for Harshit Rana in the 1st T20I vs Australia, saying Rana "doesn't fit the bill yet" as a number eight batter.

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 4 min read
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Ian Bishop to Shafali Verma: "Can't Afford to Think About Pressure" in World Cup Semi-Final

Ian Bishop to Shafali Verma: "Can't Afford to Think About Pressure" in World Cup Semi-Final

Ian Bishop has advised Shafali Verma to focus on opportunity rather than pressure ahead of India's Women's World Cup semi-final against Australia after her unexpected call-up.

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 5 min read
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"Don't Want Him for Too Long": Ravi Shastri Warns Australia About Abhishek Sharma's Chaos Factor

"Don't Want Him for Too Long": Ravi Shastri Warns Australia About Abhishek Sharma's Chaos Factor

Ravi Shastri warned Australia about Abhishek Sharma's explosive potential, calling him a "gun T20 player" who can create chaos if allowed to stay at the crease too long.

The Cricket Standard Desk 30 Oct 2025 3 min read
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