Shubman Gill lost the toss for the seventh time in eight Tests as captain but responded with swagger, saying the only toss he'll win is hopefully in the WTC final. India dominated day one at Eden Gardens.
Jasprit Bumrah claimed his maiden Eden Gardens five-wicket haul, taking 5/27 as South Africa collapsed from 57/0 to 159 all out. The pacer's 16th Test fifer dominated day one in Kolkata.
AM Ghazanfar revealed Hardik Pandya stayed in touch and motivated him during injury recovery. The Afghanistan mystery spinner hopes Mumbai Indians retain him for IPL 2026.
Jasprit Bumrah claimed 5/27 as India bowled out South Africa for 159 on day one at Eden Gardens. The world champions collapsed from 57/0 as India took control of the first Test.
Bangladesh demolished Ireland by an innings and 47 runs in the first Test at Sylhet. Centuries from Mahmudul Hasan Joy and Najmul Hossain Shanto powered the hosts to a dominant four-day victory.
Tim Southee returns to Kolkata Knight Riders as bowling coach for IPL 2026. The New Zealand legend replaces Bharat Arun and joins a revamped coaching setup under Abhishek Nayar.
Kagiso Rabada's availability for the second Test remains uncertain as he undergoes further medical assessments. The South African pacer missed the Eden Gardens opener with a rib injury sustained in training.
South Africa batting coach Ashwell Prince said there will be no discussion about Bumrah and Pant's "bauna" remark directed at Temba Bavuma. The comment sparked online debate about body-shaming.
Lucknow Super Giants face key retention decisions ahead of IPL 2026 after finishing seventh. Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, and Ayush Badoni expected to be retained despite disappointing season.
Shreyas Iyer is doubtful for South Africa ODIs after his oxygen level dropped to 50 following spleen injury in Australia. BCCI won't rush recovery as he needs over a month for full fitness.
Gautam Gambhir explained why Jasprit Bumrah bowled three overs in the powerplay during Asia Cup instead of death overs. The coach called it an aggressive strategy to dominate early.
Sourav Ganguly urged BCCI selectors to recall Mohammed Shami for India across all formats. The CAB president says Shami's fitness and skill remain exceptional despite being ignored for South Africa series.
Gautam Gambhir called dropping Arshdeep Singh and Kuldeep Yadav the toughest part of coaching. He emphasized honest communication while defending selection decisions that sparked criticism.
Security tightened at Arun Jaitley Stadium for Delhi vs J&K Ranji match after Red Fort blast killed nine. DDCA requests additional police deployment for final day of play.
Shreyas Iyer posted his first update since suffering a life-threatening spleen injury in Australia, expressing gratitude for support. His oxygen levels had dropped to 50 during the emergency.
