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Shubman Gill on replacing Rohit Sharma as India ODI captain: "Biggest honour" as he targets 2027 World Cup

Shubman Gill on replacing Rohit Sharma as India ODI captain: "Biggest honour" as he targets 2027 World Cup

Shubman Gill called his ODI captaincy appointment "the biggest honour" after replacing Rohit Sharma. The 26-year-old Test captain now leads in two formats with clear focus on 2027 World Cup glory.

The Cricket Standard Desk 05 Oct 2025 5 min read
Ravindra Jadeja matches MS Dhoni on India’s elite Test six-hitters list; Pant still leads

Ravindra Jadeja matches MS Dhoni on India’s elite Test six-hitters list; Pant still leads

Ravindra Jadeja joined MS Dhoni on India’s Test six-hitters list, trailing only Pant, Sehwag, and Rohit. The rise reflects his evolution from lower-order grit to middle-order force.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Oct 2025 2 min read
Fans recall Virat Kohli’s “five Test centres” call as Ahmedabad crowd stays thin for India vs West Indies

Fans recall Virat Kohli’s “five Test centres” call as Ahmedabad crowd stays thin for India vs West Indies

Low turnout for India vs West Indies in Ahmedabad has fans citing Virat Kohli’s push for fixed Test centres to build tradition, predictability, and weekday attendance.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Oct 2025 3 min read
KL Rahul backed to “surpass his best year” after solid unbeaten 53 vs West Indies

KL Rahul backed to “surpass his best year” after solid unbeaten 53 vs West Indies

Parthiv Patel and Daren Ganga hail KL Rahul’s classical, composed 53* in Ahmedabad, tipping him to top his previous best Test year after a prolific England tour.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Oct 2025 3 min read
Why India declared at the start of Day 3 vs West Indies: conditions call that ended the Test by tea

Why India declared at the start of Day 3 vs West Indies: conditions call that ended the Test by tea

India declared at 448/5 overnight with a 286-run lead to exploit morning movement, compress the Test, and ride Jadeja–Siraj to an innings win by Day 3.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Oct 2025 3 min read
 Ravindra Jadeja didn’t know about Test vice‑captaincy: his candid reaction and India’s plan

Ravindra Jadeja didn’t know about Test vice‑captaincy: his candid reaction and India’s plan

Ravindra Jadeja says he discovered his Test vice‑captaincy on the squad sheet. He calls it “respect” from management and outlines how he’ll support Shubman Gill at home.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Oct 2025 2 min read
Rohit Sharma set for captaincy talks with selectors before Australia ODIs: stability now or early transition?

Rohit Sharma set for captaincy talks with selectors before Australia ODIs: stability now or early transition?

Selectors will discuss ODI captaincy with Rohit Sharma before the Australia series. With limited ODIs this season, the call will balance short-term stability and the 2027 roadmap.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Oct 2025 3 min read
India vs Pakistan: BCCI clarifies handshake stance for Women’s World Cup 2025 clash in Colombo

India vs Pakistan: BCCI clarifies handshake stance for Women’s World Cup 2025 clash in Colombo

Ahead of India vs Pakistan in Colombo, the BCCI signals a regulation‑first approach—no commitment to optional handshakes or photo‑ops, full compliance with cricket’s laws.

The Cricket Standard Desk 03 Oct 2025 1 min read
England allrounder Chris Woakes retires from international cricket ahead of Ashes

England allrounder Chris Woakes retires from international cricket ahead of Ashes

England’s versatile allrounder Chris Woakes retires from international cricket, announcing plans to continue county and franchise cricket. Known for resilience and match-winning performances.

The Cricket Standard Desk 29 Sept 2025 1 min read
BCCI to lodge strong protest with ICC over Mohsin Naqvi's Asia Cup trophy controversy

BCCI to lodge strong protest with ICC over Mohsin Naqvi's Asia Cup trophy controversy

India refused to accept the Asia Cup 2025 trophy from ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi amid geopolitical tensions, leading to Mohsin Naqvi walking out with the trophy. BCCI to protest at ICC.

The Cricket Standard Desk 29 Sept 2025 2 min read
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Team India Celebrates Asia Cup 2025 Victory Empty-Handed as ACC Chief Mohsin Naqvi Leaves with Trophy

Team India Celebrates Asia Cup 2025 Victory Empty-Handed as ACC Chief Mohsin Naqvi Leaves with Trophy

ndia won the Asia Cup 2025 but refused to accept the trophy from ACC Chief Mohsin Naqvi, leading to a historic standoff and Naqvi exiting the stadium with the trophy.

The Cricket Standard Desk 29 Sept 2025 2 min read
 India Denies Asia Cup Trophy from Mohsin Naqvi: A Historic Boycott in Dubai

India Denies Asia Cup Trophy from Mohsin Naqvi: A Historic Boycott in Dubai

In a first-of-its-kind incident, India refused to accept the Asia Cup 2025 trophy from Mohsin Naqvi in Dubai, leading to a delayed and chaotic presentation ceremony.

The Cricket Standard Desk 29 Sept 2025 2 min read
India Not Awarded Asia Cup Trophy After Refusing to Receive It From ACC Chief Mohsin Naqvi: Shocking Scenes at 2025 Final

India Not Awarded Asia Cup Trophy After Refusing to Receive It From ACC Chief Mohsin Naqvi: Shocking Scenes at 2025 Final

India declined to accept the Asia Cup 2025 trophy from ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi due to political tensions. The award ceremony was delayed, and the trophy was not presented on-field.

The Cricket Standard Desk 29 Sept 2025 3 min read
“One of the most special knocks of my life”: Tilak Varma’s match-winning 69 in Asia Cup 2025 final

“One of the most special knocks of my life”: Tilak Varma’s match-winning 69 in Asia Cup 2025 final

Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69 anchored India’s tense chase to Asia Cup glory against Pakistan. He calls it one of the most special knocks of his life.

The Cricket Standard Desk 29 Sept 2025 2 min read
Abhishek Sharma becomes first to 300+ runs in a T20 Asia Cup: records broken and what’s next

Abhishek Sharma becomes first to 300+ runs in a T20 Asia Cup: records broken and what’s next

A 61 vs Sri Lanka took Abhishek Sharma to 309 runs—first ever to 300+ in a T20 Asia Cup—while matching the seven‑game 30+ streak and stacking sub‑25‑ball fifties.

The Cricket Standard Desk 28 Sept 2025 2 min read