It’s not a secret that Virat Kohli‘s nickname is ‘Cheeku‘, neither is the story behind it. But the batting legend thinks it’s MS Dhoni who made it famous, after which he started getting called out as ‘Cheeku’ by the fans.“They call me ‘Cheeku’ like I am their neighbour or something like that in India,” Virat…
NEW DELHI: Musheer Khan‘s unbeaten century lifted India B to 202 for seven against India A on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy match in Bengaluru on Thursday.India B struggled early under overcast skies, leading India A captain Shubman Gill to choose to bowl first. Musheer, alongside Navdeep Saini, rescued his team from a…
NEW DELHI: In a surprising revelation from his autobiography Playing It My Way, Sachin Tendulkar shared that during a 2003 ICC World Cup match against Sri Lanka in Johannesburg, he batted for 160 minutes with tissue paper inside his underwear. Tendulkar was battling an upset stomach, requiring frequent trips to the dressing room during drink…
NEW DELHI: The duels between Sachin Tendulkar, one of the greatest batsmen in the world, and Shane Warne, one of the best spinners in the world, are iconic moments in cricket history. The rivalry between Tendulkar and Warne reached its peak in 1998, particularly during India’s home series against Australia. These encounters are legendary, showcasing…
NEW DELHI: India captain Rohit Sharma has carved his name into the annals of ODI cricket history with an unmatched achievement – being the only batsman to record three breathtaking double centuries in the format.His remarkable ability to build colossal innings with elegance and flair has left cricket enthusiasts and experts alike in sheer admiration.The…
Rishabh Pant‘s highly anticipated return to red-ball cricket was short-lived, lasting only 10 balls and 15 minutes but Musheer Khan‘s unbeaten century propelled India B to a competitive 202 for seven against India A on the opening day of the four-day Duleep Trophy match in Bengaluru on Thursday. After a modest start and early setbacks,…
NEW DELHI: Brendon McCullum, the Test coach, has expressed his willingness to be evaluated based on the outcomes when he assumes responsibility for England’s white-ball teams as part of a significant leadership restructuring.Since 2022, the New Zealander has breathed new life into England’s Test setup, working alongside captain Ben Stokes. He aims to introduce his…
NEW DELHI: Shabbir Ahmed, a former fast bowler, has stepped down from his position as a regional coach at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). His decision was driven by the deplorable conditions prevalent at the grassroots level of cricket in the country.In his resignation letter, Shabbir, who served as the head coach in the Dera…
NEW DELHI: Sarfaraz Khan‘s celebration after his younger brother, Musheer Khan, scored a vital century in the Duleep Trophy match on Thursday was a heartwarming display of brotherly pride. Musheer’s ton, which anchored India B to a solid 202/7 at stumps on Day 1, was a significant moment for the Khan family. As Musheer reached…
NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli recently provided a positive health update following concerns about his well-being after a viral video showed him struggling to walk.In a new clip, Kambli reassured his fans and well-wishers that he is “fit and fine.” The video, reportedly from a gathering with his schoolmate Ricky Couto and First…
