December 18 Throwback: When 16-year-old Sachin Tendulkar began his ODI journey — and cricket found a legend | Cricket News

File Pic: Sachin Tendulkar 36 years ago on this day – December 18, 1989, India faced arch-rivals Pakistan at Gujranwala in the second ODI of the four-match series. A 16-year-old boy padded up to play his first limited-over match in India colours.That teenage boy was none other than legendary Sachin Tendulkar, who made his international…

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Ahead of T20 World Cup, Ishan Kishan sends strong message to Gautam Gambhir and India selectors with SMAT performance | Cricket News

Cricketer Ishan Kishan (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak) NEW DELHI: Ishan Kishan delivered a captain’s knock of the highest order, smashing a breathtaking 101 off just 49 balls to power Jharkhand to a dominant total against Haryana in the final of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025 on Thursday. The left-hander’s assault, laced with six fours and…

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IPL 2026: R Ashwin leaves out CSK from his top four, fourth pick comes as surprise | Cricket News

Ravichandran Ashwin (C), Ravindra Jadeja (L) and Vijay Shankar (R) (Photo by Prakash Singh/Getty Images) Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has named his four favourites for the upcoming IPL season, notably leaving out his former franchise Chennai Super Kings. His selections come shortly after the IPL mini-auction held at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi….

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BCCI not responsible for Lucknow T20I ticket refunds, confirms Secretary Devajit Saikia | Cricket News

A view of Ekana Cricket Stadium shrouded in dense fog (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary) NEW DELHI: The BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia has confirmed that the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) will handle refunds for ticket holders after fog and poor visibility led to the abandonment of the fourth T20I between India and South Africa.The match cancellation…

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Alex Carey creates Ashes history, joins elite club as Australia take firm control in Adelaide | Cricket News

Australia’s Alex Carey (AP Photo/James Elsby) Australia’s dominance in the Ashes 2025–26 continued to gather momentum in the third Test at the Adelaide Oval, with the hosts tightening their grip on the contest through a commanding all-round display. Asked to bat first, Australia posted a solid first-innings total of 371, built around a standout effort…

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‘Snicko needs to be sacked’: Mitchell Starc’s on-mic outburst goes viral in Ashes Test | Cricket News

Australia’s Mitchell Starc (AP Photo/Tertius Pickard) Mitchell Starc delivered a blunt verdict on decision-review technology after Snicko once again became the centre of attention during the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, describing it as the “worst technology ever” following a series of controversial calls on Day 2. The debate around Snicko had already been raging…

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Ashes 3rd Test: England’s struggles continue against dominant Australia amidst Snicko controversy | Cricket News

Australia’s Mitchell Starc appeals successfully for the wicket of England’s Joe Root (Image: AP/Tertius Pickard) England finds itself in a precarious position at 213-8 in response to Australia’s first innings total of 371 on day two of the third Ashes Test at Adelaide Oval. Australia, needing only a draw to retain the Ashes after winning…

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‘Protect the match-winner’: Ex-India batter warns on Jasprit Bumrah workload ahead of T20 World Cup | Cricket News

Jasprit Bumrah (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Jasprit Bumrah‘s explosive pace and unorthodox action make him one of world cricket’s most lethal weapons — but they also place an enormous strain on his body, a reality India must manage with care, former international cricketer Robin Uthappa has warned.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE…

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IPL auction: KKR’s mystery pick Daksh Kamra mirrors Varun Chakravarthy, impresses Abhishek Nayar | Cricket News

Coach Sandeep on the left with Daksh Kamra in the middle (Special Arrangement) Ahmedabad: In Varun Chakravarthy, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have the world’s best T20I bowler and a proven performer in the Indian Premier League (IPL). With 100 wickets in 84 IPL matches, Chakravarthy has been a vital cog for KKR in recent years….

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MI Emirates defend 137 to leapfrog Delhi Capitals in ILT20 thriller | Cricket News

Rashid Khan of Mumbai Emirates DUBAI: MI Emirates pulled off a thrilling seven-run win over Dubai Capitals at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday, successfully defending a modest 137/8. Jonny Bairstow’s fluent half-century anchored the innings, while Rashid Khan’s timely double strike turned the match on its head during the chase.The victory lifted MI Emirates…

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