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In a significant development for West Indies cricket, the Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming two-Test series in India, which is part of the new ICC World Test Championship cycle. The series, which begins on October 2, will be the first away fixture for the team in the new WTC cycle, and their first …

Australia cricket legend Ricky Ponting has firmly denied fabricated quotes attributed to him on social media following the controversial handshake snub between India and Pakistan during their Asia Cup clash on Sunday. The 50-year-old former captain became the target of widespread abuse after false statements were circulated claiming he had criticized India’s behaviour. The controversy erupted when a fake quote …

In a moment that injected high drama into the Asia Cup 2025 clash in Abu Dhabi, Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan delivered not only a pivotal wicket but a charged face-off with the dismissed batter. The incident occurred during the 7th over of Bangladesh’s innings, when Rashid, with a masterful delivery, clean-bowled Saif Hassan. What followed was a piercing, unreadable stare …

An innings-defining century by Sidra Amin propelled Pakistan Women to a commanding total of 255/4 in the first ODI against South Africa Women in Lahore. Opening the batting, Amin anchored the innings with a magnificent, unbeaten 121 from 150 balls, showcasing her class and determination. Her partnership of 147 runs with Muneeba Ali (76) for the second wicket was the …

Seven-time World Cup winner Meg Lanning has offered her expert predictions ahead of the highly anticipated ICC Women’s ODI Cricket World Cup 2025. As a former captain with an unmatched track record of five World Cup triumphs, Lanning’s insights carry significant weight. Speaking to ICC Digital, she provided a candid assessment of the teams with the best chance of lifting …

India’s dominant seven-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 has triggered a wave of criticism from former players, who argue that the contest was far from a high-stakes rivalry. The one-sided nature of the clash, which saw India comfortably chase a modest target, left many experts questioning the quality of the Pakistan team. According to cricket analysts and …

Choosing the finest T20 International batter is a debate that sparks endless discussions among fans, cricketers, and experts alike. With the format producing a host of superstars over the years, narrowing down the list to a single name often feels impossible. From Chris Gayle’s six-hitting prowess to MS Dhoni’s finishing ability, from AB de Villiers’ 360-degree strokeplay to Virat Kohli’s …

India’s dynamic opener Smriti Mandhana has surged to the summit of the ICC Women’s ODI batting rankings, pushing England’s all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt into second place. This achievement follows Mandhana’s swift 58-run cameo off 63 balls, featuring six boundaries and two sixes, in the first ODI against Australia at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium on September 14. Her performance earned …

The world of Indian cricket has always been as much about what happens off the field as it is about the action on it. And once again, Hardik Pandya finds himself at the center of attention—not for his all-round heroics, but for his personal life. After parting ways with Natasa Stankovic in July 2024 and briefly being linked to singer …

Following a dramatic turn of events, as per Cricbuzz reports, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has threatened to boycott their crucial Asia Cup 2025 match against the UAE in Dubai. This unprecedented move stems from a controversial handshake incident involving the Indian team and the actions of match referee Andy Pycroft. Should Pakistan follow through with its threat, it could …