In a breathtaking display of power hitting, Bihar scripted history on Wednesday by registering the highest-ever team total in List A cricket. Facing Arunachal Pradesh in a Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 clash in Ranchi, the Bihar batters unleashed an unprecedented assault to finish their 50 overs at a staggering 574 for 6. Vaibhav Suryavanshi lights up Ranchi with sizzling knock …

The government on Tuesday sold its 75 percent stakes in the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) for Rs10.1 billion cash to business tycoon Arif Habib-led consortium, marking the completion of the first major privatisation transaction in two decades by offloading the white elephant. The consortium of Arif Habib, Fawad Ahmed Mukhtar, Gohar Ejaz and Aqeel Karim Dhedhi – Pakistan’s renowned businesspersons, …

In a historic display of batting mastery on December 24, 2025, Virat Kohli marked his much-anticipated return to domestic cricket by smashing his 58th List A century. Representing Delhi against Andhra Pradesh in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) 2025-26 in Bengaluru, Kohli proved why he remains the gold standard of the 50-over format. Virat Kohli smashes stunning century in Vijay …

In a thrilling Elite Group C clash of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Mumbai faced Sikkim on December 24, 2025. Sikkim, electing to bat first after winning the toss, posted 236/7 in 50 overs, powered by Ashish Thapa‘s gritty 79 off 87 balls. Mumbai responded with fire, chasing down the target emphatically behind their …

Indian domestic cricket witnessed an extraordinary chapter on Wednesday as explosive batting displays across venues turned the opening round of the 2025–26 Vijay Hazare Trophy into a record-shattering spectacle. Headlining the day was Ishan Kishan, who hammered one of the fastest centuries ever by an Indian in men’s List A cricket, underlining his destructive prowess in the 50-over format. The …

India‘s teenage cricket prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi faced unsportsmanlike jeers from Pakistan fans after a crushing 191-run defeat in the Under-19 Asia Cup final on December 21, 2025, at ICC Academy Dubai. The 14-year-old opener, dismissed for a brisk 26 off 10 balls by Ali Raza, walked off amid boos and viral video clips sparking outrage online. Pakistan posted 347/8, powered …

England captain Ben Stokes has struck a defiant tone in the face of mounting off-field scrutiny, choosing to shield his squad rather than fuel the growing drinking culture narrative. Following a controversial mid-series break in Noosa that sparked debate over professionalism, Stokes made his priorities clear ahead of the high-stakes Boxing Day Test. With England already 3-0 down and the …

The Ashes 2025-26 intensifies with the fourth Test between Australia and England set for December 26 at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, where England trails 3-0 after defeats in Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide. Captain Ben Stokes‘ side faces a must-win scenario to avoid a whitewash, with the MCG expected to host record crowds on a pitch curator Matt Page has …

Former Indian leg-spinner Amit Mishra has firmly dismissed long-standing rumours suggesting MS Dhoni hindered his international career. In a candid interview, Mishra highlighted Dhoni’s pivotal role in his breakthroughs and comebacks, crediting the former captain for consistent backing amid fierce competition from spinners like Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja. The veteran, who featured in 22 Tests, 36 ODIs, and 10 …

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Cryptocurrency has gone from a niche idea to a global tool for business. But behind the scenes, it still takes real work to make digital payments safe, fast, and reliable. Few companies have taken on that challenge with as much focus and discipline as ZixiPay. Founded in 2017 by a small team of engineers and early blockchain investors, ZixiPay has …

Former Pakistan captain and DP World ILT20 commentator Shoaib Malik underlined the league’s growing influence, and the increasing impact of Associate Member nations and UAE players as clear signs of cricket’s widening global footprint. Speaking about DP World ILT20’s unique squad composition rule during a media interaction, he said, “DP World ILT20 brings a lot of flair and has a …

In a landmark decision that promises to redefine the landscape of women’s cricket in India, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a substantial increase in match fees for the domestic women cricketers. This historic move, approved during an Apex Council meeting on December 22, 2024, will see match fees more than double across all categories, …

The aggressive and high-octane ‘Bazball’ era of England cricket has officially hit a wall, following a devastating 3-0 Ashes series defeat that saw Australia retain the urn in just 11 days of play. In the wake of this humiliation, legendary opener Sir Geoffrey Boycott has emerged as the loudest voice calling for an immediate and total overhaul of the team’s …

Rachel Reeves has confirmed that she will deliver an early spring statement on 3 March, as the Treasury moves to restore confidence after a year in which prolonged tax speculation was blamed by businesses for weakening the UK economy. In announcing the date, the Treasury said the chancellor had formally asked the Office for Budget Responsibility to prepare updated forecasts …