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Former England captain Michael Atherton has strongly criticized the International Cricket Council (ICC) for deliberately scheduling India-Pakistan matches in major ICC tournaments, accusing the governing body of placing commercial interests above sporting integrity. Writing in The Times, Atherton called for a transparent, merit-based fixture process instead of the current practice of frequently arranging high-profile encounters between these rivals. He highlighted …

The opening match of the 2025 Sheffield Shield season between Tasmania and Queensland at Brisbane’s Allan Border Field from October 4 to 7 turned out to be a captivating contest marked by impressive individual performances and a tense finish. Queensland amassed a formidable first innings score of 612, powered by stellar centuries from Marnus Labuschagne (160) and Matt Renshaw (128). …

Australia’s T20I captain Mitchell Marsh has revealed his all-time combined ODI XI featuring players from Australia, India, and England, selecting a star-studded lineup that balances explosive batting with world-class bowling. In a video shared by Fox Cricket on October 7, 2025, Marsh shared his choices while also leaving out several high-profile names, including Rohit Sharma, Ricky Ponting, and MS Dhoni. …

India etched another memorable chapter in their cricketing history by clinching the Asia Cup 2025 title after a thrilling win over Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 28. However, what followed post-match was even more extraordinary. The team chose to celebrate their historic triumph without the actual trophy or winning medals, marking a rare scene in global …

Mumbai turned into a cricketing paradise on Tuesday night as the 27th edition of the CEAT Cricket Rating Awards celebrated some of the finest names in world cricket. The ceremony, attended by cricketers past and present, was packed with emotion, laughter, and recognition for outstanding performances across formats. Yet, amid the galaxy of cricketing stars, it was Rohit Sharma and …

Former South African legend AB de Villiers has backed India’s young sensation Abhishek Sharma to light up the upcoming five-match T20I series in Australia. After an extraordinary Asia Cup 2025 campaign, where Abhishek hammered 314 runs in seven games at a jaw-dropping strike rate of 200, the left-hander has become one of India’s most exciting prospects in the shortest format. …

India cricket’s rising star Yashasvi Jaiswal has taken world cricket by storm over the past few years. The young opener, who has already established himself in India’s Test setup, is known for his fearless batting style and remarkable consistency. But behind the fame and success lies an inspiring tale of sacrifice, struggle, and unbreakable determination that has shaped Jaiswal into …

A pre-Ranji Trophy warm-up match between Maharashtra and Mumbai unexpectedly boiled over recently, as former Mumbai star Prithvi Shaw was involved in a furious on-field altercation. The incident, which saw Shaw allegedly try to strike Mumbai’s Musheer Khan with his bat, has sent shockwaves through the cricketing fraternity, raising questions about player conduct and sportsmanship. Prithvi Shaw’s gritty innings and …

Ireland have announced a revamped Test squad for their upcoming tour of Bangladesh, with five uncapped players earning maiden call-ups. Skipper Andrew Balbirnie will lead the side in what promises to be a crucial series for Ireland’s red-ball development, as the team aims to build depth and resilience following their previous Test defeat to Bangladesh in 2023. New faces headline …

Former India batter Robin Uthappa has weighed in on the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) decision to hand Shubman Gill the ODI captaincy, replacing Rohit Sharma. Calling the move “tactically sound” and “timed wisely,” Uthappa said the selectors were right to prioritize long-term planning over sentiment as India prepares for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Rohit Uthappa …