SYDNEY – Veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has been ruled out of Australia’s Big Bash League (BBL) after undergoing knee surgery, ending his chances of becoming the first Indian international to feature in the popular Twenty20 competition. The 39-year-old, who had signed with Sydney Thunder in September, expressed disappointment over the setback. “I’m gutted to […]
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Injury update: Shreyas Iyer leaves hospital, recovery on track
Indian batsman Shreyas Iyer has been discharged from a Sydney hospital after recovering from injuries sustained in an ODI match. He was injured during the third one-day international against Australia on October 25. The injury affected his abdomen and ribs, requiring immediate medical attention. He was admitted to the hospital and also spent time in […]
Shreyas Iyer recovering after ICU stay; sends message to fans
Indian cricket vice-captain Shreyas Iyer suffered serious rib injuries during fielding in the third ODI against Australia on October 25. He caught a ball but fell, causing internal bleeding that required ICU care. Fans quickly expressed concern for his health after the incident. The injury was serious, forcing Iyer to stay under close medical observation. […]
BCCI urges court to criminalise match-fixing in India
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has asked the Supreme Court to make match-fixing a criminal offence. The board said the move would help protect the game and stop corruption among players and bookmakers. It argued that fixing matches damages the spirit of cricket and shakes public confidence. The petition was filed […]
“Come get it yourself”: PCB Chief claps back at India over Asia Cup trophy
Dubai: Heated moments erupted during the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting as India continued to demand the Asia Cup 2025 trophy. In response, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi told BCCI representatives that the trophy is available—if they really want it, they can come and collect it. The standoff began when Indian cricket board […]
India protests Haris Rauf’s ‘0-6’ gesture to ICC
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has filed an official complaint with the ICC. The complaint targets Pakistani cricketers Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan. BCCI claims the players made provocative gestures during a recent Pakistan-India match. The Indian board sent a formal email along with video evidence to match referee Andy Pycroft. […]
Asia Cup 2025: India-Pakistan match boycotted by BCCI officials
Despite being the official host of Asia Cup 2025, the BCCI is avoiding Sunday’s India-Pakistan match in Dubai. Indian media reports suggest top BCCI officials will not attend the highly anticipated Group A clash. So far, not a single senior BCCI figure has arrived in Dubai. This silence is being viewed as a political statement […]
BCCI clarifies India will play Pakistan in Asia Cup
MUMBAI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) clarified its stance on playing Pakistan in the Asia Cup. The explanation came after questions arose regarding India’s participation in the tournament. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said the board follows the central government’s policy in such matters. He added that India’s current policy does not […]
India cricket loses $43.6M sponsor after online gambling ban
Indian cricket is now searching for a new main sponsor after Dream11 ended its $43.6 million deal. The decision came following India’s recent ban on online gambling, which includes fantasy sports platforms. Dream11 had become the lead sponsor of both the men’s and women’s national cricket teams in July 2023. The company’s logo appeared on […]
Asia Cup 2025 dates out: Pakistan vs India clash set for September 14
The Asia Cup 2025 schedule has been officially announced. The tournament will feature two groups. Pakistan, India, UAE, and Oman are placed in Group A. Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong make up Group B. This setup promises exciting cricket action across both groups. The tournament begins on September 9 with a match between […]