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Williamson to miss the Mumbai Test; Fails to recover from injury in time

Kane Williamson fails to recover in time for the third Test against India as he misses the whole series

Mayank Bande

Pietersen slams Pakistan for letting Gary Kirsten leave

Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has blasted Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for letting Gary Kirsten leave from his duties as white-ball coach.

Mohit Khakhar

Why did Gary Kirsten leave Pakistan coaching role?

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali revealed why Gary Kirsten had to leave the Pakistan white-ball coach's job within six months of his appointment.

Mohit Khakhar

Rizwan confident Pakistan can beat Australia on their turf

Pakistan’s new captain Mohammad Rizwan believes his team can finally win in Australia, encouraging unity and resilience in their upcoming series.

Divy Dubey

Maxwell hails Bumrah as the best all-format bowler of all time

Glenn Maxwell praised Jasprit Bumrah, calling him the greatest all-format bowler due to his unique skills and impact across formats.

Divy Dubey

Bangladesh vs South Africa 2nd Test: TV channel and online live stream

As Bangladesh prepares to face South Africa in the second Test, they seek a miracle to secure their first-ever win against the Proteas in Test cricket.

Saurav Goyal

Should India have selected Cheteshwar Pujara for Border Gavaskar Trophy?

MSK Prasad questions Cheteshwar Pujara's exclusion from India's squad for the upcoming Test series against Australia

Saurav Goyal

Ex-chief selector thinks India's spin bowling is declining; Ashwin and Jadeja last of the kind

Former India chief selector thinks that spin bowling in India is declining. Thinks Ashwin and Jadeja are last of the kind.

Mayank Bande

Nitish Reddy opens up on facing his SRH captain Cummins during BGT

Nitish Kumar Reddy who got picked for the Border Gavaskar Trophy opened up about facing his IPL captain, Pat Cummins in Australia

Mayank Bande

Why is Laxman India's coach for the SA T20I tour instead of Gambhir?

VVS Laxman will be travelling with the Indian team to South Africa for the T20I series instead of Gautam Gambhir. Read more about this here.

Mayank Bande

Is Gary Kirsten set to quit as Pakistan's head coach?

Former South Africa cricketer and World Cup winning coach, Gary Kirsten is likely to quit his job with the Pakistan white-ball side.

Mayank Bande

Australia announces T20I squad for Pakistan series: Key players rested

Australia announces their squad for the T20I series against Pakistan. See who made the cut.

Mayank Bande

'If I consider myself a king, everything will fall apart' - Rizwan on PAK captaincy

The newly-elected Pakistan captain has revealed that he wants to be taken as equal, just like his teammates. He has dismissed any desire to be regarded in a higher status by fans.

Mohit Khakhar

Is out of favour Fakhar Zaman most impactful ODI opener right now?

Pakistan have had their struggles with scoring runs up front, with their openers misfiring on most occasions.

Mohit Khakhar

Steve Smith picks Rohit Sharma as his World Test XI opener

In a glowing endorsement, Australian batting star Steve Smith selects Rohit Sharma as his opener for a World Test XI.

Saurav Goyal

'It's not easy and he'll soon learn' - Ravi Shastri defends Gambhir

Ravi Shastri defends Gautam Gambhir, calling for patience as India faces backlash following their first-ever home Test series loss to New Zealand.

Saurav Goyal

Rizwan replaces Babar Azam as Pakistan's new white-ball Captain

Wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has been appointed Pakistan's white-ball captain, taking over from Babar Azam.

Saurav Goyal

Basit Ali slams 'overconfident' India after Test series loss

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali slammed India and called them overconfident after their series loss against New Zealand

Mayank Bande

End of Bazball? Nasser Hussain says Pakistan have found 'Kryptonite'

Former England captain, Nasser Hussain raises concern for discrepancy in England cricket after 1-2 series defeat against Pakistan

Mayank Bande

Indian batsmen who have scored most Test centuries since 2020

Virat Kohli continues to struggle to score big in Test cricket and his form across all formats has taken a major dip in the last four years.

Mayank Bande

Fakhar Zaman dropped from PCB central contract

PCB announced their list of centrally contracted players and Fakhar Zaman, following his tweet for Babar Azam, finds himself out of the list.

Mayank Bande

Babar Azam dropped from Zimbabwe tour but will feature against Australia

The PCB, through a tweet announced their teams for ODIs and T20Is that they will be playing against Zimbabwe and Australia in November and early December.

Mayank Bande

Can Shami still return to Indian team for Australia series?

Mohammed Shami is looking to prove his fitness in the Ranji Trophy to secure a place in India's squad for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Divy Dubey

Five incredible winning streaks in sports history

This article looks at five amazing winning streaks in sports, including India's Test record at home, The Undertaker's WrestleMania streak, and more.

Divy Dubey

How has Rohit Sharma performed with bat as a captain?

As Rohit completes 20 Tests as captain, it's time to analyze his batting performance and how it stacks up against other Indian captains from the past 50 years.

Divy Dubey

Karthik reviews Rohit's captaincy after India's series loss in Pune

Dinesh Karthik said Rohit Sharma's captaincy wasn’t at its best during India's loss to New Zealand in Pune. He noted that Rohit was under pressure and had a tough time both as a captain and batsman.

Divy Dubey

Aakash Chopra feels India might not qualify for WTC final

Aakash Chopra feels India's task of qualifying for the World Test Championship final after losing to New Zealand is difficult.

Divy Dubey

Karthik agrees 'onus of series loss' lies on seniors like Sharma and Kohli

Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik stated that the onus of the series loss at home lies on the senior cricketers of the Indian team.

Mohit Khakhar

Pakistani fans brutally mock Indians on social media after series loss at home

Pakistan fans enjoyed Indian fans' misery after Rohit Sharma and Co. lost a Test series at home for the first time in 12 years against New Zealand on Saturday.

Mohit Khakhar

Manjrekar finds positive in India's Test series loss at home

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has tried to find pride in defeat, as Men in Blue go down to New Zealand for the first time ever in red-ball cricket.

Mohit Khakhar

MS Dhoni drops a hint of playing another 'few' seasons of the IPL

Former India and CSK skipper, MS Dhoni has dropped big hints of playing IPL for another few years in the latest promotional event. Read more here.

Mayank Bande

Ramiz Raja takes shot at Shan Masood after Pakistan's series win

Following Pakistan's 2-1 series victory over England, Ramiz Raja humorously quizzed captain Shan Masood about his team's previous six consecutive losses.

Saurav Goyal

How experienced is the Indian team compared to New Zealand?

India faces an unexpected defeat against New Zealand, ending an 11-year home unbeaten streak.

Saurav Goyal

VIDEO: Frustrated Kohli smashes ice box with bat

Virat Kohli vented his frustration by striking an ice box after being dismissed for just 12 runs in India's series-losing defeat to New Zealand in Pune.

Saurav Goyal

'Too early to think about WTC final' - Sharma unfazed by series loss at home

After India's first home Test series loss in 12 years, captain Rohit Sharma emphasized there's no need to panic, outlining India's focus on improving key areas.

Saurav Goyal

Fans mock 'Gambhir Era' as India lose first home Test series in 12 years

India's 12-year unbeaten home Test record came crashing down after a 2-0 series defeat to New Zealand.

Saurav Goyal

How has Virat Kohli performed in international cricket in 2024?

Let's take a look at Virat Kohli's performance in international cricket in 2024 so far.

Divy Dubey

Can Pakistan reach WTC 2025 final? Exploring the team's chances

Pakistan's hopes of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final in 2025 are now under scrutiny. Let's examine the team's prospects and their chances in reaching the WTC final.

Divy Dubey

IND vs NZ Test series: How many WTC points are on the line?

Discover the potential outcomes of the India vs. New Zealand Test series and how each scenario could reshape the World Test Championship standings for both teams.

Saurav Goyal

Have New Zealand ever won a Test series in India?

New Zealand bagged their first-ever Test series win in India, thanks to strong performances from Mitchell Santner and Tom Latham.

Divy Dubey

IND vs NZ 2nd Test Live updates as New Zealand seal historic series win

Following a defeat in the 1st Test at Bengaluru, the Indian team led by captain Rohit Sharma failed to bounce back and level the series against New Zealand, in Pune.

Divy Dubey

When was the last time Pakistan won a Test series at home?

Pakistan won a Test series at home after a long wait of 44 months, defeating England 2-1. Their last home series victory was against South Africa in February 2021.

Divy Dubey

McCullum praises Shakeel's performance against ENG series

Saud Shakeel's steady batting helped Pakistan win the Test series against England 2-1. His impressive innings earned praise from Brendon McCullum.

Divy Dubey

Stokes continues to struggle in the sub-continent; Check his record in Asia here

Ben Stokes got dismissed for 12(22) in Rawalpindi in the third Test of the series against Pakistan in the series decider. As he continues to struggle in the Asian conditions, let's see his record in Asia.

Mayank Bande

How often has India's lower-order rescued team from collapses in Tests?

Indian batters have been at the wrong end of batting collapses in recent Test matches and in particular during the ongoing Test series against New Zealand. TSN looks at the team's lower-order's rescue acts in recent years.

Mayank Bande

When did Pakistan last win a Test series against England?

As Pakistan and England clash in the decisive third Test at Rawalpindi, can Shan Masood and his team break almost a decade-long winless streak against the English?

Saurav Goyal

What is Shan Masood's Test captaincy record for Pakistan?

Pakistan batter Shan Masood replaced Babar Azam as the Test captain, after the fiasco at the ODI World Cup 2023.

Mohit Khakhar

Is New Zealand Jasprit Bumrah's kryptonite?

As Bumrah finishes the second Test against New Zealand wicketless, the numbers suggest that the Kiwis deal well against Jasprit Bumrah. Check here.

Mayank Bande

What is Rohit Sharma's Test record at Pune's MCA Stadium?

As India gets ready for this important game, let's take a closer look at Rohit Sharma’s Test record at the MCA Stadium in Pune.

Divy Dubey

Does Dhoni know about 'Thala for a reason' memes?

MS Dhoni speaks about the 'Thala for a reason' memes and appreciates his fans for all the love they show on social media.

Mayank Bande

Where to watch Women's Big Bash League 2024 from India?

Here is how fans in India can catch hold of all the action happening Down Under at the Women's Big Bash League 2024 from the comfort of their homes.

Mohit Khakhar

Shami uploads bowling video after BGT omission

India pacer Mohammad Shami has uploaded a bowling video on X, displaying his return to full fitness ahead of the upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25.

Mohit Khakhar

India squad for Australia Tests: Kuldeep & Axar dropped, Nitish in

The BCCI have announced the India squad for the upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.

Mohit Khakhar

India squad for SA T20Is: Vyshakh and Ramandeep IN, Parag OUT

Here is the complete Indian squad that will tour South Africa for the four-match T20I series, starting November 08, 2024. The opener will be hosted at the Kingsmead in Durban.

Mohit Khakhar

Photo of Sachin playing Ranji Trophy goes viral after India collapse

A photo of Sachin Tendulkar playing Ranji at 40 has gone viral, sparking debate on the need for India's senior players to play domestic cricket. Critics say limited domestic exposure may have led to struggles against New Zealand’s spinners.

Divy Dubey

Top 10 highest successful 4th innings run chases in Tests in India

What is the highest a team has scored in the 4th innings to win a Test match in India?

Rahul Iyer

'This is Aqib Ball' - Rizwan taunts English batters

Mohammed Rizwan taunted England’s Harry Brook by crediting Pakistan’s spin-friendly pitch to Aqib Javed’s strategy, which has given Pakistan an edge in the Rawalpindi Test.

Divy Dubey

Should Kohli have played domestic cricket? Kumble explains

Anil Kumble suggested that domestic match practice might have better prepared Virat Kohli against spin in Tests. He noted Kohli’s recent struggles and tough pitch conditions contributing to his dismissals.

Divy Dubey

When did India last chase a 200+ target in India in Tests?

New Zealand have taken a lead of over 200 runs in the fourth innings of the 2nd Test at Pune against India. TSN takes a look at all Tests where India have chased 200+ and their results.

Saino Zachariah

Simon Doull exposes Indian batting's real ability against spin

India got bowled over by New Zealand for 156 runs. Simon Doull gives a hard reality check as Indian batting suffers against spin

Mayank Bande

'Worse performance than 46/10'- Ian Smith slams India's batting at Pune

Ian Smith slams India for the shot selection on the dismissals in Pune after Santner runs through the Indian batting

Mayank Bande

SIX Ducks in a row; Western Australia loses 8 wickets for 1 run

Western Australia suffers a shocking collapse against Tasmania in Australia's One Day Cup

Mayank Bande

Shreyas Iyer eyes a Test comeback; Talks about the upcoming BGT series

Indian middle order batter, Shreyas Iyer talks about his desire for a Test comeback and wanting to leave a mark in the format in the upcoming opportunities.

Mayank Bande

Has India struggled against spin in Tests at home recently?

Indian batters have struggled against spin in recent Tests at home, with a significant drop in their averages since 2021.

Divy Dubey

Pat Cummins picks the worse BGT loss at home as India tries to make it three in three

Australian captain, Pat Cummins talks about the worst BGT loss at home and excuses for missing star all-rounder, Cameron Green.

Mayank Bande

Jason Gillespie confident of Babar Azam's comeback in all formats

Pakistan's Test coach Jason Gillespie has backed star batter Babar Azam to make a strong comeback after a slump in form.

Mohit Khakhar

Sri Lanka vs West Indies 3rd ODI: How to watch from India

Here is how fans in India can tune in to the live action from the 3rd ODI between Sri Lanka vs West Indies.

Mohit Khakhar

Johnson issues warning to Smith ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Mitchell Johnson warned Steve Smith against taking anything for granted after his recent struggles in Sheffield Shield cricket.

Saurav Goyal

WATCH: Pant's hilarious reaction after instruction to Sundar goes wrong

Indian wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant's hilarious reaction from behind the stumps has gone viral at the end of the first day's play in Pune.

Mohit Khakhar

Aakash Chopra highlights major flaw in Rohit Sharma's batting

Rohit Sharma's struggles in Test cricket continue as Aakash Chopra points out a recurring technical flaw in the Indian captain's batting.

Saurav Goyal

Johnson opposes Warner's comeback from retirement

As David Warner hinted at a potential return for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, his former colleague Mitchell Johnson raised concerns about bringing back retired players to an ageing Australian team.

Saurav Goyal

MCA secretary apologises to fans for shortage of drinking water at Pune Stadium

Amid soaring temperatures at the Pune Test, a water shortage left fans frustrated, prompting the MCA secretary to issue an apology.

Saurav Goyal

Which bowler has dismissed Sharma the most times in international cricket?

Tim Southee bowled Rohit Sharma for a duck in Pune, marking the 14th time he has dismissed the Indian captain.

Saurav Goyal

'Manifested it to happen' - Sundar opens up after starring with 7-fer

Washington Sundar returned to the Indian Test side for the first time since March 2021 and got his career's best bowling figures with 7/59 against New Zealand.

Mayank Bande

R Ashwin leads WTC charts: Most wickets in WTC

India's lead spinner, Ravichandran Ashwin goes past his contemporary, Nathan Lyon the charts for the most wickets in the World Test Championship. Check the top wicket-takers here.

Mayank Bande

ABD warns Pant about SENA challenges in reply to 'Test cricket is easier' comment

AB de Villiers warned Rishabh Pant that playing Test cricket in tough countries is not easy, despite Pant saying he finds it easier than other formats.

Divy Dubey

Rizwan trolls ENG's batters as PAK spinners shine in Rawalpindi Test

Pakistan spinners took five wickets for 110 runs against England in the first session of the third Test. Wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan jokingly said, "No more Bazball," highlighting England's struggles against spin.

Divy Dubey

Gavaskar criticizes Rohit for defensive field tactics in 2nd Test vs NZ

Sunil Gavaskar criticized Rohit Sharma for his defensive field placements during the second Test against New Zealand. He pointed out that placing fielders at long on and long off too early is a negative tactic.

Divy Dubey

'Bit of panic' - Gavaskar questions IND's changes for Pune Test vs NZ

Sunil Gavaskar is surprised by India's decision to make three changes for the Pune Test against New Zealand, especially Washington Sundar's inclusion. He believes the team might be panicking after the Bengaluru loss.

Divy Dubey

Explained: Why Rahul, Siraj, Kuldeep have been dropped for 2nd Test against NZ

India made three changes for the 2nd Test against New Zealand, dropping KL Rahul, Siraj, and Kuldeep Yadav. Shubman Gill, Akash Deep, and Washington Sundar have replaced them.

Divy Dubey

Angry Shreyas Iyer loses his cool on X as he refutes injury news

India star Shreyas Iyer lost his cool over a social media post that claimed that the player will miss Mumbai's upcoming Ranji Trophy match due to injury.

Mohit Khakhar

Sikandar Raza breaks Rohit's record of fastest T20I century

Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza broke Rohit Sharma's record to register the fastest T20I hundred among ICC full-member nations.

Mohit Khakhar

Does England spinner Rehan Ahmed's father support Pakistan?

English spinner Rehan Ahmed revealed that his father was supporting Pakistan during the first Test match of the ongoing three-match series.

Mohit Khakhar

Labuschagne flabbergasted by Warner's desire to stage a comeback

Marnus Labuschagne reacts to David Warner's surprising comments about reversing his retirement.

Saurav Goyal

McCullum vs Stokes: England coach and captain face-off in six-hitting showdown

Ahead of the Rawalpindi Test, England's captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum took part in a thrilling six-hitting competition. Find out who came out on top!

Saurav Goyal

Will Jasprit Bumrah be rested after the second NZ Test?

With the Australia series on the horizon, Gautam Gambhir discusses managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload after the second Test against New Zealand.

Saurav Goyal

Gillespie opens up on new 'match day strategist' role in Pakistan team

Jason Gillespie opens up about his evolving role in Pakistan cricket, confirming he is no longer part of the selection process and is now focused solely on match-day strategy.

Saurav Goyal

PAK vs ENG 3rd Test: Lineups, H2H, betting odds

Ahead of the game, let's take a look at expected lineups, head -to-head in Tests, match's prediction, and betting odds for the third Test match between Pakistan and England.

Divy Dubey

PAK vs ENG 3rd Test: How to watch from India

Let’s take a look at how fans in India can catch the live action of the third Pakistan vs England Test from Rawalpindi.

Divy Dubey

Who will MI retain and target in IPL 2025 mega auction?

With the IPL 2025 mega auction approaching, all eyes are on Mumbai Indians' retention strategy. Here's a detailed look at MI's potential retentions and targets.

Saurav Goyal

How has Virat Kohli performed in Pune Tests?

India takes on New Zealand in the second Test of the series in Pune. See how the Indian star, Virat Kohli has performed in Pune Test so far.

Mayank Bande

Gautam Gambhir backs KL Rahul amid criticism over batter's performances

Gautam Gambhir backed KL Rahul in a display of trust on the batter despite criticisms on social media for poor performances.

Mayank Bande

Is Rishabh Pant fit for the 2nd Test? Gautam Gambhir provides injury update

During the first Test, Rishabh Pant got hit on the knee while keeping during Ravindra Jadeja's bowling. Coach Gautam Gambhir has provided an injury update over his availability for the second Test.

Mayank Bande

Brett Lee urges BCCI to pick Mayank Yadav for Border Gavaskar Trophy

Former Australian pacer and great urges India to include Mayank Yadav in the Border Gavaskar Trophy squad in case of Shami's unavailability

Mayank Bande

Will LSG release KL Rahul? Reports suggest a move away for the LSG captain

According to the latest reports, Lucknow Super Giants is set to end their association with their captain, KL Rahul. Read more here.

Mayank Bande

IPL 2025 auction rumours: Latest news, reports and trade rumours

Here are all the latest news, updates, retention and trade rumours ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction.

Saurav Goyal

IND vs NZ: 2nd Test: Expected lineups, H2H, predictions & betting odds

Ahead of the second Test match in Pune, The Sporting News takes a look at head-to-head in Tests, expected lineups, match's prediction and the latest betting odds for the game between India and New Zealand.

Divy Dubey

Should India bench out of form Siraj in second Test?

Mohmmad Siraj has continued to struggle with performances in recent times and Akash Deep on the other hand has taken his opportunities with both his hands.

Mayank Bande

India vs New Zealand 2nd Test: TV channel & Live stream

India will face New Zealand in the second Test at Pune to bounce back into the series after losing in Bengaluru. Here's how you can watch the match in India.

Mayank Bande

Former Australian bowler backs MI's decision to pick Pandya as captain over Rohit

Brad Hogg felt that Mumbai Indians took the correct step by replacing Rohit Sharma as captain of the side last season as they appointed Hardik Pandya.

Mayank Bande

Will MI sign Rashid Khan ahead of IPL 2025?

As per the latest reports, five-time Indian Premier League champions Mumbai Indians are keen on signing Rashid Khan ahead of the mega auction for IPL 2025

Mayank Bande

Pat Cummins shows support for Telugu Titans in PKL

SRH captain Pat Cummins dons the Telugu Titans jersey, expressing his loyalty to Hyderabad beyond cricket.

Saurav Goyal

Hogg points out major flaw in Sarfaraz Khan's batting

Former Australian spinner Brad Hogg has expressed his concern over Sarfaraz Khan's batting ahead of the much-anticipated Border Gavaskar Trophy.

Mayank Bande

Will Pakistan field three spinners in Rawalpindi? Shakeel reveals plan

With the series on the line, vice-captain Saud Shakeel discusses Pakistan's strategy to potentially use a spin-heavy attack in the third Test against England in Rawalpindi.

Saurav Goyal

Chandrababu Naidu picks Kohli over Dhoni as his favorite cricketer

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu has revealed his favorite cricketer during a recent interview, expressing his admiration for Virat Kohli over the legendary MS Dhoni

Saurav Goyal

Is David Warner coming out of retirement?

Australia’s retired opener David Warner has dropped a bombshell, revealing he’s ready to reverse his Test retirement if needed for the upcoming series against India.

Saurav Goyal

Why did India pick Sundar for the NZ Tests?

Indian team called up Washington Sundar for the remainder of the Test series. See the possible reasons for the TN all-rounder's inclusion.

Mayank Bande

England's XI for 3rd Test vs Pakistan: Leg spinner Rehan Ahmed returns

England's playing XI for the third Test against Pakistan, sees wrist spinner Rehan Ahmed return to play on a dry Rawalpindi pitch. Fast bowler Gus Atkinson has been included as well, with Brydon Carse and Matthews Potts being rested.

Saino Zachariah

Rawalpindi pitch: Average scores, most runs and wickets for PAK vs ENG 3rd Test

Ahead of the third Test match between Pakistan and England at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, The Sporting News takes a look at the pitch report and previous records at this venue.

Divy Dubey

Hockey, wrestling excluded from 2026 CWG: Setback for India’s medal hopes?

Key sports like cricket, hockey, and wrestling are excluded from the 2026 Commonwealth Games, hurting India's medal chances. This could greatly impact India’s performance in Glasgow.

Divy Dubey

'No reason to panic' - Former India cricketer defends KL Rahul's spot in Test XI

India faces a crucial second Test against New Zealand, starting on October 24 in Pune. While Rahul’s form is a concern, Raju’s support suggests that the team should give him one more chance to prove himself.

Divy Dubey

Why was Prithvi Shaw dropped from Mumbai's Ranji Trophy squad?

Prithvi Shaw was dropped from Mumbai's Ranji squad due to concerns over his fitness and irregular practice attendance. The selectors hope this decision will push him to improve his discipline.

Divy Dubey

Kane Williamson to miss 2nd Test against IND

Kane Williamson has been ruled out of the second Test against India as he continues recovering from a groin injury. His availability for the third Test remains uncertain.

Divy Dubey

Samson opens up Pandya's no-look upper cut against Bangladesh

Indian opener Sanju Samson spoke about Hardik Pandya's unorthodox batting style in a recent interview after the Bangladesh series.

Mohit Khakhar

Sarfaraz announces birth of his first child

Indian middle-order batter Sarfaraz Khan has announced the birth of his first child, days after scoring his maiden Test ton for India.

Mohit Khakhar

IND v NZ, 2nd Test: MCA Stadium pitch report and records

India will be facing New Zealand in the second Test of the three-match series in Pune. Here's all you need to know about the venue - Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.

Mohit Khakhar

Rohit Sharma's on-field conversations with team-mates caught on stump mic

Team India captain Rohit Sharma's conversations were recorded on the stump mic during India's first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru.

Mohit Khakhar

How many Test matches have been held in Pune?

Discover India's performance at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, where they've faced both triumph and defeat in Test cricket, with just two matches played since its inauguration.

Saurav Goyal

Atherton takes jibe at Virat Kohli's 'glittering CV'

In a sharp critique following India's embarrassing loss to New Zealand, Michael Atherton highlights how Virat Kohli's illustrious career is now marked by two of India's three lowest Test scores.

Saurav Goyal

Did Rohit drop Sanju from T20 World Cup final playing XI?

Sanju Samson revealed that he was initially named in India's starting lineup in the 2024 T20 World Cup final.

Ritabrata Banerjee

'Bumrah does not have a good bowling partner' - Basit Ali's veiled dig at Siraj

Following India's 8-wicket defeat to New Zealand, former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali highlights a critical weakness in the Indian bowling attack, questioning Mohammed Siraj's effectiveness alongside Jasprit Bumrah.

Saurav Goyal

Former BCCI selector believes Pant’s injury has transformed him

Rishabh Pant’s 2022 car accident gave him time to reflect and grow as a cricketer. Former selector MSK Prasad believes Pant has emerged as a more responsible player since his recovery.

Saurav Goyal

Shami eyeing Ranji Trophy comeback ahead of Australia series

India pacer Mohammad Shami, now fully fit after injury setbacks, aims to prove his match readiness by playing domestic cricket ahead of the Australia Test series.

Saurav Goyal

IND vs NZ Tests: Will Pune be a rank-turner or batting paradise?

New Zealand defeated India in the first Test in Bengaluru by 8 wickets to take the lead in the series. Let us see if India goes back to preparing rank-turner in Pune.

Mayank Bande

When was the last time Pune hosted a Test match?

India will soon face New Zealand in the second Test at Pune. Let's take a look at the last time Pune hosted a Test match, who played in it, and what happened in the game.

Divy Dubey

Former UK PM calls Virat Kohli an 'extraordinary leader'

During an NDTV World Summit discussion, United Kingdom's former PM David Cameron praised Virat Kohli's leadership skills during his time as Team India's captain

Saino Zachariah

Shakib's withdrawal from farewell Test explained

Shakib Al Hasan chose not to play his farewell Test against South Africa due to safety concerns amid political unrest in Bangladesh. His withdrawal has sparked protests and discussions among fans and supporters.

Divy Dubey

List of Indian venues that hosted Test matches

India has hosted Test matches in many stadiums since 1933. This article lists all the venues and their match records.

Divy Dubey

NZ v SA: Who won the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Final?

South Africa and New Zealand faced off in Dubai to be crowned as the first-time T20 World Cups champions. See the match summary here.

Mayank Bande

2024 Women's T20 World Cup: Revised schedule, fixtures, and match times

The revised fixture of the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup are out and all the matches will be held in Dubai and Sharjah.

Ritabrata Banerjee

How to buy the tickets for the IND v NZ 2nd Test in Pune? What are the ticket prives

India and New Zealand will face off against each other in the second Test at Pune following New Zealand's historic win in Bengaluru. Here's how to buy the tickets for the 2nd Test.

Mayank Bande

Where to watch BAN v SA 1st Test in Mirpur in India?

Bangladesh will be hosting South Africa in a two-match Test series starting in Mirpur on October 21. Here's how to watch the match in India.

Mayank Bande

Virender Sehwag urges Babar Azam to focus on domestic cricket

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag advises Babar Azam to return to domestic cricket to regain his form and mental strength following his recent omission from Pakistan's Test squad.

Saurav Goyal

Washington Sundar makes return to India squad for 2nd, 3rd Tests vs NZ

Tamil Nadu star all-rounder has made a return to India's Test squad after he was called up for the 2nd and 3rd Tests of the New Zealand series at Pune and Mumbai.

Saino Zachariah

Will Rishabh Pant miss 2nd Test against NZ?

Rohit Sharma gave an important update regarding Rishabh Pant after he suffered a knee injury during the first Test against New Zealand

Saurav Goyal

How many home Test matches did Kohli lose as a captain?

India's recent home Test defeat to New Zealand has sparked intense discussions about the contrasting captaincy records of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Saurav Goyal

'Going to give migraines to Australian bowlers' - Manjrekar on Sarfaraz

Sanjay Manjrekar believes Sarfaraz Khan's strong performance against New Zealand proves he is ready for Australia's bowling attack.

Divy Dubey

Rohit Sharma brutally called 'clueless' after India's loss in Bengaluru

India suffered their third home Test loss in less than two years, with fans criticizing Rohit Sharma's captaincy after an embarrassing defeat to New Zealand.

Saurav Goyal

Rachin Ravindra credits preparation in Chennai for success against India

Rachin Ravindra's impressive performance, including a match-winning knock of 134, helped New Zealand secure their first Test victory on Indian soil in 35 years.

Saurav Goyal

Rohit Sharma determined to bounce back after Bengaluru Test loss

Rohit Sharma is confident India will recover after their first Test defeat against New Zealand. He praised Sarfaraz Khan and Rishabh Pant's efforts and is focused on the remaining two Tests.

Divy Dubey

How have New Zealand performed in Test matches in India?

New Zealand are set to tour India for a three-match Test series as a part of the ongoing 2023-25 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle.

Mohit Khakhar

Head reveals why he missed Pakistan tour as he focuses on India series

Travis Head is on paternity leave to spend time with his family before the Test series against India. He believes this break will help him prepare for the upcoming matches.

Divy Dubey

When was the last time New Zealand won a Test match in India?

New Zealand last won a Test match in India in 1988. As the Black Caps gear up for another series in India, it’s worth revisiting that historic win and how they managed to defeat India on their home soil.

Divy Dubey

IND vs NZ 1st Test: Black Caps win first Test match in India in 36 years

The Indian team led by captain Rohit Sharma will now look to dominate the visitors New Zealand at home in the 1st test at Bengaluru.

Divy Dubey

When was the last time India lost a Test match at home?

India has been dominant in Test cricket at home for over a decade, making defeats on their turf extremely rare. However, India suffered a rare home defeat against England in 2024.

Saurav Goyal

Has New Zealand ever won a Test series in India?

New Zealand has struggled in Test cricket on Indian soil, with only 2 wins in 36 matches. Explore their full win-loss record and performance history as they gear up for another series in India

Saurav Goyal

Iyer eyes Test comeback after Ranji century amid Rahul's poor form

Shreyas Iyer scored a century in the Ranji Trophy and sent a message to the BCCI about his readiness for a Test comeback. He also addressed concerns about his past injuries and fitness.

Divy Dubey

WATCH: Fan urges Rohit to join RCB

A fan at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium urged Rohit Sharma to join RCB during the India vs New Zealand Test. The video went viral, sparking rumours about Rohit's IPL future.

Divy Dubey

Can India defend 107 against NZ at the Chinnaswamy stadium?

Team India have their backs against the wall, with a minimal target of 107 runs to defend in the first Test against New Zealand.

Mohit Khakhar

Top 10 lowest total successfully defended by India in Tests

India is defending 107 runs against New Zealand in the Bengaluru Test. The article lists India's 10 smallest targets successfully defended in Test cricket history.

Divy Dubey

2024 Emerging Teams Asia Cup: How to watch from IND

Amid the ongoing tournament, The Sporting News takes a look at how you can watch the 2024 Emerging Teams Asia Cup in India.

Divy Dubey

Did Babar request flat pitches against AUS?

A podcast claim suggests Ramiz Raja admitted Babar Azam requested flat pitches for the 2022 Australia series. This has sparked discussions on Pakistan's strategy during the series.

Divy Dubey

Is KL Rahul’s place in IND's Test team in doubt?

KL Rahul’s spot in India’s Test team is under pressure due to Sarfaraz Khan’s recent strong performances, including a century. Rahul’s form remains inconsistent, raising questions about his selection for the upcoming Australia series.

Divy Dubey

SA vs NZ Women's T20 WC 2024 final: TV channel, live stream and how to watch

South Africa and New Zealand will lock horns in the final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup and here's how you can watch the match.

Ritabrata Banerjee

Pant gets out on 99, Indian batters dismissed on 99 listed

Rishabh Pant was dismissed on 99 in the first Test against New Zealand, adding to the list of Indian batsmen who have been out on 99. His gritty knock helped India recover.

Divy Dubey

Will it rain in Bengaluru on Day 5? Latest weather report for IND vs NZ Test

The first Test of the three-match IND vs NZ series will be hosted at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru from October 16 to October 20. Here is the Bengaluru weather report for all five days of the Test match.

Mohit Khakhar

How many times has Pant got out in the 90s in Tests?

Rishabh Pant failed to get a century in the first Test against New Zealand after being dismissed for 99 runs.

Ritabrata Banerjee

2024 Women's T20 World Cup final: Venue, date and schedule

South Africa and New Zealand will lock horns in the final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup and here's the schedule and venue details.

Mayank Bande

Shreyas Iyer slams a ton: Is he knocking the selectors doors?

Shreyas Iyer scored a century against Maharashtra in the Ranji Trophy on Saturday.

Mayank Bande

Manjrekar's bizarre reaction as Sarfaraz hits first Test hundred

Sarfaraz Khan scored his maiden Test century in Bengaluru against New Zealand and fellow Mumbaikar and former Indian batter Sanjay Manjrekar came up with a bizarre reaction on Twitter. See how he reacted.

Mayank Bande

Fans react to Sarfaraz Khan's incredible maiden Test hundred

Sarfaraz Khan scored his maiden Test century as India played New Zealand in Bengaluru and the fans couldn't have been happier. See the reactions here.

Mayank Bande

Amir blasts Babar critics after Pakistan's win over England

Pakistan won their first Test at home after dropping Babar Azam from the second Test against England and Amir has stood by Babar as fans troll him after the win

Mayank Bande

Rizwan set to be named PAK white ball captain

Pakistan Cricket Board are set to replace Babar Azam to lead Pakistan in the shorter formats.

Mohit Khakhar

PCB to India: Play in Pakistan, stay in Chandigarh

With doubts surrounding India’s participation in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the PCB has offered a unique solution, allowing Team India to travel back to Chandigarh after each game to address security worries.

Saurav Goyal

Will Rishabh Pant bat in the 2nd innings vs NZ?

After being sidelined with a knee injury, Rishabh Pant is likely to bat in the 2nd innings of India's Test against New Zealand. Find out the latest updates on his fitness and what this means for India's chances.

Saurav Goyal

Should Pakistan play future home Tests in spin pitches?

Following Pakistan's impressive win in the Multan Test against England, courtesy of 20 wickets by Sajid Khan and Noman Ali, Shan Masood was asked if the team should consider going ahead with spin-friendly pitches.

Saino Zachariah

List of India's inning losses in Tests detailed

What is India's biggest defeat by innings in Test cricket? List of all Men in Blue's inning losses in Tests detailed

Saurav Goyal

Shan Masood hypes Babar's replacement, Ghulam after Multan Test win

Pakistan captain Shan Masood praises Kamran Ghulam's debut century, highlighting the pressure of replacing Babar Azam.

Saurav Goyal

Shahid Afridi hails Pakistan's long-awaited Test victory at home

Shahid Afridi praises Pakistan’s bold spin-heavy strategy after their thrilling 152-run victory, ending an 11-match winless streak at home.

Saurav Goyal

List of biggest first innings leads against India in Tests in India detailed

Courtesy of a Rachin Ravindra century and Tim Southee's fifty on Day 3, New Zealand managed to take a first innings lead of 356 runs against India in the first Test at Bengaluru.

Saino Zachariah

'Need performances not PR': Hafeez appears to take dig at Babar after PAK win

Pakistan finally ended their wait for a home Test win after 3 years 8 months and former director of cricket takes a dig at Babar and co.

Mayank Bande

PAK all over ENG in Multan; When did they last win at home?

Pakistan look set to finally win a Test at home after over 1000 days. Let us check when was their last win at home

Mayank Bande

Ex Pakistan player reveals his conversation with Gautam Gambhir regarding Pakistan cricket

Former Pakistan player, Aaqib Javed opened up about his conversation with the Indian head coach where Gambhir expressed his concerns regarding Pakistan Cricket.

Mayank Bande

Ranji Trophy 2024: TV channel, live stream and how to watch from India

TSN provides details on how Indian fans can catch all the action from the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 including latest broadcast and live-streaming details. Find out the start date, format, and group divisions for India’s premier domestic tournament.

Saurav Goyal

Noman Ali steals the show with hilarious flick shot against England

In a light-hearted moment during Pakistan's second innings, Noman Ali impresses with a stunning flick shot, jokingly likening it to the legendary Brian Lara.

Saurav Goyal

Shami bowls in nets at Bengaluru as he eyes Test return against Australia

As the countdown begins for the Test series against Australia, Indian pacer Mohammad Shami ramps up his training at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, showcasing his readiness to return from a knee injury.

Saurav Goyal

Manoj Tiwary highlights India's struggle against seamers at Bengaluru

Manoj Tiwary comments on the challenging pitch in Bengaluru, saying that even Bangladesh's bowlers from the recent series could have troubled the Indian batting lineup

Saurav Goyal

Rohit Sharma admits misjudging Bengaluru pitch after batting first

Rohit Sharma acknowledged misreading the Bengaluru pitch after India’s collapse for 46 against New Zealand, admitting his decision to bat first and pick three spinners was a costly error.

Saurav Goyal

IND vs NZ: Rohit Sharma provides update on Rishabh Pant's knee injury

Rishabh Pant faces a knee injury scare during the first Test against New Zealand, with skipper Rohit Sharma confirming it’s the same knee that underwent surgery earlier this year. Will Pant return for the remainder of the match?

Saurav Goyal

Sajid Khan opens up on getting dropped despite performing consistently

Pakistan off-spinner Sajid Khan opened up after getting 7-wickets in the first innings on his Test return against England.

Mayank Bande

Vaughan mocks Indian fans with '36' jibe as Indian team collapse against NZ

Michael Vaughan reminded Indian fans about the infamous 36 all-out from 2021 against Australia on social media.

Mayank Bande

Did Rohit Sharma make a mistake in opting to bat first in Bengaluru?

Several pundits including former India international Manoj Tiwary pointed out that Rohit Sharma should not have chose to bat first in the first innings against New Zealand.

Mayank Bande

'Raining ducks' - Fans react to India's shocking collapse in Bengaluru

India recorded their lowest score at home as they were bowled out for 46 runs in Bengaluru.

Mayank Bande

DC ownership mess: Pant to leave captaincy

Delhi Capitals captain and star batter Rishabh Pant is reportedly set to give up on the captaincy and the ownership is also about to part ways with mentor Saurav Ganguly.

Mayank Bande

Manjrekar trolled for comparing Kohli to Sachin and Ganguly

Sanjay Manjrekar faced backlash after praising Virat Kohli for batting at No. 3, only to criticize him after Kohli scored a duck. Fans quickly trolled Manjrekar, saying his comments “aged like milk.”

Divy Dubey

India's lowest team totals in Test cricket

Indian batting lineup collapsed on Day 2 against New Zealand as the hosts fail to reach a triple-digit score.

Ritabrata Banerjee

IPL 2025 mega auction: Retention rule twist explained

The IPL 2025 mega auction allows teams to divide their INR 75 crore retention budget among five players as they wish. This change gives franchises more flexibility in managing their squad budgets.

Divy Dubey

Cummins set to miss Australia's upcoming Test series

Pat Cummins might skip the Sri Lanka series for the birth of his second child. He wants to spend more time with family after missing out during the birth of his first child.

Divy Dubey

Ashwin explains why CSK should not retain Dhoni as uncapped player

R Ashwin believes MS Dhoni should be retained as a capped player by CSK for IPL 2025.

Divy Dubey

Who is William O'Rourke? NZ fast bowler shines on maiden tour vs SL

William O'Rourke, a tall fast bowler from New Zealand, impressed in his first subcontinent tour by taking key wickets against Sri Lanka. He adapted quickly to dry conditions and learned from teammate Tim Southee.

Divy Dubey

Jadeja beats Kohli to become richest Indian sports personality

Virat Kohli is no longer the richest sports personality in India as Ajay Jadeja beats him in net worth.

Mohit Khakhar

Sri Lanka vs West Indies 3rd T20I: How to watch from India

Here is how fans in India can tune in to the live action from the 3rd T20I between Sri Lanka vs West Indies.

Mohit Khakhar

Nasser Hussain compares Kamran Ghulam to Steve Smith

Nasser Hussain praised Kamran Ghulam for his brilliant debut century against England as he drew a comparison between the Pakistani batter’s style and Australia star Steve Smith.

Saurav Goyal

Rashid Khan, Buttler, and Karthik join star-studded 2024 Abu Dhabi T10 League

The 2024 Abu Dhabi T10 League is set to dazzle fans with cricket superstars like Rashid Khan, Jos Buttler, and Dinesh Karthik joining the competition.

Saurav Goyal

Will Cummins and Head stay at SRH?

Sunrisers Hyderabad are finalizing their retention list for IPL 2025, with plans to keep key players like Pat Cummins, Travis Head, and Heinrich Klaasen ahead of the mega auction.

Saurav Goyal

Can Champions Trophy 2025 go ahead without India? ECB chief shares opinion

The ECB believes India’s participation in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is crucial for cricket’s success and broadcast revenues.

Saurav Goyal

Kohli pays tribute to De Villiers after he enters ICC Hall of Fame

Virat Kohli pays a touching tribute to AB de Villiers, calling him the most talented player he's ever played with, as the South African legend is inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.

Saurav Goyal

ABD, Cook, Neetu join 2024 ICC Hall of Fame: Full HOF list in cricket history

The ICC has inducted three cricket legends, Alastair Cook, Neetu David, and AB de Villiers, into its Hall of Fame in 2024. They have been honored for their significant contributions to the game, joining an elite group of cricket greats.

Divy Dubey

Pant reveals Rohit's reaction after IND's Gabba win

Rishabh Pant shared how Rohit Sharma reacted after his match-winning knock at the Gabba, saying Pant didn’t realize how important the win was at that time. Pant's unbeaten 89* helped India secure a historic series win against Australia.

Divy Dubey

Atherton surprised by PAK's spin-heavy strategy for 2nd Test

Pakistan surprised everyone by choosing spinners for the second Test against England after relying on fast bowlers earlier. Commentator Michael Atherton called it a big shift in their strategy.

Divy Dubey

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