In a historic turn of events, Robin Minz, a 21-year-old left-handed wicketkeeping batter, etched his name in the annals of IPL history by becoming the first-ever tribal cricketer to secure a spot in the prestigious tournament. The IPL auction witnessed an intense bidding war between Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans for this emerging talent. Starting […]
The 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction was held in Dubai. The players of the 2023 World Cup champion Australian team were in high demand, with Mitchell Starc becoming the most expensive player in IPL history. Kolkata Knight Riders acquired Starc for ₹24.75 crore, while Sunrisers Hyderabad bought Pat Cummins for ₹20.50 […]
The IPL 2024 auction witnessed a historic moment as Mitchell Starc became the highest-priced player ever, securing a massive Rs 24.75 crore deal with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). This groundbreaking transaction set a new benchmark for player acquisitions in the IPL. The bidding frenzy continued with the fourth round dedicated to capped fast bowlers. Pat […]
A total of players are part of the IPL 2024 mini-auction, with bidding expected on a maximum of players. The combined purse of all teams is ₹262.95 crores. The anticipation is high for the highest bid to be placed on an overseas player once again. The auction for IPL 2024 players will take place in Dubai, […]
In a significant development, the Mumbai Indians (MI) have named explosive all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who led Gujarat Titans to IPL crown in 2022 ,as their captain for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. This marks a changing of the guard at the helm of the five-time IPL champions, with Rohit Sharma stepping down […]
The future of UAE cricket appears bright, and legendary fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar is a believer. During a recent visit to Dubai, Akhtar witnessed the UAE U19 team clinch a thrilling two-wicket victory over Sri Lanka U19 in the ACC Men’s Asia Cup U19. Impressed by the young guns’ passion and tenacity, Akhtar praised their […]
In the heart of Kolkata’s historic Park Circus, a neighborhood known for its stark contrast between poverty-stricken slums and affluent enclaves, a remarkable story of triumph is unfolding. Saika Ishaque, a young woman hailing from one of the city’s poorest areas, has defied societal norms and economic hardships to become a breakout star in Indian […]
Mohammed Shami, India’s fast bowler, has been resting since the ODI World Cup, but he has made headlines with his comments on fitness. In an interview with a news channel, Shami said that he is the strongest cricketer in the Indian team, and that he can lift 750kg in the leg press. This comment has […]
With the pesky weather finally relenting in Johannesburg, the stage is set for a crucial T20I encounter between India and South Africa at the Wanderers. Both teams, seeking valuable game time before the World Cup, will be eager to make the most of this opportunity. Despite Tuesday’s messy victory for South Africa, India’s performance left […]
Despite recently claiming the No. 1 T20I bowler title, Ravi Bishnoi isn’t without flaws, according to Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar. While acknowledging Bishnoi’s rapid ascent to the top of the rankings, Gavaskar emphasizes that the young spinner’s international career is still in its early stages and brimming with learning opportunities. Last week, Bishnoi’s impressive performance […]
St. George’s Park, located in Gqeberha, South Africa, is a cricket ground that has seen its fair share of T20I action. From the highest team totals to the most individual wickets, this ground has witnessed some remarkable performances. Let’s take a look at some of the records held at this iconic venue: Highest Team Total: […]
Mumbai, India – England have been forced to make changes to their squad for the upcoming one-off Test against India, scheduled to begin on December 14th. All-rounder Emma Lamb has withdrawn due to a back problem and will return to the UK for further assessment by a spinal surgeon. In Lamb’s absence, middle-order batter Maia […]
Rahul Dravid has been retained as India’s head coach after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) extended his contract. Dravid’s initial two-year term ended with the conclusion of the 2023 ODI World Cup earlier this month, but he will now continue in the role until at least the 2024 T20 World Cup […]
After a six-year hiatus, Gautam Gambhir is back with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) franchise, this time as a mentor. Gambhir, who led KKR to IPL titles in 2012 and 2014, will be sharing his vast experience and cricketing wisdom with the two-time champions in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). “I […]