OTD: MS Dhoni brought down the curtain on an unforgettable India career

IANS | August 15, 2026 2:39 PM

New Delhi, Aug 15 (IANS) At 7:29 pm on August 15, 2020, Indian cricket witnessed the end of an era. Mahendra Singh Dhoni, one of the most influential cricketers in the country's history, announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable 15-year career.

Warner, O’Keeffe back Konstas, McSweeney for Australia Test recall

IANS | August 15, 2026 1:53 PM

New Delhi, Aug 15 (IANS) With some of Australian batters' troubles continuing in the first Test match against Bangladesh, former Aussie cricketers chalked up their long-term contenders to solve the batting jigsaw, putting their weight behind the return of the likes of Sam Konstas, Nathan McSweeney and Matt Renshaw in the Test side. Australia's 20 Test odyssey till next year is off to an underwhelming start after their batters failed to find the mojo, with the struggles continuing for Jake Weatherald, Cameron Green and Marnus Labuschagne.

I extend my warmest wishes to all Indians on 80th Independence Day: Graeme Smith

IANS | August 15, 2026 12:25 PM

New Delhi, Aug 15 (IANS) SA20 League Commissioner and former South African cricketer Graeme Smith extended his warm wishes to Indians across the world on the country’s 80th Independence Day on Saturday, reflecting on his personal association with India and highlighting the role of cricket in strengthening the longstanding relationship between India and South Africa.

‘He’s got all the attributes’: Boland, Head and Cummins hail Hazlewood after 300-Test wicket milestone

IANS | August 15, 2026 11:51 AM

Darwin, Aug 15 (IANS) Josh Hazlewood’s return to Test cricket reached another landmark on Saturday as the Australia fast bowler entered the 300-wicket club during the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin, prompting teammates Scott Boland, Travis Head and skipper Pat Cummins to praise the qualities that have made him one of the most reliable quicks of his generation.