Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: ‘It’s a really great mood in the camp,’ reveals Devdutt Padikkal ahead of Season 4

IANS | July 31, 2025 6:36 PM

Bengaluru, July 31 (IANS) The Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 auction 2025 saw Indian left-handed batter Devdutt Padikkal acquired by the Hubli Tigers, emerging as the most expensive player with a bid of Rs 13.20 lakh. The star acquisition underscores the Tigers’ ambitious campaign for the upcoming season, scheduled from August 11 to 27 at Bengaluru’s iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

5th Test: You know your game is in good order if you can hit mid-on, says Hussain on Sudharsan

IANS | July 31, 2025 6:08 PM

London, July 31 (IANS) With India batter B Sai Sudharsan unbeaten on 25 in the ongoing fifth Test against England, former captain Nasser Hussain believes the left-hander’s batting technique is solid, citing that he’s able to hit over mid-on.

5th Test: Woakes key for England with the ball at The Oval, says Hussain

IANS | July 31, 2025 3:50 PM

London, July 31 (IANS) Former captain Nasser Hussain believes that Chris Woakes will be key to England’s bowling performance on a green pitch in the fifth Test against India at The Oval. England electing to bowl first means Woakes will have the first crack at bowling under overcast skies and damp conditions.

Vansh Bedi to lead Purnai Dilli 6 in DPL 2025

IANS | July 31, 2025 3:32 PM

Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Purani Dilli 6 have announced wicket-keeper batter Vansh Bedi as their captain for the second edition of Delhi Premier League (DPL), which is set to begin at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium from August 2.

Jack Leach is England's 'best spinner': Nathan Lyon

IANS | July 31, 2025 11:44 AM

Sydney, July 31 (IANS) Australia’s greatest off-spinner Nathan Lyon has backed Jack Leach as England’s premier spinner, despite the recent rise of Shoaib Bashir, who is currently sidelined with injury and expected to feature in the 2025-26 Ashes tour.

With India Champions refusing to play against Pakistan, organisers call off the WCL 2025 match (Ld)

IANS | July 31, 2025 12:36 AM

Birmingham, July 31 (IANS) The organisers of the World Championships of Legends have called off the semifinal clash between the Indian Champions and the Pakistani Champions after the Indian players refused to play against Pakistan.

Henry claims 6-39 as New Zealand bundle out Zimbabwe for 149; Conway scores fifty

IANS | July 30, 2025 11:53 PM

Bulawayo (Zimbabwe), July 30 (IANS) Matt Henry bagged the fifth five-wicket haul of his career while Devon Conway struck an unbeaten half-century as New Zealand dominated the first day of the opening Test of the two-match series against Zimbabwe at the Queens Sport Club here on Wednesday.

It’s time to give back to the game, says South Delhi Superstarz owner Shikhar Dhawan

IANS | July 30, 2025 10:55 PM

New Delhi, July 30 (IANS) With the Delhi Premier League (DPL) around the corner, former India star Shikhar Dhawan took to Instagram to share a powerful video that highlighted his continued commitment to nurturing cricketing talent through his team, South Delhi Superstarz, owned under The Da One Sports Initiative.

Ayush Mhatre to lead India U-19 on Australia tour

IANS | July 30, 2025 10:26 PM

Mumbai, July 30 (IANS) Ayush Mhatre will captain the Indian Under-19 team on a multi-format tour of Australia starting September 21, as the young side looks to build on its recent success in England. India will play three one-day matches and two four-day games against the Australian U-19 team, in what is expected to be a tough but valuable experience for the next generation of cricketers.

5th Test: Shubman Gill uncertain about Bumrah’s availability for final Test at The Oval

IANS | July 30, 2025 7:06 PM

London, July 30 (IANS) India captain Shubman Gill said a decision on Jasprit Bumrah’s availability for the fifth and final Test against England at The Oval will be taken on match day. India trail 1-2 in the five-match series and need a win to level the contest.

Cricket

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: ‘It’s a really great mood in the camp,’ reveals Devdutt Padikkal ahead of Season 4

5th Test: You know your game is in good order if you can hit mid-on, says Hussain on Sudharsan

5th Test: Woakes key for England with the ball at The Oval, says Hussain

Vansh Bedi to lead Purnai Dilli 6 in DPL 2025

Jack Leach is England's 'best spinner': Nathan Lyon

With India Champions refusing to play against Pakistan, organisers call off the WCL 2025 match (Ld)

Henry claims 6-39 as New Zealand bundle out Zimbabwe for 149; Conway scores fifty

It’s time to give back to the game, says South Delhi Superstarz owner Shikhar Dhawan

Ayush Mhatre to lead India U-19 on Australia tour

5th Test: Shubman Gill uncertain about Bumrah’s availability for final Test at The Oval

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