‘If you want to earn respect, take up Test cricket’: retired Kohli once again urges youngsters to take up longest format

IANS | June 4, 2025 12:24 AM

Ahmedabad, June 4 (IANS) Virat Kohli remains a firm advocate for Test cricket as the Indian great once again expressed his opinion about youngsters playing the longest format after Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended their 18-year-long drought to win the Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Kohli reflects on maiden IPL triumph: ‘Never thought this day would come’

IANS | June 4, 2025 12:08 AM

Ahmedabad, June 3 (IANS) After an 18-year-long wait filled with heartbreak and near-misses, Virat Kohli finally lifted the Indian Premier League trophy as Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their maiden title with a thrilling six-run win over Punjab Kings in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Tuesday.

IPL 2025 Final: Kohli breaks down after RCB’s historic triumph

IANS | June 3, 2025 11:40 PM

Ahmedabad, June 3 (IANS) In a heartfelt moment, Virat Kohli was visibly emotional after Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the final of the Indian Premier League 2025.

T20 Mumbai League to kick off with Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube in action on Day 1

IANS | June 3, 2025 8:09 PM

Mumbai, June 3 (IANS) ARCS Andheri, with icon player Shivam Dube, will take on SoBo Mumbai Falcons in the opening match of Season 3 of the T20 Mumbai League 2025 at the DY Patil Stadium on Wednesday. Eight dynamic teams will compete in the league, with 23 exciting matches lined up over nine days from June 4 to 12, promising top-quality cricket and unforgettable moments.

Smriti Mandhana nominated for ICC Women's Player of the Month for May

IANS | June 3, 2025 6:14 PM

Dubai, June 3 (IANS) India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has been nominated for the ICC Women's Player of the Month for May following her strong show during the ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka last month. West Indies captain Hayley Matthews and South Africa all-rounder Chloe Tryon have also been nominated in the women's category for their stellar performances in limited-overs formats.

Anil Kumble, Siddaramaiah wish ‘all the best’ to RCB ahead of IPL final

IANS | June 3, 2025 5:51 PM

Bengaluru, June 3 (IANS) Cricket legend Anil Kumble, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and other senior political leaders of the state have extended their best wishes to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) team ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 final against Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.

IPL 2025: Ahmedabad receives light rain hours before RCB-PBKS final

IANS | June 3, 2025 5:25 PM

Ahmedabad, June 3 (IANS) Ahead of the all-important IPL 2025 final at Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday, Ahmedabad received light rain hours before the start of the summit clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS).

Batters dominate amid bowlers struggle in 1st unofficial Test draw in Canterbury

IANS | June 2, 2025 11:57 PM

Canterbury, June 2 (IANS) The 1st unofficial Test between India 'A' and England Lions ended not with a bang but a handshake. After four days of hard, if unspectacular, cricket on a docile pitch at The Spitfire Ground, the game meandered to a predictable draw on Monday afternoon.

ILC 2025 players rally behind their former franchises ahead of IPL final

IANS | June 2, 2025 10:31 PM

Greater Noida (UP), June 2 (IANS) Even as the Intercontinental Legends Championship (ILC) heats up with high-octane clashes, the buzz around the IPL 2025 final is hard to miss for some players. With RCB and Punjab Kings set to face off for the coveted title, players in the ILC, who once represented these franchises, are stepping up to show their support.

IPL 2025: Job is half done, says Shreyas Iyer as PBKS eye maiden title

IANS | June 2, 2025 9:53 PM

Ahmedabad, June 2 (IANS) After registering a historic victory over Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 on Sunday, Punjab Kings (PBKS) have secured their spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 finals. Ahead of the final on Tuesday, captain Shreyas Iyer addressed the press, reflecting on last night’s victory and the game plan for the big match.

Cricket

‘If you want to earn respect, take up Test cricket’: retired Kohli once again urges youngsters to take up longest format

Kohli reflects on maiden IPL triumph: ‘Never thought this day would come’

IPL 2025 Final: Kohli breaks down after RCB’s historic triumph

T20 Mumbai League to kick off with Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube in action on Day 1

Smriti Mandhana nominated for ICC Women's Player of the Month for May

Anil Kumble, Siddaramaiah wish ‘all the best’ to RCB ahead of IPL final

IPL 2025: Ahmedabad receives light rain hours before RCB-PBKS final

Batters dominate amid bowlers struggle in 1st unofficial Test draw in Canterbury

ILC 2025 players rally behind their former franchises ahead of IPL final

IPL 2025: Job is half done, says Shreyas Iyer as PBKS eye maiden title

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