New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) Former Pakistan cricketer Rashid Latif claimed that Indian senior duo Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are being targeted for their red-ball form and are forced to play domestic cricket ahead of the crucial white-ball assignments.
Multan, Jan 24 (IANS) Debutant right-arm pacer Kashif Ali comes in place of Khurram Shahzad as Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) unveiled their playing XI for the second and final Test of the series against West Indies, set to take place at the Multan Cricket Stadium from January 25 to 29, following their comprehensive 127-run victory in the series opener.
Kolkata, Jan 24 (IANS) PV Vishnu and Hijazi Maher scored a goal apiece as East Bengal FC returned to winning ways with a 2-1 triumph over Kerala Blasters FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Friday night. This was the Red & Gold Brigade’s first victory in five games, having last won 1-0 against Jamshedpur FC on December 21.
Ranchi, Jan 24 (IANS) A first-half brace by Jurgaj Singh propelled the Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers to a sensational 5-3 comeback win against the Vedanta Kalinga Lancers in the Men’s Hockey India League 2024-25 clash here on Friday.
Edgbaston, Jan 24 (IANS) Pakistan’s experienced pace bowler Hassan Ali will continue his association with Warwickshire County Cricket Club, signing a new deal that ensures his availability for the 2025 season across all formats. The 30-year-old is set to rejoin the Bears from May 29 to the end of September, marking his third consecutive season with the club.
Harare, Jan 24 (IANS) Zimbabwe Cricket have unveiled their squads for the much-anticipated home series against Ireland, comprising a one-off Test, three ODIs, and three T20Is. The series will take place in February 2025, offering fans a mix of formats and competitive cricket. Zimbabwe’s Test squad sees the inclusion of two uncapped players, with 27-year-old leg-spinner Vincent Masekesa and 26-year-old batter Nicholas Welch earning their maiden call-ups to the longest format.
Sharjah/Abu Dhabi, Jan 24 (IANS) As Season 3 of the International League (IL) T20 reaches the business end, two matches will be played here on Saturday with the doubleheader promising to be a blockbuster event of the tournament.
Mumbai, Jan 24 (IANS) In a commanding display, General Education Academy, Chembur, secured a thumping victory over Anjuman-I-Islam in the Boys' U-16 category in the MI Junior Interschool Cricket Tournament in Mumbai on Friday.
Chennai, Jan 24 (IANS) India received a significant injury concern ahead of the second T20I against England at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, as opener Abhishek Sharma twisted his right ankle during a warm-up session on Friday evening.
Chennai, Jan 24 (IANS) After a seven-wicket loss in the first T20I in Kolkata, England's top-order batter Harry Brook has emphasised the importance of maintaining relentless pressure on India’s bowling attack in the second game of the five-match series. The match will take place at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday, with the visitors aiming to level the series at 1-1.
