Mayank Yadav, Nitish Reddy earn maiden T20I call-up against Bangladesh (Ld)

IANS | September 28, 2024 11:02 PM

Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced India's 15-member squad for the upcoming T20I series at home against Bangladesh, with several new faces and returning players making headlines. One of the biggest surprises is the inclusion of Indian Premier League 2024 sensation Mayank Yadav, who impressed with his fiery pace and wicket-taking ability in the domestic T20 league this year before injuries hampered his season.

IPL 2025 auction to feature record five retentions, one Right-to-Match option

IANS | September 28, 2024 9:30 PM

Kanpur, Sep 28 (IANS) The Indian Premier League (IPL) is set for one of its biggest shake-ups yet ahead of the 2025 season, with the tournament’s governing body likely to approve a major change to the retention rules in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled to be held in Bengaluru on Sunday.

Rain in Kanpur threatens India’s push for WTC final spot

IANS | September 28, 2024 2:03 PM

Kanpur, Sep 28 (IANS) Rain and a wet outfield have played spoilsport in the second Test between India and Bangladesh at Green Park Stadium, with the weather threatening to derail India’s quest for a spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final.