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Krishnappa Gowtham retires from all forms of cricket

IANS | December 22, 2025 5:58 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) Former India all-rounder Krishnappa Gowtham has called time on his professional cricket career, announcing his retirement from all formats on Monday. The 37-year-old shared the news at a special press conference held at the KSCA Media Lounge, attended by Karnataka State Cricket Association president Venkatesh Prasad, vice-president Sujith Somasundar, and secretary Santosh Menon.

Ishan Kishan named captain as Jharkhand announce squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy

IANS | December 22, 2025 5:03 PM

Ranchi, Dec 22 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has been named captain of Jharkhand for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite (VHT) 2025/26, the Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) confirmed. The domestic 50-over tournament begins on December 24, with Jharkhand set to open their campaign against Karnataka in Ahmedabad.

Pro Wrestling League unveils Logo ahead of fifth season

IANS | December 22, 2025 4:26 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) The Pro Wrestling League (PWL), sanctioned by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), unveiled its new official logo ahead of the fifth season, signalling the league’s revival after a seven-year hiatus.

Suryakumar Yadav to play two Vijay Hazare Trophy matches in Jan 2026

IANS | December 22, 2025 4:08 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav and all-rounder Shivam Dube have informed the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) of their availability for two Vijay Hazare Trophy fixtures scheduled for January 6 and 8.

Meet Mohammad Izhar - the left-arm pacer from Bihar who caught the eye of Mumbai Indians

Niharika Raina | December 22, 2025 3:55 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) Mohammad Izhar had little time to savour the feeling of his IPL dream coming true. As his name was called out at the IPL 2026 auction, the left-arm pacer from Birpur in Bihar’s Supaul district was already racing against the clock - within 15-20 minutes, he needed to board a bus for a six-hour ride to Patna, where the Vijay Hazare Trophy camp awaited him.

'Disappointed' Nasser Hussain feels England's Ashes drubbing 'has been no different' from past defeats

IANS | December 22, 2025 3:43 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) Former England captain Nasser Hussain has criticised England’s performance in the Ashes series against Australia, saying the latest campaign has proved "no different" from previous heavy defeats in Australia, despite a major change in approach.

Sakib Hussain ready for fresh start in IPL bandwagon after being picked by SRH

Niharika Raina | December 22, 2025 3:26 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) Sakib Hussain was at Bihar’s Vijay Hazare Trophy camp in Patna when Sunrisers Hyderabad picked him for his base price of Rs 30 lakh at the IPL 2026 auction. The move marks the start of a new IPL chapter for Hussain, the right-arm pacer who tasted championship glory with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in 2024, though he didn’t get to play a single game.

Thailand’s Nattaya Boochatham, Rosenan Kano retire from international cricket

IANS | December 22, 2025 3:23 PM

Bangkok, Dec 22 (IANS) In a surprising move, two long-serving women cricketers of Thailand, Nattaya Boochatham and Rosenan Kanoh, announced their retirements from international cricket after claiming their sixth consecutive gold medal in the Women’s T20 competition at the SEA Games Thailand 2025.

Gill, Arshdeep, Abhishek named in Punjab's 18-man Vijay Hazare Trophy squad

IANS | December 22, 2025 1:58 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) India openers Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma, along with pacer Arshdeep Singh, have been named in Punjab's 18-man Vijay Hazare Trophy squad

Connolly eyes IPL 2026 stint with PBKS as a platform to sharpen spin bowling skills

IANS | December 22, 2025 1:58 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) Australia's rising left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Cooper Connolly said he is viewing his maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) stint with Punjab Kings in 2026 as a crucial opportunity to sharpen his skills as a bowler by learning from elite spinners in the competition.

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Krishnappa Gowtham retires from all forms of cricket

Ishan Kishan named captain as Jharkhand announce squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy

Pro Wrestling League unveils Logo ahead of fifth season

Suryakumar Yadav to play two Vijay Hazare Trophy matches in Jan 2026

Meet Mohammad Izhar - the left-arm pacer from Bihar who caught the eye of Mumbai Indians

'Disappointed' Nasser Hussain feels England's Ashes drubbing 'has been no different' from past defeats

Sakib Hussain ready for fresh start in IPL bandwagon after being picked by SRH

Thailand’s Nattaya Boochatham, Rosenan Kano retire from international cricket

Gill, Arshdeep, Abhishek named in Punjab's 18-man Vijay Hazare Trophy squad

Connolly eyes IPL 2026 stint with PBKS as a platform to sharpen spin bowling skills

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