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Indian prodigy Divya Deshmukh shines in FIDE Women’s World Cup

Batumi, Georgia The FIDE Women’s World Cup is heating up, and India is riding high, with the talented Divya Deshmukh and veteran Koneru Humpy delivering standout performances. Nineteen-year-old Divya stunned the chess world by defeating Grandmaster Harika Dronavalli 2–0 in an intense rapid tiebreak, pushin...

India vs Pakistan WCL Match Cancelled Amid Tensions; Brett Lee Responds

Former Australian pacer Brett Lee has offered his thoughts on the recently cancelled India-Pakistan clash in the ongoing World Championships of Legends (WCL). The much-anticipated match, scheduled to take place at Edgbaston in Birmingham, was officially scrapped after WCL released a statement confirming the development...

Mohammed Shami’s Heartfelt Birthday Wish for Daughter Amid Legal Strain

Mohammed Shami, India's pace spearhead, is known for delivering under pressure on the field. But off the pitch, he's grappling with challenges far more personal. On his daughter’s birthday, Shami posted an emotional message that touched many hearts. The photo shared on social media was not just a celebration it w...

Rahane's gentle knock a humble appeal of a veteran before Manchester Test

As India prepares for a high-stakes Test match at Manchester, veteran cricketer Ajinkya Rahane has made a quiet but heartfelt appeal knocking on the doors of head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill. His message? A request to re-evaluate India’s playing XI. Rahane, who hasn’t been in the squad re...

Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal created history with a record -breaking ODI beginning

Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal's zealous opening pair emerged as record-holder in women's ODI cricket, who scored more than 1,000 runs in just 12 innings-which is the fastest and unmatched achievement ever globally. Their partnership began in style during the recent series against England Women. Not only did they e...

Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Teen Cricket Prodigy Captures Hearts, But Raises Concerns Over Early Fame

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 14-year-old cricket prodigy, is fast becoming a sensation both in India and abroad. Currently on tour with the India Under-19 team in England, the youngster has impressed everyone with his stellar performances. His recent scores in the Youth ODI series — 48, 45, 86, 143, and 33 — ha...

Sunil Chhetri Voices Concern Over Indian Super League Suspension Amid MRA Uncertainty

Former Indian football captain and star striker Sunil Chhetri expressed deep concern on Wednesday (July 16, 2025) over the ongoing "uncertainty" surrounding Indian football, particularly with the indefinite suspension of the top-tier Indian Super League (ISL). Chhetri, who plays for Bengaluru FC, said that he has been ...

Akshay Kumar Called “Panauti” at Lord’s After India’s Defeat, Sparks Social Media Frenzy

Cricket fever meets Bollywood glam: Akshay Kumar and wife Twinkle Khanna were spotted atop the VIP stands at Lord’s on Day 5 of the India–England Test, enjoying the match alongside former coach Ravi Shastri. But when India fell short by 22 runs, fans wasted no time in jest to blame Bollywood’s &ldqu...

India Sends Akash Deep as Nightwatchman After Gill's Dismissal; Ashwin Explains Pant's Reluctance to Bat Late

When India lost their skipper Shubman Gill at around 10:40 PM IST last night—just 20 minutes before stumps—it marked a key turning point. At 42/3 in pursuit of 193, England were suddenly back in the contest. Having been repeatedly troubled by India’s top-order through the series, Ben Stokes’ sid...

Sunil Gavaskar Tears into British Media Over Lord’s Ball‑Change Row

On Day 2 of the third Test at Lord’s, India skipper Shubman Gill and fast bowler Mohammed Siraj confronted the umpires after the Dukes ball failed the hoop test multiple times within just ten overs. Gill was visibly exasperated, even seizing the ball, while Siraj voiced his frustration loudly. At that mome...

Bumrah’s Fiery Spell Rocks England as India Seize Control on Day 2 at Lord’s

India got the perfect start to Day 2 of the 3rd Test against England at Lord’s, thanks to Jasprit Bumrah. Making his return after missing the Edgbaston Test, Bumrah struck early on Friday, removing overnight batters Ben Stokes and Joe Root in quick succession to shift the momentum back in India’s favour. He...

Jadeja Confronts KL Rahul After Close-Call Fault

During the new match, a moment like Déjà Vu was seen on the field, when KL Rahul survived making a similar expensive mistake as he had earlier in Edgbaston. However, this time Ravindra Jadeja was not in the mood to remain silent. The veteran all-rounder immediately faced KL Rahul, as the repeated lapse in...

India Clinches Historic First Women’s T20 Series Win Against England

India secured a historic victory on Wednesday (July 9, 2025), clinching their first-ever bilateral Women’s T20I series win over England with a commanding six-wicket win in the fourth match of the five-game series. The triumph gave India an unassailable 3–1 lead, with the final match set for Saturday (July 1...

Sachin Tendulkar’s Portrait Unveiled at Lord’s MCC Museum in Honour of His Cricket Legacy

A new portrait of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was unveiled at the MCC Museum at Lord’s on Thursday, July 10, 2025, ahead of the third Test match between India and England in London. The artwork, created by renowned artist Stuart Pearson Wright, is based on a photograph he took of Tendulkar at his home 18 year...

Shubman Gill’s Lord’s Issue: Pick Kuldeep Yadav’s Spin or Deepen India’s Batting Lineup for the 3rd Test?

India's management decided against Kuldeep, prioritizing batting depth after a disappointing lower-order collapse in the previous Test. Gill explained: “we were tempted to play Kuldeep, but our lower order didn’t do well, so we opted for more batting”. Kuldeep’s case is compelling he’s ta...

Shubman Gill Breaks into ICC Test Top 10 After Historic Knock; Brook Reclaims No.1 Spot

India captain Shubman Gill has broken into the top 10 of the ICC Men’s Test Batting Rankings for the first time, following a sensational performance in Birmingham. Gill, who scored 269 and 161 in the second Test against England, became only the second player in Test history to register scores over 150 in both inn...

Vishy Anand Grades Gukesh's Norway Chess Game, Says B Was Deserved but D Was Harsh

Every trick is evaluated in the chess world, but many times players are also done. Recently, Indian chess veteran Vishwanathan Anand gave his opinion on the performance of Kishore Grandmaster D. Gukesh in the prestigious Norway Chess tournament. Gukesh, who has emerged rapidly in the international chess circuit, came u...

Arjun Erigaisi, Gukesh Top Seeds for FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 in Uzbekistan

Indian chess players Arjun Erigaisi and D Gukesh, the reigning world champion, have been seeded first and second respectively for the fourth FIDE Grand Swiss tournament, set to take place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from September 3 to 16, 2025. The event offers increased prize money and serves as a qualifier for the 202...

AIFF Welcomes Policy Shift Allowing Diaspora Players, Eyes Boost for Indian Football Team

AIFF Welcomes Policy Shift Allowing Diaspora Players, Eyes Boost for Indian Football Team AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey has welcomed the Indian government's new stance under the Khelo Bharat Niti (National Sports Policy), which supports the inclusion of players of Indian origin living abroad in the national football t...

Gukesh Stuns Carlsen Again, This Time in Rapid Format at SuperUnited Blitz 2025

On Thursday night, Magnus Carlsen faced another challenge against the young world champion Gukesh. The Norwegian world number one suffered his second consecutive defeat to the Indian prodigy, this time in a rapid game at the SuperUnited Rapid and Blitz tournament held in Zagreb, Croatia, in 2025. Playing with the whit...

DRS Scene at Edgbaston: Jaiswal’s Late Call Sparks Heated Moment with Ben Stokes

It was a tense day at Edgbaston during the India-England Test match when what should have been a routine review turned into full-blown DRS drama. Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, who was given out LBW, waited until the very last moment to signal for a review. Some even believed he crossed the 15-second limit. The DRS d...

Prayagraj Cricketer Joins BCCI Referee Panel, Making UP Proud

In a proud moment for Uttar Pradesh and Indian cricket, a young cricketer from Prayagraj has achieved a major milestone he has officially joined the BCCI’s elite panel of match referees. A young cricketer from Prayagraj has made it to the BCCI referee panel, making him the fourth player to do so from Uttar Prade...

Mohammed Siraj Moves Forward for India, Sparks in Bumrah’s Absence at Edgbaston

In a match where India needed command and discipline in their bowling attack, Mohammed Siraj delivered and how. With Jasprit Bumrah’s intermission for the Edgbaston Test, Siraj took it upon himself to guide India’s pace unit with confidence and fire. Mohammed Siraj steps up for India in Bumrah’s abse...

Rishabh Pant's calm advice Shubman Gill imprisoned stump mic, appreciated for smart match understanding

Cricket is not limited to big shots and wickets; Often small conversations on the field show the real spirit of the game. A similar moment came out during the second Test played at Edgbaston, when Rishabh Pant's quiet advice was given to Captain Shubman Gill and he was imprisoned on the stump Mike. This moment was so s...

India and England paid tribute to Ven Larkins wearing black armband in second Test

Cricket is not just a game; It is about players, moments and memories that shape generations. The same feeling was seen in the second Test played between India and England, where both teams wore a black armband to pay homage to former England cricketer Ven Larkins while landing. Wayne Larkins, who passed away on June ...

Calcutta High Court Orders Mohammed Shami to Pay ₹4 Lakh Monthly Maintenance to Estranged Wife and Daughter

The Calcutta High Court has ordered Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami to provide a monthly maintenance payment of ₹4 lakh to his estranged wife Hasin Jahan and their daughter amid ongoing legal proceedings. This decision comes after Jahan challenged a previous district court ruling that had directed Shami to pay ₹5...

Novak Djokovic Overcomes Stomach Issue to Win Wimbledon Opener Against Muller

Novak Djokovic battled through a stomach issue and required two visits from a doctor during his first-round Wimbledon match on Tuesday night, eventually defeating Alexandre Muller 6-1, 6-7 (7), 6-2, 6-2. The 24-time Grand Slam champion said he suddenly went from feeling great to struggling physically midway through th...

Kuldeep Yadav's ex-factor is needed in India's bowling without Bumrah, when 20 wickets are mandatory

In Test cricket, where the path of victory goes through only 20 wickets, India cannot make any kind of compromise ever when prominent bowlers like Jaspreet Bumrah are not in the team. In such a situation, even though India's bowling is full of talent, without Bumrah, the lack of a particular edge is clear. For this rea...

MS Dhoni’s ‘Captain Cool’ Trademark Accepted by Registry After Legal Battle

Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni’s bid to trademark the phrase ‘Captain Cool’—a moniker earned through his composed on-field persona—has been officially accepted and published by the Trademark Registry of India, according to ESPNcricinfo. If no objections are raised within ...

Yash Dayal's secret chat raised a new controversy, another girl spoke openly

In a dramatic turn of events, another girl spoke on her alleged personal conversation with Indian cricketer Yash Dayal. In this video, which went viral on social media, the girl appears emotionally remembering her personal conversation with Yash, and claims that she had a much deeper relationship than publicly known. ...

ICC in Action: A Country's Cricket Board May Be Banned — Know the Full Story

USA Cricket Board Suspension: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has now taken a tough stance against the United States' cricket board (USAC). In July last year, the ICC issued a 12-month governance notice to USAC, which is set to expire next month. If the board fails to make the necessary leadership changes, the ...

Shubman Gill’s Viral Remark Highlights India’s Struggle as England Takes Lead in Leeds Test

India found themselves in a difficult position on Day 5 of the 1st Test against England at Leeds, as the hosts reached 181 without loss before rain halted play in the post-lunch session. England’s openers, Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley, stitched a record-breaking partnership that ultimately paved the way for a th...

England Clinches Dramatic Win Over India in Leeds Test, Spotlighting India’s Persistent Challenges

England emerged victorious in the first Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at Leeds by successfully chasing a challenging target of 371 runs on the final day. Ben Duckett’s commanding 149 runs anchored England’s chase, complemented by a strong opening partnership with Zak Crawley. India’s batsmen p...

ENG vs IND: Rishabh Pant Reprimanded by ICC for Umpire Dissent During Headingley Test

India's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been officially reprimanded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for showing dissent during the Headingley Test against England. The incident took place on Day 3 of the first Test match, where Pant expressed visible frustration at an umpiring decision during Engla...

Neeraj Chopra Wins Paris Diamond League, Ends Two-Year Title Drought

India’s Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra secured his first Diamond League title in two years with a winning throw of 88.16m at the Paris leg of the event. The 27-year-old javelin star sealed victory in his very first attempt late Friday night, finishing ahead of Germany’s Julian Weber and Brazil’s Luiz ...

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