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Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah among Indian players to pass fitness test

Indian cricketers including Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma have successfully cleared the pre-season fitness test at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.

East Bengal Clinch AFC Women's Champions League Group Stage Berth After Kitchee Draw OR Sangita's Strike Seals AFC Women's Champions League Spot for East Bengal Despite Kitchee Challenge

East Bengal secured a spot in the AFC Women's Champions League group stage after a 1-1 draw with Kitchee SC, with Sangita and Elangbam Panthoi starring, as Hong Kong's side missed a late winner.

R. Ashwin Eyes ILT20 Opportunity; Veteran Spinner Set to Enter Auction

Cricbuzz understands that the ILT20 organisers are in discussions with the ace spinner, and his name may appear on the auction list once the enrolment formalities are completed

Salahuddin Rejects Experimentation for Bangladesh in Second T20I Against Netherlands

Bangladesh want results, not trials before Asia Cup, says senior assistant coach

Nissanka's Century Powers Sri Lanka to Series Victory Over Zimbabwe

Half-centuries by Ben Curran and Sikandar Raza went in vain as Sri Lanka cruised to a five-wicket win

Brighton Upset Manchester City, Exposing Guardiola's Defensive Woes in 2-1 Thriller

Brighton stunned Manchester City 2-1 at the Amex Stadium, coming from behind for the second consecutive season, as Haaland scored, Milner converted a penalty, and Gruda's late strike exposed Guardiola's defensive concerns.

Pathum Nissanka Century Seals Series Win for Sri Lanka in Thrilling Harare ODI Against Zimbabwe

SL vs ZIM: Pathum Nissanka scored a commanding 122 to lead Sri Lanka to a thrilling five-wicket win over Zimbabwe, securing a 2-0 series whitewash. The visitors chased down 278 in the last over.

From orphan to 150 caps: Krishan Pathak makes history in India colours at Hockey Asia Cup 2025

Krishan Bahadur Pathak, the Indian men's hockey goalkeeper, celebrated his 150th international cap during the Hero Men’s Asia Cup 2025 match against Japan. Overcoming immense personal adversity, including being orphaned at a young age, Pathak has become a mainstay in the Indian team since his debut in 2018.

Riyan Parag Eyes Ranji Success, Australia Tour After Shoulder Injury Recovery

Riyan Parag, recovering from a shoulder injury sustained last October, returned to competitive cricket in the Duleep Trophy after a stint in the IPL where he experienced stress as stand-in captain. Parag expressed satisfaction with his performance in the Duleep Trophy match, focusing on enjoying the game and testing his fitness.

Harmanpreet Singh's Double Propels India to Second Consecutive Asia Cup Hockey Victory Over Japan

Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored twice as India edged Japan 3-2 in their second Pool A match of the men’s Asia Cup. Mandeep Singh added an early goal for India, while Kosei Kawabe netted twice for Japan. India had opened their campaign with a 4-3 win over China and will face Kazakhstan next, with the winner earning a World Cup spot.

Sarfaraz Khan's Duleep Trophy Hopes Dashed by Quadriceps Injury; Setback Before Potential India Test Call-Up

Sarfaraz Khan's hopes for the upcoming Test season have been dashed as a quadriceps injury sustained during the Buchi Babu Tournament has ruled him out of the Duleep Trophy. Dhruv Jurel is also sidelined with a groin injury, while Tilak Varma will miss the tournament due to Asia Cup duty, resulting in Azharuddeen leading South Zone.

Duleep Trophy: Badoni's Double Century Propels North Zone, Injury Clouds Loom Over Shami and Mukesh

Ayush Badoni's unbeaten double century propelled North Zone into the Duleep Trophy semifinals, securing a first-innings lead against East Zone after their drawn quarterfinal match. Ankit Kumar missed his double century by two runs, contributing to a strong batting performance. Concerns arose for Mohammed Shami and Mukesh, who faced injury issues during the match.

MS Dhoni Mentorship Role: Ex-Cricketer Jibes at Captain Cool's Elusive Nature Amidst BCCI Talks

Reports suggest the BCCI has approached MS Dhoni to mentor the Indian team for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Manoj Tiwary humorously commented on Dhoni's elusiveness, questioning his availability. Tiwary also highlighted the potential benefits of Dhoni's experience and the intriguing prospect of him working alongside Gautam Gambhir, while emphasizing that Dhoni's acceptance of the role remains uncertain.

Pant Hints at Injury Comeback with Cryptic Social Media Post

Recovering from a toe fracture suffered during the England Test series, Rishabh Pant has hinted at his eagerness to return to action, sharing a heartfelt social media post that has excited Indian cricket fans awaiting his comeback.

Tamim Iqbal Announces Candidacy for Bangladesh Cricket Board Presidency

Former Bangladesh batter Tamim Iqbal has confirmed he is contesting the upcoming BCB elections. Tamim retired from international cricket back in January and also led Fortune Barishal to victory in the BPL 2025.

Rinku Singh's Blistering Form Continues: India's Asia Cup Hopeful Smokes Another Innings

Rinku Singh showcased his exceptional form in the UP T20 League, further solidifying his reputation as a reliable finisher. He smashed an unbeaten 78 off 48 balls, leading Meerut Mavericks to a seven-wicket victory. His recent performances, including a century against Gorakhpur Lions, highlight his readiness for the Asia Cup, where his middle-order prowess could be crucial for India.

Nitish Rana Attributes DPL 2025 Batting Form to Hanuman Chalisa, Lions Advance to Final

Nitish Rana, attributing his form to carrying the Hanuman Chalisa, propelled West Delhi Lions into the DPL 2025 final. They secured an eight-wicket victory against East Delhi Riders, chasing down 140 with ease. Rana's unbeaten 45 complemented Ayush Doseja's steady 54. Earlier, the Riders struggled, posting only 139/8. The Lions now face Central Delhi Kings in a highly anticipated final.

Nitish Rana's On-Field Spat Sparks Support from KKR Mates After Delhi Premier League Clash

Nitish Rana faced a fine for his aggressive behavior towards Digvesh Rathi during a Delhi Premier League match, stemming from a disagreement over a delivery. Despite scoring a century and leading West Delhi to Qualifier 2, Rana's actions led to a penalty.

Rishabh Pant Injury Update: Star Batsman's Recovery Post Fuels Comeback Hopes After Toe Fracture; Set to Miss Asia Cup 2025

Rishabh Pant is determined to get back on the cricket field after fracturing his toe during the Test match against England. Pant shared a photo of his bandaged foot on Instagram, expressing his eagerness to recover.

Taskin Ahmed Eyes Full Recovery After Netherlands Win, Cites Dew as Challenge

The Bangladesh quick took 4/28 in the team's victory in the opening T20I against Netherlands