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Lhuan-dre Pretorious, a 19-year-old prodigy, etched his name in South African cricket history by becoming the youngest player to score a Test century on debut against Zimbabwe. He surpassed Graeme Pollock's 61-year-old record with an unbeaten 128, rescuing the Proteas from an early collapse.

Prasidh Krishna Undeterred by Bumrah Absence, Emphasizes India's Resilient Mindset in England Test Series

India faced a setback in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy's first Test against England, with coach Gautam Gambhir committed to managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload, limiting him to three matches. Prasidh Krishna sees this as an opportunity, emphasizing team unity and learning from senior players like Bumrah.

Bumrah's Birmingham Bowling Blitz: Accuracy, Angle Variation Headline Intense Net Session as Kuldeep Sharpens Skills

Jasprit Bumrah displayed intense focus during practice at Edgbaston, bowling with pace and accuracy alongside Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna. Kuldeep Yadav is also working diligently on both his bowling and batting, potentially becoming a key option for the second Test given Birmingham's dry conditions. The team will now take a break before regrouping, with Bumrah's availability remaining uncertain.

India to Host Pakistan in High-Stakes Junior Men's Hockey World Cup Clash

India is set to host the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup in Chennai and Madurai from November 28 to December 10. The host nation finds itself in Pool B, facing Pakistan, Chile, and Switzerland. This edition marks a historic moment as the tournament expands to include 24 teams for the first time.

Headline: Prasidh Krishna Vows to Sharpen Bowling After Leeds Setback: Focus on Length, Economy Rate

After an expensive outing in Leeds, the 29-year-old reflected on the learning curve of Test cricket, and the responsibility that comes with Bumrah's absence

Asia Cup 2025: ACC Aims for September Start as Optimism Surges Amid Geopolitical Shifts

The recent release of ICC fixtures involving India and Pakistan women's teams in the Women's T20 World Cup points in that direction; a formal decision likely next week

Wimbledon Serves Up India Strategy: Targeting Cricket Fans for Growth

Wimbledon is targeting India to grow its brand, tapping into cricket’s popularity and engaging young audiences through collaborations, influencers, and technology. Indian cricketers like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and Rohit Sharma have become key figures in this strategy. With key partnerships, Wimbledon aims to blend tradition with innovation for global appeal.

Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 19, Smashes 48-Year-Old Record, Becomes Youngest to Score 150 in Test Debut

South Africa's Lhuan-dre Pretorius, a 19-year-old debutant, etched his name in Test cricket history by becoming the youngest player to score 150 runs in an innings against Zimbabwe, surpassing Javed Miandad's 48-year-old record. Pretorius's counterattacking 153, along with Dewald Brevis's quickfire 51, helped South Africa recover from a shaky start.

Smriti Mandhana Makes History: First Indian Woman to Score Centuries in All Three Cricket Formats

Smriti Mandhana made history on Saturday. She became the first Indian woman cricketer to score centuries in all formats. This happened during the T20I against England Women. Mandhana scored 112 runs off 62 balls. India Women posted 210/5, their highest T20I score against England. Her achievement places her among the elite cricketers globally.

Gujarat Cricket Association to Debut T20 League in 2025-26 Season

GCA secretary confirmed the decision to Cricbuzz and that the board is yet to find a suitable playing window to set the tournament in motion

Smith Eyes Grenada Test Return After Finger Injury: Boost for Australia?

The veteran batter has started practicing and will join the squad in Barbados by Sunday

Nitish Rana Eyes Delhi Comeback After Disappointing Stint in Uttar Pradesh OR Homecoming: Nitish Rana Poised for Delhi Return After Two Seasons Away OR Underperforming IPL Star Nitish Rana Seeks Career Revival with Delhi Return

Nitish Rana moved to Uttar Pradesh in 2023, and after a disastrous season, he is likely to return to Delhi. Rana had an underwhelming IPL 2025 with the Rajasthan Royals, who bought the southpaw for a whopping Rs 4.20 crore in the IPL auction.

ICC Test Rankings: Pant Climbs to Career-Best, Bumrah Remains No. 1 Bowler; Root Still Reigns

Rishabh Pant's historic twin centuries at Headingley propelled him to seventh in ICC Test rankings, while Ben Duckett's stellar performance secured him eighth position. Shubman Gill climbed to 20th after a century. Jasprit Bumrah remains the top Test bowler. In T20Is, Michael Levitt and Brandon McMullen made significant gains, reflecting the growing competitiveness in international cricket.

Prithvi Shaw Admits to Career Slump: "Wrong Friends, Lost Focus" Derailed Cricket Dreams

Prithvi Shaw, once hailed as a future star, candidly admits to making poor choices and losing focus on cricket, leading to a decline in his career. After being dropped due to fitness issues and going unsold in the IPL, Shaw seeks a fresh start by leaving the Mumbai Cricket Association to play for Maharashtra.

Bangladesh Test Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto Resigns After Sri Lanka Defeat

Najmul made his decision known after the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo

India's Fielding Blunders Under Scrutiny After Test Defeat to England; Ex-Selector More Highlights Costly Drops

India faced a defeat against England in the first Test at Headingley. Kiran More emphasized the importance of fielding. He noted dropped catches proved costly. England chased down 371 runs. Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Yashasvi Jaiswal scored centuries in the first innings. More believes the team is in transition. He asks for time and support for the new players.

Mirabai Chanu: Olympic Medalist Reveals Relentless Dedication, Even During Family Time

Mirabai Chanu, India's celebrated weightlifter, reveals the constant mental pressure of training and weight management, even during family time. Fresh from a post-Asian Games rest, she's now focused on the Commonwealth Championships, a qualifier for the Commonwealth Games. The dedication demands sacrifices, including resisting junk food cravings like pizza, to maintain her 50kg weight and ensure peak performance.

Gambhir Backs India's Lower Order Despite Test Collapse, Cites Missed Catches as Key Factor

India's head coach also reiterated that despite the loss, Jasprit Bumrah would play just two more Tests as per a pre-series plan

SA20 Teams Get Six Player Retentions, Salary Cap Boost Ahead of Auction

72 slots are to be filled in the auction which also sees the introduction of the RTM card for the first time

Sanjog Gupta Tapped as Next ICC Chief Executive Officer

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed Sanjog Gupta as its new chief executive officer (CEO). He will assume office on July 7, 2025, becoming the seventh CEO in the history of the ICC.