Pujara dropped, Jaiswal, Gaikwad make the cut for West Indies Tests

Cheteshwar Pujara has been dropped from India’s Test squad for the upcoming series against the West Indies, while Ruturaj Gaikwad, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and pacer Mukesh Kumar are the three uncapped newcomers included in the 16-man unit. The Men in Blue will take on Kraig Brathwaite’s side in a two-match Test series in the Caribbean in […]

Rohit Sharma named as Test captain; Pujara, Rahane dropped for SL series

The BCCI have named Rohit Sharma as the permanent captain of the Indian test team, with the 34-year-old taking over the reins from Virat Kohli to become the skipper across all formats. Kohli resigned from his post as Indian Test captain in the wake of India’s 2-1 series defeat in South Africa, and according to […]

India frustrate England on Day 3 as Pujara, Rohit hit half-centuries

It was a commendable fightback from the Men in Blue on Day 3 at Headingley as the Indian batters frustrated England to finish the day on 215 for two. After a poor run of form throughout the series, Cheteshwar Pujara (91*) was amongst the runs again, putting up an 82-run partnership with Rohit Sharma (59) […]

Cricket news round-up – January 12: Milestone for Pujara, World Cup League 2 meets abrupt end

Pujara scored his 50th First-Class hundred; the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 had to be called off; the Playoffs lineups for the 2019 BPL have been decided; and four people were arrested under allegations of cricket betting.

Cricket news round-up – November 15: Shami, Pujara star as India assert dominance

India lords over Bangladesh on opening day, Pakistan announce return of Test cricket, and Jemimah seals 3-0 win for the wome.

Cricket news round-up – February 20: Tayla Vlaeminck replaced by Molly Strano for Women’s World T20

Molly Strano replaced Tayla Vlaeminck for Women's T20 World Cup 2020. Mashrafe Mortaza will be replaced as Bangladesh captain after the home series against Zimbabwe. Cheteshwar Pujara signed a six-month deal with Gloucestershire.

India vs South Africa 3rd Test venue: JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi

India have played only once at Ranchi so far, against Australia in 2016-17. The Test was drawn. Cheteshwar Pujara was named Player of the Match for his 202.

Australia maintain upper-hand on Day 4 of WTC Final

It was another intriguing day’s play at the World Test Championship Final at the Oval as Australia marched closer to another ICC trophy, while India dug in to give themselves a puncher’s chance on what could be a thrilling day five. Alex Carey’s half-century allowed Australia to declare at 270 for 8, setting Rohit Sharma’s […]

Bowlers keep Australia on top after Smith, Head centuries

Australia extended their advantage over India on day two of the ICC World Test Championship Final at the Oval, with the seamers running through the Indian top-order to leave Rohit Sharma’s side trailing by 318 runs at the close of play. After posting 469 in the first innings, Australia delivered a bowling masterclass, with all […]

Australia vs India ICC World Test Championship Final Preview

Australia lock horns with India in the final of the 2023 ICC World Test Championship at the Oval in the ultimate battle for red-ball supremacy. The 2023 final is a culmination of a 24-month long cycle in which Australia and India have been the two standout teams in Test cricket, dominating across conditions home and […]