‘Victory for sport’: When Chennai applauded Pakistan after India lost the Test despite a Sachin Tendulkar masterclass | Cricket News

Sachin Tendulkar waves to the crowd as he completes his century during the first Test match in Madras, in 1999 (l), and a screengrab of the crowd applaudin Pakistan team. (Photo/Getty Images) For those who have begun watching India vs Pakistan cricket only in recent times, it can be easy to assume that matches between…

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‘Give me Zimbabwe or I’ll retire’: Babar Azam falls for 2 in T20I against Australia; triggers criticism on social media | Cricket News

Babar Azam of Pakistan walks off the field after being dismissed by Adam Zampa of Australia during the T20 International match between Pakistan and Australia at Gaddafi Stadium on January 31, 2026 in Lahore, Pakistan. (Photo/Getty Images) Pakistan batter Babar Azam had another low return in the ongoing T20I series against Australia, getting out for…

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Nightclub episode: Harry Brook admits hiding truth to protect teammates | Cricket News

Harry Brook (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: England white-ball captain Harry Brook has admitted he still has “more to learn” about his responsibilities away from the field after initially withholding details of a nightclub altercation in Wellington last October to shield his teammates.Brook had earlier claimed he was alone when he was struck by a bouncer….

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1st T20I: Sam Curran hat-trick powers England to 11-run DLS victory over Sri Lanka | Cricket News

Sam Curran (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: England reinforced their status as strong contenders for the upcoming T20 World Cup after grinding out an 11-run Duckworth-Lewis-Stern victory over Sri Lanka in the opening T20I at Pallekele on Friday.Sam Curran proved the decisive factor, claiming a hat-trick as Sri Lanka were bowled out for 133 in 16.2…

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After T20 World Cup exit, BCB reveals Shakib Al Hasan’s roadmap for next ICC tournament | Cricket News

Bangladesh’s long-running Shakib Al Hasan saga has taken another turn, with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) actively working towards a potential comeback for the veteran all-rounder, possibly as early as the upcoming home series against Pakistan in March. Batting coach Mohammad Ashraful, however, believes that if Shakib does make his return to international cricket, the…

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Ajay Jadeja: ‘Pakistani-yo ki choti choti khushiya’: Ajay Jadeja’s sharp dig at Pakistan PM’s X post steals spotlight | Cricket News

Pakistan’s Salman Ali Agha, second right, and teammates in Lahore. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Ajay Jadeja stirred a fresh cross-border debate on social media after taking a pointed swipe at Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s celebratory post following Pakistan’s 22-run win over Australia in the first T20I at Lahore.Go Beyond The Boundary…

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T20 World Cup: ICC reveals umpires for ‘crunch’ India-Pakistan match in Colombo | Cricket News

Abhishek Sharma speaks to Haris Rauf of Pakistan during the Asia cup match between India and Pakistan at Dubai International Stadium on September 21, 2025 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo/Getty Images) Elite Panel umpire Nitin Menon will officiate in his fourth T20 World Cup, while fellow Indian Anantha Padmanabhan will make his first appearance…

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The extra Test: When four pitches were used for 4 innings in a match | Cricket News

A match in progress at Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, Australia, circa 1880. (Photo/Getty Images) “In affectionate remembrance of English cricket which died at The Oval, 29th August, 1882. Deeply lamented by a large circle of sorrowing friends and acquaintances, RIP. NB The body will be cremated and the Ashes taken to Australia.“Australia’s first win on…

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