Former Pakistani cricketer Basit Ali has revealed that ex-South African cricketer and coach Gary Kirsten was unhappy with the decision to appoint Mohammad Rizwan as the captain of Pakistan's white-ball teams. Ali claims that Kirsten had a different player in mind for the leadership role and believed he

Gary Kirsten's resignation as Pakistan's limited-overs coach has sparked discussions about the role of international coaches in team selection. Kirsten's departure comes after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) restructured coaching roles and removed head coaches from the selection committee following Pakistan's loss

Bangladesh's bowlers kept South Africa in check during the first session of the second Test in Dhaka, with Taijul Islam and Nahid Rana sharing the wickets. Islam struck first, trapping Tony de Zorzi lbw for 13 in the 13th over. The left-arm spinner then had Aiden Markram caught

Former India coach Ravi Shastri has expressed his belief that Rohit Sharma will be deeply affected by India's Test series loss to New Zealand. This marks the first time India has lost a home Test series since 2012, with Rohit at the helm. Despite Rohit's post-match

South Africa, led by stand-in captain Aiden Markram, have opted to bat first against Bangladesh in the second and final Test match in Chattogram. The hosts, who are looking to end their home season on a high, have made three changes to their lineup, including the debut of wicketkeeper Mahidul

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has hailed India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah as the best bowler he has ever faced and predicted that he will go down as the greatest all-format bowler of all time. Maxwell, who has faced Bumrah both for Australia and in the Indian Premier League

India Prepares Sporting Track for Decisive Third Test Against New Zealand Facing the prospect of a series sweep, India is set to prepare a balanced pitch for the third and final Test against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium from November 1. The hosts have struggled against both seam and

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has been recalled to the national team for the upcoming white-ball tour of Australia, following a brief hiatus due to inconsistent form. The decision to reinstate Azam, who was dropped for the final two Tests of the home series against England, has sparked optimism among

Kane Williamson to Miss Third Test Against India, Focuses on Groin Recovery New Zealand cricket captain Kane Williamson will not join his team for the third Test against India in Mumbai, opting instead to remain in New Zealand and prioritize his recovery from a groin injury. The decision aims to

India's hopes of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final have taken a hit after their series defeat against New Zealand. With just six Tests remaining, India's lead over second-placed Australia has been reduced to a mere 0.32%. India's path to the final

Harbhajan Singh: Transition in Indian Cricket Inevitable, Replacements Will Emerge Former Indian cricket spinner Harbhajan Singh has witnessed firsthand the transition in Indian cricket between 2011-2013, when stalwarts like Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar, and VVS Laxman retired. He believes that age, fitness, and form are crucial factors in player selection,

Matthew Wade, the former Australian wicketkeeper-batter, has bid farewell to international cricket and will embark on a new chapter as a coach with the national team. Wade's retirement comes after a distinguished career spanning over a decade, during which he represented Australia in 36 Tests, 97 ODIs, and

Harshit Rana, a rising star in Indian cricket, has made significant strides in his career, earning a spot in the Indian Test squad for the upcoming tour of Australia. With his impressive pace, bounce, and ability to swing the ball both ways, Rana has caught the attention of selectors and

Cricket's return to the Olympics after a 128-year absence could see matches played on the East Coast of the United States to cater to the massive Indian audience and tap into the growing domestic market in the host country. According to LA28 host committee chair Casey Wasserman, the

Delhi's Ranji Trophy campaign has taken a dramatic turn, with the team on the cusp of its first outright victory of the season. After trailing Assam by 116 runs in the first innings, Delhi staged a remarkable comeback on Monday, leaving Assam reeling at 44 for three in

Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja has defended his post-match comments to Test team captain Shan Masood, which sparked controversy and criticism. Raja's remarks, particularly his question about Pakistan's six consecutive losses, drew flak from fans and former players, including pacer Mohammad Amir. Raja,

Prithvi Shaw, the prodigious Indian opener, has faced a setback in his career after being dropped from the Mumbai Ranji Trophy squad due to fitness and disciplinary concerns. The exclusion has sparked a debate about the role of physical appearance in determining a player's fitness in cricket. Legendary

Rangpur Riders Appoint Mickey Arthur as Head Coach for Global Super League and Bangladesh Premier League Rangpur Riders, a franchise in the Global Super League (GSL) and Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), have appointed Mickey Arthur as their head coach for the upcoming seasons. The 56-year-old South African will take charge

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed uncertainty over Rohit Sharma's retention by Mumbai Indians ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. However, he believes that Rohit's recent T20 World Cup triumph could sway the franchise's decision. Harbhajan, who has won three IPL titles