Vaibhav Suryavanshi‘s rapid rise in Indian cricket reached another milestone after he was named vice-captain of the East Zone squad for the 2026 Duleep Trophy. The 15-year-old batting prodigy will serve as deputy to India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan in one of the country’s most prestigious domestic red-ball tournaments. While the appointment was hailed by many as a bold step towards nurturing future leaders, it has also sparked debate among former cricketers. Ex-India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta has now questioned the timing of the decision, arguing that Suryavanshi should first cement his place in first-class cricket before being handed such an important leadership…

Representing India is the ultimate dream for any cricketer, but leading the national side is an honour only a select few get to experience. Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya recently reflected on his captaincy journey with Team India, sharing his thoughts on leadership and the responsibilities that come with leading the country. Having captained India in both T20Is and ODIs, Hardik revealed that he has always believed leadership is defined by actions rather than titles.Hardik Pandya reflects on his Team India captaincy experienceSpeaking during a conversation on SGTV, Hardik explained that he never chased leadership roles and always believed he could…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) released its latest weekly rankings update, signalling major shake-ups across all three formats of international cricket. Highlighting the mid-year updates, changes in player availability during recent international fixtures have reshaped the summit of the 50-over format. Concurrently, standout individual performances in the Test arena and explosive displays during T20 World Cup qualification/bilateral series have triggered seismic shifts in player ratings.Shubman Gill reclaims the No. 1 position in ICC ODI batting rankings as Daryl Mitchell slipsIn a major development at the peak of the 50-over game, India’s star opener Shubman Gill has moved back into the…

Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter turned broadcaster Deep Dasgupta has offered an insightful perspective on Team India‘s ongoing T20 International journey, highlighting that while the team’s depth is unmatched, settling on a definitive combination remains a complex task. Despite fluctuating performances in white-ball cricket over recent series, Dasgupta remains bullish about the talent pool available to national selectors as India prepares for upcoming bilateral fixtures and major international tournaments.Deep Dasgupta applauds Team India even as T20I form remains inconsistentFollowing a high-tempo phase in white-ball cricket where India lifted the T20 World Cup before experiencing unexpected setbacks, including back-to-back series losses against Ireland…

Sanju Samson’s journey in international cricket has always been defined by raw talent, resilience, and unyielding authenticity. Fresh off an extraordinary campaign at the ICC T20 World Cup, where he clinched the ‘Player of the Tournament’ award with 321 runs, the Indian wicketkeeper-batter recently offered fans an intimate look into his professional evolution. Appearing on JioStar’s ‘Believe’ show, Samson reflected on his career defining moments, his philosophical shift away from competitive anxiety, and a memorable gym session with batting icon Virat Kohli that reshaped his perspective on elite athleticism.Sanju Samson opens up about the success advice Virat Kohli gave him…

Trent Rockets clash with London Spirit in Match 8 of The Hundred Men’s Competition 2026 at the iconic Trent Bridge in Nottingham. Both franchises head into this high-stakes fixture eager to turn their fortunes around after stumbling in their respective tournament openers.The Rockets fell short against Birmingham Phoenix in their first outing despite a spirited half-century from opener Tom Banton. Back on home turf, skipper Sam Billings will look to harness a formidable batting line-up featuring explosive talents like Ben Duckett, Finn Allen, and Tim David. Their bowling unit, spearheaded by Matt Henry, Calvin Harrison, and veteran fast bowler Mohammad…

Former England captain Jos Buttler delighted cricket fans by sharing a heartfelt gift he received from Rohit Sharma following the recently concluded ODI series between England and India. The wicketkeeper-batter took to Instagram Stories to post a picture of an autographed Team India ODI jersey gifted by the Indian opener, expressing his admiration for Rohit with a touching message. The exchange quickly went viral, highlighting the mutual respect shared between two modern-day greats who have enjoyed several memorable battles in both international and franchise cricket.Jos Buttler shares Rohit Sharma’s special gift after ODI seriesButtler posted a picture of the signed…

West Indies and Pakistan are all set to kick off their two-match Test series at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba, Trinidad, beginning on July 25. The contest forms an important part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, with both teams eager to make a strong start and collect valuable points.Pakistan head into the series after a confidence-boosting drawn warm-up match against the West Indies Select XI, where Test captain Babar Azam and youngster Azan Awais struck impressive centuries, while Mohammad Ali impressed with a five-wicket haul. The hosts, meanwhile, are expected to make full use…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially locked in London’s iconic Kennington Oval as the host venue for the 2027 World Test Championship (WTC) Final. Scheduled to take place from Wednesday, June 9 to Sunday, June 13, 2027, the showpiece clash will crown the premier red-ball team in world cricket after a gruelling two-year cycle. This decision marks a significant milestone on the global sporting calendar, aligning with the 150th anniversary celebrations of Test cricket.ICC finalises host venue for the 2027 World Test Championship finalThe ECB secured multi-edition hosting rights for the 2027, 2029, and 2031 WTC finals, leaving the…

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has moved swiftly to reshape the leadership of the national side after Hashmatullah Shahidi stepped down from the Test and ODI captaincy. Shahidi’s resignation marked the end of a memorable chapter in Afghanistan cricket, with the left-handed batter overseeing one of the team’s most successful periods in the 50-over format.With Afghanistan preparing for an important five-match ODI series against Ireland next month, the board has already confirmed its new leadership structure. Along with naming a new captain, the ACB has also appointed a vice-captain as the team looks to build on the progress made in…