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Shreya Ghoshal has officially confirmed her return as a judge for Indian Idol Season 16, sharing a sneak peek from the show's set on her Instagram Story. Singer Shreya Ghoshal will soon return to the judge's chair of Indian Idol Season 16. The singer has officially confirmed her return in her latest social media post. Shreya took to her Instagram Story and teased that she has kicked off the filming of the upcoming season of Indian Idol. She shared a photo from the set of the reality singing sho
Mumbai, January 10: India tearaway Varun Aaron on Friday announced his retirement from "representative cricket" bringing an end to his journey, which began in 2011. In a country that has starved for explosive pacers, Varun announced himself to the world as a genuine quick. He made the headlines by clocking 153 kph during the 2010-11 Vijay Hazare Trophy final against Gujarat. With the sheer pace with which he bowled and consistent performances, Varun looked set to become the next big thing in the world of cricket. ICC Chairman Jay Shah To Be Felicitated by BCCI During Special General Meeting. ...Read More >
India can handle transition better than anyone: Ricky Ponting The India National Cricket Team is all set to begin a new era under Shubman Gill in England without two of their greatest batters, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who announced their retirement from the longest format of the game last month. As India is set to face England in a five-match Test series, starting on June 20 in Leeds, legendary Australian cricketer Ricky Ponting has shared his views on the young team's Test journey without the iconic batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma and their replacements in the lineup. Ponting has ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne feels that the World Test Championship (WTC) final against "well-balanced" South Africa at Lord's is going to be another "great match". Australia last faced South Africa in a Test series in 2022-23, with the hosts running out 2-0 winners Down Under. "South Africa have been a very good team in this cycle, on paper it's a well-balanced side and they have some really nice players," Labuschagne told ICC. "It will be a good challenge for us, and we are going to have to be on our game. Playing at Lord's is always special with ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 28: Ahead of kickstarting their five-match T20I series against India at Trent Bridge, England seamer Lauren Bell said she is hoping the challenge of bowling to the opening pair of Smriti Mandhana and a returning Shafali Verma should bring out the best in herself and her team. Lauren, who was amongst the wicket-takers in the five games she played against the West Indies, signed off by welcoming Sophie Ecclestone's return to the set-up after having taken a break to prioritise her well-being and recover from a sore quad. IND-W vs ENG-W 1st T20I 2025: Smriti Mandhana Expresses Happine ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced the appointment of Sanjog Gupta as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO). A highly respected figure in the global media, entertainment, and sports ecosystems, Sanjog will assume office on July 7, 2025, becoming the seventh CEO of the ICC, according to a release from the ICC. Sanjog Gupta currently serves as CEO of Sports & Live Experiences at JioStar and brings with him over two decades of cross-functional experience. Sanjog is a visionary leader with proven expertise in building successful consumer franc ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 17 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) President Jagan Mohan Rao and four other office-bearers in connection with the allegations of forgery of documents and misappropriation of funds early this month. Telangana Cricket Association (TCA) wrote a letter to CID seeking a further deeper investigation and to take appropriate Criminal action against Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) President Jagan Mohan Rao and other Apex Council Members of HCA, along with MLC K. Kavitha, MLA KTR, and Pratap, former Di ...Read More >
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Pakistan will play its share of matches in next year's inaugural blind women's T20 World Cup in either Nepal or Sri Lanka after a hybrid model for the event was finalised at the World Blind Cricket Council's (WBCC) Annual General Meeting in Multan. New Delhi, Dec 3 (PTI) Pakistan will play its share of matches in next year's inaugural blind women's T20 World Cup in either Nepal or Sri Lanka after a hybrid model for the event was finalised at the World Blind Cricket Council's (WBCC) Annual General Meeting in Multan. The development comes ...Read More >
(Also read: Sakshi Dhoni's touching gesture for Bengaluru family who wanted pic with MS Dhoni on flight) Known for his calm and composed demeanour on the cricket field, Dhoni, often referred to as "Captain Cool", surprised his followers with his spontaneous and energetic participation in the cultural dance. The video presented a side of the iconic cricketer that fans don't usually associate with the man famed for his leadership during India's 2011 ICC ODI World Cup and 2007 T20 World Cup victories. The legendary cricketer's willingness to embrace and enjoy local culture while spending time wi ...Read More >
Hyderabad: In a significant boost for 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbharta' in the aerospace and defence sector, and Hyderabad's growing stature as a global aerospace hub, the complete fuselage of the Rafale fighter jet will now be made in India at Hyderabad. This move marks the first time that these Rafale components will be manufactured outside France for the Indian as well as global markets.French aerospace major Dassault Aviation has signed four production transfer agreements with Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) for manufacturing key sections of the Rafale fighter jet, including the lateral ...Read More >
Australia has won the second Test against the West Indies by 133 runs to retain the Frank Worrell Trophy with a 2-0 series lead. Set the daunting target of 277 in a low-scoring match on a two-paced pitch which made free stroke play almost impossible, the home side were bundled out for 143 off 34.3 overs for the visitors to take an unbeatable 2-0 lead and extend their 20-year hold on the Frank Worrell Trophy. West Indies vs Australia Test & T20I Series | Watch every ball LIVE with ESPN, availabl ...Read More >
Dubai, July 8 (UNI) India spinner Deepti Sharma is on the cusp of becoming the No.1 ranked bowler in T20I cricket after she moved within eight rating points of top spot on the latest ICC Women's T20I Player Rankings. Deepti has sat inside the top 10 rankings for T20I bowlers for the majority of the last six years, but the 27-year-old has never held the top position despite the fact she has maintained great consistency in recent times. The latest update to the T20I rankings has seen Deepti gain one spot and overtake Australia pacer Annabel Sutherland to regain second place on the rankings, wi ...Read More >
During the recording of (What's the Story) Morning Glory?, the Gallagher brothers had one of their bigger rows. Noel swung a cricket bat at Liam. Paul McGuigan was the Oasis bassist at the time. He's a huge cricket fan. The biggest comebacks of the summer are happening all at once. Last week it was Oasis in Cardiff, this week Jofra Archer at Lord's, scene of his champagne super over in the 2019 World Cup final and felling of Steve Smith on Test debut. He was electric. Archer's return to play in the third Test against India on Thursday is remarkable. More than four years away, his career thr ...Read More >
NEW ZEALAND: A pair of former cricket legends Martin Crowe and Graham Thorpe will be honoured as New Zealand and England announced that future Test matches between the two sides will be played for the Crowe-Thorpe Trophy, according to ICC. The trophy will pay tribute to New Zealand legend Martin Crowe and England great Graham Thorpe, with the winner of all future series between the two countries to be awarded the trophy. Crowe made 17 Test centuries at an average of 45.36 across a 14-year international career last century, while Thorpe almost mirrored those stats with 16 Test hundreds with a ...Read More >
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New Delhi [India], November 29 (ANI): Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting lauded star Indian batter Virat Kohli for a century against Australia at Perth, pointing out how trusting his game during the second innings paid off well for him. After a terrible home Test season against Bangladesh and New Zealand, with horrific outings against the Kiwis in a losing cause, Virat rose above all critics, questioning and doubts with yet another magnificent ton at Perth's Optus Stadium. With this century, he shattered many records as a visiting batter and continued his love affair with playing in Aust ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 26 (ANI): India's T20 World Cup winning skipper Rohit Sharma capturing the short format's biggest prize for Men in Blue last year, calling it the 'best moment of his life' where 'each over had its own story'. On June 29, 2024 in Barbados, India ended a 11-year-long ICC Trophy drought, beating South Africa by seven runs to capture the ICC T20 World Cup title for the second time. This was Rohit's 2nd ICC T20 WC title and his first ICC title as a captain, after the heartbreak of losing to Australia in the final of ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at home following a ...Read More >
Birmingham, July 2 (UNI) Having stated his availability only for three out of the five Tests, the visitors are yet to make a call on Jasprit Bumrah's selection for the Edgbaston Test. India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate spoke about the potential participation of the star quick in the Edgbaston Test, ahead of the second match of the series against England. "He is available for the game, we know from the start that he is going to be playing only three out of the five Tests," he said. "He has obviously had only eight days to recover from the last Test. Given the workload and conditions, w ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharahtra) [India], July 7 (ANI): A MS Dhoni turned 44 on Monday, tribute poured in from all corner of the cricketing world. Kiran More, who played a crucial role in identifying Dhoni potential at the dometic level and backing him for the national team, recalled the tar hitter talent a he made hi international debut in 2004. More hared hi firt impreion of the Ranchi-born cricketer, who would go on to become one of India mot iconic captain. At that time, if you looked at our batting order, you had Sourav Ganguly, Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman -- all thee player. Yuvraj S ...Read More >
Also Read: Vizag Giri Pradakshina: Traffic Curbs Announced Across Key Routes ICC Chairman Jay Shah expressed deep grief and extended condolences to Shinwari's family and the Afghan cricket community. "Bismillah was a prominent umpire respected by players, peers, and officials alike. He was a regular on the international cricket circuit and had a long career ahead of him," Shah said in a statement. "His contributions to the game were huge, and he will be deeply missed by the cricket community. We are profoundly saddened by this loss and extend our condolences to his family and loved ones." ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): New Pakistan white-ball coach Mike Hesson has revealed the steps that experienced duo Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi must take to work their way back into the T20I side, according to the ICC website. Babar and Shaheen played a major role in helping Pakistan to consecutive appearances in the knockout stages of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in 2021 and 2022, but have recently fallen out of favour in the shortest format and were notable absentees in Hesson's first squad that swept Bangladesh 3-0 on home soil at the start of last month. Hesson suggested Babar and S ...Read More >
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Kiwi batter Kane Williamson helped New Zealand seat in the driver's seat of the first Test match against England at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Thursday. Christchurch [New Zealand], November 28 (ANI): Kiwi batter Kane Williamson helped New Zealand seat in the driver's seat of the first Test match against England at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Thursday. At Day 01 stumps, New Zealand stood at 319/8 with Glenn Phillips (41*) and Tim Southee (10*) unbeaten on the crease. Also Read | Pakistan vs Zimbabwe Live Score Updates of 3rd ODI 2 ...Read More >
The much-delayed final schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 was set to announced at the start of this week after Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had agreed to the 'hybrid' model for the tournament. But PCB's new condition to agreeing to the proposal has put International Cricket Council (ICC) in a spot once again. The PCB have said that they will agree to the 'hybrid' model for the tournament if a similar model is implemented in all ICC tournaments hosted by India in the near future. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have categorically slammed the door on Pakistan over this ...Read More >
IMAGE: India players celebrate winning their second T20 World Cup, after beating South Africa in the final in Barbados, on Saturday, June 29, 2024. Photograph: Ash Allen/Reuters It's one year since India's historic triumph in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Final and skipper Rohit Sharma reminisced on the thrilling victory against South Africa. India ended an 11-year-long ICC Trophy drought, beating South Africa by seven runs to claim the ICC T20 World Cup title for the second time on June 29 last year, in Barbados. This was Rohit Sharma's 2nd ICC T20 WC title and his first ICC title as a capta ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 8: Zimbabwe fast bowler Kundai Matigimu has been fined 15 per cent of his match fees for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the ongoing second Test against South Africa at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. The incident took place on Day 1, during the 72nd over of South Africa's innings when Matigimu fielded a ball in his follow-through and threw it at batter Lhuan-de Pretorius, hitting him on the wrist at close range. ZIM vs SA 2nd Test 2025: Zimbabwe Opener Prince Masvaure Misses Second Match Against South Africa Due to Respiratory Tract Infection. Following t ...Read More >
CABI chairman Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar slammed Pakistani media for falsely reporting that India lost hosting rights for the Women's T20 World Cup for Blind, set for November 2025. He clarified that India secured hosting rights last year and recent discussions confirmed plans for a hybrid model involving Nepal or Sri Lanka if Pakistan participates. The confusion arises amid India’s refusal to visit Pakistan for the ongoing Men’s T20 Blind World Cup, citing government clearance issues. Kivadasannavar warned against spreading misinformation, emphasizing that Pakistan’s participation hinges on ...Read More >
Brisbane: Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar has called out the double standards of the Australian cricket pundits for their criticism of Mohammed Siraj's aggressive send-off to Travis Head in the Day/Night Test in Adelaide. Siraj and Head were at loggerheads after the Indian pacer got the Australian centurion bowled and gave him a send-off. While Head said that Siraj's reaction was uncalled for, the Indian pacer on his part countered that the southpaw never said "well bowled" which he claimed to have told the media. ICC warned Head and Siraj was fined 20 per cent of his match fee but what has irk ...Read More >
New Delhi: On this day in 2024, India defeated South Africa by 7 runs and lifted the T20 World Cup title at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. India posted a 177-run target for the Proteas in 20 overs after opting to bat first. Virat Kohli smashed 76 runs off 59 balls with the help of six boundaries and two maximums. Axar Patel also batted brilliantly and scored 47 runs off 31 balls, hitting four maximums and one boundary in his sensational knock. Chasing the target of 177 runs, Bumrah provided India their first breakthrough when he removed Reeza Hendricks in the second over of the run-chase, ...Read More >
New Delhi: As former India captain Sourav Ganguly turned 53 Tuesday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) extended a warm greeting to its ex-president, highlighting his stats from his stellar career. After making his international debut in an ODI match against the West Indies in the 1992 Benson and Hedges World Series, Ganguly served the country for 16 glorious years. The left-hander batter went on to be recognised as one of the greatest batters to have come out of India, particularly in ODIs. He scored 7212 runs in 113 Tests at an average of 42.17 with 16 centuries. In ODI crick ...Read More >
NEW DELHI (Reuters) -This year's Asia Cup hangs in the balance following the recent clashes between tournament hosts India and arch-rivals Pakistan. Already-soured relations between the nuclear-armed neighbours further worsened after four days of intense fighting before a ceasefire was announced last month. India are scheduled to host the Asia Cup, a flagship event of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), in September but uncertainty lingers over the T20 tournament. "To be honest, we have had no discussions within the board about the Asia Cup," a top official of the Indian cricket board (BCCI) t ...Read More >
Pune: Aggressive top-order batter and discarded India opener Prithvi Shaw has officially parted ways with the Mumbai Cricket Association and will represent the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) from the upcoming domestic season. This move is expected to strengthen the Maharashtra team further, and the announcement was made by the Maharashtra Cricket Association through a press release. Shaw has represented India in all three formats, Tests, ODIs, and T20Is, and has consistently impressed in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and domestic cricket with his aggressive batting and match-winning ...Read More >