Author: Divyansh Mishra

Shreyas Iyer has opted out of the Test series against West Indies starting October 2. Iyer won’t be in the India squad for the two-match series which will be announced later today. He told BCCI that he’s taking a six-month break from red-ball cricket as he’s been having recurring back spasms and stiffness while playing the longer format. The 30-year-old will also miss the Irani Cup final between Ranji champions Vidarbha and Rest of India. Shreyas Iyer has told BCCI about his decision to take a six-month break from red-ball cricket. After back surgery in the UK and a good…

Tensions between India and Pakistan are still simmering after the Asia Cup Super 4 match in Dubai last Sunday. India has officially complained to the ICC about Pakistani cricketers Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan. The BCCI sent the complaint on Wednesday and the ICC has confirmed they received it. The issue? India says Rauf and Farhan made provocative gestures during the match. If they deny the charges in writing, the ICC will hold a hearing. They might even have to explain themselves to ICC Elite Panel Referee Richie Richardson. But that’s not all. Word is the PCB is filing a…

According to Kroll, Virat Kohli is still India’s most valuable celebrity brand, worth $231.1 million in 2024. He was number one in 2023 with a brand value of $227.9 million and previously in 2020, 2021 and 2017-2020 with $237.7 million. The top three remained the same in 2024. Ranveer Singh is next at $170.7 million, followed by Shah Rukh Khan at $145.7 million. The total brand value of the top 25 Indian celebrities was $2 billion in 2024, up 9% from 2023. Umakanta Panigrahi, at Kroll, said Kohli is the only celebrity to have held the number one spot compared…

Yuvraj Singh is now a trainer for Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya, who are batsmen for Punjab Kings. And before that, he helped train Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill who are some of the most exciting youngsters in the game today. Gill and Abhishek have really been the star players in Asia Cup 2025, giving India explosive starts with their batting. Gill and Abhishek have publicly declared that Yuvraj has helped them improve their game. A large number of cricket experts have also accredited Yuvraj with developing young talent. Yuvraj now is working with Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh and…

Before their match against Pakistan in the T20 Asia Cup, Bangladesh captain Jaker Ali said they respect all their opponents. He said they are more concerned about what they can do well. Historically Bangladesh has struggled against Pakistan in T20s, losing 20 of 25 matches. But they are feeling good after winning a series against Pakistan 2-1 at home in July. Jaker Ali told reporters they aren’t underestimating anyone. He thinks playing Pakistan twice before will really help them this time. Read Also:- Abhishek Sharma Creates History, Leaves Yuvraj Singh Behind in Records Pakistan are coming into this match after…

Abhishek Sharma continued his Asia Cup form, scoring his second consecutive fifty against Bangladesh in the Super 4 match in Dubai on Wednesday, September 24. He got to his fifty in 25 balls and finished with 75 off 37. Even with Abhishek’s quick start, India could only manage 168 for 6 in 20 overs. This is Abhishek’s second time scoring over 70 in a row in the Asia Cup, after his 74 against Pakistan in the first Super 4 game. By getting to his fifty in 25 balls, Abhishek has surpassed his mentor Yuvraj Singh. Now he has five fifties…

Mustafizur Rahman has made history. He is now the highest wicket taker for a Bangladeshi player in T20 Internationals. He’s also one of the few bowlers in the world to take 150 wickets in this format. Rahman achieved this feat in the Asia Cup Super Four match against India at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. He got Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav out, which was his 150th wicket. With that dismissal, he surpassed Shakib Al Hasan who had 149 wickets. Mustafizur is now in the company of some of the best T20I bowlers ever. Only three other bowlers have taken 150…

When the partnership looks strong and bowlers are struggling, run-outs can really mess things up. They’re super important in shorter games where one wicket can totally flip the script and give the fielding team a chance to get back in it. A good run-out shows how quick, fast and smart a player is during the game. Guys like MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja and AB de Villiers are true masters at turning these moments into game-changers. The ability to make perfect throws or smart calls when things get tough has got many a batsman. Here’s the list of players with most…

Last Sunday’s India vs Pakistan Super 4 match in the Asia Cup 2025 was more than just a cricket game. Some fans and experts on social media didn’t like how Pakistani players Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan behaved, calling them immature. Before Pakistan’s last Super 4 match against Bangladesh, pacer Shaheen Afridi was asked about Rauf and Farhan’s actions. Shaheen told reporters on Wednesday that the team should be more focused on playing cricket than on field celebrations. Our job is to play cricket. Everyone can express themselves however they want, Shaheen said about the criticism against Haris and Sahibzada.…

Shreyas Iyer has reportedly asked for an indefinite break from red-ball cricket. He says he’s tired and has a back injury. This comes just before the new Ranji season and raises doubts over whether Iyer will play for Mumbai. Iyer pulled out of India A’s second match against Australia A at the last minute citing personal reasons and went home. Dhruv Jurel took over as captain. According to the Indian Express, Iyer told the BCCI he needs time off from red-ball cricket due to fitness issues. Sources say his back isn’t fit and he can’t stay on the field for…