Shubman Gill (Darren England/AAPImage via AP) Shubman Gill’s rise in Indian cricket has been nothing short of meteoric. Already leading the national side in Tests and ODIs and serving as vice-captain in T20Is, many see him as India’s next all-format captain and face of the team. Yet, in the shortest format, a new narrative seems…
India face a selection dilemma ahead of their first Test against World Test Championship winners South Africa on November 14 (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: India face a selection dilemma ahead of their first Test against World Test Championship winners South Africa on November 14, with vice-captain Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel both vying for the…
Pakistan’s Muhammad Shahzad copies Hardik Pandya’s iconic celebration Pakistan secured their sixth Hong Kong Sixes title with a remarkable performance this weekend. They narrowly defeated Australia in the semifinals and claimed a convincing 43-run victory over Kuwait in the final.The Pakistani team displayed dominance throughout the tournament at the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok,…
NEW DELHI: Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has thrown his weight behind wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel, praising the youngster’s phenomenal run of form ahead of the upcoming Test series against South Africa, starting November 14 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Taking to X, Ashwin wrote, “Dhruv Jurel is…
Despite his retirement from T20Is, Rohit Sharma remains Hashim Amla’s favorite T20 batter among current stars. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Former South Africa captain Hashim Amla has heaped praise on Rohit Sharma, calling him one of his favourite T20 batters in the world right now. In a recent interview with Shubhankar Mishra, Amla’s admiration…
File pic – Afghanistan cricket team (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Former Afghanistan cricketer and current chief selector Asadullah Khan has lashed out at Cricket Australia (CA) for its continued refusal to play bilateral series against Afghanistan, calling the move “unfair, political, and against the gentleman’s spirit” of the game.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube…
Akash Kumar Choudhary (X Photo) NEW DELHI: Records tumbled in Surat on Sunday as Meghalaya’s Akash Kumar Choudhary etched his name into cricketing folklore, blasting the fastest-ever fifty in First-Class history — a stunning 11-ball half-century — during a Ranji Trophy Plate Group clash against Arunachal Pradesh.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE…
South Africa A’s Jordan Hermann and Marques Ackerman walk back to the pavilion. (PTI Photo) BENGALURU: Much like the aircraft taking off at Kempegowda International Airport, which, together with picturesque Nandi Hills, makes for a stunning backdrop for the BCCI Centre of Excellence here, South Africa ‘A’ soared on Sunday, effecting an exhilarating come-from-behind win…
Dhruv Jurel, with his sensational form in the India A unofficial Tests against South Africa A, has made it increasingly difficult to overlook himself for the Tests against South Africa starting November 14. (Images via Screengrabs, ANI) Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra believes wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel has made a strong case for inclusion in India’s…
Pakistan beat Kuwait in the final. (Pic credit: Hong Kong Sixes) NEW DELHI: Pakistan etched their name in record books, becoming the most successful team in Hong Kong Sixes history with a commanding 43-run victory over Kuwait in the 2025 final on Sunday. The triumph at Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, marks Pakistan’s sixth title,…
Sophie Devine’s bizarre dismissal (Video grabs) A bizarre dismissal of Perth Scorchers captain Sophie Devine left players and fans stunned during the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) clash against Sydney Sixers at the WACA Ground on Sunday. The strange sequence, captured on camera and later shared by the WBBL’s official handle with the caption “Now…
Jemimah Rodrigues of Brisbane Heat plays a shot. (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: After basking in the glory of India’s historic ICC Women’s World Cup triumph, Jemimah Rodrigues’ return to competitive cricket proved to be an anti-climax. The star batter managed only six runs as her side Brisbane Heat suffered a seven-wicket defeat to Melbourne Renegades…
Quinton de Kock and MS Dhoni (Agency Photos) South Africa’s wicket-keeper-batter Quinton de Kock has made a remarkable return to international cricket after coming out of retirement. In his first ODI series against Pakistan at Faisalabad’s Iqbal Stadium, he demonstrated exceptional batting prowess.De Kock opened for South Africa in all three matches, accumulating 239 runs…
Washington Sundar was named the Impact Player of the Series after India sealed a 2-1 win on Saturday (Screenrgabs/X) Washington Sundar’s consistency and composure through India’s T20I series in Australia were rewarded when he was named the “Impact Player of the Series” after the visitors clinched the contest 2-1. The all-rounder received the medal from…
BHOPAL: Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav has assured that Munna Singh Gaud, the father of women’s World Cup–winning cricketer Kranti Gaud, will be reinstated as police constable. Gaud was dismissed in 2012 after an alleged error during election duty.The announcement came during Kranti’s felicitation ceremony in Bhopal, where the CM commended the bowler for…
Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam added another feather to his illustrious career by completing 15,000 international runs (AFP Photo) Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam added another feather to his illustrious career by completing 15,000 international runs during the third ODI against South Africa on Saturday. The milestone came in the series decider at Iqbal Stadium,…
Suryakumar Yadav said Jasprit Bumrah’s presence had instilled a sense of accountability among the bowlers while also creating a strong bond within the group. (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav hailed Jasprit Bumrah’s impact on the team after India sealed a 2-1 T20I series win over Australia, highlighting the senior pacer’s experience, mentorship,…
Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Shah Rukh Khan extended remarkable support to cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara during his serious knee injury in 2010 (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Shah Rukh Khan extended remarkable support to cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara during his serious knee injury in 2010, arranging for his surgery in Cape Town after…
The Indian team had earlier declined to receive the Asia Cup winner’s trophy from PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as the Asian Cricket Council chairperson, citing his anti-India stance. (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav made a subtle reference to the ongoing Asia Cup trophy controversy while celebrating India’s…
India’s Richa Ghosh (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) Bengal’s first World Cup-winning cricketer Richa Ghosh received multiple honors at Eden Gardens on Saturday. The ceremony brought together cricket legends Sourav Ganguly, Jhulan Goswami, and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.The 22-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Siliguri received the Banga Bhushan award and was appointed Deputy Superintendent of Police. The West Bengal…
