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Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant paid tribute to veteran cricketer Wriddhiman Saha after his retirement. Saha, a notable figure in Indian cricket, leaves behind a legacy with impressive records both internationally and domestically. He played his last season in the Ranji Trophy, receiving a guard of honour from his Bengal teammates. Saha's contributions also extended to the IPL with multiple franchises.
The 10m air rifle mixed team event at the National Games saw Punjab's Arjun Babuta and Ojasvi Thakur winning gold with a 16-12 victory over Maharashtra's Arya Borse and Rudrankksh Patil. West Bengal secured bronze. Punjab's Simranpreet Kaur Brar topped the women's 25m pistol qualification round, setting the stage for a competitive final.
India took a commanding 2-0 lead against Togo in the Davis Cup World Group I play-off tie. Sasikumar Mukund and Ramkumar Ramanathan delivered dominant performances in their singles matches, both securing straight-set victories. With N Sriram Balaji and Rithvik Choudary Bollipalli set to play next, India is well-positioned to seal their place in the World Group I.
Former cricketer Ambati Rayudu shares his view on Virat Kohli's return to Ranji Trophy, suggesting that Kohli needs time to regain his confidence rather than playing domestic cricket. Despite Kohli's recent struggles, Rayudu believes in Kohli's abilities and urges respect and patience for the batting icon to rediscover his form.
Argentina edged out Norway 3-2 in Davis Cup qualifying, advancing to the second round. Casper Ruud's victories for Norway weren't enough as Mariano Navone's win in the final rubber secured Argentina's progression. Australia, Germany, and the United States hold strong positions, while ties featuring Brazil, France, and others begin Saturday.
India pacer Harshit Rana created history by making a mid-match T20I debut as a concussion substitute in the fourth T20I against England. Though his three key wickets were vital in India's 15-run win, it ignited debate about the fairness of the substitution. Critics like Michael Vaughan questioned the like-for-like replacement judgment.
Harshit Rana's 3-33 on his T20I debut helped India secure a 15-run victory over England, giving them a 3-1 series lead. Rana's entry as a concussion substitute proved decisive. Despite England’s Saqib Mahmood’s remarkable triple-wicket maiden, India, powered by Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dube, posted 181/9 and defended it successfully.
Greg Bell, the 1956 Olympic long jump champion, passed away at the age of 94. Bell was known for his impressive leaps, including his personal best of 8.10 meters. He also achieved significant victories at the NCAA Championships and the 1959 Pan American Games. Bell was a respected dentist for 50 years.
Steve Smith's unbeaten 104 propelled Australia to 330-2 on day one of the opening Test in Galle on Wednesday, surpassing 10,000 Test runs alongside Usman Khawaja's 147. The pair's unbroken 195-run stand frustrated Sri Lanka. Smith became the fourth Australian to reach the milestone, joining cricket legends Allan Border, Steve Waugh, and Ricky Ponting.
ICC Chair Jay Shah on Wednesday praised Coldplay's monumental concert in Ahmedabad, marking the largest ever with 134,000 attendees. He highlighted India’s evolving status as a global entertainment hub and the seamless coordination of the event on Republic Day. The successful event, lauded for its organisation, significantly uplifted the state's economy.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan praised Australian batsman Steve Smith for surpassing 10,000 runs in Test cricket, joining legends like Don Bradman. Smith's adaptability and unique batting technique have earned him recognition among the top cricketers. His evolution from a leg-spinner to a leading batsman, with 34 Test centuries, highlights his significant contributions to the sport.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) remains confident about the readiness of Karachi's National Stadium for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 starting February 19. Despite significant challenges and delays in the renovation efforts, PCB officials maintain optimism. Concerns persist until possession of the upgraded stadiums is confirmed by the Board.
Young Mumbai all-rounder Suryansh Shedge, picked by Punjab Kings in the 2025 IPL auction, looks forward to building chemistry with skipper Shreyas Iyer and learning from legendary Australian Ricky Ponting in his debut season. Shedge's excitement is also fueled by reuniting with Mumbai teammate Musheer Khan in the same team.
The ICC announced that tickets for the World Test Championship final between South Africa and Australia at Lord’s will be available from January 31. The final starts on June 11, featuring South Africa’s first appearance and reigning champions Australia. Ticket prices begin at £45 for adults and £15 for Under-16s.
Virat Kohli made a heartwarming return to the Ranji Trophy after 12 years, joining the Delhi team at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Kohli, who played his last match for Delhi in 2012, shared nostalgic moments with his former coach Mahesh Bhati and the young team. Excitement builds for the Delhi vs. Railways match on January 30.
New Zealand fast bowler Trent Boult humorously described how he would bowl the first over to cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, detailing a deceptive strategy involving a surprise bouncer. Boult is currently playing in SA20 2025 for MI Cape Town, where he has taken five wickets in seven matches, helping his team secure second place in the standings.
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has heavily criticised Marcus Rashford, stating the forward has let down his teammates and should be removed from the dressing room. Scholes highlighted Rashford’s poor attitude and influence on younger players. Manager Ruben Amorim and former player Rio Ferdinand also expressed their disappointment, raising doubts about Rashford’s future at Old Trafford.
Virat Kohli is set to play in Delhi's final Ranji Trophy group match against Railways, marking his first domestic cricket appearance since 2012. He joined the Delhi team for an intense practice session on Tuesday. Despite being offered the captaincy, Kohli declined the role, and Ayush Badoni will continue to lead the side.
Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh praised ILT20 Season 3's competition and standout performances, especially highlighting Gulf Giants' Aayan Afzal Khan. He also commended the Desert Vipers’ strong team. Harbhajan noted impressive bowling by Fazalhaq Farooqi and Mohammed Amir, and emphasized the league's importance for UAE cricket development. The ILT20 features six teams in 34 matches across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.
Virat Kohli returns to domestic cricket, marking his first appearance in the Ranji Trophy after a decade. His practice session showcased sharp footwork in football and impressive strokes against spinners and pacers, raising anticipation for the upcoming clash on January 30. This match marks his return to the Ranji Trophy after more than a decade, with his last appearance for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh dating back to 2012. For Kohli, it was more than a comeback—it was a homecoming.
World Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, 18, admits dealing with success has been challenging but credits his support system for keeping him grounded. Competing in the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025, Gukesh aspires to reach his full potential and still sees Magnus Carlsen as the world's best. Despite his age, he remains focused on improving.
Desert Vipers achieved an impressive eight-wicket win over Sharjah Warriorz, highlighted by UAE debutant Khuzaima Tanveer's remarkable 4/22. Sam Curran praised Tanveer's promising future. Alex Hales (83*) and Curran (52*) led a swift chase to seal victory in 14.5 overs, showcasing the Vipers' dominant performance and the potential of local talent.
The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 is set to feature thrilling matches with India and Pakistan facing off. Tickets for Pakistan-hosted matches go on sale on 28 January 2025, while India's Dubai matches will be announced soon. This tournament is significant as Pakistan hosts their first global cricket event since 1996.
Vinod Kambli's wife, Andrea Hewitt, shared insights about his struggles with alcohol addiction, facing over 14 rehab attempts. Their 17-year marriage went through significant challenges, including Hewitt filing for divorce and reporting domestic abuse in February 2023. Despite this, Hewitt emphasized the support from their son, Jesus Christiano Kambli, during tough times.
India's new batting coach, Sitanshu Kotak, aims to help key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli regain their form. Kotak emphasizes learning from seasoned players and providing input at the right moment. He also acknowledges that Suryakumar Yadav's selfless, aggressive playstyle sometimes leads to dismissals as part of the T20 game strategy.
India's top-ranked singles player Sumit Nagal has dropped out of the ATP top-100 rankings after 10 months due to lackluster performances. Rohan Bopanna also slipped out of the top-20 doubles rankings after an early Australian Open exit. Several other Indian players remain in the top-100 and top-600 rankings, with some set to compete in the Davis Cup.
World number one Jannik Sinner withdraws from the ATP 500 tournament in Rotterdam to prioritize rest after his Australian Open victory. Sinner, last year's Rotterdam champion, decided with his team to allow his body to recuperate. Despite his and Grigor Dimitrov's absence, the tournament will feature top players like Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev.
Shai Hope expressed happiness with Dubai Capitals' 207-run chase against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in ILT20. Hope and Gulbadin Naib's 135-run partnership played a key role. Hope remains unbeaten with 74 runs, while Naib scored 80 runs. Dubai Capitals lead the points table after winning three consecutive matches. They aim to continue this form against Sharjah Warriorz.
During a post-match conference after Pakistan's loss to the West Indies, Shan Masood expressed dissatisfaction with a journalist's disrespectful question about his captaincy. Masood emphasised respect for players and stated the decision on leadership lies with the PCB. He highlighted the team's struggle to dismiss lower-order batsmen and the importance of seizing opportunities in Tests.
Noman Ali made history as Pakistan's first spinner to claim a hat trick, leading West Indies' collapse to 163 on the first day of the second Test in Multan. His figures of 6-41 were instrumental, supported by Sajid Khan's 2-64. Gudakesh Motie's career-best 55 helped the visitors avoid a worse situation following a dramatic batting collapse.
Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin supports Ajit Agarkar amidst debates over India's Champions Trophy squad. He acknowledges the challenges faced by selectors due to India's deep talent pool. Ashwin stresses the need for prioritising performances under pressure, citing players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Ruturaj Gaikwad, and the importance of a structured approach in selecting players for major tournaments.
Indian cricketers Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma, and Richa Ghosh have been selected in the ICC Women's T20I Team of 2024, highlighting their remarkable performances over the year. The star-studded team also features players from South Africa, Sri Lanka, West Indies, England, Australia, Ireland, and Pakistan, underscoring the global nature of the competition.
Significant upgrades have been made to Gaddafi Stadium and National Bank Stadium, including new chairs, state-of-the-art LED lights, and large digital replay screens, enhancing the overall spectator and broadcast experience. New hospitality enclosures are nearly complete, for players and officials. Pakistan will start their Champions Trophy campaign against New Zealand in Karachi on February 19.
Arshdeep Singh has become India's leading T20I bowler, overtaking Yuzvendra Chahal with 97 wickets in 61 matches. Former cricketer Aakash Chopra praised Singh's ability to swing the ball both ways and his intelligent use of variations. Singh's skill set, including high-arm action and bounce, makes him a standout left-arm pacer in T20 cricket.
Former Pakistan cricketer Rashid Latif criticized the decision to make Indian veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play domestic cricket ahead of significant white-ball fixtures. He believes they should focus on upcoming international assignments, citing their past success in major tournaments without needing domestic matches. Latif expressed that Rohit and Kohli should focus on their upcoming white-ball assignments against England and next month’s Champions Trophy in Dubai.
Veteran cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara celebrated his 37th birthday with a touching tribute from his wife, Puja. Despite not being in the Indian national team since June 2023, Pujara's impressive career continues at the domestic level. The BCCI also honored his contributions to cricket. Pujara remains a source of inspiration both on and off the field.
Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa, now an SA20 broadcaster, praises the SA20 league as transformative for South African cricket, ranking it second only to the IPL. He highlights its role in discovering talent like Luandri Pretorius and attracting international stars such as Joe Root. Uthappa fondly recalls his 2007 T20 World Cup debut in South Africa.
Noman Ali became Pakistan’s first spinner to claim a Test hat-trick, achieving this during the second Test against the West Indies at Multan. Dismissing Justin Greaves, Tevin Imlach, and Kevin Sinclair in consecutive deliveries, he joins an elite group of Pakistani bowlers who have previously achieved Test hat tricks. The last Pakistani to claim a Test hat trick before Noman was Naseem Shah, who achieved the feat against Bangladesh at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in February 2020.
The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) returns with its second season, featuring tennis-ball cricket from January 26 to February 15. The event will host matches in Mumbai and fan parks in six cities. Teams owned by Bollywood stars and live performances by artists like Palak Muchhal will add to the entertainment, celebrating India's passion for cricket.
Sanju Samson's exclusion from India's ICC Champions Trophy squad has sparked surprise, with Harbhajan Singh criticising the decision due to Samson's impressive ODI average. Singh also questioned the omission of leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal and voiced concerns over Yashasvi Jaiswal's role in the team. Key players like Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli lead the squad.
Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed cited the lack of domestic four-day cricket as the reason for Shaheen Shah Afridi's absence from the Test lineup. Javed emphasised the need for fast bowlers to balance league and four-day matches to maintain their stamina for Test cricket. He also defended Pakistan's use of spin-friendly pitches to secure home victories.
Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav's humorous comment about Royal Challengers Bengaluru needing a trophy instead of a goalkeeper sparked a social media uproar. The remark, referencing RCB's elusive IPL title, entertained many but irked RCB fans. Kuldeep, known for his vital contributions to India's team, later clarified on Twitter, urging fans to relax.
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner triumphed over Ben Shelton with a 7-6 (2), 6-2, 6-2 victory in Melbourne, despite battling cramps. After an intense first set, Sinner's experience showed as he broke Shelton multiple times. The American's 55 unforced errors contributed to his loss, and Sinner played through pain to clinch the win and secure his second consecutive final.
India, buoyant after their first T20I victory against England, looks to continue their dominant run in the second match on Saturday. With the return of pacer Mohammed Shami and a strong spin attack, India aims to capitalize on England's weakness against spin. England hopes to improve by introducing fast bowler Brydon Carse to counter India's aggressive play.
During the Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match, Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane was recalled to the crease minutes after being dismissed due to a no-ball by J&K’s Umar Nazir. Despite the rare intervention, Rahane was soon dismissed again. Shardul Thakur’s unbeaten century helped Mumbai recover to 274/7, gaining a lead of 188 runs.
Zimbabwe have announced their squads for the upcoming home series against Ireland, including a one-off Test, three ODIs, and three T20Is. Uncapped players Vincent Masekesa and Nicholas Welch have been included in the Test squad. Sean Williams returns after injury, while the ODI and T20I squads see several changes. The series begins on 6th February in Bulawayo.
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has recommended including young opener Sam Konstas in the playing XI for the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka. Ponting believes Konstas' earlier debut performance against India warrants him valuable experience in the challenging Sri Lankan conditions. He emphasizes investing in Konstas' Test career for future benefits.
Round 6 of the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025 saw Indian players making significant strides. Arjun Erigaisi drew with top-seeded Fabiano Caruana, while Praggnanandhaa and Gukesh also held their ground against strong opponents. Alexey Sarana scored the day's only decisive victory. In the Challengers section, Vaishali Rameshbabu secured a draw, but Divya Deshmukh suffered a defeat.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape recorded their fourth consecutive win, reaching second place on the SA20 table. Key performances included captain Aiden Markram's 43, Marco Jansen's strong bowling, and contributions from Tristan Stubbs and David Bedingham. Joburg Super Kings acknowledged the Sunrisers' tight bowling, leading to their 14-run victory and a competitive total of 165-4.
Aryna Sabalenka and Madison Keys, both on 11-match winning streaks, will face off in the 2025 Australian Open women's singles final. Sabalenka aims for a historic three-peat and fourth Grand Slam title, while Keys seeks her first Grand Slam singles championship. The winner will receive $3.5 million and 2,000 ranking points.
