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An innings defeat against India sours Afghanistan's Eid

A day that began on a good note for Afghanistan ended with them being totally outclassed as both Indian spinners Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravi Jadeja bagged 4-fers. Afghanistan collapsed twice on one day for 109 and 103, losing by an innings and 262 runs.

Afghanistan pull back things after India's dominant start

India (347-6) got off to an authoritative start with both openers Shikhar Dhawan (107) Murali Vijay (105) slamming centuries. The first two sessions were dominated by India, after which Afghanistan pulled back things to pick up a string of quick wickets.

Shikhar Dhawan Congratulated by BCCI

The BCCI congratulates Shikhar Dhawan for becoming the first Indian cricketer to score a century before Lunch on Day 1 of a Test. Dhawan blazed his way to an unbeaten 104 off 91 balls with 19 fours and three sixes in the historic Test against Afghanistan.

Smriti Mandhana to Play in Kia Super League

India Women’s Cricket team opener Smriti Mandhana will become the first Indian player to appear in Kia Super League (Women’s cricket super league in England). Smriti was signed by Western Storm and will represent them in the upcoming edition of the tournament that features six teams.

BCCI proud to host Afghanistan for their maiden Test

History was created in Bengaluru when India hosted Afghanistan in their first-ever Test at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Pulling out all stops to make this historic event a memorable affair, the BCCI hosted dignitaries from the Government of India and Afghanistan.

Why a pacer-friendly wicket for the India-Afghanistan Test is such an enticing prospect

Team India is all set to lock horns with Afghanistan for the latter’s inaugural Test match. Emotions will certainly be running high as the Afghans don their maiden national jersey for the five-day format, beginning from the 14th June in Bangalore.

Audio interview Ajinkya Rahane, Captain, Indian Cricket Team

Audio interview with Ajinkya Rahane the Indian Cricket Team captain speaking with the media at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 before the Afghanistan test.

ECB XI to face India A tourists

Rahul Dravid’s India A tourists will face an ECB XI in the first match of their England tour at Emerald Headingley on Sunday, as a result of Yorkshire’s progress in the Royal London One-Day Cup.

Navdeep Saini to replace Mohammed Shami in the Test team

The All-India Senior Selection Committee has named Navdeep Saini as Mohammed Shami’s replacement in the Indian Test team for the upcoming Paytm Test against Afghanistan. The announcement came after Mohd. Shami failed to clear the fitness test at NCA, Bengaluru.

England Lions squad for Tri-Series against India A and West Indies A

A 13-man England Lions squad has been named for the Tri-Series against India A and West Indies A that will be played in Derby, Leicester, Northampton and at the Kia Oval from June 22 – July 2.

Squads for India U19 Four-Day Games & One-Days Announced

The All-India Junior Selection Committee met today in Bengaluru to pick the India U19 squads for two four-day games & five one-days against hosts Sri Lanka, which are slated to be held from 11th July to 11th August, 2018.

Virat Kohli set to receive Polly Umrigar Award

Following his phenomenal show in the past two seasons, Team India captain Virat Kohli will be presented with the prestigious Polly Umrigar Award for the best international cricketer (2016-17 and 2017-18) at the BCCI Awards (Naman) to be held in Bengaluru on Tuesday, June 12th 2018.

Wriddhiman Saha ruled out of Afghanistan Test

Mr. Wriddhiman Saha has been ruled out of the one-off Paytm Test against Afghanistan to be held in Bengaluru from the 14th of June, 2018. Saha suffered an injury to his right thumb while playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the VIVO IPL Qualifier 2 against Kolkata Knight Riders on 25th May, 2018 at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata

'As a child, all I dreamt of was to play Test cricket' - Rohit Sharma

It came as a surprise for the fans when star Indian batsman Rohit Sharma was not included even in the Indian squad for the one-off Test against Afghanistan.

Afghanistan announce Test and T20I squad, pack the side with spinners

Afghanistan have announced their Test and T20I squad for the matches against India and Bangladesh respectively. They have packed the side with spinners, including as many as five spinners.

Wriddhiman Saha - Injury update

Mr Wriddhiman Saha suffered an injury to his right thumb while playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the VIVO IPL Qualifier 2 against Kolkata Knight Riders on 25th May 2018 at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

Shane Watson pummels Chennai Super Kings to stamp their authority on IPL 2018

Chennai Super Kings (181-2) celebrated their comeback to IPL in grand style as they clinched the trophy beating SunRisers Hyderabad (178-6) by 8 wickets

Al Jazeera broadcast "Cricket’s Match Fixers" - ECB Statement

In response to the Al Jazeera broadcast, “Cricket’s Match Fixers”, Tom Harrison, Chief Executive Officer of the ECB, said:

BCCI signs Letter of Intent with UN Environment

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and UN Environment signed an agreement to promote ‘green’ cricket in India

Tendulkar hails Rashid Khan as the best T20 spinner, Warne affirms

There are several Man of the Match awards to be had and numerous milestones to be achieved but when arguably the greatest batsman of his era Sachin Tendulkar crowns you as the best T20 spinner, it is certainly something to rejoice for Rashid Khan.

Kohli injury keeps him away from Surrey CCC availability

Virat Kohli suffered a neck injury while fielding during the Royal Challengers Bangalore and Sunrisers Hyderabad match on 17th May 2018 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.

Twitter reacts as CSK storm into the IPL Final courtesy of Faf du Plessis

It was a tight game that went right down to the last over as Faf du Plessis slammed a six to help CSK storm into the IPL finals.

Faf du Plessis helps Chennai Super Kings confirm IPL Final berth

Chennai Super Kings (140-8) beat Sunrisers Hyderabad (139-7) by 2 wickets as Faf du Plessis carried his bat in the Qualifier 1 of the IPL playoffs where the pendulum kept swinging from one side to the other.

Twitter welcomes the first ever IPL Women's match with open arms

In a match that went down to the wire, Supernovas (130-7) beat Trailblazers (129-6) by 3 wickets on the last ball of the match.

IPL Eliminator - Kolkata favourites at home against lucky Rajasthan

The Rajasthan Royals (RR) will be hoping for luck to remain on their side as they take on the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the elimination game between the third and the fourth spot.

Ricky Ponting perplexed by Maxwell's string of failures in IPL

Following the exit of Delhi Daredevils from IPL 2018, Head Coach Ricky Ponting feels that Maxwell is a very talented cricketer who just had an off season.

Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad log heads in battle of Supremacy

After a month and a half of madness where monstrous sixes were hit, brilliant catches were taken, questionable decisions were made – both by teams and umpires, the 11th edition of the Indian Premier League is ready for its first qualifier.

Chennai Super Kings confirm 2nd spot beating Kings XI Punjab by 5 wickets

In a match that was all about mathematical calculations and canny strategies, Chennai Super Kings (159-5) beat Kings XI Punjab (153-10) by 5 wickets. They will now clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday.

Twitter grows emotional as MI are sent off packing

Twitter was flooded with emotions as MI were ruled out of the IPL 2018 after loss against DD.

Mumbai Indians come tantalizingly close but wither away ultimately

Delhi Daredevils (174-4) beat Mumbai Indians (163-10) by 11 runs to knock them out of IPL 2018 as DD have a graceful exit from the tournament after clinching back to back victories.

Royal Challengers Bangalore crash out of IPL 2018

Rajasthan Royals (164-5) beat Royal Challengers Bangalore (134-10) by 30 runs owing to a 80-run knock from Rahul Tripathi and a 4-fer from Shreyas Gopal to still stand a chance of making it to the playoffs.

Kings XI face uphill task against Super Kings

By the time this match starts, the playoffs spots could well be sealed and the Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) might well be regretting their sloppy form in the middle to end stages of the tournament.

Delhi Daredevils look to strangle Mumbai Indians out of playoffs contention

Having put on one of their better performances of the season, the Delhi Daredevils (DD) will be looking to ruin the party for the Mumbai Indians (MI), who, by the start of this match would know exactly what to do if they are to make it to the playoffs.

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