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Truth behind Navjot Sidhu’s viral statement urging BCCI to sack Gambhir and Agarkar, and hand back captaincy to Rohit

Former India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu has found himself at the centre of social media chatter ahead of the second ODI between India and Australia. Here's what really happened and how it links to the ongoing debate around Indian cricket’s leadership transition.

'Don't be surprised if...': Sunil Gavaskar makes big Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma statement ahead of 2nd ODI

Sunil Gavaskar has made a big comment on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma ahead of the second ODI against Australia in Adelaide. Both players failed to make an impact in their first match back for India in more than seven months. Gavaskar has made a prediction on their form ahead of the upcoming game.

'But why is he talking all of this?': Ashwin reacts to ongoing war of words between Shami and Agarkar

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has reacted to the ongoing clash between pacer Mohammad Shami and chief selector Ajit Agarkar. Shami was once again snubbed from selection in the Indian team for Australia tour, following which he slammed Agarkar.

'It started from me': Smriti Mandhana takes the blame for India’s heartbreaking loss to England

India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana took responsibility for her team’s four-run loss to England in the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup. India now face must-win games against New Zealand and Bangladesh to keep their semifinal hopes alive.

How India can enter Women's World Cup semifinal after defeat against England

India’s path to the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup semifinals has become tricky after a narrow four-run loss to England on Sunday. With only one semifinal spot left, here's what India must do to qualify.

From control to collapse: India women's team disintegrating in clutch moments a worrying sign

India’s Women’s World Cup campaign suffered another heartbreaking twist in Indore as they collapsed from a position of dominance to lose against England. Despite strong efforts from Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma, India failed to finish the job, exposing once again their struggle to close out big games, which now threatens their semifinal hopes.

Identical scores, unequal stakes: How Rohit and Kohli’s returns told two different stories

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s return to international cricket ended in disappointment as both fell cheaply to Australia’s pace attack. While Rohit was undone by Josh Hazlewood’s precision, Kohli repeated an old mistake against Mitchell Starc.

'Biggest chokers in women's cricket': Harmanpreet Kaur & Co slammed after semifinal hopes suffer massive blow

India suffered a heartbreaking 4-run defeat against England in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, losing their third consecutive match. Fans criticised the team’s inability to close games as Harmanpreet Kaur called it a heartbreaking moment.

Pakistan slams ICC over statement on Afghan cricketers’ deaths: 'They should remain independent'

Pakistan dismissed the ICC’s statement on the deaths of three Afghan cricketers as biased and unverified. Pakistani minister questioned ICC's neutrality, while the Afghanistan Cricket Board urged decisive action against PCB following the Paktika airstrike.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s dismissals a warning sign; players and team must be ready

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s poor returns in their ODI comeback against Australia highlighted the challenges they, as well as the team, might face ahead. As they eye the 2027 World Cup, both veterans must get ready for a tough road that comes with lack of match practice and long breaks.

Gill rues early collapse as India begin Australia tour with heavy defeat in Perth ODI: 'Trying to play a catch-up game'

India found themselves playing catch-up with Australia after they were reduced to 25/3 inside the powerplay, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli departing cheaply on their grand return to international cricket and captain Shubman Gill following them to the pavilion shortly after.

‘Australia B team defeated mighty India’: Gill’s ODI captaincy starts on sour note as Ro-Ko fail to make impact on return

Australia stunned India in the 1st ODI at Perth, winning by seven wickets to end India’s one-year unbeaten run in ODIs. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli failed on return to the national side as Shubman Gill’s ODI captaincy began on a sour note.

Australia vs India Highlights, 1st ODI at Perth: Australia defeat India by 7 wickets in rain-curtailed Perth ODI

Australia vs India 1st ODI Highlights (Australian cricket team vs Indian cricket team 1st ODI full scorecard): Captain Mitchell Marsh remains unbeaten on 46 while Josh Philippe (37) and Matt Renshaw (21 not out) chip in with handy knocks as Australia chase down the 131-run target (DLS method) with nearly five overs to spare.

Why Australia are chasing 131 despite India scoring 136/9 in 26 overs at Perth

Australian cricket team will not be chasing 137 in the Perth ODI against India. The have been handed an adjusted target of 131.

IND vs AUS 1st ODI: Rain chaos in Perth as match reduced to 26 overs after latest another interruption

The first ODI between India and Australia at Perth has witnessed dour rain breaks, disrupting India’s batting the reducing the match to a 26-over game.

Pakistan cricket in turmoil: Rizwan, Salman Agha reportedly set to lose captaincy as PCB plans major overhaul

Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha are reportedly on the verge of getting sacked as Pakistan cricket team captains due to poor results in 2025.

‘All hype go down’: Fans slam Kohli’s early exit and Rohit’s cheap dismissal on international return

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s quick and cheaply dismissals on their return to international cricket after over seven months did not go down well with a few Indian cricket fans as stinging criticism was seen on social media.

Rohit Sharma joins elite list in first ODI vs Australia before early setback at Perth

Rohit Sharma was dismissed cheaply on his return to international cricket after joining an elite list during the India vs Australia 1st ODI in Perth.

Mohammed Shami reignites verbal battle with Ajit Agarkar: ‘Let him say whatever he wants. You have seen how I bowled’

Mohammed Shami is not ready to relent as despite BCCI selector Ajit Agarkar stating that the fast bowler is not fully fit, the pacer has once against refuted that claims.

Rohit, Kohli return after seven months, Reddy handed ODI debut as Australia opt to field against India in Perth

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli make their maiden appearance for the Indian team since March in the first ODI against Australia in Perth, in which the Mitchell Marsh-led hosts won the toss and opted to field. Nitish Kumar Reddy, meanwhile, is one of three players making his ODI debut in this game.

Afghanistan asks ICC to take ‘decisive’ action against Pakistan after air strike kills three cricketers: ‘ACB urges firm measures’

Afghanistan Cricket Board asked ICC to take ‘decisive’ action against Pakistan after the global cricketing body condemned the air strike that killed three cricketers on Friday.

India vs Australia live streaming: How to watch IND vs AUS 1st ODI on TV and online

India and Australia will lock horns in the 1st ODI of their three-match series on October 19. Get match timings, live broadcast, online streaming, and complete squad details for both teams.

'Cowardly': BCCI expresses condolences over deaths of Afghan players in Pakistan airstrike

The BCCI has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of three young Afghan cricketers killed in Pakistan’s cross-border airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Paktika province.

‘Virat is the greatest chaser ever in this format’: Australia captain showers praise on Kohli and Rohit ahead of 1st ODI

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh opened up on facing India, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli back in the squad. Marsh hailed Kohli as the greatest ODI chaser ahead of the first ODI in Perth on Sunday.

Former England captain Paul Collingwood goes missing amid accusations of sex scandals and tax evasion

Former England captain Paul Collingwood has reportedly been missing from the public eye since May this year. His absence comes amid controversies, including alleged sex scandals and a major tax fine.

A chance to rattle the English cage: How India Women can seize their opportunity after poor start to World Cup

India Women face England Women in a crucial Women’s World Cup clash. This preview analyses how India can exploit England's weaknesses and seize a decisive victory to turn things around in the tournament.

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s aura in Australia unmatched, says Aaron Finch: ‘Crazy what their presence does’

Former Australia captain Aaron Finch opened up on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma possibly playing their last ODI series Down Under and their impact on fans. He also talked about their chances of playing in the 2027 Cricket World Cup ahead of the Australia-India one-dayers

Pakistan responds to Afghanistan's withdrawal from T20I tri-series after deadly air strike: 'We are looking at...'

The Afghanistan Cricket Board had withdrawn from a T20I triangular series in Pakistan next month after an air strike in the country's Paktika province killed at least 10 civilians, including three cricketers. Here's what the Pakistan Cricket Board said in response...

Shubman Gill breaks silence on captaining Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, dismisses ‘outside narrative’: 'Nothing has changed'

Shubman Gill also described former India captains Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as players he idolised growing up, and maintained that he continues to seek their advice and that it will be a "big honour" for him to have them by his side.

Sleepy Perth wakes up for Ro-Ko: Rohit and Virat’s return lights up Western Australian city ahead of ODI series

For once, it’s not a World Cup or a marquee Test match creating the frenzy. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s return to the dressing room — after months away and amid questions about India’s long-term plans — has turned a seemingly ODI routine series into a must-watch event.