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India vs West Indies 1st Test Highlights, Day 1: Rahul's unbeaten 53 helps India end Day 1 on 121/2

IND vs WI 1st Test Day 1 Highlights (India vs West Indies scorecard): India dominate the opening day of the two-Test series against West Indies, bundling the visitors out for 162 after captain Roston Chase opts to bat. KL Rahul then brings up his 20th Test fifty as the hosts end the day on 121/2. Follow live score, updates, and commentary from Day 1.

Jasprit Bumrah breaks yet another record as Indian pacers dominate West Indies on Day 1 in Ahmedabad

Jasprit Bumrah collected 3/40 while Mohammad Siraj collected 4/40 as India bowled West Indies out for just 162 after the latter opted to bat on Day 1 of the first Test in Ahmedabad. Bumrah, in the process, went past 50 Test wickets on home soil.

'I don't feel that belongs in sport': AB de Villiers slams India for refusing to take Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi

Former South Africa star AB de Villiers criticised Team India for refusing to accept the Asia Cup 2025 trophy from PCB chairman and ACC president Mohsin Naqvi. ABD's comment comes after India’s win over Pakistan in the final last Sunday.

'They asked the drivers to identify who did it': Abhishek Sharma shares never-heard-before story about Shubman Gill

Indian opener Abhishek Sharma recalled a hilarious incident from his junior days with Shubman Gill, revealing how the India Test captain escaped punishment with an innocent face during a mischief in Dharamsala. The two childhood friends recently starred in India’s Asia Cup 2025 triumph.

'I took his number from Wade': How Steve Smith helped Shubman Gill before England tour

India captain Shubman Gill has revealed how advice from cricket legends Steve Smith and Sachin Tendulkar helped him succeed during the Test series against England, where he scored 754 runs in five Tests.

Andy Pycroft gets the loudest cheer in Ahmedabad Test after his standoff with Pakistan in Asia Cup

Match referee Andy Pycroft received a warm welcome from fans at the India vs West Indies 1st Test in Ahmedabad, thanks to his role in the 2025 Asia Cup handshake controversy with Pakistan.

Dhruv Jurel turns superman with stunning catch in India vs West Indies Test - WATCH

Indian wicket-keeper Dhruv Jurel stunned fans with a spectacular catch in the first Test against West Indies at Ahmedabad on October 2. Jurel took key wickets behind the stumps early in the innings, showcasing his skill and athleticism.

Veteran India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin goes unsold at ILT20 2025 auction

Ravichandran Ashwin has gone unsold at the ILT20 2025 auction, He had a USD 120,000 base price. India spinner could now make the cut as a wildcard signing.

'Come to ACC office and collect it from me': Naqvi refuses to bow down to BCCI's demands as Asia Cup trophy row escalates

The Asia Cup 2025 trophy controversy continues as ACC president and PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi refuses to hand over the trophy to India, insisting the team must collect it from the ACC office. The BCCI is planning to take it up with the ICC.

India captain Shubman Gill tempted to play extra seamer vs West Indies with green-top on offer in Ahmedabad

India captain Shubman Gill hinted that the team may move away from preparing spin-friendly pitches for home Tests, opting instead for surfaces that assist seamers while offering a fair contest between bat and ball.

Women’s World Cup 2025: India cricketers to skip handshake ritual against Pakistan, says report

Besides handshakes, Indian women’s cricket team will also not take part in photo-shoot with the Pakistan captain and the match referee at toss.

Mohsin Naqvi accuses Indian media of spreading 'lies' with ‘apology’ reports, shares Asia Cup trophy update: ‘Never apologised to BCCI’

Mohsin Naqvi has questioned Indian media over reports that he apologised to BCCI as he stated that he has done nothing wrong, besides also sharing how Indian team can get the trophy back.

Mohsin Naqvi, hurt at being made to look ‘like a cartoon,’ decided to take Asia Cup trophy to hotel: Report

While it’s clear that Indian team boycotting PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi at the Asia Cup trophy ceremony is what irked, it has now been revealed that the Pakistani politician felt that he was made to look ‘like a cartoon’

Windies cricket on deathbed? Why West Indies' shock T20I series loss to Nepal casts a shadow over their future

Despite resting several senior players West Indies were expected to defeat Nepal in a three-match T20I series in Sharjah. Few, however, had expected the Rhinos to seal their maiden T20I series against a Full Member with a game to spare, winning the second match by a staggering 90 runs.

Mohsin Naqvi faces tough questions from Shahid Afridi, asked to quit one high-profile job: 'Pakistan cricket needs special attention'

Shahid Afridi also criticised PCB head Mohsin Naqvi's cricket advisors as he expressed big concerns regarding the progress of Pakistan cricket after a shambolic Asia Cup.

Pakistan braces for India’s handshake snub in Women’s World Cup clash, but BCCI stays silent: Report

The Pakistan team is expecting a handshake snub from the Indian women’s cricket team during their ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 match on Sunday. But BCCI has not cleared anything so far.

India’s World Cup opener shows the tightrope they walk: Long batting saves, thin bowling may haunt later

India escaped a collapse in their World Cup opener as Amanjot Kaur and Deepti Sharma’s rescue act showcased the value of batting depth, but with only five frontline bowlers, the balance gamble could yet hurt them against stronger sides.

Asia Cup trophy row drags on as Mohsin Naqvi vs BCCI clash sparks new meeting: Report

After an intense clash between ACC head Mohsin Naqvi and BCCI representatives during a meeting on Tuesday, the Test playing nations in Asia have decided on the next step to bring an end to the Asia Cup trophy controversy.

Deepti, Amanjot to the rescue as ICC Women's World Cup begins with India defeating Sri Lanka in Guwahati

India were reduced to 124/6 by Sri Lanka when Deepti Sharma (53) and Amanjot Kaur (57) came to their rescue with a 103-run stand. Deepti later played a key role in stifling the Lankan chase with a haul of 3/54, helping the Indians collect a 59-run win in the rain-affected match.

Hardik Pandya faces extended period on sidelines after missing Asia Cup final against Pakistan

Hardik Pandya had missed the Asia Cup final against Pakistan on Sunday due to a left quadriceps injury after playing each of the six preceding matches. Here's why the seam-bowling all-rounder faces an extended period of rest, which could force him to miss India's next white-ball assignment.

Mohsin Naqvi sent stern warning from BCCI after trophy fiasco: 'Your days at ACC are numbered'

The 2025 Asia Cup ended on a controversial note after the Indian team refused to accept the winner's trophy as well as medals from PCB chairman and current ACC president Mohsin Naqvi, who remained adamant that only he would felicitate the Men in Blue following their five-wicket victory over Pakistan in the final.

Naqvi reportedly made to congratulate India as BCCI lashes out at PCB chief in heated ACC meeting

India and other board members present in the ACC meeting made sure PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also happens to be the president of the continental cricket body, congratulated the Indian team for defeating Pakistan in the final of the Asia Cup.

'Thanks to Haris Rauf...': R Ashwin trolls senior Pakistani pacer after India's thrilling victory in Asia Cup final

Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf couldn't quite back up his on-field theatrics, which included controversial "6-0" and "fighter plane" gestures, with the ball as India defeated their arch-rivals to win the 2025 Asia Cup on Sunday.

Saudi Arabia officially enters cricket: Why Gulf kingdom's partnership with UAE's ILT20 is signficant

Having made a number of significant investments across a wide variety of sports, Saudi Arabia officially entered the world of cricket on Tuesday by announcing a strategic alliance with UAE's International League T20.

Papon pays emotional tribute to late Zubeen Garg ahead of India-Sri Lanka Women’s World Cup opener in Guwahati

Papon performed Maya, one of late Assamese musical icon Zubeen Garg's biggest hits, as a wave of emotion swept across Guwahati's Barsapara Stadium ahead of the opening match of the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup between co-hosts India and Sri Lanka.

Malik defends Naqvi, slams India for refusing to accept Asia Cup trophy from PCB chief: 'This will haunt them'

The 2025 Asia Cup ended on a controversial note after the Indian team refused to accept the trophy from PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also happens to be the ACC president and has been in the news lately for his anti-India social media posts.

'Suryakumar told us Pakistan is no match for Indian team': Tilak Varma drops bombshell

In an explosive revelation, Tilak Varma shared that India captain Suryakumar Yadav told his team Pakistan was no match for them.

Kapil Dev delivers strong take on politically charged Asia Cup: 'We should stick to sports'

Amid political chaos at Asia Cup, former India cricket captain Kapil Dev has delivered a strong verdict, asking for sports to be kept away from politics.

Mohsin Naqvi reportedly sets one condition to hand over Asia Cup trophy to India

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president Mohsin Naqvi is reportedly ready to give the Asia Cup trophy to India but on one condition.

Record prize money, all-woman officials, rising rivals: Why the Women’s World Cup 2025 could change cricket forever

With record prize money, an all-woman officiating panel and more challengers than ever before including in-form India, the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 isn’t just another tournament — it’s cricket’s boldest leap yet, promising to redefine the women’s game and end Australia’s era of easy dominance.