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'India need Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma': Former India cricketer's no-nonsense take amid reports of transition

Former India batter and 2011 World Cup winner Suresh Raina has rubbished the talks of forcing Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma out of the Indian ODI side. He feels Team India needs Kohli and Rohit more than ever.

Independence Day 2025: India dreams bigger than ever as a sporting nation with Olympic, CWG bids

Having made progress in a wide variety of individual and team sports, from cricket and hockey to javelin throw, India now sets its sights on hosting the Olympics, a move that could change the sporting landscape in the country forever.

Independence Day 2025: Five biggest sporting achievements since the last 15 August celebration

As India celebrates its 79th Independence Day, let's reflect on the country's top sporting achievements from the past year. India made significant strides in various disciplines, including chess, cricket, and more.

'A No. 11 can also be a finisher': Gautam Gambhir’s unconventional take on role mastered by MS Dhoni

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has an unconventional take on the role of a finisher in cricket. With Asia Cup coming, his old quotes are going viral.

'It’s my life, my career': Rs 23.75 crore KKR star makes bold statement after facing flak for not justifying price tag

Kolkata Knight Riders’ star all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer makes a defiant statement when asked about the criticism he faces over not justifying his price tag of Rs 23.75 crore in IPL 2025.

Ex-Pakistan cricketer hopes India boycott Asia Cup match to save them from humiliation: 'They'll thrash us so badly...'

Following Pakistan's humiliating 202-run defeat that resulted in them suffering their first ODI series against West Indies in 34 years, former middle-order Basit Ali felt an even worse beating was in store against the Indian team in the Asia Cup that takes place in the T20I format in the UAE next month.

India Asia Cup squad buzz: Fresh report contradicts Gill speculation; squad announcement likely next week

Shubman Gill’s possible inclusion in India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad or perhaps no recall at all is dominating the news in Indian cricket circles. While most media houses expect Gill to return, a new report claims otherwise.

Former Pakistan cricketer blasts Babar-Virat comparisons as Pak batter struggles: 'It adds extra pressure'

A former Pakistan batter has criticised the comparisons between Babar Azam and Virat Kohli, terming them one of the major reasons behind the former Pak captain’s prolonged struggle.

Divine hand behind Oval fightback? How 16th century Lord Shiva hymn reportedly inspired India's thrilling win

India produced a fightback for the ages to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat in the fifth Test against England at The Oval and level the five-match series 2-2. While individual contributions from the likes of Mohammed Siraj, Yashasvi Jaiswal and others were crucial to the win, spirituality reportedly also played its part.

Mandaviya namedrops Pakistan as National Sports Governance Bill puts restrictions on international participation: 'Safeguard for extraordinary circumstances'

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya cited the example of Indian cricket teams not touring Pakistan since 2008, adding that the National Sports Governance Bill, which cleared both houses of the Parliament earlier this week, empowers the government to "act decisively and lawfully in such situations".

Pathan makes stunning U-turn after supporting Rohit during viral interview in Australia: ‘If he was not captain...’

Irfan Pathan insisted that he was being polite to Rohit Sharma during an interview in the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney, which the 'Hitman' had opted out of following a horrendous run with the bat.

Arjun Tendulkar gets engaged: Who is Saaniya Chandhok, the cricketer's fiancée and granddaughter of business tycoon Ravi Ghai?

Arjun Tendulkar engagement has set the internet abuzz as Sachin Tendulkar’s son gets ready to tie the knot. He got engaged to business tycoon Ravi Ghai’s granddaughter, Saaniya Chandhok, in a private ceremony that’s got fans talking.

Zaheer Khan meets Rohit Sharma amid reports of leaving LSG ahead of IPL 2026

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan has reportedly parted ways with Lucknow Super Giants ahead of IPL 2026. The report claims that LSG will appoint a new mentor who will get a bigger role of overseeing sister franchises as well.

Morris predicts bidding frenzy for Markram, Maphaka, and Brevis at SA20 Auction: 'It will be interesting to see'

As the SA20 is gearing up for its fourth season, a stoked Chris Morris expressed his thoughts on the upcoming auction of the league, which is scheduled to take place on September 9, 2025.

Gautam Gambhir’s simple plan transformed India’s Test batting in England: Report

Gautam Gambhir’s simple but effective plan proved vital for India in the 2025 Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against England, which they managed to draw. It particularly helped players like Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant, who thrived in those conditions.

'Mike Hesson should not act as Pakistan cricket's father': Ex-Pak cricketer slams New Zealand coach amid poor results

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has asked head coach Mike Hesson to stop acting like the 'father figure' of Pakistan cricket as he slammed the New Zealander for constant changes to the playing XI.

Explained: How National Sports Bill could give 70-year-old BCCI president Roger Binny a new three-year term

The passage of the National Sports Governance Bill 2025 has allowed BCCI president Roger Binny, who turned 70 in July, to continue in his role. Here's how Binny can stay on as president despite the age bar set as per the Supreme Court-approved BCCI constitution.

Amid questions over Kohli, Rohit’s ODI future, latest ICC rankings send strong reminder

Despite not playing international cricket for a few months, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma continue to dominate the ICC ODI Rankings, highlighting their prowess amid reports of BCCI trying to force them out of Indian team.

Women's World Cup: Thiruvananthapuram could host matches scheduled at M Chinnaswamy Stadium

The Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium is still to attain police clearance, putting the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup matches at the venue in uncertainty.

Harbhajan Singh slams BCCI over India vs Pakistan match in Asia Cup 2025: 'Khoon aur paani ek saath nahi beh sakte'

Legendary Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh has questioned why India cannot boycott the cricket match against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 when there's so much 'tensions between the two nations.'

Explained: What is Rs 100 crore defamation suit filed by MS Dhoni that will go to trial after 11 years

MS Dhoni's Rs 100 crore defamation case from 2014 will go to trial after a Madras High Court order. Dhoni sued Zee Media and others over defamatory remarks related to the 2013 IPL betting case.

West Indies release special video celebrating team's first ODI series win vs Pakistan in 34 years; watch

West Indies' victory in third ODI scripted their first ODI series win over Pakistan in 34 years and they celebrated the occasion with a powerful video on the social media.

Rohit Sharma hits the gym to train with Abhishek Nayar amid reports of ODI retirement

Rohit Sharma teamed up with former India coach Abhishek Nayar for a new fitness regime amid ODI retirement rumours. The former India Test and T20I captain is looking to stay fit for the 2027 Cricket World Cup despite speculation over his future.

Suresh Raina to appear before ED for questioning in illegal betting app case linked to money laundering

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina is set to appear before the Enforcement Directorate on August 13 for questioning in a money laundering probe linked to the illegal betting app.

CSK star Dewald Brevis breaks captain Ruturaj Gaikwad’s T20I record with stunning ton against Australia

Dewald Brevis smashed an unbeaten 125 off 56 balls in the 2nd T20I against Australia, breaking multiple records and leading South Africa to a 53-run win in Darwin. He even went past his CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad’s T20I record in the process.

Deepti Sharma climbs to 2nd spot, Mandhana slips in ICC Women's T20I rankings

Deepti, who now shares the spot with Pakistan's Sadia Iqbal, has climbed to No.2 with a 732 rating, four points behind Australia's Annabel Sutherland, who became the No.1 ranked T20I bowler for the first time.

National Sports Governance Bill: All you need to know about the new bill as BCCI exempted from RTI

The National Sports Governance Bill was on Tuesday passed by the Parliament with Rajya Sabha giving its nod a mere 24 hours after Lok Sabha.

'CSK either got lucky or maybe the biggest master stroke': AB de Villiers hails Brevis as he highlights Chennai's luck

Impressed by the blitz of young South African batter, AB de Villiers lauded IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings for signing him during the IPL 2025.

'They have said goodbye to the wrong format': Ex-India cricketer's bold take on Rohit, Virat Test retirement

As Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are stuck in the period of inactivity, a former India cricketer has come to opine about their situation.

'Pakistan’s stance is outstanding': Sarfaraz Ahmed supports PCB’s decision to skip India for Asia Cup 2025

Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has backed PCB’s decision not to send the team to India for the Asia Cup 2025, which will now be held in the UAE due to political tensions. However, the blockbuster India vs Pakistan clash will still go ahead as planned without any objections from the BCCI or PCB.