Author: CT Staff
Today is the first day of the second Test in Guwahati. South Africa won the toss and elected to bat first. But India’s two superstar bowlers, Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav, tightened their grip, eventually losing 6 wickets for 247 runs. The match is being held at the new ACA Stadium, where Test cricket is being played for the first time. The morning weather was pleasant, with some sunshine, but poor light later forced an early end to the game. They wanted to play aggressively. Initially, their openers, Aiden Markram and Ryan Ricky Ponting, put on a superb partnership, adding…
The DDCA has announced the squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025, but the decision comes as a surprise. Star leg-spinner Digvesh Rathi has been dropped from the team, while Nitish Rana has been appointed captain. This appears to be a result of a heated argument between the two during the Delhi Premier League (DPL). Digvesh, who played for the Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025, will no longer play for Delhi. This news has caused a stir among cricket fans. The DDCA stated that the tournament begins on November 26, and Delhi will play matches in Elite Group…
Indian cricket has been rocked. India A was eliminated from the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 semi-finals after losing to Bangladesh A. The match was tied, but a wrong decision in the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 Super Over changed everything. India A benched their top run-scorer and biggest six-hitter, Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Instead, they sent in captain Jitesh Sharma and Ashutosh Sharma. The result? The team was 4/0 in just two balls. Jitesh played a risky lap shot and was out, then Ashutosh’s big swing was caught at cover. Bangladesh, needing just one run, choked on a wide from Suash…
The first Test of the 2025 Ashes was underway at Perth Stadium, and as the second day ended, the entire cricketing world erupted over a decision. England wicketkeeper-batsman Jamie Smith was given out by the third umpire, following a DRS review that lasted over four minutes. On-field umpire Nitin Menon had declared Smith not out, but Australia captain Steve Smith immediately took a review. Travis Head, standing at short leg, shouted that he heard a sound, and Alex Carey also appealed vehemently. Smith attempted to glance a short ball down the leg side, but the small blip on Snicko didn’t…
Temba Bavuma has emerged as a player in South African international cricket, changing many perceptions with his play, leadership, and discipline. His calm yet powerful batting, strong captaincy, and hard work have made him a key figure in the South African cricket team. Temba Bavuma Personal Overview Player DetailsFull NameTemba BavumaDate of Birth17 May 1990Age35 YearsBirthplaceLanga, Cape Town, South AfricaHeight5 ft 4 inches (In Feet) (1.62 cm)NationalitySouth AfricanRoleMiddle-order BatsmanBatting StyleRight-hand BatBowling StyleRight-arm MediumJersey Number11DebutTest – 26 Dec 2014MotherPhumza BavumaFatherVuyo BavumaWifePhila Lobi (2018) Early Life Bavuma’s cricketing journey wasn’t easy. His short body often led to doubts, but he proved them…
This will be the first time a mega auction will be held, and that too in Delhi on November 27th. Imagine, 277 players will compete for just 73 slots. Marquee Set Led by Deepti Sharma and Renuka Thakur Only 23 foreign players can be included in this auction. And most interestingly, two Indian stars, Deepti Sharma and Renuka Thakur, are among the marquee set. Sharma, who recently won the World Cup Player of the Tournament, seems poised to break records. Her base price is ₹50 lakh, while Renuka has set a price of ₹40 lakh. The rest of the marquee…
The second Test between India and South Africa is scheduled to begin tomorrow, and Team India has already suffered two major setbacks. After the defeat in the first Test in Kolkata, all eyes are now on the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati. The pitch here suggests that fast bowlers will dominate. What will happen to Shubman Gill? Shubman Gill suffered neck spasms during the Kolkata Test. He retired hurt in the first innings and was unable to bat in the second. He has not yet returned to the nets for practice. According to team sources, he will not practice today, Thursday,…
IPL 2025 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru don’t seem to be getting their home ground, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, in IPL 2026. Last June, during the IPL victory celebrations, a stampede occurred, killing 11 people and injuring dozens. Following this, the BCCI and KSCA banned the stadium from hosting major events. RCB fans are in shock, as this is a major blow to their Next home ground. That dark night of the stampede and the present difficulties Imagine, RCB won the IPL trophy for the first time, everyone was rejoicing. But on June 4, 2025, the crowd outside Chinnaswamy Stadium went…
The owner of movies has taken the lead in the race to acquire Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Is Hombale Films buying RCB? This question is troubling every fan’s mind, and reports suggest that the deal could be finalized soon. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the IPL’s most beloved franchise with millions of fans, is about to undergo a major ownership change. This purchase will be finalized before Next IPL, and fans are already going crazy on social media. Who is Hombale Films? Hombale Films is no small company. It’s a major force in Kannada cinema, having dominated for years. Founded by Vijay Kiragandur,…
Indian cricket fans are now very excited about IPL 2026. Like every year, all teams are searching for top strikers and bowlers. Meanwhile, one name that seems to be at the top of every team’s list is Matheesha Pathirana. His bowling and wicket-taking ability have made him famous throughout the cricket world. Many squad are eyeing him for IPL 2026. His fast bowling and yorker delivery make him a game-changer in death overs. Which team could target Matheesha Pathirana? Reports suggest that the teams most likely to target Matheesha Pathirana this year will be those with weak fast bowling. Last…