Author: CT Staff
Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar’s son has shared his journey: from Aryan to Anaya. Anaya is undergoing Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and her testosterone levels are now at the average level for a cisgender woman. She currently lives in Manchester where she frequently shares videos of herself batting. In a recent video documenting her transformation she included photos with former Indian captain MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. “Chasing my dream of playing cricket professionally has been a journey filled with sacrifices, resilience, and unwavering dedication. From early mornings on the field to facing the doubts and judgments of others, every…
In a major update for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 the Pakistan government has instructed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) not to accept a hybrid model for hosting the tournament. PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi recently approached the government after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) declined to send the Indian team to Pakistan. The BCCI had informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that the Indian government wouldn’t permit the team to travel for the Champions Trophy. The ICC then informed PCB of India’s stance, prompting Naqvi to seek guidance from the Pakistan government. As reported by RevSportz,…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly prepared to take decisive action against the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for its decision not to send the India National Cricket Team to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. According to reports from NDTV the PCB may escalate the matter to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Numerous reports have suggested that the Indian government has refused clearance for the Indian team to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. Additionally it is believed that the BCCI has approached the International Cricket Council (ICC) to propose a…
Former Indian cricketer Ajay Jadeja expressed concerns about captain Rohit Sharma’s fitness ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT 2024-25). According to Jadeja, the Rohit-led Indian squad received a “wake-up call” before the eagerly awaited five-match Test series. Rohit has faced criticism after India’s recent 0-3 series loss against New Zealand at home, where he struggled, scoring only 91 runs in six innings at an average of 15.17, with a top score of 52. While concerned about Rohit’s fitness, Ajay Jadeja still backed him to lead India to a series victory against Australia. He added that India could still perform well…
Gautam Gambhir’s coaching journey hasn’t begun as he or Indian cricket fans had hoped. Gambhir took charge of the Indian team after a title-winning stint with Kolkata Knight Riders, but as head coach, he’s faced an ODI series loss in Sri Lanka and a 0-3 Test defeat at home against New Zealand. Now with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) tightening its stance on poor performances, Gambhir faces a crucial Test series against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy—his biggest challenge yet to retain his role as head coach in Test cricket. Reports suggest that Gambhir’s position as…
Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav will have surgery after being left out of the team for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. He’ll follow the same approach as KL Rahul, who successfully had surgery for a sports hernia in Germany in June 2022. Kuldeep’s exclusion surprised many when the squad was announced. It was initially thought the selectors wanted a pace-heavy lineup, which might explain why Kuldeep was not picked for the important series. However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that Kuldeep was left out due to an injury. He will have surgery in Germany to get fit…
India will take on South Africa in the 1st T20I of a four-match series at Kingsmead, Durban, set to start on November 8. Under Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership India’s T20I side has been strong, with no series losses so far since he took over as captain. Since winning the T20 World Cup 2024, India has seen big changes, as senior players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Ravindra Jadeja have retired from T20Is making room for younger talent. New players like Yash Dayal and Ramandeep Singh may debut in this game. Yash Dayal impressed with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2024…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is open to adjusting the Champions Trophy 2025 schedule by possibly using a hybrid model. This change comes as the Indian government may not allow the Indian team to play in Pakistan due to security concerns. The PCB’s idea is that India could play their matches in the UAE, similar to the hybrid model used during the 2023 Asia Cup. This would let India participate in the tournament while easing political and security concerns. Pakistan last hosted a major tournament with the 2023 Asia Cup, where they used a hybrid model. Due to security issues,…
Team India is about to travel to South Africa for the first T20I on November 8, 2024, in Durban. Keep reading our IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction for detailed information about this clash. IND vs SA Match Details Both teams have well-balanced squads filled with talented players who can change the game. It will be interesting to see who dominates this exciting match. India vs South Africa Predicted Playing XI India’s Predicted Playing XI South Africa’s Predicted Playing XI IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Tips Top Batters All-rounders Top Bowlers Captain and Vice-Captain Options India vs South Africa Pitch…
Mumbai batter Shreyas Iyer played an outstanding innings scoring a smooth double century against Odisha in the Ranji Trophy at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy in Mumbai on Thursday. Iyer reached his double hundred with a boundary off Debabrata Pradhan, taking just 201 balls. He hit 21 fours and eight sixes dominating the Odisha bowlers on his way to his third First-Class double century. Right after reaching 200, Shreyas hit another four off Pradhan, surpassing his previous highest First-Class score of 202 which he made for India A against Australia in 2017. This double century is Iyer’s second hundred in…