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Rajkumar Sharma defended India’s veteran stars facing criticism about proving themselves again. Virat Kohli’s childhood coach called it “funny” that legends must justify themselves. Both Rohit Sharma and Kohli earned respect through years of dominance. The India vs Australia ODI series marks Rohit-Virat’s first appearance since the Champions Trophy. They stayed away from international cricket for months after that tournament. Rohit returns after losing his captaincy to Shubman Gill recently. Nothing Left to Prove Rajkumar Sharma insisted Kohli’s career achievements speak louder than any doubts. “Virat doesn’t have to prove anything, he has achieved everything, the way he has played,…
Ravi Shastri dropped a bombshell, criticising two legendary Indian captains harshly. He labelled MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma as poor Test captains. The former head coach’s comments shocked fans ahead of Rohit’s Australia tour. Shastri distinguished between their white-ball brilliance and Test cricket struggles clearly. Both captains dominated ODIs and T20s but failed to match that success. Their Test records don’t reflect the same winning percentages achieved elsewhere. Rohit’s Disappointing Test Leadership Rohit’s Test captaincy numbers tell a story nobody wants to hear. Just 12 wins from 24 matches with 9 losses staring back painfully. Shastri pulled no punches, calling…
The IPL vs PSL debate just got heated between India and Pakistan. PCB wants to run their PSL tournament during April and May 2026. BCCI won’t be happy about this scheduling decision at all. Both leagues will now fight for viewership during the same months. Cricket fans might have to choose between watching IPL and PSL games. Why PCB Changed Their PSL Dates The ICC World T20 Cup happens in February and March next year. This forced PCB to shift their PSL dates to later months. They had no other choice but to move things around. A PSL official said…
The Afghanistan captain took a bold stand following devastating civilian casualties recently. Rashid Khan leaves Lahore Qalandars, removing them from his social media bio. This protest came after Pakistan airstrikes killed innocent Afghan civilians, including cricketers. The star spinner made his anger clear through this symbolic action. His social media bio previously displayed four teams, but now shows three. Lahore Qalandars disappeared from his profile following the tragic incident. Airstrikes Breach Ceasefire Pakistan’s military actions violated an existing ceasefire agreement between the nations. The airstrikes caused multiple civilian deaths, including young Afghan cricket players. Rashid Khan leaves Lahore Qalandars as…
Cricket fans worldwide await the blockbuster India vs Australia ODI match series starting soon. This IND vs AUS contest could mark the final chapter for two legends. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli might be playing their last series together. Legends’ Potential Farewell Rohit and Kohli built incredible careers serving Indian cricket brilliantly over decades. Both players delivered countless match-winning performances when the team needed them. This IND vs AUS series carries extra emotional weight for their supporters. Also Read: Afghanistan Withdraws from Tri-Series Against Pakistan Shubman Gill now leads India into a new era. The captaincy change signals Indian cricket’s…
Tragedy struck Afghan cricket as three young players lost their lives recently. Afghanistan withdraws from tri-series against Pakistan following this heartbreaking incident. The attack near the Pakistan border killed cricketers returning home from matches. Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Haroon died in a targeted attack in Paktika province. They were travelling back after playing a friendly match in Urgun. Five other civilians also lost their lives in the same attack. ACB Condemns Cowardly Attack The Afghanistan Cricket Board released a strong statement condemning the killings immediately. They called it a “cowardly attack carried out by the Pakistani regime” publicly. Afghanistan withdraws from…
Lucknow Super Giants pulled off a surprising move ahead of next season. Kane Williamson joins Lucknow Super Giants as their strategic advisor for IPL 2026. The New Zealand legend won’t be playing, but will be guiding from the sidelines. Owner Sanjiv Goenka announced this appointment, highlighting Williamson’s leadership qualities thoroughly. His cricketing brain will help LSG after two disappointing seasons. The franchise badly needs fresh thinking to turn things around. Why the Advisory Role Makes Sense Williamson’s playing days in IPL hit roadblocks due to persistent injuries. He lasted only two matches in IPL 2024, scoring just 27 runs. Unfortunately,…
Aakash Chopra defended India’s veteran stars facing criticism about their futures. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s World Cup 2027 selection shouldn’t depend on the Australia series alone. The former cricketer believes judging legends on three matches seems unfair. Both players built incredible careers over 15 years, representing India everywhere. Their white-ball records speak louder than any recent poor form does. Chopra wants selectors to look at the bigger picture before dropping these icons. One Series Won’t Define Legends Chopra argued that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s World Cup 2027 selection needs a broader context. Three ODIs against Australia cannot erase…
The Indian women’s cricket team got into trouble at the World Cup 2025. They were fined for a slow bowling rate in their match against Australia. This added to their problems after losing the game by 3 wickets. The penalty came at the worst possible time for the team. Why Did India Get Fined? During the Australia match, India’s bowlers took too much time between overs. The umpires watching the match noticed this delay and reported it immediately. Match referee Michell Periera checked the complaint and decided to fine the team. The Indian team lost 5% of what they earned…
The IPL 2026 trade window has opened, creating massive speculation everywhere. Sanju Samson to join Delhi Capitals looks increasingly likely after recent developments. KL Rahul’s future also hangs in the balance with multiple franchises circling. Samson wants to leave Rajasthan Royals after a frustrating IPL 2025 campaign. His relationship with team management soured badly over the season. The wicketkeeper-batsman now seeks fresh challenges elsewhere for his career. Delhi Capitals Chase Samson Hard Rishabh Pant’s shocking move to Lucknow Super Giants left DC needing a captain. Sanju Samson to join Delhi Capitals makes perfect sense for both parties. He played for…