Author: Jitender
In a moment that has cricket fans buzzing, Liam Livingstone took the spotlight and crushed Rashid Khan with a breathtaking over in The Hundred, unleashing an onslaught of 4, 6, 6, 6, 4 that stunned even the most seasoned observers. Rashid ended with figures of 0 for 59 from his 20 deliveries — the most expensive spell ever recorded in the history of The Hundred, and undoubtedly the worst of his glittering T20 career. Coming in at the death, Livingstone delivered a scorching final barrage, racking up 26 runs off just five balls — a sequence read as 4, 6,…
In one of the most shocking results in modern cricket, Pakistan endured a humiliating defeat at the hands of West Indies, losing by a massive 202-run margin — their heaviest ODI loss in over 50 years. The historic drubbing took place at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad & Tobago, and it has left Pakistan fans and cricket experts stunned. For the West Indies, this was not just a win — it was a statement. They bowled Pakistan out for a mere 92 runs in just 22.1 overs, chasing a monumental target of 295. The victory also ended their…
Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has never been one to shy away from speaking his mind. This time, the cricket legend has made a passionate plea that is echoing far beyond the boundary ropes—India should refuse to play Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025. His reasoning is rooted in patriotism and empathy for the sacrifices of Indian soldiers. “Humare jawaan ghar wapas nahi aate, aur hum cricket khelne chale jaate hain” — “Our soldiers don’t return home, and yet we go on to play cricket,” Harbhajan said, in words that have struck a deep chord among fans. Putting the…
The buzz around Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s ODI future just got a fresh twist. Instead of sending them to grind it out in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, some voices within the BCCI want the two veterans to feature in India A matches as a more focused preparation for upcoming international challenges. The final decision? That rests with Ajit Agarkar, the BCCI’s chairman of selectors. According to reports, the idea is simple — get Kohli and Rohit match-ready in a controlled, high-quality setting rather than the lengthy and overlapping domestic tournament. The plan is to slot them into India A’s…
The debate over whether Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will feature in the 2027 ODI World Cup just got a dose of clarity from none other than Sourav Ganguly. And his condition couldn’t be simpler: If you perform, you play. Speaking at an event in Kolkata, the former India captain addressed growing chatter that the upcoming Australia series might be a farewell tour for the two stalwarts. Ganguly wasn’t having any of it. “I’m not aware of this, can’t comment on that,” Ganguly said. “It’s difficult to say. Whoever does well will play. If they do well, they should continue.”…
The final Test at The Oval wasn’t just about wickets, runs, and a 6-run victory. It was about respect, camaraderie, and a rare display of sportsmanship that warmed hearts on both sides of the boundary. The stage was set for a tense finale. England needed only 35 runs with four wickets in hand. The home crowd was buzzing, already smelling victory. But Mohammed Siraj had other ideas. In a fiery burst, he tore through England’s middle order, taking three wickets for just nine runs on the final morning. His spell ended with an impressive 5/104, swinging the game India’s way…
Indian cricket fans might be in for an emotional October. Reports suggest that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma could play their last One-Day International (ODI) series next month in Australia, bringing the curtain down on a golden era far earlier than expected. For years, many believed the two icons would keep going until the 2027 ODI World Cup. But a surprising condition from the BCCI might change everything — and fast. Both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have already stepped away from Test and T20I cricket, shifting all their attention to the 2027 ODI World Cup in India. For many…
Rajat Patidar, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter, had stopped using his old mobile number. After 90 days of inactivity, his telecom company deactivated it and issued it to a new customer — Manish, a teenager from Gariaband, Chhattisgarh. When Manish activated the SIM, he noticed something unusual — the WhatsApp profile picture still showed Patidar. That was just the beginning. Soon after getting the number, Manish began receiving calls and messages meant for Patidar. To his shock, two of those calls came from Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers. The cricket legends, thinking they were contacting their RCB teammate, were…
The 2025 Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy ended with a finish for the ages as India stunned England by six runs at The Oval to level the series 2-2. While fans and pundits were still dissecting the thrilling finale, former India spinner Harbhajan Singh fired a sharp response to ex-England captain Michael Vaughan, urging him to “look where England actually stands” before celebrating too soon. In the aftermath of the defeat, Vaughan praised England’s “Bazball” approach, suggesting that despite the loss, England had “controlled large parts of the series.” It was his way of framing England as the moral victors, even though the…
The 2025 India-England Test series had everything: thrilling cricket, fiery exchanges, and a finale at The Oval that fans will talk about for years. After India sealed a nail-biting six-run win to level the series 2-2, England captain Ben Stokes finally addressed the verbal battles and controversies that dominated headlines off the field. A Series Full of Fire The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy lived up to its billing. On the field, it was a battle of skill and resilience: But the series also had plenty of spicy moments: With so many tempers flaring, questions were raised: Was the rivalry boiling over? Stokes’…