Author: Jitender
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has finally responded to the growing outrage among fans regarding the absence of live telecast and streaming of the Duleep Trophy 2025. Cricket enthusiasts were left disappointed when the prestigious domestic tournament kicked off without any broadcast, sparking heated discussions on social media. The Duleep Trophy, one of India’s most historic first-class competitions, has traditionally served as a platform for emerging talents to showcase their skills. Over the years, the tournament has helped groom several players who went on to represent India at the international stage. Naturally, fans were upset when…
The infamous slapgate controversy from the IPL 2008 has resurfaced, sparking a fresh war of words between former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi and S. Sreesanth’s wife, Bhuvneshwari Kumari. The storm began after Lalit Modi shared an unseen video clip of the 2008 incident where Harbhajan Singh allegedly slapped Sreesanth following a match between Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab. While the matter had been dealt with years ago, the resurfaced clip has reopened old wounds, upsetting Sreesanth’s family. What Happened in IPL 2008? The slapgate incident remains one of the most controversial moments in Indian Premier League history. After a…
The Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 Eliminator turned into a high-voltage clash not just because of the cricket, but also due to a fiery verbal spat between West Delhi Lions skipper Nitish Rana and South Delhi Superstars spinner Digvesh Rathi. Rana, who guided his side to a thrilling victory, has now broken his silence on the incident, making it clear that he will not stay quiet if provoked on the field. How the Spat Began The heated moment unfolded when Digvesh Rathi took extra time before delivering a ball, something that appeared to frustrate Rana. In response, the West Delhi…
In what has turned into one of the most talked-about stories of the IPL off-season, former India head coach Rahul Dravid has stepped down as the Rajasthan Royals (RR) coach. While the franchise initially described his departure as a “personal decision,” fresh reports have revealed that Dravid’s exit was triggered by a captaincy dispute involving Sanju Samson, Riyan Parag, and Yashasvi Jaiswal. The revelation has left fans shocked, especially since Dravid had just guided India to T20 World Cup glory earlier this year. His presence at RR was seen as a stabilizing force, but the growing unrest inside the camp…
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made a bold move ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. In a decision that surprised many fans, five standby players — Yashasvi Jaiswal, Prasidh Krishna, Washington Sundar, Riyan Parag, and Dhruv Jurel — will not travel to Dubai with the Indian squad. The news has quickly sparked debates among cricket experts and supporters, especially because all five players had strong performances in domestic and IPL cricket recently. Standby Players to Stay Back A senior BCCI official clarified that the standby cricketers will remain in India and will not accompany the…
Cricket fans were left stunned this week as the actual video of Harbhajan Singh slapping S. Sreesanth during the inaugural season of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2008) finally surfaced online — 17 years after the incident shook Indian cricket. The rare footage, released by former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi on Michael Clarke’s Beyond23 Podcast, shows what really happened during one of the most infamous episodes in IPL history, often remembered as “Slapgate.” The Slap That Shocked IPL 2008 The incident took place after a heated IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) in April…
Indian cricket fans were left stunned when Ravichandran Ashwin, one of the most decorated spinners in modern cricket, announced his sudden retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL) earlier this week. But the 38-year-old maestro isn’t done with the game just yet. According to reports, Ashwin is now keen on taking up player-cum-coach roles in overseas T20 leagues, signaling a new and exciting chapter in his illustrious career. Why Ashwin Quit the IPL Ashwin’s decision to walk away from the IPL came as a shock, especially since he was still performing consistently. In his own words, the off-spinner admitted that…
The grand finale of the KSCA Maharaja Trophy T20 2025 lived up to its billing with a mix of high-octane cricket, nail-biting moments, and the unpredictable twist of rain. In the end, it was the Mangaluru Dragons who held their nerves and lifted the glittering trophy, defeating Hubli Tigers via the VJD method at the Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadiyar Stadium. This triumph marked a historic moment for the Dragons, who bounced back strongly after setbacks earlier in the tournament, including a heavy defeat against the same opponents in the qualifier. Hubli Tigers Set a Competitive Target Winning the toss, Hubli Tigers…
Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag has once again made headlines with his bold cricketing insights ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag has once again made headlines with his bold cricketing insights ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. Sehwag’s Unexpected Choices Instead of going with the obvious big names, Sehwag turned the spotlight on impact players who, according to him, can swing matches in India’s favor: 1. Jasprit Bumrah – The Ultimate Match-Winner Sehwag praised Bumrah as India’s “biggest game-changer,” emphasizing his ability to deliver in crunch moments. Be it the powerplay, middle overs, or death…
After nearly 84 days of social media silence, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have finally broken their quiet spell. The 2025 IPL champions returned online with a deeply emotional post, acknowledging the Bengaluru stampede tragedy that shook the city during their victory celebrations in June. Their message began with a heartfelt line: “The silence wasn’t absence. It was grief.” With these words, RCB reminded fans that their long digital break was not about indifference, but about honoring those who lost their lives in the tragic incident outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. A Tragedy Overshadowing Triumph On June 4, 2025, RCB…