India cricket team

Bold statement! 'Gautam Gambhir values bowlers who can bat': Ex-India cricketer

14:09 27/08/2025

Aakash Chopra suggests Gautam Gambhir's preference for bowlers who can bat might be limiting Kuldeep Yadav's opportunities, despite his improved red-ball form. Kuldeep didn't feature in the England Test series, raising questions about his role under Gambhir's coaching approach. While he's in the Asia Cup squad, a significant role may have to wait for home conditions.

After blasting Gautam Gambhir, ex-India player accuses MS Dhoni of favouritism - 'He did not like me'

07:09 26/08/2025

Manoj Tiwary has accused MS Dhoni of favoritism, claiming he wasn't backed despite strong performances, including a century. Tiwary suggests Dhoni's preferences influenced team selection, preventing him from securing a consistent place in the playing XI. He expressed his confusion and disappointment, highlighting a perceived lack of support during Dhoni's captaincy.

'Give him boxing gloves': Sachin Tendulkar's dig at umpire Steve Bucknor

14:09 25/08/2025

Sachin Tendulkar recently reminisced about his epic battles with Australian legends Glenn McGrath and Shane Warne, recalling a strategic assault on McGrath in a 2000 match. He also humorously addressed controversial umpiring decisions by Steve Bucknor. Tendulkar dominated Warne, scoring 123 runs without being dismissed.

Shreyas Iyer's Asia Cup omission is weird: AB de Villiers hints at off-field factors

00:09 24/08/2025

South African batting legend AB de Villiers has labelled Shreyas Iyer's omission from India's Asia Cup squad as "weird", hinting that the decision may have been shaped by considerations beyond just on-field form and performance.

'He didn’t put a foot wrong': Sanjay Manjrekar questions Shreyas Iyer’s exclusion from Asia Cup - Watch

07:09 23/08/2025

Sanjay Manjrekar has criticised the Indian selection committee's approach of rewarding players for Test performances with T20I spots, deeming it illogical. He questioned Shubman Gill's inclusion in the Asia Cup squad while expressing shock over Shreyas Iyer's exclusion despite his outstanding IPL form and recent displays of maturity in other formats.

Sanju Samson's Asia Cup spot under threat after Shubman Gill's inclusion: Kaif

06:09 21/08/2025

Mohammad Kaif has said it will be tough for Sanju Samson to secure a spot in India's playing XI for the Asia Cup. Kaif believes Shubman Gill, who is now the vice-captain, will open the innings alongside Abhishek Sharma.

Shreyas Iyer's father on Asia Cup snub: Not asking for captaincy, at least select him

06:09 21/08/2025

Asia Cup 2025: Shreyas Iyer's father, Santosh, has urged the selectors to give his son an opportunity in the T20I format. He revealed that Shreyas was gutted after missing out on a place in the Asia Cup squad.

Asia Cup 2025 | 'Open your mouth carefully': Jasprit Bumrah's critics lambasted

12:24 20/08/2025

Mohammed Kaif has strongly supported Jasprit Bumrah's T20I return, dismissing fitness concerns raised during the England Test series. Kaif highlighted Bumrah's match-winning ability across formats and suggested white-ball cricket suits him better due to a manageable workload. He also expressed disappointment over Mohammed Siraj's Asia Cup exclusion, praising his form and wicket-taking ability.

Indian cricket | 'When he steps away ...': Ex-India batter predicts Rohit Sharma's ODI retirement and successor

12:24 20/08/2025

Mohammad Kaif has endorsed Shubman Gill as Rohit Sharma's successor in ODIs, anticipating Rohit's retirement after the 2027 World Cup. Kaif highlighted Gill's impressive run-scoring record and leadership qualities, noting his Test captaincy and T20I vice-captaincy. Gill's maturity and form, particularly during the England series, have solidified his position as a future leader, according to chief selector Ajit Agarkar.

IND vs PAK | When Pakistan pulled out: Asia Cup's turbulent past back in spotlight before UAE 2025

12:24 20/08/2025

The 2025 Asia Cup, amidst geopolitical tensions, will be held in the UAE from September 9-28. India and Pakistan have announced their squads, but past withdrawals due to political strife cast a shadow. Pakistan pulled out in 1990-91, and India in 1986. This year, India is in Group A with Pakistan, UAE, and Oman.

Nonsense: Kris Srikkanth blasts Ajit Agarkar over Iyer's Asia Cup snub reasoning

12:24 20/08/2025

Former India captain Kris Srikkanth has criticised selection committee chief Ajit Agarkar over Shreyas Iyer's omission from the Asia Cup squad. Iyer was among the notable omissions in the 15-man squad, led by Suryakumar Yadav.

06:10 18/07/2025

India faces a daunting challenge at Edgbaston, a venue where they've never won a Test match. After a painful defeat at Headingley, where England chased down a substantial target, India is under pressure to avoid a series loss. Breaking the Edgbaston jinx, dating back to 1967, requires an extraordinary effort against a confident England team.

WTC 2025-27: Australia, England Dominate Early Standings; India Eyes Rebound After Setback

05:10 17/07/2025

The new World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle has commenced with Australia and England leading with a perfect PCT of 100. Sri Lanka follows after their series against Bangladesh. India, despite Shubman Gill's team's impressive fight and five centurions, suffered a loss to England in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy due to a middle-order collapse.

Bumrah's Rest for Lord's Test Under Fire: Sangakkara Questions India's Series Strategy, Cites Team 'Baggage'

03:10 03/07/2025

India's decision to rest Jasprit Bumrah for the second Test against England has drawn criticism, especially from former players like Kumar Sangakkara, Ravi Shastri and Dale Steyn. With India trailing 0-1 in the series, the team management's decision to stick to a pre-decided plan of resting Bumrah has raised questions about their approach to crucial matches and team selection strategy.