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BAN vs PAK (AP Photo/Mahmud Hossain Opu) Former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Kamran Akmal has strongly criticised the Pakistan national cricket team following their 1–2 ODI series defeat against the Bangladesh national cricket team during the Pakistan Tour of Bangladesh 2026.The series loss triggered widespread criticism on social media, with Akmal’s fiery reaction also going viral after…

While Mcgrath and Warne told Waugh to bat again as they were weary, Kasprowicz (in pic) said he was fine if the follow-on was enforced. He went on to regret the decision as he bowled 35 wicketless overs. (Getty Images) When Steve Waugh’s Australians arrived in India, riding a 15-match winning streak — extended to…

New Zealand vs South Africa New Zealand hit with a major injury set back as their star leg spinner is ruled out of the ongoing T20I series against South Africa after suffering a thumb injury during training.The leg-spinner Ish Sodhi, picked up the injury while bowling in a training session at Bay Oval on March…

Hardik Pandya (PTI Photo) MUMBAI: Of late, Hardik Pandya has been making headlines for reasons beyond cricket. His cosy celebrations with girlfriend Mahieka Sharma after India’s triumph in the 2026 T20 World Cup drew criticism, with a Nagpur-based advocate even filing a police complaint. Reports of the allrounder buying a Rs 12-crore Ferrari 12Cilindri have…

Gujarat Titans’ Jos Buttler (PTI Photo/Arun Sharma) Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has highlighted key concerns for the Gujarat Titans ahead of the IPL 2026 season, pointing to their reliance on the top-order and star batter Jos Buttler’s lacklustre form as potential trouble spots.The Titans reached the IPL 2025 playoffs but fell to the Mumbai…

India’s Sanju Samson (ANI Photo) Former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid, recently honoured with the Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award at the BCCI’s annual awards function, expressed his gratitude for the recognition and reflected on the opportunities he has had throughout his cricketing journey. Speaking to Star Sports, Dravid said, “I’m very…

Rahul Dravid, Gautam Gambhir and Suryakumar Yadav (PTI) Former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid on Sunday said the country’s vast cricketing potential is finally translating into consistent success, with a series of victories in global tournaments reflecting the immense talent long present in Indian cricket. India have enjoyed a remarkable run in ICC…

After an arduous wait, the West Indies cricket team and its staff have successfully made their journey back home following their time in India for the T20 World Cup. The team faced significant challenges due to travel restrictions caused by escalating tensions in West Asia, resulting in closed airspace and canceled flights that kept them…

ICC Chairman Jay Shah emphasized that no team is bigger than the organization, reflecting on the recent T20 World Cup’s success despite pre-tournament uncertainties. He highlighted shattered viewership records and congratulated associate teams for their strong performances. Shah also urged India’s captain and coach to maintain their winning momentum and plan for future tournaments. Jay…

Image credit: Bangladesh Cricket Board NEW DELHI: A dramatic moment in the second ODI between Pakistan national cricket team and Bangladesh national cricket team sparked huge debate online after Salman Ali Agha was involved in a controversial run-out. The incident quickly went viral, and even the Rawalpindi Traffic Police joined the conversation with a safety…