A fiery debate has erupted after South Africa’s 30-run win at Eden Gardens, with AB de Villiers questioning India’s home advantage and calling out Gautam Gambhir’s pitch defense as a veiled critique of Indian players.
India’s Test campaign faces a major setback as captain Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the crucial second Test against South Africa in Guwahati due to a neck injury. Young batter Sai Sudharsan is expected to step into the top order.
In a major development, Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency has launched a formal probe against former captain Rashid Latif for his public criticism of the PCB and its chairman. Legendary all-rounder Wasim Akram is also under scrutiny for a separate, serious allegation.
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting believes England’s revolutionary ‘Bazball’ approach wasn’t a general philosophy but a two-year masterplan with one goal: to conquer the Ashes in Australia.
Shai Hope smashed a magnificent 109 in Napier, but it wasn’t enough as New Zealand’s clinical chase—powered by a rare century stand between Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra—sealed a 2-0 ODI series win and extended their incredible home dominance.
In a major boost for Team India, captain Shubman Gill was spotted arriving in Guwahati without his neck brace, fueling optimism about his recovery. However, his participation in the crucial second Test against South Africa remains a game-time call.