Starc’s 7-Wicket Haul Dominates Ashes Day 1
International, TournamentsMitchell Starc ripped through England with a devastating 7/58, but Australia couldn’t capitalize fully, trailing by 49 runs at stumps on a wild Ashes Day 1 in Perth.
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Pant’s Real Goal Before First India Captaincy
International, PlayersFresh off his appointment as India’s stand-in Test captain, Rishabh Pant reveals his ‘real goal’: fostering a culture where players feel free to express themselves.
Why Shubman Gill Flew to Guwahati Despite Injury?
International, PlayersShubman Gill flew to Guwahati in a final bid to recover in time for the 2nd Test vs South Africa—but was ultimately ruled out and sent to Mumbai for further evaluation.
Bavuma to Captain SA Against India in ODIs
International, PlayersTemba Bavuma will lead South Africa in the ODI series against India, with Quinton de Kock making a stunning ODI comeback. Kagiso Rabada is ruled out due to injury, while Aiden Markram returns as T20I skipper.
Khawaja Barred from Opening in Ashes: The Bizarre ICC Rule
International, PlayersA strange ICC regulation, not injury or form, prevented Usman Khawaja from opening Australia’s Ashes innings, throwing their batting order into chaos on day one in Perth.
India’s No.3 Crisis Under Gambhir: 7 Batters in 18 Tests
Analysis, InternationalUnder head coach Gautam Gambhir, India has cycled through seven different batters at the crucial No.3 position in just 18 Tests—a level of instability that’s raising serious questions about team planning and long-term strategy.