With the World Test Championship on the line, Mohammed Siraj has stepped up as the leader of India’s pace attack, calling the upcoming series against South Africa ‘crucial’ for their title hopes.
In a raw and emotional revelation, Pakistan cricketer Azam Khan has opened up about the torrent of verbal abuse he endured from fans during his international career—admitting he was left in tears by relentless criticism over his fitness, fielding, and inconsistent performances. Despite representing Pakistan in 14 T20Is, Azam never scored a half-century and was dropped after the team’s underwhelming 2024 T20 World Cup campaign.
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has acknowledged Dhruv Jurel’s strong domestic form but highlighted the tough competition for a spot in India’s established Test middle order. With the No. 3 position under scrutiny ahead of the South Africa series, Jurel’s case has sparked debate—but Ganguly’s cautious “playing well, but…” remark suggests the road to a Test cap remains steep.
In a delightful break from high-stakes cricket, Indian captain Rohit Sharma showcased his fun-loving side by transforming into an impromptu DJ for a wedding celebration. The viral moment—where he played the iconic Bollywood track ‘Aaj Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai’—has charmed fans worldwide, even as he gears up for the crucial ODI series against South Africa following a stellar performance in Australia.
In the wake of intense criticism over the exclusion of star bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Kuldeep Yadav from India’s initial T20I squad, BCCI Vice-President and chief selector Gautam Gambhir has finally spoken out. Calling it one of the “toughest conversations” of his tenure, Gambhir defended the controversial decision to rest India’s leading T20I wicket-taker in favor of emerging talent—a move that sparked debate but was later vindicated by Arshdeep’s sharp comeback.
After Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s match-winning 168-run stand in Sydney, commentator Gautam Gambhir sparked debate with his cryptic line: “I can never celebrate.” Was it a veiled critique of their celebratory style? We dive deep into the context, reactions, and what it means for India’s cricketing culture.