Just months after contemplating retirement, Mumbai captain Siddhesh Lad has stunned the cricketing world by equalling Sachin Tendulkar’s record with a fifth Ranji Trophy century in a single season—a testament to resilience, family support, and unwavering belief.
In a masterclass of consistency, Siddhesh Lad notched his fifth century of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season, an unbeaten 102 that has put Mumbai firmly in control against Delhi and reignited talks of a long-overdue national call-up.
Before The Ashes became cricket’s most storied rivalry, a chaotic experiment in Sydney saw a single Test match played across four separate pitches—one for each innings. This is the untold story of cricket’s most unconventional contest.
With the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 just around the corner, India’s final T20I against New Zealand was a high-stakes audition for the crucial wicketkeeper-batter role. But who truly won the battle between Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson? We break down the stats, form, and team dynamics to reveal the likely frontrunner.
With the T20 World Cup 2026 just around the corner, star wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson is under intense scrutiny. His inconsistent performances have sparked a fierce debate about his place in the Indian squad, leaving fans and experts wondering if the local hero can turn his fortunes around in time.
Despite a recent slump, India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has backed Sanju Samson, calling his struggles a ‘temporary phase’ as the team finalizes its T20 World Cup plans.