India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav, alongside Shivam Dube, is set to light up the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for Mumbai. This isn’t just another domestic match—it’s a high-stakes mission to reignite a career that’s gone cold at the worst possible time.
In a candid admission, Kuldeep Yadav has revealed that the next four to five years are pivotal for his future in Test cricket, prioritizing fitness and his role as an attacking match-winner for India.
In a shocking development, former Test captain Azhar Ali has resigned from his dual roles at the PCB, citing frustration with internal red tape and a major shift in youth team management.
In a passionate defense of head coach Gautam Gambhir, India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has lashed out at critics and the much-maligned Kolkata pitch. Ahead of the crucial Guwahati Test, Kotak stood firm: the backlash is unfair and misdirected.
India’s hopes for a comeback in Guwahati could be dented by an unwelcome boost for South Africa: Kagiso Rabada remains in contention for the second Test, and Simon Harmer is confirmed to play. With a pitch likely to assist spin, this series is turning into a high-stakes tactical duel.
In a rare scheduling twist for the second Test in Guwahati, tea will be served before lunch to align with the Northeast’s early daylight. Sai Sudharsan had a hilarious—and perfectly logical—response: ‘I already drink tea during lunch!’