Thiruvananthapuram: Cricket fever is set to grip Kerala as the iconic Kariavattom Greenfield Stadium gears up to host five matches of the upcoming Women’s Cricket World Cup, including a high-stakes semi-final. The fixtures, originally slated for Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium, have been shifted to Thiruvananthapuram in what promises to be a sporting spectacle for the state. Read More…
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Kohli & Rohit Going Strong: BCCI Quashes ODI Retirement Rumours, Eyes on 2027 World Cup
New Delhi: Putting an end to swirling speculation, the BCCI has firmly dismissed rumours that Indian cricket icons Virat Kohli and captain Rohit Sharma are set to retire from One Day Internationals anytime soon. While earlier whispers hinted at a possible swansong after the 2027 ODI World Cup, recent reports claimed the duo might bow Read More…
BCCI Escapes RTI Scrutiny in New Sports Bill Amendment
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has been officially excluded from the Right to Information (RTI) Act under the newly revised Central Sports Bill, following strong resistance from the cricket body. The original bill, presented in the Lok Sabha on July 23, sought to classify all national sports organizations, including BCCI, as Read More…
IPL 2025 Returns on May 17 After Suspension; Grand Finale on June 3
New Delhi: After a brief pause due to rising tensions between India and Pakistan, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is all set to return with high-octane cricketing action from May 17, the BCCI confirmed in an official statement. The remaining matches will unfold across six different venues, culminating in the much-awaited grand final on Read More…
End of an Era: Virat Kohli Announces Retirement from Test Cricket
Mumbai – In a heartfelt announcement that marks the close of a legendary chapter in Indian cricket, Virat Kohli has officially retired from Test cricket. The announcement comes hot on the heels of Rohit Sharma’s own Test exit, signaling a generational shift in Indian cricket’s leadership and legacy. Kohli, who wore the whites for 14 Read More…
PM Modi’s Historic Visit to Guyana: Cricket and Culture Unite Nations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his groundbreaking visit to Guyana, highlighted the unifying power of cricket in fostering closer ties between India and Guyana. Engaging with prominent cricket players from the Caribbean nation, PM Modi emphasized that cricket serves as a cultural bridge, strengthening the shared history and mutual understanding between the two countries. This Read More…
“Jay Shah Takes the Helm as ICC Chairman: A Bold New Vision for Cricket”
In a game-changing move, Jay Shah has been named the new Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), ushering in a fresh era for global cricket. His appointment represents a significant shift in how the sport will be governed and promises to bring innovative changes to the international cricketing landscape. Shah, known for his impactful Read More…
Jay Shah Set to Become ICC Chairman, Replacing Greg Barclay
Mumbai– Indian cricket is poised to make a significant impact on the global stage as Jay Shah, the current Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), is all set to become the next Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). The announcement is expected to be made soon. The incumbent Chairman, Read More…