The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 shattered viewership records, surpassing the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 by an impressive 23%, further cementing cricket’s immense popularity in India. The tournament amassed a staggering 250 billion minutes of total watch time, with 137 billion minutes on Star Sports and 110 billion minutes on JioHotstar. This success was…
In the first of five Twenty20 internationals played at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on March 16, 2025, Pakistan lost badly to New Zealand by nine wickets, marking a difficult start to their white-ball cricket career under new leadership. This match marked the start of Pakistan’s preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup following a disappointing…
Shubman Gill, Steve Smith, and Glenn Phillips have been shortlisted for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for February 2025, following their exceptional performances across various formats. Gill, India’s top-order batsman, has been in sublime form in the 50-over game, playing a crucial role in guiding Rohit Sharma’s squad to the ICC Men’s…
Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma has leased out his premium residential property in Lower Parel, Mumbai, for a monthly rent of ₹2.6 lakh, as per property registration documents analyzed by Square Yards. The apartment is part of Lodha Marquise – The Park, a luxurious residential project by Macrotech Developers Limited (Lodha Group), spanning across a sprawling…
During India’s ICC Champions Trophy match against Bangladesh at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on February 20, 2025, captain Rohit Sharma achieved a remarkable milestone in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). The seasoned opener became the second-fastest batter in history to reach 11,000 ODI runs, a record previously set by Virat Kohli. Rohit is now the fourth…
India’s star cricketer Virat Kohli has decided to make himself available for Delhi’s final Ranji Trophy league match against Railways, scheduled to be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium from January 30. The announcement comes just days after the BCCI introduced new guidelines mandating contracted players to participate in domestic tournaments to remain eligible for…
Tamim Iqbal has officially announced his retirement from international cricket, marking the second time he has stepped away from the game. He initially retired in July 2023 during an emotional press conference, only to reverse his decision within 24 hours after the intervention of Bangladesh’s then-prime minister, Sheikh Hasina. Tamim informed the selectors of his…
In-form opener Smriti Mandhana delivered a sensational performance, scoring a commanding 91 off 102 balls, while Harleen Deol added a solid 44 runs to help the India women’s cricket team achieve their second-highest ODI total on home soil. The match, held in Vadodara, saw India dominate West Indies in the series opener with a resounding…
Delhi pacer Harshit Rana is shaping up as a formidable competitor to senior teammate Prasidh Krishna for the third seamer’s role in India’s playing XI for the first Test against Australia in Perth, starting November 22. Despite having played only ten first-class matches, Harshit has impressed selectors with his ability to consistently bowl at speeds…
During a recent media briefing, ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup in the UAE, highlighting the country’s unique diversity. He noted that this rich multicultural environment makes the event feel like a home tournament for all participating nations, as fans from across the globe will be…