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Indian cricketer and Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag.

Riyan Parag reveals Manchester United connection

August 21, 2026, 05:12 PM - 4 min read

Indian cricketer and Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has opened up about his long-standing admiration for Manchester United and Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, revealing that his childhood connection with the Premier League club played a major role in shaping his football preference.

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India moved within six wickets of victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka after a gripping fourth day in which they established a record chase for the hosts before their bowlers ripped through the top order.

Galle Test: India six wickets away from victory

August 18, 2026, 06:46 PM - 4 min read

Starting the day with a 178-run lead, India extended their advantage to 371 before being bowled out in their second innings. Rishabh Pant provided the decisive acceleration with an entertaining 66 off 69 balls, while Sri Lanka's Asitha Fernando claimed 4/31, the best figures by a Sri Lankan fast bowler at home since Suranga Lakmal's 4/29 in 2019.

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 Sri Lanka were bowled out for 284, with left-arm spinner Manav Suthar and experienced all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja leading India's disciplined bowling effort.

India lead Sri Lanka by 178 runs in first Test

August 17, 2026, 05:55 PM - 3 min read

Indian bowlers overcame an unexpected resistance from Sonal Dinusha to put India firmly in control on the third day of the first Test, with the visitors securing a substantial 178-run first-innings lead over Sri Lanka on Monday.

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The European T20 Premier League begins August 26, with Ashwin, Rahul Dravid and Jonty Rhodes backing the tournament's potential to grow cricket in Europe.

Ashwin, Dravid back European T20 Premier League's growth

August 13, 2026, 04:02 PM - 4 min read

Ravichandran Ashwin, Captain and Mentor of the Dublin Guardians, reflected on Ireland's 2-0 series win against India and said, "Two things made me very happy. One was that a team ranked 10th could beat a team ranked first. I think the sport should be like that. It is also a lesson that the FIFA World Cup has taught us. For this game to become a truly global sport, with more nations coming to the fore and with cricket set to feature in the Olympics in the next couple of years, I see it as a huge positive."

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 Matthew Hayden and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

Sooryavanshi can succeed in longer format: Hayden

August 12, 2026, 05:33 PM - 4 min read

The former Australian opener said the youngster’s ability to perform under pressure at such a young age indicates that he possesses several qualities required to make the transition to longer formats.

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 India batter Sarfaraz Khan.

Sarfaraz Khan likely to replace injured Sai Sudharsan

August 9, 2026, 04:19 PM - 4 min read

India batter Sarfaraz Khan is likely to be added to the squad as a replacement for the injured Sai Sudharsan for the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka, according to sources in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

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Virat Kohli and VVS Laxman.

Virat is an exemplary professional: Laxman

August 9, 2026, 04:00 PM - 4 min read

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Centre of Excellence (CoE) head VVS Laxman on Sunday heaped praise on legendary Indian batter Virat Kohli, describing him as an “exemplary professional” and a role model whose commitment and standards continue to inspire the next generation of cricketers.

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Auqib Nabi and  Irfan Pathan.

Irfan Pathan backs Auqib Nabi to shine

August 4, 2026, 03:25 PM - 4 min read

Nabi received the biggest reward of his promising domestic career on Monday when he earned his maiden call-up to the Indian Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Sri Lanka, beginning on August 15.

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 Cheteshwar Pujara believes Ravindra Jadeja.

Pujara highlights Jadeja's changing mindset as Test bowler

August 4, 2026, 03:11 PM - 4 min read

Jadeja is set to return to India's Test side for the two-match series against Sri Lanka beginning on August 15 after missing the one-off Test against Afghanistan.

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India's premier left-arm fast bowler Arshdeep Singh.

Arshdeep named in North Zone squad

August 3, 2026, 05:41 PM - 4 min read

India's premier left-arm fast bowler Arshdeep Singh has been named in the North Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy, while Jammu and Kashmir wicketkeeper-batter Kanhaiya Wadhawan has been entrusted with the captaincy of the 15-member team for the prestigious domestic tournament.

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South African first-class cricketer Mike Smith.

Mike Smith is the new batting coach of Pakistan

August 3, 2026, 05:37 PM - 4 min read

Smith is expected to begin his role with the squad's upcoming tour of England, where Pakistan will be looking to improve its batting consistency ahead of a busy international schedule.

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West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves.

Five consecutive wicket maidens for Greaves against Pak

July 28, 2026, 03:09 PM - 4 min read

West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves produced one of the most remarkable bowling performances in Test cricket history by becoming the first bowler, since comprehensive statistical records have been maintained, to deliver five consecutive wicket maidens.

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