Author: Rahul M

India’s hopes of levelling the five-match Test series against England have taken a major hit with a string of injury setbacks ahead of the crucial 4th Test at Old Trafford, Manchester. All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the remainder of the tour after suffering a knee ligament injury during a gym training session, adding to India’s growing injury list that already includes fast bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep. Nitish Reddy’s Untimely Injury: Gym Session Turns Costly Unlike traditional injuries that occur during matchplay, Reddy’s setback came off the field—while working out in the gym on Sunday,…

In a significant development that will shape the future of Test cricket, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that England will continue to host the next three World Test Championship (WTC) Finals — in 2027, 2029, and 2031. This decision was announced following the ICC Annual Conference held in Singapore and solidifies England’s position as the spiritual and strategic home of the marquee Test event. Despite mounting interest from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to bring the final to Indian soil, the ICC has chosen to stay with the tried-and-tested formula, citing England’s “proven track…

As India gears up for a must-win fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, all eyes are on Rishabh Pant, who stands at the cusp of rewriting Indian Test cricket history. The dynamic left-hander needs just three sixes to surpass the legendary Virender Sehwag’s all-time record of 90 sixes in Test cricket—an iconic milestone that has stood unchallenged for years. Despite carrying a finger injury from the Lord’s Test, Pant remains a strong contender to feature as wicketkeeper in Manchester. If he takes the field, it could be a defining match for him both personally and professionally. Pant vs Sehwag:…

In a tournament meant to unite cricket’s greatest, the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 witnessed its most divisive moment. The much-hyped India vs Pakistan clash was cancelled, not because of weather or scheduling, but due to politics, provocation, and patriotism. At the heart of the storm? Shahid Afridi. Following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which claimed 26 lives, India launched Operation Sindoor, a swift and decisive military response. In the aftermath, while tensions between the two nations were already high, it was Afridi’s controversial and inflammatory remarks that seemed to pour salt into national wounds. Shahid Afridi’s…

WI vs AUS: Australia began their T20I series against the West Indies with a hard-fought three-wicket win at Sabina Park in Jamaica on Sunday (July 20, 2025), with debutant Mitchell Owen emerging as the standout performer with both bat and ball. The visitors chased down a competitive 190-run target with seven balls to spare, thanks to Owen’s all-round brilliance and a blazing partnership with Cameron Green. West Indies Post 189-8 After Promising Start Batting first after being put in by Australian skipper Mitchell Marsh, West Indies looked well-placed for a 200-plus total at one stage. Skipper Shai Hope led from…

In a match that exposed more cracks in Pakistan’s T20 armour than the pitch they criticized, the visitors succumbed to a humbling 7-wicket loss against Bangladesh in the 1st T20I at the Shere Bangla National Stadium. But instead of owning up to a dismal batting effort that saw them bundled out for just 110, Pakistan’s post-match narrative turned sharply toward the condition of the surface. Mike Hesson Slams the Pitch, But the Scoreboard Tells a Different Story Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson didn’t mince words in the post-match press conference, branding the Dhaka pitch as “not up to international standards.”…

Following Agra and Balrampur, a major illegal conversion racket has now been busted in Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh. The gang is reportedly suspected of luring as many as 97 women, who are now missing, according to intelligence sources and police. With the case being very sensitive in nature, several intelligence and special police teams have already been sent to probe the issue in great depth. The case took a serious turn after Umar Gautam was arrested in Agra. Gautam, while being interrogated, revealed information about the Islamic conversion network as his ‘list’ of women had names from Aligarh as…

In a moment that blurred the lines between cricket and football, Manchester witnessed a unique and memorable crossover as the Indian cricket team met Premier League giants Manchester United at the Carrington training facility. As part of a special event orchestrated by adidas, the meeting wasn’t just about jerseys and handshakes — it was a celebration of elite sport, global fandoms, and mutual respect between two sporting powerhouses. INDIAN TEAM × MANCHESTER UNITED…!!!! – Team India & Manchester United’s players together in a single frame at Manchester. pic.twitter.com/uSerhpUanm — Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) July 20, 2025 Social media exploded the moment the…

A highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan at the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 was called off on Sunday, July 20, following a major controversy involving former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi. Several Indian players reportedly opted out of the exhibition match, citing Afridi’s past comments against India during sensitive diplomatic moments, particularly following Operation Sindoor. Afridi Calls Out Shikhar Dhawan for India’s No-Show Speaking to the media on the scheduled match day, Afridi expressed disappointment over India’s withdrawal, directly blaming Shikhar Dhawan for influencing the decision. According to Afridi, Dhawan’s open refusal to play in the presence of…

In a major turn of events that has stirred both the cricketing world and political corridors, the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan clash in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 was officially called off, with Pakistan Champions awarded two points after India Champions refused to play. The move, grounded in deep political undertones following the Pahalgam terror attack, has reignited conversations on the intersection of geopolitics and sports. Why India Pulled Out: The Political Context India Champions were scheduled to begin their WCL 2025 campaign with a high-octane encounter against arch-rivals Pakistan in Birmingham. However, citing rising tensions post the…