Former India fielding coach T Dilip highlights Virat Kohli's non-negotiable intensity on the field, which contagiously raises teammates' standards, and reflects on his cherished moments with the team, including the 2024 T20 World Cup win in Barbados.
VVS Laxman revealed he turned down the India head coach job in 2024 to extend his tenure at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, citing family reasons and a desire to establish the facility's structures.
Australian pace legend Brett Lee praises 15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's skills, urging protection from pressure to achieve greater success.
England star Jos Buttler surpassed Kieron Pollard to become the highest run-scorer in men's T20 cricket history, scoring an unbeaten 51 to lead Manchester Super Giants to victory over Welsh Fire in The Hundred.
England's Jos Buttler surpassed Kieron Pollard to become the all-time leading T20 run-scorer during The Hundred, subsequently tipping 15-year-old Indian batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to eventually break his new record.
Yash Thakur, a 27-year-old Vidarbha pacer, made his T20I debut for India against Zimbabwe, surprising many with his immediate impact, bowling at 140 kmph and taking 4 wickets in 2 matches, fulfilling a lifelong dream despite a non-traditional path and personal setbacks.
The Indian Premier League's value has increased to $20.6bn, a 10.3% rise, driven by record-breaking ownership deals for its franchises, solidifying its position among the world's most valuable sports brands.
India's Abhishek Sharma achieved the best bowling figures by an Indian opener in T20I cricket, taking 3/17 against Zimbabwe, surpassing previous records and helping India secure a 90-run victory and an unassailable 2-0 series lead.
India returns to the No. 1 position in ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings after winning a 2-0 lead over Zimbabwe in their three-match T20I series, edging out England due to a superior ratings decimal.
India's stand-in bowling coach Sunil Joshi lauded Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his record-breaking T20I fifty against Zimbabwe, emphasizing focus on his batting while planning gradual bowling development. Joshi also urged patience with emerging all-rounder Suryansh Shedge and praised Ravi Bishnoi's effective run-up adjustment.
15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history by scoring an 18-ball half-century against Zimbabwe in Harare, becoming the youngest male player to achieve this in international cricket. The record-breaking knock secured India a seven-wicket victory and boosted his confidence after a challenging debut.
India, led by 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's maiden T20I half-century (50 off 18 balls), defeated Zimbabwe by seven wickets in Harare. Chasing 125-7, India cruised to 126-3 with 40 balls to spare, ending a dismal recent T20I run.
The schedule for cricket at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, has been announced, with defending champions India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh receiving direct entry into the men's and women's T20 quarter-finals. The women's competition runs Sept 17-22, men's Sept 24-Oct 1.
Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza attributed his team's seven-wicket loss to India in the opening T20I at Harare Sports Club to a moist pitch that favored the team batting second. India comfortably chased 126, while Raza praised Wessly Madhevere and Tadiwanashe Marumani for their recovery efforts.
Indian pacer Mayank Yadav made a sensational comeback in his first T20I against Zimbabwe after a two-year injury layoff, taking 2 wickets for 18 runs. His father, Prabhu Yadav, was performing a religious circumambulation in Mathura during the match, praying for his son's fitness after a tough period of injuries.
England's Jos Buttler has climbed to second on the all-time T20 run-scoring charts, surpassing Chris Gayle during a Hundred 2026 match at Lord's. This milestone highlights his return to form after a challenging period, placing him 231 runs behind leader Kieron Pollard.
Former India batter Hanuma Vihari criticized the Indian team management for excluding Rajat Patidar from the T20I squad for the Zimbabwe series, despite India's seven-wicket victory in the opening match. Vihari highlighted Patidar's strong IPL performances and leadership, questioning the squad's balance with numerous left-handed batters and the omission of experienced players like Kuldeep Yadav and Sanju Samson.
India's fast bowler Mayank Yadav made a successful return to international cricket after a 21-month injury layoff, taking 2/18 in the opening T20I against Zimbabwe at Harare Sports Club. His performance helped India secure a comfortable seven-wicket victory and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a record-breaking 50 off 19 balls, becoming the youngest male international cricketer to score a T20I fifty, leading India to a seven-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in Harare. Captain Shreyas Iyer praised the teenager's fearless approach and secured his first T20I captaincy win.
India consistently uses T20I tours of Zimbabwe as a platform to debut emerging cricket talent, a tradition dating back to 2010 with players like Virat Kohli. The 2024 series saw new faces such as Abhishek Sharma, and the upcoming 2026 tour is expected to introduce more uncapped players.
India's 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest player to score a men's international T20I fifty against Zimbabwe, achieving the milestone in 18 balls. His viral 'A' celebration, first seen in IPL 2026, is a tribute to his mother, Aarti, whose name starts with 'A'.
Rajasthan pacer Ashok Sharma, 24, debuted for India in the opening T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare, following a remarkable rise through domestic cricket and IPL. His journey from a farming village, supported by family sacrifice, culminated in this international cap after a record-breaking domestic season and IPL success with Gujarat Titans.
India, under captain Shreyas Iyer, defeated Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the first T20I in Harare, ending a seven-match winless streak. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, became the youngest player to score a T20I half-century, while Mayank Yadav also made an impact on his comeback.
Shreyas Iyer, captaining India in the opening T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare, won his eighth consecutive toss, surpassing MS Dhoni's record for most successive toss wins by an Indian captain in T20 Internationals. India elected to bowl first on a pitch expected to have pace and bounce.
