Kuldeep Yadav faces an uncertain future in Test cricket as new spinners like Manav Suthar and Washington Sundar gain prominence, while his own bowling and batting form have been inconsistent.
Kuldeep Yadav is prioritizing Test cricket for the upcoming Afghanistan series, using his IPL break for red-ball preparation. He aims to deliver breakthroughs and acknowledges the shift from T20s, emphasizing patience and consistency.
With Ravindra Jadeja out, India's one-off Test vs Afghanistan highlights emerging talent. Ravichandran Ashwin is eager to watch all-rounder Harsh Dubey, who has impressed in domestic and IPL cricket. Kuldeep Yadav is expected to lead the spin attack.
Cricket Australia has publicly backed veteran pacers Cummins, Starc, and Hazlewood for the 2027 ODI World Cup, managing their fitness. In contrast, India faces uncertainty over the ODI futures of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja due to age and fitness concerns.
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag acknowledged areas for improvement despite securing an IPL playoff spot with a win over Mumbai Indians. Parag highlighted tactical decisions, instinct-driven leadership, and the performance of uncapped bowlers.
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag acknowledged areas for improvement despite securing an IPL 2026 playoff spot with a win over Mumbai Indians. Parag highlighted tactical batting decisions and praised bowlers, attributing his leadership to instinct over data.
Rohit Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi both failed to score significantly in a crucial IPL match at Wankhede Stadium. Despite late fireworks from Jofra Archer and Ravindra Jadeja, Rajasthan Royals posted 205/8.
Ravindra Jadeja and Shardul Thakur, former CSK teammates, provided an entertaining moment in IPL 2026 when a no-ball overturned Thakur's wicket celebration. Jadeja then hit boundaries off the free-hit and next ball.
Ravindra Jadeja and Shardul Thakur shared an entertaining moment in IPL 2026 when a no-ball by Thakur overturned Jadeja's dismissal. Jadeja then hit boundaries off the free-hit and next ball, playfully mocking Thakur's earlier celebration.
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia states the board cannot control player workload during IPL, citing interference with franchise operations, despite concerns over injuries and burnout affecting national team selections.
India's squads for the Afghanistan tour see Ishan Kishan return to ODIs, with Hardik Pandya subject to fitness. Prince Yadav and Gurnoor Brar earn maiden call-ups. Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja are notably absent.
India announced squads for upcoming Afghanistan Test and ODI series. Shubman Gill will captain both, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the ODI team. Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja are rested. Rishabh Pant is out of the ODI squad.
India's selection committee meets May 19 to pick squads for Afghanistan series & discuss 2027 World Cup plans. Future of Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja in focus due to fitness & form.
India's selection committee meets May 19 to pick squads for Afghanistan series & discuss 2027 ODI World Cup. Fitness & form are key, with futures of Kohli, Rohit, and Jadeja under scrutiny. Hardik Pandya's bowling workload and Nitish Kumar Reddy's development are also on the agenda.
Rajasthan Royals' batting coach Vikram Rathour admitted Mitchell Starc's decisive over shifted momentum to Delhi Capitals, causing RR to fall short after a collapse from 162/2 to 193/8. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi impressed with 46 off 21 balls.
Rajasthan Royals' batting coach Vikram Rathour acknowledged Mitchell Starc's crucial over derailed their innings, leading to a loss against Delhi Capitals. Despite a strong start from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, RR fell short of their target.
Ravindra Jadeja unveiled a novel "player in pocket" celebration after dismissing Jos Buttler during the Gujarat Titans vs. Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 match. This fresh gesture added a new dimension to his iconic on-field expressions, following a crucial wicket taken by Donovan Ferreira.
Ravindra Jadeja unveiled a novel "player in pocket" celebration after dismissing Jos Buttler during the Gujarat Titans vs. Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 match. This fresh gesture added a new dimension to his iconic on-field expressions, following a crucial wicket taken by Donovan Ferreira.
Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has criticized Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja for his cautious approach against spin bowling, calling it a long-standing issue in his T20 game. Since 2020, Jadeja's strike rate against spin has hovered around 94.28, among the lowest for regular middle-order batters, while averaging just 21.22 against slow bowling since 2018. In IPL 2026, Jadeja has managed only two sixes in 117 balls. Ashwin compared Jadeja's mindset to MS Dhoni and suggested India preferred Axar Patel over Jadeja during the 2024 T20 World Cup because Axar takes on spinners with confidence.
Mitchell Starc made a dominant return after a three-month injury layoff, taking three crucial wickets for 40 runs. He dismissed key batsmen, including Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, and Riyan Parag, showcasing his fitness and impact. Starc expressed relief and confidence in his performance, dismissing retirement speculation despite visible strapping.
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest player to reach 500 IPL runs, achieving the milestone in just 227 balls. Despite a quiet 8 runs against Lucknow Super Giants, his record-breaking feat and admission of watching cartoons before matches captivated fans. Rajasthan Royals secured a 40-run victory, with Ravindra Jadeja earning Player of the Match.
Rishabh Pant expressed frustration after Lucknow Super Giants suffered a crushing 40-run defeat to Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026. Chasing 160, LSG were bundled out for 119 on a seaming pitch. Pant took accountability, admitting the batting unit failed to adapt and promising introspection. Ravindra Jadeja's unbeaten 43 guided RR to a competitive total, with Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger delivering disciplined bowling.
