Steady rain delayed the start of the India vs Afghanistan ODI in Dharamsala. The HPCA Stadium's advanced sub-surface drainage system, costing Rs 6-8 crores, allowed the ground to be ready quickly after the rain stopped, minimizing delays and spectator disappointment.
India and Pakistan cricket captains Harmanpreet Kaur and Fatima Sana did not shake hands at the toss before their T20 World Cup match. This follows a 'no-handshake' policy adopted by Indian teams since last year's Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, is poised to become the youngest Indian cricketer, selected for India's T20I series against Ireland and a white-ball series in England, following a stellar IPL 2026 campaign.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old batsman, has made a record-breaking impact in IPL 2026, scoring 776 runs with a strike rate of 237.30, earning him multiple awards and a call-up to India's senior T20I squad.
Shreyas Iyer overcomes numerous challenges, including injuries and selection setbacks, to become captain of the Indian T20I team, highlighting his resilience and consistent performance.
Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi claims many star Indian cricketers were unwilling to play the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup, dismissing it as a "stupid game." Modi personally urged players during India's tour of England to participate, but they preferred to rest after a long tour. He also stated that the BCCI sent a "second team" led by MS Dhoni, as senior players like Tendulkar and Dravid opted out. Modi believes Yuvraj Singh's six sixes in an over against England significantly boosted viewership and interest in the T20 format.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's record-breaking IPL 2026 season has ignited a debate about his inclusion in the Indian cricket team. While some former cricketers advocate for fast-tracking him, others, like Sanjay Manjrekar, urge caution, emphasizing the difference between T20 and red-ball cricket and the importance of the player's own aspirations.
Sairaj Bahutule has been appointed as the spin-bowling coach for the Indian men's cricket team ahead of the one-off Test against Afghanistan. Bahutule, 53, brings extensive coaching experience from domestic and franchise cricket.
The IPL 2026 season highlighted poor workload management as Indian cricketers like Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Riyan Parag played with injuries, sparking concerns over prioritization of fitness over performance.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's IPL 2026 performance is drawing global attention, with Michael Vaughan stating UK fans tune in specifically for him. Vaughan believes age is the only barrier to his India debut, calling him the season's best opener.
Indian all-rounder Vijay Shankar has retired from domestic cricket and the IPL, concluding a career that included 12 ODIs and 9 T20Is, and a spot in the 2019 World Cup squad. He aims to explore new opportunities in the game.
Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami has been acquitted by the Alipore Court in a cheque bounce case filed by his estranged wife Hasin Jahan. The case involved a Rs 1 lakh cheque and had been ongoing for nearly four years.
18-year-old Prince Yadav received his maiden India ODI call-up for the series against Afghanistan. The fast bowler, who only started playing with a leather ball at 18, has impressed with his yorkers and wicket-taking ability in domestic and IPL cricket.
18-year-old Prince Yadav receives maiden India ODI call-up for series against Afghanistan, a remarkable journey from local tennis ball matches to IPL and national selection.
Rahul Dravid disagrees with Gautam Gambhir's view on superstar culture in Indian cricket, stating heroes are earned through performance. He also noted the difficulty in replacing recently retired stars like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli and the challenges players face balancing formats due to the packed cricket calendar.
Former India cricketer Atul Wassan has accused new head coach Gautam Gambhir of being a "bully" with an "my way or the highway" approach, stemming from his Delhi cricket days. While Gambhir has achieved white-ball success, India's Test form has declined, raising questions about his confrontational coaching style's suitability.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is dominating IPL 2026, leading the Orange Cap race with 400 runs. Former cricketer Irfan Pathan highlights the teenager's fearless style against world-class bowlers as a transformative moment for Indian cricket.
India's T20 dominance built on IPL's high-scoring template faces scrutiny after this season's low-scoring games. DC's humiliating 13/6 in Powerplay against RCB exposed batting vulnerabilities. Former selectors warn that batters struggle on bowler-friendly pitches, raising concerns for 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa and 2028 T20 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored a breathtaking 103 off just 37 balls for Rajasthan Royals against Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026, hitting 12 sixes and five fours at a strike rate above 250. Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif called him a "once-in-a-generation talent" and "the next superstar for Indian cricket for the next 20 to 25 years." Despite the heroics, SRH successfully chased the target with contributions from Ishan Kishan (74) and Abhishek Sharma (57).
Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif praised 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his explosive 103-run innings for Rajasthan Royals, calling the teenager a generational talent with the temperament and skill of a veteran.
BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla attributes India's cricket success to its vast talent pool with 4-5 capable players per position, strong grassroots development, and high-performance ecosystem including Bengaluru's centre of excellence. He discusses the Supreme Court directive limiting states to one domestic team, IPL and WPL's role in player development, and UP's seven consecutive victories in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla attributes India's cricket success to its vast talent pool with 4-5 capable players per position, strong grassroots development, and the high-performance ecosystem including Bengaluru's centre of excellence. He explains that structured tournaments across age groups and platforms like IPL and WPL provide world-class exposure. On UP's demand for multiple teams, Shukla cites Supreme Court directives allowing only one state team, but highlights the UP T20 League with six teams offering participation to over 200 players.
Indian cricketer Virat Kohli is trending after liking a German vlogger LizLaz's Instagram post, sparking memes and speculation. His ex-girlfriend Izabelle Leite, with whom he reportedly dated from 2012-2014, reacted with a weary emoji, writing 'it's been 12 years, and counting. why can't people get over it.' This marks another instance of Kohli's social media activity causing online chatter, following a similar incident in May 2025 when he liked Avneet Kaur's picture and attributed it to an 'algorithm error.'
Novak Djokovic revealed at the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid that Virat Kohli sparked his interest in cricket, calling the Indian cricket icon a friend he respects and admires. The Serbian tennis star, hosting the ceremony alongside Eileen Gu, expressed his love for Indian fans and shared his desire to visit India soon to host an event or play a match.
