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Rishabh Pant's Wit Trumps Harry Brook's Sledge in Edgbaston Test Joust - WATCH

During the Edgbaston Test, England's Harry Brook attempted to unsettle Rishabh Pant with playful sledging, questioning his fastest century. Pant, unfazed, responded calmly, focusing on his game. He then scored a crucial 65 off 58 balls, contributing to a significant partnership with Shubman Gill, who made 161.

Bangladesh Coach Phil Simmons Leaves Sri Lanka Tour for Pre-Scheduled Medical Check-up

The Bangladesh head coach, who is going to London for a medical appointment, will return before the third ODI

Vidit Gujrathi Defends Family's Medical Professions After Online Criticism: Chess Star Slams 'LiverDoc' for Disrespect

Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi defended his family members' professions after a social media user questioned their legitimacy as doctors on National Doctors' Day. The dispute arose when Gujrathi acknowledged his father, an ayurvedic specialist, mother, a cosmetologist, sister, a physiotherapist, and wife, a homeopathic doctor.

Azhar Mahmood Tapped as Interim Test Coach for Pakistan After Gillespie Exit

The former Pakistan allrounder was brought in as the assistant coach last year

Najmul Hossain Resigns as Bangladesh Test Skipper Following Sri Lanka Defeat

Najmul made his decision known after the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo

Gujarat Cricket Association to Debut T20 League in 2025-26 Season

GCA secretary confirmed the decision to Cricbuzz and that the board is yet to find a suitable playing window to set the tournament in motion

Smith Poised for Grenada Test Return as Australia Eyes Series Lead

The veteran batter has started practicing and will join the squad in Barbados by Sunday

Prasidh Krishna Vows to Sharpen Bowling Lengths, Cut Economy Rate After Headingley Setback

After an expensive outing in Leeds, the 29-year-old reflected on the learning curve of Test cricket, and the responsibility that comes with Bumrah's absence

Asia Cup Set for Mid-September Start as Optimism Returns Amid India-Pakistan Tensions

The recent release of ICC fixtures involving India and Pakistan women's teams in the Women's T20 World Cup points in that direction; a formal decision likely next week

Iyer's Test Debut Faces Delay Amidst Competition, Says Cricket Expert

Despite Shreyas Iyer's impressive performances in the ICC Champions Trophy, IPL, and domestic red-ball season, Aakash Chopra suggests a Test call-up isn't imminent. Chopra highlights that players like Karun Nair, Sarfaraz Khan, and Dhruv Jurel are ahead in the queue.

Wimbledon Eyes Indian Market: Leveraging Cricket Ties to Ace Expansion Strategy

Wimbledon is targeting India to grow its brand, tapping into cricket’s popularity and engaging young audiences through collaborations, influencers, and technology. Indian cricketers like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and Rohit Sharma have become key figures in this strategy. With key partnerships, Wimbledon aims to blend tradition with innovation for global appeal.

Smriti Mandhana Makes History: First Indian Woman to Score Centuries in All Cricket Formats

Smriti Mandhana made history on Saturday. She became the first Indian woman cricketer to score centuries in all formats. This happened during the T20I against England Women. Mandhana scored 112 runs off 62 balls. India Women posted 210/5, their highest T20I score against England. Her achievement places her among the elite cricketers globally.

Prithvi Shaw Acknowledges Career Downturn: Faulty Choices and Lost Focus Derailed Cricket Dreams

Prithvi Shaw, once hailed as a future star, candidly admits to making poor choices and losing focus on cricket, leading to a decline in his career. After being dropped due to fitness issues and going unsold in the IPL, Shaw seeks a fresh start by leaving the Mumbai Cricket Association to play for Maharashtra.

Gavaskar Calls for Kuldeep Yadav Inclusion, Middle-Order Assessment After India's Test Loss to England

Following India's defeat to England, Sunil Gavaskar suggested that spinner Kuldeep Yadav should replace Shardul Thakur for the Birmingham Test, anticipating favorable conditions for wrist spin. Gavaskar also expressed concerns about the middle order, particularly Sai Sudharsan and Karun Nair after their dismissals.

ICC Test Rankings: Pant Hits Career High, Bumrah Stays Top; Root Still King

Rishabh Pant's historic twin centuries at Headingley propelled him to seventh in ICC Test rankings, while Ben Duckett's stellar performance secured him eighth position. Shubman Gill climbed to 20th after a century. Jasprit Bumrah remains the top Test bowler. In T20Is, Michael Levitt and Brandon McMullen made significant gains, reflecting the growing competitiveness in international cricket.

Rishabh Pant's Fearless Batting Redefining Test Cricket, Says Greg Chappell

Greg Chappell lauded Rishabh Pant's explosive batting in the recent Test match against England, comparing his game-changing impact to that of former Australian cricketer Adam Gilchrist. Pant's twin centuries at Headingley, a feat matched only by Andy Flower previously, showcased his fearless approach and ability to keep bowlers on their toes.