With Rohit Sharma announcing his retirement from T20Is after the T20 World Cup 2024, the Indian cricket team will be on the lookout for a new leader to steer them in the shortest format.  Here are five potential players who can step up as India's T20I captain: 1. Hardik Pandya Hardik Pandya is the frontrunner to replace Rohit Sharma as the T20I captain. He has already led the Indian T20I side in various series and has been a standout leader in the IPL, guiding the Gujarat Titans to their maiden title in 2022. Pandya’s aggressive style, combined with his ability to inspire and manage play ..read more

It seems like a thrilling end to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's T20I careers, culminating in India's victory in the T20 World Cup final against South Africa.  Kohli's decision to retire after the match, especially after his stellar performance of 76 runs, adds an emotional touch to India's triumph, marking his last hurrah in T20Is. Rohit Sharma, too, announced his retirement from T20Is, capping off a remarkable journey in the format he has cherished. India's win, breaking a decade-long trophy drought in ICC tournaments, underscores their resilience and determination.  Despite early ..read more

Australia's fast bowler Riley Meredith has officially joined Somerset for their Vitality Blast campaign, committing to the club until at least the quarter-final stage of the competition. The 27-year-old pacer will also be available for the Metro Bank One-Day Cup group stages, along with a "managed number" of Vitality County Championship matches. Expressing his enthusiasm for the stint, the seamer stated, "I'm looking forward to the challenge of playing in English conditions and I can't wait to get started. Somerset are the current Vitality Blast champions, and I'll be doing everything I can t ..read more

Headlines are buzzing with rumours of Hardik Pandya losing his vice-captaincy position for India in the upcoming T20 World Cup. According to the ever-chatty folks at Cricbuzz, Rishabh Pant might step into the vice-captain shoes for India's T20 World Cup expedition. Well, it seems Pant's been flexing his leadership muscles and knocking it out of the park for Delhi Capitals in this year's IPL.  The BCCI selectors are set for a rendezvous on May 1st to cook up India's T20 World Cup squad. If the gossip mills are to be believed, Hardik Pandya might need to swap his vice-captain cap for a thin ..read more

Gujarat Titans' star pacer, Mohammed Shami, won't be gracing the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. However, Rishabh Pant is all set to rock the tournament as a wicketkeeper-batter.  And that's not all, Prasidh Krishna from Rajasthan Royals won't be joining the IPL party either. Tough break, I know. So, what's the deal with Shami, the man's recovering from ankle surgery, and it looks like we won't be seeing him in action until September. The surgery went down on February 26, 2024, tackling his pesky right heel problem head-on. According to the official statement from the BCCI, he's under t ..read more

Mumbai Indians (MI) have just dropped a bombshell by appointing Hardik Pandya as their new skipper for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season! The star all-rounder is now the captain, taking over the reins from the legendary Rohit Sharma. And guess what? This wasn't an average transfer deal; it was a mind-blowing INR 15 crore blockbuster trade that brought Hardik back to his roots with the Mumbai Indians, leaving his stint with the Gujarat Titans behind. Some die-hard Rohit Sharma fans are not thrilled about this and have even gone to the extent of unfollowing the MI social media hand ..read more

India has etched its name as the second most triumphant contender in the annals of ODI World Cup cricket. A remarkable 100-run victory over reigning champions England on a blustery Sunday, October 29, at Lucknow's Ekana Stadium marked their 59th conquest in this prestigious competition. The Men in Blue have now eclipsed New Zealand to seize the coveted second place in the all-time list of ODI World Cup match winners. It is only the formidable five-time champions Australia who have triumphed more often than India in this arena, notching up a staggering 73 wins. India's prowess in ODI World Cu ..read more

In the world of cricket, where talent and glamour often collide, it's not uncommon for Indian cricketers to capture the hearts of not only fans. Among the numerous connections and friendships formed within the cricketing fraternity, one intriguing link that has garnered significant attention is the bond between Shubman Gill and Sara Tendulkar.  Shubman Gill  The 24-year-old caught the attention of coaches and selectors with his prodigious batting skills. Gill's batting style is often characterised by elegant strokes, impeccable timing, and a calm demeanour at the crease. He made hi ..read more

The Excitement is rippling through the cricketing sphere following Cricket South Africa's (CSA) revelation of their men's squads slated for upcoming T20I and ODI clashes against Australia on home turf.  The imminent showdown will witness the Proteas engaging in a riveting trilogy of T20Is kicking off on August 30. As battle lines are drawn, the confrontation will escalate with a gripping five-encounter ODI series that will culminate on September 17. De Kock, Rabada, Nortje, and Klaasen will be taking a break during the ODI matches. Under the captaincy of Aiden Markram, the T20I squad boa ..read more

Pakistani speedster Haris Rauf has taken a big leap in his personal life. The 29-year-old has tied the knot with the beautiful Muzna Masood Malik. On a sunny Saturday, Rauf sent his fans into a frenzy when he shared some heartwarming pictures with his newly wedded wife, Muzna Masood, on Twitter. These pictures are truly special, capturing the essence of their wedding festivities. But there's one image that's taking the cricket world by storm. It shows Haris and Muzna entering a cricket stadium together, symbolising their love for the game and each other. Talk about setting some major couple go ..read more