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1st Test: Virat Kohli Moves Past MS Dhoni As India's Second-Most Capped Player

Senior batter Virat Kohli leapfrogged ex-captain MS Dhoni to become the second-most-capped international cricketer for India across formats during the first Test against New Zealand at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Kohli marked his 536th international appearance when he took the field here on Thursday . Dhoni, on the other hand, featured for India in 535 international macthes between 2004 and 2019. After making his international debut in an ODI in Sri Lanka in 2008, Kohli has been part of 115 Tests, 295 ODIs, and 125 T20Is, scoring 27,041 international runs. He also captained India in 213 matches - 68 Tests, 95 ODIs, and 50 T20Is.

Virat Kohli Equals Embarrassing Record With 9-Ball Duck Against New Zealand

Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli equalled an embarrassing record after he was dismissed for a duck on Day 2 of the first Test match against New Zealand in Bengaluru on Thursday. Kohli has been struggling to score big in the recent past and his fortunes did not change as he was dismissed by Will O'Rourke without scoring a single run. It was a short of length delivery from the fast bowler that flew off Kohli's gloves and Glenn Phillips was able to complete a good catch at leg gully. This was Kohli's 38th international duck - the most for any active cricketer along with New Zealand's Tim Southee. India skipper Rohit Sharma is third in the unwanted list with 33 ducks.

"No Sense": Pakistan A Captain Mohammad Haris Blasted Over "Not Allowed To Talk About India" Revelation

Former cricketer Basit Ali lambasted Pakistan Shaheens captain Mohammad Haris for his controversial remark about players not allowed to talk about India in the dressing room during the Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup in Oman. In a video that went viral on social media ahead of India's clash against Pakistan in the Emerging Teams Asia Cup, Haris revealed that talking about India is forbidden in the dressing room. "Aapko ek baat batau. Pehli dafa hoga ke is dressing room mei Bharat par baat karne pe pabandi hai (I will tell you one thing; for the first time ever, we are not allowed to talk about India in the dressing room)," Haris said in a viral video on social media.

Huge Twist In IPL 2025 Retention Purse Rules, Says Report. It Involves Rs 75 Crore

A new dynamic of the Indian Premier League (IPL) auctions has been revealed. As per reports in ESPN Cricinfo and Cricbuzz suggest that Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are set to retain South African wicket-keeper batter Heinrich Klaasen for Rs 23 crore. That amount would be Rs 5 cr more than the Rs 18 cr slab set by the IPL Governing Council for the first retention slot. The amount division suggests that a franchise can retain players for more or less than the designated slab, as long as the total amount of that many players is equal or within the designated Rs 75 crore retained purse.

India vs New Zealand LIVE, 1st Test, Day 2: India's Toss Decision Faces Criticism After Shaky Start vs NZ

India vs New Zealand LIVE, 1st Test, Day 2: Matt Henry has provided New Zealand with their third breakthrough of the day as he dismissed Sarfaraz Khan for 0. Currently, Rishabh Pant and Yashasvi Jaiswal are looking to form a good opening partnership and provide three-down India with some momentum. On the other hand, New Zealand are eyeing some quick wickets, in order to get an upper hand in the game. India skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bat against New Zealand on Day 2 of the first Test in Bengaluru. India have included Sarfaraz Khan and spinner Kuldeep Yadav in their Playing XI. The duo has replaced Shubman Gill and Akash Deep respectively. Gill has been rested, due to a stiff neck. (LIVE SCORECARD)

Cricket Australia losses lower than expected, bumper paydays ahead

SYDNEY : Cricket Australia announced a net deficit of A$31.9 million ($21.34m) for the 2023-4 financial year on Thursday, results that were better than expected at a low-point in the game's four-year cycle.

IPL 2025: Report Makes Explosive Claim About Big Stars Not Wanting To Be Retained Due To This BCCI Rule

The diverse set of rules for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction have reportedly created a big movement ahead of the retentions announcement on October 31. In particular, the Right to Match (RTM) option has allowed players to want to test their market value and choose to not be retained, as per a report by Cricbuzz. The report states that agents of several star players, particularly overseas, have been conducting discussions with other franchises, seeking to eke out the maximum market value for their clients. In such a case, they may not want to be retained and go against their original franchise's wish.

India vs New Zealand 1st Test Weather Update: Full Day Forecast - Is Play Possible On Day 2?

Day 1 of the first Test between India and New Zealand at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru was forced to be called off due to rain throughout the day. While the crowd in Bengaluru would be hoping for some action, rain is predicted once again on Day 2 - Thursday, October 17. Two hours of rain are predicted throughout the day, with consistent cloud cover also predicted, reducing the chances of the sun drying the outfield in case rain does stop.

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1st Test: Virat Kohli Moves Past MS Dhoni As India's Second-Most Capped Player

Virat Kohli Equals Embarrassing Record With 9-Ball Duck Against New Zealand

"No Sense": Pakistan A Captain Mohammad Haris Blasted Over "Not Allowed To Talk About India" Revelation

Huge Twist In IPL 2025 Retention Purse Rules, Says Report. It Involves Rs 75 Crore

India vs New Zealand LIVE, 1st Test, Day 2: India's Toss Decision Faces Criticism After Shaky Start vs NZ

Cricket Australia losses lower than expected, bumper paydays ahead

IPL 2025: Report Makes Explosive Claim About Big Stars Not Wanting To Be Retained Due To This BCCI Rule

India vs New Zealand 1st Test Weather Update: Full Day Forecast - Is Play Possible On Day 2?