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Yuvraj Singh's Father Disrespects Kapil Dev, Says "Told Him, World Would Spit On You"

Yograj Singh, the father of former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh, often finds a way to make headlines with his explosive comments. Having belittled the legendary MS Dhoni for years, Yograj targeted India's 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev. Born in 1958, Yograj earned his only Test cap in 1981 and made his ODI debut in 1980. After just 6 ODIs in his career, the last of which came in 1981, Yograj's stint as an Indian cricketer ended. But, he has had plenty of sharp opinions to share on Indian cricket and its players since retirement. In a video that has surfaced on social media, Yograj used some insulting remarks about Kapil Dev, leaving many cricket lovers on the internet fuming.

New ICC Chairman, Jay Shah To Be Replaced By Pakistan Board Chief At ACC: Report

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah made history as he was named the new International Cricket Council Chairman. While discussions over Shah's successor in the Indian board are intensifying, the name of his replacement as the Asian Cricket Council chief. As Shah takes up the ICC job, he would have to vacte not just the role of BCCI's secreatary but also the chairman of ACC. As per a report, Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi is leading the race to be named the new ACC boss.

"Couldn't Have Asked For More": Gus Atkinson After Match-Winning Fifer, Century Against Sri Lanka

Following his side's series win over Sri Lanka, England pacer Gus Atkinson said that it was special for him to get on all of Lord's honours boards and bat with Joe Root in the first innings. Atkinson continued his rise in international cricket, getting a fine match-winning century and a five-wicket haul to accomplish a rare double at the iconic venue. This also helped England secure a 190 run win over Sri Lanka and win the three-match series 2-0.

Gautam Gambhir's All-Time India XI Stuns Fans, Some Big Names Snubbed

The head coach of the Indian men's cricket team, Gautam Gambhir named his all-time India XI, snubbing some of the top players that the country is producing. With only XI members to be picked, Gambhir had no choice but to pick some and leave out the others. The former India opening batter had to make some tough choices as he named the XI, but the decision to snub current ODI captain Rohit Sharma and marquee pacer Jasprit Bumrah left many surprised.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 4, Live Score Updates: 2 Down For 9, Pakistan Look To Avoid Another Collapse vs Bangladesh

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 4, Live Updates: Pakistan will resuming Day 4 of the ongoing second Test against Bangladesh at 9/2 in Rawalpindi. Currently, the hosts are leading by 21 runs with Saim Ayub (6*) standing unbeaten at the crease. Earlier on Sunday, Litton Das' 138 revived Bangladesh as they posted 262 before getting bowled out. Das (138) and Mehidy Hasan Miraz (78) put on 165 for the seventh wicket after Shahzad and fellow pacers Mir Hamza had reduced Bangladesh to 6-26. Pacer Khurram Shahzad was the star bowler for Pakistan with his six-wicket haul. (Live Scorecard)

MS Dhoni Will "Never Be Forgiven": Yuvraj Singh's Father Yograj's Fierce Rant

Yograj Singh, father of former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh, has lashed out at MS Dhoni once again. Yograj, who has himself played for India having made 7 appearances in the past at the highest level, keeps criticising former India captain Dhoni on the public platform, accusing him of destroying his son Yuvraj career. In his fresh attack on Dhoni, Yograj has said that Dhoni will never be forgiven in life. The comment from Yograj has gone viral on social media.

Sunil Gavaskar's Bold Prediction For India vs Australia Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar has predicted a 3-1 win for India over Australia in this year's highly-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India have won the last two editions of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy held in Australia in 2018/19 and 2020/21 respectively. The 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy will see India and Australia squaring off in the all-important five-match series at Perth, Adelaide (pink-ball game), Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney, respectively.

"There Are 10 Other Players...": Teammate Comes Out In Defence Of Babar Azam

The Pakistan cricket team is going through a lean patch and so is the case with its star cricketer Babar Azam. The batter has failed to make it count in the red-ball format in the past one and a half year or so. It was in December 2022 when Babar scored 161 against New Zealand in a Test and since then, he has struggled to get runs under his belt. Babar has scored only 320 runs in his last 15 innings. His poor performance in the format has seen the player getting a lot of flak. Amid the ongoing criticism of the star batter, Pakistan all-rounder Salman Ali Agha has come out in defence of the player.

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Yuvraj Singh's Father Disrespects Kapil Dev, Says "Told Him, World Would Spit On You"

New ICC Chairman, Jay Shah To Be Replaced By Pakistan Board Chief At ACC: Report

"Couldn't Have Asked For More": Gus Atkinson After Match-Winning Fifer, Century Against Sri Lanka

Gautam Gambhir's All-Time India XI Stuns Fans, Some Big Names Snubbed

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 4, Live Score Updates: 2 Down For 9, Pakistan Look To Avoid Another Collapse vs Bangladesh

MS Dhoni Will "Never Be Forgiven": Yuvraj Singh's Father Yograj's Fierce Rant

Sunil Gavaskar's Bold Prediction For India vs Australia Border-Gavaskar Trophy

"There Are 10 Other Players...": Teammate Comes Out In Defence Of Babar Azam