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"I've Been Very Critical About His Batting": Rohit Sharma's Clear Message To India Star

The India vs England Test series brought several positives for the Rohit Sharma-led hosts. Despite top stars like Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami missing from action, the Indian cricket team was boosted by the presence of debutants like Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel. They gave a good account of themselves along with the seniors as India notched a 4-1 series win in the five-match series. Kuldeep Yadav was one of the standout performers for India. The left-arm wrist spinner was the joint third-highest wicket-taker with 19 scalps. But more than that, it was his batting which impressed everybody.

"Snow Pe Chalte Hain": Sarfaraz Khan's Cheeky Comment Cracks Up England Star Shoaib Bashir

The Indian cricket team completed a heroic 4-1 series triumph against England, winning the last four matches after going down in the series opener. The emergence of youngsters in the absence of senior stars like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Mohammed Shami, etc. has been highlighted as one of the biggest reasons behind the team's triumph. But, these youngsters haven't just been entertaining with the bat and the ball but also with their antics on the field. Sarfarz Khan, who made his debut in this series, cracked up England's Shoaib Bashir while fielding at short-leg during the Dharamsala Test.

UAE beat Scotland to earn Lalchand Rajput first win as coach

Junaid Siddique and Muhammad Waseem combined to deliver a first victory for Lalchand Rajput as UAE coach as the national team returned to winning ways against Scotland.

WPL 2024: Young Pacer Shabnam Shakil Blows Away UP Warriorz's Chance Of Qualification

Sixteen-year-old pacer Shabnam Shakil announced her arrival on the big stage with brilliant figures of 3/11 to negate Deepti Sharma's brilliance as Gujarat Giants all but dashed UP Warriorz's hopes of qualifying for the knock-out stages with an eight-run victory in the Women's Premier League on Monday. Warriorz, with a negative net run-rate of -0.371, needed to win to have any chance of qualification but despite Deepti's unbeaten 88 off 60 balls, Warriorz could only end up with 144 for 5, chasing a target of 153 set by the Giants. India international Deepti smashed nine fours, while her partner Poonam Khemnar scored 36 off as many balls. But the Warriorz had already lost steam after being reduced to 35 for 5 and it was always going to be a catch-up game for Healy's women.

Alex Carey Shapes Australia's Win Over New Zealand; Surpasses Rishabh Pant In Elite List

Australia's Alex Carey joined the elite company of legendary compatriot Adam Gilchrist and Indian star Rishabh Pant, smashing the second-highest score ever by a wicketkeeper-batter in a successful Test run-chase. Carey achieved this during his side's second Test against New Zealand at Christchurch During a tense run-chase of 279 runs, Carey guided Australia out of troubled waters, rescuing them from 80/5. He went on to score 98* in 123 balls, striking 15 boundaries in a fine match-winning knock. He also had a crucial stand with skipper Pat Cummins.

Shocking Behaviour By Pakistan's Naseem Shah During PSL Match, Kicks Stumps And Gets Fined

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday fined Islamabad United pacer Naseem Shah 10 per cent of his match fee after he breached Pakistan Super League's (PSL) code of conduct during a match against Multan Sultans at the Pindi Cricket Stadium. Naseem who features for Islamabad United on Sunday kicked the stumps after the final ball of Multan Sultans' innings.

"Did Not Have Money To Buy Shoes": Ignored India Star Reveals Early Days Of Struggle, Teammate Who Helped Him

In the Ranji Trophy final, Mumbai are eyeing their 42nd title. They are facing Vidarbha and are in a strong position. The final is also an emotional one for the Mumbai team as on of their veterans Dhawal Kulkarni will retire at the end of the season. It was at the insistence of the team, Kulkarni put off his retirement till the end of the season. Shardul Thakur, who is also playing for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy final revealed how Kulkarni helped him in his early days of struggle.

Suryakumar Yadav To Miss First Two Games Of IPL 2024? Report Makes Big Claim

India's ace T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav is currently undergoing rehabilitation at Bengaluru's National Cricket Academy post an ankle surgery but it is still not clear whether he will be available for the first two games of the Mumbai Indians in the upcoming Indian Premier League. Mumbai Indians will start its campaign on Sunday, March 24, against last year's runners-up Gujarat Titans, and it is a race against time for the world No. 1 T20 batter, who is working hard at the NCA to get back to peak match fitness. "Surya's rehabilitation is on track and he will certainly 'Return to Play' in the IPL itself. However it is still not clear whether the NCA's Sports Science and Medical Team will give clearance to play in the first two away games against Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad (March 27)," a BCCI source told PTI on condition of anonymity.

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"I've Been Very Critical About His Batting": Rohit Sharma's Clear Message To India Star

"Snow Pe Chalte Hain": Sarfaraz Khan's Cheeky Comment Cracks Up England Star Shoaib Bashir

UAE beat Scotland to earn Lalchand Rajput first win as coach

WPL 2024: Young Pacer Shabnam Shakil Blows Away UP Warriorz's Chance Of Qualification

Alex Carey Shapes Australia's Win Over New Zealand; Surpasses Rishabh Pant In Elite List

Shocking Behaviour By Pakistan's Naseem Shah During PSL Match, Kicks Stumps And Gets Fined

"Did Not Have Money To Buy Shoes": Ignored India Star Reveals Early Days Of Struggle, Teammate Who Helped Him

Suryakumar Yadav To Miss First Two Games Of IPL 2024? Report Makes Big Claim