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India Extend Dominance In White-Ball Formats, Retain Top Spot In ODIs, T20Is

India retained their top position in the ODIs and T20Is to extend their dominance in the white-ball formats but slipped a place to fourth spot in the Test format, in which Australia reigned supreme, in the latest ICC annual men's ranking update issued on Monday. The latest rankings rate all matches played since May 2024 at 100 per cent and those of the previous two years at 50 per cent. In the ODI rankings, 2023 World Cup finalists India have strengthened their grip at the top on the back of a victorious ICC Champions Trophy campaign, improving their rating points from 122 to 124.

"It Was Chaseable": LSG Star Ayush Badoni's Reality Check To Rishabh Pant, Others

In a high-scoring clash at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) fell short against Punjab Kings (PBKS), who posted a mammoth total of 236/5. Despite a valiant effort with the bat, LSG could only manage 199/7 in response. Ayush Badoni emerged as the standout performer for LSG, showcasing his class with a scintillating 74 off just 40 deliveries. His knock was studded with five boundaries and five towering sixes, keeping LSG in the hunt during the chase.

Sourav Ganguly Meets Vaibhav Suryavanshi After RR's 1-Run Loss, Gives Big Advice: "No Need..."

Former Indian cricket team skipper Sourav Ganguly met Rajasthan Royals' 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi after the IPL 2025 match against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday. It was a poor show from Vaibhav who was dismissed for just four runs as his side slumped to an one-run loss. According to a report by Sangbad Pratidin, Ganguly met Sanju Samson and RR head coach Rahul Dravid before catching up with Vaibhav. Ganguly took a look at Vaibhav's bat and also gave a pep talk to the youngster. "I have seen your game. Keep playing the way you play fearless cricket. There is no need to change the game," he said according to the report.

IPL 2025 - What Makes Gujarat Titans The Best Batting Unit This Season?

It is crunch time in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) and one of the biggest success stories this season has been that of Gujarat Titans. The 2022 champions have had a prolific run in the tournament and while the fast bowling has been a revelation, it is really their batting unit which has been a cut above the rest in the competition. Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler and Shubman Gill have been brilliantly consistent - all scoring in excess of 450 runs at a scoring rate of 150+ in the tournament.

Prabhsimran Singh's Father, Undergoing Dialysis Thrice Per Week, Only Smiles When Son Plays

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season has seen some youngsters take the center stage with their brilliant performances. Among a number of such emerging stars stands tall Punjab Kings' opening batter Prabhsimran Singh, who narrowly missed out on a century against Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday. As Prabsimran called his ailing father after his 48-ball 91, the message he received was that the batter threw his wicket away after getting so close to a century.

Riyan Parag Gives Teammate Cold Staredown As Two RR Batters Depart For Ducks In One Over

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Rajasthan Royals (RR) by just one run as RR stand-in captain Riyan Parag's heroic knock of 95 went in vain. KKR were cruising at one stage with RR down to 71/5. Parag kickstarted a dramatic comeback by slamming five sixes off Moeen Ali in a single over. Prior to that, however, Parag could scarcely believe what was happening as RR lost two wickets in one over, with Varun Chakravarthy picking up the wickets of Dhruv Jurel and Wanindu Hasaranga.

Senior India Star Offers Himself As Rohit Sharma's Test Captaincy Replacement, Turned Down: Report

As the Indian Premier League (IPL) nears its decisive phase, talks over the resumption of international cricket have begun, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) contemplating leadership options for the tour of England in June. While Rohit Sharma has expressed his desire to remain India's Test captain, a report has revealed that no guarantee over his role has been given by the management. In fact, many see the 5-match Test series as an opportunity to begin the transition period in the longest format.

Delhi Capitals Mentor Breaks Silence On England Star Who Was Handed Two-Year IPL Ban

Delhi Capitals (DC) mentor and former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has expressed disappointment over young England batter Harry Brook pulling out of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Pietersen said Brook has technical flaws while facing spin in the subcontinent and he had hoped to help the 26-year-old improve. Brook had been bought by DC for Rs 6.25 crore in the IPL mega auction last year, but withdrew before the season began, citing the need to "recharge himself" before a busy season with the England team. Almost a month later, Brook was appointed as England's new white-ball captain, replacing Jos Buttler after the team's poor performances in recent ICC tournaments.

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India Extend Dominance In White-Ball Formats, Retain Top Spot In ODIs, T20Is

"It Was Chaseable": LSG Star Ayush Badoni's Reality Check To Rishabh Pant, Others

Sourav Ganguly Meets Vaibhav Suryavanshi After RR's 1-Run Loss, Gives Big Advice: "No Need..."

IPL 2025 - What Makes Gujarat Titans The Best Batting Unit This Season?

Prabhsimran Singh's Father, Undergoing Dialysis Thrice Per Week, Only Smiles When Son Plays

Riyan Parag Gives Teammate Cold Staredown As Two RR Batters Depart For Ducks In One Over

Senior India Star Offers Himself As Rohit Sharma's Test Captaincy Replacement, Turned Down: Report

Delhi Capitals Mentor Breaks Silence On England Star Who Was Handed Two-Year IPL Ban