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Sachin Tendulkar Foundation Kids Share Field With Cricket Greats For International Masters League

Children of the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation's (STF) Sports for Development programs got a unique opportunity to observe cricket greats in action on the field, as per the release from International Masters League (IML). Their pride was visible as they walked out onto the field at DY Patil Stadium alongside the India Masters and England Masters teams and stood to attention next to Sachin Tendulkar as the National Anthem played. A battle of skill, strategy and cricketing nostalgia unfolded as the yesteryear cricketing stars assembled under the floodlights of a packed DY Patil Stadium here to witness the India Masters riding on an all-round brilliance to convincingly beat England Masters by 9 wickets in another enthralling International Masters League 2025 affair.

"Can't Replace Entire Team With U-19 Squad...": Pakistan Coach Drops Big Bombshell

Pakistan's interim head coach, Aaqib Javed, assured that the management will take steps in the best interest of the national team following their surprise early exit from the ongoing Champions Trophy. Backed as one of the hot favourites, the defending champions, Pakistan, crashed out of the Champions Trophy after surrendering two defeats on the trot. Pakistan's dreadful run started with an imposing six-wicket defeat against New Zealand in the tournament opener. It continued with a six-wicket hammering at the hands of arch-rival India in Dubai. A major cricket tournament returned to Pakistan for the first time in 29 years, but the hosts' journey will end on Thursday against Bangladesh in the group stage.

Pakistan Star Hints At ODI Retirement After Early Champions Trophy Exit. Report Reveals PCB's Stance

Pakistan Cricket Board has advised Fakhar Zaman to reconsider any hasty plans of retirement from ODI cricket after reports emerged that the experienced opener was contemplating quitting the format following his injury-enforced exclusion from the Champions Trophy. According to sources, Fakhar, who was sidelined from the ICC event after sustaining an injury in the opening game against New Zealand, is contemplating retiring from ODIs to focus on T20 cricket. "He is basically upset and down because of his recent fitness and health issues,” a source close to the batsman said.

Ranji Trophy Final, Day 1: Danish Malewar's Unbeaten Ton, Karun Nair's 86 Take Vidarbha To 254/4

A horrible mix-up between Karun Nair (86) and Danish Malewar (138 not out) denied the former a deserving century but their much needed resistance took Vidarbha to a formidable 254/4 at stumps on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy final against Kerala in Nagpur on Wednesday. Nair and Malewar led a strong fightback for the hosts at the VCA Stadium after Kerala seamers struck early thrice to leave Vidarbha struggling at 24 for three. The pair put on a resolute 215-run stand for the fourth wicket consuming as many as 414 deliveries across the three sessions, mixing caution with aggression to give Vidarbha a strong footing in the summit clash.

Australia's Kuhnemann cleared of suspected illegal bowling action

Australia spin bowler Matthew Kuhnemann has been cleared to continue bowling in international cricket after his action was deemed to be legal by the sport's global body following an independent assessment.

Watch: Sachin Tendulkar Rolls Back The Years With Vintage Stroke-Play. Internet In Awe

Legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar lit up the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai with a vintage knock on Tuesday. Tendulkar rolled back the years with a 21-ball 34 as India Masters thrashed England Masters by 9 wickets. Set a target of 132, India Masters achieved the total with 50 balls to spare, thanks to Gurkeerat Singh Maan's quickfire half-century. However, the highlight of the day was Tendulkar's vintage masterclass as fans took over the stadium with nostalgic 'Sachin, Sachin' chants.

Big Relief For Matthew Kuhnemann As Australia Star's Bowling Action Cleared By ICC

Australia's left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann, who was reported for an illegal bowling action during the second Test against Sri Lanka last month, has been cleared by the ICC after undergoing extensive testing in Brisbane. The development means Kuhnemann will be able to resume playing for Australia in the Test tour of the Caribbean scheduled later this year. "Kuhnemann's action has now been deemed to be legal and the left-arm spinner will continue to bowl in international cricket," the ICC said in a statement.

Champions Trophy: Jos Buttler's Subtle "Unique Tournament" Dig At Team India Over Dubai Advantage

Does playing at a single venue give Team India an advantage over 7 other teams in the ICC Champions Trophy? Many former cricketers and pundits have spoken of the 'undeniable advantage' that Rohit Sharma's side has enjoyed since the start of the tournament, thanks to a unique setup that sees them play all of their matches in Dubai. Other teams, in comparison, have had to travel to different venues, and adapt to different types of wickets. When England captain Jos Buttler was asked about the 'advantage' Team India has and his view on it, he gave a subtle response.

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Sachin Tendulkar Foundation Kids Share Field With Cricket Greats For International Masters League

"Can't Replace Entire Team With U-19 Squad...": Pakistan Coach Drops Big Bombshell

Pakistan Star Hints At ODI Retirement After Early Champions Trophy Exit. Report Reveals PCB's Stance

Ranji Trophy Final, Day 1: Danish Malewar's Unbeaten Ton, Karun Nair's 86 Take Vidarbha To 254/4

Australia's Kuhnemann cleared of suspected illegal bowling action

Watch: Sachin Tendulkar Rolls Back The Years With Vintage Stroke-Play. Internet In Awe

Big Relief For Matthew Kuhnemann As Australia Star's Bowling Action Cleared By ICC

Champions Trophy: Jos Buttler's Subtle "Unique Tournament" Dig At Team India Over Dubai Advantage