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New Delhi: Indian cricket fans witnessed a surprising shake-up in the T20 team as Shubman Gill was dropped after a string of underwhelming performances. Gill, who had been opening in place of Sanju Samson and even served as the vice-captain, failed to deliver consistently. Meanwhile, Samson’s own form in 2025 has not been significantly better, showing that the gap between the two stars remains minimal. Shubman Gill’s 2025 T20 Stats:Shubman Gill played 15 T20 Internationals for India in 2025, batting in all matches and scoring 291 runs at an average of 24.25 with a strike rate of 137. Despite opening in every match, Gill could not register a single fifty. His innings included 38 fours and 4 sixes, with his highest score being 47 against Pakistan in Dubai. Sanju Samson’s 2025 T20 Stats...

New Delhi: Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma has revealed that he contemplated quitting cricket after India’s heartbreaking loss in the 2023 World Cup final. Speaking at the Masters Union event, Rohit described the defeat as one of the most challenging moments of his career, saying it left him feeling completely drained and defeated. A Crushing Defeat:India entered the 2023 World Cup as strong favorites and won 10 consecutive matches to reach the final. The team started the final against Australia with high intensity, but Australia eventually clinched the victory, leaving the entire nation in shock. Rohit, who led the team in the tournament, admitted that the loss made him question his future in cricket. “I Had Nothing Left”Rohit Sharma said, “After the 2023 World Cup final, I was ...

New Delhi: England’s cricket team has suffered a heavy defeat in the Ashes series against Australia. After losing the first three matches of the five-match series, England’s hopes of winning the Ashes have been dashed once again. The team has failed to reclaim the coveted trophy for nearly a decade. India’s former captain and current world No.1 ODI batsman, Rohit Sharma, took a light-hearted dig at England following their loss. Speaking at an event in Gurugram, Rohit said, “Playing in Australia is the toughest challenge in cricket. You can ask England about that.” England’s Struggles in Australia:England lost the first two Test matches in Perth and Brisbane by 8 wickets each, both concluding in less than three days. The third Test in Adelaide saw England putting up a stronger fight, ...

Indian pacer and all-rounder Shardul Thakur has become a proud father. His wife, Mitali Parulkar, gave birth to a baby boy, bringing immense joy to the Thakur family. Shardul shared this happy news on social media just before the New Year. A Journey TogetherThe 34-year-old cricketer married Mitali on 27 February 2023, though the couple has known each other since school. They got engaged in November 2021, in a ceremony attended by several prominent cricketers, including Rohit Sharma. Shardul Shares His JoyPosting on Instagram, Shardul expressed his happiness over the arrival of their son. Accompanying photos with his wife, he wrote, “Hidden in the hearts of parents, with silence, trust, and endless love, our little prince has finally arrived. Welcome, dear son – the dream we nurtured ...

Dubai: The Under-19 Asia Cup final between India and Pakistan on December 21, 2025, ended in a historic win for Pakistan, but the post-match presentation ceremony sparked controversy once again. The Indian team’s absence during the trophy presentation highlighted the ongoing tension between cricket and politics in the region. ACC President Mohsin Naqvi presented the trophy and medals to the victorious Pakistani side, but no Indian player was present to accept the runners-up awards—a departure from usual protocol, where both winning and losing teams participate. In India’s absence, Afghanistan Cricket Board chairman Mirwais Ashraf accepted the cheque on behalf of the runners-up. Mohsin Naqvi’s Dual RoleThis is not the first time India has refused to accept awards from Naqvi. During th...

As 2025 draws to a close, it’s time to look back at the Indian cricketers who have lit up the T20 format with their explosive hitting. This year, several stars have thrilled fans with their six-hitting prowess. Here’s a look at the top five Indians who smashed the most sixes in T20s in 2025. 1. Abhishek SharmaLeading the pack is India’s dynamic opener Abhishek Sharma. In 41 matches and 40 innings this year, he has hit an astonishing 108 sixes, amassing a total of 1,602 runs. His power-hitting has been a key factor in India’s aggressive T20 strategy. 2. Vaibhav SuryavanshiAt just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has made a remarkable impact. In 17 T20 matches, he scored 688 runs and cleared the ropes 60 times, showcasing incredible talent and composure for his age. 3. Suryakumar Y...

Visakhapatnam: India Women began their five-match T20I series against Sri Lanka with a commanding eight-wicket victory in the first encounter at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The win was highlighted by a brilliant unbeaten 69-run knock from Jemimah Rodrigues, who guided India to a comfortable chase in just 14.4 overs. India restricted Sri Lanka to 121/6 despite early hopes that the dew might aid the batters. The Sri Lankan batters could not fully capitalise on the conditions, with Deepti Sharma, Shri Charani, and Kranti Goud picking one wicket each. During the chase, Rodrigues showcased her class, hitting ten boundaries off 44 balls. She shared crucial partnerships of 54 runs with opener Smriti Mandhana, who contributed 25 runs, and 55 runs with captain Harmanpreet Kaur, wh...

In a spectacular display of skill, Indian opener Smriti Mandhana became the first Indian woman to cross the 4,000-run milestone in T20 International cricket. The historic achievement came during the first match of the five-match T20I series between India and Sri Lanka at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Mandhana, a left-handed batter, contributed a quick 25 runs off 25 balls in India’s innings, including four boundaries, during the opening encounter. With this performance, she reached a total of 4,007 runs in T20 Internationals, achieved over 154 matches and 148 innings at an average of 29.90. Her tally includes one century and 31 half-centuries. While Mandhana now holds the distinction for India, the global record for most runs in women’s T20Is remains with New Zealand...

The Indian cricket team for the T20 World Cup 2026 has been officially announced. The tournament will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, starting on 7 February 2026, with the final scheduled for 8 March 2026. In a major surprise, Shubman Gill has been left out of the squad despite being considered a potential future captain and former vice-captain. Gill’s exclusion comes due to a prolonged dip in form; he has struggled to score runs consistently in recent T20 internationals and could not register a fifty since returning from the Asia Cup. Team Highlights and Key Selections Captain: Suryakumar Yadav Wicketkeeper-Batsmen: Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan Batsmen: Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dubey All-Rounders: Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel Bowlers: Ja...

The Indian cricket team for the T20 World Cup 2026 has been announced, and in a surprising move, Shubman Gill has been left out, while Axar Patel has been reinstated as vice-captain. The announcement was made by BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia in a press conference, with Suryakumar Yadav appointed as captain of the 15-member squad. Why Shubman Gill Was DroppedShubman Gill, a key figure in India’s Test and ODI setups, was previously made T20 vice-captain ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. Many had anticipated that he would eventually take over leadership in the T20 format. However, his continued poor performances in T20 cricket led selectors to take a cautious approach for the World Cup. Gill’s recent T20 statistics reflect his struggles: in the last 15 matches, he has scored just 291 runs at ...