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India faced a humiliating 2-0 defeat against South Africa in the recently concluded Test series, drawing sharp criticism for both players and coach Gautam Gambhir. After the series loss, Indian Test captain Shubman Gill finally spoke out, posting a strong and motivational message on social media. Gill, who missed both Tests due to a neck injury sustained during the Kolkata Test, tweeted:"A calm sea does not make a skilled sailor; it is the storm that builds strong hands. We will continue to trust each other, fight for each other, and move forward – emerging stronger." Gill’s absence proved a significant setback. In the first Test at Kolkata, he retired hurt during India’s first innings, and the team narrowly lost by 30 runs. Despite treatment under the BCCI medical team, Gill could n...

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Mega Auction is all set for 27th November, with every franchise preparing to bid for 73 players to complete their squads. Ahead of the auction, each team has kept aside a substantial budget to secure the players they want, and cricket fans are eager to see if any new salary records will be set. After India’s triumph in the 2025 Women’s World Cup, the popularity of women’s cricket is at an all-time high, and this auction promises plenty of excitement. A total of 277 players – including 194 Indians and 83 overseas stars – are in the fray. Of these, 52 Indian and 66 foreign players are internationals, but only 73 players will finally be secured through the auction. Here’s what you need to know before the WPL 2026 Mega Auction: 1. Team Budgets: Wh...

After being dropped from India’s playing XI during the T20 series against Australia, Sanju Samson made a powerful statement with the bat in the very first match of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Kerala Pair Breaks RecordIn the match against Odisha, Sanju Samson and Rohan Kunnummal forged an unbeaten 177-run opening partnership, setting a new record in the tournament. Samson scored 51 runs off 41 balls, including 6 boundaries and a six, while Kunnummal played a spectacular innings of 121 off 60 balls, smashing 10 fours and 10 sixes. Their partnership guided Kerala to victory, chasing the target of 177 with ease. Earlier on the same day, Gujarat’s Urvil Patel and Arya Desai had set the record for the largest opening stand in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy history by putting together 174 runs ag...

India faced a crushing defeat against South Africa in the two-match home Test series, with the visitors completing a clean sweep. This marks only the third time in history that a team has whitewashed India on home soil, and the second occurrence within just 12 months—the previous instance being New Zealand’s series win in October–November last year. When Is India’s Next Test?The Indian cricket team will have to wait for several months before its next Test match, as the focus now shifts to the T20 World Cup scheduled in February–March 2026. India’s next Test will take place in June 2026, when Afghanistan tours for a single Test match. This match, however, will not be part of the ICC World Test Championship, and the BCCI is yet to announce the full schedule. Tough Tours AheadFollowing ...

South Africa has handed India a heavy defeat in the two-match Test series, leaving the Indian cricket team stunned and reflecting on a historic loss. In the second Test played at Guwahati, India suffered a 408-run defeat—the largest margin in terms of runs in Indian Test cricket history. Previously, India had never lost a Test by more than 350 runs, making this a shocking blow on home soil. Karthik Expresses DisappointmentFormer wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik, deeply disappointed by India’s performance, shared a video on Instagram addressing the defeat. In the video, he appeared both frustrated and angry. Karthik stated, “Teams used to fear coming to India for Test cricket. Now they must be talking big. This is the second whitewash in 12 months. Out of the last three series played ...

Former Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, much like teammate Virat Kohli, has invested in a sprawling farmhouse in Alibaug, where he is currently constructing his new bungalow. Rohit Travels by Yacht to AlibaugA recently viral video shows Rohit Sharma traveling to Alibaug from Mumbai via yacht with his wife Ritika Sajdeh and childhood friend Amit Dubey. The video captures Rohit in his signature lighthearted style, joking and enjoying the journey. At one point, he is seen playfully saying, “Come on Dubey ji, enjoy a little!” The footage, which social media users claim to be recent, highlights Rohit heading to his Alibaug property to oversee the construction of his residence. Where in Alibaug is Rohit’s Farmhouse?According to media reports, Rohit Sharma purchased approximately four a...

India suffered a clean sweep at the hands of South Africa, losing the three-match Test series 3-0. Defeating India on home soil is considered one of the toughest challenges in international cricket, and the team’s current situation paints a concerning picture. India’s Fortress at Home Faces CracksThe Indian cricket team has long been regarded as the strongest home side in Test cricket. Since playing their first home Test in 1933, India has seen only two instances when a visiting team managed a series clean sweep. Even the formidable West Indies sides of the 1970s and 1980s failed to achieve this feat, and teams like Sri Lanka have yet to register a Test victory in India. Historically, India has enjoyed more wins than losses on its soil. Home Record Surpasses Even AustraliaIndia’s hom...

Former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli has reached Ranchi, the hometown of legendary cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni, ahead of India’s upcoming ODI series against South Africa. The first ODI will be played on 30 November at the JSCA International Cricket Stadium. Fans gathered in large numbers to catch a glimpse of the star batsman, creating an electric atmosphere. Warm Welcome for KohliKohli received a grand reception upon his arrival in Ranchi. Security was tight with a substantial police presence at the airport, as fans thronged to welcome the cricketing icon. Former Indian batsman Saurabh Tiwari was also spotted with Kohli. Tiwari, who played domestic cricket for Jharkhand, was part of the 2008 Under-19 World Cup-winning team alongside Kohli. Expectations from Kohli’s BatThis s...

New Delhi: The wedding of Indian women’s cricket vice-captain Smriti Mandhana and singer-director Palaash Muchhal, originally scheduled for Sunday in Sangli, Maharashtra, was postponed after a sudden health scare involving Smriti’s father, Srinivas Mandhana. Father Now Out of DangerSrinivas Mandhana was admitted to a hospital in Sangli after his health deteriorated unexpectedly during breakfast on Sunday. Doctors performed an angiography, which confirmed there were no blockages, and his condition is now stable and out of danger. He was discharged on Tuesday. Wedding Postponed at Smriti’s RequestAccording to Smriti’s manager, Tuhin Mishra, the decision to postpone the wedding was made by Smriti herself. She prioritized her father’s recovery over the celebrations, stating that she want...

Guwahati: India is once again on the brink of defeat in the second Test against South Africa, and controversy has erupted following comments made by South Africa’s head coach Shukri Conrad after the fourth day of play. South Africa is on the verge of winning the match and completing a series clean sweep. In the post-day press conference, Conrad made remarks that have sparked debate across the cricketing world. He referenced a famous quote by the late England captain Tony Greig from 1976, before England’s series against Clive Lloyd’s West Indies, which had infamously motivated the West Indies to crush England 3-0. Conrad said, “We wanted the Indian team to spend as much time on the field as possible. We wanted them to come down to their knees (I am borrowing this line), and we wanted ...