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South Africa's Lhuan-dre Pretorious, 19, Smashes 61-Year Record With Debut Test Century

Lhuan-dre Pretorious, a 19-year-old prodigy, etched his name in South African cricket history by becoming the youngest player to score a Test century on debut against Zimbabwe. He surpassed Graeme Pollock's 61-year-old record with an unbeaten 128, rescuing the Proteas from an early collapse.

Shreyas Iyer Test Debut Unlikely Soon Despite Strong Form, Says Analyst

Despite Shreyas Iyer's impressive performances in the ICC Champions Trophy, IPL, and domestic red-ball season, Aakash Chopra suggests a Test call-up isn't imminent. Chopra highlights that players like Karun Nair, Sarfaraz Khan, and Dhruv Jurel are ahead in the queue.

Smriti Mandhana Makes History, First Indian Woman to Score Centuries in All Cricket Formats

Smriti Mandhana made history on Saturday. She became the first Indian woman cricketer to score centuries in all formats. This happened during the T20I against England Women. Mandhana scored 112 runs off 62 balls. India Women posted 210/5, their highest T20I score against England. Her achievement places her among the elite cricketers globally.

Bumrah's Form and Kuldeep's Resolve: Key Takeaways from India's Birmingham Nets Session

Jasprit Bumrah displayed intense focus during practice at Edgbaston, bowling with pace and accuracy alongside Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna. Kuldeep Yadav is also working diligently on both his bowling and batting, potentially becoming a key option for the second Test given Birmingham's dry conditions. The team will now take a break before regrouping, with Bumrah's availability remaining uncertain.

Prasidh Krishna Targets Economy Rate Improvement, Better Lengths After Headingley Struggles

After an expensive outing in Leeds, the 29-year-old reflected on the learning curve of Test cricket, and the responsibility that comes with Bumrah's absence

Levon Aronian Appeals to Vladimir Kramnik for Peace Amid Defamation Lawsuit Fallout

In a public plea, Armenian chess grandmaster Levon Aronian has urged Vladimir Kramnik, a former World Champion, to reconcile amidst a defamation lawsuit. Aronian's letter, shared on social media, expresses deep respect for Kramnik, acknowledging his significant influence. This follows Kramnik's lawsuit against Chessdom, GM David Navara, and others, stemming from disputes over alleged online cheating.

Junior Hockey World Cup: India and Pakistan to Clash in Pool B Showdown

India is set to host the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup in Chennai and Madurai from November 28 to December 10. The host nation finds itself in Pool B, facing Pakistan, Chile, and Switzerland. This edition marks a historic moment as the tournament expands to include 24 teams for the first time.

Wimbledon Eyes India: Grand Slam Tournament Serves Up New Strategy Beyond Cricket Rivalry

Wimbledon is targeting India to grow its brand, tapping into cricket’s popularity and engaging young audiences through collaborations, influencers, and technology. Indian cricketers like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and Rohit Sharma have become key figures in this strategy. With key partnerships, Wimbledon aims to blend tradition with innovation for global appeal.

India vs. England Test Series: Prasidh Krishna on Bumrah's Absence, Team Mindset, and Learning from Experience

India faced a setback in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy's first Test against England, with coach Gautam Gambhir committed to managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload, limiting him to three matches. Prasidh Krishna sees this as an opportunity, emphasizing team unity and learning from senior players like Bumrah.

Smith Eyes Grenada Test Return After Injury Layoff

The veteran batter has started practicing and will join the squad in Barbados by Sunday

Edgbaston Test: Australia's Haddin Urges Shubman Gill to Address Attitude After Fielding Woes Plague India's Loss

Following India's five-wicket loss to England in the first Test, former Australian player Brad Haddin urges captain Shubman Gill to improve the team's fielding attitude. Haddin links poor catching to the IPL and emphasizes that fielding excellence requires commitment. India dropped eight catches, costing them dearly, especially with Ben Duckett's match-winning performance.

Rohit Sharma Hails T20 World Cup Victory: 'Barbados Forever in My Veins'

Rohit Sharma reminisces about India's triumphant ICC T20 World Cup 2024 victory, highlighting the thrilling final against South Africa and a tense, low-scoring match against Pakistan. He praises the team's resilience and the crucial performances of Bumrah, Arshdeep, and Pant. The victory ended a 17-year drought, creating unforgettable memories for the nation.

Kuldeep Yadav's Edgbaston Test Inclusion Gains Traction Amidst India's Search for Spin Solution Against England

Following their defeat in the first Test, India is contemplating changes for the second Test against England at Edgbaston. Jasprit Bumrah's participation is uncertain due to workload management. Kuldeep Yadav's inclusion is strongly considered, given England's struggles against wrist spin.

WTC Standings Update: Australia, England Dominate as India Seeks Rebound After Loss to England

The new World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle has commenced with Australia and England leading with a perfect PCT of 100. Sri Lanka follows after their series against Bangladesh. India, despite Shubman Gill's team's impressive fight and five centurions, suffered a loss to England in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy due to a middle-order collapse.

Bumrah Returns to Nets as India Focuses on Bowling Ahead of Edgbaston Test

Jasprit Bumrah's return to training has boosted India's bowling preparations for the Edgbaston Test after their Headingley defeat. Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, and Mohammed Siraj bowled in the nets, injecting intensity into the team's practice. While Bumrah's inclusion remains uncertain due to workload management, his presence offers hope as Team India aims to level the series.

Umpire Accountability Demanded After West Indies' Test Loss: Captain Chase Voices Concerns

The West Indies captain expressed deep frustration at a series of questionable umpiring decisions that he felt went against his side

Bangladesh Test Captain Najmul Hossain Resigns After Sri Lanka Defeat

Najmul made his decision known after the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo

Gujarat Cricket Association to Launch T20 League to Scout Local Talent for IPL

GCA secretary confirmed the decision to Cricbuzz and that the board is yet to find a suitable playing window to set the tournament in motion

Sri Lanka Dominates Bangladesh in Colombo Test, Clinches Series Win

Sri Lanka dominated Bangladesh, securing an innings-and-78-run victory in the second Test in Colombo and clinching the two-match series 1-0. Prabath Jayasuriya's crucial wickets triggered a collapse, sealing the win for Sri Lanka. Pathum Nissanka's century and Dinesh Chandimal's solid innings powered Sri Lanka to a commanding lead, outplaying Bangladesh in all aspects.

Hetmyer's Last-Gasp Six Stuns Pollard, Seals Record-Breaking MLC Chase for Seattle Orcas

Shimron Hetmyer's explosive unbeaten 97 propelled the Seattle Orcas to a thrilling three-wicket victory over MI New York in a high-scoring affair. Chasing a daunting 238, Hetmyer's last-ball six sealed the highest successful run chase in MLC history. Nicholas Pooran's earlier unbeaten century for MI New York went in vain as Seattle snatched victory from the jaws of defeat.