Lucknow had signed Pant for a tournament-record $3.21 million in the player auction before the 2025 season and put the wicketkeeper-batsman in charge of the squad.
India begin their 2027 ODI World Cup preparations against Afghanistan with Rohit Sharma's fitness and Nitish Kumar Reddy's all-round abilities under scrutiny, while Shubman Gill continues to shape his leadership credentials.
Sunil Gavaskar believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a special talent and should be included in the upcoming T20 series in England.
Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is close to breaking Chris Gayle's record for most sixes in an IPL season.
Off-spinner Shreyanka Patil has been ruled out of the Women's T20 World Cup due to an ankle injury sustained during a match against the Netherlands. Uncapped leg-spinner Prema Rawat has been named as her replacement, marking a significant setback for the Indian team and a maiden call-up for Rawat.
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has set his sights on rewriting T20 history, saying he wants to score the format's first-ever double century and break Chris Gayle's record highest score of 175 not out.
India all-rounder Harsh Dubey recalls the emotional moment he learnt of his maiden national call-up and speaks about the prospect of sharing the dressing room with Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and captain Shubman Gill during the Afghanistan series.
England head coach Brendon McCullum said he hopes fast bowler Jofra Archer will be available for the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval, but stressed that selection will depend on conditions.
Cricket Australia has announced its contracted player list for 2026/27, with some notable changes including the omission of Glenn Maxwell and Sam Konstas, and the inclusion of Brendan Doggett.
England has announced a 17-member T20I squad, including uncapped all-rounder James Coles, to face India in a five-match series starting next month.
Former Pakistan captain and coach Haroon Rasheed says India's cricket dominance stems from strong grassroots structures and long-term planning, while Pakistan continues to suffer from instability, poor domestic systems and lack of continuity.
India are not lacking in self-belief after their historic women's ODI World Cup triumph last year and they are the "favourites" to win the upcoming T20 World Cup in England, says star batter Jemimah Rodrigues.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's impressive performance in the IPL 2026 has led to calls for his inclusion in the Indian national team, with Irfan Pathan advocating for his gradual integration into the squad.
India's path to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals has become more challenging following a defeat to South Africa.
In a touching tribute on Father's Day, Professor Asim Kumar Mukherjee pens a touching tribute to the most amazing man he has ever known -- his father, Bimal Kumar Mukherjee.
Rohit Sharma joined India's white-ball nets in Mohali on Wednesday and remained the box-office attraction despite the presence of young and emerging stars.
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru celebrated their IPL 2026 title victory at the Narendra Modi stadium, a video of Australian all-rounder Tim David smoking a cigar on the field quickly grabbed attention on social media.
The recently concluded TATA IPL 2026 season achieved a record viewership of 1.2 billion, marking a seven per cent year-on-year growth. The final, where RCB secured their second consecutive title, became the most-watched IPL match ever, contributing to 870 billion minutes of watch-time and significant digital growth across platforms.
Aryaman Vikram Birla transitions from a promising cricket career to owning the Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL team.
Persistent rain limited play to fewer than 10 overs on Day 3 at Lord's, but Ollie Robinson struck twice to leave New Zealand struggling at 55/5 in pursuit of a 254-run target against England
Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second IPL title, with captain Rajat Patidar emphasising the team's dominant performance throughout the season.
Former India cricketer and selector Saba Karim believes Suryakumar Yadav's inconsistent form might cost him a spot in India's T20 World Cup 2028 plans. Karim also suggested Rajat Patidar, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson, and Ishan Kishan as potential captaincy candidates, while expressing doubts about Hardik Pandya's leadership. He also advocated for the inclusion of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the national squad.
Sri Lankan fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has filed a case in the Colombo District Court seeking a court order to secure his playing rights in the ongoing IPL after Sri Lanka Cricket refused to grant him a No Objection Certificate due to "failed fitness tests".
Similar to PSG finding their Messiah in Luis Enrique in 2023, the same year as Andy Flower joined the Bengaluru side, RCB found theirs in the Zimbabwean - a no-nonsense cricketing brain who believes in structure and cohesion to bring in desired results.
India's newly appointed T20I captain Shreyas Iyer has showed his love for football, backing five-time FIFA World Cup champions Brazil in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026.
Unknown gunmen opened fire at the home of Arvinder Khosa, the newly elected president of Cricket Canada, in Surrey, Canada, according to local media reports. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's director of cricket, Mo Bobat, discusses the importance of strategic team building at the IPL auction and the team's focus on skill and character in player selection.
''With Aamir, I have maintained a friendship, and I'm so grateful for that. He's been so kind and generous throughout these years, whether it's in Los Angeles, London or here.'
Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the limelight in his first full season of IPL with some dazzling performances for the Rajasthan Royals.
'I am challenging you, Bhajji. If you have a problem with the slap thing and me... come into the ring.'
How Rasikh Salam Dar, the unsung hero from Kashmir, became a pivotal bowler for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026, contributing significantly to their championship victory.
India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav is likely to play for Triumph Knights Mumbai North East against Uganda on May 30 ahead of the T20 Mumbai League, giving local and visiting players valuable exposure.
'That has been the big factor behind me coming so far in my career.'
Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans celebrated their team's IPL victory peacefully in Bengaluru, with police ensuring celebrations remained under control.
Manav Suthar starred on Test debut with figures of 6 for 33 as India bowled out Afghanistan for 152 and enforced the follow-on. The Rajasthan spinner registered the second-best bowling figures by an Indian on Test debut.
Shreyas Iyer has been named India's new T20I captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav signalling a new era for Indian T20I cricket.
How Andy Flower, Mo Bobat, Rajat Patidar and Virat Kohli transformed Royal Challengers Bengaluru from IPL underachievers into back-to-back champions and potential dynasty builders.
Pacer Harshit Rana has joined the Indian ODI squad for the final match against Afghanistan in Chennai after recovering from a knee injury. Rana, who underwent surgery in February, missed the T20 World Cup and IPL due to the ligament strain. India has already secured the series with a 2-0 lead.
Virat Kohli credits the influence of young players for his T20 reinvention and fastest IPL fifty, leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second successive trophy. He highlights the team's depth and shared responsibility in securing the IPL title.
Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh encourages cricketers to play golf from a young age to alleviate stress and enhance their primary sport, highlighting its accessibility and benefits.
