'I felt like I was part of a gang. It almost made me feel better, because I am thinking: 'I am part of a match-fixing gang, I am with a group that's going to have my back and nobody knows our little secret'.'
Ahmedabad-based Torrent Group has completed the acquisition of a majority 67 percent stake in Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Gujarat Titans.
BCCI said the Sports Broadcasting Bill passed by the Lok Sabha would affect the game in the country in the long run.
Asked about the match, Dhoni said his side lost one or two extra wickets at the start.
A total of 33 members of the Pakistan contingent, including players, three travelling reserves and team officials, are awaiting their visas.
The Pakistan Cricket Board is willing to make 'adjustments' in the schedule of the 2025 Champions Trophy, with matches involving India taking place in the UAE.
In a major boost to Delhi Capitals, vice-captain Faf du Plessis has decided to return for the remainder of the IPL while England all-rounder Will Jacks will rejoin Mumbai Indians for their final two league fixtures.
Former skipper Mahela Jayawardene has stepped down from his position as consultant coach of Sri Lanka with immediate effect, the country's cricket board (SLC) said on Wednesday.
It's just two games into the tournament but Hardik Pandya already seems to have loads to worry about in his second stint with Mumbai Indians, the leadership part not quite falling in place thus far.
Shahrukh Khan looked in touch as he stroked a quickfire half-century against LSG in a boost for Gujarat Titans ahead of the playoffs.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India's Committee of Administrators (COA) on Tuesday doubled the annual retainership amount to Rs 2 crore for seven Grade A cricketers, including captain Virat Kohli and former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
The Indian cricket board posted pictures of the evening on their Twitter page. Here are some moments from the evening:
Former Pakistan captain and batting great, Javed Miandad believes that the Pakistan Cricket Board should tread carefully while dealing with the Indian cricket board over the planned bilateral series in December.
Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday praised star pacer Mohammed Shami and para-archer Sheetal Devi after being honoured with the Arjuna Award in Delhi.
As he closes the most revered chapter of his career, here are some of his best Test knocks:
The emergency meeting of the International Cricket Council's executive board could not achieve a consensus on the much-awaited Champions Trophy schedule and will reconvene on Saturday after Pakistan once again rejected the 'Hybrid' model of hosting the event.
It was raining sixes and fours at the Eden Gardens before the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was called off due heavy rain and thunderstorms.
A 'hybrid model' to host next year's Champions Trophy in Pakistan remains an option as India's participation cannot be decided by the ICC if there is a government policy against it, a source in the governing body's all-powerful executive board told PTI on Friday.
Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants are among the IPL franchises who have submitted bids.
BCCI chief Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah were to attend the ACC meeting. But, over the last few days, around 730 cases of coronavirus were reported in the UAE, creating panic among travellers and locals.
Reuters reported earlier this week that the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has sent a warning notice to the companies expressing concern that the merged entity will effectively have a monopoly on cricket broadcast rights worth billions of dollars, allowing it to squeeze advertisers.
ICC leaders in Pakistan to secure World Cup participation
This happened in the 20th over of Delhi Capitals' innings with Sandeep bowling four wide balls and a no ball in the over.
BCCI has decided to 'retire' the jersey number as a tribute to the World Cup winning skipper.
Morne Morkel isn't here to shake things up. He sees the Indian cricket system as a well-oiled machine, and his goal is to help it run even smoother.
'It is never BCCI's call whether to travel to Pakistan but Indian government's. Nothing changes on that front.'
The IPL match between Punjab and Delhi was called off mid-way on Thursday after Pakistan attempted to invade the airspace near Chandigarh with a drone attack, mandating an Indian retaliation.
BCCI unveils 10-point diktat: Domestic cricket must, restriction on personal staff, family stay on tours
'It's the game of cricket. You're going to miss out, you're going to drop a catch -- you've got to get on with what's in front of you.'
The head of Committee of Administrators (COA) Vinod Rai expressed his confidence that the Board of Control for Cricket in India has reached consensus after almost all the top cricket board chiefs have come to India in the last two weeks to discuss the proposed revenue model of International Cricket Council.
Ratra, a former Indian wicketkeeper-batter, brings with him a wealth of experience and an impressive track record in both domestic and international cricket.
Mumbai Indians' fast bowler Ashwani Kumar, who took four wickets on his IPL debut, has been praised by teammate Ryan Rickelton for his pace and ability to swing the new ball.
A distraught Mahendra Singh Dhoni expressed helplessness over Chennai Super Kings's extended poor run in the ongoing Indian Premier League, saying it's difficult for a team to get the desired result when four-five players lose form at the same time.
'We're excited about the game, and obviously, if you can win, it builds a lot of momentum going into the semifinal.'
'He's got a lot of time ahead of him'
As per the current plan, Hyderabad is likely to host Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator, while Kolkata is expected to stage Qualifier 2 and the Final, tentatively scheduled for May 30 or June 1.
WTC-bound SA players to miss play-offs after BCCI asks teams to release them by May 26
Run by a former cricketer and son of India's military heroes, Mike's Forest Retreat is an ode to all that we hold dear.
PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi says he is not even considering the possibility of next year's ICC Champions Trophy being moved out of Pakistan despite the speculation surrounding India's participation in the event.
'I was already on that flight, mentally. But when I wasn't selected, it hit me hard. I couldn't understand what went wrong.'
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