Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali, Chandigarh
'The Pakistani team visited India in 2005-2006, and there was a grand dinner. He urged me to get on stage and speak on behalf of the Punjab Cricket Association!' 'Imagine, a coach from Pakistan speaking on behalf of the PCA!'
Naman Dhir smashed a breathtaking 37-ball century and finished unbeaten on 173, powering Amritsar Soormas to 279 while setting the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League alight with his fireworks.
The second round of the Ranji Trophy will see India's Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill return to action for Punjab, while Mumbai will be without key players Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ayush Mhatre due to India A duties and injury, respectively, setting the stage for crucial encounters across the country.
Former India U-19 and Punjab medium pacer Amanpreet Singh Gill passed away at the age of 36 in Chandigarh, prompting tributes from the cricket community.
India all-rounder Naman Dhir made an impressive T20I debut, contributing significantly with his off-spin bowling to help India secure a win against West Indies. Despite his bowling success, Dhir, whose primary strength is batting, is eager for an opportunity to showcase his skills with the bat. He credited the IPL for preparing him for international cricket and expressed his joy at fulfilling his dream of representing India.
The owner of a medical store, Ashwani Kumar, accused of fatally shooting anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Punjab's Mansa, has been arrested from Rajasthan. Following his arrest, angry mobs set his medical store ablaze and authorities razed a portion of his house, while Jhota's father has called for a statewide bandh on October 15.
'Mr Bindra stressed the importance of marketing the game which helped Indian cricket massively. Not only have state associations become self sufficient but the cricketers have also benefitted greatly.'
This desperate struggle by PBKS after riding high will be recorded as one of the most shocking turnarounds of the IPL 2026 season.
Following the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa, police have suspended a station house officer and arrested the alleged shooter's wife. The shooter, Ashwani Kumar, and an associate are in police remand. Investigations are ongoing into Kumar's arms licence and drug network, while Jhota's family and activists demand further action and a CBI probe, leading to a 'Punjab bandh' on Thursday.
Punjab Kings' Nehal Wadhera said head coach Ricky Ponting personally approached him and offered reassurance at a time when his confidence was affected by his lack of runs during IPL 2026.
A football team from Karachi, en route to a tournament in Quetta, was robbed at gunpoint by insurgents on a Balochistan highway. The incident occurred despite official warnings about the region's security situation, highlighting the dangers faced by travellers.
'Shubman Gill returned to training on Monday as Punjab prepare to face Goa in the Vijay Hazare Trophy at the KL Saini Stadium.
North Zone coaches Ajay Sharma and Sarandeep Singh are under scrutiny for controversially dropping Sanat Sangwan, the Ranji Trophy's third-highest run-scorer, for the Duleep Trophy quarter-final against West Zone, opting instead for Yash Dhull, who had a significantly poorer Ranji season.
Punjab Kings all-rounder Shashank Singh is set to play for Pondicherry in the 2026-27 domestic season after securing an NOC from the Chhattisgarh State Cricket Sangh. Singh alleges a lack of support from Chhattisgarh during his injury recovery and claims he was unfairly excluded from state tournaments and camps, despite being a top domestic performer. He plans to focus on white-ball cricket moving forward.
As he is laid to rest, Indian cricket bids farewell to one of its greatest administrators -- a visionary who understood that breaking monopolies and building stadiums were about the same thing: Giving millions of cricket-loving Indians the infrastructure worthy of their passion.
Former IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi, who claims that there is no wrongdoing by him in the legal cases faced by him in India, has said that he was born with "a diamond spoon", has a kingsize lifestyle, travels everywhere and that "Rs 10-12 crore" may not last with him a week.
Vidarbha pacer Yash Thakur, 27, has received his maiden India call-up for the upcoming T20 International tour of Zimbabwe, a dream he shared with his late father.
Punjab Kings all-rounder Shashank Singh is intensifying his bowling practice and rebuilding his fielding confidence during the off-season camp, aiming for an India call-up by excelling in his all-rounder role in the upcoming domestic season.
Punjab Kings, after a series of losses, face Mumbai Indians in a crucial IPL match, needing to address their bowling and fielding weaknesses to stay in the playoff race.
Punjab Kings are looking to turn their fortunes around as they host Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala. After recent defeats, Punjab aims to improve their performance in all areas. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals, struggling with form, are looking ahead to the next season.
During his tenure as BCCI president, Bindra played a key role in strengthening India's position within the international cricketing fraternity.
'I was able to witness why he was successful. His dedication and discipline are what made him the greatest to have played the game.'
Riding on momentum gained from Mumbai win, Punjab to take on Saurashtra in VHT semis
Shah Rukh Khan and Sourav Ganguly shared a heartwarming reunion at Eden Gardens during the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings.
Sourav Ganguly and Harbhajan Singh were confirmed as the representatives of the Full Members of the BCCI.
Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel has been fined Rs 12 lakh after his team maintained a slow over rate in their win against Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League.
The IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was abandoned due to heavy rain and a wet outfield, resulting in both teams sharing a point each.
Tata IPL Fan Park will be held at SGPDA Ground in Margao on May 16 and 17, featuring live match screenings, music, food stalls and fan activities.
Sunil Gavaskar revealed he was once 'pulled up' for writing to IPL captains seeking ideas to improve the league.
India fast bowler Gurnoor Brar has emerged as one of the country's promising pace prospects after a steady rise through college cricket and domestic performances, earning a call-up to the national setup ahead of India A's upcoming tour.
'Feeling truly humbled to receive this at a place that will always be home.'
India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has opened up about his challenging decision to leave Rajasthan Royals after over a decade, citing his strong bond with MS Dhoni and Ruturaj Gaikwad as a key factor in his smooth transition to Chennai Super Kings.
Inderjit Singh Bindra served as the BCCI president from 1993 to 1996, and was also the president of the Punjab Cricket Association from 1978 to 2014
Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman highlights the sensitive issue of foreign players' availability in the IPL, urging better collaboration between the BCCI, foreign boards, and stakeholders to ensure overseas players are available for the tournament's duration.
Suryansh Shedge's India call-up may have come as a "lucky break", but the young all-rounder has been urged to treat it as a learning opportunity by soaking in everything inside a dressing room full of experienced players and young leaders.
Shubman Gill is set to use the Vijay Hazare Trophy as his first platform for response after being left out of India's 2026 T20 World Cup squad.
Pakistan's Punjab government has approved a plan to restore the names of several streets and roads in Lahore, aiming to revive the city's pre-Partition heritage, an official said on Monday.
An article about Praful Hinge's successful IPL debut, his family's reaction, and the role of the MRF Pace Foundation in his development.
'Honestly, I realised this is going to be my career when I was 11. Like, a moment happened. There was a camp going on of under-23 Indian fast bowlers, and I was only 11.'
