On Day Three of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D clash, Sarfaraz Khan scored 154 for Mumbai against Himachal Pradesh, who are trailing by 244 runs. In another match, R Sai Kishore took a hat-trick, leading Tamil Nadu to an innings victory over Uttarakhand. Railways are also in action against Rajasthan, while Haryana secured a dominant win.
Ticket sales for the historic Big Bash League (BBL) opener between Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers, set to be played in Chennai on December 12, will commence on Saturday, with prices ranging from Rs 1500 to Rs 6000.
Mumbai is on the verge of securing a crucial first-innings lead against Himachal Pradesh in their Ranji Trophy Group D match, thanks to pacer Tushar Deshpande's impressive four-wicket haul that bundled out the hosts for 140. Mumbai ended day one at 107 for two, needing just 33 more runs with Musheer Khan and Siddhesh Lad at the crease. In another Group D encounter, Tamil Nadu's bowlers also performed strongly, dismissing Uttarakhand for 134.
Tamil Nadu cricket association conducted formal bid process to select 8 franchisee owners, raising Rs 33 cr.
A profile of C.P. Radhakrishnan, the Maharashtra Governor and former MP, who is being considered as a potential Vice President candidate. His political journey, association with RSS and Jan Sangh, and his influence in Tamil Nadu politics are highlighted.
IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings extended support to the people of Tamil Nadu in the fight against the surging COVID-19 second wave by arranging for the delivery of 450 oxygen concentrators.
Chennai is expected to host the opening match of the Big Bash League in December, following a visit by Cricket Australia officials to the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
India internationals KL Rahul and Prasidh Krishna have been named in Karnataka's squad for their Ranji Trophy season opener against Andhra. Rahul is expected to play to prepare for the New Zealand Test tour, while Prasidh's participation is uncertain due to injury. The squad, led by Ravichandran Smaran, also sees a new coaching staff and a new sponsorship deal for Karnataka teams.
Fifteen-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has become the latest sensation in Indian cricket, drawing massive crowds to the Duleep Trophy final in Chennai. Following an explosive IPL 2026 season, the young left-hander showcased his talent with a quickfire innings, earning praise from experts and captivating fans who see him as the future of the sport.
Days after a sitting Madras High Court Judge was denied entry into a club in Chennai for wearing a dhoti -- the state's traditional attire, the Tamil Nadu government on Monday said it would look into the issue and take action in consultation with its law department.
Three individuals have been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly selling high-value IPL tickets obtained through forged VVIP/VIP letterheads. Police seized tickets, a vehicle, mobile phones, and forged documents. The accused are from Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
Cricket Australia is exploring the possibility of hosting a Big Bash League game in India to capitalize on the lucrative Indian market, potentially in Chennai.
Non-compliant state units like Tamil Nadu and Haryana risk losing their voting rights in the BCCI but their cricketing activities will not be affected after the elections, COA chief Vinod Rai said.
Vithya Ramraj won three medals at the Asian Games and broke P T Usha's 42-year-old record. Her twin Nithya, an international athlete herself, ruled out of the Games by an injury, looks back at their journey from a rented home to a podium finish.
The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) on Wednesday said the Siechem Madurai Panthers have withdrawn the ball-tampering allegations levelled against R Ashwin-led Dindigul Dragons.
The Central Information Commission has ruled that the Board of Control for Cricket in India does not qualify as a 'public authority' under the Right to Information Act, effectively placing it outside the scope of RTI disclosures.
The IPL Governing Council will finalise the schedule amid election-related uncertainties and venue discussions around RCB's home matches.
Former India off-spinner R Ashwin and Dindigul Dragons, the team he captains in the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL), have been cleared of ball-tampering charges after allegations were levelled against them by Seicham Madurai Panthers.
Five-time world chess champion Viswanathan Anand was awarded the Sports Journalists' Federation of India (SJFI) medal, joining a distinguished list of Indian sports legends. Anand expressed pride in being a catalyst for chess growth in India, receiving the honour from former India cricket captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering changing the national Under-23 men's 50-over tournament to a T20 format from the upcoming domestic season.
Five-time world chess champion Viswanathan Anand was awarded the Sports Journalists' Federation of India (SJFI) medal, joining a distinguished list of Indian sports legends. Anand expressed pride in being a catalyst for chess growth in India.
It was a performance wrapped in authority and flair, one that re-instated the belief that they can remain T20 World Cup champions.
Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Devajit Saikia said the first 20-day schedule of the Indian Premier League 2026 season will be announced in two to three days, with the tournament set to begin on March 28.
As a part of the TNCA's effort to promote the sport for kids and wider audiences, the viewing experience for 1,750 school kids from multiple schools across the Chennai city was facilitated during the ongoing clash between New Zealand and Bangladesh on Friday.
"When Royal Enfield turned 100, we were struggling for survival"
'Our biggest opportunity lies with the younger age-group teams.' 'If you look at the senior national team, our chances are about 50-50.' 'The gap becomes smaller as you move down the age groups.' 'At the Under-20 level, it's closer to 60-40.' 'By the Under-17 level, it's around 80-20. That's where I feel we have our best chance.'
Rinku smashed 17 fours and six sixes during his stay in the middle. He was batting on 98 at stumps on the third evening and faced a total of 247 balls across two days.
He will feature in the second match for Mumbai CA XI against Tamil Nadu Cricket Association XI at Coimbatore, from August 27-30.
An article about Praful Hinge's successful IPL debut, his family's reaction, and the role of the MRF Pace Foundation in his development.
Minnows Tripura shocked a team full of cash-rich IPL stars by 12 runs in a Group D match of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, in Ahmedabd, on Tuesday.
'Surreal effort, and superhuman at times.'
The Indian Premier League 2026 schedule has sparked debate after Rajasthan Royals opted to play three 'home' matches in Guwahati, prompting criticism from Aakash Chopra and fans questioning the move.
Nitish Rana to lead Delhi in SMAT; Rathi misses out
Stead, who guided New Zealand to the WTC title, T20 World Cup final in 2021, 2019 ODI World Cup final and 2025 Champions Trophy title clash, is now entrusted with the task of giving a fillip to Andhra cricket.
Telangana CID arrests 11 individuals, including an Afghan national, for allegedly operating online betting across multiple states through the Dafabet platform. The investigation revealed a complex network of mule accounts and a coordinated multi-state criminal operation.
The BCCI has allowed the Tamil Nadu players participating in the ongoing Duleep Trophy to play for their respective franchises in the inaugural edition of TN Premier T20 League (TNPL). The players are allowed to join their TNPL squads in case they are not picked in the playing XI and can also travel back during the non-match days in the Duleep Trophy taking place in Greater Noida.
The match has been relocated from its original venue in Srinagar due to 'potential weather concerns' raised by the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association.
Jammu and Kashmir's historic Ranji Trophy win showcases a remarkable transformation in Indian cricket, fueled by Delhi's cricketing influence and strategic leadership.
Rahul, Padikkal power Karnataka to 355/2 with big hundreds
