India spin great R Ashwin has expressed his desire to see teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi represent the national team in all three formats of cricket, praising his fearless approach and entertainment value.
Indian all-rounder Washington Sundar discusses the challenges and blessings of playing all formats of cricket, his fitness regime, and his goals for the future, including the ODI World Cup.
Virat Kohli has urged young cricketers to prioritise long-term commitment and respect in the sport over the instant fame and money offered by the IPL, emphasising the importance of being versatile players capable of handling pressure in all formats.
Cheteshwar Pujara suggests earmarking 25-30 domestic players for Test cricket, even if they aren't part of the Indian Premier League, while acknowledging the rise of white-ball specialists.
Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood feels it is possible to do the balancing act with meticulous planning and strategising.
Former England cricketers Alastair Cook and Michael Vaughan share differing opinions on Jasprit Bumrah, with Vaughan comparing the Indian pacer to football icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Former India coach Rahul Dravid has shared his views on Gautam Gambhir's idea of moving Indian cricket away from 'superstar culture'.
Speaking on The Great Indian Cricket Show on Doordarshan, Mukund, who represented India in seven Tests from 2011-17, said: "I think Shubman has it in him to become an all-format captain, but I do not think India should have an all-format captain anymore."
South African batter Rassie van der Dussen, 37, has announced his retirement from international cricket after being left out of the centrally-contracted list. He will continue to play domestic cricket for the Lions.
Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers believes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should play ODI and Test cricket to fully develop his game, though he warned that the road in longer formats would not be easy.
MS Dhoni's journey from a tea stall in Kharagpur to global cricket icon is a story of humility and loyalty, as he continues to support those from his early days.
South Africa's Kagiso Rabada discusses his journey through a drugs ban and winning the World Test Championship, highlighting his focus on personal well-being and prioritising international cricket.
Pakistan is reportedly considering replacing Shan Masood with Babar Azam as Test captain following a heavy defeat to Bangladesh. The Pakistan Cricket Board is under pressure to reinstate Azam.
Punjab Kings' Suryansh Shedge attributes his recent success in the Indian Premier League to the mindset and shot selection training he received from former India player and selector Jatin Paranjape.
Australian High Commissioner to India Philip Green has praised Jasprit Bumrah, calling him the best bowler in the world.
New Zealand will bid farewell to one of its cricketing greats when all-rounder Suzie Bates calls time on her international career at the end of the White Ferns' T20 World Cup campaign in England.
Babar Azam has indicated he would consider accepting the Pakistan captaincy again if the opportunity arises, emphasising that his decisions are always driven by the best interests of Pakistan cricket. He is currently focused on the Pakistan Super League final.
England have underachieved since winning the 2017 Women's World Cup and they are determined to put that right when they host the Twenty20 edition on home soil in June, captain Nat Sciver-Brunt said.
Sachin Tendulkar turns 53, celebrates his birthday with his 'Aai', and wife, Anjali, even as wishes pouring in from BCCI and ICC.
Gujarat Titans bowler Ashok Sharma discusses his approach to managing the risks associated with bowling at high speeds in the IPL, emphasising the importance of sleep, diet, and a strict daily routine to prevent injuries.
Virat Kohli, known as 'King Kohli' and 'Chase Master', showcased his exceptional fitness and dedication in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders, scoring an unbeaten 105 and emphasising the value of every single run.
Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan says he has no plans to retire from T20 cricket despite recent struggles, vowing to regain his form and compete for a place in the national side.
Ravichandran Ashwin backed Bhuvneshwar Kumar for a return to India's T20I side after the RCB pacer's match-winning spell and late heroics against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026.
Tamim Iqbal becomes the youngest BCB chief after the board's dissolution over election irregularities, set to lead an ad-hoc committee ahead of Bangladesh's home series vs New Zealand.
'When we go into the next cycle of bilaterals, we will try to see whether we can get a bigger window, so we can go from 74 to 94 games.'
Nitish flaunted his six-hitting muscle in the first innings and showed signs of living up to the belief that the former Indian skipper has exuded in him. After being put to bat by Australia, rain interrupted the play on four instances, and the Indian team toiled for rhythm as well as runs.
Jasprit Bumrah is also only the second Indian to reach the landmark of 100 wickets in T20Is.
Kolkata Knight Riders' high-profile acquisition Cameron Green has resumed bowling in the nets and is "not far away" from doing so in an IPL match, bowling coach Tim Southee said.
Punjab Kings pacer Vijaykumar Vyshak aims to consistently bowl at 150 kmph and develop new variations to remain competitive in the high-pressure environment of the India Premier League.
Even the great Kohli could only watch in pure admiration as Devedutt Padikkal set the stage on fire to power RCB to an emphatic victory.
The BCCI has more than doubled the match fees of women cricketers and officials in domestic cricket, a move triggered by India's maiden ODI World Cup triumph and aimed at creating a more equitable pay structure across the circuit.
Gary Kirsten, the former India World Cup-winning coach, has been appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka cricket team on a two-year contract, aiming to strengthen the national side for major global events, including the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Yashasvi Jaiswal praises teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after their explosive opening stand powered Rajasthan Royals to a 27-run win over Mumbai Indians.
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin opened up about his retirement, his relationship with Gautam Gambhir and culture within the Indian dressing room.
Cheteshwar Pujara praises Mohammed Shami's performance in the IPL, highlighting it as the beginning of his 'road to redemption'.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly offering the head coach position for the Test team to former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, potentially making him the youngest person to hold the role.
Cricket legends Harbhajan Singh, Venkatesh Prasad, Zaheer Khan, and Sourav Ganguly reminisced about India's historic 2001 Test victory against Australia at Eden Gardens.
Sunrisers Hyderabad all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy attributes his improved bowling performance to a 'special person' who helped him overcome injury setbacks. He also discusses his match-winning performance against Kolkata Knight Riders and the team's strategy.
Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has withdrawn from the National T20 Championship to work on his batting technique ahead of the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
England head coach Brendon McCullum said he intends to continue in the role despite his side's exit from the T20 World Cup following a sevenrun defeat to India in the semi-finals.
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