Hardik Pandya (Pic credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: As the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025 kicks off across Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kolkata and Lucknow from Wednesday, all eyes will be on two of Indian cricket’s most talked-about names — Hardik Pandya and Prithvi Shaw — both entering the domestic T20 season with contrasting stakes but equally…
India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir (AP Photo/Anupam Nath) Former India captain and ex–chief selector Krishnamachari Srikkanth has launched yet another fierce critique of head coach Gautam Gambhir, tearing into India’s selection policy after South Africa dominated the first three days of the second Test in Guwahati. With the visitors already 1–0 ahead after their Kolkata…
Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood bowl during a practice session. (Getty Images) Australia received a major lift ahead of the day-night second Ashes Test, with injured pace spearheads Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins bowling in the nets on Tuesday. The development comes as a worrying sign for England, who were outplayed in the opening Test…
Wasim Jaffer and Michael Vaughan (X) Michael Vaughan added a dose of humour to India’s batting collapse in the second Test against South Africa in Guwahati, taking a light-hearted swipe at Wasim Jaffer as the hosts folded for just 201. India’s star-studded batting order fell apart under relentless pressure from Marco Jansen, whose fiery spell…
South African bowler Marco Jansen celebrate with team mates(ANI Photo) Guwahati: When South Africa batted, Kuldeep Yadav said the pitch felt like a “road”. In less than 24 hours, India discovered bumps and steep curves, hitherto unforeseen, on the same “road” at the Assam Cricket Association ground in Barsapara. By stumps on Day 3, the…
Virat Kohli and Dharmendra Indian cricket star Virat Kohli expressed his condolences following the passing of veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra. The legendary actor passed away on Monday at the age of 89.“Today, we have lost a legend of Indian cinema who captivated hearts with his charm and his talent. A true icon who inspired everyone…
Bollywood actor Dharmendra (AP Photo/Bikas Das, File) Former Pakistani cricket captain Rashid Latif has paid tribute to renowned Indian actor Dharmendra, who passed away on Monday.“Dharmendra ji was a legendary hero, and Sholay remains an all-time classic. He leaves behind a remarkable legacy across the subcontinent and was immensely popular in Pakistan as well. My…
Sachin Tendulkar, Dharmendra NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shared a note on Monday expressing grief over the death of veteran actor Dharmendra, calling him a major figure in Indian cinema whose energy stayed with everyone who met him. Tendulkar said Dharmendra’s presence connected with people across generations.“I, like many others, took an instant…
Palak Muchhal reacts to Palash–Smriti Mandhana wedding delay Indian playback singer Palak Muchhal has announced the postponement of her brother Palash Muchhal‘s wedding to cricketer Smriti Mandhana due to health concerns.“Due to Smriti’s father’s health, Smriti and Palash’s wedding has been put on hold. We would request all of you to respect the privacy of…
Mohammed Siraj and KL Rahul shared a light-hearted moment on Day 3. (Screengrabs, AP) Mohammed Siraj’s frustration boiled over during a tense third day in Guwahati, and KL Rahul’s lighthearted reaction to it became one of the most replayed moments of the Test. The moment came early in South Africa’s second innings when Siraj, fielding…