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Indias 2007 T-20 World Cup hero, Irfan Pathan on Saturday announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. (Photo:AFP)

India's 2007 T-20 WC star Irfan Pathan retires across all forms

The 35-year-old was considered by many as the most lethal swing and seam bowler to emerge from India after Kapil Dev.

4 Jan 2020 5:32 PM IST

Ahead of the first T20I of the three-match series against Sri Lanka, India skipper Virat Kohli on Saturday clarified that Shikhar Dhawan and KL Rahul would open the batting for the Men in Blue. (Photo:AFP)

Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul will start series: Virat Kohli

Rohit Sharma has been rested for the series against Sri Lanka.

4 Jan 2020 5:17 PM IST

Thrilled after getting to know about Hardik Pandya and Natasa Stankovics engagement, skipper Virat Kohli on Wednesday called it is a pleasant surprise. (Photo:Instagram)

Hardik Pandya-Natasa Stankovic's separate culture won't be issue:...

Natasa accepting marriage proposal from Hardik, reflects their sense of support for each other as a team.

4 Jan 2020 4:41 PM IST

$With Indias prime pacer, Jaspit Bumrah returning to the Indian squad after spending four months on the sidelines because of a back stress fracture, the Men in Blue will be breathing a sigh of relief, especially when the 2020 T20I World Cup is just 10 months away. (Photo:AFP)$ Sports

Reasons why Jasprit Bumrah's return will be big boost for India before...

In 38 matches, the 25-year-old pacer has scalped 51 wickets at 6.72, which is an exceptional figure in the shortest form...

4 Jan 2020 4:25 PM IST

Indian captain Virat Kohli on Saturday strongly opposed the four-day Test proposed by the ICC as he is not in favour of any alterations which hurts the sanctity of the traditional five-day format. (Photo:AFP)

Not in favour of four-day Tests, says India captain Virat Kohli

The ICC wants to try out the four-day Test matches during the next FTP cycle between 2023-2031.

4 Jan 2020 2:57 PM IST

Star opening batsman Rohit Sharma on Friday laid down the foundation stone for an international cricket stadium and training centre at Heartfulness Institute on the outskirts of Hyderabad. (Photo:ANI)

Rohit Sharma lays foundation stone for international cricket stadium...

The cricket stadium has been named after Rohit Sharma.

4 Jan 2020 2:42 PM IST

New Zealand made a secure start after a Marnus Labuschagne double century lifted Australia to a massive 454 first innings total in the third Test on Saturday. (Photo:AFP)

New Zealand on the chase after Marnus Labuschagne's double ton in...

The rock-solid number three reached his highest Test score of 215 in Sydney.

4 Jan 2020 1:57 PM IST

India spinner Harbhajan Singh on Saturday urged Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan to do the needful after vandalism at Nankana Sahib Gurdwara. (Photo:AFP)

Harbhajan Singh urges Pakistan PM to 'do needful' after Gurdwara...

On Friday, a violent mob gathered outside Nankana Sahib Gurdwara and pelted stones.

4 Jan 2020 1:40 PM IST

Comeback man Jasprit Bumrah will be cynosure of all eyes during Indias first T20 international against Sri Lanka in the year 2020 where its namesake global meet will gain precedence over everything for the Men In Blue. (Photo:AFP)

1st T20l: Jasprit Bumrah returns as IND look to stamp authority vs SL

Out for four months with a back stress fracture, the 26-year-old Bumrah is that precious diamond in this Indian set-up.

4 Jan 2020 12:30 PM IST

New Zealand have suffered yet another injury blow on their tour of Australia on Saturday after confirmation that bowler Matt Henry broke his left thumb on the opening day of the third test. (Photo:AFP)

NZ receive another blow as Matt Henry injures his left thumb

The right-arm seamer will continue to bowl in the test.

4 Jan 2020 12:19 PM IST

South Africas Anrich Nortje took the vital wickets of captain Joe Root and talisman Ben Stokes as England struggled to 262 for nine at stumps on the first day of the second test on Friday. (Photo:AP/PTI)

South Africa restrict England to 262/9 on Day 1

Pace bowler Nortje finished with 2-54 off 17 overs as Proteas restricted England on a Newlands wicket that was expected...

4 Jan 2020 11:42 AM IST

Australias Marnus Labuschagne on 130 not out at the end of play on day 1 of the third cricket test match between Australia and New Zealand at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, Australia. Friday Jan. 3 2020 .(Photo: AP/PTI)

Marnus Labuschagne ton as Australia take advantage of weakened Kiwis

The South African-born Labuschagne has now scored four centuries in seven Test innings.

3 Jan 2020 1:50 PM IST