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Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has called the IPL generation’s ability to seamlessly transition from T20 cricket to Tests a “mystery”. Comparing the shift to pop singers attempting classical ragas, he praised modern players’ adaptability, technique and concentration

Manav Suthar and Ravindra Jadeja shared seven wickets as India bowled Sri Lanka out for 284, securing a 178-run first-innings lead. Sonal Dinusha hit his maiden Test century, while Niroshan Dickwella scored 80 in Sri Lanka’s resistance

Australia great Ellyse Perry has praised Smriti Mandhana’s incredible willpower and strong mindset, while highlighting Harmanpreet Kaur’s tenacity and competitiveness. Perry also backed the inaugural Women’s Champions Trophy and reflected on the evolution of women’s cricket and learning from younger players

Six years ago, MS Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket at 7:29 pm on Independence Day, ending a celebrated 15-year career. India’s only captain to win all three major ICC limited-overs trophies left behind an enduring legacy of leadership and composure

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has warned the team’s seamers that the Kookaburra ball could soften after 25-30 overs in Sri Lanka. He urged them to adapt to the heat, humidity and changing conditions while maintaining intensity throughout the Tests

Mohammed Siraj will lead India’s pace attack in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah during the two-Test Sri Lanka series. With spin expected to dominate, Siraj’s experience, intensity and ability to deliver crucial breakthroughs could prove decisive for India

Outgoing India fielding coach T Dilip has penned an emotional farewell after completing a successful five-year stint with the national team. Thanking the BCCI, players and coaches, he said the memories and achievements, including multiple ICC titles, would remain with him forever

Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey paid an emotional tribute to Ajinkya Rahane following his retirement from international cricket, calling him the true heir to Rahul Dravid. Rahane ended his international career after representing India in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is.

Ajinkya Rahane’s retirement from international cricket drew heartfelt tributes from Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant. Kohli praised him as the safest pair of hands in the slips and his favourite Test batting partner, while recalling Rahane’s historic leadership during India’s Australia triumph

The BCCI paid tribute to Ajinkya Rahane following his retirement from international cricket, praising his resilience, overseas batting exploits and inspirational leadership during India's historic 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph, saying his legacy extends far beyond statistics

Newly selected India spinner Saransh Jain credited family sacrifices, unwavering discipline and consistency for his maiden Test call-up to the Sri Lanka tour. The 33-year-old also spoke about his cricketing idols, Harbhajan Singh and Ravichandran Ashwin, and his lifelong dream of representing India

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu paid a heartfelt tribute to Ajinkya Rahane following his retirement from international cricket, praising his courage, composure and memorable overseas performances, while calling his match-winning century at Lord's in 2014 one of his defining career highlights

Ajinkya Rahane retired from international cricket, leaving behind a legacy of understated leadership, memorable Test performances and resilience. Despite leading India to a historic Test series win in Australia, the elegant batter often remained overshadowed and, many believe, underappreciated

Sachin Tendulkar paid a heartfelt tribute to his late coach Ramakant Achrekar on Guru Purnima, visiting his memorial at Shivaji Park and thanking the mentor who shaped both his cricketing career and character through years of dedicated guidance

India interim coach VVS Laxman praised 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's maturity after his Player of the Series-winning performances against Zimbabwe, saying the teenager has the temperament, talent and work ethic to become one of India's biggest stars and break international cricket records.

RISE Worldwide has signed India and Mumbai Indians batter Gunalan Kamalini as its first female client. The 18-year-old sensation, who debuted internationally at 17, joins a prestigious cricket roster featuring Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah

India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana made history at Lord’s as the youngest cricketer to reach 300 international appearances. Reaching the feat during the historic women's Test against England, Mandhana emphasized resetting after India’s recent T20 World Cup heartbreak

On his 54th birthday, former India captain Sourav Ganguly was named the latest inductee into the prestigious ICC Hall of Fame. Ganguly becomes the 12th Indian cricketer overall to receive the sport’s ultimate career recognition

Former India spinner Murali Kartik believes Ravi Bishnoi's recurring back-foot no-balls are caused by his exaggerated run-up rather than his bowling action. Kartik says returning to a smaller semi-circular approach could restore Bishnoi's rhythm without requiring a complete remodelling of his technique

Former India leg-spinner L Sivaramakrishnan has advised the team management against resting 15-year-old debutant Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him a "20-year investment" who should be fast-tracked into the white-ball setups ahead of next year's World Cup