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Gautam Gambhir dismissed criticism over India’s recent Test struggles, saying his priority remains winning trophies. The head coach backed Kuldeep Yadav and the five-bowler strategy, insisting India are undergoing a transition and rankings do not reflect their progress

The BCCI is yet to finalise a title sponsor for the Indian cricket team’s home matches after limited response to its tender. Reports suggest brands including Google Gemini, Spinny and SBI Life are in discussions, with pricing emerging as a key hurdle

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

Ravindra Jadeja became the first Indian left-arm bowler to take 350 Test wickets during the Galle Test against Sri Lanka. The milestone also saw him join Kapil Dev, Ian Botham and Daniel Vettori in the elite 4,000-run, 350-wicket club

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

Devdutt Padikkal smashed his maiden Test century on his return to the format, scoring an unbeaten 131 to guide India to 288/2 against Sri Lanka on the opening day in Galle. KL Rahul also contributed with a patient 77

India vice-captain KL Rahul retired hurt after suffering severe cramps during the opening day of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. Rahul scored 77 and shared a 150-run stand with Devdutt Padikkal before leaving the field

KL Rahul and Devdutt Padikkal produced contrasting unbeaten knocks to put India in command on the opening day of the Galle Test against Sri Lanka. Their 150-run partnership helped India reach 197/1 at tea as Sri Lanka’s bowlers struggled

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

Dhruv Jurel faces a crucial Test audition against Sri Lanka after a string of modest scores and repeated dismissals to spin. With Sarfaraz Khan competing for his batting slot, Jurel needs to adapt quickly to Galle’s conditions and deliver

Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi’s long wait for an India Test call-up ended after he was drafted into the squad as Jasprit Bumrah’s replacement against Sri Lanka. Nabi said patience, consistent performances and his family’s support helped him realise his dream

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

Former India fielding coach T Dilip praised Virat Kohli’s unmatched intensity and influence on teammates, recalled India’s 2024 Barbados triumph, explained the idea behind the fielding medal, and highlighted Suryakumar Yadav’s iconic catch in the T20 World Cup final.

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India batter Sai Sudharsan has been ruled out of the first Test against Sri Lanka due to a right big toe injury, while his availability for the second match is also doubtful. Devdutt Padikkal could replace him in the playing XI.

Ashmita Chaliha and Rakshitha Sree S.R. recorded impressive victories over higher-ranked opponents to set up an all-Indian women's singles semifinal at the Korea Masters in Asan. India's men's doubles challenge ended after Pruthvi K. Roy and Krishna Prasad G. lost in the quarterfinals

Paris Paralympics silver medallist Sharad Kumar praised India's para-athletes for producing exceptional results despite comparatively lower funding, highlighting the country's historic Commonwealth Games performance while advocating greater support for para sports and inclusion through initiatives like Para Elan

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has urged the Shubman Gill-led Test squad to be fully prepared from the opening day of the Sri Lanka series. He also welcomed newcomers Saransh Jain, Auqib Nabi and fielding coach Subhadeep Ghosh to the national setup

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