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Ex-Zimbabwe cricketer says Indian bizman blackmailed him to spot-fix

In a detailed confession on social media, Taylor claimed that he was invited by the businessman to India to discuss "sponsorships" and potential launch of a T20 event in Zimbabwe

Indian cricket's 'virat' problem

Slowly but surely, the game of cricket is changing character

Winning 3-0 against India shows some good signs for team, says Mark Boucher

Half-centuries by Virat Kohli (65), Shikhar Dhawan (61), and Deepak Chahar (54) went in vain as India suffered a heartbreaking four-run loss against South Africa in the third and final ODI

Deepak gave us a real chance, batters' shot selection poor: KL Rahul

Chahar's fighting fifty (54 off 34 balls) went in vain as the hosts beat India by four runs in the third and final ODI to complete a 3-0 whitewash in the three-match series, here on Sunday

KL Rahul did a decent job, will learn and get better: Rahul Dravid

India lost both the Test and ODI series in what turned out to be a disastrous tour of South Africa

Five new Covid positive cases reported by three franchises ahead of PSL

The six franchises have started assembling in Karachi with the Pakistan Cricket Board launching the seventh edition of the league on January 27

Tremendous show of character and maturity from U-19 team: VVS Laxman

Laxman was impressed by the team's ability to emerge comfortable winners in face of adversity

Dream come true to play at MCG: Unmukt Chand after making BBL debut

Unmukt Chand, who has become the first Indian player to play in the Big Bash League (BBL), said it was a dream come true for him to play at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).Unmukt on Tuesday achieved the feat as he made his debut for the Melbourne Renegades against Hobart Hurricanes here at the Docklands Stadium in Melbourne. However, he failed to leave a mark as he scored just six runs in his first game."It's been a dream come true 2 play at the @MCG. Felt a childlike energy entering the G. Not the result we wanted, nonetheless, a gud outing. Hopefully can take a lot of +ves from this & apply on my next & coming adventures. Feels good 2 be back on the big stage," Unmukt Chand tweeted.Unmukt, 28, had called time on his playing career in India last year. He represented three IPL franchises - Delhi Daredevils, Mumbai Indians, and Rajasthan Royals - and had a domestic career spanning more than a decade, including 67 first-class matches.Unmukt burst onto the international ...

India vs SA: Losing wickets in cluster cost us first ODI, says Dhawan

India opening batter Shikhar Dhawan on Wednesday said that losing wickets in a cluster cost his side in the first ODI against South Africa

South Africa go 1-0 up after India self-destruct in first ODI

Chasing a challenging 297, India were cruising at 138 for one before wickets fell in a heap

Ahmedabad, Kolkata likely to host India's home series against West Indies

As per the original schedule, West Indies are slated to play three ODIs in Ahmedabad, Jaipur and Kolkata and three T20Is Cuttack, Visakhapatnam, Thiruvananthapuram, beginning February 6

Yash Dhull, 5 others test Covid positive, miss U19-WC game against Ireland

While skipper Dhull and Rasheed featured in the opening game against South Africa, Aardhya was not part of that game

Ind Vs SA 1st ODI: Bavuma, van der Dussen power South Africa to 296/4

Skipper Temba Bavuma and Rassie van der Dussen struck contrasting hundreds en route to their 204-run stand to take South Africa to 296 for four in the first ODI against India here on Wednesday. After a sluggish start, van der Dussen (129 not out off 96) and Bavuma (110 off 143) shared the second highest partnership ever against India in ODIs to ensure a competitive total for the home team. Jasprit Bumrah (2/48) was the stand out bowler for India in an otherwise ordinary bowling effort. South Africa opted to bat on a slow surface at Boland Park. The white ball did a bit early on with both Bumrah and Bhuvneshwar Kumar getting to move it off the pitch as well as in the air. After an inaccurate first over, the usually accurate Bumrah got his act together and had opener Janneman Malan (6) caught behind with an outswinger. Expecting an incoming ball, Malan was caught on the crease with his loose push taking the outside edge. South Africa struggled to 39 for one in 10 overs with Indian .

New Zealand tour of Australia postponed until further notice amid Covid

New Zealand tour of Australia, initially scheduled for January 24-February 9, has been postponed until further notice, due to the lack of certainty over when the squad would be able to return to NZ.Despite a proposal from New Zealand Cricket and Cricket Australia to extend the length of the tour so that the Blackcaps could return home at a time more manageable for the MIQ process, the Government confirmed on Wednesday it had no capacity to meet the request.Discussions are now continuing with CA over when the postponed fixtures will be played.NZC chief executive David White said the tour was initially scheduled last year, after the government signalled its intention to relax MIQ restrictions relating to the trans-Tasman border."As we now know, the advent of Omicron prompted a change of strategy from the Government, resulting in a hard 10-day mandatory isolation period being imposed on all incoming travellers," said White in a statement."NZC and CA had explored a proposal to expand the .

Former India opener Sehwag to lead 'Indian Maharaja' in Legends League

Sehwag, who led the Delhi Capitals and Kings XI Punjab in Indian Premier League, will have Mohammed Kaif as his deputy

Fantasy Sports added Rs 3,000 cr to Indian sports economy in FY21: Experts

This number is expected to double in the next three years alongside the growth of the industry and its participating user base

'Not my job': Kohli avoids discussing Rahane, Pujara's spot in team

South Africa on Friday defeated India in the third and final Test to clinch the three-match series 2-1

Really immature, can't be a role model in this manner: Gambhir slams Kohli

Virat Kohli's outburst against a controversial DRS decision during the third Test against South Africa was "immature", feels former opener Gautam Gambhir.

Bhanuka Rajapaksa withdraws decision to retire from international cricket

Ten days after announcing his retirement from international cricket, batter Bhanuka Rajapaksa has made himself available to play for Sri Lanka "for years to come." The 30-year-old had tendered his letter of resignation to Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on January 3. However, after meeting the Sri Lankan Sports Minister Namal Rajapaksa recently, the Southpaw has changed his mind. "Pursuant to a meeting with the Hon. Namal Rajapaksa Minister of Youth & Sports and after consulting with the National Selectors, Bhanuka Rajapaksa has notified SLC that he wishes to withdraw his resignation which he tendered to SLC on 3rd Jan. 2022, with immediate effect," a SLC stated in a media release. "In his letter to SLC withdrawing his resignation, he further states that he wishes to represent his country in the game he loves for the years to come," it added. In his initial letter, Rajapaksa had cited family obligations as the key reason for his resignation. "I have very carefully considered my position

Pant makes 100, India set South Africa 212-run target to win 3rd Test

India's second innings folded on 198 as pacers Marco Jansen (4/36) Kagiso Rabada (3/53) and Lungi Ngidi (3/21) shared all wickets between them