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England travel to Australia carrying more optimism than in any recent tour. Having a new Test identity under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum, the long-awaited return of Jofra Archer, and a fully fit Mark Wood have boosted fresh energy into a group that has not won a Test in Australia since 2011. Meanwhi...
On the eve of the Ashes 2025-26 series, a war of words between former England spinner Monty Panesar and Australia captain Steve Smith has made immense headlines. What began as a passing comment from Panesar quickly escalated after Smith delivered a theatrical response, one that triggered memories of San...
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) is bracing up for the 2026 mega auction scheduled for November 27 in New Delhi. A total of 277 cricketers have thrown their names into the ring, and the bidding will open with a star-studded marquee set featuring world-class players, led by India’s Deepti Sharma. This y...
Star Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana recently confirmed her engagement to music composer and filmmaker Palash Muchhal through a fun Instagram reel featuring her teammates. Mandhana has often kept her personal life away from the spotlight, but rumours about her relationship with Muchhal had been circul...
In a significant development for Jharkhand cricket, the Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) has announced a strong and well-balanced squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025–26. Dynamic wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has been appointed captain, bringing both experience and exp...
Nearly a year after the shoulder-barge incident between Virat Kohli and Australia’s opener Sam Konstas at the Melbourne Cricket Ground during the 2024 Boxing Day Test. The episode, which had sparked widespread debate, but Oliver Peake, Konstas’s close friend and Australia’s 12th man that day, has finall...
Australian star opener Jake Fraser-McGurk, who was released by Delhi Capitals ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, could now find new teams fighting for him. The young player managed only 55 runs in six matches last season. Yet, his exit does not diminish his calibre as one of the most explosive young batters...
India’s batting coach, Sitanshu Kotak, defended head coach Gautam Gambhir amid the criticism that has been directed at the latter following South Africa’s 30-run win at Eden Gardens in the first Test. India were outplayed by the Proteas on a rank turner, bringing back nightmares of last year...
Indian captain Shubman Gill is likely to be ruled out of the second Test against South Africa due to a neck cramp sustained during the opening match at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Although the injury is not considered serious, medical experts have advised the batter to rest and avoid further strain. As a res...
Rishabh Pant is set to lead India in the second Test versus South Africa at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, starting on Saturday, November 22, after Shubman Gill was ruled out of the series decider due to his neck injury. He served as the acting captain in the first Test at Eden Gardens, Kolk...
Saransh Jain, a name not known to many, is quietly grinding it out in the Indian domestic circuit and making all-round contributions. He is currently preparing to play both Test cricket and earning a contract with an IPL franchise. And has he done enough to be able to catch the attention? Well, let’s se...
With India entering a must-win situation for the second Test against South Africa in Guwahati, the main point of worry has been captain Shubman Gill‘s injury. After injuring his neck during the Kolkata Test, Gill has reportedly been ruled out of the upcoming match, triggering concerns over his gro...
India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has been criticised by fans as well as experts for over-experimenting with his team, especially in the Test format. However, Aakash Chopra mentioned that experimentation is natural for a team when it is going through a transition phase like India is at the moment....
Ben Stokes is determined to join the select group of England captains who have returned from Australia with the Ashes, urging his side to seize the opportunity to create their own history. England’s campaign begins with the series opener in Perth, marking the start of their mission to reclaim the urn fo...
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 retention list featured a mix of expected calls and a handful of surprising releases, sparking lively debates among fans and experts alike. With the mini-auction just weeks away, franchises will be eager to strengthen their squads by targeting reliable, experienced,...
Cricket Australia has made changes to its 13-member squad for the upcoming tour match against England Lions at the Lilac Hill Park in Perth. The game is set to get underway on Friday, November 21 — the same day as the first Test of the Ashes 2025-26 as well. The hosts have added wicketkeeper-batter Josh...
Cricket Academy of Pathans (CAP) today announced a significant expansion into Northeast India with the grand inauguration of its 38th centre at Sansys Smart School in Dibrugarh, Assam. This milestone establishes the academy’s second centre in the Northeastern region, extending its commitment to deliver...
Sanju Samson has shared how he feels while wearing the Chennai Super Kings’ jersey in a social media video shared by the franchise itself. Samson was recently traded from Rajasthan Royals to CSK ahead of the auction for IPL 2026. The wicketkeeper-batter expressed how excited he had been for wearin...
Steve Smith marked his temporary return as Australia’s Ashes captain with an unexpected swipe at former England spinner Monty Panesar. The former England cricketer had urged travelling fans and the media to target Smith over his involvement in the ‘Sandpapergate’ ball-tampering scandal from seven years...
Indian all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer is set to be one of the major attractions at the IPL 2026 mini-auction after being released by the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Acquired for a massive INR 23.75 crore, Iyer was one of the most expensive players in IPL history, but the price tag did not translate into on...
Former cricketer Azhar Ali has exited his role as a selector of the Pakistan Cricket Board and head of youth development. This marks an end to a 12-month stint in the respective roles. Azhar was initially appointed as a member of the PCB’s selection committee back in October 2024. It has been understood...
India captain Shubman Gill reached Guwahati along with his teammates ahead of the second Test against South Africa. However, his participation in the series decider hangs in the balance. The Punjab batter is recovering from a neck injury sustained during India’s first innings in the first Test at...
Manoj Tiwary opined that both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma had no plans for retiring from Test cricket, but they were forced to bid farewell to the format due to the bad environment in the team. The two stalwarts of Indian cricket retired from the longest format of the game during the 2025 edition of .....
Robin Uthappa believes that India have tried many options but have not yet found the third pacer in the side who can complement Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. Prasidh Krishna and Akash Deep have been given opportunities, but neither of them has been able to cement their spots. He also questioned Ind...
After the second Test between India and South Africa in Guwahati, the two cricketing giants are set to collide in a three-match ODI series. However, Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah could miss the assignment. With next year’s T20 World Cup being on the horizon, star all-rounder Hardik, currently r...
England and Australia have actually been competing in cricket since 1877. However, the Ashes rivalry came to prominence after Australia registered their maiden Test victory in England in 1882 at The Oval. It was a loss so devastating that one English newspaper, The Sporting Times, published a satirical...
Mitchell Starc says he might shoulder a little more responsibility as the senior member of Australia’s new-look pace attack, but he believes Scott Boland’s experience and Brendan Doggett’s strong form will hold them in good stead for the opening Ashes Test in Perth. The 35-year-old has become Australia’...
Former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble feels Chennai Super Kings will be better off depending on younger and fresher talent instead of the older players when it comes to the upcoming IPL season. CSK finished at the rock bottom for the first time in their IPL history in 2025. Kumble justified his opinion by...
Venkatesh Iyer burst onto the scene with his stunning performances with the bat for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) during IPL 2021. He helped the Eoin Morgan-led side to the finals, scoring 370 runs in 10 matches at an average of 41.11. During KKR’s triumphant campaign in 2024, the Madhya Pradesh all...
Former Australian legend Shane Warne cleaned up Mike Gatting with a peach of a delivery, famously labelled as the ‘Ball of the Century’, in the first Test of the 1993 Ashes in Manchester. Warne eventually ended up claiming the Player of the Match award for his eight-wicket match haul. Interestingly, thi...
Venkatesh Iyer was one of Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) star performers in the 2021 and 2024 editions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), when they finished runners-up and champions, respectively. The three-time champions acquired his services for INR 23.75 crore at the IPL 2025 mega-auction. Howev...
Former Indian cricketer Parthiv Patel recently joked about how he made a living despite not being a part of the XI for the entirety of the 2003 World Cup. Parthiv was amongst the 15 players selected in India’s squad for the mega event. The erstwhile wicketkeeper-batter recalled that he remained the back...
The Ashes is among the oldest and the most traditional rivalries in world cricket, but if there is something that truly added fuel to the fire, it would be the ‘Bodyline’ bowling by the England team during the 1932-33 season of the Ashes. The tactic worked so wonderfully for the visiting Eng...
England and Australia are set to renew their iconic rivalry in the upcoming Ashes series, beginning with the first Test in Perth on November 21. While Australia enter as favourites, their injury concerns give England renewed belief heading into the contest. Across decades of competition, the Ashes has d...
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 retention list has brought several surprises, with a number of established names released ahead of the upcoming auction scheduled for December 16 in Abu Dhabi. Among these, a few prominent spinners stand out, players whose skill sets are tailor-made for Indian condit...
Veteran batter Faf du Plessis is among the 17 players released by Delhi Capitals (DC) ahead of the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 mini-auction, which is set to take place at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on December 16. He was signed by the Capitals at the 2025 mega-auction for his base price of ...
Sixteen teams will compete across 41 matches, culminating in the final at the Harare Sports Club on 6 February. The opening day will see India take on the USA, Zimbabwe face Scotland, and Tanzania mark their historic tournament debut against the West Indies. The competition will be played across five...
Former England pacer Stuart Broad has made a striking admission about Steve Smith ahead of the Ashes 2025–26, confessing that the Australian great remains an unsolved puzzle for him. Despite dismissing Smith a career-high 11 times in Test cricket, Broad stated that he still does not truly know how to ge...
Who won New Zealand vs West Indies 2nd ODI today? — Match result & turning points New Zealand won the second ODI of the three-match series against the West Indies by five wickets and three balls to spare at the McLean Park in Napier. With this, they clinched the series with a game to spare. ...
Australian T20I captain Mitchell Marsh is set to make a surprise return to Sheffield Shield cricket in early December for Western Australia, with expectations that he could feature at the top of the batting order. Meanwhile, wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis will represent the Cricket Australia XI against...
Daryl Mitchell has become the first player from New Zealand since Glenn Turner in 1979 to top the ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings after his match-winning century against the West Indies in their series opener in Christchurch. The 34-year-old’s 118-ball knock of 119 that won him the Player of the Match aw...
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has revealed his preferred line-up for the first Ashes Test against England, backing Jake Weatherald for a Test debut and selecting Brendan Doggett to bolster the pace attack. Australia have been hit by mounting injury concerns in the lead-up to the marquee series...
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting recently opened up on England’s ‘Bazball’ style and claimed that the aggressive approach was designed for just winning the Ashes in Australia. With the blockbuster 2025-26 Ashes draws near, Ponting openly questioned England’s public messaging around their style. En...
Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza was recently asked on whether Pakistan is the second-best team in Asia, and whether he would think of beating them as an upset or a normal thing. The question came ahead of Zimbabwe’s upcoming clash in the ongoing Pakistan T20I tri-series 2025, where they will face S...
Venkatesh Iyer has revealed a vital advice he recieved from former Indian skipper MS Dhoni provided. The all-rounder revealed that Dhoni advised him to stay grounded and not let fame get to him. Venkatesh also revealed the advice from Chandrakant Pandit that has stuck with him till now. Pandit had sugge...
With the 2025-26 Ashes just days away, with the opening Test set to begin on November 21 in Perth, the marquee series has already grabbed significant attention as England return to Australia seeking their first series win Down Under since 2010–11. Ahead of the series, legendary cricketers Ricky Ponting...
In an exclusive conversation with CricTracker, India’s star cricketer Venkatesh Iyer revealed his list of the top five all-rounders of all time. The list consists of a mix of past legends and current players, including South Africa’s Jacques Kallis, West Indies’ Andre Russell, England’s Ben Stokes...
Venkatesh Iyer hailed 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi as the next big T20 sensation for India. Iyer noted that at 14, most youngsters in the country do not possess even a fraction of the talent that Suryavanshi displays. Iyer noted that his praise for Suryavanshi was not just because of his young age, b...
Tall-lanky all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer was released by Kolkata Knight Riders ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction. The Indore-born, whose IPL value skyrocketed from INR 20 lakh to a whopping INR 23.75 crore in 2025, will now re-enter the auction pool. Meanwhile, Iyer recently named his all-time T20 XI, and...
Indian all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer expressed his confidence in Indian Test captain Shubman Gill, saying that the young batter is set to carve his own legacy, much like former Indian captain Virat Kohli did for Indian cricket. In an exclusive interaction with CricTracker, Iyer emphasised that Gill possess...
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