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"It did become tough for me": Kohli on relinquishing Indian captaincy

Indian star and passionate leader Virat Kohli has opened up about his decision to step down as the captain of the Indian team, saying perpetual scrutiny and relentless pressure just became too much for him. Virat Kohli in 2021 stepped down from India’s T20I captaincy, and later he quit as RCB captain in 2022. In the same year (2022), Virat Kohli stepped down as captain of India's Test team following India’s series defeat to South Africa.…

May 6, 2025

AB de Villiers hits out at Kohli’s critics

Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers has hit out at Virat Kohli’s detractors for questioning his strike rate. Kohli, who is currently the highest run-getter in the tournament, has played a valuable role in pushing RCB towards the playoffs. So far, Kohli has amassed 505 runs in 11 innings at an average of 63.12 and a strike rate of 143.46. He has played an important role in the team’s highly compelling performances with his…

May 6, 2025

Table-topping opportunity on the line as MI host GT

The ongoing Indian Premier League is all set for a blockbuster showdown on Tuesday as Mumbai Indians face off against Gujarat Titans at Wankhede Stadium. With both teams locked at 14 points apiece, the stakes couldn’t be higher, as a victory in this match will send the winner soaring to the top of the table. Mumbai Indians come into this clash riding a wave of momentum, having strung together six consecutive wins. Their…

May 6, 2025

IPL 2025: Rain strips SRH of playoffs opportunity

In a heartbreaking moment for Sunrisers Hyderabad , their hopes of making it to the Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs were washed away after their crucial match against Delhi Capitals on Monday in Hyderabad was abandoned due to relentless rain. SRH endured elimination after the game ended with no result. They have become the third team to be eliminated from the tournament. Earlier, Delhi Capitals, after being asked to bat, managed a modest total…

May 5, 2025

SRH vs DC: All you need to know, head to head, probable XII

The 55th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League is set to be a high-stakes encounter between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals on Monday in Hyderabad. For Delhi Capitals, this match is a must-win to keep their playoff hopes alive, while a loss could see SRH eliminated from contention. SRH have had a challenging season, winning only three of their last ten matches. With the failure of their top-order batters, such as…

May 5, 2025

Litton Das named T20I captain as Bangladesh announce squad for UAE and Pakistan T20Is

Litton Das has officially been named as Bangladesh’s T20I captain , taking over the reins from Najmul Hossain Shanto , who stepped down earlier this year. Mehidy Hasan has been named his deputy. Litton will lead the squad in the upcoming T20Is against the UAE and Pakistan. Meanwhile, Shanto remains part of the squad that also features Towhid Hridoy, Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman and Shoriful Islam, who all missed…

May 5, 2025

PBKS sign Mitchell Owen as replacement for injured Maxwell

Australian player Mitchell Owen is poised to join Punjab Kings in the ongoing Indian Premier League, stepping in as a replacement for injured Glenn Maxwell, who was recently ruled out of the IPL with a broken finger. Punjab have signed Owen for ₹3 crore. He has vast experience in the shortest format of the game, having played 34 T20s and scored 646 runs, including two hundreds. He will join Punjab’s squad…

May 5, 2025

Parag’s masterclass knock in vain as KKR thrash RR

In a must-win clash, Kolkata Knight Riders delivered an amazing performance to defeat Rajasthan Royals by 1 run on Sunday at Eden Gardens, keeping their playoff hopes alive in the ongoing Indian Premier League. The high-octane battle witnessed fierce hitting and a valiant solo effort from Riyan Parag that ultimately went in vain. Batting first after winning the toss, KKR posted an imposing total of 206/4 in 20 overs. They…

May 4, 2025

PBKS vs LSG: All you need to know, head to head, probable XII

As the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) approaches its climax, Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants find themselves in an important showdown. They meet each other on Sunday in Dharamsala in the 54th match of the IPL. Both teams are currently positioned fourth and sixth in the points table, respectively, making this encounter a must-win to solidify their playoff chances. With star-studded lineups, both Punjab and Lucknow would eye solid…

May 4, 2025

Kagiso Rabada serving provisional suspension for recreational drug use

Kagiso Rabada , South Africa’s tearaway pacer, has revealed that he is currently serving a provisional suspension after testing positive for recreational drug use. This development comes after his brief stint with Gujarat Titans in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) last month, where he played two matches before returning home. That time, Gujarat Titans had said that Rabada had flown back home to deal with a “personal matter”.

May 4, 2025

RCB clinch a narrow 2-run win against CSK

In a high-octane clash, Royal Challengers Bengaluru edged out Chennai Super Kings by a narrow margin of two runs on Saturday in Bengaluru. With both teams displaying explosive batting performances, the match went down to the wire before RCB held their nerve to claim a hard-fought win. Chasing 214, CSK looked up to the task thanks to a sensational start by young opener Ayush Mhatre . The young star blazed his way to 94 off just 48…

May 3, 2025

Zimbabwe reveal squad for England Test

Zimbabwe have revealed their squad for the one-off Test match against England , with Sikandar Raza making his return to the side. The One-Off Test is set to be played in Nottingham from May 22 to 25. Raza returns to the team following his absence from the Test assignments against Ireland and Bangladesh due to T20 commitments. Raza replaces Johnathan Campbell in the 15-member squad, while Clive Madande returns from…

May 3, 2025