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Former Australian cricketer David Warner has been named the new captain of the Karachi Kings for the upcoming season of 2025 Pakistan Super League (PSL), marking a significant move for both the player and the franchise. Warner, who brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the Karachi’s squad, will replace Shan Masood at the helm. This will also mark Warner's maiden appearance in the PSL after becoming the Kings’ first…
KL Rahul is getting ready to don a new IPL jersey as DC prepare to take on LSG on Monday at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. KL Rahul, who led LSG in the past two seasons, will play for DC after being bought by the franchise for INR 14 crore. However, there remains a huge uncertainty over KL Rahul’s availability for DC’s season-opening clash against Lucknow Super Giants due to personal reasons. Notably, Rahul is…
Chennai Super Kings began their IPL 2025 campaign in a commanding fashion, pulling off a comprehensive four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians on Sunday in Chennai. But, what stole the show was a lightning-fast stumping from MS Dhoni of Suryakumar Yadav that delighted fans in Chennai a lot. Moreover, former Australian cricketer and legend Matthew Hayden was left impressed by Dhoni’s scintillating skills.…
As the ongoing 18th edition of the Indian Premier League heats up, Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals are gearing up to face off in the fourth match of the tournament, scheduled to be held on Monday at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. The IPL contests are always thrilling not just because of the on-field action, but also due to the intriguing storylines surrounding them. For this contest…
The Indian Premier League 2025 opener saw a stunning performance by the Royal Challengers Bengaluru , as they triumphed over their opponents Kolkata Knight Riders with a dominant seven-wicket victory on Saturday at Eden Gardens. Leading the charge was Australian powerhouse Josh Hazlewood , whose brilliant bowling performance played a pivotal role in the RCB’s thumping win. Hazlewood’s suffocating…
The upcoming showdown in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) is going to be an action-packed encounter as two of the league's most popular teams Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians face off in the third match of the tournament on Sunday at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. With both teams boasting five IPL titles each, this rivalry has become one of the most anticipated fixtures in IPL. As they prepare for this clash, a high-octane…
The 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season kicked off in electrifying fashion as Royal Challengers Bengaluru made an impressive start with an extraordinary seven-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders in the opening match of the tournament on Saturday at Eden Gardens. KKR, who were put to bat, spluttered their way to a total of 174/8 in 20 overs , but it was a breathtaking display of…
Heather Knight has stepped down as the captain of the England Women's cricket team after a remarkable nine-year tenure. Heather, appointed in 2016, led the side in eight Tests , 94 ODIs and 96 T20s , with 134 wins from her 199 matches as captain. Lately, Heather Knight has endured a difficult period, overseeing a frustrating T20 World Cup campaign and the Ashes in Australia.…
The ongoing five-match T20I series between New Zealand and Pakistan has taken an exciting turn as Pakistan managed to stay alive in the series with a commanding 9-wicket victory in the third match. With the series now 2-1 in favour of New Zealand, both teams will look to push for dominance when they square off in the fourth T20I match on Sunday at Bay Oval. Pakistan’s comeback in the third T20I was a testament to their skills and resilience.
New Zealand fast bowler Matt Henry has officially been ruled out of the ongoing five-match T20I series against Pakistan . Henry, who had earlier been included in the squad for the fourth and fifth T20Is, will not take part in the series and continue his rehabilitation. Henry has been out of action since the Champions Trophy semi-final against South Africa , where he picked up a shoulder injury.…
The opening match of the Indian Premier League 2025 season, featuring Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Saturday at Eden Gardens, is currently under constant threat of being washed out due to inclement weather conditions. The much-anticipated showdown between the two teams is facing an uncertain future as heavy rain showers are forecasted in the region. These weather conditions could lead to delays or…
The excitement is building for the start of the Indian Premier League 2025 , with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders set to host Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match of the season on Saturday at Eden Gardens. Both teams are eager to make a dominant statement as they begin their respective campaigns. For the first time, Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will commence the IPL season. For KKR…
