Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26: Arshin Kulkarni’s ton powers Maharashtra to big win over Mumbai

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26: Arshin Kulkarni’s ton powers Maharashtra to big win over Mumbai

Arshin Kulkarni made optimum use of reprieves and went on to score his second List-A century as Maharashtra halted Mumbai’s unbeaten run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with a 153-run victory. After Maharashtra opted to bat on a foggy Saturday, openers Kulkarni (114, 114b, 11×4, 3×6) and Prithvi Shaw (71, 75b, 10×4, 1×6) set the…

India squad for New Zealand ODI series: Gill back as captain, Pant holds on to spot

India squad for New Zealand ODI series: Gill back as captain, Pant holds on to spot

Shubman Gill will lead India’s squad for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11, BCCI announced on Saturday. Shreyas Iyer has been named Gill’s deputy for the series. Iyer has been out of the Indian setup after sustaining an injury to his spleen during India’s tour of Australia last October. He is…

‘Hindu or Muslim comes later’: Rinku Singh’s coach Masood reacts to KKR releasing Mustafizur Rahman | Cricket News

‘Hindu or Muslim comes later’: Rinku Singh’s coach Masood reacts to KKR releasing Mustafizur Rahman | Cricket News

Mustafizur Rahman (PTI Photo) Masood Uz Zafar Amini, the coach of Indian batter Rinku Singh, has shared his views on the BCCI’s decision to release Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from the 2026 Indian Premier League season. Amini said that while opinions may differ, the decision taken by the BCCI must be respected by everyone.His…

Sanju Samson sends strong message to selectors with crucial century ahead of NZ ODIs | Cricket News

Sanju Samson sends strong message to selectors with crucial century ahead of NZ ODIs | Cricket News

India’s Sanju Samson (PTI Photo/Shashank Parade) Sanju Samson’s timing could not have been better. With the Indian ODI squad set to be picked on Saturday, the Kerala batter produced a commanding century against Jharkhand, putting himself firmly back into the selection conversation. Chasing a stiff target of 312, Samson led Kerala’s charge with a fluent…

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26: Sanju Samson scores century for Kerala vs Jharkhand

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26: Sanju Samson scores century for Kerala vs Jharkhand

Sanju Samson scored a century for Kerala against Jharkhand in a Vijay Hazare Trophy fixture in Ahmedabad on Saturday. Opening the batting for Kerala, Samson and Rohan Kunnummal took charge of a competitive 312-run chase. Kunnummal played aggressor as he raced away to a century. He was dismissed after amassing 124 runs in just 78…

‘Who are we punishing?’ Shashi Tharoor slams ‘mindless politicising of sport’ after KKR release Bangladesh player Mustafizur Rahman | Cricket News

‘Who are we punishing?’ Shashi Tharoor slams ‘mindless politicising of sport’ after KKR release Bangladesh player Mustafizur Rahman | Cricket News

Shashi Tharoor, Mustafizur Rahman NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said cricket should not be dragged into attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, reacting to Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) decision to release Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman from its IPL 2026 squad following a directive from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).Sharing…

Mustafizur Rahman row: ‘Blaming Shah Rukh Khan is unfair’ – Ex-India cricketer slams outrage | Cricket News

Mustafizur Rahman row: ‘Blaming Shah Rukh Khan is unfair’ – Ex-India cricketer slams outrage | Cricket News

Shah Rukh Khan and Mustafizur Rahman (Agency Image) Former India cricketer Atul Wassan has weighed in on the growing controversy surrounding Kolkata Knight Riders and the release of Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman, saying the criticism directed at co-owner Shah Rukh Khan is misplaced and removing one player achieves little.The issue escalated after the Board of…