Ash`s zero regrets
There was the mandatory shower of flower petals, lots of smiles and a live band too as Ravichandran Ashwin returned home on Thursday after his shock international retirement in the…
`Ashwin looked unhappy, deserved a fitting farewell`: Kapil Dev
Unable to comprehend R Ashwin’s sudden decision to retire from international cricket, a shocked World Cup-winning skipper Kapil Dev says the premier off-spinner deserved a fitting farewell, ideally on home…
More spin in the tale!
As his former teammates were still on their way from Brisbane to Melbourne on Thursday afternoon, R Ashwin landed to a hero’s welcome in Chennai on his first day as…
After Champions Trophy Debacle, Pak Hockey Face Visa Issue To Come To India
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has been told to secure government clearance before confirming participation in the FIH Junior World Cup scheduled in India at the end of next year.…
“Ashwin Unhappy, Efforts Made To Sideline Him”: Ex CSK Star’s Bold Claim
One of India’s finest cricketers of this generation, Ravichandran Ashwin stunned the sporting world with his abrupt retirement announcement after the end of the third Test against Australia in Brisbane.…
Gill under siege overseas!
On various counts, Shubman Gill appears the perfect batter, with a game that he can tailor to meet the demands of any format. His basics are strong enough for him…
Bangladesh rout WI for 3-0 series sweep
Jaker Ali’s blistering unbeaten 72 highlighted a dominant Bangladesh effort as the visitors thrashed the West Indies by 80 runs in the third and final T20I to sweep the series…
Pakistan beat SA by 81 runs to win ODI series
Pakistan veterans Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan took the team to a series-clinching 81-run win over South Africa in the second ODI at Newlands on Thursday. They lead 2-0 with…
U-19 Women’s T20 Asia Cup: Aayushi claims four as India storm into final
A rampaging India extended their unbeaten run at the U19 Women’s T20 Asia Cup as they reached the final with a four-wicket win over Sri Lanka in their last Super…
‘Ash always evolved’: Shastri
Ravichandran Ashwin’s constant drive to evolve and excel in his craft, coupled with his focus on self-improvement rather than being concerned about the opponents made him stand out, says former…
Richa Ghosh credits big-hitting to gym sessions, relentless practice
Richa Ghosh, who hammered five sixes and three fours during her 21-ball 54 to help India beat West Indies by 60 runs in the series-clinching third T20I at DY Patil…
Barcelona Face Atletico Madrid In Battle For La Liga Top Spot
Hansi Flick’s Barcelona started the season in superb form but Atletico Madrid have wrestled their way into the title race and the two sides meet on Saturday bidding to lead…
Chelsea Eye Top Spot In EPL, Man City Aim To Return To Winning Ways
Manchester City travel to Aston Villa on Saturday desperately seeking to halt their dramatic slide while Chelsea have the chance to go top of the Premier League, if only briefly.…
Spurs Edge Out United 4-3 In League Cup Thriller, Set Up Liverpool Semi
Tottenham survived two calamitous errors from stand-in goalkeeper Fraser Forster on Thursday to beat Manchester United 4-3 and set up a League Cup semi-final against Liverpool, staying on track for…
Shaw Was Out All Night, Entered Hotel At 6 AM: Report Makes Big Revelation
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has brushed aside Prithvi Shaw’s emotional outburst after his exclusion from the Vijay Hazare Trophy squad, asserting that the temperamental batter has flouted disciplinary norms…
Valtteri Bottas Returns To Mercedes As Reserve Driver For 2025 F1 Season
Valtteri Bottas will return to Mercedes next season as a reserve driver in the wake of Mick Schumacher’s decision to leave, the constructor announced Thursday. “Returning home to the Mercedes…
“Very Very Lazy”: ICC Blasted Over Delay In Champions Trophy Decision
Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir welcomed the hybrid model of ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to be hosted by Pakistan, noting that even if the Indian-Pakistan match “happens on the moon,…
Australia Domestic One-Day Cup Renamed After Late Cricket Great
Australian cricket’s domestic One-Day Cup was Friday renamed the Dean Jones Trophy to honour a pioneer of the 50-over game. Jones, who died of a heart attack in India in…
Bangladesh Create History, Whitewash West Indies 3-0 In Away T20I Series
Jaker Ali‘s blistering unbeaten 72 highlighted a dominant Bangladesh effort as the visitors thrashed the West Indies by 80 runs in the third and final T20 International to sweep the…
Ghulam, Shaheen Star; Pakistan Seal Back-To-Back Away ODI Series Wins
Right-hand batter Kamran Ghulam and left-arm seamer Shaheen Afridi’s exceptional performances guided Pakistan to victory over South Africa by 81 runs in the second ODI of the three-match series at…
“Five-Year Wait Did Not…”: India Captain After West Indies Series Win
India stand-in skipper Smriti Mandhana said the five-year wait they had to go through to win a T20I series at home did not “reflect” the team’s capabilities, a fact she…
“I’ll Be Walking Out With You…”: Ashwin’s Reply To Kohli’s Retirement Post
As the cricket world flooded social media with its tributes for Ravichandran Ashwin, a post from Virat Kohli stood out. The Kohli-Ashwin duo formed the backbone of India’s Test team…
“Deserved Better”: Kapil Dev Fumes Over ‘Hurt’ Ashwin’s Sudden Retirement
Unable to comprehend R Ashwin’s sudden decision to retire from international cricket, a shocked World Cup-winning skipper Kapil Dev says the premier off-spinner deserved a fitting farewell, ideally on home…
“No Disrespect But…”: Lee’s Huge Bumrah Verdict Amid Best Bowler Debate
Former Australia fast bowler Brett Lee reserved blockbuster praise for India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who leads the wicket-taking charts in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Bumrah has picked up 21…
Paul Pogba’s Brother Sentenced To Year In Prison In Extortion Case
A Paris court on Thursday sentenced a brother of France midfielder Paul Pogba to a three-year prison term, with two years suspended, after convicting him in a high-profile extortion case.…
11-Minute Stare-Down As Oleksandr Usyk, Tyson Fury Set For Riyadh Rematch
Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury were locked in a bad-tempered face-off for a full 11 minutes on Thursday as preparations for their heavyweight rematch turned serious. Defending champion Usyk and…
Richa, Smriti Fifties Power India To 2-1 T20I Series Win vs West Indies
Richa Ghosh smashed a record-equalling fastest fifty while Smriti Mandhana made a graceful fifty to propel India to a 60-run victory over the West Indies in the third and final…
Mohammed Shami “Rested” For Bengal’s Vijay Hazare Trophy Opener
Veteran India pacer Mohammed Shami will be rested for Bengal’s Vijay Hazare Trophy opener against Delhi on Saturday in Hyderabad, the Cricket Association of Bengal announced on Thursday. Shami, who…
On Ashwin’s Successor, Gavaskar’s Massive “Ahead Of Him” Verdict For Star
Ravichandran Ashwin has retired. The sudden announcement that came after India drew with Australia in the third Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy has left a big void in the…
SOGF Announces Major Dhyan Chand Scholarship
Major Dhyan Chand Scholarship Award worth Rs 28.80 lakh will be offered to 48 zonal winners of the SOG Grandmasters Series, the organisers of the mind sports events announced after…
“May Have Been Frustrated”: Ex-Aus Star On R Ashwin’s Abrupt Retirement
Former Australia cricketers Brett Lee and Brad Haddin speculated about the reasons that led to legendary India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin‘s sudden retirement midway through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. Ashwin announced…
Jasprit Bumrah Is A Right-Hand Version Of Wasim Akram, Says Justin Langer
Former Australia head coach Justin Langer heaped rich praise on Jasprit Bumrah, calling India’s fast-bowling spearhead a right-handed equivalent of legendary Pakistan left-arm pacer Wasim Akram. Bumrah has taken 21…
54 Off 21 Balls: Richa Equals ‘Fastest 50’ Record, India Notch 217/4 vs WI
Richa Ghosh (54) equalled the world record for the fastest fifty in women’s T20Is (18 balls) after Smriti Mandhana‘s (77) fireworks as India registered 217 for 4 in the series-deciding…
Sediqullah Atal Century Helps Afghanistan Crush Zimbabwe In Second ODI
Sediqullah Atal scored his maiden one-day international century as Afghanistan crushed Zimbabwe by 232 runs in Harare on Thursday to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Atal (104)…
On ICC’s India vs Pakistan ‘Neutral Venue’ Step, IPL Chairman Says This
The Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Arun Dhumal has backed the International Cricket Council (ICC) for its decision that India-Pakistan matches, as part of ICC events, will be played at…
India vs Pak CT Match Date Decided Already? Report Claims It’ll Be On…
The much-awaited clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025 will be played on February 23 with Colombo and Dubai front-runners to play host for India’s matches…
Rohit To Follow Ashwin’s Lead And Retire? India Skipper Says “My Body…”
Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma confirmed that he will not be following R Ashwin’s lead and retiring from international cricket during the ongoing Test series against Australia. Rohit has…
“Haven’t Crossed 40 Outside Asia”: Shubman Gill Blasted By Ex-India Star
Team India incurred another top-order collapse in the first innings of the Brisbane Test. Barring KL Rahul, none of the top batters in the team managed to withstand Australian bowlers.…
‘Relaxed But Also Felt Very Bad’: R Ashwin’s Father On His Retirement
Spin legend R Ashwin called time on his international cricket career on Wednesday. The off-spin all-rounder was part of India’s squad for the ongoing five-match Test series against Australia, but…
Ashwin Breaks Silence On Father’s ‘Humiliation Was Going On’ Remark
Ravichandran Ashwin has broken his silence on a big comment made by his father – Ravichandran – a day after the spin great abruptly retired from international cricket. With two…
On Not Being Able To Lead Indian Team, Ashwin’s Honest Admission To NDTV
Just a day after announcing his retirement from international cricket, legendary off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has opened up on not getting the chance to lead the Indian team. Ashwin bid adieu…
Five-year wait didn`t reflect the team we`re: Smriti Mandhana
India stand-in skipper Smriti Mandhana said the five-year wait they had to go through to win a T20I series at home did not “reflect” the team`s capabilities, a fact she…
`Ashwin`s passion for learning never waned till the end`: Muralitharan
The most successful bowler in the history of cricket, Sri Lanka`s Muttiah Muralitharan on Wednesday praised fellow off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin of India who announced his retirement from international cricket, calling…
Once a critic, Pakistan`s Saqlain says world cricket will miss Ashwin
One of the premier off-spinner of his time, Saqlain Mushtaq of Pakistan reacted negatively when Ravichandran Ashwin was drafted into the Indian team as a replacement for Harbhajan Singh. Saqlain…
Bangladesh clinch T20 series after beating WI by 27 runs in second match
Taskin Ahmed took three wickets for 16 runs and three other Bangladesh bowlers picked up two wickets each to lead the visitors to a 27-run victory over the West Indies…
Sanju Samson left out of Kerala`s squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy
Top India batter Sanju Samson has been left out of Kerala`s squad for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy after he failed to participate in the preparatory camp before the tournament,…
Replaying 2024: ICC Title Drought Ends, Jay Shah’s Rise, A Giant Retires
A lot can happen in 12 months, and it did for Indian cricket in 2024. An 11-year ICC title drought ended with the 2024 T20 World Cup title triumph but…
`A cricketer retires when he feels that he`s had enough`: Raman on Ashwin
A cricketer only calls time when he knows that he has had “enough” and something must have snapped within Ravichandran Ashwin when he decided to announce his retirement, former India…
Wankhede at 50: Mumbai’s cricketing jewel gets ready for grandest anniversary
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is set to host grand celebrations as the iconic Wankhede Stadium, the pride of Mumbai, commemorates its 50th anniversary next month. MCA President Shri Ajinkya…
Virat Kohli`s meltdown at Melbourne airport over media intrusion: Report
In the days leading up to the highly anticipated Boxing Day Test, Virat Kohli found himself at the center of a heated confrontation with an Australian journalist at Melbourne Airport.…
“Really Surprised”: Australia Great On Ashwin’s International Retirement
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has lauded recently retired Ravichandran Ashwin’s impact on the game, saying the veteran off-spinner always stood out for his remarkably sharp cricketing brain. Ashwin, 38,…
Hockey Rankings: Indian Men’s Team Ends Year Placed Fifth, Women In Top 10
The Indian men’s hockey team will end the riveting year in fifth place in the FIH world rankings, while the women’s team is placed ninth in the latest update released…
Harry Kane Boost As Bayern Host Leipzig With Title Rivals In Hot Pursuit
Harry Kane is set to return to the Bayern Munich group before the Bundesliga leaders host RB Leipzig on Friday knowing anything but a win could mean they have little…
Ashwin’s Mother In Tears As Star Returns Home After Shock Retirement. Video
Just a day after announcing his shock retirement from international cricket, legendary off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin landed in his hometown, Chennai, on Thursday. On Wednesday, Ashwin made a shocking decision to…
Sportscafe: An Expert View On Sports News In India
Sportscafe.in quickly became one of India’s leading sports websites. Its success comes from a professional approach, smart use of technology, and a focus on what users need. Sportscafe provides trusted…
South Africa vs Pakistan Score Updates 2nd ODI
SA vs PAK Live Score Updates 2nd ODI: Sri Lanka take on Pakistan in the second ODI at the Newlands in Cape Town. Saim Ayub and Salman Ali Agha starred…
R Ashwin lands in Chennai, calls retirement decision a `great sense of relief`
A day after announcing his retirement from international cricket midway into the Test series against Australia, India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin made a quiet early-morning return to the country on Thursday.…
Uncertain future, family insight: Why R Ashwin chose to retire mid-series?
Ravichandran Ashwin’s unexpected decision to retire midway through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. At 38, Ashwin, one of India’s most celebrated cricketers, has chosen…
South Africa vs Pakistan 2nd ODI Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch
South Africa vs Pakistan 2nd ODI Live Streaming: South Africa are all set to host Pakistan in the second ODI of the three-match series on Thursday in Cape Town. The…
“South Africa Have Set Sights On Seeing Itself In WTC Final”: Temba Bavuma
South Africa captain Temba Bavuma stated that his team has firmly set their sights on entering their first-ever World Test Championship Final, to be held at Lord’s in June next…
New Zealander Liam Lawson Replaces Sergio Perez At Red Bull
New Zealander Liam Lawson will race for Red Bull alongside world champion Max Verstappen next season after the decision to drop Sergio Perez, the Formula One team confirmed Thursday. Lawson,…
MCA Unveils Grand Celebrations To Mark 50 Years Of Iconic Wankhede Stadium
A special lunch for the unsung heroes of Mumbai cricket, the groundsmen managing the various cricket fields, a felicitation of all past and present cricketers from the city and a…
Manu’s Olympic Success Becomes Defining Moment For Indian Shooting In 2024
If ever there was proof needed that Manu Bhaker had prodigious talent, she provided it at the Paris Olympics with two bronze medals, scripting history in a year when shooting…
Champions Trophy Venue Out But India Pay Big Price Due To ICC ‘Compromise’
The confusion surrounding the venue of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is over. After months of delay, the International Cricket Council (ICC) finally officially declared the venues for the elite…
MCG hosts epic pre-Test stunt as giant pink ball takes flight; See photos
Excitement is building for the biggest Women`s Test match ever, with a giant pink cricket ball hot air balloon soaring over Melbourne and the MCG this morning, ahead of the…
“Just Frustrating”: Hazlewood On Missing Remaining India vs Australia Tests
Australian seamer Josh Hazelwood expressed his feelings after getting injured during the fourth innings of the third Test at the Gabba against India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, reported…
Ange Postecoglou Says Football Harder Than Being Prime Minister
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou believes the job of a Premier League manager is harder than being Prime Minister, claiming coaches face “an election every weekend and either get voted in…
BCCI Calls Emergent Apex Council Meet To Appoint New Electoral Officer
The BCCI has called an emergent meeting of its Apex Council on Friday to appoint former chief election commissioner Achal Kumar Jyoti as the electoral officer to conduct the polls…
Jasprit Bumrah: The India sling king revelling in Australia
With his `slingshot` delivery and ability to unsettle the world`s best batsmen, India`s Jasprit Bumrah is widely regarded as one of cricket`s greatest fast bowlers. The 31-year-old has defied career-threatening…
Ashwin’s Father’s Shocking Revelation On Son’s Retirement: “Humiliation…”
The plot behind Ravichandran Ashwin‘s international retirement thickens as the India all-rounder returned home from Australia on Thursday. Ashwin, who quickly flew out of Australia after leaving the cricket world…
R Ashwin Was Being “Humiliated”: Father Drops Bomb On Sudden Retirement
The plot behind Ravichandran Ashwin‘s international retirement thickens as the India all-rounder returned home from Australia on Thursday. Ashwin, who quickly flew out of Australia after leaving the cricket world…
Indian Athletics In 2024: Neeraj Shining But Dope Cheats Also Thriving
Gold eluded him and so did the 90m mark but Neeraj Chopra was the undisputed star of Indian athletics for yet another year even as the sport itself continued a…
“Can Kohli Do That?”: Ex-India Star Namedrops Sachin In Massive Advice
Virat Kohli‘s struggles with the bat continued in the third Test match against Australia in Brisbane as the star batter was dismissed cheaply once again. Kohli’s problems with balls outside…
“Ex-Cricketers Write Essays On KL Rahul…”: Reputed Pundit Slams Critics
KL Rahul has been a polarizing person in Indian cricket, who has divided opinion among former cricketers, experts and fans. Be it for his strike rate in T20 cricket or…
“With My Kids…”: Kohli Involved In Heated Exchange At Melbourne Airport
Indian cricket stalwart Virat Kohli was involved in a heated exchange with a few media persons at the airport, after the conclusion of the third Test against Australia in Brisbane.…
Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan Live Score Updates 2nd ODI
ZIM vs AFG Live Score 2nd ODI: Zimbabwe host Afghanistan in the second ODI of their three-match series in Harare on Thursday. The focus will firmly remain on the weather…
“By Letting Ashwin Retire…”: Kohli, Rohit Sent Blunt ‘Selectors’ Message’
Ravichandran Ashwin‘s sudden mid-series retirement shocked the entire cricket world on Wednesday. As India and Australia toiled hard on Day 5 of the Brisbane Test, it was a hug exchanged…
“High Time NCA Updates”: Rohit Irritated Over Shami’s Prolonged Absence
India captain Rohit Sharma on Wednesday said it is high time the NCA provides clarity on Mohammed Shami’s fitness, emphasising that he won’t risk fielding the pacer in the ongoing…
Anjuman declared champs, but Modern English cry foul
Modern English High School’s (Chembur) dream run in the MSSA Harris Shield cricket tournament almost culminated with a title triumph before they found themselves at the wrong end of the…
`Execution as a bowling unit could’ve been better`: Smriti
Having won the first T20I comfortably on Sunday, India Women and Smriti Mandhana faced the wrath of the West Indies Women in the second T20I on Tuesday.The Windies secured a…
`Momentum not in India’s favour after draw`: Cummins
Australia captain Pat Cummins is not bothered if India walked away with momentum from the drawn third Test but is pleased that they did not let the visitors exploit better…
India salvage a draw
To no one’s great surprise, the third Test ended in a predictable stalemate, but not without the attendant drama that is such an integral part of Australia-India cricket. R Ashwin’s…
`Will go to Melbourne with confidence`: Rohit
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma hailed the resilience of the lower-order batters after his team managed to salvage a crucial draw in the rain-hit third Test against Australia here on Wednesday,…
`You always found a way to win`: Cricket icons celebrate R Ashwin`s legacy
Sachin Tendulkar@sachin_rt Ashwin, I’ve always admired how you approached the game with your mind and heart in perfect sync. From perfecting the carrom ball to contributing crucial runs, you always…
Hazlewood out for rest of the series
Australia skipper Pat Cummins has confirmed that fast-bowler Josh Hazlewood will be out of the remainder of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series due to calf injury. Hazlewood hurt his right…
‘Sore’ Head says he’ll be fine for Boxing Day Test
Australia’s man in form, Travis Head, played down concerns over his fitness after appearing to struggle with a potential groin issue during the rain-marred drawn third Test against India at…
Bumrah becomes the leading wicket-taker in 2023-25 cycle
Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah became the leading wicket-taker in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle. The 31-year-old surpassed teammate and veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin during the…
`Tough for next gen to match Ashwin’s feats`: Chauhan
Former India off-spinner Rajesh Chauhan reckoned that it will difficult for the next generation of spinners to achieve what R Ashwin did in his international career, which he bid goodbye…
Lion Warriors Clinch The First Season of MP Prime Table Tennis League
The Prime Table Tennis – Madhya Pradesh (PTT – MP) league wrapped up its thrilling competition on December 15, 2024, with an exciting final showdown between Lion Warriors and King…
Ash talks after he walks away in Brisbane
India’s off-spinning great Ravichandran Ashwin announced his immediate retirement from international cricket following the third Test against Australia in Brisbane on Wednesday. The 38-year-old took 537 wickets in his 106…
‘Surprising indeed’: Harbhajan on R Ashwin`s retirement
Harbhajan Singh, the off-spinner, whose international career’s final phase coincided with the start of Ravichandran Ashwin’s emergence, was as surprised as anyone else with the Tamil Nadu spin great’s retirement…
Ash departs just like his first Test captain Dhoni
A heavy sense of deja vu accompanied R Ashwin’s retirement from international cricket as it reminded the cricket fraternity of the days when MS Dhoni and Anil Kumble, just like…
Sunny Gavaskar criticises timing of R Ashwin`s retirement
Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar didn’t appreciate the timing of R Ashwin’s retirement call on Wednesday, saying the premier off-spinner could have waited for the series against Australia to end as…
R Ashwin retires: Demon at home, fighter abroad
Just like that, without a second glance, R Ashwin rode away into the sunset, calling time on a glorious international career that saw him go where only one other Indian…
Ashwin Contradicts Rohit, Makes Stunning Retirement Revelation In Chennai
There was the mandatory shower of flower petals, lots of smiles and a live band too as Ravichandran Ashwin returned home on Thursday after his shock international retirement in the…
‘Always Been A Bit Of Thorn For Us’: Starc’s Unique Praise For Ashwin
Australia pace bowler Mitchell Starc has paid a glorious tribute to the just-retired India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, saying he has been “a bit of a thorn” for their side in…
Giant Pink Cricket Ball Soars Over MCG Ahead Of Women’s Day-Night Test
Excitement is building for the biggest Women’s Test match ever, with a giant pink cricket ball hot air balloon soaring over Melbourne and the MCG this morning, ahead of the…
Watch: Just-Retired Ravichandran Ashwin Returns To Chennai From Brisbane
A day after announcing his retirement from international cricket midway into the Test series against Australia, India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin made a quiet early-morning return to the country in Chennai…
Anushka Sharma’s Loving Tribute For Retiring Ravichandran Ashwin
The entire cricket fraternity and fans around the world were left shocked after the ace Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin decided to call time on his international career. Ashwin announced his…
Behind R Ashwin’s Shock Retirement, The Role Coach Gambhir Played
The mood in the Indian camp was of absolute content as the players fought hard to pull off a draw against Australia in the Brisbane Test. However, Ravichandran Ashwin‘s sudden…