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Smriti Mandhana has reclaimed the top spot in the ICC ODI rankings for women batters after her half-century against Australia. This achievement comes before the Women's Cricket World Cup. Several other players from both India and Australia have also seen improvements in their rankings following the recent ODI match, including bowlers Kim Garth and Alana King.

The Pakistan Cricket Board has formally complained to the ICC regarding missing handshakes during the Asia Cup clash with India, demanding the removal of the Match Referee. The PCB alleges violations of the ICC Code of Conduct and MCC Laws, claiming the referee instructed their captain to avoid shaking hands.

The BCCI has announced the India A squads for the upcoming three-match one-day series against Australia A in Kanpur. Rajat Patidar will lead in the first match, while Tilak Varma will captain the subsequent games. The squads feature young talents from domestic cricket and the IPL, with Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana joining for the final two matches.

The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh is set to host its inaugural international matches, with the Indian women's cricket team facing Australia in two ODIs on September 14 and 17. Despite concerns over recent heavy rainfall, the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) assures that the stadium's drainage system is fully equipped.

Sourav Ganguly may face pressure in his first SA20 coaching stint, but legendary Allan Donald believes his "fantastic cricket brain" will help him navigate the tough moments.

Shubman Gill credits Virat Kohli's passion and hunger for shaping his cricketing approach, emphasizing that drive surpasses talent. Gill also draws inspiration from Stoicism to manage pressure, focusing on sincere effort over recognition. He blends Kohli's intensity with philosophical principles, guiding his career alongside his love for music and routines.

Sachin Tendulkar has dismissed rumours linking him to the BCCI president role. His management confirmed no nomination has been made ahead of the 28 September elections.

The Duleep Trophy final features South Zone versus Central Zone. Star players are absent due to other commitments. This provides an opportunity for young talents to shine. Andre Siddarth and R Smaran are key players for South. Rajat Patidar and Danish Malewar are crucial for Central. The match is at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.

The Asia Cup 2025 began with a funny incident in Dubai as Suryakumar Yadav's toss confusion briefly overshadowed the start. After winning the toss, Suryakumar's delay in communicating the decision to UAE's captain led to a lighthearted moment. India chose to bowl first on a fresh pitch, while both teams revealed their playing XIs, ready to compete.

Gautam Gambhir's greatest strength as a coach lies beyond tactics — it's his unwavering faith in players. From Harshit Rana to Sanju Samson and Varun Chakravarthy, he backs them when they doubt themselves, turning belief into performance.

Dinesh Karthik recalls MS Dhoni’s breakthrough during an ‘A’ series in Kenya, where his explosive power-hitting drew comparisons to Gary Sobers. With Rahul Dravid stepping back from wicketkeeping, Karthik briefly filled in before Dhoni took charge. “The lead role was always meant for him,” Karthik said, describing how Dhoni’s arrival quickly swept Indian cricket off its feet.

Rishabh Pant recently shared a nostalgic Instagram post, reminiscing about childhood haircuts under a tree, inviting fans to share similar memories. This light-hearted moment follows a demanding series where Pant showcased resilience, scoring 479 runs, including two centuries, despite an injury during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

US Open 2025: Former India captain MS Dhoni was spotted with his friends at the Arthur Ashe Stadium during Novak Djokovic's quarterfinal win over Taylor Fritz. Dhoni rocked a denim-on-denim look for the big-ticket match in New York.

Former Australia wicketkeeper Brad Haddin has responded to Sunil Gavaskar after the former Indian great criticised overseas cricketers for commenting on Indian cricket matters.

Indian cricketers including Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma have successfully cleared the pre-season fitness test at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.

Cheteshwar Pujara announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on August 24. PM Narendra Modi praised his calm temperament and key role in India's historic Test wins overseas.

Sunil Gavaskar strongly criticised AB de Villiers for questioning Shreyas Iyer's Asia Cup omission, asserting that foreign players should not interfere in Indian cricket matters. Gavaskar emphasised that Indian cricketers refrain from commenting on other nations' selections and accused the Indian media of seeking validation from overseas opinions, reigniting the debate over external influence in Indian cricket.

Indian cricket fans expressed disappointment as the Duleep Trophy, a premier domestic tournament featuring stars like Mohammed Shami and Kuldeep Yadav, lacked live streaming. This edition marks a return to the zonal format and serves as a trial for the 'serious injury replacement substitute' rule.

The Royal Premier League kicked off in Pulwama as Royal Goodwill defeated Sultan Springs Baramulla in a thrilling opener, with thousands of fans celebrating the start of Kashmir's biggest local cricketing platform.

Sachin Tendulkar recently engaged with fans on Reddit, reminiscing about his prediction of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma carrying his legacy. He acknowledged their contributions to Indian cricket and highlighted the promising future with emerging talents. Kohli and Rohit, now focused on ODIs, are set to play a crucial series against Australia in October, bridging experience with the next generation.