Dev Chaudhary (Screengrabs) NEW DELHI: The inclusion of little-known cricketer Dev Chaudhary by New Delhi Tigers has raised serious questions over the Delhi Premier League’s player-selection rules and put the Delhi & Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) under scrutiny.New Delhi Tigers are currently last among the eight teams, with just one win from 10 matches. Chaudhary…
Pakistan captain Babar Azam is hopeful of returning for the second Test against England at Lord’s after missing the series opener with a finger injury.He said he is around 90% fit and has already batted in the nets.Pakistan lost the first Test by an innings and need a strong response to stay alive in the…
Every era of sport produces a story that transcends the boundaries of an arena. Sumit Kundu’s life is a masterclass in raw human resilience, a journey defined by devastating loss, sacrifices made at a young age, and an incredible comeback against all odds. The early tragedy and big sacrifice Born in Dhakal village in Jind,…
Ramiz Raja Raises Alarm Over Pakistan Cricket (AP) Pakistan’s struggles are beginning to show beyond the scorecard, with former captain Ramiz Raja warning that the team’s poor performances are costing them something even more valuable, the support of their fans.Pakistan were thrashed by England by an innings and 103 runs in the opening Test at…
India’s Manav Suthar celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of Sri Lanka’s captain Dhananjay de Silva on the fourth day of the second Test cricket match between India and Sri Lanka, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. (PTI Photo) TimesofIndia.com in Colombo: Sonal Dinusha, dark clouds, rain and the close of play. There has been no…
Colombo: Ground staff covers the field amid rain on the fourth day of the second Test cricket match between India and Sri Lanka, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak) Sri Lanka showed some fight on day four of the second Test, but India’s bowlers struck at crucial moments to leave the hosts at 229…
File photo Simon Helmot (L) during an ILT20 match. He will coach the Gulf Giants in the upcoming season. (Image: Creimas) New Gulf Giants head coach Simon Helmot believes smart recruitment and a fearless identity are the keys to returning the inaugural ILT20 champions to title contention. In a conversation with TimesofIndia.com, the Australian coach…
India pacer Arshdeep Singh is hoping his return to first-class cricket can strengthen his case for a Test debut. The 27-year-old, who has played 18 ODIs and 91 T20Is, had not played a red-ball game for nearly a year before featuring in the 2026 Duleep Trophy.Arshdeep played a key role in North Zone’s 52-run win…
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana (Pic credit: ICC) Pakistan’s women’s cricket team have taken an unusual route to prepare for the Women’s Asia Cup, playing full T20 matches against a men’s side during their training camp in Lahore.The matches against the Abdul Qadir Cricket Academy featured both teenage and senior male players.Unlike regular practice sessions, the…
Keshara Nuwantha (AP Photo) Sri Lanka’s Sonal Dinusha continued his impressive form with the bat, scoring his second century in as many Tests against India. However, the 25-year-old’s effort was not enough to prevent India from enforcing the follow-on in the second Test on Wednesday.Sri Lanka were bowled out for 290 after India had declared…
