Category: Cricket

Star Sports India bagged the BCCI media rights for Rs 6138.1 crore to cover India’s bilateral home series for the period of next five years after the three days of intense bidding war concluded on Thursday. Star Sports India emerged victorious ahead of Sony and Jio (Reliance) in the e-auction of television and digital rights, a first in cricket, from […]

Former Pakistan cricket team captain and hard-hitting batsman, Shahid Afridi has created a furore by slamming India on its policy in Kashmir. “Innocents [are] being shot down by [an] oppressive regime to clamp [down on] voice of self determination & independence,” Afridi tweeted. Afridi also termed the situation “appalling and worrisome”, in the “Indian Occupied Kashmir.” The unorthodox Pakistan batsman […]

Australia coach Darren Lehmann said on Thursday he would step down after this week’s Test match against South Africa, partly because of abuse his family received over the ball-tampering scandal that has rocked the sport. In an emotional media briefing, Mr. Lehmann said his decision was voluntary. “This will be my last Test as head coach of the Australian cricket […]

In the wake of the ball tampering controversy, David Warner, one of three Australians accused, has stepped down as captain of IPL franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad ahead of the 2018 Indian Premier League. The news was confirmed by the franchise via twitter on Wednesday. “In light of recent events, David Warner has stepped down as captain of SunRisers Hyderabad. The new […]

Bangladesh cricket authorities said on Tuesday they were in talks with former South African batsman Gary Kirsten to hire him as a team consultant for an extended period. Bangladesh have been looking for a head coach for the national cricket team since October, after former Sri Lankan opener Chandika Hathurusingha stepped down. But Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) spokesperson Jalal Yunus […]

Newly-appointed Rajasthan Royals skipper Ajinkya Rahane is excited to lead the side in the 11th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) beginning next month. “I am very excited to captain the team that I have always considered as my family. I extend my thanks to the entire management of Rajasthan Royals for having shown the trust in me and […]