India batter Ruturaj Gaikwad responded to his recent ODI team snub with a big century in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, setting a new tournament record and proving his form and resilience to fans and selectors alike.

Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan is reportedly planning to marry his long-time girlfriend Sophie Shine in February, sharing happy news for fans of the cricketer and celebrations ahead for friends and family.

England’s Joe Root and Australia’s Travis Head delivered standout batting performances on Day 2 of the fifth Ashes Test, bringing runs and momentum to their respective teams in one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries.

Australia’s batting great Steve Smith has dismissed speculation about his Test retirement, saying he hasn’t set an “end date” for his career as the Ashes series heads to the Sydney Cricket Ground.

MP Shashi Tharoor has raised concerns about the decision by the BCCI and Kolkata Knight Riders to exclude Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from the IPL, asking whether the move unfairly punishes a player, a nation, or a religion.

Former India all-rounder Yograj Singh has praised Arjun Tendulkar’s batting, comparing it to legendary Sachin Tendulkar and claiming he messaged Mumbai Indians to let Arjun open the innings — drawing attention ahead of the IPL season.