Test cricket

Hussain: Gill, Root Hesitant to Bat at No. 3 as Pujara Era Ends

04:05 02/09/2025

Nasser Hussain stated that with Cheteshwar Pujara's retirement, the game has lost a one-of-a-kind old-school batter. He added that Shubman Gill and Joe Root are reluctant to take on the challenging No. 3 position.

Starc explains big retirement call, targets India tour and World Cup in 2027

00:05 02/09/2025

Mitchell Starc retired from T20 internationals, five months before the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. The 35-year-old fast bowler reiterated his commitment to playing Tests and one-dayers for Australia.

Pujara shares message from PM Modi on retirement: Your legacy goes beyond mere numbers

09:05 31/08/2025

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.

How Siraj's advice helped Arshdeep Singh enjoy 'boring' phase before Asia Cup return

09:05 30/08/2025

Arshdeep Singh revealed how Mohammed Siraj supported him during a tough phase on the England tour. His advice helped Arshdeep enjoy difficult moments and stay mentally strong ahead of the Asia Cup.

Wouldn't tell youngsters to focus on just Test cricket: Cheteshwar Pujara

14:05 26/08/2025

Cheteshwar Pujara, speaking to India Today, said Test selections are now increasingly influenced by both red-ball performances and white-ball exploits, urging youngsters to equip themselves to excel across all three formats. The batting great admitted he missed out on IPL deals after being labelled a Test specialist.

'Fresh challenge': Hanuma Vihari joins Tripura after leaving Andhra Pradesh

13:06 26/08/2025

Hanuma Vihari, celebrated for his resilience against Australia in 2021, is set to represent Tripura in all formats for the 2025-26 season, leaving Andhra Pradesh due to perceived favouritism. Vihari aims for consistent performance and fresh opportunities after a Test career of 839 runs and a strong domestic record of over 9,500 first-class runs.

No regrets over last 2 years, proud to have played for India in 100 Tests: Pujara

09:06 26/08/2025

In an exclusive interview, Cheteshwar Pujara said he took the decision to retire a week after contemplating the big call. The Test specialist added that he has no regrets about his career, including the last two years when he was not selected for the senior national team.

Cheteshwar Pujara's defence deserves reels like Virat Kohli's cover drives: R Ashwin

06:06 26/08/2025

Former India off-spinner R Ashwin has called for greater recognition of Cheteshwar Pujara's cricketing achievements. Pujara retired from international cricket on Sunday, bringing the curtains down on a decorated Test career.

No farewell! MS Dhoni, Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh - Cheteshwar Pujara joins list of Indian legends without a goodbye game

10:05 24/08/2025

Cheteshwar Pujara's quiet retirement highlights a common trend in cricket, where legends like MS Dhoni and Virender Sehwag also missed grand farewells. Many Indian cricket stars, including Yuvraj Singh and Zaheer Khan, exited without fanfare due to form, injuries, or team decisions. The future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remains uncertain, raising concerns about potential unceremonious departures.

'Some of my best memories came batting alongside you': Rishabh Pant pays tribute to Cheteshwar Pujara

07:05 24/08/2025

Rishabh Pant honored Cheteshwar Pujara upon his retirement, recalling their vital Test partnerships, notably during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Pant highlighted their memorable stand at Sydney and Pujara's resilient innings at the Gabba, which significantly contributed to India's victories and draws. Pujara concluded his career as a key Test player, amassing 7,195 runs.

Not Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis but this Aussie bowler challenged Rahul Dravid the most

01:06 22/08/2025

Rahul Dravid, the former Indian cricket legend, has identified Glenn McGrath and Muttiah Muralitharan as the most formidable bowlers he encountered throughout his illustrious 16-year international career. Dravid admired McGrath's relentless consistency and ability to challenge his off stump, while he acknowledged Muralitharan's exceptional spin variations and tireless approach as a spinner.

ECB Faces Criticism for Dropping Pataudi Name from India-England Test Trophy

04:05 12/08/2025

Farokh Engineer, a close friend of Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi, criticized the ECB's initial decision to rename the India-England Test series trophy, feeling the subsequent introduction of a winning captain's medal named after the Pataudi family was merely an afterthought.

AB de Villiers Questions India's Bumrah Workload Strategy Amidst England Test Series

04:06 11/08/2025

AB de Villiers has expressed his surprise at reports suggesting Jasprit Bumrah will be rested for some of the ongoing Test series against England. De Villiers questioned the decision, drawing parallels to how South Africa managed Dale Steyn's workload, prioritising his availability for crucial Test matches.

10:05 10/08/2025

Keshav Maharaj achieved a significant milestone, becoming South Africa's highest wicket-taking spinner in Test cricket during the ongoing match against Zimbabwe. He surpassed legends like Paul Adams and Hugh Tayfield, and breached the 200-wicket mark.

ICC Test Rankings: Pant Soars to Career Best, Bumrah Reigns Supreme, Root Still King

21:50 26/06/2025

Rishabh Pant's historic twin centuries at Headingley propelled him to seventh in ICC Test rankings, while Ben Duckett's stellar performance secured him eighth position. Shubman Gill climbed to 20th after a century. Jasprit Bumrah remains the top Test bowler. In T20Is, Michael Levitt and Brandon McMullen made significant gains, reflecting the growing competitiveness in international cricket.

India's Fielding Woes Blamed for First Test Defeat Against England: Former Selector Voices Concerns

21:50 26/06/2025

India faced a defeat against England in the first Test at Headingley. Kiran More emphasized the importance of fielding. He noted dropped catches proved costly. England chased down 371 runs. Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Yashasvi Jaiswal scored centuries in the first innings. More believes the team is in transition. He asks for time and support for the new players.