Cricket Untold
Henry Olonga, the former Zimbabwean fast bowler once known for his on-field rivalry with cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar, has experienced a dramatic shift in his life, transitioning from international cricket to working odd jobs, including cleaning boats, and pursuing a career in music.Olonga’s cricketing career, which saw him as Zimbabwe’s first black Test cricketer, took…
Mumbai: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today announced India’s Senior Men’s squad for the upcoming five-match Test series against England, set to commence on June 20. In a significant transition, Shubman Gill has been named the new Test captain, with Rishabh Pant appointed as his deputy. This marks a new chapter…
In a significant move signaling a generational shift, young batting prodigy Shubman Gill has been appointed as India’s new Test captain, notably ahead of pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. The decision, announced today, will see Gill take the reins for the upcoming five-match Test series against England, commencing in June 2025, with Rishabh Pant as his…
Ravindra Jadeja has shattered a record by achieving the longest reign as the No. 1 Test all-rounder in ICC history. Ravindra Jadeja has held the top position in the ICC Men’s Test all-rounder rankings for an unprecedented 1,151 consecutive days. He first reached the summit on March 9, 2022, and has maintained his position ever…
In a move that has sent shockwaves across the cricketing world, Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket on Monday, May 12, 2025. The 36-year-old icon, who captained India to unprecedented heights in the longest format, shared the news via a heartfelt social media post, stating, “It’s been 14 years since…
In a significant development for South African cricket, Shukri Conrad, the current Test coach, has been appointed as the head coach for all formats of the men’s national team. This decision, announced by Cricket South Africa (CSA) on Friday, May 9, 2025, marks a new era under the leadership of the experienced 58-year-old coach. Conrad,…
After a week-long suspension due to escalating geopolitical tensions, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to resume on May 17th. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the revised schedule, confirming that the remaining matches will be held across six venues, culminating in the final on June 3rd. The unexpected…
As two pillars of Indian Test cricket, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, step away from the game, the question of who will fill their shoes is paramount. Their contributions in terms of runs, experience, and leadership have been immense, leaving a significant void in the Test squad. Several potential candidates are being discussed to take…
Despite a fiery and economical spell from their Pace spearhead, Jasprit Bumrah, the Mumbai Indians succumbed to a heart-breaking 3-wicket defeat against the Gujarat Titans in a rain-affected thriller at the Wankhede Stadium yesterday. Bumrah’s exceptional performance, where he picked up two crucial wickets for just 19 runs in his four overs, almost single-handedly dragged…
In a move that has reverberated across the cricketing world, Rohit Sharma has announced his retirement from Test cricket with immediate effect on today. The 38-year-old confirmed his decision via an emotional post on Instagram, bringing an end to a distinguished career in the longest format of the game that spanned over a decade. Sharma’s…