‘I just want to be me’ – Dhruv Jurel’s humbling response to Dhoni comparisons

During India’s recent 4-1 series win over England, several debutants put up their hand to bail the team out of dire circumstances at different stages across five Tests. One such player was the 23-year-old wicketkeeper batter Dhruv Jurel who made his debut during the third game of the series in Rajkot. The Agra-born cricketer had … Read more

KKR Commenced Training with Ritualistic ‘Puja’ Ahead of IPL 2024 Opener

As the excitement builds up for the commencement of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have kicked off their preparations in earnest. With their opening match against the Sunrisers Hyderabad looming, the franchise has wasted no time in getting down to business, starting their training regime at the iconic … Read more

Sunil Gavaskar Requests BCCI To Increase Ranji Trophy Fees To ‘Emphasise Its Importance’

Sunil Gavaskar, the legendary former India captain, has advocated for a significant increase in remuneration for domestic cricketers, particularly those involved in first-class cricket, urging the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to triple their fees. While commending the BCCI’s recent move to offer incentives to Test cricketers, Gavaskar emphasised the importance of … Read more

Rishabh Pant’s recovery earlier than anticipated, his background in gymnastics played huge role: NCA staff

Rishabh Pant’s mental strength and his background in gymnastics has helped the dashing wicketkeeper-batter to make an early recovery. Fifteen months after Pant was involved in a horrific car accident on the Delhi-Dehradun highway in December 2022, the wicketkeeper-batter received a green signal to play in the IPL, starting March 22. “The mental strength and … Read more

IPL 2024: Returning After 9-Year Hiatus, Mitchell Starc Describes Cash-Rich T20 League As ‘Bit Of A Circus’

Australia pacer Mitchell Starc opened up on returning to the Indian Premier League (IPL) and is prepared for a ‘bit of circus.’ After nearly nine years, Starc is set to make his highly anticipated return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) arena, donning the colours of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the upcoming 2024 … Read more