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IPL reportedly lifts saliva ban after captains' approval

The T20 competition barred the practice after it was banned by the International Cricket Council (ICC) as a precautionary measure during the pandemic.

IPL 2025: Cummins stands out in captains’ photoshoot

Amidst the familiar faces of Indian captains, Pat Cummins stood out as the only overseas leader in IPL 2025.

Victorious India team gets $6.7 million bonus for Champions Trophy win

The BCCI, the world's richest cricket board, announced an additional 580 million rupees for the players, support staff and members of the selection committee for their latest success in an International Cricket Council (ICC) tournament.

Kapil calls for balanced approach to players’ families on tours

The discussion gained momentum following India’s 1-3 Test series loss to Australia, after which the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) introduced new regulations on family stays during extended tours. 

Kohli emphasises the vital role of family on tours

The pressures of the sport, combined with the relentless scrutiny of the public eye, make the game mentally and emotionally exhausting. For Virat Kohli, the key to maintaining his equilibrium is family.

BCCI backs Rohit Sharma after Congress member calls him 'fat'

India's cricket board defended its World-Cup-winning captain Rohit Sharma on Monday after comments about his lack of fitness from a spokesperson for the Congress, the country's main opposition party.

Rohit among top stars to flop on domestic return

India's Test series defeat in Australia earlier this month prompted the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to issue new guidelines to promote "discipline" in the senior men's set-up.

BCCI to not print ‘Pakistan’ on India jersey in Champions Trophy: Reports

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have decided to not print the name ‘Pakistan’ in the Indian team jerseys for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, according to media reports from India and Pakistan.

BCCI issues curb on family time for players on tour

India's cricket board has capped the amount of time players can spend with their families on tour after a string of Test defeats including a 3-1 drubbing in Australia this month.

November 13, 2024
November 13, 2024

Politics vs cricket leaves Champions Trophy up in the air

The Champions Trophy is slated to be played across three venues -- Lahore, Rawalpindi and Karachi -- from February 19 to March 9 next year.

November 9, 2024
November 9, 2024

Pakistan says no to hybrid model for Champions Trophy

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi asserted that his board are 'not prepared to accept a hybrid model' for the upcoming Champions Trophy in February next year and that the PCB are preparing to host the entirety of the tournament in Pakistan.

September 12, 2024
September 12, 2024

BCB received security assurance from Jay Shah: Faruque

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Faruque Ahmed said he has received assurance regarding the security of the Bangladesh team for the upcoming India tour from BCCI secretary Jay Shah.

August 14, 2024
August 14, 2024

India names Morne Morkel as new bowling coach

India has appointed former South Africa Test fast bowler Morne Morkel as its bowling coach, the country's cricket board said Wednesday.

August 1, 2024
August 1, 2024

Gaekwad, former India batter and coach, dies at 71

The Mumbai-born cricketer played 40 Tests and 15 ODIs for India between 1975 and 1987, before becoming a selector, and later, the coach of the national team. Gaekwad was the coach of the Indian team that finished runners-up at the 2000 ICC Champions Trophy.

July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024

Gautam Gambhir appointed as India head coach

"It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Mr Gautam Gambhir as the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team," Jay Shah, secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said in a statement.

July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024

BCCI announces $15 million World Cup team prize

India's World Cup-winning cricket team will share prize money of nearly $15 million, the national cricket board said Sunday, as a reward for their "talent, determination, and sportsmanship".

June 4, 2024
June 4, 2024

'T20 World Cup will be my last one': Dravid confirms India team departure

At a press conference ahead of India's first game against Ireland in New York, Dravid stated he will not reapply for the role, with the BCCI advertising the role from last month.

June 3, 2024
June 3, 2024

I would love to coach the Indian team: Gambhir

"How can I help India win the World Cup - I think it's not me that will help India win the World Cup, it is 140 crore Indians that will help India win the World Cup," Gambhir said.

May 22, 2024
May 22, 2024

Gambhir is the best candidate for India’s head coach role: Akram

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for the next India head coach as Rahul Dravid's tenure will end after the 2024 T20 World Cup.