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BCCI dismisses reports of Rohit Sharma’s retirement after Lord’s ODI

The BCCI has dismissed reports claiming Sunday’s third ODI against England at Lord’s could be Rohit Sharma’s final appearance for India, insisting there has been no discussion about the veteran opener retiring after the series. The clarification comes after widespread speculation surrounding Rohit’s future, with reports suggesting the senior selection committee had decided to move […]

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Have All-Rounders Become India’s Selection Blind Spot?

India’s latest batting collapse against England in the second ODI has once again put Gautam Gambhir’s selection philosophy under scrutiny. Across formats, the head coach has consistently backed all-rounder-heavy XIs, believing they provide greater batting depth and more bowling options.  But recent defeats have reignited an important debate: has India sacrificed team balance in its

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Reports: BCCI to move on from Rohit Sharma after England ODI series

Rohit Sharma’s future in international cricket has once again come under the spotlight, with reports suggesting Sunday’s third ODI against England at Lord’s could be his final appearance in Indian colours. According to The Indian Express, the BCCI’s senior selection committee has informed Rohit that he does not feature in India’s plans beyond the ongoing

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Netherlands’ batter questions ICC’s new World Cup formats for 2027 and 2028

Netherlands opener Max O’Dowd has criticised the ICC’s revamped formats for the 2027 ODI World Cup and the 2028 T20 World Cup, arguing that the governing body’s latest changes make the qualification pathway even more difficult for Associate nations. The criticism came shortly after the ICC confirmed changes to the structure of its global events

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Washington Freedom break Punjab Kings’ T20 chase record in 536-run thriller

In a staggering Major League Cricket Eliminator in Oakland, Washington Freedom chased down 267 against MI New York to register the highest successful run chase in men’s T20 history, surpassing Punjab Kings’ famous chase of 262 against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026. It took just two months for one of T20 cricket’s most remarkable

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What’s behind England’s recurring ODI batting collapses?

England’s batting was once the benchmark in one-day cricket. Their aggressive approach transformed the format, powered them to the 2019 World Cup title and inspired teams across the world to rethink how ODI innings should be constructed. That philosophy remains largely unchanged, but over the last three years, another trend has begun to define England’s

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ICC confirms new 2027 ODI World Cup format with extra qualification stage

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially confirmed a revamped format for the 2027 Men’s ODI World Cup, introducing an additional qualification stage before the main tournament while retaining the 14-team competition announced in 2021. The tournament, which will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, will now begin with a Super Series

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How Washington Sundar keeps fitting into every role for India

It is due to his versatility For most all-rounders, versatility is an added advantage. For Washington Sundar, it has become his biggest strength. Over the years, India has used him in almost every role imaginable. He has opened the bowling in T20Is, operated through the middle overs in ODIs, batted as a finisher in white-ball

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After leading RCB, Smriti Mandhana is ready for India’s captaincy

Smriti Mandhana has long been one of India’s biggest batting pillars. Over the last few years, she has also added another dimension to her game by leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Women’s Premier League. Now, the Indian vice-captain believes she is ready for the next challenge. Asked whether she sees herself taking over the

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Can Rohit and Kohli silence the World Cup debate in England?

The return of ODI cricket brings familiar faces back into the spotlight, but this England series feels different for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. With the 2027 World Cup drawing closer, every ODI is now viewed through that prism. Reports that the Indian team management is considering a rotation policy to build bench strength have

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