Afghanistan’s cricket sensation Rashid Khan revealed the stark reality of his fame, sharing that he requires a bulletproof car for safety in Kabul and cannot walk freely on the streets. This sobering truth highlights the constant danger he navigates, a stark contrast to the typical life of a global sporting icon. For most global sporting…
England’s Ben Stokes, centre, celebrates with teammates (AP Photo/James Elsby) England managing director Rob Key has said the board will examine claims that players drank excessively during a mid-series break in Queensland, following reports that the trip resembled a “stag-do” during the Ashes. After heavy defeats in the opening two Tests in Perth and Brisbane,…
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma (PTI Photo) The Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 promises to be far more than a routine domestic one-day tournament, with the charismatic presence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma lending unprecedented gravitas to the competition that begins on Wednesday, December 24. For the first time in years, India’s biggest stars will…
Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins of Australia (Getty Images) Australia have left out Test captain Pat Cummins for the remainder of the Ashes series, opting to put the fast bowler “on ice” after sealing the urn, with coach Andrew McDonald adamant the decision is about protecting his long-term future.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube…
England head coach Brendon McCullum (AP Photo) England head coach Brendon McCullum has admitted that his future is no longer in his own hands after a disastrous Ashes campaign that saw England surrender the urn 3-0 inside the first three Tests, triggering intense scrutiny of leadership, culture and direction.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube…
Adil Rashid of Sharjah Warriorz Sharjah Warriorz kept their playoff hopes alive with a nerve-jangling four-wicket win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Monday. The victory lifted the Warriorz to six points and ensured a tight scramble for the remaining playoff spots ILT20 Season 4.The Knight Riders were rocked early…
Cooper Connolly (Getty Images) MUMBAI: Heading into the IPL 2026 auction, Punjab Kings were seeking a replacement for Australian allrounder Glenn Maxwell, who chose to sit out the season. PBKS eventually signed 22-year-old Cooper Connolly for Rs 3 crore, viewing him both as a potential Maxwell-type option and a long-term investment.Go Beyond The Boundary with…
Krishnappa Gowtham on Monday announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. (PTI Photo) BENGALURU: Unapologetically honest and flamboyant, a man who wore his emotions on his sleeve, Krishnappa Gowtham was never one to blend into the background. For Karnataka, he was more than just an all-rounder. He was a cricketer who carried the team…
India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur with teammate Jemimah Rodrigues. (PTI Photo) VIZAG: The first women’s T20I between India and Sri Lanka at the ACA-VDCA Cricket stadium on Sunday highlighted the gulf between the two teams. India stamped their authority with a dominating eight-wicket victory to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. But there is…
As the Test & ODI captain comes to terms with his recent axing from the World Cup squad, questions swirl around whether it was really necessary to induct him in an already-strong lineup. Perhaps, the whole unsavoury saga could have been avoided…Five months ago, the world was a beautiful place for Shubman Gill. All that…
