A couple of months ago, India’s veteran wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik decided to bid the game adieu, retiring from all forms of cricket. But he remains actively involved as a commentator and expert, sharing his views on the game. However, during the latest episode of Cricbuzz video series ‘HeyCB’, Karthik was asked a question that had…
When Mysore Warriors took the field against Namma Shivamogga side in their Maharaja Trophy match, there was a familiar surname in the Mysore team’s lineup — Samit Dravid. Son of India’s batting legend and former coach, Rahul Dravid, Samit made his Maharaja Trophy debut on Thursday, which understandably got the fans excited and it exhibited…
NEW DELHI: BCCI Secretary Jay Shah recently addressed speculation regarding the potential participation of senior Indian cricketers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the upcoming Duleep Trophy. Shah clarified that the board does not deem it necessary for the seasoned duo to participate in the domestic tournament.While acknowledging the significance of the Duleep Trophy as…
Four years ago on Independence Day, MS Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket in a way that was characteristic of the former India captain’s unexpected moves.A post popped up on Dhoni’s Instagram account ahead of the 2020 Indian Premier League season, and it took the Internet by storm. “Thanks – Thanks a lot for…
NEW DELHI: Former England batsman Graham Thorpe died after being struck by a train at Esher railway station, as revealed in an inquest on Tuesday, AFP reported.The 55-year-old, who took his own life, was reported by his wife Amanda in an interview with The Times on Monday.Thorpe suffered “traumatic injuries” in the incident that occurred…
India’s 2012 Olympics bronze medallist in badminton, Saina Nehwal, turned to politics in the twilight of her career and now doubles up as a budding politician and a sporting icon looking to give it back to the sport that made her a super star. Appearing recently on a podcast with Shubhankar Mishra, Saina lamented the…
Recalling the days when he used to open batting for India alongside Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan shared some interesting little anecdotes to showcase his camaraderie with the India captain in a video on the occasion of ‘Friendship Day‘ being celebrated today (August 4).Talking to Star Sports, Dhawan said Rohit was his favourite opening partner. “I…
Rashid Khan keeps moving from one T20 league to another around the globe and the bowling all-rounder from Afghanistan continues to expand the array of his shots, which saw an astonishing ‘helicopter shot‘ on the off-side for a six in a match of ‘The Hundred‘ in England. The helicopter shot — an aerial whip from…
In a candid chat during an interview, the clip of which has gone viral on social media, India’s batting legend Virat Kohli is heard telling the interviewer “mai kabhi ladai nahi karta kisi se (I never fight with anyone)”. The comment understandably is followed by Kohli bursting into laughter, probably because he knew the follow-up…
NEW DELHI: The first ODI between India and Sri Lanka at Colombo ended in a thrilling tie, highlighting India’s vulnerability against quality spin bowling despite a dominant performance from skipper Rohit Sharma.Chasing a modest target of 231, India were propelled by Rohit’s blistering 58 off 47 balls. His innings, studded with powerful strokes and aggressive…
