Rashid Khan takes bold stand, escalates protest against Pakistan | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rashid Khan takes bold stand, escalates protest against Pakistan | Cricket News – The Times of India

Afghanistan’s captain Rashid Khan (AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan, File) Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan has removed Lahore Qalandars from his social media bio, following his country’s decision to withdraw from the upcoming tri-nation T20I series in Pakistan. The withdrawal comes in protest against recent Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan, which reportedly killed eight civilians, including three young cricketers….

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Kane Williamson joins Lucknow Super Giants, welcomed by owner Sanjiv Goenka ahead of IPL 2026 | Cricket News – The Times of India

Kane Williamson joins Lucknow Super Giants, welcomed by owner Sanjiv Goenka ahead of IPL 2026 | Cricket News – The Times of India

Sanjiv Goenka and Kane Williamson (X) Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka announced that former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has joined the franchise as their new Strategic Advisor ahead of IPL 2026. The franchise, which finished seventh in the 2025 season, will be looking to rebuild after a disappointing campaign despite boasting some of…

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‘Leave Gujarat Titans, join CSK’: Fan’s message to Sai Sudharsan after viral burger clip – WATCH | Cricket News – The Times of India

‘Leave Gujarat Titans, join CSK’: Fan’s message to Sai Sudharsan after viral burger clip – WATCH | Cricket News – The Times of India

With the IPL 2026 Auction fast approaching, conversations around player retentions and possible trades are gaining momentum — and unexpectedly, Sai Sudharsan’s name has become the talk of the cricketing circles. (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: With the IPL 2026 Auction fast approaching, conversations around player retentions and possible trades are gaining momentum — and…

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‘Stop the memes, respect the decision’: Mohammed Shami backs Shubman Gill as India’s new ODI captain | Cricket News – The Times of India

‘Stop the memes, respect the decision’: Mohammed Shami backs Shubman Gill as India’s new ODI captain | Cricket News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Veteran India pacer Mohammed Shami has thrown his full support behind Shubman Gill’s appointment as India’s new ODI captain, urging fans to stop the online criticism and memes surrounding the change in leadership. The BCCI’s bold move to replace Rohit Sharma with Gill, 26, marks a generational shift aimed at building a team…

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‘MS Dhoni used to leave his phone in his hotel room and come for games’ | Cricket News – The Times of India

‘MS Dhoni used to leave his phone in his hotel room and come for games’ | Cricket News – The Times of India

MS Dhoni (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) MS Dhoni‘s aversion to phones has been highlighted once again by another former teammate. His detachment from social media continues to be a talking point in cricket circles. The Indian Premier League’s ever-changing landscape contrasts sharply with MS Dhoni’s consistent leadership approach. His fundamental principles focus on sticking to basics,…

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Cues from Ahmedabad nets: Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna let it rip; Injury blow for India? | Cricket News – The Times of India

Cues from Ahmedabad nets: Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna let it rip; Injury blow for India? | Cricket News – The Times of India

India’s captain Shubman Gill, right, and Mohammed Siraj warm up during a practice session ahead of the first Test cricket match against West Indies at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, India. AP/PTI(AP09_30_2025_000232A) Ahmedabad: The distance between the Oval in London and the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is roughly 6,853 km, and Tuesday was not…

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Inside story of Shubman Gill’s Test redemption: Three phone calls, shedding ego and a lot of data | Cricket News – The Times of India

Inside story of Shubman Gill’s Test redemption: Three phone calls, shedding ego and a lot of data | Cricket News – The Times of India

Shubman Gill of India (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) New Delhi: A month before the official announcement, Shubman Gill was told that he was going to be India’s next Test captain. In a meeting with coach Gautam Gambhir, chief selector Ajit Agarkar, and a top cricket administrator, he was informed that he would lead India…

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Asia Cup: ‘They have caused an issue by bringing Shubman Gill into T20’ – Ex India star drops bombshell | Cricket News – The Times of India

Asia Cup: ‘They have caused an issue by bringing Shubman Gill into T20’ – Ex India star drops bombshell | Cricket News – The Times of India

Shubman Gill of India (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images) Former India batter Robin Uthappa believes that star power played a key role in the selection of Shubman Gill for the upcoming T20I Asia Cup and his appointment as vice-captain for the tournament. This will be Gill’s first appearance in T20 internationals since India toured Sri…

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