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Teenage Sensation Lhuan-dre Pretorius Makes History, Breaks 48-Year-Old Test Record

South Africa's Lhuan-dre Pretorius, a 19-year-old debutant, etched his name in Test cricket history by becoming the youngest player to score 150 runs in an innings against Zimbabwe, surpassing Javed Miandad's 48-year-old record. Pretorius's counterattacking 153, along with Dewald Brevis's quickfire 51, helped South Africa recover from a shaky start.

Smriti Mandhana Makes History: First Indian Woman to Score Centuries in All Cricket Formats

Smriti Mandhana made history on Saturday. She became the first Indian woman cricketer to score centuries in all formats. This happened during the T20I against England Women. Mandhana scored 112 runs off 62 balls. India Women posted 210/5, their highest T20I score against England. Her achievement places her among the elite cricketers globally.

Dwayne Bravo: Major League Cricket Focused on Attracting American Fans, Building US Cricket Base

Dwayne Bravo reflects on the growth of Major League Cricket in the US, highlighting improvements in cricket quality, local talent, and international star participation. He emphasizes the importance of engaging American fans, investing in infrastructure, and developing a player pipeline. Bravo expresses optimism about cricket's future in the US, driven by passionate fans, dedicated players, and upcoming global events.

Najmul Hossain Resigns as Bangladesh Test Captain After Sri Lanka Defeat

Najmul made his decision known after the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo

Gujarat Cricket Association to Debut T20 League in 2025-26 Season

GCA secretary confirmed the decision to Cricbuzz and that the board is yet to find a suitable playing window to set the tournament in motion

Steve Smith Eyes Grenada Test Return After Injury Layoff

The veteran batter has started practicing and will join the squad in Barbados by Sunday

Prasidh Krishna Vows to Sharpen Bowling After Headingley Setback: Focus on Economy and Length

After an expensive outing in Leeds, the 29-year-old reflected on the learning curve of Test cricket, and the responsibility that comes with Bumrah's absence

Asia Cup 2025: ACC Aims for September Start as Optimism Surges Amid India-Pakistan Tensions

The recent release of ICC fixtures involving India and Pakistan women's teams in the Women's T20 World Cup points in that direction; a formal decision likely next week

Wimbledon Serves Up India Strategy: Courts Cricket Fans to Expand Reach

Wimbledon is targeting India to grow its brand, tapping into cricket’s popularity and engaging young audiences through collaborations, influencers, and technology. Indian cricketers like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and Rohit Sharma have become key figures in this strategy. With key partnerships, Wimbledon aims to blend tradition with innovation for global appeal.

Nasser Hussain: Shubman Gill's Captaincy Lacks Kohli, Sharma's Aura; India Needs All-Rounder Fix

Following India's defeat in the Leeds Test, former England captain Nasser Hussain critiqued Shubman Gill's captaincy debut, noting a lack of commanding presence compared to Kohli and Sharma. Hussain echoed Ravi Shastri's concerns about India's search for a seam-bowling all-rounder and highlighted issues with slip catching and lower-order batting collapses, which contributed to England's victory.

Former Cricketer Urges India to Drop Thakur, Unleash Yadav in Second Test After England Defeat

Following India's Test defeat against England, Sanjay Manjrekar suggests a bowling lineup change. He wants Kuldeep Yadav to replace Shardul Thakur. Manjrekar highlights the need for quality spinners in the team. He notes that English conditions are now favorable for spin bowling. Manjrekar also expects more tactical awareness from Ravindra Jadeja, especially on pitches offering assistance.

India Hails Axiom-4 Launch: Yuvraj Singh Lauds Shubhanshu Shukla's Space Milestone

India celebrates the successful launch of the Axiom-4 mission, marking its return to human spaceflight after 41 years. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, carries the aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians to the International Space Station. Prime Minister Modi and former cricketer Yuvraj Singh expressed national pride.

Jaiswal's Fielding Under Fire: Old Catch-Dropping Video Resurfaces After Headingley Errors

Despite Yashasvi Jaiswal's century in the Leeds Test, his fielding woes became a talking point after dropping four catches, a first for an Indian in a Test innings. An old video of him missing catches in a previous match resurfaced. However, coach Gautam Gambhir and Jasprit Bumrah defended Jaiswal, citing difficult conditions.

Prithvi Shaw, once hailed as a future star, candidly admits to making poor choices and losing focus on cricket, leading to a decline in his career. After being dropped due to fitness issues and going unsold in the IPL, Shaw seeks a fresh start by leaving the Mumbai Cricket Association to play for Maharashtra.

Rishabh Pant's Blistering Centuries Draw Adam Gilchrist Comparisons, But Spark Coaching Manual Debate

Greg Chappell lauded Rishabh Pant's explosive batting in the recent Test match against England, comparing his game-changing impact to that of former Australian cricketer Adam Gilchrist. Pant's twin centuries at Headingley, a feat matched only by Andy Flower previously, showcased his fearless approach and ability to keep bowlers on their toes.

Chess Prodigy: Nine-Year-Old Aarit Kapil Holds Magnus Carlsen to Draw in Online Tournament

Nine-year-old Aarit Kapil drew against world champion Magnus Carlsen in an online chess tournament, showcasing his impressive skills. While Aarit competed in Georgia, V Pranav secured first place in the 'Early Titled Tuesday' event. Carlsen also achieved a historic 2900 rating in freestyle chess, surpassing his previous classical peak and demonstrating his dominance in the chess world.

Rishabh Pant Hits Career-Best ICC Test Ranking; Bumrah Stays at No. 1

Rishabh Pant's historic twin centuries at Headingley propelled him to seventh in ICC Test rankings, while Ben Duckett's stellar performance secured him eighth position. Shubman Gill climbed to 20th after a century. Jasprit Bumrah remains the top Test bowler. In T20Is, Michael Levitt and Brandon McMullen made significant gains, reflecting the growing competitiveness in international cricket.

Neeraj Chopra Takes Ostrava Title But Remains Critical of Performance

Neeraj Chopra won the Ostrava Golden Spike title at the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold event with a best throw of 85.29m. The Olympic champion expressed dissatisfaction despite the win and recalled watching the event as a child and dreaming of winning.

Gavaskar Calls for Kuldeep Yadav Inclusion in Second Test Amid Bumrah Fitness Concerns

Following India's defeat to England, Sunil Gavaskar suggested that spinner Kuldeep Yadav should replace Shardul Thakur for the Birmingham Test, anticipating favorable conditions for wrist spin. Gavaskar also expressed concerns about the middle order, particularly Sai Sudharsan and Karun Nair after their dismissals.

Shadman Backs Bangladesh Batters After Day 1 Struggles Against Sri Lanka

Shadman defended his team's batters after they finished the opening day on 220/8