96-year-old CD Gopinath, India’s oldest-living cricketer, passes away in Chennai | Cricket News

MUMBAI: 96-year-old CD Gopinath passed away in Chennai on Thursday. Hailing from Chennai (formerly Madras), Chingleput Doraikannu (CD) Gopinath, who played eight Tests between 1951–60, was previously India’s oldest living cricketer. Gopinath was the last survivor of India’s first-ever Test win, over England, at Madras in 1952.Following his demise, former India, Mumbai, and Maharashtra wicketkeeper-batter … Read more

Sunil Gavaskar gives huge Cameron Green verdict: ‘If he’s not going to bowl …’ | Cricket News

Cameron Green and Sunil Gavaskar (PTI Photos) NEW DELHI: Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has raised concerns over Kolkata Knight Riders’ team balance in IPL 2026, especially due to Cameron Green’s limited role. Bought as a key all-rounder, Green hasn’t bowled in the first two matches, affecting the side’s overall combination and flexibility.Gavaskar suggested that … Read more

Fast-track to Team India? Calls for Sooryavanshi’s senior debut grow; Ashwin defers | Cricket News

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Pic credit: IPL) NEW DELHI: A growing chorus of former cricketers is calling for teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to be fast-tracked into India’s T20 setup after his latest IPL heroics, even as voices of caution warn against rushing his rise.The 15-year-old lit up the Indian Premier League with a stunning 52 off 17 … Read more

Ipl: ‘Return as captain’: Virat Kohli urged to rethink Test retirement | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: Star batter Virat Kohli proved he’s still at the top of his game with a brilliant unbeaten 69 in IPL 2026, helping Royal Challengers Bengaluru chase down 202 against Sunrisers Hyderabad with ease. His performance impressed many, especially Ambati Rayudu, who believes Kohli is far from retiring and still has plenty of cricket … Read more

Hardik Pandya wins hearts with promise kept, rewards Wankhede groundstaff | Cricket News

Hardik Pandya with MCA groundsmen NEW DELHI: Team India all-rounder and Mumbai Indians Hardik Pandya once again showed that his impact goes beyond cricket, winning hearts with a thoughtful gesture off the field. During his preparation for the T20 World Cup, Pandya spent long nights training at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, often practicing till almost midnight. … Read more

‘Biwi ki suno sirf toh …’: Newlywed Kuldeep Yadav makes honest admission at TOISA 2025 | Cricket News

Kuldeep Yadav and his wife Vanshika (File Photo) LUCKNOW: Team India spinner Kuldeep Yadav added a touch of humor to a celebratory evening at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2025, offering a candid glimpse into his newly married life while being honored for his performances.The Uttar Pradesh spinner, who was among several athletes … Read more

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan likely to lead SRH | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: Team India’s left-handed batter Ishan Kishan is the frontrunner to lead Sunrisers Hyderabad in the upcoming IPL 2026 season, as there is yet no clarity on when Pat Cummins will link up with the squad. TimesofIndia.com reliably understands that the SRH management has had a discussion in this regard, and Kishan has been … Read more

Big revelation! ‘MS Dhoni never said drop Yuvraj Singh’: Former selector breaks silence | Cricket News

MS Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh (Reuters Photo) For years, Yograj Singh, the father of Yuvraj Singh, has publicly blamed former India captain MS Dhoni for his son being dropped from the national team. However, former India cricketer Sandeep Patil has now addressed the issue and shared his version of events.Patil served as the chairman of … Read more

Suryakumar Yadav sets LA 2028 target after India’s historic T20 World Cup win: ‘Next stop Olympic gold’ | Cricket News

India’s Hardik Pandya, center, captain Suryakumar Yadav, left, and Ishan Kishan pose with the trophy. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Fresh from guiding India to a historic T20 World Cup triumph at home, captain Suryakumar Yadav has already set his sights on the next major milestone — Olympic gold at the 2028 Summer Olympics.Go Beyond The … Read more

Sunil Gavaskar hails India’s clutch hero Sanju Samson: ‘These games will define his career’ | Cricket News

Sanju Samson and Kuldeep Yadav with the T20 World Cup trophy. (Pic credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar believes life has “come full circle” for Sanju Samson after the wicketkeeper-batsman scripted one of the most remarkable turnarounds in Indian cricket during the team’s historic ICC Men’s T20 World Cup triumph.Go Beyond The Boundary … Read more