For leg-spinners, confidence is not just helpful—it is everything. Their craft lives in risk, deception, and instinct. When the mind wavers, so does the ball.

Appointments should prioritise expertise, not partisan stance

Gujarat won by one run to bounce back from two defeats. Delhi suffered their first loss after two wins.

The latest developments surrounding Bangladesh cricket and the newly formed ad hoc committee of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) raise a familiar, uncomfortable question: will the dream of a politics-free sports arena ever move beyond being a hollow slogan?

The 11-member ad hoc committee of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), led by Tamim Iqbal, on Wednesday announced a significant increase in women cricketers’ domestic match fees, among several key decisions taken at its first official meeting -- held a day after assuming charge following the dissolution of the Aminul Islam Bulbul-led board.

Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu has no plans of drawing curtains to a glorious international career anytime soon.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was hailed as "amazing" and "fearless" after the 15-year-old underlined his rare talent with an audacious display against superstar Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah in the IPL.

“We strongly feel that our first task is to restore the reputation of Bangladesh cricket."

Jaiswal, who hit an unbeaten 77, and fellow left-hander Sooryavanshi, who struck 39 off 14 balls, helped power Rajasthan to 150-3 in a contest reduced to 11-overs-a-side in Guwahati.

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam Bulbul has termed the National Sports Council’s (NSC) decision to dissolve the elected board and install an ad hoc committee as a “constitutional coup”, while categorically denying allegations of irregularities in the October 6, 2025 elections.

Former Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal confirmed on Tuesday that he will contest the upcoming Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) elections, shortly after being appointed president of the board’s adhoc committee.

The National Sports Council (NSC) on Tuesday dissolved the Aminul Islam Bulbul-led Bangladesh Cricket Board's (BCB) elected body, and former national team captain Tamim Iqbal was named president of ad hoc committee.

He was arrested and taken to a local police station where he was charged with mid-range drink driving, ABC and other local media reported.

Former national team captain Tamim Iqbal was named president of ad hoc committee as the National Sports Council on Tuesday dissolved the Aminul Islam-led Bangladesh Cricket Board's elected body.

If the DPL is shelved, both matches of the BCL’s opening round will be held in Sylhet, followed by the second round in Rajshahi and Bogura, and the third in Chattogram and Rajshahi.

From being the centrepiece of first-ever historic achievements to gradually losing its sheen through frequent use -- the open-top bus parade has undergone a noticeable devaluation in Bangladesh.

Kolkata Knight Riders picked up their first point of the IPL following the first no-result of the 2026 tournament after their match against Punjab Kings was abandoned after just 22 deliveries on Monday.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has introduced a spin bowling machine for the first time in the country, aiming to enhance players’ preparation through modern training technology.

In an innings of huge hits, David drew gasps with a monstrous 106m strike that landed on the roof of the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

"I miss the country immensely. I hope to return soon, and it will certainly feel great when that happens."