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Rinku Singh

'I'm his big fan, but not because of those 5 sixes...': Ex-BCCI selector's enormous 'Team India' remark for Rinku

The former Team India selector spoke in detail about Rinku Singh's performances, and also namedropped two emerging youngsters in the league.

Hardik Pandya missed the direct hit on the last ball from a close range as MI lost the match against GT.

Deepak Chahar lacks presence of mind, Hardik Pandya misses easy throw as GT hold nerves on last ball to edge past MI

Gujarat Titans clinched a thrilling last-ball victory against Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium. Rahul Tewatia and Gerald Coetzee guided the chase, with Hardik Pandya and Deepak Chahar's errors helping Titans secure a crucial win.

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir with captain Rohit Sharma during practice session

Gautam Gambhir accuses ‘experts’ of peddling Rohit Sharma 'rift' rumours in fiery rant: ‘Tell me, who are these people?’

Gautam Gambhir didn't mince his words as he spoke about his relationship with Indian captain Rohit Sharma.

File photo of Shubman Gill arguing with umpire vs SRH

Shubman Gill refuses to bat in rain, argues with umpire after backing away from Jasprit Bumrah, MI pacer not amused

Shubman Gill argued with umpires over rain during an IPL match, initially refusing to bat. Despite his protests, play continued. After a rain interruption and dramatic final over, Gujarat Titans won by three wickets through the DLS method.

Gautam Gambhir refused to confirm Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for the upcoming England tour

Gautam Gambhir refuses to confirm Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for England tour: 'I'm not selector, there are 5 others…'

Gautam Gambhir declines to confirm Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's selection for England tour, emphasizing that selectors, not coaches, determine team composition. He believes performance matters more than age, supporting their potential 2027 World Cup participation.

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya registers unwanted record with 11-ball over against GT

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya registers unwanted record with 11-ball over against GT

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya had a challenging outing against Gujarat Titans, bowling an over that saw 11 deliveries?two no-balls and three wides?conceding 18 runs, tying for the most deliveries in an IPL over. Additionally, he struggled with the bat, scoring just 1 run as MI posted 155/8, with Corbin Bosch's late surge providing some relief.

Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma in action

Rohit Sharma's Achilles heel against left-arm pace in T20 powerplay exposed against GT

Mumbai Indians' opener Rohit Sharma struggled against left-arm pace, scoring only 7 runs against Gujarat Titans in the IPL. His poor performance continues a trend in 2023, where he averages just 7.65 after 35 innings. Despite efforts from other players, MI ultimately managed only 155/8, falling short in the match.

Gautam Gambhir fires back at Sunil Gavaskar over his Champions Trophy prize money comment.

Gautam Gambhir lands punches on Sunil Gavaskar: 'Sitting in commentary for 25 years and questioning everything I did...'

Gautam Gambhir defended his coaching role, criticizing Sunil Gavaskar's comments about prize money. He emphasized his commitment to Indian cricket, dismissing commentary criticisms and focusing on inspiring young fans, while highlighting his national pride and dedication.

Gujarat Titans' Kagiso Rabada (R) celebrates with teammates

Kagiso Rabada not picked in Gujarat Titans XI vs Mumbai Indians despite serving drug ban, Shubman Gill reveals why

Kagiso Rabada, cleared after drug ban, wasn't picked in Gujarat Titans' XI against Mumbai Indians. Captain Shubman Gill said Rabada needs more practice sessions to regain form, despite being back in the squad.

Virat Kohli has scored 8509 runs in 236 matches for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in his IPL career. (PTI)

Stepped down as skipper because I needed to be happy: Kohli

Virat Kohli discusses stepping down from captaincy due to immense pressure, emphasizing personal happiness. He reflects on his T20 journey, evolving gameplay, and World Cup performance, highlighting mental resilience and focusing on enjoying cricket without constant judgment.

KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane and vice captain Venkatesh Iyer pose with the IPL trophy. (PTI)

IPL’s growing popularity increases threat to Test cricket

The IPL's rise threatens Test cricket as players and fans increasingly prefer T20's shorter, more lucrative format. While traditionalists argue for preserving Test cricket's nuanced skills, commercial realities and audience preferences are shifting dramatically towards quick, exciting matches.

Sri Lankan batters Harshitha and Nilakshika soar in ICC Women's ODI Rankings

Sri Lankan batters Harshitha and Nilakshika soar in ICC Women's ODI Rankings

The ICC's latest Women's ODI Rankings show significant improvements for Sri Lankan players Harshitha Samarawickrama and Nilakshika Silva, following their strong performances in the ongoing tri-series. Samarawickrama rose to 18th and Silva to 25th after contributing to Sri Lanka's historic victory over India. South African captain Laura Wolvaardt remains the top ODI batter, while other players also saw notable ranking changes.

Virat Kohli opens up on the 2019 World Cup heartbreak

Virat Kohli opens old wounds, breaks silence on 2019 World Cup heartbreak: ‘You wake up, have no understanding of what…’

Virat Kohli reflects on India's 2019 World Cup semi-final loss to New Zealand, describing the emotional aftermath as disorienting. Rain and early morning conditions disrupted India's momentum, leading to a heartbreaking exit after dominating the group stage.

KL Rahul has failed to fire in the last few matches.

'KL Rahul has gone off the boil. You lost faith in…': Delhi Capitals batters thrashed in brutal assessment

Delhi Capitals struggle in playoffs race with poor batting performance. KL Rahul, Jake Fraser-McGurk, and Faf du Plessis fail to deliver. Despite Tristan Stubbs and Ashutosh Sharma's rescue, team remains fifth with 13 points.

Virat Kohli played his first international game against Pakistan in 2009

Virat Kohli feared his career was over after dismissal to Afridi in Pakistan defeat: ‘This is it. I just messed it up’

Virat Kohli recounts his first India-Pakistan match in 2009, where he was dismissed for 16 runs. Fearing his career was over, he spent the night doubting himself. Now, he has scored 778 runs in ODIs and 492 runs in T20Is against Pakistan.

The T20 Mumbai League 2025, featuring eight teams, will be held at the Wankhede Stadium from May 26 to June 8.

T20 Mumbai League 2025 Auction: Ayush Mhatre, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Tanush Kotian to go under hammer

The T20 Mumbai League prepares for its Season 3 auction, featuring around 280 players, including rising stars like 17-year-old Ayush Mhatre. The league, held from May 26 to June 8, will showcase a mix of emerging talent and seasoned players. Teams must strategically build their rosters, adhering to specific player category requirements and budget constraints.

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