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India vs Australia Highlights 3rd Test, Day 2: Nathan Lyon scalps 8, IND all-out for 163 as AUS need 76 to win
Rohit's Team India will heavily rely on the spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in the remainder of the Indore Test. Follow the live updates of the ongoing 3rd Test between India and Australia from Indore.

Virat Kohli wants to retire from Test cricket before England tour; BCCI urges him to change his mind
Virat Kohli could be next to take retirement from Test cricket after Rohit Sharma, unless the BCCI manages to convince him to change his mind, as per a report.

ECB offers to 'help' BCCI host remaining IPL 2025 matches as England players fly back home amid Indo-Pak tensions
The ECB has expressed its desire to host the remaining matches of IPL 2025, should BCCI decide to relocate the tournament.

‘Rohit Sharma’s days as Test opener were over…’: Manjrekar minces no words in brutal take on star batter's retirement
Rohit Sharma announced his Test retirement ahead of England tour, ending a career with 4,301 runs in 67 matches. Manjrekar criticized his recent poor form, averaging 10.9 in last 15 innings. BCCI confirmed it was Rohit's personal decision.

Goa move off for Yashasvi Jaiswal, wishes to play for Mumbai
Yashasvi Jaiswal wants to return to Mumbai's cricket team after seeking a Goa transfer. He wrote to MCA, withdrawing his NOC, citing family plans. The Apex Council will decide, with no cooling-off period expected.

PBKS, DC players, coaches reach Delhi safely, entire train journey documented; Kuldeep Yadav, Arun Dhumal give details
Players and staff from Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals safely evacuated from Dharamsala via Vande Bharat train after match abandonment. IPL chairman Arun Dhumal coordinated smooth evacuation due to potential security threat, with players and officials cooperating during the process.

‘BCCI will definitely complete IPL, will extend it by 7 days if needed’: Sourav Ganguly amid border tension
BCCI temporarily suspended IPL 2025 due to India-Pakistan border tensions, with 17 matches pending. Sourav Ganguly confident tournament will resume, potentially extending by a week, drawing parallels to COVID-era adaptations.

Why completing the rest of IPL will be BCCI’s top priority
The BCCI prioritizes completing the remaining 17 IPL matches due to significant financial implications. With media rights worth ₹2,000 crore at stake, the organization seeks to resume the tournament, ensuring revenue for franchises, players, and broadcasters despite current suspension.
India set to launch formal bid for 2027 World Test Championship final; Indo-Pak tensions complicate logistics: Report
India aims to host the 2027 World Test Championship final, seeking to become the first non-English host. Challenges include potential Pakistan qualification and diplomatic tensions, with Mumbai and Ahmedabad stadiums likely venues for the marquee event.

‘Allow me to play for Mumbai…’: Yashasvi Jaiswal's U-turn on sensational switch to Goa, requests MCA for comeback
Yashasvi Jaiswal reverses his move from Mumbai to Goa, requesting MCA to withdraw his no-objection certificate. The young opener wants to continue representing Mumbai in domestic cricket after family plans changed, ahead of his England tour.

BCCI gets game-changing proposal to continue with IPL from Michael Vaughan after tournament suspension
Michael Vaughan proposes hosting the suspended IPL in England during India's upcoming Test tour, offering a potential solution to complete the tournament with available venues and help players acclimatize to local conditions.

Bomb threat at Arun Jaitley Stadium declared hoax; security stepped up
A bomb threat received by the Delhi and District Cricket Association regarding Arun Jaitley Stadium was found to be a hoax. The Bomb Disposal Squad and dog units conducted thorough inspections but found nothing suspicious. DDCA secretary Ashok Sharma confirmed the police's immediate response, and security has been increased around the venue.

Virat Kohli among first to react after IPL 2025 cancelled amid India-Pakistan turmoil; Bumrah, Suryakumar join in
Virat Kohli joined Rohit Sharma in saluting the Indian Armed Forces following their successful neutralisation of Pakistan's attacks on Thursday night.

IPL 2025 suspended: How many matches remain in league stage? Who is at the top of the table? All you need to know
Gujarat Titans stay at the top of the IPL 2025 points table at the time of the league's suspension.

IPL 2025 suspended: When was the last time the Indian Premier League had to be stopped midway?
IPL 2025 suspended due to rising India-Pakistan military tensions, with 16 matches remaining. This is only the second time the tournament has been halted, following the 2021 Covid-19 interruption, raising concerns about player safety and tournament completion.

Rohit Sharma warns against 'spreading fake news', salutes Indian Armed Forces: 'Our warriors are standing tall'
Rohit Sharma has urged the Indian people to refrain from spreading fake news in a powerful message on X.