England’s star batter Joe Root continues his impressive run in Test cricket, scoring centuries with ease once he settles at the crease. In the first innings of the second Test against Sri Lanka, currently taking place at Lord’s, Root registered another century. This marks his 33rd Test century, making him the England cricketer with the … Read more
Tendulkar cheers from the stands as Virat Kohli celebrates his historic 50th ODI century at Wankhede. On Wednesday, November 15, during the World Cup 2023 semi-final match against New Zealand, Virat Kohli achieved a historic hundred runs in one-day international cricket (ODI). Kohli eclipsed Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most centuries in 50-over international cricket … Read more
Sourav Ganguly birthday: Mamata brings flowers; how Sachin and Sehwag wished former captain On Thursday, Sourav Ganguly, the president of the BCCI and a former captain of India, turned 49. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee paid a visit to the BCCI president’s house in Behala, south Kolkata, to wish him a happy birthday. Mamatha’s first visit to the cricket legend’s house comes two months after she swept to power in the state. Ganguly received a bouquet of yellow roses from the chief minister. Ex-India dashing opener Virender Sehwag posted on his Twitter account about Ganguly’s enthusiasm and commitment. His opening partner, Sachin Tendulkar, had a special request for him. He said in the description of his Instagram picture,”My beloved Dadi. Happy birthday. Wishing you a healthy and happy year ahead.” Sourav Ganguly discharged from hospital
Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq is waiting to see who breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most number of runs in international cricket. Batting legend Tendulkar has 34,357 runs from a combined 664 matches including 200 Tests, 463 ODIs and one T20I, which is way above the rest of the pack. Sri Lanka’s Kumar Sangakkara is … Read more
US President Donald Trump made sure he touched upon aspects of India that are loved by its countrymen to receive thunderous applause during his elaborate speech at the Motera Stadium, Ahmedabad on Monday. From quoting Swami Vivekananda to calling ‘Bollywood’ the hub of creativity, President Trump heaped rich praise on India and drew parallels between … Read more
February 24, 2010 was not just any other day in Indian cricket and for its million fans. It was the day when Sachin Tendulkar — considered as the ‘God of cricket’ by many in our country — became the first male cricketer to score a double-hundred in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). On this day 10 years … Read more