Anaya Bangar said the BCCI has not replied to her queries on transgender participation after Cricket Australia cleared her for women's cricket.
Transgender cricketer Anaya Bangar said the BCCI has not responded to her requests for clarity on participation in women's cricket. Bangar approached the board after gender-affirming surgery earlier this year. Cricket Australia cleared her for community-level women's cricket under specific policy requirements.
Bangar urged critics to educate themselves on transgender inclusion in sports. She plans to prove herself at community level before targeting the Women's Big Bash League. Eligibility for elite cricket remains subject to ongoing policy compliance and performance standards.
South African all-rounder Marizanne Kapp described the clearance as absolutely ridiculous and questioned the decision.
Mohammad Kaif believes Virat Kohli's absence contributed to India's inability to force a win in Colombo.
Mohammad Kaif stated that Virat Kohli's presence would have changed India's drawn second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo. The former India batter argued that Kohli would have maintained team intensity during Sri Lanka's resistance on the final day.
Kaif suggested the lack of energy allowed Sri Lanka's tailenders to escape with the draw. India currently sit fifth in the World Test Championship standings with seven Tests remaining.
The result has prompted discussion about team leadership dynamics. Kohli and Rohit Sharma are expected to feature in India's upcoming ODI series against West Indies starting September 27.
Prasidh Krishna was named the Impact Player of the Series after taking seven wickets in India's 1-0 Test series win over Sri Lanka. Krishna collected the wickets at an average of 24.57 across the two-match series. The fast bowler credited the reserve players and support staff for their contributions behind the scenes.
Krishna thanked his teammates after receiving the award for his performances in the series. His wickets played a key role in India's victory in the first Test at Galle. The consistency across both matches earned him recognition from the selection panel.
India's pace attack performed effectively without Jasprit Bumrah in the squad. Krishna's series figures demonstrated his ability to lead the attack in Bumrah's absence. The award highlighted his contribution to the team's success in challenging conditions.
Kris Srikkanth criticised India's failure to win the second Test in Colombo as the draw damaged their WTC final hopes.
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth criticised the team's performance after the drawn second Test in Colombo damaged their World Test Championship prospects. India remained fifth in the WTC standings after failing to complete a 2-0 series win over Sri Lanka.
Srikkanth said India had missed a significant opportunity and warned that Australia could also challenge them at home. The team now needs victories in at least six of their remaining seven WTC matches to stay in contention for the final.
The former captain's comments reflect concerns about India's ability to close out matches against determined opposition. The draw leaves their WTC qualification hopes dependent on results in upcoming series against New Zealand and Australia.
Pakistan-born Australia batter Usman Khawaja criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board for complaining about a Sky Sports interview with Imran Khan. Khawaja described the PCB's move as a joke.
The PCB had objected to the interview, which aired while Khan remains imprisoned on corruption charges. Khawaja's comments come amid growing international concern over Khan's health and access to medical care.
The PCB has not yet responded to Khawaja's remarks.
MCA hands out contracts to 21 players with Grade A earning ₹12 lakh per year.
The Mumbai Cricket Association has awarded annual contracts to 21 cricketers, splitting them into three grades with payments of ₹12 lakh for Grade A, ₹8 lakh for Grade B and ₹6 lakh for Grade C.
The contracts provide financial stability for the players and formal recognition of their standing within the association. Grade A recipients represent the top tier of performers while lower grades reflect developmental and supporting roles.
The announcement follows Mumbai's participation in recent domestic competitions and aligns with the association's annual review process.
Gill's Test captaincy faces scrutiny despite series win as Kaif questions tactical approach.
Shubman Gill led India to a 1-0 Test series win in Sri Lanka but questions remain about his captaincy approach. Former India batter Mohammad Kaif questioned Gill and the team's failure to identify Sonal Dinusha's weakness during the second Test.
Gill designed Fazilka Falcons' Sher-E-Punjab T20 League 2026 jersey, blending Punjab's culture with modern cricket. The India captain has also been in the spotlight for driving a luxury Mercedes that circulated on social media.
Sir Geoffrey Boycott said Harry Brook possesses the ability of Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara but noted the England batter did not respond to his offer of help with concentration in Test cricket.
India captain Shubman Gill said there were lots of positives to take from their 1-0 series win in Sri Lanka despite the drawn second Test in Colombo. Gill put a positive spin on the result but acknowledged the squad returned home disappointed after letting the hosts off the hook. India won the first Test in Galle by 165 runs.
Gill's captaincy came under scrutiny after India failed to press home their advantage in the second Test. Former players questioned the team's approach and squad selection during the drawn match. Gill's muscle spasm earlier in the tour had forced adjustments to India's playing plans.
India's WTC qualification now hinges on winning all remaining matches to reach a 70.37 percent points percentage. Six wins would leave the percentage at 65 percent while losing two matches would drop it to 59.26 percent. India currently ranks fifth in the World Test Championship standings.
Shubman Gill sees the positives despite Sri Lanka forcing a draw in Colombo.
India captain Shubman Gill said there were plenty to take from their 1-0 series win in Sri Lanka, even though the second Test finished level in Colombo. Sri Lanka, with Sonal Dinusha leading the way, batted out the follow-on and denied India the clean sweep.
Gill's call to enforce the follow-on drew questions after the bowlers failed to break through. Mohammed Siraj wasn't at his sharpest across the series, but Gill made clear the pacer wasn't carrying an injury.
Former India batter Mohammad Kaif wondered why the side couldn't pinpoint Dinusha's weakness at Colombo. The draw leaves India's World Test Championship final hopes in a tighter spot than they'd have liked.
Marizanne Kapp called Cricket Australia's clearance of Anaya Bangar for the WBBL absolutely ridiculous as debate continues over transgender participation.
South African all-rounder Marizanne Kapp described Cricket Australia's clearance of transgender cricketer Anaya Bangar for the Women's Big Bash League as absolutely ridiculous. Kapp questioned the decision as Bangar prepares to become the first transgender player in the competition. The move has sparked debate within the cricket community.
Bangar received approval from Cricket Australia following gender-affirming surgery earlier this year. The clearance includes specific policy requirements for elite play. She plans to prove herself at community level before targeting the WBBL.
Bangar criticised the BCCI for not responding to her requests for clarity on transgender participation in women's cricket in India.
Ravichandran Ashwin criticised India's handling of Kuldeep Yadav, saying limited opportunities could damage the wrist-spinner's confidence.
Ravichandran Ashwin has sympathy for Kuldeep Yadav. The wrist-spinner keeps getting picked, then dropped, and Ashwin thinks the uncertainty is starting to hurt his confidence.
Kuldeep was ruled out of the second Test with a viral infection. India handed a debut cap to uncapped off-spinner Saransh Jain at 33, leaving Kuldeep on the outside looking in. Bowling coach Morne Morkel said Kuldeep would have been considered had he been fit. Ashwin wondered aloud whether the team has any real plan for wrist-spin in Tests.
Kuldeep has never held a steady spot despite the occasional strong performance.
India head coach Gautam Gambhir stated that Test cricket demands character following the drawn second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
India secured a 1-0 series win but Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha scored two centuries to frustrate the visitors' push for victory. Gambhir emphasized the mental fortitude required to close out matches on the subcontinent.
The result has complicated India's path to the World Test Championship final with seven matches remaining in the cycle.
ECB chair Richard Thompson defended The Hundred despite scheduling conflicts with other domestic competitions.
England and Wales Cricket Board chair Richard Thompson said scheduling issues caused by The Hundred are a price worth paying. The tournament creates fixture conflicts with other domestic and international commitments. Thompson acknowledged the disruption but maintained the competition's value outweighs the inconvenience.
The Hundred runs alongside the County Championship and affects player availability. Thompson's comments came during discussions about the 2027 domestic calendar. The ECB continues to balance franchise and traditional cricket demands.
The board faces ongoing pressure to resolve fixture clashes between its flagship competition and established formats. County clubs have raised concerns about player availability during The Hundred window.
The PCB considered withdrawing players from the Lord's Test after Sky aired an interview with Imran Khan's sons but allowed the match to continue.
The Pakistan Cricket Board weighed pulling its players off the field at Lord's once Sky Sports aired an 18-minute interview with Imran Khan's sons. Kassim and Suleman Khan voiced fears for their 73-year-old father's wellbeing, and former England captain Mike Atherton led the questions.
Pakistan lodged an official complaint with the broadcaster. Still, the team walked out after lunch on day one and the match resumed without incident. England closed the second day in control.
Cummins joins former captains in calling for dignified treatment of Imran Khan amid health concerns.
Australia captain Pat Cummins has urged better medical care for jailed former Pakistan prime minister and cricket legend Imran Khan. Cummins said he hopes Imran Khan is treated with the dignity anyone deserves, becoming the first active international cricketer to support the campaign. Twenty-two former international captains had previously written to Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif requesting proper medical assessment and family access.
Mohammad Kaif criticised Shubman Gill's captaincy, saying the India skipper lacked experienced support during the drawn second Test against Sri Lanka.
Former India batter Mohammad Kaif questioned Shubman Gill's captaincy after India failed to press home their advantage on the final day of the second Test against Sri Lanka. Kaif suggested Gill lacked experienced voices around him to guide the team through a challenging situation. The match ended in a draw.
Kaif stated the result might have differed if Virat Kohli remained in the side. Gill was seen socialising with comedian Tanmay Bhat in Mumbai after the tour. Former India batter S Badrinath believes Gill drives team decisions despite coach Gautam Gambhir's presence.
India won the series 1-0 but left runs on the board in Colombo.
Devdutt Padikkal shows unusual after-effect of extended fielding during Sri Lanka Test series.
Devdutt Padikkal was left with a "tattoo" on his back showing his name and jersey number after fielding for over 240 overs during India's second Test against Sri Lanka. The unusual mark resulted from hours spent under testing weather conditions during the drawn Colombo Test.
Ajinkya Rahane praised Padikkal's back-to-back centuries in the series and assessed that the batter had done enough to temporarily secure his place at number three. Manav Suthar also impressed with his ability to remain effective regardless of conditions.
The series victory failed to mask concerns about India's thinning spin resources ahead of more challenging tours. Padikkal's assured batting at number three emerged as the biggest positive from the tour.
Devdutt Padikkal's strong series against Sri Lanka has made him the frontrunner for India's No. 3 batting position ahead of the New Zealand tour.
Devdutt Padikkal's consistent run-scoring in India's 1-0 series win over Sri Lanka has positioned him as the leading candidate for the No. 3 position in the longer term.
The Karnataka batter scored centuries in both Tests and earned Player of the Series honours, showing the temperament required for the demanding position.
Ajinkya Rahane noted that Padikkal has done enough to temporarily secure the spot, though the New Zealand tour will provide a sterner examination of his technique against seam movement.
Yuvraj Singh and other cricketers marked Raksha Bandhan with social media posts celebrating family bonds.
Yuvraj Singh shared a special Raksha Bandhan post for Rohit Sharma's wife Ritika Sajdeh. Virat Kohli's sister Bhavna Kohli shared a heartfelt Instagram story marking the festival. Irfan Pathan also celebrated Raksha Bandhan and called it his favourite festival.
The posts highlighted personal connections between cricketers and their families during the traditional celebration. Several Indian cricketers marked the occasion with social media messages acknowledging their sisters and family bonds. The festival holds cultural significance for the players beyond their professional commitments.
Cricketers frequently share personal moments on social media that resonate with fans. These posts provide glimpses into the family relationships that support players throughout their careers.
Mohammad Abbas took four wickets to give Pakistan the edge in the second Test against England at Lord's. The hosts mounted a late fightback but remained behind on the second day.
Abbas dismissed Ben Duckett and Emilio Gay to reach a first-class milestone. England reached stumps at 290 for 5 after being put in to bat.
The series continues with two days remaining. Abbas has been a consistent performer for Pakistan across multiple formats throughout his career.
