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Is Rohit Sharma Hanging Up His Boots?

Indian ODI captain Rohit Sharma is currently focused on improving his fitness in the gym, but there are growing signs that the BCCI might be planning to phase him out of ODI cricket sooner than expected. Under his leadership, India has enjoyed consistent success, including winning two ICC trophies. However, many reports suggest that the upcoming series against Australia could be Rohit’s final international appearance.

At 37, Rohit has often expressed his desire to play in the 2027 ODI World Cup, aiming to complete the unfinished business from the 2023 World Cup. India had an impressive run in that tournament, reaching the final undefeated, but ultimately fell short in the championship match—a loss that still weighs heavily on fans.

Looking at his ODI career, Rohit Sharma has amassed 11,168 runs, including 32 centuries and 58 half-centuries. He is the only cricketer to have scored three double centuries in ODIs, including the highest-ever individual score of 264 against Sri Lanka in 2014 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

When Rohit took over the captaincy from Virat Kohli, India faced a tough loss in the 2022 T20 World Cup semifinal against England in Adelaide. But since then, he has transformed Indian cricket with a fearless approach. Post-2022 T20 World Cup knockout stage, India has played 25 matches in ICC tournaments, winning 23 of them, with one rain-abandoned match and only one loss—the 2023 World Cup final, which still stings for fans.

While supporters want both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to continue in the ODI format through the next World Cup, the BCCI appears to be considering fresh leadership options, possibly Shreyas Iyer or Shubman Gill. After the Asia Cup 2025, the board is expected to discuss future plans with Rohit and Virat. Should Rohit decide to step down, Shreyas Iyer could be named the new ODI captain. However, if Rohit wishes to continue, the transition might be delayed. Fans hope Rohit not only continues playing ODIs but also leads the team as captain and retires with an ODI World Cup trophy in hand.

It is not that India cannot win the World Cup without Rohit. Today India's team is considered one of the strongest teams in the world. But if Rohit really takes retirement after the Australia series, it will be a big blow for the Indian team and future players will also start worrying about their future.

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Top 5 Best Spinners in the World (2025 Ranked)

Spin bowling has long been a cornerstone of cricket’s rich history. From deceiving batters with flight and turn to producing game-changing spells under pressure, spinners have made a lasting impact on the sport. Over the years, world cricket has seen many legendary spinners grace the field — from Bishan Singh Bedi and Daniel Vettori to Shane Warne and Muttiah Muralitharan. While some mastered the red-ball format, others became specialists in white-ball cricket. In this article, we take a closer look at the Top 5 greatest spinners in the history of international cricket.

1. Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka) 1347 Wickets

Muttiah Muralitharan stands at the top of the list as the most successful spinner in cricket history. With a staggering 1347 international wickets, he remains unmatched in the spin department. His record includes 800 Test wickets, 534 ODI wickets, and 13 T20I wickets, along with 77 five-wicket hauls across formats. He made his International debut against Australia at Colombo in 1992, while his last appearance was came in Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai against India in the 2011 World Cup Final. He was the part of Sri Lankan Team who won the 1996 ICC Cricket World Cup and shared the ICC Champions Trophy with India in 2002. Therefore, he has won a total of two ICC trophies. 

2. Shane Warne (Australia) 1001 Wickets

Second on the list is the legendary Shane Warne of Australia, who ended his career with 1001 international wickets—708 in Tests and 293 in ODIs, including 38 five-wicket hauls. Known for reviving the art of leg-spin, Warne often dominated even on fast-bowler-friendly pitches, especially outside Asia. Where Anil Kumble and Muttiah Muralitharan mostly played in Asian Conditions, While Warne takes wickets in those grounds that prefer fast bowlers. He made his international debut against India in 1992, while he played his last international match against England in 2007. Shane Warne won one ICC trophy, the 1999 Cricket World Cup with Australia. He was also named the Player of the Match in the final against Pakistan. 

3. Anil Kumble (India) 956 Wickets

India’s most prolific spinner, Anil Kumble, occupies third place with 956 international wickets, comprising 619 in Tests and 337 in ODIs, with 37 five-wicket hauls. Known for his consistency, accuracy, and fighting spirit, Kumble remains India’s leading wicket-taker in Tests. In 2008, he retired from international cricket. He made his International debut against England at Manchester in 1990, while he played his last test against Australia at Delhi in 2008. He was part of the Indian team that shared the title of joint-winners of the 2002 ICC Champions Trophy with Sri Lanka. 

4. Ravichandran Ashwin (India) 765 Wickets

A modern-day great, Ravichandran Ashwin finished his international career in June 2024 with 765 wickets across formats. He took 537 wickets in Tests, 156 in ODIs, and 72 in T20Is, including 37 five-wicket hauls. Ashwin was instrumental in India's victories across formats and carried forward the legacy of Indian spin after Kumble and Harbhajan. He has also achieved a 5-wicket haul in this format 37 times. He was the part of indian team in some major & memorable victories including ODI World Cup 2011, ICC Champions Trophy 2013. In June 2024, He said goodbye from international cricket. 

5. Harbhajan Singh (India) 711 Wickets 

Another Indian spin great, Harbhajan Singh, claimed 711 international wickets, which include 417 in Tests, 269 in ODIs, and 25 in T20Is, along with 28 five-wicket hauls. He was a key figure in several historic Indian victories. He made his International debut against Australia at Bengaluru in 1998 while he played his last international match against UAE in the 2016 T20 World Cup. He has been the part of that Indian Team, who clinched the 2011 ODI World Cup, 2007 T20 World Cup. While, he was also the part of Indian Team who shared the ICC Champions Trophy 2002 title with Sri Lanka. 

All five of these spin legends have retired from international cricket, but their influence still echoes throughout the game. While many modern bowlers continue to chase wicket tallies in upcoming cricket matches. However matching the impact, consistency, and dominance of these icons is no easy feat. Promising spinners like Nathan Lyon (Australia) and Kuldeep Yadav (India), Mitchell Santner (New Zealand) are showing great potential and may one day earn their place among these all-time greats.

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Top 5 Best Test Captain of India – 2025 Updated

The Indian team played its first Test match against England in the year 1932. C.K. Nayudu took over the reins of the Indian team in that match. Since then, Test cricket captaincy has been like an evolution, with different captains shaping the future of the team in the longest format of the game in their unique ways. Although the statistics paint a clear picture of success, the impact and legacy of these captains go far beyond their winning figures. Today, in this article, we will know about the top five Test captains of India who have left their indelible mark on Indian cricket. 

1. Virat Kohli (2014-2022)

Virat Kohli is considered to be India's most successful Test captain. His tenure was marked by an aggressive, fearless approach and an unwavering emphasis on fitness.  Taking over the captaincy from MS Dhoni, Kohli transformed the Indian Test team into a formidable force both at home and, importantly, overseas. Under his leadership, India achieved historic series wins in Australia (2018-19 and 2020-21) and became the first Asian team to do so. He instilled a winning mentality, backed his fast bowlers to the hilt and built a team that consistently challenged opponents in every situation. Kohli's passion and zeal set a new benchmark for Indian Test cricket. Under Kohli's captaincy, India played a total of 68 Tests, out of which India won 40.

2. MS Dhoni (2008-2014)

Former Skipper MS Dhoni added a different dimension to Indian Test captaincy.  Although his overseas record has not been as impressive as Kohli's, Dhoni has built a stronghold for India's Test team at home, making India almost invincible on turning tracks. He led India to the No. 1 ranking in Test cricket for the first time in 2009. Dhoni's calm nature, clever strategic thinking, and ability to handle pressure have been crucial in handling challenging situations. Under Dhoni's captaincy, India played a total of 60 matches, winning 27 matches while 15 matches ended in draws. He played a key role in grooming young talent and providing them a stable platform for better performance, thereby laying the foundation for future success.

 3. Sourav Ganguly (2000-2005)

Sourav Ganguly is credited with infusing a fighting spirit and new aggression into Indian cricket during a challenging period. Taking over after the match-fixing scandal, Ganguly reinvented the team and fostered a culture of resilience and confidence. Under his bold leadership, India achieved significant successes abroad, including memorable Test wins in England and Australia. Ganguly supported new talent and match-winners like Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, and Zaheer Khan. Under his captaincy, India played a total of 49 Test matches, in which India won 21 matches while 15 matches ended in draws. His legacy is not just limited to winning at home, but he taught the Indian team to win Test matches abroad.

4. Mohammad Azharuddin (1990-1999)

Mohammad Azharuddin led India for a long time in the 1990s. Though his win percentage may seem low compared to later captains, India showed their strength at home during Azharuddin's tenure. He was a shrewd captain, known for his subtle moves and intuitive field placements. Most of India's victories under his leadership came on home soil, where the team was strong. Under his captaincy, India played a total of 47 Test matches in which India won 14 matches, while 19 matches ended in draws.

5. Rahul Dravid (2004-2007)

Rahul Dravid captained the Indian Test team in 25 matches, winning 8, losing 6, and drawing 11. His win percentage as captain was 32.00%. Dravid led India to Test series victories in the West Indies (2006) and England (2007). He became the test skipper in 2004 against Pakistan, when he took over from Sourav Ganguly, who was absent due to injury. He was appointed as a stand-in captain for the first two Test matches of the series. Dravid then led India in 25 Test matches between 2003 and 2007. 

Apart from these 5 captaincies, Rohit Sharma, Anil Kumble, Dilip Vengsarkar, and many other captains have written the legacy of Indian Test cricket. Recently, the reins of Test cricket have been handed over to Shubman Gill, and he will definitely want to take Indian Test cricket to a new level in the upcoming cricket matches. Recently, Gill's captaincy has been tested in England, where India is trailing 1–2 after 3 matches, but India's performance in this series has been commendable.

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Rishabh Pant Etched His Name In History Books With Consecutive Century Knocks Against England 

India's star wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant displayed a brilliant display of aggressive and resilient Test match batting, achieving a rare and remarkable feat by scoring centuries in both innings of the first Test against England at Headingley in June 2025. Though India lost the thrilling encounter, Pant's brilliance stood out and cemented his place in cricket's top record books.

Pant's exceptional performance started in the first innings, where he scored a brilliant 134 runs. His innings was characterised by his adventurous strokeplay and fearless intent, which formed the backbone of India's score. He shared a crucial 209-run partnership with skipper Shubman Gill, helping India post a massive 471-run total. It was his seventh century in Test cricket, and he surpassed MS Dhoni to become the Indian wicketkeeper with the most Test centuries.

Pant then faced the England bowlers fiercely in the second innings as well and once again took advantage of the opportunity. He showed another masterclass, scoring another century in the match. This time, 118 runs came off his bat, which included 8 fours and 3 sixes. This second century in the match was scored under heavy pressure and further highlighted his unique ability to change the course of the game. By scoring centuries in both innings, Pant became the second designated wicketkeeper to achieve this amazing feat in the 148-year history of Test cricket, joining Zimbabwe's Andy Flower, who achieved this feat in 2001.

Pant also became the seventh Indian batsman to score a double century in a Test match and, notably, the first Indian to do so on England soil. The 252 runs scored by him also set a new record for the highest score by an Indian wicketkeeper in a Test. Despite Pant's heroic efforts, which included a record-equalling nine sixes in the match on English soil, India unfortunately lost, and England successfully chased down a formidable target. 

The result is disappointing for India, but the significance of Pant's double centuries does not diminish. It was a performance that underlined his growing stature as one of the most exciting and influential Test cricketers in the world, impressing fans and pundits alike with his exceptional talent. Pant would like to replicate the same performance in the upcoming cricket match. Pant, who has been criticised for his poor performance for a long time, is now back in form. The great Gavaskar was very upset with his wrong shot selection in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, but in this series, he is not shying away from praising Pant.

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After 27 years, South Africa ended the drought of the ICC trophy

For the ardent, but long-suffering fans of South African cricket, the date of June 14, 2025, will forever go down in history. The Proteas finally ended their 27-year ICC trophy drought at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London, and won the World Test Championship (WTC) title with a stunning five-wicket win over their arch-rivals, Australia.

The excitement and sense of relief that swept the cricketing world, and especially South Africa, was palpable. For nearly three decades, the "chokers" tag has rubbed a team that has consistently boasted world-class talent the wrong way. Since their triumph in the 1998 ICC Knockout Trophy (Champions Trophy), near misses, heartbreaking semifinal exits, and bizarre run-out incidents have become the unfortunate story of South African cricket at global events. 

The journey to this historic WTC final was not at all straightforward. South Africa had a challenging start to the championship cycle with just one win in their first five Test matches. However, this team made a great comeback and won seven consecutive matches to secure their place in the WTC final. All the fans believed that Australia had the upper hand over South Africa, but in the final, South Africa surprised everyone by showing proof of their new mental strength. 

In the World Test Championship Final 2025, South Africa won the toss and decided to bowl first. Australia scored 212 runs in the first innings with the help of brilliant half-centuries from veteran batsman Steve Smith (66) and Beau Webster (72). Kagiso Rabada took five wickets in the first innings for Africa. South Africa's batsmen, who came out intending to take a big lead in front of 212 runs, collapsed for just 138 runs in the first innings. None of the batsmen of the team could face Australia captain Pat Cummins (6 wickets), with which Australia got a lead of 74 runs based on the first innings. Australian batsmen also failed miserably in the second innings. Australia looked in a lot of trouble after losing 7 wickets for just 74 runs at one stage, but from here Mitchell Starc hit a tremendous half-century to take the team to 207 runs. He got good support from Alex Carey and Josh Hazlewood. 

Chasing a challenging target of 282 runs to win, the Proteas displayed unwavering determination. Markram's 136-run innings in the final match will undoubtedly go down as one of the most important innings in South African cricket history. He found an able ally in Captain Temba Bavuma. Playing with an injured hamstring, Bavuma’s cricket score in the WTC Final 2025’s 2nd innings was 66 runs. In this innings, he displayed immense courage and leadership. The 147-run partnership for the third wicket was the foundation of South Africa's chase, which systematically reduced Australia's lead and put the Proteas in a commanding position.

The Proteas team had almost confirmed their victory on the third day of the match. The team needed just 69 runs on the fourth day with eight wickets remaining. However, Australia tried to bounce back after the dismissal of captain Bavuma. David Bedingham's restrained efforts and the winning runs hit by Kyle Verreynne ensured a historic victory. The celebrations that followed saw most of the South African players emotional, with former greats like Dale Steyn, AB de Villiers, who played their entire careers without an ICC trophy, expressing immense joy. 

South Africa winning the ICC Trophy not only marks their second ICC title but also a profound change in their cricket identity. Under the captaincy of Temba Bavuma, a new era of South African cricket has begun, characterised by resilience, self-belief, and the ability to perform under the most intense pressure. The "chokers" tag has been emphatically discarded, replaced by the rightful title of World Test Champions. This victory is a powerful testament to their unwavering spirit and a source of immense pride for a nation that has waited so patiently for this moment.

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Top 5 Performers for India A on the England Tour

The Indian team has reached England to play a 5-match Test series against England. The first Test of the series will be played at Headingley from June 20. Meanwhile, India A's tour of England also concluded recently. Two unofficial Test matches were played between the two teams. During the series, a glimpse of many promising Indian cricketers was seen, who won the hearts of the fans by showcasing their talent in challenging overseas conditions. Although both matches were drawn, the series provided valuable information about the depth of India's talent pool and highlighted players who are constantly knocking on the doors to make a place in the national team. In this article, we will know the top 5 India A players who performed brilliantly on the England tour.

1. Karun Nair

Karun Nair, often remembered for his triple century in Test cricket, made a strong case for his return to the national setup with a brilliant performance.  He emerged as the highest run-scorer in the series, scoring 259 runs in three innings at an impressive average of 86.33. He played a brilliant knock in the first unofficial Test at Canterbury, when his cricket score was 204 runs. It was a masterclass of his patience, accumulation, and resolute batting. Nair's calm presence at the crease and his knack for scoring big will undoubtedly put him back on the selectors' radar, especially with the Senior Test series against England starting soon. 

2. KL Rahul 

The Senior Indian batsman, KL Rahul, who had specifically requested to be part of the India A squad to regain red-ball form, made a strong statement with his performance. In the second unofficial Test at Northampton, Rahul patiently scored 116 in the first innings and a crucial 51 in the second innings. His total of 167 runs in two innings at an average of 83.50 showcased his class and readiness for the upcoming cricket series. Rahul's ability to adapt and score runs against a quality attack will be a vital boost for the Indian top order. 

3. Dhruv Jurel

Dhruv Jurel continued his impressive rise, showcasing his ability with both the bat and the gloves. He was a consistent run-scorer for India A, scoring 227 runs in four innings at an average of 75.67. Jurel's scores included a half-century in each of the three innings he batted in the series. His reliability behind the stumps and consistently impressive contributions with the bat make him a strong contender for future senior team selection, especially in the longer format. 

4. Anshul Kamboj

Anshul Kamboj was arguably the find of the series for India A.  The young pacer impressed with his disciplined bowling and emerged as the joint-top wicket-taker for India A, taking 5 wickets in two matches at an average of 26.2. What stood out was his economy rate of just 3.04, showing remarkable control in conditions that favoured pacers. To cap off his impressive tour, Kamboj also contributed with the bat, scoring an unbeaten 51 in the second innings of the second unofficial Test to prove his all-rounder potential. His performance has certainly put him on the radar for future opportunities.

5. Khaleel Ahmed

Left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed made a significant mark despite playing only one match. In the second unofficial Test, Khaleel picked up 4 for 70 in the first innings, troubling the England Lions batsmen with his pace and swing. His performance highlighted the importance of a left-arm pacer in English conditions and underlined his ability to provide variety to the Indian attack. Given India's perennial search for a quality left-arm pacer, Khalil's strong performances will surely catch the selectors' attention.

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The Big Show “Glenn Maxwell” Announces ODI Retirement

Glenn Maxwell, Australia's dynamic all-around batsman, has declared his retirement from One-Day International cricket. He is still playing Twenty20 Internationals and could feature in the T20 World Cup in 2026. Although Maxwell has not yet formally retired from Test cricket, it is doubtful that he will ever be selected to play red-ball cricket again. Maxwell announced his retirement in an interview on the Final Word podcast on Monday. He claimed that the physical strain of playing ODI cricket had become too much for him after injuring his foot in 2022 and experiencing pain after the 2017 Champions Trophy matches.

In his ODI career, Maxwell has amassed 3990 runs, including 4 hundreds and 23 half-centuries. In the 2023 ODI World Cup, he also achieved his highest-ever one-day international cricket score, a double century against Afghanistan. He scored 201* runs in 128 balls during this match, including 10 sixes and 21 fours. Additionally, this innings is regarded as the greatest ODI innings in cricket history. It was the first double century by any player while chasing and the first by an Australian in ODI cricket. It was the first double century scored by a non-opener aside from this. Maxwell played this innings playing at number 6 when Australia were bowled out for 91 for 7 while chasing 292 runs. 

In addition to ODIs, he has also scored 339 runs in test format and 2664 runs in T20Is. Maxwell had more T20I opportunities. In the shorter format, he crushed five hundreds and eleven half-centuries. Even yet, his Red Ball format isn't very good. He scored his lone test century against India at Ranchi in 2017 in 14 test innings. He may not have been successful in the longer format, but he helped Australia win many memorable matches in white ball cricket. Because of his incredible cricketing shots, his followers dubbed him the Big Show. He has also played for a number of IPL teams, such as the Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, and Delhi Capitals. However, he was having trouble in the IPL, save for one or two editions.

Maxwell played his final ODI against India in the Champions Trophy 2025, and he made his ODI debut against Afghanistan in 2012. He participated in his last ODI match in the Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal match versus India. His teammate Steven Smith also declared his retirement from ODIs following the semi-final match. Despite his reputation as a big-hitter, Maxwell is also a skilled spin bowler. He claimed 77 wickets in ODIs, including four four-wicket hauls. His bowling contribution to his squad is not demonstrated by his bowling statistics. 

He has featured in many of Australia's famous tournament victories, including the 2021 T20 World Cup and the 2015 and 2023 ODI World Cups. Maxwell will be eligible for the five-match T20 series against the West Indies starting on July 20 and is expected to be fit for the start of Major League Cricket in the United States at some point. He is currently recovering from a finger fracture he suffered during IPL 2025. Before the T20 series, the Australian team will also play a three-Test series with the West Indies.

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Top 5 wicketkeepers who scored most runs in an IPL season

In IPL 2025, Sai Sudarshan of Gujarat Titans is currently the highest run-scorer with 679 runs. This time, apart from some top-class batsmen, wicketkeeper-batsmen have also scored a lot of runs for their respective franchises, including legendary wicketkeeper-batsmen Jos Buttler, KL Rahul and Ryan Rickelton. But this is not the first time that a wicketkeeper-batsman has scored big scores in IPL history. Such a feat has happened many times before in the IPL. Today in this list we will know about the top 5 wicketkeepers who have scored the most runs as a wicketkeeper in a season of IPL

1. 684 runs - Rishabh Pant (2018)

Rishabh Pant played a great season while playing for Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals).  In IPL 2018, he scored 684 runs for his team, including a century and 5 half-centuries. He was playing that tournament with an average of 52.61 and a strike rate of 173.60. His highest cricket score in IPL also came in the same edition, when he scored an unbeaten 128* against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He was the second-highest run-scorer of the tournament after Sunrisers Hyderabad's Kane Williamson (735). He made his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals and is now a part of Lucknow Super Giants. But unfortunately, LSG team did not qualify for the playoffs, under pant captaincy in IPL 2025. 

2. 660 Runs - Robin Uthappa (2014)

Former Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Robin Uthappa had a stellar IPL season in 2014. He scored 660 runs, including 5 half-centuries, during the tournament. Although he kept wicket for a part of the season, his main role was that of a top-order batsman who could also keep wickets.  His consistent scoring played a vital role in KKR winning the IPL title that year. His brilliant batting helped KKR win the IPL 2014 title. Apart from Kolkata, he has also played for Mumbai Indians, Pune Warriors India, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings in his IPL career. He has scored 4952 runs in his IPL career.

3. 659 Runs - KL Rahul (2018)

Playing for Punjab Kings, KL Rahul showed his classical batting during IPL 2018. He scored 659 runs with 6 half-centuries. He was playing with an average of 54.91 and a strike rate of 158.41 in that edition. He was the third-highest run-scorer of the tournament after Kane Williamson and Rishabh Pant. Apart from Kings XI Punjab, Rahul has also played for RCB, SRH, LSG and DC in his IPL career.  In IPL 2025, he is a part of Delhi Capitals. And this year too, he scored more than 500 runs.

4. 626 Runs - KL Rahul (2021)

KL Rahul has once again made it to this list for his performance in the 2021 season. This year he was also playing for Punjab Kings. He continued to play the dual role of wicketkeeper and main batsman. In this edition, he scored 626 runs including 6 half-centuries. He had an average of 62.60 and a strike rate of 138.80 that season.

Rahul has scored 5222 runs in his IPL career, including 5 centuries and 40 half-centuries. His highest cricket score of IPL is 132*, which he scored against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2020.

5. 548 Runs - Jos Buttler (2018)

Playing for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2018, Jos Buttler scored 548 runs including 5 half-centuries, his average was 54.80 and strike rate was 155.24. He has been performing consistently well in his IPL career.  He has been playing for RR for 7 years. For RR, he scored 3055 runs but despite all this, before the IPL 2025 auction, RR could not retain him and now he is a part of Gujarat Titans. For Gujarat Titans, as a wicket-keeper batsman, he scored 538 runs, including 5 half-centuries. Because of him and Gill and Sudharsan duo, Gujarat Titans has already qualified for the IPL 2025 playoffs.

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Will Indian Test Cricket survive after Rohit and Virat's retirement?

The greatest pair in Indian cricket history so far, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, announced their retirement from Test cricket a few days ago. First of all, Rohit Sharma posted his retirement on Instagram story on May 7, while exactly 5 days later, Virat also did the same on X. After this, every cricket fan and Rohit-Virat fan broke the silence and targeted BCCI. Everyone just wants to know the answer to a simple question that why did these 2 legendary cricketers retire from Tests before the important series against England? Many types of rumors are being spread on social media regarding Rohit-Virat's retirement from Tests.

Rohit Sharma's Test career includes 67 matches, in which he has scored 4,301 runs at an average of 40.57. He has 12 centuries and 18 half-centuries to his name. His best Test cricket score was 212 runs, which he scored against South Africa.  Under his captaincy, India reached the final of WTC 2023, where they faced defeat against Australia. During the WTC 3 cycle, India lost the home Test series against New Zealand and the BGT 2024/25 against Australia. During both series, Rohit Sharma did not bat well. 

Virat Kohli, on the other hand, played a total of 123 matches in his Test career, scoring a total of 9230 runs at an average of 46.85. While he made his Test debut against the West Indies on 20 June 2011, he played his last Test against Australia in Sydney during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy last year. Over the years, he has established himself as a mainstay of the Indian batting lineup, known for his aggressive yet technically sound approach. He scored 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries in his Test career, with his highest score being an unbeaten 254. Under his captaincy, India reached the WTC Final 2021, where the Indian team lost to New Zealand.

Team India will take on England in a 5-match Test series from June 20, 2025. According to sources, BCCI did not consider Rohit and Virat for this series as well as the WTC 3 cycle, due to which they retired. But now, after Rohit and Virat's retirement, how will the Indian team handle the pressure against England? Will they be able to achieve what India did under Virat's captaincy?

After the legendary duo retired from Tests, many questions have been raised about the Indian team management. Fans want them to at least play their farewell Test, but their demand is not going to be fulfilled as Rohit and Virat's decision to retire is final. They will both continue to play in ODIs. This shows that the ODI World Cup 2027 is still in their sight, but will Rohit and Virat be able to last till the 2027 ODI World Cup or no

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Top 5 Fastest Fifties in IPL History

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a platform for explosive batting since its inaugural edition. Countless half-centuries have been seen in IPL history so far. Virat Kohli holds the record for scoring the most half-centuries, having scored a total of 70 half-centuries in his IPL career so far. But do you know which batsman has scored the fastest half-century in this league and in how many balls? In this article, we will know about the 5 fastest half-centuries in IPL history.

1. Yashasvi Jaiswal (Rajasthan Royals) - 13 balls vs Kolkata Knight Riders, 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal etched his name in IPL history with the fastest ever fifty, achieved in a mere 13 balls against the Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens on May 11, 2023. Chasing a target of 150, Jaiswal came out all guns blazing, smashing boundaries from the very first over. His incredible innings of 98 not out off 47 balls included 12 fours and 5 sixes, leading the Rajasthan Royals to a comfortable victory. The sheer audacity and clean hitting displayed by the young opener in this knock were a sight to behold.

2. KL Rahul (Kings XI Punjab) - 14 balls vs Delhi Capitals, 2018

KL Rahul, known for his elegant yet powerful batting, smashed a 14-ball fifty against the Delhi Capitals (then Delhi Daredevils) in Mohali on April 8, 2018. Opening the innings for Kings XI Punjab, Rahul attacked the opposition bowlers right from the start, setting the tone for a high-scoring match. His innings of 51 off just 16 balls was instrumental in Punjab's victory and remains one of the most explosive starts in IPL history. He is currently playing for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025. Before DC, he has also played for PBKS, LSG, SRH, & RCB. Rahul definitely wants to win an IPL title in his career. His team DC will face PBKS, GT, and MI in the upcoming cricket matches of IPL 2025. 

3. Pat Cummins (Kolkata Knight Riders) - 14 balls vs Mumbai Indians, 2022

Primarily known for his bowling prowess, Australian all-rounder Pat Cummins surprised everyone with a blistering 14-ball fifty against the Mumbai Indians in Pune on April 6, 2022. Coming in to bat lower down the order, Cummins unleashed a brutal assault on the Mumbai Indians' bowling attack, hitting multiple sixes to reach his half-century in record time. His unbeaten knock of 56 off 15 balls helped the Kolkata Knight Riders snatch an unlikely victory. Pat Cummins is doing the captaincy of Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025. His team has been eliminated from the IPL 2025 playoff race. Under his captaincy, SRH played the IPL 2024 final, but they lost against Shreyas Iyer’s Kolkata Knight Riders in the finals. 

4. Romario Shepherd (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) - 14 balls vs Chennai Super Kings, 2025

The latest entrant to this list is West Indian all-rounder Romario Shepherd, who blazed his way to a 14-ball fifty against the Chennai Super Kings in Bengaluru on May 3, 2025. Coming in late in the innings, Shepherd provided the much-needed firepower for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, smashing boundaries and sixes to propel his team to a formidable total. His unbeaten 53 off just 14 deliveries showcased his incredible hitting ability under pressure.

5. Yusuf Pathan (Kolkata Knight Riders) - 15 balls vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, 2014

Yusuf Pathan was known for his aggressive batting style, and his 15-ball fifty against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in Kolkata on May 24, 2014, is a testament to that. Chasing a stiff target, Pathan came in and took the attack to the opposition bowlers, smashing his way to a quick half-century. His explosive innings helped the Kolkata Knight Riders chase down the target in a thrilling encounter. Yusuf Pathan has played for the Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders & Sunrisers Hyderabad in his IPL career.  

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Top 5 batsmen who hit the longest six in IPL history

At this time, IPL 2025 is making a splash all over India. Every day, fans are getting to see more than one exciting match. In this IPL too, batsmen are getting to see a lot of sixes. But do you know which batsman has the longest six in IPL? In this article, we will know the 5 batsmen in IPL history who have done the feat of hitting the longest sixes in this league.

1. Albie Morkel (125 meters)

The longest six in the Indian Premier League is 125 meters, which was hit by former South African all-rounder Albie Morkel. Playing for Chennai Super Kings against Deccan Chargers in IPL 2008, he hit a 125-meter long six off former Indian spin bowler Pragyan Ojha. He made this record at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad.

2. Praveen Kumar (124 meters)

Former Indian fast bowler Praveen Kumar is second on this list with a 124-meter-long six. He hit this six against the Mumbai Indians in 2013. At that time, he was a part of Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings). He hit this six off the ball of former Sri Lankan veteran bowler Lasith Malinga.

3. Adam Gilchrist (122 meters)

Former Australian veteran wicketkeeper batsman Adam Gilchrist has played IPL for Deccan Chargers and Kings XI Punjab in his IPL career. He is third on this list, who hit a 122-meter six against Charl Langeveldt of Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala during IPL 2011.

4. Robin Uthappa (120 meters)

Former Indian batsman Robin Uthappa is fourth on this list with a 120 meter six. He hit a big six against Dwayne Bravo of Mumbai Indians in IPL 2010.  Robbie was playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore this season. This strike was described as a huge six which went above the concrete roof of the Brabourne Stadium.

5. Chris Gayle (119 meters)

Chris Gayle, popularly known as Universe Boss, hit a 119-meter six against Pune Warriors India in 2013. In that match, his cricket score was unbeaten 175 runs with the help of 17 sixes in just 66 balls. Thanks to his innings, RCB scored 263 runs with the loss of 3 wickets, after batting first. In response, PWI could reach only 133 runs.

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India’s Top-5 highest total in test cricket

Test cricket, the most difficult and respected format of the game, is where batting is put to the true test. It is a format where patience, technique and mental toughness are of paramount importance. Over the years, the Indian cricket team has produced some legendary batsmen who have etched their names in history with spectacular knocks. These individual performances have often contributed to huge team scores, which have showcased India's batting prowess on the global stage. Here, we take a closer look at India's highest runs in Test cricket, which shows the dominance of the Indian test team in the cricket world. 

1. 759/7d vs England, Chennai, 2016

This mammoth score is India's highest ever in Test cricket. It came against England in Chennai in 2016, a testament to India's batting depth and determination. Karun Nair's unbeaten triple century (303*) was the highlight of the innings, a perfect blend of controlled aggression and patience. He became the second Indian batsman after Virender Sehwag to achieve this feat. Apart from Nair, KL Rahul also scored a brilliant 199 but unfortunately fell short of his double century by just 1 run. Others who scored were wicketkeeper-batsman Parthiv Patel (71), Ravichandran Ashwin (67) and Ravindra Jadeja (51). The mammoth score helped India to a sensational win that highlighted their dominance in home conditions. The Indian Current Team is still very strong and they can break this milestone in upcoming matches. This will be very interesting to see how many days the highest total record will be unbroken. 

2. 726/9d vs Sri Lanka, Mumbai, 2009 

Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium witnessed a storm of runs in 2009 when India scored 729 runs against Sri Lanka. Virender Sehwag hit a brilliant double century (293) in this match, but unfortunately fell short of his third triple century by just 7 runs. His innings silenced the Sri Lankan bowlers. Apart from him, former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni also scored a brilliant century (100*) while Rahul Dravid (74), Murali Vijay (76), Sachin Tendulkar and VVS Laxman scored valuable runs. With this impressive batting performance, India defeated Sri Lanka by an innings and 24 runs.

3. 707 vs Sri Lanka, Colombo, 2010

India's batting prowess was once again on full display in Colombo in 2010. They scored a total of 707 runs against Sri Lanka with the help of centuries from Sachin Tendulkar (203) and Suresh Raina (120). Virender Sehwag missed his century by scoring 99 runs while captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni scored 76 runs.

India's huge score dwarfed Sri Lanka's 642 runs in the first innings and showed India's ability to play big innings in challenging conditions. The match eventually ended in a draw, but India's batting performance was a testament to their class and consistency.

4. 705/7d vs Australia, Sydney, 2004

The Sydney Cricket Ground has witnessed many memorable batting performances, and India's performance in 2004 was no exception. They scored a total of 705 runs against Australia, thanks to centuries from Sachin Tendulkar (241*) and VVS Laxman (178).

The innings was a great example of India's resilience and determination. They tackled a strong Australian bowling attack, showcasing their skill and temperament. The match was a draw, but India's batting performance was the highlight of the series. Both batsmen scored a lot of runs and left the bowlers starved for wickets.

5. 687/6d vs Bangladesh, Hyderabad, 2017

India's most recent entry on this list came against Bangladesh in Hyderabad in 2017. They scored 687 runs, with Virat Kohli scoring a magnificent double century (204). Murali Vijay (108) and Wriddhiman Saha (106) scored superb hundreds while Cheteshwar Pujara (83) also scored valuable runs. This innings was a testament to the potential of India's modern-day batting. They dominated the Bangladeshi bowlers, showcasing their aggressive approach and ability to score big. India dominated the match to register a comfortable victory and won the match by 208 runs. On that day, the Indian team had a chance to break the highest total score of 759 runs But Captain Virat Kohli declared the innings after Wriddhiman Saha’s century and Ravindra Jadeja’s fifty.

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Top-5 Batsman who have the record of most sixes in Test

Test format is considered to be the longest format of cricket, where the patience, technique, skill, mentality of the player is truly tested, but there are some players in this format who are known for hitting the most sixes in this format. At one time this format was known for patience, but nowadays players are hitting sixes and fours at the beginning of the match itself. Today we know about the top 5 players who hit the most sixes in Test format.

5. Chris Gayle

Former West Indies attacking batsman Chris Gayle was one of the most dangerous batsmen in cricket history. People know him for his T20 career, but you might be surprised to hear that he has 98 Test sixes to his name. He scored 7214 runs in his Test career. He played his best Test innings of 333 runs against Sri Lanka in 2010. He made his debut against Zimbabwe in 2000, while he played his last Test match against Bangladesh in 2014.

4. Tim Southee

When you read the next name on the list, you might be completely shocked when you know that former New Zealand captain Tim Southee has hit 98 sixes in Test cricket. He made his Test debut against England in 2008. He took 391 wickets in his Test career. He also scored 2245 crucial Test runs for the Kiwi team. He played his last Test International match against England in 2024.

3. Adam Gilchrist

Former Australian wicketkeeper batsman Adam Gilchrist was one of the greatest batsmen in cricket history. He was known for his aggressive batting. In Tests, he scored 5570 runs including 17 centuries and 26 half-centuries. He hit 100 sixes in his career. He made his Test debut against Pakistan in 1995, while he played his last Test against India in 2008.

2. Brendon McCullum

New Zealand's aggressive batsman Brendon McCullum is considered one of the most aggressive batsmen in cricket history. He always dominates the opposition team in any format. In Test cricket, he has scored 6453 runs including 12 centuries and 31 half-centuries. He has hit 107 sixes in the Test format. He made his Test debut against South Africa in 2004 and played his last Test against Australia.

1. Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes holds the record for hitting the most sixes in Test cricket. He has hit 133 sixes in this format so far. He is the current captain of the England cricket team. He has scored 6719 runs so far including 13 centuries and 35 half-centuries. Ben Stokes made his Test debut against Australia in 2013 and became the captain of the English team in April 2022. He is the only active player in this list and in upcoming matches, he wants to achieve some other feats. Ben Stokes is a treasure for England cricket. Thanks to him, England won 2 ICC tournaments in 2019 & 2022 and now he wants to clinch a test title too. Because of him, England won an almost impossible test victory against Australia at Headingley. That was his greatest knock in the career too. He made 135 runs in 4th innings while chasing 359. He built a last wicket partnership with Jack Leach of 76 runs where Leach contributed only 1 run in 17 balls. Fans still remember his extraordinary innings.   

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Team India’s eyeing to take revenge against arch-rival Pakistan

After a one-sided victory against Bangladesh, Team India's next target is arch-rival Pakistan. Fans are already very excited for this match. Tickets have already been sold out. India and Pakistan will once again face off in Dubai on February 23 on the occasion of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Team India wants to avenge their defeat in the final of the Champions Trophy 2017, while Pakistan wants to maintain their winning record against India in the Champions Trophy. Arch-rivals Pakistan lost their first group match against New Zealand by 60 runs, while India won their first match against Bangladesh by 6 wickets. This match will be a do or die match for Pakistan as they will be knocked out of the tournament if they lose. If they have to keep their semi-final hopes alive, they will have to beat India in the upcoming cricket match at all costs.

The last time the two teams clashed was in the T20I World Cup 2024, where India defeated Pakistan by 6 runs. The Indian team scored 119 runs while batting first, but Pakistan was all out for 113 runs in front of Bumrah and company. That night the batsmen of both the teams failed and the bowlers dominated the entire match. 

Pakistan has the upper hand in the champions trophy

Pakistan is considered to have an upper hand over the Indian team in the Champions Trophy. In the history of the Champions Trophy, both the teams have clashed 5 times before, in which Pakistan won 3 times and India could win only 2 times. The last clash of the two teams in the Champions Trophy was in the final of the 2017 Champions Trophy, where Pakistan defeated India by 180 runs and won the trophy. In that match, Fakhar Zaman played a brilliant innings of 114 runs. Pakistan scored 338 runs while batting first. In response, the Indian team could score only 158 runs. After this match,critics on every cricket news channel criticized the entire Indian team. The last ODI match played between the two teams was in the ODI World Cup 2023, where India defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets. If we talk about the head-to-head record of both the teams in ODIs, Pakistan has won 73 matches, while India has won 57 matches, while 5 matches were inconclusive.

Shaheen & Naseem’s Challenge in front of RO-KO

In the upcoming match between India-Pakistan, fans can see some individual battles like Rohit Sharma vs Shaheen Afridi, Virat Kohli vs Naseem Shah and Babar Azam vs Mohammad Shami. If India wins this match, then India will also qualify for the semi-finals. It will be very interesting to see how Pakistani bowlers deal with Shubman Gill. This time Shubman Gill played in his best form. He has already scored 2 consecutive centuries against England and Bangladesh. In India vs Pakistan Upcoming matches, Anything can happen in this match but one thing is guaranteed that fans will get to see an interesting match. Virat has already said that Pakistan is much better than their previous team. They have already won against Australia and South Africa. Their injury concerns are already over, but their key opener Fakhar Zaman is out of the Champions Trophy due to injury.

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Top-5 Lowest Score in test Cricket history

Test format is considered to be the toughest format of cricket, where the toughest competition is seen between the batsman and the bowler. The history of Test cricket is 150 years old. Where many records are made and broken. In Test cricket, the bowlers are always considered to have an edge over the batsmen. In such a situation, there are some records here which are never broken, one of those records is the record of the lowest runs in this photo. Do you know what is the lowest score in Test cricket? In this blog we will tell you the 5 lowest scores of Test cricket

South Africa 36 vs Australia, 1932

In 1932, South Africa toured Australia for a 5 Test match series. The 5th Test match was played in Melbourne. South Africa made just 36 runs in the first innings. Bert Ironmonger, Laurie Nash and Stan McCabe took 5,4 and 1 wickets respectively. In reply, Australia made 153 runs in their first innings, but South Africa's second innings again collapsed for 45 runs and they lost the match by an innings and 72 runs.

South Africa 35 vs England, 1899

In 1899, South Africa hosted a 2-match Test series against England. The second Test match was played in Cape Town. England scored 92 runs in their first innings. In reply, South Africa scored 177 runs in their first innings and took a lead of 85 runs. England scored 330 runs in the second innings and set a target of 246 runs, but South Africa made 35 runs. In the second innings, England's Schofield Haigh and Albert Trott took 6 and 4 wickets respectively.

South Africa 30 runs vs England, 1896

In 1896, the South African team scored the second lowest score in Test cricket. They were bowled out for just 30 runs against England. South Africa scored 93 and 30 runs in both innings, which led them to lose the match by 288 runs. Robert Poore (10) was the only batsman to reach double figures, while 4 batsmen were dismissed for zero. Former England bowler George Lehmann took 8 wickets for only 7 runs in that innings.

South Africa 30 vs England, 1924

In 1924, England hosted a 5-match Test series against South Africa. The first Test match was played in Birmingham. England scored 438 runs in their first innings. In response, South Africa were bowled out for just 30 runs. Arthur Gilligan took 6 wickets while Maurice Tate got 4 wickets. After that, they scored 390 runs in their second innings but despite all this, the African team lost the match by an innings and 18 runs.

New Zealand 26 runs vs England, 1955

In 1955, the New Zealand team hosted England in a 2-match Test series. In the second Test of the series, the Kiwi team collapsed for just 26 runs and this is the lowest cricket score in test history. They lost that match by an innings and 20 runs. Bert Sutcliffe was the highest run scorer in that innings, scoring 11 runs while 5 batsmen were dismissed on zero. 

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Batsman who scored the fastest Century in T20I World Cups 

The T20I World Cup provides a big platform for batters to do their best. In 2026, India will host another ICC event. India would definitely want to perform well in the upcoming ICC matches. In the history of T20I World cup editions, only few batsmen smashed centuries in this marquee tournament. In this list we look at the big names of world cricket i.e. Suresh Raina, Brendon Mccullum, Chris Gayle & others. But do you know who has the record of fastest century in the T20I World cup ? Today we are going to tell you about those 6 batsmen who smashed the fastest century in this marquee ICC Tournament. 

6. Suresh Raina (59 balls hundred VS South Africa in 2010)

India’s Former Left-Hand batsman Suresh Raina is the only Indian batsman who has a century in ICC T20I World Cups. He scored 101 runs against South Africa in just 60 balls. He completed his hundred in 59 balls including 9 fours & 5 sixes. Due to Raina's innings, India batted first and scored 186/5, in response to which the African team was all out for just 172 runs. India won this match by 14 runs. 

5. Ahmed Shehzad (58 balls hundred VS Bangladesh in 2014)

Pakistan’s Former Opening batsman Ahmed Shehzad has the 5th fastest hundred record in T20I WCs. In T20I World Cup 2014, he scored 111 runs in 62 balls against host Bangladesh. He completed his century in just 58 balls including 10 fours & 5 sixes. Due to this terrific knock, Pakistan won this match by 50 runs. Ahmed Shehzad is the only Pakistani batsman who has a century in ICC T20I WCs.

4. Rilee Rossouw (52 balls hundred VS Bangladesh in 2022) 

South Africa’s aggressive batsman Rilee Rossouw has the 4th fastest hundred record in T20I WCs. In T20I World Cup 2022, he scored 109 runs in 56 balls against Bangladesh. He smashed 7 fours & 8 sixes in his innings where his century completed in 52nd ball. He got good support from Quinton de Kock during the innings. Together they made a partnership of 168 runs for 2nd wicket. At the end, South Africa won this match by 104 runs. 

3. Brendon Mccullum (51 balls hundred VS Bangladesh in 2012)

Brendon Mccullum, New Zealand’s Former Captain & one of the most aggressive batsmen ever in cricket world, has the 3rd fastest hundred record in T20I WC. He scored 123 runs in just 58 balls against Bangladesh. In his innings, he smashed 11 fours & 7 sixes while his  century completed in 51 balls. Due to this extraordinary innings, New Zealand won this match by 59 runs.     

2. Chris Gayle (50 balls hundred VS South Africa in 2007)

This was the 1st ever match played between host SA and WI in 2007 T20I WC. In this Match, Chris Gayle scored 117 runs in 57 balls including 7 fours & 10 sixes while his century completed in 50 balls. Due to Gayle storm, West Indies batted first and scored 205/6. But Hershelle Gibbs’s not out 90 runs innings spoiled his innings.

1. Chris Gayle (47 balls hundred VS England in 2016)

Chris Gayle also has the record of fastest century in T20I World Cups. He scored 100 runs in 47 balls including 5 fours & 11 sixes in wankhede stadium in 2016 WC. Due to Gayle’s wonderful knock, West Indies chased 183 runs target comfortably. In his innings, Gayle remained not out at the end. He just smashed English bowlers. Interestingly, before this game Gayle was fully out of form but in this game indian fans got one of the best T20I innings by universe boss. 

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Why is Sachin Tendulkar known as “The god of cricket” ?

Sachin Tendulkar, the player who became the breath of Indian cricket fans for 2 decades. Perhaps today's kids don't know the legacy of Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar. There was a time when Sachin was on the field, the crowd would just cheer him and when Sachin walks to the pavilion, it means the crowd goes back home. He has the most runs, most centuries, most half-centuries in international cricket. He is the first player in the world to score a double century in ODIs. After his retirement of 12 years, today's phenomenal batsman chased his records. Sachin was one of those batsmen who stayed at the crease and India never lost a match. If we look at the statistics of this legend, we get to know about his aura. 

He has 34357 international runs including 100 centuries in all formats. The man whose fans travel thousands of miles to see him. It is because of him that modern-day greats like Virat Kohli, world-winning captain MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma and many other players started playing cricket.  Apart from this, there are many players around the world who got inspired by this great player. Sachin Tendulkar scored 15921 Test runs including 51 centuries and 68 fifties. He scored 18426 runs including 49 centuries and 96 fifties. He also played a T20I match against South Africa where he scored 10 runs and also took a wicket of Justin Kemp. Even his bowling figures are incredible where he took 154 ODI wickets, 46 Test wickets and one wicket in T20I. Very few people know but he was also a great fielder where he took 256 international catches.

Sachin had only one dream in his early career to win the 50-over World Cup. He did everything to win the World Cup but he failed in the first 5 World Cups. In the 2003 World Cup, he scored 673 runs but he failed in the final and India lost. In 2007, the Indian team was eliminated early in the World Cup where India lost to Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in the group matches. 

At that time Sachin started thinking about his retirement but a phone call from Viv Richards changed his life. If Richards had not suggested that he play one more World Cup, Sachin's dream of winning the World Cup would never have been fulfilled. Apart from international cricket, Sachin also played 861 domestic matches including List A and first class where he scored 47395 runs. He has 141 centuries and 230 50+ scores in domestic cricket. 

In the 2011 World Cup, Sachin was the 2nd leading run scorer where he scored 482 runs including 2 hundreds and 2 fifties. Due to Sachin's innings, India was able to reach such cricket scores many times from where India could win the match. In the semifinal, he scored 85 against Pakistan in Mohali. 

Nov 16 2013, Sachin played his last international match in Wankhede. After the match, Sachin praised the 22 yard pitch and thanked his teammates and fans. Indian cricket fans were really sad for him. All the fans thanked Sachin for his contribution to Indian cricket. 12 years after his retirement, there are many records that belong solely to his name.