In a symbolic gesture honoring the illustrious career of Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially retired his iconic number 7 jersey. This decision, taken three and a half years after Dhoni's retirement from all forms of international cricket, solidifies his legacy, ensuring that no other player will don the revered jersey while representing India.
Following the remarkable success of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Board of Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering the introduction of a new cricketing spectacle. This upcoming tournament, slated to kick off from 2024, diverges from the conventional 20-over format, opting instead for an exhilarating 10-over structure
In a significant move, Tata has reaffirmed its position as the title sponsor of the Indian Premier League (IPL) with a groundbreaking agreement spanning five years. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has solidified its alliance with Tata, marking a historic moment in IPL history with a staggering sponsorship deal valued at Tk 2500 crore.
Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) general secretary Jai Shah has been appointed as the president of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) once again. With this, he was elected the president of this regional cricket organization for the third time. Sri Lanka Cricket Board president Shammi Silva proposed Jay Shah's name as ACC president at the annual general meeting in Bali today (January 31) on Wednesday. That proposal was unanimously accepted and Jai Shah became president for a third term.
James Anderson became the oldest pacer on Indian soil to play Tests. He surpassed Shubman Gill to take wickets in 22 consecutive calendar years. England's experienced star Yasaswi Jaiswal took the day of these feats as his own. Even though his teammates came and went at the other end, he rooted at one end. India are well on their way to capitalize on the first innings with an impeccable century from the young opener.
The much-anticipated 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to kick off on March 22, marking the beginning of an electrifying cricketing extravaganza. Despite scheduling adjustments due to coordination with India's national elections, IPL chairman Arun Dhamal confirmed the commencement date, with Chennai chosen as the opening venue.
In this year's Twenty20 World Cup, the most popular India-Pakistan duel in the cricket world will be held at the Nassau County Stadium in New York on June 9. As they do not play the series themselves, everyone is eagerly waiting for the global series to see the fight between the two arch-rivals. The demand for tickets is also high. Applications for this match are almost 200 times more than the number of seats. The ICC itself said this information
Bangladesh's ODI series against Sri Lanka will end on March 18. Cutter master Mustafizur Rahman will join Chennai Super Kings on March 20 at the end of the series. Chennai will play against Royal Challengers Bangalore on the opening day of the tournament. A senior Chennai official has indicated that Mustafiz will be played in this match.
After a long time, Bangladesh women's team is entering the field. Negara Sultana Jyoti's team will face Australia in the ODI series. Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced a 15-member squad ahead of the series. Bangladesh will play the first bilateral series against Australia. Australia and Bangladesh women's cricket team will play three ODI and T20 matches each. The guest cricket team will step into Bangladesh on Sunday.
Finally the dream came true with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). This is the first time the RCB franchise has won a trophy. Virat Kohli did not win the IPL in the last 16 seasons. But RCB won the women's premier league title in the second season under the leadership of Smriti Mandhana. Bengaluru beat Delhi Capitals by 8 wickets with three balls to spare in the final.
