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Image courtesy: Bollywood hungama Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Lalit Modi has leveled serious allegations against ex-BCCI president N. Srinivasan, accusing him of manipulating both player auctions and match officiating to favor the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) franchise. In a candid conversation on Raj Shamani’s YouTube show ‘Figuring Out,’ Modi detailed instances of alleged…

Image credits: IPL/Jio Cinema The IPL 2025 Mega Auction lived up to its reputation as cricket’s grandest marketplace, delivering nail-biting drama and record-breaking deals. Held over two days in Jeddah, the event saw ₹639.15 crore splurged on 182 players. While some were retained through Right to Match (RTM) cards, others ignited intense bidding wars that…

Image credits: JIO cinema/IPL The IPL 2025 Auction concluded in Jeddah with its usual mix of surprises, drama, and history-making moments. Among the standout narratives of Day Two was 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi becoming the youngest IPL player ever, securing a ₹1.10 crore deal with Rajasthan Royals. In stark contrast, seasoned players Prithvi Shaw and Shardul…

The IPL 2025 mega auction, held in Jeddah, saw franchises strategize meticulously to build squads that balanced core retentions with new acquisitions. With ₹639.15 crore spent on 182 players and 395 going unsold, the event delivered a blend of continuity and fresh faces for the upcoming season. Here’s a detailed look at the key retentions…

Image credits: BCCI/IPL The IPL 2025 mega auction, held over two action-packed days in Jeddah, delivered moments of historic significance, thrilling surprises, and strategic gambles. Teams collectively spent a staggering ₹639.15 crore on 182 players, leaving 395 hopefuls unsold. Here are the key highlights: 1. A Historic First: Vaibhav Suryavanshi Becomes the Youngest IPL Player…

Test cricket, the purest and oldest format of the game, has seen some extraordinary players who have etched their names in history with remarkable batting feats. Scoring heavily in Test matches requires patience, technique, and an exceptional understanding of the game. Here’s a comprehensive look at the highest run-scorers in Test cricket history, their records,…

Image credits: ICC Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has expressed confidence that India will travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, despite ongoing political tensions between the two nations. Akhtar’s statement comes as a counterpoint to the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) stance, which advocates for a hybrid model…

Image credits: TOI As the cricketing world debates the significance of modern rivalries, former England captain Michael Vaughan has weighed in on the heated discussion about whether the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia has surpassed the iconic Ashes rivalry. Speaking ahead of the first Test between India and Australia in Perth on November 22,…

Aaryavir Sehwag, son of former Indian batting legend Virender Sehwag, announced his arrival on the cricketing stage with a scintillating double century in the Cooch Behar Trophy. Representing Delhi against Meghalaya at the MCA Cricket Ground in Shillong, Aaryavir displayed his batting prowess on Day 2 of the match, cementing his potential as a rising…

Image credits: IPL Cricket enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is set to begin on March 14, culminating in a grand finale on May 25, providing a thrilling two-and-a-half-month cricket extravaganza. As confirmed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), this schedule sets the stage for the…