Kumar, once the most prominent swing bowlers of India, last played for the country in 2022. His performance in the IPL 2025 (17 wickets) and 2026 (purple cap 28 wickets), which he won with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB),  have brought the focus back on him.

Back-to-back IPL winner Kumar ready for India comeback but says it is 'the selectors’ call'

Laxman spoke at length about the CoE's role in players' injury management and recovery but shared that it is hard to do so without a SSM head. He cited potential candidates backing off at the last moment afte being selected, for vairous reasons including family and moving to Bengaluru.

CoE chief VVS Laxman explains why BCCI is unable to hire a Sports Science and Medicine head

VVS Laxman defended the BCCI Centre of Excellence amid India’s injury concerns, stressing that its role extends beyond rehabilitation and that injuries are part of a cricketer’s career.

‘Not a rehab centre’: VVS Laxman defends BCCI CoE amid injury concerns

In the recent times, it has been observed that players are suffering from injuries more often despite the fitness being focused open more than ever. The BCCI is also planning to bring more fitness standards to ensure the players remain injury free but the question remains - what is causing the injuries?

'Recovery management and no prehab': Strength and conditioning expert shares reason behind injuries in Indian cricket

With Shastri-Kohli at helm, India became the first team to win two consecutive Test series against Australia in Australia. Rahane took over captaincy in the second of those series as Kohli was on paternal leave after the first Test.

Rahane says Kohli-Shastri 'toughened up' India cricket, especially overseas

It all happened on the last ball of the match when Tigers captain Himmat Singh fumbled the ball while fielding to miss an easy run out, only to kick it in frustration and hitting the stumps in process to effect the run out.

DPL 2026 | WATCH - Crazy scenes unfold as 'free kick' forces super over in Warriors vs Tigers

Shashank said that the issues first started coming up in Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season when he went off the field due to shoulder strain while fielding against Mumbai. The all-rounder also alleged being accused of not being committed enough during the white-ball domestic season as well.

IPL-fame Shashank Singh leaves Chhattisgarh for Puducherry over alleged 'disrespect'

Indian cricket veteran Ajinkya Rahane has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect, bringing an end to a remarkable career spanning more than a decade. Rahane will forever be remembered for leading India to one of its greatest-ever Test triumphs during the historic 2020–21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Under his captaincy, India scripted the unforgettable Gabba victory after overcoming injuries and adversity to seal a memorable series win.

Ajinkya Rahane Announces Retirement From Cricket | Wion Sports 

The logic behind jain's selection is possible a mix of reasons including injury to first-choice off-spin all-rounder Washington Sundar, multiple left-hand batters in Sri Lanka line-up, assistance to spinners on Sri Lanka pitches, and current form of the player.

Meet Saransh Jain - Why India select 33-year-old all-rounder for Sri Lanka Tests

The BCCI named pacer Jasprit Bumrah and veteran spin all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja in the 15-man squad while giving Madhya Pradesh all-rounder Saransh Jain his maiden call-up.

IND vs SL Tests: MP all-rounder Saransh Jain gets maiden call-up, Bumrah and Jadeja return

Sooryavanshi was named Player of the Series in IND vs ZIM three-T20I series for 151 runs including 81 in the final match.

IND vs ZIM: Laxman wants Sooryavanshi 'to improve his overall fitness'

The former skipper has played 288 ODIs for India and scored 11,895 runs at an average of 49 and a strike rate of 93. He also has 34 hundreds and 62 50s to his name to go with a best of 264 - highest individual score by a batter in ODIs.

'He’s never been the most consistent,' AB de Villiers on Rohit's chances to play for India in 2027 ODI World Cup

Apart from Mayank, 24-year-old Ashok Sharma, who was making his debut, also impressed despite being wicketless (0/29) in four overs. Prince Yadav, who made his debut on the recent UK tour, also picked up 2/19.

IND vs ZIM 1st T20I: India's tearaway pacer Mayank Yadav shines on return despite suffering 'so much at a young age'

While there's no confirmation as of now, Greenberg was position about the idea of England vs Australia Test in India, given the market size.

England vs Australia Test in India? CA's Greenberg says idea 'open for consideration'

The Appellate Tribunal put aside penalties imposed on Modi and other officials by Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection to holding IPL 2009 in South Africa.

Lalit Modi gets relief from Appellate Tribunal in 2009 IPL case, plans to visit India later this year

After a disappointing tour of the United Kingdom, Team India begins a crucial three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe. With several senior players rested, all eyes are on young stars, especially 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who returns to the venue where he led India to the Under-19 World Cup title. Captain Shreyas Iyer faces mounting pressure after India's poor run in England, while Gautam Gambhir will look for a strong comeback from his side.

Can India's young brigade turn things around against Zimbabwe? Watch our full preview of the 1st T20I, probable playing XI, key players, and everything you need to know.

India Begin Zimbabwe T20 Series With Young Squad As Pressure Mounts On Gautam Gambhir

The two-time consecutive world cup champions India have suffered back-to-back shock series defeats and would be eager to get past that against Zimbabwe.

IND vs ZIM: Skipper Iyer wants team to 'adapt quickly' after two consecutive series defeats

Under the new conditions, the bowlers will bowling such deliveries will now be suspended for the remainder of the match instead of being suspended for the innings.

BCCI makes changes in playing conditions ahead of upcoming domestic season

The order has been passed under the FIR filed at the Mogra Police Station earlier this year. The offences, which include rape and criminal intimidation, are non-bailable under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

Who is Abishek Porel? Calcutta HC issues arrest warrant against DC and Bengal batter in alleged rape case

Before the final ODI of the series, there were speculations that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have told Rohit about moving on from him and the veteran batter not being in plans for 2027 ODI World Cup.

'It's all out...': India skipper Shubman Gill clears air on Rohit Sharma's retirement

As of now, the deal is only for one game - the opener of BBL, which will be played 2:40 PM India Time (8:10 PM Australia Time).

BBL 2026-27 opener between Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers set to be played in Chennai on December 12

After losing a historic first series against Ireland 0-2, India are looking down the barrell against England as well. With two more matches left in the series, India have a chance to draw level by winning rest of the two matches. 

76 all-out vs England: Karthik terms skipper Iyer's criticism of India batting as 'odd'

In his debut innings, Sooryavanshi scored only 14 runs off 10 balls but still managed to hit two sixes - one to Jofra Archer and another to Josh Tongue - both express bowlers able to trouble batters with pace. Sooryavanshi was nonchalant and confident in his brief innings, but would he be able to continue like this?

Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut at 15 increase chances of success? Cricket coach shares what he requires to repeat IPL form

India will travel to Sri Lanka for a two-Test World Test Championship series in August, with Sri Lanka Cricket confirming Galle and Colombo as the venues.

Sri Lanka set to host India for two Tests in August, schedule confirmed

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Back-to-back IPL winner Kumar ready for India comeback but says it is 'the selectors’ call'

CoE chief explains why BCCI is unable to hire Sports Science & Medicine head

‘Not a rehab centre’: VVS Laxman defends BCCI CoE amid injury concerns

Strength and conditioning expert shares reason behind injuries in Indian cricket

Rahane says Kohli-Shastri 'toughened up' India cricket, especially overseas

DPL 2026 | WATCH - Crazy scenes unfold as 'free kick' forces super over

IPL-fame Shashank leaves Chhattisgarh for Puducherry over alleged 'disrespect'

Ajinkya Rahane Announces Retirement From Cricket | Wion Sports

Meet Saransh Jain - Why India select 33-year-old all-rounder for Sri Lanka Tests

IND vs SL Tests: All-rounder Saransh gets maiden call-up, Bumrah and Jadeja back

IND vs ZIM: Laxman wants Sooryavanshi 'to improve his overall fitness'

'He’s never been most consistent,' ABD on Rohit playing for India in 2027 ODI WC

IND vs ZIM: Mayank shines on return despite suffering 'so much at a young age'

England vs Australia Test in India? CA's Greenberg says idea 'open for consideration'

Lalit Modi gets relief in 2009 IPL case, plans to visit India later this year

India Begin Zimbabwe T20 Series With Young Squad As Pressure Mounts On Gautam Gambhir

IND vs ZIM: Iyer wants team to 'adapt quickly' after consecutive series defeats

BCCI makes changes in playing conditions ahead of upcoming domestic season

Court issues arrest warrant against DC batter Abishek Porel in alleged rape case

'It's all out...': India skipper Shubman Gill clears air on Rohit's retirement

BBL 2026-27 opener set to be played in Chennai on December 12

Karthik says Iyer's criticism of India batting post 76 all-out vs England 'odd'

Will Waibhav Sooryavanshi's debut at 15 increase chances of success?

Sri Lanka set to host India for two Tests in August, schedule confirmed