While cricket fans wait with bated breaths and the India for the Indian Premier League to resume on May 17th, inmates at Mathura District Jail in the North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh are busy with their own version of the tournament.

Mathura district jail organises cricket league for prisoners

While the IPL is back on track, franchises are sweating over the availability of their overseas stars, with several yet to confirm their return. Watch in for more details!

IPL To Allow Temporary Replacements For Last Leg Of 2025 Season

Even the biggest cricketing icons have their own superstitions. Here are five legendary cricketers feat. Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, Michael Clarke, Steve Waugh and Sourav Ganguly with their weird delusions. Sports Cricket Photos

5 weird superstitions of cricket legends: Not only Indians but Australians also in the list

The video of the kids performing bhangra just before affecting a run-out went viral minutes after being posted on social media, gaining countless views. Sports, Cricket

Bhangra on cricket field: Kids break internet with never-seen-before celebration – WATCH

Speculation after the Pahalgam attacks has sparked debates but lacks evidence. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has rejected rumors suggesting that it approached the International Cricket Council (ICC) to request that India and Pakistan be placed in separate groups at future global tournaments.

Reports: BCCI has not made any request regarding Pakistan to ICC

Cricket has a long history and many players have etched their names in the game.  Among them, it was Australia's Fred Spofforth who claimed the first hat-trick in Tests. Sports Cricket

The first hat-trick in Test cricket - Check who achieved this remarkable feat

India played its first-ever Test match in 1932. After the partition, some players switched sides, and three players featured for both nations. India News Cricket Sports

3 players have played cricket for both India and Pakistan - Check who they are

The IOC announced the schedule for both men’s and women’s cricket at the LA28 Games, to be played in the T20 format as a six-team tournament. Sports, Cricket, Olympics

LA28 Olympics: ECB, Cricket Scotland in talks over forming Team Great Britain

Royal Challengers Bengaluru suffered yet another home defeat, this time at the hands of Punjab Kings in a rain-hit match. RCB managed just 95/9 before Tim David’s fighting fifty gave them hope. However, Punjab chased it down comfortably, thanks to Nehal Wadhera’s steady knock and Josh Hazlewood’s tight spell of 3/14 proving not enough.

IPL: RCB lose third straight home game as Punjab Kings dominate in rain clash

India | Sports, Web Stories: What if cricket was played on the moon, here’s what would have happened as we take a look at the possible scenarios when gravity is also an issue.

'What If Cricket Was Played on Moon' - Here’s What Would Have Happened…

World | Sports: CA's new CEO, Todd Greenberg, during his first ICC meetings in Harare, stressed that resolving bad light stoppages is high on his priority list. cricket

Cricket Australia's new CEO Todd Greenberg says 'we need to find ways to overcome bad light stoppages'

At 64 years and 181 days, Joanna made her T20 International debut against Norway on April 7 2025, becoming the second oldest cricketer to do so. World, Cricket, Sports

64-year-old Joanna Child makes T20I debut, and she's not even oldest ever

Kevin was shocked to learn about cricket's rising popularity - a game predominately and passionately played and followed in the South Asian belt. World, Sports, Football

Cricket's popularity across Europe SHOCKS football hero during quiz show - Watch reaction

Sports, Cricket: Cricket has made its official return to the Olympics after 128 years as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed the same.

Cricket at Los Angeles 2028 Olympics: Check history and all you need to know as six teams and 90 players to feature

FIFA has cleared the way for Afghanistan’s women’s football team to represent their country, offering long-awaited support. However, the ICC remains silent on recognizing Afghan women cricketers, who fled after the Taliban banned them from playing. The fight for recognition and equality in Afghan sports continues.

Afghanistan: FIFA supports Afghan women’s team, but ICC remains silent

Discover the powerful story of Afghanistan’s women athletes, fighting for recognition in both football and cricket. Benafsha Hashimi and Firooza Amiri, once contracted by the Afghanistan Cricket Board, open up about their painful journey after the Taliban disbanded the team, forcing them to flee for their lives. As the cricket team battles for ICC recognition and the football team continues its fight for global acknowledgment, WION's Nikhil Mathur brings you their story.

Afghan women's fight for equality in cricket & football | Shattered dreams, unbroken spirit

After a disappointing Ashes performance, the England women’s cricket team coach has been dismissed. The heavy defeat has led to major shakeups, with officials looking for a fresh start ahead of upcoming tournaments.

England Women's cricket team coach fired after ashes drubbing

Rohit Sharma has confirmed that he is not retiring from ODI cricket, dismissing recent speculation. The Indian captain, along with Virat Kohli, is set to continue playing till the 2027 ODI World Cup. Rohit was also named Player of the Match in the final, securing his fourth ICC title alongside Kohli.

Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit Sharma dismisses ODI retirement rumors, eyes 2027 World Cup

India take on New Zealand in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai. Rohit Sharma's men are aiming for back-to-back ICC titles while the Kiwis are hoping to end a 25-year-old white-ball ICC title drought.

Champions Trophy 2025: Once again Rohit Sharma lost toss, New Zealand to bat first

India is just one win away from completing a dominant run in the Champions Trophy! After an exceptional performance in the 2023 ODI World Cup, the Men in Blue are determined to remain undefeated as they face New Zealand in the grand finale in Dubai. Will India lift the trophy, or can the Kiwis spoil their party?

Champions Trophy 2025: India set to face New Zealand for the title

New Zealand has stormed into the Champions Trophy final after a dominant 50-run victory over South Africa in Lahore. Centuries from Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson powered the Kiwis to victory. Now, they face India in a high-stakes title clash.

Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand set to face India in finals

India secured a dominant 44-run victory over New Zealand in Dubai, booking a semifinal clash with Australia. Varun Chakravarty impressed on his tournament debut, while Shreyas Iyer played a crucial role in India's triumph. Can India carry this momentum into the semis?

Champions Trophy 2025 semi-finalists confirmed: India to face Australia

India defeat New Zealand by 44 runs, set up semis clash with Australia

India finds itself in a tough spot as New Zealand takes control of the Group A clash. After being sent in to bat first in Dubai, India slumped to 182/6, with key wickets falling early. Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill were dismissed inside six overs, while Shreyas Iyer fought hard with a crucial 79 before getting out. Can India fight back, or will New Zealand seal the game?

India struggles as New Zealand dominates group a clash

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