Trent Boult's decision to pull out of New Zealand Cricket's central contract has left the cricket fraternity surprised. The 33-year-old left-arm pacer is one of the vital cogs in New Zealand's fast bowling unit across formats and is one of the best in the world at present.

33-yr-old seamer wanting to maximise his earning potential: Australia legend on Trent Boult's contract snub

Ross Taylor, one of the greatest batters to have played for New Zealand, has opened up about facing racism in his own team's dressing room in his new book. The former New Zealand batter has made some shocking revelations stating that cricket remains "a pretty white sport in New Zealand" and that he endured racist comments which were usually considered "banter" by those involved.

Brown face in a vanilla line-up: New Zealand great Ross Taylor makes shocking racism claims in his new book

India has developed into a superpower in the world of cricket and perhaps its biggest gift to the game was the Indian Premier League. A look at the cash-rich tournament that has captivated cricket fan all around the world.

India@75: IPL – India’s gift to world cricket

After beating India for the first time in a World Cup clash during the 2021 T20 showpiece event last year, Pakistan will face Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue when both sides meet in the forthcoming Asia Cup.

'We only care about those 2-3 games vs India' - Former Pak pacer slams Babar & Co. ahead of Asia Cup

MS Dhoni remains the darling of the masses. Despite retiring from international cricket on August 15, 2020, the 41-year-old continues to be the heartthrob of the nation for his rich contribution to Indian cricket during his 15-year-long illustrious career.

WATCH: MS Dhoni wins hearts again! Ex-Team India skipper interacts with fans at Ranchi airport

New Zealand pacer Trent Boult's decision to snub New Zealand Cricket (NZC)'s central contract has left many surprised. Boult was released from the central contract list by NZC on Wednesday (August 10) at his own request as the fast bowler has decided to spend more time with his family.

Will Trent Boult play T20 World Cup after snubbing central contract? NZC CEO David White responds

India has bone from being underdogs to the dominant force in world cricket. The 1983 World Cup victory was the beginning of a new dawn for Indian cricket.

India@75: A cricket superpower

Virat Kohli is gearing up for his return in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will be held in the UAE from August 27-September 11. Kohli was out of action during Rohit Sharma-led India's white-ball tour of West Indies as the out-of-form batter was given rest and, hence, all eyes are now on his comeback.

Asia Cup: Virat Kohli to become 2nd cricketer to complete unique ton in India's opener vs Pakistan

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar shared an emotional video from his hospital bed after undergoing knee surgery in Melbourne. One of the fastest bowlers to have graced the game, Akhtar was a nightmare to face for the best of batters during his playing days.

'Hopefully, this is last..': Shoaib Akhtar shares emotional video from hospital bed after his knee surgery

Team India's star batter Shikhar Dhawan has opened up on his absence from the T20I squad despite his consistent performances with the bat. Dhawan has not been part of India's T20I squad for quite a while now and played his last T20I for the Men in Blue against Sri Lanka in July last year and has since not been part of the squad.

'I honestly don't know': Shikhar Dhawan on reason behind his absence from India's T20I squad

The Indian team has already begun their preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 as they aim to go the distance this time around after enduring a disappointing campaign in the showpiece event last year.

'He is a very good commentator': Ajay Jadeja doesn't want Dinesh Karthik in India's T20 World Cup 2022 squad

Former South African umpire Rudi Koertzen, along with three other people died in a car accident near Riversdale on Tuesday, a news report revealed. The 73-year-old Koertzen was on his way back home from Cape Town to Despatch in Eastern Cape, after a golf weekend when the tragic incident took place.

Former South African umpire Rudi Koertzen passes away in a car accident

The shocking news of South African umpire Rudi Koertzen's tragic demise left the cricket fraternity mourning on Tuesday (August 09). Koertzen was one of the respected umpires in the game and stood in a total of 331 international matches in his umpiring career.

'Play sensibly': Virender Sehwag pays tribute to Rudi Koertzen, reveals late umpire used to scold him

Former Indian captain Mohammad Azharuddin slammed the Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's cricket team after their defeat against Australia in the gold medal match at the Commonwealth Games 2022 on Sunday (August 07).

Rubbish batting, no common sense: Mohammad Azharuddin slams India after CWG final defeat against Australia

The Indian women's cricket team once again succumbed to the big stage fright to suffer a nine-run defeat against the mighty Australia in the gold medal match of the Commonwealth Games here on Sunday.

Big stage fright gets to India again as they lose to Australia in CWG 2022 final to settle for silver

India continued their dominant run in the fifth and final T20I against West Indies on Sunday (August 07) as they thrashed the hosts by 88 runs to win the five-match series 4-1.

'Yeah, why not?': Hardik Pandya on becoming Indian team's permanent captain in future

The women's cricket final between India and Australia at the Commonwealth Games 2022 on Sunday was marred with controversy after Tahlia McGrath was allowed to play for the Aussies despite testing positive for COVID-19 ahead of the game.

'If we get COVID, so be it': Megan Schutt on Tahlia McGrath playing against India despite testing positive

Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya is leading the Indian team in the ongoing 5th and final T20I against West Indies as captain Rohit Sharma is not playing the game. India have made several changes in their playing XI for the final T20I against the hosts in Lauderhill, Florida.

Hardik Pandya reveals why captain Rohit Sharma is not playing in 5th T20I against West Indies

Team India have witnessed several captaincy changes already this year with as many as seven captains leading the team across formats so far in 2022. While Rohit Sharma is India's permanent captain across all three formats, there have been multiple captaincy changes this year due to COVID-19, injuries and giving rest to players.

7 captains in 7 months! Rohit Sharma gives his take on India's multiple captaincy changes in 2022

Indian captain Rohit Sharma broke former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi's elite international record with his fiery knock in the 4th T20I against West Indies on Sunday (August 07).

Rohit Sharma breaks Shahid Afridi's record, becomes 2nd highest six hitter in international cricket

Arshdeep Singh`s three-wicket haul helped India to defeat West Indies by 59 runs at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill on Saturday.

Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan shine as India thrash West Indies by 59 runs in 4th T20I, seal series

Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's team defeated England by 4 runs in a thrilling semi-final to book a spot in the final of women's cricket at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2022.

Harmanpreet Kaur-led India enter CWG 2022 final after beating England by 4 runs in a thriller

Virat Kohli has been going through one of the worst lean patches in his international career so far as he has struggled to score runs consistently across formats for team India.

'He has lost his impact': Former Pakistani all-rounder makes bold comment on Virat Kohli's poor form

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has slammed the 'old powers' of cricket, Australia and England, over their criticism of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Gavaskar lashed out at those accusing the IPL for being the disruptor of the cricketing calendar and said the likes of England and Australia should mind their own business and not interfere in India's cricketing matters.

'Don't tell us what to do': Sunil Gavaskar lashes out at 'old powers' England, Australia for IPL criticism

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