KL Rahul has voiced his support for Karun Nair, who makes a comeback to the Indian Test squad after eight years, citing impressive domestic and county cricket performances. Nair’s recent stint with Northampton and a double century for India A highlight his form.
Following a tragic stampede after RCB’s IPL victory celebrations, the BCCI will discuss standard guidelines for such events in its Apex Council meeting on June 14. While RCB faces no punishment, the board aims to prevent future incidents.
Magnus Carlsen’s frustrated reaction to losing against D. Gukesh at Norway Chess 2025 went viral, sparking memes and social media buzz. Carlsen slammed the table, while Gukesh embraced the meme trend, even sharing his favorite one. The incident has highlighted chess’s broader appeal and the impact of social media on the sport, engaging enthusiasts and casual observers alike.
Major League Cricket’s third season makes history as the Oakland Coliseum hosts its first top-level cricket match on the US West Coast. The San Francisco Unicorns will face the Washington Freedom in a rematch of the 2024 final. This event marks a significant step in growing cricket in the United States, with the tournament extending to Texas and Florida.
Shubman Gill’s appointment as India’s Test captain and his bat sticker featuring “Prince” alongside “MRF Genius” have stirred conversations. This differs from legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, who endorsed MRF without personal nicknames on their bats. As Gill prepares for the England tour in June 2025, his leadership and MRF association mark a new chapter for Indian cricket.
Major League Cricket’s 2025 season is set to captivate audiences from June 13 to July 14, featuring six teams battling across three US venues. The tournament will commence with a rematch of the 2024 final between Washington Freedom and San Francisco Unicorns. International stars like Sunil Narine and Faf du Plessis will participate, with playoffs hosted at Grand Prairie Stadium.
Gautam Gambhir, India’s head coach, and Shubman Gill, the new Test captain, addressed the team, heralding a fresh era after the retirement of key players. Gambhir lauded Karun Nair’s comeback after eight years and welcomed new players like Sai Sudharsan and Arshdeep Singh. The series against England marks India’s start in the ICC World Test Championship cycle for 2025-27.
Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden criticized South Africa’s lack of intent on day one of the WTC final against Australia, highlighting Bavuma’s slow start. Sanjay Bangar emphasized Australia’s strong position due to early wickets. Despite Smith and Webster’s fifties, Rabada’s five-wicket haul restricted Australia to 212.
Major League Cricket 2025 commences today, with all six franchises confirming their captains. Jason Holder will lead Los Angeles Knight Riders, but Sunil Narine will stand in for the first two matches. Nicholas Pooran replaces Kieron Pollard as MI New York’s captain, while Glenn Maxwell takes over from Steve Smith at Washington Freedom.
