World Cup shocker! ICC may shift Bangladesh matches out of India
Jan 04, 2026, at 08:24 pm
The International Cricket Council (ICC) may be open to considering a request from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to shift Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup matches out of India, media reports said on Sunday.
Saina Nehwal leads 5,000-strong crowd in Kolkata – This run is changing lives!
Jan 04, 2026, at 07:24 pm
Indian Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal on Sunday inaugurated the Ekal Run, organised by FTS Yuva, the youth wing of Friends of Tribals Society (FTS), with over 5,000 participants taking part in the event.
Bangladesh says ‘no’ to India tour for T20 WC after KKR drops star pacer Mustafizur Rahman
Jan 04, 2026, at 03:46 pm
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has decided not to travel to India to participate in the upcoming T20 World Cup, a day after Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released pacer Mustafizur Rahman ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League season.
Bangladeshi pacer out! Why KKR released Mustafizur Rahman before IPL 2026?
Jan 03, 2026, at 03:52 pm
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Saturday confirmed that it has released Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman from its squad ahead of the IPL 2026 season, following instructions from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
BCCI steps in: KKR told to release Mustafizur Rahman amid IPL political storm
Jan 03, 2026, at 11:51 am
Mumbai/IBNS: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has directed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from its squad amid a political controversy triggered by his inclusion during a period of rising violence against Hindus in Bangladesh.
Jason Gillespie reveals ‘humiliation’ during shocking short stint as Pakistan Coach
Jan 02, 2026, at 06:58 pm
Former Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie has revealed that he felt “humiliated” during his brief nine-month tenure as coach of the Pakistan Test team.
IOA to host India’s first National Athletes’ Forum in Ahmedabad on Jan 10
Dec 30, 2025, at 08:30 pm
In a significant move towards athlete-led governance in Indian sport, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) will host the country’s first-ever National Athletes’ Forum on January 10 in Ahmedabad.
Unsatisfactory: MCG under fire as ICC issues demerit point after Ashes thriller
Dec 29, 2025, at 04:02 pm
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday rated the pitch used for the recently concluded Ashes Test between England and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) as “unsatisfactory.”
Unsatisfactory: MCG under fire as ICC issues demerit point after Ashes thriller
Dec 29, 2025, at 03:59 pm
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday rated the pitch used for the recently concluded Ashes Test between England and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) as “unsatisfactory.”
Pakistani cricketer Imad Wasim’s marriage collapses amid ‘third party’ claim
Dec 28, 2025, at 10:14 pm
Pakistani cricketer Imad Wasim has announced his separation from his wife Sannia Ashfaq, citing irreconcilable differences, media reports said.
Cricket beyond limits: How Kolkata is changing the game for differently abled cricketers
Dec 27, 2025, at 06:09 pm
The West Bengal Cricket Association for the Differently Abled (WBCADA) proudly hosted the Eastern Zonal Tournament for Differently Abled Cricket Teams, featuring spirited players from Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.
Dec 27, 2025, at 05:58 pm
Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Mahbub Ali Zaki died after collapsing on the field moments before the start of a Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) match at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Friday, media reports said.
India announces T20 WC 2026 squad: Shubman Gill misses out, Axar Patel back as vice-captain
Dec 20, 2025, at 06:41 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: India’s selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, delivered a surprise-packed squad announcement for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, leaving out Shubman Gill and reinstating Axar Patel as vice-captain.
Dec 19, 2025, at 12:53 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has filed a Rs. 50 crore defamation case against Uttam Saha, president of the Argentina Fan Club of Kolkata, for allegedly linking him to the chaos at Lionel Messi’s event at Salt Lake Stadium last week, media reports said.
Dec 19, 2025, at 10:52 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Cricket legend Kapil Dev has questioned the relevance of a head coach in the national team, saying the side can be run more efficiently by a manager.
Why India’s first Women’s World Cup victory meant more to Mithali Raj than anyone else
Dec 18, 2025, at 11:37 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Team India’s maiden Women’s ODI World Cup triumph came as a moment of immense relief for former captain Mithali Raj, who had missed lifting the coveted trophy by the narrowest of margins during her playing career.
Smog forces abandonment of India vs South Africa 4th T20I in Lucknow
Dec 18, 2025, at 12:03 am
The fourth T20 International between India and South Africa in Lucknow on Wednesday was called off without a single ball being bowled after dense fog and poor visibility made play impossible.
KKR go all guns blazing at IPL 2026 auction, land Cameron Green in record deal
Dec 17, 2025, at 02:06 pm
Abu Dhabi/IBNS: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made a bold statement at the IPL 2026 mini-auction, combining global star power with a strong emphasis on emerging Indian talent to build a balanced and future-ready squad.
1996 World Cup hero Arjuna Ranatunga faces arrest in oil scam probe
Dec 16, 2025, at 10:22 am
Sri Lankan authorities are planning to arrest 1996 World Cup-winning captain Arjuna Ranatunga over alleged corruption linked to his tenure as the country’s petroleum minister, according to media reports.
‘Who broke the promise?’ Sunil Gavaskar questions Messi’s role in Kolkata fiasco
Dec 16, 2025, at 12:12 am
Lionel Messi’s much-hyped ‘GOAT Tour of India’ concluded on a mixed note, with a chaotic opening leg in Kolkata casting a shadow over an otherwise smooth series of appearances in Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi.
'You Can’t See Him Anymore': John Cena retires, WWE legends and former rivals pay tribute
Dec 15, 2025, at 02:12 pm
World Wrestling Entertainment's wrestling superstar John Cena, who entertained generations of fans and made phrases like 'you can't see me' popular, retired on Saturday.
Dec 15, 2025, at 02:07 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Lionel Messi’s much-anticipated G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025 began on a chaotic note in Kolkata on Saturday, as severe mismanagement at Salt Lake Stadium led to fan outrage, vandalism, and an early exit by the Argentine football icon.
GOATs unite at Wankhede: Lionel Messi meets Sachin Tendulkar in iconic moment
Dec 14, 2025, at 11:38 pm
Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium, forever etched in Indian cricketing history for hosting the country’s historic 2011 World Cup triumph, witnessed yet another unforgettable moment on Sunday as Argentine football legend Lionel Messi shared the stage with cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar.
GOAT India Tour back on track as Hyderabad hosts smooth Messi event after Kolkata chaos
Dec 14, 2025, at 01:16 am
Hyderabad/IBNS: Hyderabad restored order and atmosphere to Lionel Messi’s GOAT India Tour 2025 on Saturday, delivering a calm, well-managed event that stood in stark contrast to the earlier chaos witnessed in Kolkata.
Dec 13, 2025, at 05:23 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Anger and chaos erupted at Kolkata’s Vivekananda Yubabharati Stadium (Salt Lake Stadium) on Saturday after Argentine football icon Lionel Messi’s much-anticipated visit ended in disappointment for thousands of fans, triggering vandalism and protests.
Messi fever grips Kolkata as football icon unveils 70-foot statue, meets Shah Rukh Khan
Dec 13, 2025, at 11:23 am
Football legend Lionel Messi set Kolkata ablaze on Day 1 of his much-anticipated GOAT Tour in India, unveiling a towering 70-foot statue of himself and sharing a high-profile meeting with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. View this post on Instagram A post shared by India Blooms (@indiablooms) LIVE UPDATES: Messi arrives at Salt Lake Stadium joined by Luis Suarez and Rodrigo De Paul, to deafening chants. Messi presented with a special Mohun Bagan jersey bearing his name and the iconic No. 10. Chaos in Salt Lake Stadium as angry fans threw water bottles after failing to catch a glimpse of Messi properly. They tried to breach security cordon. Messi had to leave the stadium early. Angry crowd in Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium throwing bottles from gallery after they couldn’t see Messi properly #MessiInIndia pic.twitter.com/HxhkLsLcFl — India Blooms (@indiablooms) December 13, 2025
Tribute turns into roast: Kolkata’s 70-foot ‘Messi’ statue sparks meme storm ahead of inauguration
Dec 13, 2025, at 01:58 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata’s towering 70-foot statue of Lionel Messi — set to be virtually inaugurated by the football legend on Saturday — has become a viral sensation for all the wrong reasons.
Dec 12, 2025, at 08:22 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan will join football icon Lionel Messi during the latter’s G.O.A.T. India Tour at Kolkata’s Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium) on Saturday.
Dec 12, 2025, at 01:13 pm
Sayantan Kushari & Sagnik Roy and Joyrup Mullick & Pranab Roy emerged champions and runners-up with 45.89 and 28.84 Match Points (MPs) respectively in the Mall of the Millennium Match Point Pairs (Ranking Event) at the 67th Ashok Ruia Memorial Winter National Bridge Championship at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, New Town, on Thursday.
Bridge titans! Rajeshwar Tiwari & Shubham Acharya dominate Millennium Match Point Pairs event
Dec 11, 2025, at 12:03 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Rajeshwar Tiwari and Shubham Acharya are leading the field in the Millennium Match Point Pairs Event at the Ashok Ruia Memorial Winter National Bridge Championship, held at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, New Town.