Vihari questions selectors over Patidar, Kuldeep and Samson's Zimbabwe snub

India Invites Bangladesh PM Hasina to Attend BRICS Summit

India has extended an invitation to Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to attend the upcoming BRICS Summit. The move is being closely watched given the current political sensitivities surrounding Hasina's presence on Indian soil. Hasina has been residing in India following her ouster from power in Bangladesh, making her attendance a potentially controversial matter. Her participation in the summit could complicate diplomatic dynamics, with observers noting it may create friction given the circumstances of her stay in India.

Mayank Yadav Returns in Style, Clocks 149 kph With 2/18 Against Zimbabwe

Indian pacer Mayank Yadav made a strong comeback to competitive cricket, claiming 2 wickets for 18 runs against Zimbabwe. The Delhi fast bowler touched speeds of 149 kph during the match, signalling a return to full fitness. His return comes two years after injuries had seriously threatened to derail his career. The Board of Control for Cricket in India had continued to back him throughout his recovery period. His father had reportedly undertaken the Govardhan Parikrama pilgrimage in Mathura, praying for his son's recovery and return to the sport.

Raza blames substandard pitch for Zimbabwe's seven-wicket T20I loss to India

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza criticised the pitch following his side's seven-wicket defeat to India in the first T20I. Raza said early moisture in the surface made batting conditions particularly tough, while it became easier to bat on later in the match. He described the pitch as not meeting the required standard and expressed hope for more balanced conditions in the upcoming fixture. Despite the loss, Raza acknowledged the efforts of Wessly Madhevere and Tadiwanashe Marumani, whose contributions helped Zimbabwe recover from a precarious 32 for 4 to post a competitive total.

SC laments vanishing of joint family system