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Don't see any reason why Joe Root wouldn't eclipse Sachin Tendulkar at some point: Chris Jordan

English bowling all-rounder Chris Jordan has shared his views on England's Bazball approach as well as on the possibility of Joe Root overtaking Sachin Tendulkar's Test tally, in an exclusive conversation with CricTracker.

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IPL 2026: 4 Players KKR can target to replace Mustafizur Rahman

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has directed Kolkata Knight Riders to part ways with Mustafizur Rahman ahead of the IPL 2026 season. Speaking

Rohit Sharma News / Crictoday / January 3

Not Rohit or Harmanpreet, Vaishnavi Sharma Names the World’s Best Captain

Team India’s rising star cricketer Vaishnavi Sharma has been dominating social media these days. Along with her impressive performances on the field, her beauty has also been widely talked about.

Hardik Pandya News / Cricketnmore / January 3

Hardik Pandya Slams Five Sixes In An Over To Score Maiden Vijay Hazare Trophy Century

Vijay Hazare Trophy: India’s premier all-rounder Hardik Pandya produced a sensational knock to mark his maiden List A century, continuing his golden run of form for Baroda against Vidarbha in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy at the Niranjan Shah Stadium on Saturday.

Ben Stokes News / Cricketnmore / January 3

England Captain Ben Stokes Says No Coasting In 'Huge' Final Ashes Clash

Captain Ben Stokes on Saturday called the fifth and final Test against Australia a "huge game" for England and vowed there would be no coasting at the end of a long and draining Ashes tour.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 3

Ashes 2025: Australia vs England 5th Test Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between AUS vs ENG Test match?

With a purpose to avenge their Boxing Day Test match defeat, Australia will take on England in the fifth Test match at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Sunday, January 4.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 3

IPL 2026: KKR Release Mustafizur Rahman After BCCI Ruling

The Kolkata Knight Riders: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have confirmed that Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman has been released from their Indian Premier League (IPL) squad following instructions from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to do so.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 3

Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood ruled out after being named in T20 World Cup squad

Australia will head into the T20 World Cup 2026 with injured Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood. The development was confirmed by George Bailey, who leads Cricket Australia’s selection panel.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 3

BPL 2025-26: Sylhet Titans vs Chattogram Royals 7th T20 Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between SLT vs CHR?

The 7th match of Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025-26 will played between Sylhet Titans against Chattogram Royals at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium as the rescheduled fixture.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 3

Azizul Hakim To Lead Bangladesh Squad For U19 World Cup 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Saturday named Azizul Hakim as captain of a strong squad for the upcoming ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup, to be co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia, with Zawad Abrar appointed as his deputy.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 3

IPL 2026: Madan Lal Backs BCCI After KKR Told To Release Mustafizur

Kolkata Knight Riders: Former India cricketer Madan Lal has backed the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) decision to ask IPL franchise Kolkata

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 3

Gerhard Erasmus To Lead Namibia's Squad For T20 World Cup 2026

Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground: All-rounder Gerhard Erasmus will lead Namibia's quest for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, which is scheduled to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 3

BCCI removes Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from IPL 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday instructed the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from their team for the the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 3

IPL 2026: BCCI asks KKR to release Bangladesh's Mustafizur Rahman from squad

Following the massive criticism over communal violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has strictly directed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 3

India Combined ODI Team 2025: Men’s and Women’s Best XI

2025 was nothing short of extraordinary for Indian cricket. IThe year witnessed unprecedented glory—two ICC trophies gleaming in the cabinet, both earned through grit, determination, and sheer brilliance. The Men won the Trophy of champions in UAE, rampaging past without defeat.

Pat Cummins News / Cricketnmore / January 3

Cummins, Hazlewood To Miss Pakistan Series But Hopefull For T20 WC: Bailey

T20 World Cup: Australia chairman of selectors, George Bailey, expressed confidence that Hazlewood and Tim David would be ready in time for the World Cup and remained hopeful that a scan for Pat Cummins scheduled for the end of January would bring encouraging news after his Ashes workload.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 3

BCCI Has Instructed KKR To Release Bangladesh Pacer Mustafizur Rahman: Devajit Saikia

Kolkata Knight Riders: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia said that the board has formally asked Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladesh pace spearhead Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of the IPL 2026 season, ending weeks of controversy surrounding the high-profile signing.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 3

“He is more than capable”: Irfan Pathan backs Shubman Gill amid Virat Kohli comparisons

Shubman Gill’s role in Indian cricket has grown significantly over the past year, culminating in his promotion to captaincy in both Test and ODI cricket in 2025.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 3

Rifle-toting police will patrol the 5th Ashes cricket test in Sydney following Bondi shootings

SYDNEY (AP) — Police with long-armed rifles, a rarity at sporting events in Australia, will patrol the final Ashes cricket test in Sydney starting on Sunday as part of heightened security measures following the Bondi Beach terror attack in the city.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 3

$Rib fracture rules Sai Sudharsan out of Vijay Hazare Trophy$

Rib fracture rules Sai Sudharsan out of Vijay Hazare Trophy

Top-order batter B Sai Sudharsan has been ruled out of the rest of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 after sustaining a rib fracture. The injury took place while the batter was diving to complete a run during the Round 1 game of the Elite Group A between Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh at the Gujarat College Ground, Ahmedabad.

Shubman Gill News / Crictoday / January 3

Why is Shubman Gill not playing against Sikkim in the Vijay Hazare Trophy?

Shubman Gill was expected to play against Sikkim in the Vijay Hazare Trophy on Saturday. However, he was ruled out of the match due to food poisoning. According to Sportstar, Gill was sidelined at the last minute.

Virat Kohli News / CricketGully / January 3

Top 5 Records Virat Kohli Could Achieve in 2026

Virat Kohli, India's cricket superstar, had a defining year in 2025, which involved parting emotional ways, glory with silverware, and continued domination across formats.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 3

Most Popular Men Cricketers on Instagram in 2025

In India, cricketers are worshipped even if they are not consistently part of the Indian team. Some players build massive fan followings during their time playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 3

I Want To See Both Rohit And Kohli Playing For The Longest Time: Irfan Pathan

ODI World Cup: India will kick off their 2026 campaign with a home white-ball series against New Zealand, beginning with a three-match ODI series that will see Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to action in India colours.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 3

'I Feel Like I'm Doing Alright At The Moment': Steve Smith Shuts Down Retirement Talks

With Usman Khawaja: Australian stand-in captain Steve Smith is ready to relinquish captaincy to a younger candidate in the absence of captain Pat Cummins if that is what the selectors wish to do.

Mohammed Siraj News / Cricfit / January 2

Tilak Varma And Mohammed Siraj Likely To Play Vijay Hazare Trophy Before IND vs NZ ODIs

India pacer Mohammed Siraj and batter Tilak Varma have been drafted into Hyderabad’s squad ahead of the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. As per a SportStar report, both players are expected to feature in Hyderabad’s next Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Chandigarh, scheduled to be played in Rajkot on Saturday, January 3.

Shubman Gill News / Cricfit / January 2

Shubman Gill Returns to Domestic Cricket as Punjab Matches Go Behind Closed Doors

Indian batter Shubman Gill is set to return to domestic cricket, but his comeback will take place away from public view. Punjab’s upcoming domestic fixtures against Sikkim and Goa will be conducted without spectators, following strict guidelines issued by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).