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UNCOVERED: 2 - The Untold Story

Wisden editor slams ‘Orwellian’ cricket authorities for being beholden to India’s ruling party

Lawrence Booth says ‘cricket has become an important piece on BJP’s geopolitical chessboard’

The Independent UK

BCCI Distances Itself from Abrar Ahmed Signing in The Hundred

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has clarified that it has no authority to intervene in the controversy surrounding the signing of Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed by the Sunrisers franchise for the upcoming season of The Hundred.

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BCCI Announces ₹131 Crore Cash Reward After India’s Historic ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Victory

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced a cash reward of ₹131 crore for Team India following their historic triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The reward recognizes the exceptional performance of the players, coaching staff, and selectors who played a crucial…

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Inside the geopolitical drama threatening to overshadow T20 Cricket World Cup

Boycotts, security fears and power struggles collide as cricket’s most profitable event begins in South Asia this month. Namita Singh reports from Delhi

The Independent UK

How a shambolic T20 World Cup could lead to redemption for England

Brendon McCullum’s England have the tools to seize glory amid a backdrop of turmoil between hosts India, fierce rivals Pakistan, and the now withdrawn Bangladesh

The Independent UK

Tilak Varma’s Emotional Comeback Powers India to Confident Warm-Up Win Over South Africa

India all-rounder Tilak Varma made a stirring return from injury with a match-impacting performance and an emotional note of gratitude, as the defending champions defeated South Africa by 30 runs in their T20 World Cup warm-up match at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Wednesday.

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Pakistan boycott shows growing divide between cricket’s commercial needs and political reality

Latest row to hit the T20 World Cup raises difficult questions for the sport’s governing body, with a lucrative TV deal to protect amid the toxic politics

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BCCI Backs ICC’s Stand on Sportsmanship After Pakistan Boycotts India T20 World Cup Match

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday said it fully supports the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) position on sportsmanship following Pakistan’s decision to boycott its group-stage match against India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

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Breakdown in cricket relations with Bangladesh rings alarm bells for India’s Olympic bid

Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the men’s T20 World Cup has caused concern, with the IOC unlikely to award the 2036 Games to India if there is a risk of a boycott

The Guardian - UK

Bangladesh bans IPL broadcasts after one of its star cricketers is dropped by team

India and Bangladesh have been locked in an escalating spiral of geopolitical and diplomatic tensions since the summer of 2024 when a mass uprising toppled the government of Sheikh Hasina and sent her fleeing to Delhi

The Independent UK

‘Why can’t playtime be equal?’: A champion’s homecoming rewrites what Agra’s girls can be

In 2012, a family in Agra gathered in their living room — mother, father, four sons and a daughter. A lot of opinions had been given by extended family, neighbours and everyone else they knew. And now, a decision had to be made.

Newslaundry

No victory parade for women or parity: ‘Market forces’ merely a mask for BCCI’s gender bias

Before we get to the money in Indian women’s cricket, let’s talk about celebrations, or rather, the lack of them.

Newslaundry

India’s World Cup win can set a new world order in women’s cricket – if it spends money wisely

India would do well to remember that Australia’s domination was based on building from the grassroots up

The Guardian - UK

Rain and India injury woes boost Aussie World Cup hopes

Rain in Mumbai and an injury to a star India player bode well for champions Australia with their blockbuster semi-final approaching.

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India vs Pak: Why cricket’s favourite love-hate story echoes history

”India forces Pak to surrender”. That was The Telegraph’s front-page headline after India’s 39-run win over Pakistan in the 1996 World Cup quarter-final.

The Independent UK

BCCI files complaint against Pakistan players over controversial Asia Cup gestures

PCB reportedly retaliates against India captain Suryakumar Yadav’s politically charged post-match remarks

Newslaundry

Did Arnab really spare the BJP on India-Pak match after Op Sindoor?

India vs Pakistan is always billed as the match of the year. Stadiums sell out, fans go berserk, broadcasters rake in money. But this time, the frenzy is less about cricket and more about politics.

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Muslim women in Parliament: Ranee Narah’s journey from sportswoman to politician

Three days before Ranee Narah turned 47, on 28 October 2012, her then party colleague Himanta Biswa Sarma had tweeted, ‘Congratulation to Shrimati Rani Narah for her induction into the Union Council of Ministers.’

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India gambling ban leaves major brands scrambling – including main sponsor of national cricket team

New law bans real-money online games, forcing billion-dollar firms to suspend operations and cut deals

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India’s parliament bans vast online gambling industry

India’s new online gambling laws could see offenders face up to five years in prison.

Evening Standard

India blow as Nitish Kumar Reddy ruled out of rest of England series

All-rounder returns home to begin rehabilitation on knee injury

The Guardian - UK

Ball bother is dominating the India series but the Dukes is not the problem

Complaints over its general condition have been frustratingly prominent but the real issue is red-ball cricket has drastically changed

The Guardian - UK

ECB joins forces with BCCI to thwart new Saudi Arabia-backed T20 competition

The England and Wales Cricket Board has joined forces with the Board of Control for Cricket in India to try to thwart a new global Twenty20 league backed by Saudi Arabia

The Independent UK

Jasprit Bumrah explains why he resisted India Test captaincy temptation

On eve of England v India series, the bowling sensation explains his stance on the captaincy after Virat Kohli’s retirement

The Guardian - UK

ECB likely to continue as host of World Test Championship finals until at least 2031

England is likely to host the World Test Championship final for another three cycles, with the decision set to be ratified next month

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