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Yashasvi Jaiswal to move from Mumbai to Goa for 2025-26 domestic season

Mumbai, April 2: Indian batter Yashasvi Jaiswal is set to quit his domestic side Mumbai to make a switch to Goa ahead of the 2025-26 domestic cricket season and has secured a No-Objection-Certificate (NOC) from the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA).

Yashasvi Jaiswal makes stunning switch from Mumbai to Goa for 2025/26 domestic season

New Delhi, April 2: In a surprising development, India's left-handed opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has switched from Mumbai to Goa for the 2025/26 domestic cricket season, confirmed Vipul Phadke, the Goa Cricket Association (GCA) President.

Mumbai Cricket Association invites bids for team operation rights in upcoming T20 Mumbai League season 3

Mumbai, April 2: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has announced the release of a tender document inviting bids from interested and eligible parties for the right to operate two teams in the third season of T20 Mumbai League, according to a release from Mumbai Cricket Association.

Wagner retires from NZ domestic cricket with Plunket Shield win

Dunedin, April 1: Northern District have won the Plunket Shield First-Class competition in decisive fashion in Dunedin on Tuesday, for the first time since 2011/12. It is a poetic moment for Neil Wagner, who concludes his domestic career at the same ground he started at back in 2008.

Minnu, Harleen, Jemimah and Sneh named captains for Senior Women's Multi-Day Challenger Trophy

New Delhi, March 22: Minnu Mani, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues and Sneh Rana have been named captains of Teams A, B, C and D respectively for the upcoming Senior Women’s Multi-Day Challenger Trophy. The red-ball tournament will take place at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium and Abhimanyu Cricket Academy in Dehradun from March 25 to April 8.

BCCI Apex Council to finalise Women's ODI WC venues, domestic structure in March 22 meeting

New Delhi, March 18: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has called for an Apex Council meeting on Saturday, March 22 in Kolkata to discuss key decisions. The upcoming meeting, scheduled ahead of the IPL 2025 opener between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens, will address several key issues including venue selection for the 2025 ICC Women's ODI World Cup.

IPL 2025: Focus is on trying to play the way that I know how and prepare in the same way, says Karun Nair

New Delhi, March 16: Amidst the bevy of Indian batters aiming to get big runs in IPL 2025, all eyes of cricket connoisseurs will be on how Karun Nair fares for the Delhi Capitals, especially after being a literal run-machine in the recent domestic season for Vidarbha.

Punjab secures historic victory in Col C K Nayudu Trophy winners against Rest of India

Mohali, March 12: Punjab cricket celebrated yet another proud moment on Wednesday by emerging victorious in the highly anticipated clash between the Col C K Nayudu Trophy winners and the Rest of India at the IS Bindra Cricket Stadium.

Duleep Trophy, India A, and a shot at Indian team: Ranji top scorer Yash Rathod's simple plan

New Delhi, March 6: March 2 was the day when Vidarbha overcame the heartbreak of losing the 2023/24 Ranji Trophy final to be crowned as champions of the prestigious competition for the third time in front of their passionate home fans at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur.

Khurasiya avoids commenting on KCA president's criticism of Samson; feels sorry for Nair for lack ofopportunities

Thiruvananthapuram, March 4: Kerala coach Amay Khurasiya refrained from voicing his opinion about Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) president Jayesh George's criticism of Sanju Samson.

Tendulkar pays respect to Shivalkar, says 'His smooth action and rhythm were a treat to watch'

Mumbai, March 4: India's batting legend Sachin Tendulkar mourned the passing of former Ranji Trophy star and a stalwart of Mumbai Maidan cricket, Padmakar Shivalkar, who passed away due to age-related issues on Monday. Tendulkar, himself being an inspiration to come out of Mumbai, recalled playing against Shivalkar at the age of 13 and hailed his 'smooth action and rhythm which was a treat to watch'.

Team India wearing black armbands in honour of Padmakar Shivalkar

Dubai, March 4: The Indian Cricket Team was seen sporting black armbands on Tuesday during the first semi-final of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in honour of the late Padmakar Shivalkar.

Champions Trophy: Indian team wears black armbands against Australia to honour Padmakar Shivalkar

Dubai, March 4: Rohit Sharma-led Indian team was wearing black armbands during the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal clash against Australia on Tuesday in honour of left-arm spinner Padmakar Shivalkar, who passed away on Monday, aged 84.

BCCI mourns passing of Mumbai spinner Padmakar Shivalkar

Mumbai, March 4: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressed deep sorrow over the demise of former Ranji Trophy star and a stalwart of Mumbai cricket Padmar Shivalkar, who passed away due to age-related issues on Monday.

Mumbai Cricket legend Padmakar Shivalkar passes away at 84

Mumbai, March 4: Padmakar Shivalkar, one of the greatest Indian cricketers who was unlucky to not have played for the national team, passed away at the age of 84 in Mumbai on Monday.

Padmakar Shivalkar passes away of old-age aged 84

Mumbai, March 3: Former Ranji Trophy star and a stalwart of Mumbai Maidan cricket, Padmar Shivalkar passed away due to age-related issues here on Monday, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) informed.

Selectors will be 'closely monitoring' BCA's men's senior One-Day trophy, says Rakesh Tiwari

Patna, March 2: The Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) kicked off the men's senior One-Day trophy on Sunday. The domestic tournament will feature teams from across Bihar, offering players a platform to showcase their skills and compete at a high level.

A look at top performers from Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season

New Delhi, March 2: The latest edition of the Ranji Trophy concluded with Vidarbha securing their third Ranji Trophy title by securing a draw and a win on basis of second innings lead against Kerala on Sunday.

Vidarbha clinch third Ranji Trophy title

Nagpur, March 2: Vidarbha exorcised the ghosts of their 2023-24 heartbreak in the most emphatic way, clinching their third Ranji Trophy title with a commanding performance against Kerala.

Karun Nair's dream domestic season continues, levels with VVS Laxman's record

Nagpur, March 1: India and Vidarbha batter Karun Nair's dream domestic season continued as he scored yet another century, his ninth of the season during the Ranji Trophy final against Kerala on Saturday.

Keralite Karun Nair stands between Kerala's date with destiny in Ranji Trophy final

Thiruvananthapuram, March 1: Strangely a Keralite – Karun Nair playing for Vidarbha is now standing between the resilient Kerala Ranji squad which was aiming to write into history books on their first-ever appearance in the finals of India's premier domestic tournament.

Ranji Trophy: Karun Nair's century puts Vidarbha in driving seat

Nagpur, March 1: Karun Nair's fourth century of the Ranji Trophy season powered Vidarbha into a commanding position on the fourth day of the Ranji Trophy final against Kerala at the VCA Stadium in Jamtha on Saturday.

Ranji Trophy final: Karun Nair hits ninth century of season to put Vidarbha in firm position

Nagpur, March 1: Vidarbha in-form batter Karun Nair carried his sublime touch in the Ranji Trophy final against Kerala as he struck a century in the second innings to put his side in a solid position to claim the title at the VCA Stadium in Jamtha on Saturday.

Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha seize first-innings lead after Dubey's historic spell on Day 3

Nagpur, Feb 28: Vidarbha’s left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey carved his name in Ranji Trophy history on Day 3 of the final against Kerala at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, becoming the highest wicket-taker in a single season of the tournament to bowl out the visitors on 342 handing his side a minor lead of 37 runs.

Ranji Trophy: Harsh Dubey becomes highest wicket-taker in a single season

Nagpur, Feb 28: Vidarbha's left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey etched his name in the Ranji Trophy record books, setting the record for most wickets taken during a single season, picking up 3-88 on the third day of the final against Kerala at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium here on Friday.

Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha take control in final as Malewar, Nair stitch 205-run stand vs Kerala

Nagpur, Feb 26: Danish Malewar and Karun Nair batted for a majority of Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy final against Kerala and helped former champions Vidarbha get to 254/4 at stumps at the VCA Stadium in Jamtha here on Wednesday. After winning the toss and electing to field first, in their first-ever appearance in the final of India's premier domestic tournament, Kerala struck early with the ball.

The Significance of Ranji Trophy for Kerala Cricket Teams

London, Feb 25: The Ranji Trophy, India's premier first-class cricket championship, has long been a platform for discovering future stars and shaping national cricket careers.

Ranji Trophy final: When and where to watch Vidarbha vs Kerala, venue & squads

New Delhi, Feb 25: The first-ever finalists Kerala will take on two-time champions Vidarbha in the summit clash of the Ranji Trophy, which will be played at the VCA Stadium here in Jamtha from Wednesday.

Ranji Trophy: Kerala aim for maiden title in summit clash against two-time winners Vidarbha

Nagpur, Feb 25: Kerala have set their eye on their maiden Ranji Trophy title when they take on two-time champions Vidarbha in the summit clash, which will be played at the VCA Stadium here in Jamtha from Wednesday.

Ranji Trophy: Winning title will be big boost for Kerala cricket and its youngsters, says Sarwate

New Delhi, Feb 25: Since his first-class debut in October 2015, Aditya Sarwate's astute left-arm spin bowling and useful right-handed batting have been instrumental in Vidarbha's Ranji Trophy triumphs in 2017/18 and 2018/19.

Ranji Trophy: Kerala books title clash with Vidarbha by barest of margins

Ahmedabad, February 21: Kerala made history in Ahmedabad, securing their first-ever appearance in the Ranji Trophy finals after a win on the basis of first innings lead against Gujarat on Friday. On the other hand, Vidarbha outclassed defending champions Mumbai to secure an 80-run win in Nagpur.

Ranji Trophy: Sachin Baby leads Kerala's gritty fightback vs Gujarat

Ahmedabad, Feb 17: A resilient unbeaten half-century from Kerala captain Sachin Baby (69* off 193 balls) ensured his side ended a tense opening day at 206/4 against Gujarat in the Ranji Trophy semifinal at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Monday.

Ranji Trophy: Nizar, Nidheesh, Azharuddeen shine as Kerala secure second semifinal appearance

Pune, February 12: Kerala toppled Jammu and Kashmir on the basis of first innings lead, securing their second appearance in the Ranji Trophy semifinals following a draw at Pune on Wednesday.

Domestic cricket is important, but freshness matters too: Shikhar Dhawan on BCCI's new guidelines

New Delhi, February 12: Following India's disappointing 1-3 loss to Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) introduced a 10-point disciplinary guideline aimed at addressing key concerns within the team. Among the directives, a major focus has been on players returning to domestic cricket to regain form. Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan shared his views on the matter, supporting the idea but also stressing the need for managing player workload effectively.

Ranji Trophy: Nizar's heroic knock helps Kerala break J&K hearts to seal semis spot

Pune, Feb 12: Kerala scripted history by securing a place in the Ranji Trophy semifinals for only the second time, after surviving a nerve-wracking final day against Jammu & Kashmir, at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium here on Wednesday. The match, which hung in balance until the last 30 minutes, ended in a draw, with Kerala advancing due to their slender one-run first-inning lead.

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