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Royal Challengers Bengaluru, on Thursday, issued a statement almost three months after the tragic stampede incident during their IPL 2025 title celebrations, which left 11 people dead and 56 others injured outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on June 4. The tragedy happened in less than 24 hours after RCB’s biggest moment, where they won their maiden IPL trophy. On June 3, they ended their 18-year long wait by defeating Punjab Kings in the final of IPL 2025 in Ahmedabad. However, the joy quickly turned into despair as a massive crowd gathered, after a string of social media posts…

Maharashtra’s chief selector, Akshay Darekar, has backed Prithvi Shaw to make a strong comeback, saying the opener is committed to turning things around. After a turbulent 2024 season, Shaw has found his rhythm in his debut stint for Maharashtra in the ongoing Buchi Babu Trophy 2025, scoring a century and a half-century in just two games. In his debut match against Chhattisgarh in Chennai, the 25-year-old smashed an impressive 111 off 141 balls. He followed it up with 66 runs off 96 balls against TNCA President XI, showing consistency and intent. Speaking to Mid-way, Darekar highlighted Shaw’s improvement in both…

Former Indian cricketer and coach Rahul Dravid has always been regarded as one of India’s most technically sound batters. His solid defence and elegant stroke play made him one of the toughest batters to bowl to. On Ashish Kaushik’s podcast Haal Chaal Aur Sawaal, Dravid reflected on balance at the crease and why shorter players often appear more natural. “Gavaskar was a beautifully balanced player. I always remember, he always seemed to. There was a stillness when he stood, which is what I admired. I was always slightly taller, so I didn’t copy anything. I just stood in a way…

Narayan Jagadeesan, the Tamil Nadu wicketkeeper-batter, has opened up about the impact of his former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) teammate Robin Uthappa on his career. Jagadeesan and Uthappa shared the CSK dressing room between 2020 and 2022, playing under MS Dhoni alongside Ravindra Jadeja. Speaking to ESPNcricinfo, Jagadeesan revealed how Uthappa influenced his approach as both a cricketer and an individual. “Robin has instilled more discipline in me regarding how to approach each session,” Jagadeesan said. “He has taught me many things, making me calm and secure, not just as a cricketer but as an individual, and to stay present.”…

Ravikumar Samarth is set to appear for Vidarbha in the upcoming Ranji Trophy. Samarth told Cricbuzz that he has got the NOC. “I have taken the NOC from Uttarakhand and am waiting for the formalities,” Samarth said. Samarth played for Uttarakhand last season, but before that, he appeared in all his matches for Karnataka. He made his debut in 2013. Since then, he has played 95 First-class matches, and in 166 innings he has scored 6,157 runs at an average of 39.72, which includes 15 centuries and 35 half-centuries. His best score in First-class is 235. He has also played…

Veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has been left out of the Asia Cup 2025 squad, but he is not giving up. The 35-year-old has confirmed that he will be playing the Duleep Trophy, which starts on August 28. Speaking about his omission on News24Sports, Shami said, “I don’t blame anyone for non-selection or complain about it. If I’m right for the team, select me; if I’m not, then I have no issues with it. Selectors have the responsibility to do what’sbest for Team India. I have a belief in my abilities that if and when I’m granted an opportunity, I’ll…

Zimbabwe women’s cricketer Kelis Ndhlovu has been banned from bowling in international matches after her action was found to be illegal by the International Cricket Council (ICC). The 19-year-old left-arm spinner was reported by match officials during the first ODI against Ireland in Belfast on 26 July. She later underwent testing in Pretoria, South Africa, where it was confirmed that her bowling action was illegal. The apex cricket body has announced her suspension with immediate effect. According to ICC regulations under Article 6.1, Ndhlovu is not permitted to bowl in international cricket until she undergoes a reassessment that confirms her…

The 62nd edition of Duleep Trophy will start on Thursday (August 28) in Bengaluru. As per sources close to RevSportz, fans will not be allowed to watch these matches to be held at the BCCI Centre of Excellence ground. Although the incidents are in no way related, crowd and cricket don’t go hand-in-hand in Bengaluru at the moment, following the stampede tragedy during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory parade at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Duleep Trophy was first played in 1961-62. This year, it has gone back to the zonal format. In 2024-25, it was contested between Team A, B, C…

Pakistan bowling coach Ashley Noffke reveals Shaheen Afridi is in good shape ahead of the Asia Cup. The pacer has recovered well after a back injury. He was not included in the squad for the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh in July. Pakistan won the series 3-0. The coach acknowledged the improvements in Afridi’s performance in the recently concluded white-ball series against the West Indies. “In terms of pace, he is aware it has dropped and he has experienced a dip in form.” He felt that the bowler’s confidence level is going up, “Recovering pace takes time, but we’re building…

England offered a mix of Bazball and traditional cricket in the recent series against India. Up next for them is a tough tour of Australia. Former Australian cricketer Justin Langer feels England should play aggressive cricket in the Ashes series. Speaking on the BBC Sounds’ For the Love of Cricket podcast, Langer explained why. “Call it Bazball or the aggressive approach, I think England must play that approach in Australia. Because it’ll put pressure back on,” he said. “The only players who had success against Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath were those who attacked them. They got back in their…