The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to raise governance concerns against Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi at the upcoming ICC meeting, alleging his dual roles as PCB chief and Pakistan’s Interior Minister violate ICC regulations. The BCCI has reportedly secured support from the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) to strengthen its case. The issue may escalate tensions between India and Pakistan ahead of key ICC deliberations in Dubai. (PC: X)

Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri, 42, has announced potential retirement plans, stating he will hang up his boots if Bengaluru FC fails to win ISL 2025-2026 and qualify for continental competition. The veteran striker aims to score 15 goals this season before retiring. Chhetri, who retired from international football last year, made a comeback in June at former coach Manolo Marquez's request for Asian Cup qualifiers. However, India remained winless after four games and failed to qualify. Chhetri scored only one goal in six international appearances, bringing his career tally to 95 goals marking fourth highest among active players after Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. He expressed no regrets about his comeback decision. (PC: BCCI)

Former Australian winger Ryan Williams officially became an Indian citizen, receiving his passport from Bengaluru FC teammate Sunil Chhetri in a ceremonial moment. Williams, who has Australian-Indian heritage through his Mumbai-born mother, represents AIFF's historic first step in including Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) in the national football setup. Before the handover, Chhetri quizzed Williams on Indian street food and pop culture. Williams has scored 13 goals with five assists in 46 games for Bengaluru FC since 2023. Nepal-born defender Abneet Bharti is also attending the Indian national team camp on trial. Williams' reported inclusion ahead of AFC Asian Cup qualifiers brings speed, direct running, and finishing qualities India has lacked.

Tata Motors announced it will gift each Indian women's cricket team member an exclusive Tata Sierra SUV from the first production batch to celebrate their historic ICC Women's World Cup victory. India won their maiden title last week, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final at Navi Mumbai. Each player will receive the top-end model of the soon-to-be-launched SUV. Tata Motors stated, "Legend Meets Legends," celebrating the team's legendary performance with a bold, versatile, timeless vehicle. The team recently met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where captain Harmanpreet Kaur presented a signed jersey and the World Cup trophy. They had previously met Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (PC: NDTV Sports & Mint)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the Indian women’s cricket team at his residence to celebrate their World Cup win. Players, coach Amol Muzumdar, and BCCI president Mithun Manhas joined the dinner. A video from the event went viral showing PM Modi serving food to injured player Pratika Rawal, who attended in a wheelchair. “Aapko koi kuch de nahi raha, kya pasand hai aapko?” Modi asked warmly. Rawal had missed the knockout matches due to injury. The Prime Minister praised the team, saying cricket is the “life of the people” in India and congratulated them for making the nation proud.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday attached assets worth ₹11.14 crore belonging to former Indian cricketers Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan in connection with the 1xBet money laundering case. The agency said the action was taken under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The attached assets include mutual fund investments worth ₹6.64 crore in Raina’s name and an immovable property valued at ₹4.5 crore linked to Dhawan. The ED is investigating alleged illegal betting and laundering activities involving 1xBet. Both players have not yet issued any public statement on the matter. (PC: News18)

Tata Motors has announced that it will present the first production units of its soon-to-launch Tata Sierra SUVs to the members of the India women’s national cricket team following their championship win at the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. Each player will receive the top-spec version ahead of the Sierra’s public launch in India on November 25. The automaker described the gesture as a salute to the athletes’ dedication and a reflection of the Sierra’s own values of ambition and innovation. 

Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) will honor Richa Ghosh with a gold-plated bat and ball at Eden Gardens for her stellar World Cup performance. CAB President Sourav Ganguly and Jhulan Goswami will present the award recognizing her "outstanding achievements." Richa scored 235 runs at 133.52 strike rate, including a crucial 34-run cameo in the final against South Africa, reportedly playing with a fractured finger. Ganguly praised her "remarkable talent, composure, and fighting spirit." The second Siliguri cricketer after Wriddhiman Saha to represent India, Richa's trophy cabinet includes Women's World Cup, U-19 World Cup, WPL title, Asian Games gold, and Commonwealth Games silver. CAB hopes her recognition inspires more Bengal girls. (PC: NDTV Sports)

India's Women's World Cup-winning cricket team will meet President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhawan today at noon, departing at 10:15 AM IST. This follows Wednesday's felicitation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his Lok Kalyan Marg residence, where the team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, wore formal attire and winner's medals. PM Modi praised their historic achievement and remarkable comeback after three consecutive league-stage defeats and social media trolling. The team presented him a signed jersey during their group interaction. The squad arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday evening amid tight security. Celebrations continued at their hotel, with Jemimah Rodrigues, Radha Yadav, and Sneh Rana dancing to dhol beats, cheered by staff and guests. (PC: X & NDTV)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the 2025 IPL champions, have been put up for sale by their owner, Diageo. The franchise plays in both the IPL and Women’s Premier League (WPL). Diageo has started the sale process and expects it to finish by March 31, 2026. RCB has been part of the IPL since 2008 and won the WPL in 2024. Top players like Virat Kohli, Smriti Mandhana, and Josh Hazlewood are in the team. Reports say Diageo is seeking around USD 2 billion. Interested buyers, including Adar Poonawalla, may participate. The team will still play in upcoming auctions. (PC: NDTV)