According to reports, Ishan Kishan turned down BCCI's offer for redemption in the Test series against England. The decision came before Dhruv Jurel's remarkable performance in Ranchi. Kishan, not included in BCCI's annual retainers, last played for India in November 2023. Despite being given a chance by the team management, he declined, stating he wasn't ready yet. Jurel's outstanding batting and wicketkeeping skills in the series, especially his match-winning 90 in Ranchi, further solidified India's performance, earning him the Player of the Match accolade.

Indian cricketer K L Rahul is set to miss the fifth Test against England in Dharamsala due to a sore right quadriceps. He's seeking expert opinion in London and will focus on fully recovering for the IPL and potential selection for the T20 World Cup. His absence opens up opportunities for players like Rajat Patidar and Devdutt Padikkal. Meanwhile, Jasprit Bumrah is expected to lead India's bowling attack as they aim to secure crucial World Test Championship points. India currently sit second in the standings behind New Zealand.

With just 100 days left until the Men's T20 World Cup 2024, the ICC has unveiled its official campaign film, featuring cricket superstars like Quinton de Kock and Kieron Pollard. The film captures the excitement surrounding the tournament, set to take place in the West Indies and USA from June 1 to June 29. Following unprecedented demand during the ballot phase, general tickets for the event will be available starting February 22. Cricket fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating the largest ICC event ever played, with 20 international teams competing across nine host cities.

India secured a series-clinching victory against England in the 4th Test with a stunning comeback on day four. Shubman Gill (52) and Dhruv Jurel (39) guided India to a five-wicket win after a tense chase of 192 runs. Despite a shaky start at 120-5, their unbeaten partnership of 72 led India to victory. England's hopes were dashed despite Shoaib Bashir's heroics, as India sealed the series 3-1. The win marked a historic series defeat for captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum. The fifth and final Test is scheduled for March 7 in Dharamsala.          

Shoaib Bashir spun a web around India's batsmen, helping England take control on day two of the fourth Test in Ranchi. Bashir's 4-84 restricted India to 219-8, trailing England by 134 runs. Joe Root's unbeaten 122 powered England to 353. In reply, India struggled, losing early wickets including skipper Rohit Sharma for just two. Yashasvi Jaiswal fought with a fluent 73, but fell to Bashir. England's bowlers dominated, with Tom Hartley also chipping in. Dhruv Jurel and Kuldeep Yadav showed resistance, but England ended the day firmly in command.

At just eight years, Ashwath Kaushik from Singapore created history, becoming the youngest to defeat a chess grandmaster during the Burgdorfer Stadthaus Open in Switzerland. Surpassing the previous record set last month, Ashwath achieved the milestone at 8 years, 6 months, and 11 days, outshining opponent Jacek Stopa. The young chess prodigy, born in India in 2015, has already won the World Under-8 Rapid championship in 2022 and gained attention from renowned figures like Anish Giri. Despite no family chess tradition, Ashwath's dedication, practicing seven hours daily, brings him success.

Anand Mahindra, Chairperson of Mahindra & Mahindra, extends a touching gesture to Naushad Khan, father of cricketer Sarfaraz Khan, offering a Thar SUV as appreciation for his role as an 'inspirational father'. Sarfaraz recently earned his India Test cap, marking a significant milestone. Mahindra praised Naushad's unwavering support, stating, "Hard work. Courage. Patience. What better qualities than those for a father to inspire in a child?" Naushad, an employee with Western Railways, ensured Sarfaraz's dreams thrived despite financial challenges, selling toffees and cucumbers in trains to making ends meet and support his son. The gift symbolizes gratitude for Naushad's pivotal role in Sarfaraz's journey to success.

After a crushing 434-run loss to India in Rajkot, England's 'Bazball' strategy faces intense scrutiny. Former captains Michael Vaughan and Nasser Hussain slammed England's performance, marking it as their heaviest defeat under Ben Stokes' leadership. Vaughan criticized the team's attitude, deeming their statements during the Test as "smug" and "disrespectful to Test cricket". He singled out Ben Duckett's claim that 'Bazball' influenced Yashasvi Jaiswal's outstanding double century. India's dominance, fueled by Ravindra Jadeja's five-wicket haul and strong batting from Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and debutant Sarfaraz Khan, underscored England's shortcomings on the field.

India's dominant 434-run victory against England in the third Test elevates them to the second spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) points table. Led by Rohit Sharma, India now holds a 2-1 series lead. Yashasvi Jaiswal's unbeaten double century and Ravindra Jadeja's five-wicket haul were pivotal in India's historic win, marking their largest-ever Test victory. The triumph surpasses their previous 372-run win against New Zealand in 2021. New Zealand maintains the top spot in the WTC with a 75% point percentage, while India secures second place with 59.52%.

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar praises Yashasvi Jaiswal and debutant Sarfaraz Khan for their stellar performance in India's historic Test victory against England. Jaiswal secured his second consecutive double century, joining cricket legends Sir Don Bradman and Vinod Kambli in history. Sarfaraz marked an unforgettable debut with fifties in both innings. Tendulkar, though regretting not watching live, celebrates their outstanding knocks. India's record 434-run win, guided by Ravindra Jadeja's five-wicket haul, secures a 2-1 lead in the series. Jaiswal becomes the third Indian with consecutive double tons after Kambli and Virat Kohli.