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Cricket has evolved over the years with new rules to protect players’ safety and maintain the spirit of fair play. One such important rule is the Concussion Substitute, introduced by the International Cricket Council (ICC) in 2019. This rule allows a player who suffers a concussion during a match to be replaced by another player — ensuring both medical safety and balance in the contest. Concussion Substitute in Cricket Overview: FeatureDetailsIntroduced by ICC1 August 2019Applies toAll formats (Test, ODI, T20I, First-Class)Replacement TypeLike-for-Like (based on role)Approval AuthorityICC Match RefereeLatest UpdateJune 2025 – teams must name 5 possible substitutes before tossStand-Down Rule7…

Rain has always been cricket’s biggest enemy — delaying matches, frustrating fans, and impacting results. However, with modern technology and advanced drainage systems, several cricket stadiums across the world have overcome this challenge. These high-tech venues can clear rainwater within minutes and get the match back on track. Here’s a look at the top 5 cricket stadiums with the best drainage systems in the world, where rain is no longer a major obstacle. Top 5 Stadiums with Best Drainage Systems RankStadium NameLocationTechnology/FeaturePlay Ready Time1M. Chinnaswamy StadiumBengaluru, IndiaSubAir Vacuum Drainage15 mins2Eden GardensKolkata, IndiaSand-Based Advanced Drainage20 mins3Docklands StadiumMelbourne, AustraliaRetractable RoofInstant4Lord’s Cricket GroundLondon,…

BAN vs WI 2nd T20I Match Prediction Preview: Bangladesh will lock horns with West Indies in the 2nd match of the T20I series. West Indies defeated Bangladesh by 16 runs in the first match. In that game, The Caribbean side opted to bat first and posted 165 runs, thanks to brilliant batting performance by Shai Hope and Rovman Powell. In reply, Bangladesh team had a poor start, losing four wickets for just 41 runs. Towhid Hridoy and Tanzim Hasan Sakib tried to stabilise the inning, but their efforts were not enough as Bangladesh was bowled out for 149 runs. Jason…

Rain has always been one of cricket’s biggest spoilers — stopping matches, frustrating fans, and causing huge financial losses. But one technology has transformed the way stadiums handle rain in India: the SubAir drainage system. First installed at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, this American innovation ensures play can resume within minutes after rain stops, redefining how cricket adapts to weather interruptions. The Origin of SubAir System in Cricket The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) introduced the SubAir System in 2017, making M. Chinnaswamy Stadium the first cricket ground in the world to use this technology. Installed at a cost…

Prithvi Shaw reminded everyone of his immense talent by slamming a breathtaking double century (222 off 156 balls) for Maharashtra in their Ranji Trophy clash against Chandigarh. However, despite his extraordinary performance, Shaw was not awarded the Player of the Match, which instead went to Ruturaj Gaikwad — the Maharashtra skipper and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) star. What followed, however, melted hearts across the cricket world. Ruturaj Gaikwad Shares His Award with Prithvi Shaw Ruturaj Gaikwad, who played a crucial role with a first-innings century (116 runs) and an unbeaten 36 in the second innings, was officially named Player of…

For the first time in history, the Pakistan cricket team stepped onto the field wearing a pink jersey during the 1st T20I against South Africa at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The match wasn’t just about cricket—it carried a powerful social message. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) introduced this pink kit as part of the “Pink Ribbon Pakistan” campaign, which aims to spread awareness about breast cancer during the global #PINKtober month. Why Are Pakistan Players Wearing Pink Jerseys? The PCB explained that the pink jersey symbolizes the team’s support for breast cancer awareness and early detection. The campaign, known as…

ENG-W VS SA-W 1st Semi-final Dream11 Team Prediction for Women’s World Cup 2025 Preview: After 28 exciting games, the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 has reached the business end. The two semifinals will be followed by the final, which will decide the team to lift the trophy. Four teams have qualified for the semis and will try their luck to take a shot at the final. The first semifinal will be played between England Women and South Africa Women. This game will kick off at 3 PM IST on Wednesday (October 29) at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. South Africa suffered a humiliating defeat just ahead of the…

AUS VS IND 1st T20I, Dream11 Team Prediction for Australia vs India T20I Series 2025 Preview: The ODI series between Australia and India was very exciting, and now these two sides are ready to take on each other in the shorter format. The five-match series will begin with the first game at Manuka Oval in Canberra on Wednesday (October 29), starting at 1:45 PM IST. Josh Inglis, Marcus Stoinis, and Tim David are back for T20Is, and they will surely add another dimension to Australia’s batting unit. They have been winning the last few series and have been in great winning form in this format. But they are up against a team…

India and Australia are all set to face each other in the 1st T20 International of the five-match series. The opening match will be played at Manuka Oval, Canberra, on October 29, 2025, starting at 1:45 PM IST. India vs Australia 2025 Series Overview After a competitive ODI series, both teams are shifting focus to the shortest format.Suryakumar Yadav will lead Team India, while Mitchell Marsh will captain Australia. India have made changes from their ODI squad — Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, and Mohammed Siraj are part of the T20 squad but…

NZ VS ENG 2nd ODI, Dream11 Team Prediction for New Zealand vs England ODI Series 2025 Preview: England had a horrible batting failure in the first ODI at Bay Oval. Only two batters for them scored more than 7 runs in the innings. But it was one of the best captain’s knocks by Harry Brook as he slammed 135 off 101 balls to take his team to a fighting total. England fought with the ball, but the score was not enough, and New Zealand won the game and took a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. That means England need to win the second game to level the…