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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have officially announced Abhishek Nayar as their new head coach for the IPL 2026 season, marking a new chapter in the franchise’s history. Nayar replaces Chandrakant Pandit, who parted ways with the team after the IPL 2025 season. The announcement was made on KKR’s social media platforms with the caption, “A new dawn is upon us.” About Abhishek Nayar Full NameAbhishek Mohan NayarBornOctober 8, 1983Age42 yearsPlaying RoleAll-rounderDomestic TeamMumbaiIndia Debut2009 (ODIs)Coaching Career Start2018 (KKR Academy) Nayar played three ODIs for India and had a successful domestic career for Mumbai. His transition from player to mentor has been…

If you’ve ever watched a cricket match closely, you might have noticed players with white patches on their faces and shiny layers on their lips. Many fans wonder — what is this white stuff and why do cricketers use it? The answer lies in skin protection and comfort under harsh sunlight. Let’s explore everything about this “white cream” — its purpose, types, and benefits for players on the field. What is the White Cream Cricketers Apply? The white cream you see on a cricketer’s face and lips is usually zinc oxide-based sunscreen. It forms a physical barrier that reflects harmful…

Cricket is not just about batters, bowlers, or records — it’s also about those who ensure fairness and uphold the spirit of the game. Umpires are the silent guardians who make crucial decisions under immense pressure. While technology like DRS helps today, the umpire’s sharp judgment and calmness remain the backbone of cricket’s credibility. Over the years, several umpires have set benchmarks with their consistency, decision-making, and integrity. Here’s a look at the Top 10 Best Umpires in Cricket History, their achievements, and why they are considered legends of the game. Criteria for Ranking The ranking is based on: Read…

The One Day International (ODI) series between England Women and South Africa Women has seen decades of competition, dramatic moments, and standout players. In recent years, England has held the upper hand, but South Africa has shown flashes of strength. This article reviews the full head-to-head, key trends, and what recent results tell us about where the rivalry stands now. Head-to-Head Record Overview MetricValueTotal ODIs played48England Women wins36South Africa Women wins11No result1 So far, England has dominated this rivalry. Winning 36 out of 48 matches, they maintain a strong edge. South Africa has earned 11 victories, and one match ended…

IND-W VS AUS-W 2nd Semi-final Dream11 Team Prediction for Women’s World Cup 2025 Preview: Every team wants to do well in the home World Cup, and that was the buzz around when India entered the ongoing ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. After some poor outings in the middle, they have finally managed to book the semifinal berth. But to make it more difficult, they are up against the strongest team in this competition, which is the defending champion, Australia. These two will be facing each other in the second semifinal of the tournament. This game will be held at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, with…

Ben Stokes’ captaincy has pushed the bar high for England’s Test team. And now Harry Brook looks to emulate Stokes’ success in the white-ball setup. After Jos Buttler resignation, Brook has taken up the mantle in ODIs and T20Is. He has already been England’s go-getter with the bat since his debut in 2022. And now he would like to lead the unit from the front. This article will take you through Harry Brook captaincy record in international cricket. Harry Brook Captaincy Record in All Formats FormatMatchesWonLostTiedDrawNo ResultWin %Test——-ODI136700046.15T20I85100283.33Total2111800255.00 Before the full-time appointment, Brook had an opportunity to lead England in…

Chattogram, October 29, 2025: West Indies continued their impressive form in white-ball cricket as they defeated Bangladesh by 14 runs in the second T20I at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram. With this win, the Caribbean side took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Match Summary Match DetailResultFixture2nd T20I – Bangladesh vs West IndiesVenueBir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, ChattogramTossWest Indies won and chose to batWest Indies Innings149/9 (20 overs)Bangladesh Innings135/8 (20 overs)ResultWest Indies won by 14 runsPlayer of the MatchRomario Shepherd (WI) – 3/29 & 13 runs West Indies’ Strong Start and Mid-Innings…

The Australian cricket team will be looking to use their momentum from the recent ODI series win as they prepare for the 1st T20I to be played at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. In this article, we take a look at the Manuka Oval Pitch Report, whether it is batting friendly or bowling friendly. The Australian team won the recent 3 match ODI series 2-1 winning the first two matches before losing the 3rd. Now Australia and India are set to play a total of 5 T20I matches as part of their preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 in India…

South Africa Women have created history in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, reaching the final for the first time ever under the leadership of Captain Laura Wolvaardt. The Proteas captain led from the front with a record-breaking performance in the semifinal, earning widespread praise from fans and experts alike. South Africa Reach Their First Women’s World Cup Final It’s a landmark moment for South African women’s cricket — the team has qualified for the World Cup final for the first time in history. Led by Laura Wolvaardt, South Africa produced a dominant performance in the semifinal to secure their…

Nat Sciver-Brunt is one of the finest all-rounders in women’s cricket. She has proven her utility with both bat and ball on many occasions for England. And now Sciver-Brunt is stepping up as their skipper across formats. She has taken over a team that needs a major overhaul. So it will be interesting to see how fruitful Sciver-Brunt’s captaincy stint turns out to be. On that note, here’s Nat Sciver-Brunt’s captaincy record in all formats. Nat Sciver-Brunt Captaincy Record in All Formats FormatMatchesWonLostTiedDrawnNo ResultWin%Test——-ODI1510400171.40T20I1611500068.75Total3121900170.00 Sciver-Brunt first captained England in March 2021. She stood in for injured Heather Knight in the…