Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane Virat Kohli he paid tribute Ajinkya Rahane after the former India batsman announced his retirement from international cricket, describing him as his “favourite Test batting partner” and “safest pair of hands in the slips”.“In an Instagram post, Kohli shared a photo of himself with Rahane in India’s Test whites and praised…
Australia’s Josh Hazlewood, left, celebrates the wicket of Virat Kohli, right, during play on day three of the third cricket test between India and Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane, Australia. (File photo/PTI) Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood he set his sights on winning the Test series in South Africa, India and England as the…
Brazil’s all-time leading scorer Neymar has officially confirmed his retirement from international football, bringing the curtain down on a glittering international career spanning more than 16 years with the five-time FIFA World Cup champions.The 34-year-old announced his decision after helping Santos secure a 4-2 victory over Universidad Central de Venezuela in the Copa Sudamericana, ending…
India’s Rohit Sharma (ANI Photo) Former Indian wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta criticized the surrounding speculation Rohit SharmaIndia’s future during India’s ODI series against England, saying retirement rumors should never have gained traction while the team was still in contention.The debate raged after Rohit’s early dismissal in the second ODI at Cardiff, with reports saying the veteran…
Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation: Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal and others celebrate the victory Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has submitted his notes to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi Following weeks of student protests over the NEET controversy and the exam paper leak. Although his resignation has been submitted, it has not been accepted…
BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla strongly rejected the rumours Rohit SharmaIndia’s future international, saying there is “no doubt” that the India opener will retire at this stage despite growing speculation during the recent England tour.Questions over Rohit’s future have gathered pace after a prolonged lean patch with the bat, with reports suggesting that the third ODI…
Leandro Paredes hints at Argentina retirement after World Cup final controversy as midfielder weighs future after painful defeat / Image: Instagram Leandro Paredes has admitted he is uncertain about his international future after Argentina’s painful FIFA World Cup final defeat in Spain, with the midfielder reflecting on a tournament loss overshadowed by his involvement in…
Joe Root will return as England’s Test captain, with his second spell in charge likely to continue through next summer’s home Ashes series against Australia, The Athletic reported on Friday.England’s search for a new Test captain continues Ben Stokes“Retirement from international cricket now appears to be over with Root returning to the role.The England and…
Argentina’s Nicolas Otamendi (19) (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Argentina defender Nicolas Otamendi has announced his retirement from international football, ending a 17-year career with the national team. The 38-year-old leaves as one of Argentina’s most successful defenders, having won the 2022 FIFA World Cup and two Copa America titles. His last appearance came in Argentina’s 1-0…
Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo (AP Photo) Portugal could face a major commercial and visibility crisis once Cristiano Ronaldo brings down the curtain on his international career, with a leading marketing expert warning that the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) risks losing millions in revenue and global attention if it fails to prepare for life after its greatest…
Alastair Cook restarts the Jacob Bethell debate great england Alastair Cook revived the debate about Jacob Bethell IPL stint, saying international cricket should always come before franchise leagues. His comments resurfaced after Bethell was ruled out of this year’s One Hundred with a knee injury, denying him valuable match practice ahead of England’s Test series…
Ben Stokes (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: A few days after retiring from international cricket, Ben Stokes showed that he still has a lot in the tank. Playing his first match as a former England cricketer, Stokes scored an unbeaten 108 to lead Durham to a five-wicket victory over Derbyshire in the One-Day Cup at…
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez during the World Cup final against Spain. (AP Photo) Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano “Dibu” Martinez hinted that his international career could be nearing its end after issuing an emotional apology following Argentina’s 1-0 extra-time defeat in the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals.The 33-year-old, one of the architects of Argentina’s 2022 World Cup…
Rohit Sharma (BCCI photo) Former Indian cricketer and commentator Mohammad Kaif has thrown his weight behind Rohit Sharma amid growing speculation over his international future, insisting that retirement is a personal decision and should not be dictated by public opinion.Rohit recently silenced the critics by emphatically smashing a historic century at Lord’s during the 3rd…
Rohit Sharma (BCCI photo) NEW DELHI: There was a lot of speculation ahead of the third ODI against England at Lord’s that Rohit Sharma he might play his final one-day international for India. The veteran opener answered those rumors in his own style, smashing a superb 138 off 110 balls. His innings included 17 fours…
TimesofIndia.com in London: There was also a lot of singing Rohit Sharma walked into the iconic Lord’s cricket ground on Saturday. The mood remained the same as he left almost three hours later.“The most important man in all of India!” shouted a fan. Another declared, “Ek sekul pakka kal! (A century tomorrow for sure!),” as…
Kapil Dev and Rohit Sharma (Photo by PTI and ANI) As speculation grows about whether Rohit Sharma Could play his last international match in Sunday’s third ODI against England at Lord’s, former India captain Kapil Dev urged fans to celebrate the Indian skipper’s career instead of feeling sad.Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of an…
Rohit Sharma (BCCI photo) NEW DELHI: The final ODI against England at Lord’s on Sunday may not be Rohit SharmaLast match for India after all. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia on Saturday dismissed speculation of retirement and countered that the senior opener remains firmly in India’s ODI plans.The clarification comes amid uncertainty over Rohit Sharma’s future…
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Sunday fired Brendon McCullum as head coach of the England men’s test team.The decision comes days later Ben Stokes he retired from international cricket after England’s 4-1 Ashes defeat in Australia earlier this year and a 2-1 home Test series loss in New Zealand last month. McCullum’s…
Popular rapper TI has announced that he is retiring from music at the age of 45, saying that he feels he has achieved everything he has ever dreamed of in his life and career. (Instagram) Popular rapper TI, who has been singing and producing music since he was 8 years old, announces his retirement. Following…
AB de Villiers on TOI Sports’ Bombay Sports Exchange Podcast (left) and Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers The former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batsman. AB de Villiers revealed that Virat Kohli tried to convince him not to retire from franchise cricket before he quits the game in 2021.Speaking on TOI Sports’ Bombay Sports Exchange Podcast,…
Zlatan Ibrahimović and Thierry Henry paid tribute to Neymar after his international retirement, calling him a generational talent / Image: X Zlatan Ibrahimović and Thierry Henry, who are currently working together as star pundits and analysts for FOX Sports during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, have paid tribute to Neymar following his decision to retire…
Neymar announced immediate international retirement following Brazil’s 2-1 World Cup defeat in Norway in the round of 16 / Image: X Brazil’s FIFA World Cup campaign ended in earnest on Sunday night, and with it came the end of one of the greatest international careers in the nation’s history. Moments after Brazil suffered a 2-1…
A veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt has officially banned the return of the director’s chair to film, ending years of speculation about another return. Although he briefly returned to direct “Sadak 2” in 2020 after spending years focusing on production, the filmmaker has made it clear that he has no plans to direct another movie.In a…
A few days after bringing down the curtain on his international career, Ben Stokes posted a farewell message on social media, thanking his teammates, supporters and everyone who was part of his journey during what he called “15 crazy years.”Stokes announced his retirement during the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. Moments after…
Harry Brook and Ben Stokes (Image: X) England will begin a new chapter in Test cricket following the retirement of long-time captain Ben Stokes, who called time on his international career during Day 4 of the third Test against New Zealand. With the leadership role now vacant, England’s white ball captain Harry Brook has emerged…
Former India captain Ajay Jadeja has backed Ben Stokes’ decision to retire from international cricket, saying the England all-rounder made the “right call” and suggesting the decision reflected his unwillingness to let people outside the dressing room dictate how he should live his life. Stokes announced his retirement after one of the most decorated careers…
NEW DELHI: Former England captain Andrew Strauss he asked the timing of Ben Stokesannounced his retirement, saying it had become a “huge distraction” for England during the deciding Test against New Zealand.Stokes announced his retirement from international cricket during the final Test at Trent Bridge, informing his teammates on the morning of Day 4. The…
Ben Stokes. (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images) Ben Stokes brought the curtain down on his illustrious Test career with a surprise retirement announcement during the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. Although England suffered defeat in the match, Stokes’ remarkable contributions to the game were celebrated by team-mates and opponents alike, with New…