James Anderson To Make The Hundred Debut for Sanjiv Goenka’s Manchester Originals

India's thrilling six-run victory in the fifth Test at The Oval, leveling the series 2-2, showcased strategic brilliance as they opted against the new ball, relying on reverse swing to dismiss England. Mohammed Siraj's phenomenal 5/69 in the final innings earned him Player of the Match and a significant rise in the ICC Test Bowler Rankings, while Prasidh Krishna's eight-wicket haul also made an impact. Despite allegations of ball tampering, India's disciplined tactics and Siraj's exceptional performances silenced critics and secured a dramatic series draw, highlighting India's bowling depth and tactical acumen. Full Article

MS Dhoni has committed to staying connected with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for the next 15-20 years, whether as a player or in another capacity. While he did not confirm his playing future for the next IPL season, Dhoni stated that Ruturaj Gaikwad will return as captain to bring balance to the team. Acknowledging the team's batting inconsistencies in the previous season, Dhoni highlighted the upcoming mini-auction in December as an opportunity to address key gaps in the squad. Full Article

The Cyprus Tour of Croatia 2025 kicks off on August 7, 2025, with the first T20I at Mladost Cricket Ground in Zagreb, featuring key players like Zach Vukusic and Roman Mazumder. Croatia, led by John Vujnovich, will face Cyprus, captained by Scott Burdekin, in a thrilling contest with a balanced pitch and a 60% winning record for chasing teams. The Dream11 prediction includes top picks like Saghar Manzoor and Scott Burdekin, with Zach Vukusic and Roman Mazumder as captaincy choices for the fantasy cricket team. Full Article