Tuesday, May 12
Royal Challengers Bengaluru faces backlash for retaining fast-bowler Yash Dayal for IPL 2026. Dayal faces serious criminal allegations in Ghaziabad and Jaipur. These include sexual and financial exploitation, and rape charges. He is banned from Uttar Pradesh's local league. RCB's decision to keep him on a Rs 5 crore contract has angered fans.
During the Asia Cup, the Indian senior team avoided handshakes with Pakistan’s players in all three matches between the sides, including in the final. There was no handshake at the toss or after the games, and the same approach now appears to have carried into the Rising Stars tournament. The gesture, or lack of it, has again drawn attention.
Pakistan Shaheens decisively defeated India A by eight wickets in the Rising Stars Asia Cup. Chasing a modest 137, the Shaheens reached the target in just 13.2 overs, thanks to an outstanding unbeaten 79 from Maaz Sadaqat. India A's innings faltered after a promising start, with Shahid Aziz taking three wickets for the victors.
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi's grounded approach is highlighted in a recent BCCI video, showcasing a post-match chat with his father. Despite a record-breaking performance, his father still offered technical advice, emphasizing a balanced perspective on his game. Suryavanshi's humility and focus on team contribution shine through, even amidst immense public expectations.
Former Indian cricketers expressed strong reactions to the team's 30-run loss against South Africa, highlighting a decline in batting against spin and questioning selections and planning. Experts noted that visiting spinners are improving while India's ability to play spin has diminished, leading to repeated mistakes and concerns about Test strategy.
Michael Vaughan slammed the Eden Gardens pitch after India's Test defeat to South Africa, calling it 'awful'. However, Gautam Gambhir defended the conditions, stating they were precisely what the team desired. Despite the controversy, South Africa secured a victory within three days, highlighting the challenging nature of the surface for both sides.
South Africa secured a significant 30-run victory over India in the opening Test, marking their first win in the country in 15 years. India's batting struggled against quality spin, being bowled out for 93 while chasing 124. This result extends Proteas captain Temba Bavuma's impressive unbeaten run. It was India’s fourth home defeat in their last six Tests.
