Author: Bidu tudu
Test cricket returns to the iconic Gaddafi Stadium as defending champions South Africa face Pakistan in the opening clash of their World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 cycle. It’s a meeting of opposites: the world champions versus a team desperate to reignite its red-ball aura at home. And with Lahore likely to aid spin, both sides—famous for fast bowling—must adapt quickly. South Africa’s Challenge: A New Chapter in WTC Glory South Africa arrive on the back of a remarkable winning run, but conditions in Lahore are a different exam. Captain Aiden Markram steps in for the sidelined Temba Bavuma—whom he called…
If you opened Google today and spotted a fluffy, steaming plate of idlis on your homepage — you’re not alone. Today’s Google Doodle celebrating idli is trending across social media, and honestly, it’s kinda heartwarming to see the world’s biggest tech company paying tribute to one of India’s most iconic dishes. What’s New Google Doodle celebrating idli Google’s Doodle team has cooked up a delightful surprise this morning — a beautifully animated illustration celebrating idli, the savoury, steamed South Indian cake made from a fermented batter of rice and urad dal. The Doodle, visible across India and select countries, captures…
KL Rahul looked all set to bring up a classy half-century on Day 1 of the India vs West Indies 2nd Test in New Delhi, when Jomel Warrican produced an absolute beauty — a delivery that spun so viciously, it left everyone in disbelief. The left-arm spinner’s dream ball drifted away from Rahul by more than 8 degrees, leaving the Indian batter completely bamboozled. One moment Rahul was confidently stepping down the track, and the next — the bails were off, and he was left staring in disbelief. Warrican, on the other hand, erupted in joy. It was not just…
Team India began Day 1 of the second Test against the West Indies on a positive note, reaching 94 for 1 at lunch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Captain Shubman Gill won his first toss as Test skipper and elected to bat first on a pitch that looked ideal for batting. Openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal started cautiously, assessing the conditions and seeing off the new ball. Rahul looked fluent from the beginning, mixing solid defense with attacking intent, while Jaiswal showed maturity by leaving deliveries outside off and waiting for scoring opportunities. The partnership added 58 runs before…
If anyone still doubted England’s depth beyond Harry Kane, they got their answer tonight — loud and clear. Under the bright Wembley lights, a confident and creative England side swept aside Wales in a performance that mixed flair, control, and ruthlessness. It all began in the opening minutes, when Morgan Rogers, making the most of his chance, found the net with a cool, composed finish after a moment of sheer determination from Marc Guehi, who refused to give up on a seemingly lost cause. The Aston Villa youngster didn’t stop there — setting up Ollie Watkins moments later for England’s…
India escaped with a 1-1 draw against Singapore thanks to Rahim Ali’s dramatic 90th-minute equaliser. But with just two points from three games, Khalid Jamil men now face a steep uphill climb to keep their AFC Asian Cup dream alive. When the final whistle blew in Singapore, Khalid Jamil didn’t celebrate. He just exhaled — slowly, heavily — as if he’d been holding his breath for 90 minutes. His team had survived, barely. And it took a moment of madness from the opposition and a burst of instinct from Rahim Ali to keep India’s Asian Cup hopes from collapsing completely.…
Rahim Ali Saves India : It was chaos, relief, and disbelief all rolled into one as the final whistle blew at Singapore’s National Stadium. The hosts stood frozen, their fans stunned into silence. For nearly 90 minutes, Singapore had outplayed India, pressed harder, created more chances — and yet, somehow, it ended 1-1. The unlikely savior? Rahim Ali — who pounced on a late defensive blunder to tuck the ball into an empty net and salvage a priceless point for Khalid Jamil’s men. For much of the evening, India looked a shadow of themselves. Despite being the higher-ranked side, they…
India vs Singapore: For ninety uneasy minutes in Singapore, India teetered between despair and relief. Ten men, one late lifeline, and a tactical system walking on glass — this was the story of Khalid Jamil’s “Khalidball” facing its toughest test yet. India’s 1–1 draw against Singapore on Thursday wasn’t just another result; it was a warning. Despite Rahim Ali’s late heroics, the performance laid bare the fault lines in Jamil’s system — one that prizes structure and resistance but crumbles with the slightest lapse in concentration. India vs Singapore: A game of two mistakes — and one redemption Everything that…
India vs South Africa live Women’s World Cup 2025 : India’s bowlers, led by Amanjot Kaur and Kranti Gaud, put South Africa under pressure in Visakhapatnam. Despite top-order struggles, strong fielding and disciplined bowling have given India the upper hand in this crucial World Cup clash. It began with a scream — not from the crowd, but from Kranti Gaud herself. The young pacer had just plucked a one-handed screamer off her own bowling to dismiss Tazmin Brits, South Africa’s in-form centurion from the previous match. Within moments, the mood at the ACA-VDCA Stadium shifted. The Indian fielders were suddenly…
India vs South Africa : For a moment, it looked like India’s innings would crumble beyond repair. Six wickets down for just 102, the crowd sat silent, the South Africans were roaring, and the match seemed to be slipping away. Then came Richa Ghosh — calm, fearless, and utterly destructive. In a display of power and precision, Ghosh hammered a blistering 94 off just 85 balls, rescuing India from the brink and helping them post a competitive total of 251 all out against South Africa. Her innings, laced with 11 fours and four sixes, wasn’t just a fightback — it…