Language - | Report | Rishabh Pant in doubt for ICC World Cup 2023 According to a report by ESPN Cricinfo, Indian star Rishabh Pant is likely to be benched for the entirety of the year due to injuries suffered in a car accident on December 30. The batter may end up missing the whole IPL season, World Test Championship final and the home World Cup in October. SportsCafe Desk |
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 | Suryakumar Yadav wasn't getting a game in Mumbai, turned his career around with Kolkata, states Ricky Ponting Ricky Ponting recently recalled the journey of Suryakumar Yadav in T20 cricket, remembering how he struggled for game time at Mumbai Indians before coming to the spotlight with Kolkata Knight Riders. Yadav has become the cornerstone of Mumbai's success in the tournament over the last few seasons. SportsCafe Desk |
 | Mumbai is my second home, batting with Sachin Tendulkar was relaxing, reminisces Sanath Jayasuriya Sanath Jayasuriya has recalled the three seasons he spent playing for Mumbai Indians, stating the team is like a family to him and the city close to his heart. He went on to reveal his experiences from the time, including those of playing alongside Sachin Tendulkar and Harbhajan Singh. SportsCafe Desk |
 | Mahela Jayawardene and Zaheer Khan elevated to global heads of Mumbai Indian's cricket setup Mumbai Indian's backroom duo of Mahela Jayawardene and Zaheer Khan will now have extended responsibilities after they were promoted to global roles with the franchise. They will now also be responsible for overseeing things for the recently formed sister clubs in South Africa and the UAE. SportsCafe Desk |
 | One of the Rajasthan Royals owners slapped me across the face, not sure it was play-acting, reveals Ross Taylor Ross Taylor has revealed a shocking incident that occurred during his stint with Rajasthan Royals, recalling how an owner had slapped him multiple times after he failed to score in a game. The batter expressed doubt as to whether it was playful banter, stating nothing such should happen in sports. SportsCafe Desk |
 | Did not believe I would actually get paid that much after IPL auction, recalls Sunil Narine Sunil Narine has revealed a story about his first IPL auction, stating he was unable to digest the sum he had been bought for and wasn't sure whether he would actually be paid the amount. He went on to describe the impact of the price tag on his mentality and the role of his dad in his career. SportsCafe Desk |
 | Two IPLs in a year driven by the money possible, reckons Ravi Shastri Ravi Shastri believes there is a possibility of soon having two Indian Premier League seasons in a single year given the format's economics and the demand created by stakeholders. He went on to explain how such a system could function with a proper season followed by a shorter knockout version. SportsCafe Desk |
 | IPL 2022 | Umran Malik should be included in the Indian team for Test match against England in July, says Kevin Pietersen Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen is of the opinion that India should include Umran Malik in their squad for the Test match against England in July as he will be effective with his pace. Pietersen added that India can bowl Malik in short three or four-over spells so that he can be effective. SportsCafe Desk |
 | Twitter reacts to Rahul 'MSD' Tewatia hitting two sixes off the last two balls to beat PBKS Rahul Tewatia turned on the style as he scored 12 runs off the last two balls of the match to seal a memorable win for Gujarat Titans against Punjab Kings. Chasing 19 off the last over, Tewatia, along with David Miller, ensured that GT got over the line by taking it to the house against Odean Smith. SportsCafe Desk |
 | Twitter reacts to Sreesanth announcing his retirement Days after taking his first wicket in Ranji Trophy, S Sreesanth announced his retirement from all forms of cricket via a series of Twitter posts today. The Twitterati were quick to react to the news as it broke bidding arguabaly the most controversial Indian cricketer of the decade adieu. SportsCafe Desk |