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IPL Auction 2026

Everything About Uncapped Indian IPL Player Signings from IPL 2026’s Mini Auction

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The Indian Premier League 2026 mini auction saw several uncapped Indian players getting their dream contracts across all 10 franchises. These are cricketers who haven’t represented India in any format yet but have been making waves in domestic cricket. Particularly in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and various state leagues. Let’s break down every single […]

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The Prodigy Triad

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By Raunak Three boys at the same nets: a study in destiny There are stories that begin with spectacle, and then there are those that begin quietly withdust. Bats pressed into young palms, and the ordinary echo of leather meeting the willow. Inthe late 1980s, at Sharadashram and on the uneven practice pitches of Mumbai,

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Indian Win Women's World Cup

They Had 1983, I Have 2025

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My way with words is limited, especially as compared to my ability to dissect the game. Here’s my two cents on India’s successful Women’s World Cup campaign & my experience through covering it. It’s been a little over a week since Harmanpreet Kaur took that final catch to seal the deal. Leaping at cover, fingers

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Women's Cricket History

How Women Shaped The Game Of Cricket: The Hidden Story

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Cricket’s official histories often overlook a fundamental truth: women’s cricket history stretches back just as far as men’s, with female players contributing innovations that transformed the game forever. From their first recorded match in 1745 to creating the very first Cricket World Cup, women have been shaping cricket for nearly three centuries. The Forgotten Beginning:

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MS Dhoni's T20I Batting

MS Dhoni’s T20 Batting: The Truth Behind the Finisher’s Legacy

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After 20-plus years in competitive cricket and 12 years as part of India’s T20I squad, MS Dhoni’s T20 batting remains one of cricket’s most polarizing topics. You either love him or hate him – there’s barely any middle ground when discussing Captain Cool’s performance in the shortest format. The debate around his T20 performance often

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The NRRR method was used in the Maharaja & Maharani Trophies in 2025

NRRR: The Fairer Alternative to Cricket’s Net Run Rate (NRR) System

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Cricket’s Net Run Rate (NRR) system has long frustrated fans and teams alike with its harsh mathematics and seemingly unfair outcomes. But in 2025, the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) took a bold step by implementing an Indian alternative in their Maharani and Maharaja Cup tournaments. This new method, called NRRR or net relative run

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Origin of the Duleep Trophy

How Duleep Trophy Began: The Tragic Story Of An Indian Prince

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What do you call a cricket tournament named after a player whose career was cut tragically short at just 25? The Duleep Trophy carries one of cricket’s most poignant stories – a tale of unfulfilled potential that became the foundation for Indian cricket’s most important structural innovation. The Prince Who Could Have Been King Kumar

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Liam Plunkett Cricket

Cricket By JB Partners with Liam Plunkett Cricket: Bringing World-Class Coaching to Your Doorstep

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Cricket By JB is thrilled to announce our partnership with Liam Plunkett Cricket (LPC), bringing our readers exclusive access to world-class cricket education from one of England’s most celebrated World Cup winners. This collaboration represents a significant step in making professional cricket coaching accessible to players and coaches across all skill levels. About Liam Plunkett:

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