Dream11 ended its ₹358 crore sponsorship of Team India jerseys due to India’s 2025 ban on real-money gaming. The BCCI must find a new sponsor before the Asia Cup. The ban impacts other fantasy platforms and advertising, forcing a shift to free-to-play models and possible legal challenges.
View More Big Blow to BCCI: Dream11 Ends Team India Sponsorship After Online Gaming Ban
India’s new online gaming bill bans Dream11, the current jersey sponsor, from operating. Previous sponsors like Sahara, BYJU’S, and OPPO faced financial troubles. The “curse” is attributed to volatile industries seeking high visibility rather than a supernatural phenomenon. Stable sectors are expected to replace Dream11.
View More From Sahara to Dream11: The Rise and Fall of Cricket Sponsors
India ended Day 1 at 264/4 after a solid start, but Rishabh Pant’s injury raised major concerns for the visitors ahead of Day 2 in Manchester.
View More Rishabh Pant’s Injury Casts Shadow Over India’s Strong Day 1
In a major legal setback for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the Bombay High Court has upheld an arbitral award directing the board to pay ₹538.84 crore to the former Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kochi Tuskers Kerala. The court dismissed BCCI’s plea challenging the award, ruling in favour of the franchise’s owners who had alleged wrongful termination in 2011.
View More BCCI to Pay ₹538 Crore to Kochi Tuskers Kerala: Bombay High Court
Is BCCI Biased? Despite their monumental contributions, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s legacies have been overlooked by the BCCI, leaving fans questioning the Board’s respect for its cricketing icons.
View More Is BCCI Biased? Kohli, Rohit, fans expected a proper Farewell
On 8 May 2025, as tensions escalated across the border, nearly 400 IPL personnel were evacuated from the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala without panic. Anjum Chopra shares a first-hand account of how the operation unfolded smoothly amid the crisis.
View More Inside the Calm Evacuation of 400 IPL Personnel Amid Border Tensions
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has suspended the ongoing TATA IPL 2025 for one week amid escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border and ongoing military operations under “Operation Sindoor.” The decision was made after consulting stakeholders, including franchisees, sponsors, and the broadcaster Jiostar, with the BCCI reaffirming its support for the nation and the armed forces.
View More BCCI Suspends IPL 2025 for One Week Amid Escalating Border Tensions
Rohit Sharma retires from Test cricket at 38, ending a stellar career defined by transformation, resilience, and record-breaking achievements.
View More Rohit Sharma Retires: A Remarkable Red-Ball Journey Ends at 38
Virat Rohit BCCI Contract Update confirms that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retain their A+ category contracts, dismissing demotion speculations. Shreyas Iyer is set to regain his place, while uncertainty looms over Ishan Kishan’s future.
View More Virat Rohit BCCI Contract update: no demotion, big boost for Iyer
Rohit Sharma will lead India in the upcoming India vs England Test series, confirmed by BCCI. While some fans celebrate his return, others criticize his recent Test form. The squad announcement after IPL 2025 will bring more clarity. Fan opinions remain divided on his captaincy.
View More Rohit Sharma likely to Captain for India vs England
IPL 2025 brings massive updates: over-rate offences won’t lead to captain suspensions, wides to be adjudicated with Hawk-Eye, and more tech and rule changes.
View More IPL 2025 rule changes: over-rate offences won’t suspend captains
BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla arrives in Lahore for the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand. Invited by PCB, his visit underscores cricket diplomacy amid India-Pakistan tensions. Security is tight for the high-profile match at Gaddafi Stadium.
View More Rajeev Shukla in Lahore for Champions Trophy Semi-Final
