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In the rich tapestry of Indian cricket, some names echo through generations, not just for individual brilliance but for the remarkable continuation of a legacy. Here is a look those unique father-son duos, and even trios, where the passion for the game transcended bloodlines, leading both parent and child to don the prestigious Indian cap.

Veda Krishnamurthy has bid adieu to professional cricket, five years after she last played for India, at the Women's T20 World Cup final in Melbourne in 2020.  

Test cricket, often called the purest form of the game, has seen its share of intense rivalries and fiery confrontations. Over the last 15 years, Indian cricketers, known for their passion and competitive spirit, have been at the heart of several memorable heated moments. Let's Take A look

Legendary leg-spinner Anil Kumble believes restricting England to a score below 300 would signify a job well done by the Indian bowling attack on day one of the third Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Test at Lord’s.   

Hasin Jahan's accusations came after the Calcutta High Court ruling directing the Indian cricketer to pay Rs 4 lakh per month to her and their daughter Aaira as part of a divorce case.  

A spinner with classical action, Dilip Doshi has represented India in 33 Test matches and 15 One-day Internationals between 1979 and 1983. 

Prithvi Shaw, who captained India to 2018 U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup win in New Zealand, was dropped from the Mumbai side during the first leg of last year’s Ranji Trophy in October. 

India's young batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal has etched his name in the history books once again. The 23-year-old left-handed opener scored a brilliant century on Day 1 of the first Test against England at Headingley, Leeds, becoming the first Indian cricketer to score a hundred in his debut Test in both Australia and England.  While Jaiswal continues to create headlines on the field, he has also achieved a personal milestone off it. In 2023, he purchased a stunning 5-BHK apartment in Thane, Mumbai. Scroll down to know all about it. 

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the updated schedule for the international home season and South Africa A tour of India for 2025.  

Shreyas Iyer’s stellar IPL 2025 season with Punjab Kings has boosted his chances of becoming India’s next white-ball captain. With consistent performances and smart leadership, Iyer is now a serious contender to succeed Rohit Sharma in white ball cricket

Shubman Gill was announced as the next Test captain of India on Saturday, May 25 while the BCCI named their 18-men unit for the upcoming five-match Test series against England.  

Abhimanyu Easwaran to lead India A against England A while Karun Nair has also been named in the squad.  

India fast bowler Mohammed Shami dismissed speculation regarding his retirement from Test cricket.  

India's batting stalwart Virat Kohli on Monday, May 12 announced his retirement from Test cricket. The 36-year-old Kohli retired from Tests having scored 9230 runs from his 123 matches, with 30 Test centuries and 31 fifties and many other memorable innings across a glorious career. The timing of Kohli’s retirement means that India will have to find an ideal batter for No.4 spot, not just for the five-Test series against England next month, but for the future as well. Here are four players who could replace Kohli at No. 4 spot in the Indian cricket team: 

A day after retiring from Test cricket, Virat Kohli visited Vrindavan with wife Anushka Sharma to seek blessings from spiritual guru Premanand Maharaj.

Virat Kohli, who made his Test debut against West Indies in 2011, announced his retirement from the longest format of the game on Monday, May 12 through a social media post.  

India's batting stalwart Virat Kohli on Monday, May 12, announced his retirement from Test cricket. The 36-year-old Kohli retires from Test cricket as India’s most successful captain in the format, leaving behind a legacy that is going to stand for ages. Let's take a look at Virat's glorious Test career in numbers:  

Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket as India’s most successful captain in the format, leaving behind a legacy that is going to stand for ages.  

Over the years, the IPL has witnessed some of the finest bowlers dazzling fans with their brilliance. However, despite their consistent performances and star power, some of the biggest bowling names have surprisingly never laid their hands on the prestigious Purple Cap awarded to the highest wicket-taker each season. Here's a look at 10 legendary bowlers who, despite their greatness, never claimed the Purple Cap.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently announced its Annual Player Contracts for the 2025, and the fresh list marks a major milestone for six young Indian players. These rising stars have earned their maiden BCCI central contracts, a significant recognition of their performances. Scroll down to check the list.