India coverage: cricket highlights, match analysis and quick updates

Looking for the latest on India? This tag collects our India-focused stories in one place — mostly cricket match reports, player news and practical fantasy advice. If you follow the Vidarbha Pro T20 or high-profile test matches, you'll find match breakdowns and the key moments that matter.

Top India stories right now

Two recent pieces you'll want to read: our PAS vs NMB Dream11 preview for the Vidarbha Pro T20 League breaks down who to pick for fantasy teams and why. The piece highlights players such as Daga, Meshram, Sanjay and Sharma, and flags Singh and Tiwari as bowlers who can change a game. That article gives clear fantasy picks and explains how pitch and weather affected player value.

Another headline: Virat Kohli was sanctioned after a clash with debutant Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. The ICC issued a 20% match fee fine and a demerit point. Our coverage explains what happened on the field, how officials responded, and what a demerit point means for a top international player. If you want the facts without the noise, this is the place to catch them.

Why follow this tag?

We keep things short and useful. Expect play-by-play summaries, clear fantasy tips, and simple context for disciplinary issues or big-match moments. For fantasy players, we flag form, likely roles and pitch conditions. For general readers, we explain consequences — like fines or demerit points — in plain language so you understand the impact on a player's season.

Want actionable advice? For Dream11 style contests, prioritize all-rounders and spinners on slower tracks, and pick batsmen with recent high scores. If a fast bowler has been taking wickets on similar surfaces, he becomes a high-value pick. Our Vidarbha Pro T20 preview gives specific names and reasoning so you don’t have to dig through stats yourself.

We update this tag as new India stories arrive. Expect match reports after big fixtures, previews before T20 and test matches, and quick explainers when off-field incidents make headlines. If something matters to fans or fantasy players, we'll cover the who, what, when and why in a direct way.

Got a tip or a game you want covered? Hit our contact or follow us on social to send suggestions. We read fan mail and often use it to shape what we publish next. Bookmark this tag for fast access to India news that’s short, sharp and useful.

Keep checking back — cricket seasons move fast, and the best picks change even faster. We'll help you stay ahead without the fluff.

By Lesego Lehari, 20 Feb, 2025 / Sports

India vs Bangladesh: Intense Showdown at ICC Champions Trophy 2025

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash saw India and Bangladesh go head-to-head in a gripping battle. Bangladesh, after a shaky start, managed to post a competitive score thanks to fifties from Towhid Hridoy and Jaker Ali, recovering from 35/5. In response, India aimed to make an assertive chase led by Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli, with questions hanging over the absence of Jasprit Bumrah in their bowling line-up.

By Lesego Lehari, 11 Nov, 2024 / Sports

South Africa vs India T20 Clash: Rivals Lock Horns in Thrilling Encounter

In an intense showdown at St George's Park, South Africa and India clashed in the second T20 International. South Africa opted to bowl after winning the toss, in a crucial match of their four-game series. Italy's victory in the first game has set the stakes high for both teams who are keen to advance their T20I rankings. Fans witnessed a riveting match filled with strategic plays and remarkable performances from star players.