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Dismissing retirement rumours, Mohammed Shami asserts his commitment to cricket, fueled by an unfulfilled ambition to win the ODI World Cup. Despite recent omissions from the national squad, the 34-year-old pacer vows to continue playing domestic cricket and working diligently on his fitness. Shami emphasises his enduring love for the game and determination to keep fighting until his motivation wanes.

Mark Wood, the England fast bowler, finds Rohit Sharma the toughest batter. Wood says Sharma's mastery over short balls makes him hard to get out. Wood played in England's 2019 ODI World Cup and 2022 T20 World Cup wins. He balances county cricket with franchise cricket. Wood is known for his express pace, often exceeding 145 kmph.

Cheteshwar Pujara, the last active cricketer from his debut Test in 2010, has announced his retirement, marking the end of an era. His impressive 72-run knock in the second innings of that match against Australia showcased his potential. Over the years, his teammates retired, leaving Pujara as the final link to that team.

Cheteshwar Pujara, India's dependable Test batter, has retired from international cricket after a 103-Test career, amassing 7,195 runs. Celebrated for his resilience and patience, Pujara's memorable innings include a double century against England in 2012 and a gritty 202 against Australia in 2017. His contributions, defined by mental toughness and commitment, have left an indelible mark on Indian cricket.

Fareed Hussain, a local cricketer in Jammu and Kashmir, lost his life in a road accident. The tragedy occurred on August 20 and a CCTV camera was able to capture the accident which led to the death of Hussain.

Senior batter Cheteshwar Pujara has signalled his intent to play the upcoming Ranji Trophy season for Saurashtra. Pujara last featured in competitive cricket in February.

Aakash Chopra believes that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma should have not retired from Tests, but could have hung up their boots in ODI cricket. He feels it will not be easy for the legendary duo to stay in groove amid lack of white-ball cricket.

Former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu has strongly criticised Gautam Gambhir's team selection strategy during the ongoing Test series against England, particularly in the fourth Test. Sidhu expressed frustration over the frequent changes in the team composition, which he believes has disrupted the team's rhythm and hindered their ability to perform collectively.