The name itself rings a bell in every cricket fan’s heart and brings back memories about his savage batting, unparalleled consistency as well as being one of the most passionate cricketers. But one thing which has become equally iconic is Virat Kohli Jersey Number 18. The 18 on his jersey represents determination, hard work and emotional strength whether he represents India or plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) franchise in IPL / T20Is worldwide. The common question he often faced by cricket fans is why Virat Kohli went for jersey number 18. Is this a number by coincidence or there…
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Imagine placing a bet on a site that is entirely illegal in the UK. These betting sites do exist and let players from the UK play, however, they don’t have a licence from the UKGC. The lack of regulation makes it very easy for the legal protections meant to keep consumers secure to disappear. Understanding how UK law works shows why non GamStop betting sites for UK players don’t offer the same level of financial or social security as UK-based sites. Absence of UK Legal Protections The Gambling Act 2005 only applies to operators that have a valid UKGC licence. Internationally…
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The 2026 Indian Premier League delivered unforgettable moments that captivated cricket fans across the globe. From record-breaking innings to dominant bowling displays, several individual performances transformed how matches unfolded and influenced betting markets throughout the tournament. As teams battled for playoff spots and championship glory, standout players consistently shifted expectations before and during matches. These remarkable displays highlighted the importance of form, temperament, and match conditions, while providing valuable insights into how individual brilliance can reshape outcomes in the world’s most competitive T20 competition. 1. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Record-Breaking Playoff Masterclass The 2026 IPL playoffs produced one of the tournament’s most…
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One of the oldest and most exciting rivalries in international cricket, India vs England. India’s first tour against another nation took place in 1932, when these two sides faced each other. In the 1500+ games that have been played between these two sides across Tests, One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), there is a reader of cricket history. India vs England is a rivalry built on the bedrock of history, tradition and modern-day competition. Cricket was brought to India by the English during colonisation but it has evolved over decades into one of the most powerful cricketing nations…
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England put themselves within sight of a second Test victory over New Zealand after they dominated the day with bat and ball on Friday. It was an impressive all-round effort from the hosts which left New Zealand chasing shadows as England seized control of the contest. Coming back with the target of setting a massive score in their first innings, batters from England refrained from losing control and still took advantage of good batting conditions. While the top order provided a solid base, a brisk middle-order batting ensured that India posted a mammoth total. England played a patient yet aggressive…
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Lancashire Women kept in contention for the Women’s One-Day Cup 2026 with a stunning win against The Blaze Women, at Stanley Park, Blackpool by 28 runs. They laid the foundation for their win with an effective batting performance, which was followed by a similarly disciplined effort on the bowling front to restrict The Blaze from achieving what would have been a daunting target. Lancashire, asked to bat first, started steadily and looked to use partnership-building methods throughout their innings. Litton Das and Mushfiqur Rahim batted like their lives depended on it in a pitch that catered equally for seamers as…
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Pakistan Women put on a brave fight but South Africa Women snatched the win with just two wickets to spare at Edgbaston in their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group 1 match. On more than one occasion, it seemed the game was slipping comfortably into South Africa’s grasp and they were heading for an easy March 20 win but Pakistan had other ideas and a gallant all-round effort from captain Fatima Sana ensured that what should have been a comfortable victory turned out to be thrilling until close of play. Pakistan were in dire straits from the off after…
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is mulling over a significant shift in its scheduling policy by introducing the Indian Premier League (IPL) from 2027. The transfer comes after fears grew over the intense summer warmth skilled throughout many elements of India during last levels of tourney. Reports also say that BCCI officials are weighing the option to advance start times for IPL earlier than in other years, so players have better conditions and fans a more comfortable experience. The IPL has generally seen a late March start, running until early June. Yet, an increase in temperatures…
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India has introduced young fast bowler Prince Yadav by resting his ODI debut in the second of three one-day international matches against Afghanistan at Lucknow. India had been required by move to intensive responsibility that accumulated players be included on a squad depth as they looked ahead at future international assignments. Prince was rewarded with a long-awaited international chance after first capturing the attention of selectors through his domestic cricket and franchise tournaments performances. It was Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi who won the toss and started batting first. The decision was based on the nature of the Bharat Ratna Shri…
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, one of the Young India A batters was in news for a wrong reason after an ugly spat erupted between him and Sri Lanka’s Vishwa Fernando during India’s ongoing tri-series against Sri Lanka A. This match saw Sri Lanka A clinch victory through a Super Over in its dramatic conclusion and players from both sides were fired up. The contest itself threw up more than enough excitement but the post-match D:2 between Sooryavanshi and Sri Lankan player Veeshan Halambage became one of the talking points. Having been locked together throughout a closely fought tussle, the fourth quarter also…