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Watch: Cheteshwar Pujara reveals why he retired — 'Right time for me to move on …'

Cheteshwar Pujara has retired from Indian cricket. He made this decision after careful consideration. Pujara consulted his family before retiring. He played 103 Test matches for India, and scored 7,195 runs with 19 centuries in the process. Pujara considers India's Test series wins in Australia as career highlights. He was a key player in those victories.

Watch: Bruno Fernandes stumbles into referee, blazes penalty over as Man United squander chance vs Fulham

Bruno Fernandes experienced a bizarre incident in Manchester United's match against Fulham when he collided with referee Chris Kavanagh before a penalty. The disruption seemingly affected Fernandes, as his subsequent penalty kick sailed over the crossbar. This miss compounds Fernandes' penalty record and underscores United's struggles with scoring.

Prithvi Shaw’s comeback trail continues: After debut hundred, he hits second fifty-plus score for Maharashtra

Prithvi Shaw, now representing Maharashtra, is making a strong statement ahead of the 2025-26 domestic season. Following a century against Chhattisgarh, the 25-year-old struck a fluent half-century against TNCA President’s XI, showcasing his attacking instincts. This innings further solidifies his comeback after a challenging previous season, as he aims for consistency with his new team.

From Ishant Sharma to Ravindra Jadeja: 5 Indian cricketers who debuted before Cheteshwar Pujara but are still active

Cheteshwar Pujara, a stalwart of India's Test cricket team, has retired from all formats at 37, leaving behind a legacy of 7,195 runs in 103 Tests. Despite Pujara's exit, several contemporaries who debuted earlier continue to play.

Pérez, Bottas to drive for Cadillac in 2026 - sources

Cadillac's incoming Formula 1 team is set to join the grid with Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas as drivers, sources have told ESPN.

'Holy grail' Jordan-Bryant sports card sells for record $12.9M

A 1-of-1 signed Michael Jordan/Kobe Bryant card broke the record for most expensive sports card sold at auction, closing at $12.932 million Saturday night.

Man United transfers: GK Lammens left out of Antwerp squad

Manchester United target goalkeeper Senne Lammens was left out of Royal Antwerp's matchday squad for their Belgian Pro League clash on Sunday.

Son Heung-Min scores first LAFC goal in draw against Dallas

Son Heung-Min scored his first goal to help Los Angeles FC earn a 1-1 draw with FC Dallas on Saturday night.

Premier League updates: Man United in action at Fulham

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Watch: Fan 'steals' ball? Spectator plays hilarious prank after Dewald Brevis' smashing six

Dewald Brevis's powerful sixes and a fan's playful ball-grabbing antics went viral in a record-breaking ODI match where Australia dominated South Africa. Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, and Cameron Green all scored centuries, propelling Australia to a massive 431/2. Connolly's impressive 5-22 meant that South Africa's chase fell short, but they secured the series 2-1.

38-year-old record shattered! Australia's 22-year-old bowler creates history just two days after birthday

Cooper Connolly's record-breaking five-wicket haul propelled Australia to a dominant 276-run victory over South Africa in the third ODI at Mackay. The 22-year-old's stellar performance, where he took 5 for 22, made him the youngest Australian to achieve an ODI five-for. Earlier, Australia amassed a massive 431/2, highlighted by centuries from Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, and Cameron Green.

SA20 | Sourav Ganguly’s first-ever coaching stint: Former India skipper joins Pretoria Capitals

Sourav Ganguly, the former Indian captain, has been appointed as the head coach of the Pretoria Capitals, an SA20 franchise, for the 2026 season. This marks Ganguly's inaugural coaching role with a cricket team. The Centurion-based team confirmed the appointment following Jonathan Trott's departure, hoping Ganguly's leadership will bring a turnaround in their performance.

AUS vs SA | Historic rout! Australia hand South Africa their heaviest ODI defeat ever

Australia delivered a commanding performance, defeating South Africa by 276 runs in Mackay, marking the Proteas' heaviest ODI loss. Travis Head (142) and Mitchell Marsh (100) set the stage with a record-breaking opening partnership, followed by Cameron Green's explosive unbeaten 118. South Africa struggled to respond, collapsing for 155 as Cooper Connolly claimed 5-22.

No farewell! MS Dhoni, Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh - Cheteshwar Pujara joins list of Indian legends without a goodbye game

Cheteshwar Pujara's quiet retirement highlights a common trend in cricket, where legends like MS Dhoni and Virender Sehwag also missed grand farewells. Many Indian cricket stars, including Yuvraj Singh and Zaheer Khan, exited without fanfare due to form, injuries, or team decisions. The future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remains uncertain, raising concerns about potential unceremonious departures.

Transfer rumors, news: Man Utd's Bruno wanted by Al Ittihad

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes is still attracting interest from the Saudi Pro League. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

'Some of my best memories came batting alongside you': Rishabh Pant pays tribute to Cheteshwar Pujara

Rishabh Pant honored Cheteshwar Pujara upon his retirement, recalling their vital Test partnerships, notably during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Pant highlighted their memorable stand at Sydney and Pujara's resilient innings at the Gabba, which significantly contributed to India's victories and draws. Pujara concluded his career as a key Test player, amassing 7,195 runs.

Cheteshwar Pujara retires: From Gautam Gambhir to R Ashwin - who said what?

Anil Kumble and other prominent cricket figures lauded Cheteshwar Pujara as he retired from all formats of Indian cricket. Pujara concluded his career after 103 Tests, amassing 7,195 runs. Celebrated for his grit and patience, Pujara's contributions were widely acknowledged by teammates and rivals alike, who wished him well for his future endeavors.

Watch: Bruised but not broken! When Cheteshwar Pujara was hit 11 times by Australia — and stood tall

Cheteshwar Pujara, after announcing his retirement, is remembered for his resilience, exemplified by his courageous innings at the Gabba in 2021. He endured 11 blows to his body from Australian pacers, including Cummins, Starc and Hazlewood, prioritizing his wicket to blunt the attack and pave the way for India's historic victory.

Last time Cheteshwar Pujara played for India: Who were his teammates and where are they now?

Cheteshwar Pujara, known for his resilience, has retired from Indian cricket after 103 Tests, his last being the 2023 World Test Championship final. That match also marked the end for some teammates. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retired from T20Is and Tests, while Shubman Gill now captains the Test side.

Cheteshwar Pujara retirement: What is written on his goodbye post? Read inside

Cheteshwar Pujara, a celebrated Test batter for India, has announced his retirement from international cricket after a remarkable career spanning over a decade. The 37-year-old concluded his journey with 7,195 runs in 103 Tests and an impressive 21,301 first-class runs. He expressed gratitude to the BCCI, teammates, family, and fans for their unwavering support throughout his career.