BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards at Naman Awards 2026

March 14, 2026 12:57 PM

BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards at Naman Awards 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will celebrate excellence across the Indian cricketing spectrum at the prestigious Naman Awards 2026, scheduled to be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in New Delhi. The annual ceremony recognises exceptional performances and enduring contributions across international, domestic and age-group cricket, while honouring individuals whose work has shaped the growth and stature of the game in the country. At this year's ceremony, Roger Binny and Rahul ...

Mithun Manhas set to take charge as next BCCI president

September 21, 2025 3:23 PM

Mithun Manhas set to take charge as next BCCI president

Former Delhi captain Mithun Manhas is set to take charge as the new president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), with his name emerging as the only nomination for the top post after the deadline for filing closed on Sunday, according to ESPNcricinfo. The position has been vacant since Roger Binny stepped down in August, with vice-president Rajeev Shukla holding the role in an interim capacity. Alongside Manhas, another former cricketer is likely to join the board’s leadershi...

BCCI mourns passing of Mumbai spinner Padmakar Shivalkar

March 4, 2025 2:25 PM

BCCI mourns passing of Mumbai spinner Padmakar Shivalkar

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressed deep sorrow over the demise of former Ranji Trophy star and a stalwart of Mumbai cricket Padmakar Shivalkar, who passed away due to age-related issues on Monday. Shivalkar’s name is etched in the annals of the Ranji Trophy, where he enjoyed an illustrious career spanning over two decades. In 124 first-class matches, he claimed an astonishing 589 wickets at a remarkable average of 19.69. "The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCC...