Elevate Your Cricket Experience with Cricbuzz: The Ultimate Companion
Unveil the world of cricket like never before with Cricbuzz, your go-to app for superfast scores, immersive commentary, and a treasure trove of cricket-related content. Dive into the excitement of the game with our comprehensive features and exclusive offerings.
Lightning-Fast Scores and Commentary
Experience the thrill of live matches with superfast scores and engaging ball-by-ball commentary. Stay updated with every crucial moment and never miss a beat with our lightning-paced updates.
Engaging Ball-by-Ball Commentary
Immerse yourself in the game with highly engaging and entertaining ball-by-ball commentary. Our expert commentators bring the matches to life, providing insights and analysis that add a new dimension to your cricket viewing experience.
Download
Live Match Notifications and Breaking News
Stay ahead of the game with instant notifications for live matches and breaking news. Be the first to know about match updates, player performances, and all the latest cricket buzz.
Latest Cricket News and Editorials
Delve into the world of cricket journalism with our latest news and editorials. Stay informed about the latest happenings in the cricketing world and enjoy expert opinions and analyses.
Upcoming Match Schedules
Plan your cricket calendar with ease using our schedules of upcoming matches. Stay on top of all the fixtures and never miss a game with our comprehensive match schedules.
Exclusive Video Content
Immerse yourself in the visual delights of cricket with our exclusive video content. From match highlights to expert analyses, our videos offer a dynamic and entertaining perspective on the game.
Rankings, Stats, and Records
Get a statistical insight into the cricketing world with our rankings, stats, and records. Stay updated on player performances, team standings, and historical records with our comprehensive data.
Special Content for Major Tournaments
Experience the grandeur of major cricket tournaments like the ICC Cricket World Cup, T20 World Cup, Champions Trophy, IPL, and more. Enjoy special content dedicated to these prestigious events.
Extensive Global Coverage
Embark on a cricketing journey across the globe with our extensive coverage of all international cricket, including IPL, BBL, CPL, Natwest T20 Blast, and other major tournaments. Immerse yourself in the world of domestic cricket with our vast coverage.
Permissions and Your Privacy
To enhance your experience, the Cricbuzz App may request permissions for the following:
Storage: Required for local data storage, optimizing image loading, and ensuring a fast and fluid experience.
Accounts: Enables automatic population of your Gmail ID for efficient feedback submission.
Location: Utilized to curate content, ensuring you receive the most relevant updates on the home screen and for advertising purposes.
Elevate your cricketing journey with Cricbuzz, where passion meets innovation for an unparalleled experience. Download now and stay connected to the heartbeat of the game.
Cricbuzz stands as a leading cricket news platform, owned by Times Internet, offering a comprehensive array of content, including videos, text commentaries, player statistics, and team rankings. Covering live broadcasts of cricket matches, the website also extends its services through a dedicated mobile application.
Features and Reach
Cricbuzz has earned its status as one of the most popular mobile applications for cricket news and scores. In 2014, the website ranked seventh among the most searched sites in India. As of February 2022, the mobile app boasts over 100 million downloads, while the website garners usage from over 50 million users worldwide, accumulating an impressive 2.6 billion page views by January 2015.
Founding and Development
Established in 2004 by Pankaj Chhaparwal, Piyush Agrawal, and Pravin Hegde, Cricbuzz embarked on a journey to become a prominent source for live cricket news and scores. In 2010, the platform began developing a mobile app to enhance the accessibility of live cricket updates.
Acquisition by Times Internet
In November 2014, Times Internet, a subsidiary of Times of India, acquired a majority stake in Cricbuzz for an undisclosed amount. Despite the acquisition, the original founders continued to manage the website. In January 2015, GoCricket, owned by Times Internet, merged with Cricbuzz, redirecting GoCricket’s website traffic to Cricbuzz and merging their respective mobile applications.
Noteworthy Additions
In September 2016, Cricbuzz made a significant addition to its team by appointing Harsha Bhogle as the ‘Voice of Cricket.’ Since then, Bhogle, a respected commentator and cricket expert, has contributed to over 150 videos for the platform.
Sponsorship and Recognition
In August 2015, Cricbuzz secured the naming sponsorship for the India-Sri Lanka test series. The platform’s prominence further solidified in the second quarter of 2019, as it became the second most downloaded news application globally.
Cricbuzz remains at the forefront of delivering unparalleled cricket coverage, catering to the diverse needs of cricket enthusiasts worldwide.