Cricket News

Transfers, squad news, series previews and reaction from across international and franchise cricket.

WI vs PAK, 2nd T20I: All you need to know, head to head, probable XI

West Indies and England are ready to take on each other in the second match of the three-match T20I series on Sunday at Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill, Florida. Pakistan, fresh off a comprehensive victory in the first T20I, are leading the series 1–0 and would hope to secure the series-clinching win heading into the second game. Meanwhile, West Indies are in deep trouble. They’ve now lost six matches in a row, including a clean sweep in the…

Aug 2, 2025

“But I didn't expect the couple of words”: Prasidh Krishna on the face-off with Root

India seized the momentum on Day 2 of the ongoing fifth Test against England , clawing back into the contest with a spirited bowling display that bundled out the hosts for 247 in response to India’s first-innings total of 224. By stumps, India had accumulated their lead to 52 runs, scoring 75/2 in their second innings on an exhilarating day at The Oval. Fifteen wickets fell on the second day as India fought back against England in this crucial clash.

Aug 2, 2025

UAE, Pakistan and Afghanistan set to play T20I tri-series ahead of Asia Cup 2025

The United Arab Emirates are set to host Pakistan and Afghanistan in a T20I Tri-Series beginning on August 29 in Sharjah. All seven matches of the series will be held at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah. The series will precede the Asia Cup 2025, serving as a crucial platform for all three teams to fine-tune their preparations for the mega event. During the series, all teams will square off against each other twice, with the top…

Aug 1, 2025

ENG vs IND 5th Test, Day 2: Spotlight on Nair as India eye more runs

With Karun Nair emerging as the steadying presence, India ended day one at 204 for 6 after being sent in to bat in the fifth and final Test against England at The Oval. England, who are being led by stand-in captain Ollie Pope, decided to bowl and capitalised early with the new ball, striking at regular intervals to keep India on the back foot. India’s top order crumbled under pressure, with Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul and Shubman Gill…

Aug 1, 2025

ENG vs IND 5th Test Day 1: England decide to bowl in the decider

England on Thursday decided to bowl in the fifth and final Test match against India at The Oval. Ollie Pope is leading England, with Ben Stokes ruled out of the fifth Test because of a shoulder injury. Heading into the fifth Test, England made four changes, bringing in Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue, Jacob Bethell and Jamie Overton. For India, there is no Jasprit Bumrah . They have brought back Karun…

Jul 31, 2025

“It's not the first time that we were having a look at the wicket”: Shubman Gill defends coach Gambhir

Indian skipper Shubman Gill has weighed in on the confrontation between Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir and Surrey’s chief groundsman Lee Fortis . Gambhir was involved in a heated verbal spat with Lee Fortis during the practice session at The Oval on Tuesday. The altercation broke out after Fortis reportedly asked the Indian staff to keep away from the main part of the protected square. Speaking on the incident, Indian skipper…

Jul 31, 2025

ENG vs IND 5th Test: Gill remains tight-lipped on India’s playing XI

In the lead-up to the fifth and final Test against England at The Oval, Indian captain Shubman Gill declined to definitively confirm whether pace spearhead Jasprit Bumnrah would be selected for the last match. Bumrah has already featured in three matches which Indian management had targeted for him. Ahead of the England series, India had opted to limit Bumrah’s participation to just three of the five Tests, part of a…

Jul 31, 2025

ENG vs IND 5th Test: All you need to know, head to head, playing XI

England and India are gearing up to meet in the fifth and final Test match, scheduled to begin on July 31 at The Oval. England hold the edge in this tightly contested series, having secured a 2–1 lead with victories in the first and third matches. Going into the fifth Test, England would be looking to seal the series, ensuring they come out victorious against India after many years. India, however, will be desperate to register a win and avoid the series…

Jul 30, 2025

Mitch Owen earns maiden ODI call-up as Australia name white ball squads for South Africa series

Australia have named their ODI and T20I squads for the upcoming white-ball series against South Africa in August, with Mitchell Owen earning his maiden ODI call-up. The Australia will clash with the Proteas in three T20s and three ODIs in Darwin, Cairns and Townsville. Mitch Owen has been rewarded for his breathtaking performance in the five-match T20I series against West Indies. Mitchell…

Jul 30, 2025

ZIM vs NZ 1st Test: All you need to know, head to head, playing XI

The first Test of the two-match series between Zimbabwe and New Zealand is set to start on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Both tests will be held at the historic Queens Sports Club. Zimbabwe will host New Zealand in what is not a part of the current World Test Championship cycle, giving teams the freedom to play with less pressure. Zimbabwe, who will be led by Craig Ervine , have a very solid lineup…

Jul 30, 2025

Tom Latham out of first Test against Zimbabwe

New Zealand captain Tom Latham has been ruled out of the first Test against Zimbabwe due to a shoulder injury. Following his absence, Mitchell Santner , who also serves as New Zealand’s white-ball captain, will step up to lead the side. Latham, who has not made a complete recovery to play the first Test, picked up the injury while fielding during a T20 match for Birmingham earlier this month.

Jul 29, 2025

“They weren’t contributing as much”: Sanjay Manjrekar on Rohit, Kohli after Gill-led India's show in Manchester

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has showered massive praise on Indian skipper Shubman Gill and the rest of the players for their spectacular performance in the fourth Test match against England at Old Trafford. India’s ongoing Test series against England is their first without the presence of veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma , who retired from Test cricket ahead of the tour. Despite their absence…

Jul 29, 2025