Transfers, squad news, series previews and reaction from across international and franchise cricket.
Australian skipper Pat Cummins is set to miss the upcoming white-ball series against South Africa as part of a move to manage workload ahead of the Ashes. The decision comes as Australia place a strong emphasis on ensuring their key players remain fit and fresh for the high-profile Ashes series. South Africa will be touring Australia for a white-ball tour consisting of three T20Is and as many ODIs . The tour…
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are set for a thrilling rematch in the second T20I of their three-match series on Sunday at Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium. Sri Lanka currently lead 1–0 after a dominant performance in the opener, but Bangladesh will be eager to respond and level the series. Sri Lanka secured a comfortable 7-wicket win in the first game, propelled by a fiery innings from Kusal Mendis .…
For the first time ever, Italy have sealed a spot in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup , to be played in Sri Lanka and India next year. Despite a nine-wicket loss to the Netherlands, Italy held their nerve, dragging the match to clinch qualification on superior net run rate. Finally, both teams qualified for the mega event. Defending 134/7, Italy needed to control the Netherlands for at least 15 overs to qualify for the showpiece event and they did so to qualify for the…
As Australia and West Indies turn their attention to the third and final Test starting July 13 in Kingston, all eyes will be on visitors who are poised to complete a dominant 3-0 series sweep. The match carries special significance—not just for the potential whitewash but also as a milestone for Australian pace spearhead Mitchell Starc , who will be playing his 100th Test match. Starc will become the second Australian fast bowler after…
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has taken a dig at England’s “Bazball” approach after the hosts played patiently on day one (Thursday) of the ongoing Third Test at Lord’s. England played a very different game on Thursday, remaining vigilant and embracing a cautious approach in their innings. This was a big shift in their game from their aggressive approach that England have developed over the years since the arrival of Brendon McCullum and Ben…
Former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble has lauded young Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy for his spectacular performance on day one of the third Test against England at Lord’s. Reddy, who was brought into attack by skipper Shubman Gill in the 14th over, handing him the new ball, repaid the faith by claiming the wickets of England openers – Zac Crawley and Ben Duckett . Crawley departed for 18 and…
Texas Super Kings and MI New York will be facing off in the high-stakes battle of the ongoing Major League Cricket on Saturday at Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas. MI New York qualified for the Challenger after blowing away San Francisco Unicorns in the Eliminator. Their openers Monank Patel and Quinton De Kock , who gave the side a blazing start in their chase of 132, slammed 33 runs each to help the side go over the line in 19.
South African all-rounder Wiaan Mulder , who crafted a breathtaking unbeaten 367 against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo’s Queen’s Sports Club, has revealed West Indies legend Brian Lara told him that he should have gone for the 400-run mark. Mulder finished his innings at 367*, reaching a triple century off just 297 balls—the second fastest ever in Test cricket. With only 33 runs to go to eclipse Brian Lara’s…
Zimbabwe have declared a 16-member squad for the upcoming T20 tri-series at home, featuring South Africa and New Zealand . The series, which is scheduled to begin on July 14, will see Zimbabwe take on South Africa in the opening game at Harare. Sikandar Raza will be leading the squad that has been stacked with star performers such as Clive Madande, Wessly Madhevere, Wellington Masakadza and Ryan Burl. Zimbabwe have also…
England won the toss and decided to bat against India in the crucial third Test match on Thursday at Lord’s. England, who have already announced their playing, will look for a turnaround following their 336-run defeat in the second game. Going into the third Test, they have been bolstered by the return of pacer Jofra Archer , who makes a comeback to the side after four years. Archer has come in for Josh Tongue. India…
After claiming a 2-1 series win in the preceding three-match ODI series, Sri Lanka are set to host Bangladesh in the first of the three T20Is on Thursday at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Sri Lanka, buoyed by the momentum, will be focused on carrying their marvellous ODI form into the T20I series. Bangladesh, on the other side, would hope to divert attention from their recent defeat in ODIs and come back stronger in T20Is. Lately…
England have confirmed their playing XI for the third Test match against India, scheduled to start on Thursday (July 10) at Lord’s. Tearaway pacer Jofra Archer has made his comeback to the side after four years, replacing Josh Tongue . Archer, who has represented England in 13 Tests, has grabbed 42 wickets, but his progress has been hampered by a series of injuries since his last appearance for England in 2021.…
