Transfers, squad news, series previews and reaction from across international and franchise cricket.
In a big blow to England’s bowling unit, pacer Jofra Archer will miss the upcoming three-match ODI series against West Indies due to a thumb injury. Following Archer’s injury, Luke Wood has been added to England’s ODI squad. Archer picked up the injury while playing for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 against Kolkatat Knight Riders on May 4. Meanwhile, ECB stated that “He will be reassessed by the England medical team over…
As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 inches toward its climax, Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants are set to lock horns in the 64th match of the season on Thursday in Ahmedabad. While GT have their sights firmly set on securing a top-two finish, LSG are left to salvage pride after a season filled with inconsistent performances. Titans have emerged as one of the most balanced sides this season. A major factor behind their…
Mumbai Indians secured their place in the IPL 2025 playoffs with a clinical 59-run win over Delhi Capitals on Wednesday at Wankhede Stadium, showcasing their all-round prowess in a one-sided encounter. Asked to bat, MI posted a formidable total of 180 for 5 in 20 overs, with Suryakumar Yadav hammering a blistering 73-run knock unbeaten to anchor the innings with composure and determination. Delhi Capitals, in response, never looked comfortable in…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has announced that the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad, which was scheduled to be played at Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday (May 23), will now be played at Lucknow's Ekana Cricket Stadium due to adverse weather conditions in Bengaluru. The change comes in response to persistent weather conditions in the southern region. Recently, the match between RCB and…
Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals are set to collide in what promises to be the most pivotal clash of the IPL 2025 for them on Wednesday at Wankhede Stadium. With the playoffs fast approaching, the 63rd match carries immense significance for both sides. MI are looking forward to securing a playoff berth, while DC are fighting for survival. After encountering a sluggish start to the season, MI have staged a remarkable turnaround. Now, with 14…
England have announced their playing XI for the four-day Test match against Zimbabwe , scheduled to be played at Trent Bridge from May 22. Sam Cook is set to make his debut, having been impressive in first-class cricket with 321 wickets in 89 games. Ben Stokes will lead the side after recovering from a hamstring injury picked up in New Zealand in December. Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, and Harry Brook are the…
Pakistan have named a 16-member squad for their upcoming three-match T20I series at home against Bangladesh, with Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Afridi missing out on a spot in the squad. Meanwhile, big names such as Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah and Said Ayub have made the cut. Salman Ali Agha will continue to lead the side, while all-rounder Shadab Khan will serve as his…
Mumbai Indians (MI) have signed Jonny Bairstow , Richard Gleeson and Charith Asalanka as temporary replacements for Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton and Corbin Bosch . Bairstow will join MI at a price of INR 5.25 crore, while pacer Gleeson has been roped in at a reserve price of INR 1 crore. Meanwhile, Asalanka joins the side for INR 75 lakhs. The trio will be available for MI during playoffs…
In a big decision ahead of their Pakistan tour, Bangladesh will be playing an additional T20I against the UAE. The Emirates board has now announced that the two nations will play an additional T20I on May 21. The development comes after both boards agreed to play an extra T20I match. Initially, the series comprised two T20Is, but following the discussion between both boards, an extra T20I has been added to the schedule. This adjustment also allows Bangladesh squad…
Delhi Capitals ’ wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul’s impact on the field was undeniable on Sunday in the match against Gujarat Titans when he crafted a passionate 112-run knock unbeaten to anchor the innings under pressure. Rahul’s unwavering resolve was on full display as he played a major role in lifting the side to a fighting score of 199/3 in 20 overs. DC, after being asked to bat, got off to a shaky start, with their top…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have signed Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani as a replacement for South African pacer Lungi Ngidi for the IPL 2025. He has been roped in by RCB for INR 75 Lakh. Lungi Ngidi, who is set to depart RCB by May 26 due to international commitments, is likely to feature for South Africa in the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord’s next month. Ngidi, however, will be available for…
Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has expressed that Shreyas Iyer didn’t get the necessary credit for successfully leading the Kolkata Knight Riders to title win last year. Gavaskar indirectly took a dig at Gautam Gambhir, who was KKR’s mentor last year. It wasn’t just Iyer’s leadership that took the side to the title win; his batting was also equally sensible in creating the path for KKR’s title victory. Last year, he scored 351 runs from…
