Transfers, squad news, series previews and reaction from across international and franchise cricket.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been bolstered by the return of Tim David as they gear up to seal their spot in the IPL 2025 playoffs. The Indian Premier League is set to resume on May 17 following a one-week suspension due to rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Apart from Tim David, RCB have also confirmed the presence of Jacob Bethell, Liam Livingstone and Phil Salt for the latter stages of the tournament.
Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batter Kusal Mendis , according to a report in ESPNcricinfo, is set to replace Jos Buttler at Gujarat Titans for the IPL playoffs, which are set to begin on May 29. Buttler, who is available for GT for three league matches, is slated to travel to England to participate in England’s white-ball series against West Indies, which is scheduled to get underway from May 29 – the same day IPL playoffs begin.
Indian batting superstar Virat Kohli brought the curtains down on his glorious career in Test cricket by announcing his retirement from the format on May 12. Kohli’s retirement came just days after Rohit Sharma called time on his Test career on May 7. The great Kohli ended his 14-year career with a humongous record in the longest format, amassing 9,230 runs in 123 Tests to finish as India’s fourth-highest run-scorer in the red-ball format. Kohli also…
England have named their squad for the upcoming white-ball series against West Indies women. They are set to host West Indies for three T20Is and as many ODIs. Issy Wong has returned to the squad for the first time since making her last appearance for England in September 2024. She has been included in England’s T20I squad. Sophie Ecclestone , who has been left out of both squads, is the notable absentee. Nat Sciver-Brunt…
Romario Shepherd and Liam Livingstone have joined the RCB for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Romario was accompanied by fellow West Indies stars and KKR players Andre Russell, Sunil Narine and KKR mentor Dwayne Bravo . However, Romario’s participation raises questions due to his concurrent commitment to the West Indies' white-ball series against England, which…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to resume on May 17 after a week-long suspension prompted by escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Meanwhile, the IPL has taken a bold decision, allowing franchises to sign temporary replacement players for the remainder of the season. However, these players will not be eligible for retention ahead of the next edition of the league. While the majority of overseas players have confirmed their availability…
New Zealand fast bowler Trent Boult , according to ESPNcricinfo, is set to rejoin Mumbai Indians ’ squad for the remainder of the Indian Premier League 2025, which is scheduled to resume on May 17. The veteran pacer will return at a crucial time for Indians, who have staged an impressive turnaround after a dismal start to the tournament. Boult has played a pivotal role in reviving MI’s fortunes. He is the leading wicket-taker for MI with…
Former England fast-bowling legend James Anderson has lauded Virat Kohli as one of the greatest batters to ever play Test cricket following Kohli’s recent retirement from the longest format. Kohli, who called time on his Test career after a remarkable 14-year journey, leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered forever. Kohli’s retirement call came just a few days after Rohit Sharma decided to retire from Test cricket on May 7. Both…
West Indies have announced their squad for the upcoming white-ball tour of England , with Chinelle Henry and Deandra Dottin missing out due to injury. The tour will involve three ODIs and as many T20Is, scheduled to be played from May 21 to June 8. Hayley Matthews will be leading the side amid the presence of Shemaine Campbelle, Aaliyah Alleyne, and Jahzara Claxton. There have been two important inclusions in the squad, with uncapped players…
Former England cricketer Moeen Ali has shared his views on Virat Kohli’s recent announcement to retire from Test cricket, calling it a huge blow to the Test cricket. Moeen Ali didn’t hold back in expressing praise for Kohli’s contributions to the game, even drawing a comparison between Kohli and the legendary Sachin Tendulkar . Virat Kohli called time on his 14-year Test career on May 12. “It’s a…
South African players currently participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) are preparing to depart early, with Cricket South Africa (CSA) instructing all its players involved in the Indian Premier League (IPL) to return by May 26. Overall, 20 South African players are currently participating in the IPL, eight of whom have been selected in the squad for the WTC final. "The initial agreement with the IPL and BCCI was that players would return on May 26…
England have named their squads for the upcoming white-ball series against West Indies, with Liam Livingstone being overlooked for the series. The series will mark Harry Brook’s first assignment as England’s white-ball captain. Liam Dawson is set to play his first T20I following a three-year absence. Tom Hartle has been added to the ODI squad. Meanwhile, Phil Salt has made his way to the T20I squad, while Jofra Archer…
