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Richard Ngarava to lead as Zimbabwe name squad for Bangladesh ODIs

Zimbabwe have unveiled a 15-member squad for their upcoming three-match ODI series against Bangladesh , with several experienced players making their return as Zimbabwe look to build on their recent success. The selectors have recalled Innocent Kaia following his maiden Test century in the recent Test series. Fast bowler Richard Ngarava will lead the side in what will be his first outing as captain in the format since taking over the…

Jul 4, 2026

India face England in consequential 2nd T20I

England and India are getting ready to meet in the second T20I of a five-match T20I series in Manchester on Saturday. In the first game, persistent rain had disrupted the proceedings, denying a result. Before the weather intervened, India had shown a great deal of determination with the bat by putting up a challenging total of 189/7 in 20 overs. However, England never had the chance to face Indian bowlers; if they had, then they…

Jul 4, 2026

England confirm strong squad for India ODIs

England have named a 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against India, with promising youngster James Coles earning a maiden ODI call-up. The left-hander has been impressive in the domestic circuit with his batting and handy left-arm spin. Fast bowler Josh Tongue, who is yet to make his ODI debut, has also been named in the squad. Star pacer Jofra Archer also returns to the side. The squad also has powerful hitters in Ben Duckett and Jacob Bethell…

Jul 3, 2026

Women's T20 World Cup, Final: Fiercest rivals England, Australia set for blockbuster clash

England are preparing to take on Australia in the final of the Women's T20 World Cup on Sunday at the Lord's Cricket Ground in London. The showdown will renew the greatest rivalry between both sides, who enjoyed tremendously successful campaigns during the group stage of the tournament. It will be the fourth time England and Australia have faced each other in a Women's T20 World Cup final, following previous clashes in 2012, 2014, and…

Jul 3, 2026

"I’m very disappointed": Laura Wolvaardt reflects on South Africa's defeat in semi-final

South Africa slumped to a 40-run defeat against England in the semi-final of the Women's T20I World Cup on Thursday at The Oval, with England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt inspiring the side to the final of the tournament with a scintillating knock of 75 . Meanwhile, the tournament ended in heartbreak for the Proteas, who put their heart and soul into reaching the semi-final after overcoming enormous challenges during the group…

Jul 3, 2026

Ireland announce squad for West Indies ODIs

Ireland have unveiled their squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against West Indies women, with Gaby Lewis set to lead the side. The series, scheduled to take place at Bready from July, will be crucial as it is Ireland's first assignment in the latest ICC Women's Championship cycle. The side was recently seen at the Women's T20I World Cup, where they performed brilliantly, beating West Indies by six wickets in their final group stage fixture to record their first-ever win…

Jul 3, 2026

India to tour Sri Lanka for two Tests

India are set to tour Sri Lanka for a two-match Test series beginning on August 15, with both matches having huge importance in the current ICC World Test Championship campaign. The opening Test will be played at Galle International Stadium from August 15. After the first match, both teams will travel to Colombo, where the second and final Test is scheduled to be played at the Sinhalese Sports Club from August 23. This will be India's first Test…

Jul 2, 2026

WBBL 2026 schedule confirmed

The schedule for the 12th edition of the WBBL has been unveiled by Cricket Australia, with the tournament set to begin on October 29 and end on December 5. The star-studded league will commence with a double header at Junction Oval, with Melbourne Renegades going against Sydney Thunder in the afternoon showdown and Melbourne Stars locking horns with defending champions Hobart Hurricanes in the evening face-off. Throughout the tournament, there will be a total of 43 matches…

Jul 2, 2026

Women's T20 World Cup Semi-Final: Unbeaten England take on stubborn South Africa

England and South Africa are gearing up for a mouth-watering battle in the second semifinal of the Women's T20 World Cup , set to be played on Thursday at The Oval. Both teams will fight for a place in the final of the tournament, with this match being the do-or-die face-off. England have been utterly consistent throughout the competition, completing the group stage with five wins from five matches. They are one of only two unbeaten teams in…

Jul 2, 2026

Bangladesh name new-look squad for Zimbabwe T20Is, Towhid Hridoy to lead

Bangladesh have named their squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe, with captain Litton Das , all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz, and pace bowlers Taskin Ahmed and Hasan Mahmud set to miss the series. All four of these players will not be available due to their commitments in the Lanka Premier League, which takes place during the same period as the international fixtures. In Litton's absence, batter Towhid Hridoy will be leading…

Jul 1, 2026

"They outplayed us": Shreyas Iyer's honest admission on India's loss against Ireland

Indian captain Shreyas Iyer called India's 2-0 series defeat in the recently concluded T20I series against Ireland depressing, asserting that they were outplayed by their opponent in every department. Majorly, India struggled in the batting department, with their top-class batters being unable to adapt to the conditions. "It wasn't embarrassing, but it was depressing for us, because we definitely didn't expect Ireland to play that well. They outplayed us in…

Jul 1, 2026

"I want to still play for West Indies": Hayley Matthews

West Indies crashed to an eight-wicket defeat against Australia in the semi-final of the T20I World Cup 2026 on Tuesday at The Oval. Asked to bat, they were restricted to 125/7, with Hayley Matthews top-scoring with 30 runs. However, their other batters failed to overcome the challenge presented by Australia Women. For Australia, bowlers Ashleigh Gardner, Georgia Wareham, and Sophie Molineux remained superbly disciplined, taking two wickets each to keep…

Jul 1, 2026