Transfers, squad news, series previews and reaction from across international and franchise cricket.
India and South Africa women are gearing up to face off at Old Trafford on Sunday in a Group 1 clash of the Women's T20 World Cup . India have been unbeaten so far in the tournament, claiming victories over Pakistan and Netherlands women in their first two games. With back-to-back wins, India are full of confidence, hoping to seal a third straight win, which would strengthen their grip on a semi-final berth. South Africa, on the…
As India gear up for the third and final ODI against Afghanistan, set to be played on Saturday in Chennai, India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has praised the prominent emergence of all-rounders ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup. In the series against Afghanistan, India have missed the services of Hardik Pandya, which has given them the opportunity to test their bench strength. Players like Harsh Dubey and Nitish Reddy have made greater impact. "It's really…
Rishabh Pant is set for a reunion with his erstwhile franchise Delhi Capitals ahead of IPL 2027. According to reports, Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals are in the final stages of negotiating a deal that would see Pant move back to Delhi, while left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav will be heading to LSG. Although the deal is yet to be officially completed, both teams are working through the remaining formalities…
Matt Renshaw cracked a marvellous knock of 89* as Australia romped to a series-clinching win, beating Bangladesh by seven runs in the second T20I in Chattogram on Friday. The visitors came out with another amazing all-round performance to overcome a spirited challenge from Bangladesh, who remained in control for a crucial phase of the chase, but Australia's bowlers delivered under pressure in the closing overs to snatch victory from the hosts. Australia, deciding to…
India are gearing up to face Afghanistan in the third and final ODI, scheduled to be held at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday. India, being already 2-0 up in the series, will be aiming to complete a comprehensive 3-0 sweep. Having already secured an unassailable 2-0 lead, they head into the final game brimming with confidence. Meanwhile, Afghanistan have a final opportunity to salvage pride and end the tour on a positive note. So far…
Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary has questioned Indian management's decision to include Yashasvi Jaiswal in the playing XI for the second ODI against Afghanistan on Wednesday at Ekana Cricket Stadium. Jaiswal not only was included in the playing XI, but he was also promoted to open the batting alongside Rohit Sharma at Ekana Cricket Stadium. However, he endured a disappointing outing, falling for four runs. His promotion came after skipper Gill…
India cruised to a commanding 170-run win in the second ODI over Afghanistan at Ekana Cricket Stadium on Wednesday, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. India, after being asked to bat, overcame an early setback to pile up a massive total of 402 runs before being bundled out in 49.5 overs. They got off to a shaky start when Yashasvi Jaiswal departed cheaply, scoring four runs. However, Rohit Sharma steadied…
New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has announced the list of 20 centrally contracted players for the 2026-27 season, with Devon Conway and Blair Tickner returning to the group. The duo replaces young spinner Adi Ashok and pace bowler Muhammad Abbas, who were part of the previous contract list. Conway, over the past two years, was under a casual playing agreement with NZC that allowed him to participate in franchise leagues across the globe.…
West Indies have announced their squad for the upcoming two-match World Test Championship (WTC) series against Sri Lanka , with wicketkeeper-batter Joshua Da Silva and batter Amir Jangoo earning recalls to the Test setup. The series, scheduled to begin later this month in the Caribbean, will be an important assignment for West Indies as they look to strengthen their position in the new WTC cycle. The side is also boosted by the return of fast…
England will miss the services of Jamie Smith in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval after the wicketkeeper-batter withdrew from the match following the birth of his daughter. In the wake of it, England have brought in highly rated youngster James Rew to make his Test debut. "Uncapped wicketkeeper-batter James Rew has been called into the England Men’s XI for the second Rothesay Test against New Zealand in place of Jamie Smith," the…
India Women will face Netherlands Women in the Women's T20 World Cup in Leeds on Wednesday. The match appears to be in India's favour; however, the Netherlands are well capable of challenging India. India head into the match loaded with confidence after an impressive victory over Pakistan in their opening match. Against Pakistan, India showcased their strength in every department, getting off to a perfect start to their World Cup campaign. The most…
Shifting their focus to T20Is after a diabolical ODI series, Australia will face Bangladesh in the first T20I on Wednesday in Chattogram. The hosts have made things utterly difficult for Australia, completely dominating them in the preceding ODI series, where they prevailed with a 2-1 series win. Though Australia counterattacked constructively in the final match to end the series on a winning note, Bangladesh remained the defiant force. Now, brimming…
