Transfers, squad news, series previews and reaction from across international and franchise cricket.
Lucknow Super Giants are gearing up to host Delhi Capitals in the fifth match of IPL 2026 on Wednesday at Ekana Stadium. Both teams are stacked with strong squads heading into the match, with KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant once again set to square off against franchises that played a major role in shaping their IPL journeys. The showdown will be more interesting because their opening clash in the 2025 season turned into a…
The first-gamer Cooper Connolly produced a pulsating batting display to fire Punjab Kings to a hard-fought three-wicket victory against Gujarat Titans in Mullanpur on Tuesday. The IPL debutant Cooper Connolly emerged as the standout performer, guiding his side home with a brilliant unbeaten 72 off 44. Chasing a competitive target of 163, Punjab Kings found themselves under pressure early as wickets fell at regular intervals. Gujarat…
Lahore Qalandars opener Fakhar Zaman has been handed a two-match ban after being found guilty of ball-tempering during Lahore Qalandars' match against Karachi Kings on Sunday at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Fakhar was found to have breached Article 2.14 of the PCB Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to changing the condition of the ball in violation of Clause 41.3 of the PSL Playing Conditions. "Fakhar Zaman has been suspended…
Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has thrown his full support behind all-rounder Cameron Green , emphasising the team management’s long-term faith in the star all-rounder despite recent criticism over his performances and role. Green has come under fire following an underwhelming showing in the 2025–26 Ashes series against England, managing 171 runs at an average of 24.42 and picking up four wickets across five Tests. However, McDonald…
In the fourth match of the Indian Premier League , Punjab Kings are set to take on Gujarat Titans in Mullanpur on Tuesday. For both sides, this clash is an opportunity to get the things off to a great start after the last season that ended in disappointment for both sides. PBKS head into the new season with renewed vigour after coming so close to glory last year. In the last season, they lost in the final, which was a bitter pill to swallow.…
Pakistan fast bowler Naseem Shah has been fined heavily by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) over a controversial social media post targeting Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The disciplinary action comes two days after the PCB issued a show-cause notice to Naseem. The PCB imposed a fine of PKR 20 million (approximately USD 70,000) on Naseem Shah, which is believed to be the largest financial penalty in Pakistan cricket history. The board stated…
New Zealand have unveiled their squads for next month’s white-ball tour of Bangladesh , with the trio of Matt Fisher, Will O’Rourke , and Blair Tickner making their return to the side. All three of them had been sidelined during the home summer due to injuries; however, their return now strengthens New Zealand’s fast-bowling stocks. O’Rourke has been included in the ODI squad. Fisher, meanwhile, has been brought back into the T20I setup.
In a scintillating start to their campaign, Rajasthan Royals outclassed Chennai Super Kings with a resounding eight-wicket victory on Monday in Guwahati. The match was a one-sided affair as Rajasthan chased down a modest target of 128 with ease, finishing the job in 12.1 overs. RR's chase was headlined by a remarkable batting display by rising sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi , who notched up a 15-ball half-century. The young batter…
Mumbai Indians pulled off a dominant victory against Kolkata Knight Riders in their opening match of the IPL 2026 on Sunday at Wankhede Stadium, kicking off their tournament campaign on a successful note. The cornerstone of MI's resounding win was the breathtaking partnership between openers Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton , who gave the side a fiery start in the chase of 220 set by Kolkata Knight Riders after being asked to bat.…
Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene has heaped praise on Rohit Sharma after the veteran opener delivered a commanding performance against Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League on Sunday at the Wankhede Stadium. Rohit pulverised KKR's bowling attack to slam a decisive knock of 78 runs off 38 balls. In his impressive knock, he blasted six boundaries and six sixes to play a match-winning knock. Moreover, Rohit looked effortless, executing…
The murmurs began as soon as the match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians ended on Sunday at the Wankhede Stadium. The talk was about KKR star Cameron Green , who did not bowl a single over. Cameron Green, who was bought by KKR for INR 25.20 crore in the most recent IPL auction, was not introduced into bowling, raising eyebrows. Meanwhile, in a high-scoring clash, as Mumbai Indians claimed a six-wicket win, overhauling a…
Defending champions Lahore Qalandars have found themselves in huge trouble in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026, with allegations of ball-tempering rocking the side. At the centre of controversy is batter Fakhar Zaman , who has been charged with a Level 3 offence: “changing the condition of the ball”. “Lahore Qalandars’ Fakhar Zaman has been charged with a Level 3 Offence under Article 2.14 of the applicable Code of Conduct for Players and Player…
