Transfers, squad news, series previews and reaction from across international and franchise cricket.
Afghanistan are set to host Sri Lanka for the first time in a bilateral series next month. The white-ball tour will feature three T20Is and three ODIs , all to be played in the United Arab Emirates from March 13 to 25. Although Afghanistan will be the designated host, the matches will take place in Sharjah and Dubai. The tour will begin with a three-match T20I series at Sharjah Cricket Stadium on March 13, 15…
South Africa have unveiled a blockbuster 2026-27 international home season, featuring the high-stakes Test series against Australia and England and a full multi-format tour by Bangladesh . The Test series will mark Australia's return to South Africa for their first Test tour since 2018. The three-match Test series against Australia begins in Durban from October 9 to 13, moves to Gqeberha from October 18 to 22, and concludes…
England and Pakistan are set to lock horns in their crucial Super Eights encounter of the T20 World Cup in Pallekele on Tuesday. The surface, where spin is expected to dictate terms, will see both teams head into the match with potent spin resources. England may not have been consistent throughout the tournament, but they have played according to the situation, showing tactical awareness. They began their Super Eights campaign in emphatic fashion…
Having lifted the trophy in Barbados in 2024, India entered this year’s tournament as one of the favourites to go deep once again. However, their devastating loss to South Africa in their Super Eight match on Sunday in Ahmedabad has reshaped the group dynamics and tightened the race for the semi-finals. Against South Africa, India went down with a 76-run loss in what was a rematch of the 2024 T20 World Cup final. Chasing a competitive target of 188, India…
India’s crushing loss to South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash on Sunday has triggered intense debate, as their prospects of making it to the semi-final have taken a massive hit. South Africa delivered a sharp performance, coming out more decisively and tactically superior. India, on the other hand, appeared unsettled both in team balance and execution. Though several factors contributed to the setback, one decision has drawn…
India have stood by their call to select Washington Sundar ahead of Axar Patel for the Super Eight clash against South Africa on Sunday in Ahmedabad, despite suffering a heavy 76-run defeat. Axar, who has been in impressive form and also serves as India’s vice-captain, had been rested for the previous game against the Netherlands. His absence offered Washington an opportunity to get valuable match time as he worked his way back to full fitness.…
India captain Suryakumar Yadav remains confident his team can quickly recover from their heavy defeat to South Africa and keep their campaign alive in the T20 World Cup. India’s 76-run loss to the Proteas in Ahmedabad on Sunday ended a 4-match winning streak and marked their first setback of the tournament. The defeat has added urgency to their remaining Super Eight fixtures, with the defending champions now facing a tense battle to secure a place in the semi-finals.…
Delivering a breathtaking all-round performance, South Africa outclassed India by 76 runs in their Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup on Sunday in Ahmedabad, riding on a masterclass half-century from David Miller, crucial contributions from Dewald Brevis and Tristan Stubbs, and a disciplined bowling display led by Keshav Maharaj and Marco Jansen. Deciding to bat, South Africa had to recover from an early wobble after their top order faltered under pressure…
India captain Suryakumar Yadav has thrown his weight behind opener Abhishek Sharma , despite the explosive batter enduring a torrid start to the ongoing Men's T20 World Cup. Abhishek’s campaign so far has been incredibly disappointing. In three group-stage outings, he has been dismissed for a duck each time. He failed to open his account against the USA, Pakistan and the Netherlands. "I am worried for those who are worried about Abhishek Sharma's…
India are fine-tuning their preparations for a high-stakes Super 8 encounter in the T20 World Cup 2026 against South Africa , set to be played on Sunday in Ahmedabad. The clash carries added weight, serving as a rematch of the 2024 T20 World Cup final. With the tournament heading into a massive phase, the upcoming match could hugely shape the semi-final race. A win here would give either side a commanding position in the Super 8 heading into the final round…
Pakistan are set to embark on a short tour of Bangladesh in March 2026 for a three-match ODI series . All matches will be played at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. According to Pakistan Cricket, The team will arrive in Dhaka on 9 March to fine-tune preparations ahead of the opening encounter on 11 March. The remaining matches are scheduled for 13 and 15 March, respectively. Pakistan head into the tour brimming with…
Left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj has been appointed captain of South Africa’s 15-member squad for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand, set to begin on March 15. The five-match series will run through March 25, coming just a week after the conclusion of the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Several players who are part of the World Cup squad have been rested to manage workload. Among those currently in India for the global tournament, only…
