Australia, the reigning champions, enter the Women's T20 World Cup as heavy favorites, aiming for their seventh title. Despite the retirement of legendary captain Meg Lanning, the team remains formidable under new skipper Alyssa Healy. Healy, a veteran of all six previous Australian triumphs, acknowledges the challenge ahead

The Indian cricket team, led by Rohit Sharma, displayed a remarkable shift in mindset on the fourth day of the second Test match against Bangladesh in Kanpur. Despite rain interruptions limiting play to just 35 overs in the first three days, the hosts seized the initiative on Monday. After dismissing

VVS Laxman, the former Indian batting maestro, has been instrumental in transforming the National Cricket Academy (NCA) into a hub for nurturing young talent and developing a robust bench strength for Indian cricket. Since taking over as the head of the NCA in December 2021, Laxman has implemented a holistic

India's Aggressive Batting Approach: A Flexible and Effective Alternative to 'Bazball' In the wake of England's 'Bazball' revolution, India has emerged with its own aggressive batting approach that is proving equally effective. While 'Bazball' emphasizes relentless attacking, India's

Pakistan's Test captain, Shan Masood, has defended his team's selection and performance, particularly in light of comparisons between Abdullah Shafique and Indian batting legend Virat Kohli. Masood faced a barrage of questions at a press conference on Monday, where he was grilled about his captaincy and

The Bharat Ratna Shree Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow is abuzz with excitement as the inter-state season kicks off with the Z.R. Irani Cup tie between Mumbai and the Rest of India (RoI). The camaraderie and bonhomie between the two squads were evident during the practice

On a sweltering day at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, India's U-19 cricket team asserted their dominance in the first Youth Test against Australia U-19. Opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi (81 batting) mesmerized the crowd with his exquisite strokeplay, guiding India to a commanding 103 for no loss at the

The Indian Premier League (IPL) Governing Council has released its guidelines for player retention, sparking discussions among experts on which players franchises should prioritize ahead of the mega auction. With six players allowed for retention, including Right-To-Match, tough decisions lie ahead for teams. For Mumbai Indians (MI), the future of

Former Indian cricket selector Saba Karim has suggested that Rinku Singh and Abhishek Sharma could form a formidable opening partnership for India in the upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh. Karim believes that Rinku's aggressive style and ability to play big shots would complement Sharma's more composed

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has appointed Lynford Inverary as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The decision was made by the board of directors on September 28 in Port-of-Spain. Inverary's appointment as COO will be effective from October 1, and his role

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has announced significant changes to its retention rules, allowing franchises to retain up to six players ahead of the 2025 auction. This strategic move will enable teams to secure top international players like Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins, who have proven their worth as world-class

Overseas Players Face Stricter IPL Rules to Prevent Withdrawals The Indian Premier League (IPL) has implemented new regulations to discourage overseas players from withdrawing after being auctioned. These rules aim to ensure player availability and prevent disruptions for franchises. Mandatory Registration and Availability Overseas players must now register for the

Pakistan Test captain Shan Masood has expressed his disappointment over the team's recent home defeats to Bangladesh but remains optimistic about their upcoming three-match series against England in October. Masood emphasized the importance of the England series for both Pakistan cricket and the players themselves. "The series

Ravindra Jadeja's exceptional all-around abilities have earned him high praise from India's bowling coach, Morne Morkel. Jadeja recently achieved the remarkable feat of 300 Test wickets and 3000 runs, becoming the second fastest to reach this milestone. Morkel hailed Jadeja as a "complete package"

Despite the cancellation of the fifth ODI due to rain, England's victorious squad gathered for their trophy presentation, with Jos Buttler mingling with fans despite his calf injury. Buttler's absence from the field has not diminished his popularity, highlighting the conundrum facing England's limited-overs

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has introduced a new retention formula that will require teams to pay a higher price for retaining more players. The formula, which can be described as 'pay more to retain more', stipulates that teams will have to pay a higher price for their

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has released Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel, and Yash Dayal from the Indian Test squad for the ongoing second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur. The trio will participate in the Irani Cup, which begins in Lucknow on Tuesday. The decision was made

India's wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant is renowned for his animated and enthusiastic presence behind the stumps. During the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur, Pant once again displayed his humorous side with a hilarious piece of advice for spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. As Bangladesh batter Mominul Haque repeatedly attempted

India's 'Bazball' Approach in Kanpur Test Draws Praise from Michael Vaughan Former England captain Michael Vaughan has lauded India's aggressive batting approach in the second Test against Bangladesh, likening it to England's "Bazball" style. India's batsmen displayed remarkable

Sachin Tendulkar to Grace Cricket Field Again in International Masters League Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar is set to return to the cricket field as he will participate in the inaugural International Masters League (IML), a six-team T20 competition scheduled to take place later this year across three venues in India.

The South African T20 league (SA20) is set to host its third season, and the upcoming player auction promises to be an exciting affair. With nearly 200 players shortlisted, including 115 South Africans, the six franchises will have their pick of some of the world's best T20 talent.

India tightened their grip on the rain-hit second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur on Monday, reducing the visitors to 26 for two in their second innings. Star off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin struck twice to leave Bangladesh trailing by 26 runs with two days remaining. Earlier, India declared their first innings at

Rohit Sharma's Rare Outburst: Frustration Boils Over After Wrongful LBW Call India's captain, Rohit Sharma, experienced a rare moment of frustration during the first innings of the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur. Despite providing a blistering start with three early sixes, Sharma's innings

India's Batting Blitz Overwhelms Bangladesh in Kanpur Test KANPUR, India - India's batsmen unleashed a relentless assault on Bangladesh's bowlers on Monday, overhauling the visitors' first innings total in just 28 overs and injecting new life into the rain-marred second test in Kanpur.

The Green Park Stadium in Kanpur has faced criticism after two days of play in the second India-Bangladesh Test were abandoned due to waterlogging, despite no rain during scheduled hours. BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla has defended the facilities, acknowledging the stadium's heritage but also recognizing the need for