England began their post-Bazball era in emphatic fashion, defeating Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs in the first Test at Headingley on Friday, August 21. The hosts dominated with both bat and ball, exposing Pakistan’s batting weaknesses and taking a 1-0 lead in the series. Pakistan’s second innings proved decisive as they were bowled out […]

Kagiso Rabada’s preparations for South Africa’s upcoming home season have been disrupted after the fast bowler suffered a right hamstring injury during winter training. The setback comes at an important time for the Proteas, with a demanding international schedule beginning in September. Rabada was already rested for South Africa’s upcoming white-ball tour of Namibia, which includes […]

Josh Hazlewood was left frustrated during Australia’s dominant opening day against Bangladesh in the second Test at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay after a mid-pitch collision with Taskin Ahmed prevented him from completing a straightforward caught-and-bowled chance. Australia won the toss and elected to bowl after suffering a nine-wicket defeat in the series opener […]

Mitchell Starc produced a sensational opening spell on Saturday, August 22, ripping through Bangladesh’s batting lineup with a remarkable five-wicket haul as Australia bounced back strongly in the second Test in Mackay. Bangladesh were bowled out for just 64 in 34 overs after Starc’s devastating spell left them reeling. Australia entered the Test under immense pressure […]

Former England seamer Kate Cross has announced that she will retire from professional cricket at the end of the summer, bringing the curtain down on an international career spanning more than a decade. The 34-year-old represented England 102 times between 2013 and 2025 and continued playing domestic cricket after losing her England contract last year. Cross […]

Madhya Pradesh all-rounder Saransh Jain could be in contention for his India Test debut as the team prepares for the second and final Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo. The 33-year-old was seen bowling extensively during India’s net session, with Sri Lanka’s left-hand-heavy batting lineup potentially influencing the team management’s selection decision. Jain received his […]

Sri Lanka has announced a 14-member squad for the second and final Test against India, with the series decider set to begin on Sunday, August 23, at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. The hosts have made several changes to their squad following the opening Test defeat in Galle, including replacements for two experienced players. […]

Australia are under significant pressure after suffering a nine-wicket defeat to Bangladesh in the opening Test of the series in Darwin. The result was a major setback for the No. 1-ranked Test side, with Bangladesh producing a disciplined performance to secure one of their most memorable victories away from home. With the second Test scheduled in […]

South African cricket legend Jonty Rhodes has offered a clear perspective on the ongoing debate surrounding Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s future with the Indian cricket team. With both veterans now in the latter stages of their international careers, questions have repeatedly been raised about whether age should influence decisions over their place in the […]

Manav Suthar has made a remarkable start to his Test career, and former India batter Hanuma Vihari believes the young spinner has all the qualities required to become one of the best bowlers in the longest format. Suthar played a starring role in India’s 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test in Galle, […]