Cricket

Ireland vs Afghanistan ODI Series Kicks Off in Bready

Ireland and Afghanistan launch five-match ODI series at Bready, a ground that has hosted just one men's ODI before. New eras begin for both sides.

Markram plays down LSG captaincy speculation

Aiden Markram has deflected talk of the vacant Lucknow Super Giants captaincy, insisting there are other quality leaders at the franchise.

Ajinkya Rahane Retires from International Cricket

Ajinkya Rahane has retired from international cricket and all formats, ending a 12-year career with 8414 runs and 15 centuries to his name.

Rockets Beat Spirit at Trent Bridge in Overton Thriller

The Overton brothers decided a Trent Bridge thriller as Rockets defeated Spirit, who now sit winless after two matches in the competition.

Kapp and De Klerk Seal London Spirit's First Win

Marizanne Kapp starred with the ball and De Klerk sealed the chase as London Spirit claimed their first win of The Hundred. Full match report.

Cricket Australia Open to England vs Australia Test in India

Cricket Australia CEO Nick Greenberg says he is open to staging an England-Australia Test in India, eyeing new content opportunities in the market.

India vs Zimbabwe: Harare Conditions Still a Threat

India have found their winning rhythm but Zimbabwe's Harare conditions continue to make life difficult for batters. Full match analysis on Octafield.

Singh Six-For Fires Worcestershire Title Defence

Worcestershire Rapids started their title defence with a hard-fought win, powered by a stunning six-wicket haul in a low-scoring contest. Full match report.

Birmingham Phoenix Hit Second-Highest Hundred Total

Birmingham Phoenix posted 214 for 4 against Trent Rockets at Edgbaston — the second-highest total in The Hundred's history. Full match breakdown.

SA20 2027 Dates Confirmed: Final in Cape Town

SA20 2027 runs from January 17 to February 21, with the final in Cape Town and Boland Park hosting a playoff match for the first time.

Rohit Sharma Retirement: The Art of the Perfect Exit

Rohit Sharma's international future dominates cricket headlines. We break down every path a modern great can take when walking away from the game.

India U-19 Post 411 to Leave Sri Lanka U-19 Reeling

India Under-19 piled up 411 with centuries from Manal and Ojha before their bowlers reduced Sri Lanka U-19 to eight down, 289 behind.

New Zealand Beat West Indies by One Wicket in Thriller

New Zealand beat West Indies by one wicket in a tense 189-run chase. Renaldo Bothma breaks down the tactics and turning points from this ODI classic.

Bangladesh Beat Zimbabwe in T20I Series Finale

Tanzid Hasan's half-century guided Bangladesh to a dramatic two-ball win over Zimbabwe, sealing the T20I series in a tense finish.

Duckett 141 Fires England to Record 387 at Lord's

Ben Duckett's 141 powered England to 387 at Lord's — the highest List A total at the ground, with a record stand against India. Full match report.

Manjot Kalra Remanded in LPL Fixing Case

Former India Under-19 player Manjot Kalra has been remanded until July 31 in Colombo after denying match-fixing allegations in the LPL 2026.

T20 Centuries: Oldest Batsmen to Hit Tons

Faf du Plessis leads the list of oldest batsmen to score T20 centuries. Seven remarkable innings that prove experience beats youth in T20 cricket.

India Bowled Out for 233 vs England: Archer Strikes

India were dismissed for 233 despite fifties from Kohli and Iyer as Jofra Archer and Gus Atkinson each took three wickets for England.

England vs India ODI 2026: Selection Crisis in Cardiff

England face a selection reckoning in Cardiff as India target series victory. Will they finally name a fourth seamer? The ODI crisis explained.

2027 ODI World Cup Format: Super Series & Super 7 Explained

The ICC has revealed a new Super Series and Super 7 structure for the 2027 ODI World Cup, designed to enhance consequence at every stage.

T20 World Cup 2028 Format: Eliminators Explained

The T20 World Cup 2028 will feature two eliminator matches before the semi-finals and five groups of four teams. Here's what the format change means.

Shaheen Afridi Gets NOC for Kandy Royals LPL

Shaheen Shah Afridi has been granted an NOC to feature for Kandy Royals in the Lanka Premier League — his second overseas T20 stint in a year.

Basson Seven-Wicket Haul Seals Test Win for SA U19s

Basson's stunning seven-wicket haul secured a Test victory for South Africa U19s despite a century partnership from England's Falconer and Lumsden.

India Beat England by 270 Runs in Historic Lord's Women's Test

India crushed England by 270 runs at Lord's in a historic women's Test, with Sneh Rana taking four wickets to seal the win on the final day.

Hetmyer Replaces Injured Greaves for NZ ODIs

Shimron Hetmyer steps in for injured Greaves ahead of the second and third ODIs against New Zealand. Full update on Octafield Cricket.

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh T20I 2026: Bangladesh Hit by Five Absentees

Zimbabwe face an under-strength Bangladesh side missing Litton, Mehidy, Taskin, Mahmud and injured Mustafizur in the T20I series opener. Full preview.