Ben Stokes set for cricket return with Durham after shock England retirement The 35-year-old announced his international retirement a little over two weeks ago The Independent UK · Jul 15
Cricket World Cup in fresh shake-up with India v Pakistan double on cards The men’s Cricket World Cup will undergo yet another revamp when it takes place in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia next year The Guardian - UK · Jul 15
Major revamp announced for 2027 Cricket World Cup – what you need to know IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 15
Cricket World Cup format controversially revamped ahead of tournament expansion in 2027 14 teams will be cut to 12 after a preliminary round at next year’s event in southern Africa The Independent UK · Jul 15
ICC revamps 2028 T20 World Cup with new Super 10, Eliminators format The International Cricket Council announced a new 2028 T20 World Cup format. This structure includes a Super 10 stage and an Eliminators round. Twelve teams have already secured automatic qualification for the tournament. Eight remaining places will be decided through a 16-team Global Qualifier. This revised format aims to expand… The Economic Times · Jul 15
ICC approves new format for Men's Cricket World Cup 2027, introduces three-stage structure The International Cricket Council has approved a new three-stage format for the 2027 Cricket World Cup. This revamped structure aims to enhance competition and ensure more meaningful matches throughout the tournament. Fourteen teams will participate, with a new Super Series and Super 7 league stage introduced. The top four teams… The Economic Times · Jul 15
The day Harrogate ‘burst at the seams’ as Pakistan and India swung into town This unlikely 1986 match was ‘like a World Cup final’ and for some was the first proof of the Yorkshire immigrant community’s love of cricket The Guardian - UK · Jul 15
Triumphant ladies at Lord's: The Test match that broke more than just records India's win is a defining moment in history, no doubt. But it is not surprising. India is currently the only country to have a domestic red-ball 4-day tournament for women. Australia has one match a year, and the rest of the cricket world none. The Economic Times · Jul 14
Watching Australian sport embrace Modi broke my heart – and showed inclusion is still just a strategy When the AFL and Cricket Australia target India and the diaspora but only engage with convenient perspectives, trust begins to erode The Guardian - AU · Jul 14
IND vs ENG: With eyes on 2027 WC, Virat Kohli returns to a place that nearly broke him Virat Kohli has regained his dominant form in limited-overs cricket after a challenging period. He achieved his 71st international century at the Asia Cup 2022. Since then, Kohli has secured numerous accolades and broken several batting records. He is now targeting the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup title. Fans anticipate… The Economic Times · Jul 14
Big Bash League privatisation push not a 'cash grab' The head of a Big Bash League franchise believes the privatisation of clubs could help grow men and women's cricket at all levels. AAP · Jul 14
Indian team honour retiring England legends Knight, Beaumont with signed jerseys after historic Lord's Test India's women's cricket team honored Heather Knight and Tammy Beaumont after their final international match. Jemimah Rodrigues presented the retiring England stars with signed jerseys as a token of appreciation. The Indian team secured a historic 270-run victory in the one-off Women's Test at Lord's. Yastika Bhatia became the first… The Economic Times · Jul 14
Flower power: can England tempt head coach back with an already flawed setup? England Test head coach vacancy may not appeal to the Zimbabwean who is at the top of his field The Guardian - UK · Jul 13
Wasim Jaffer Feels India Rushed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Debut, Says 'We Got Carried Away by the Hype' Former India batter Wasim Jaffer believes the Indian team management rushed teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi into international cricket, saying the decision appeared to be driven more by public excitement than cricketing logic. Whats Hot · Jul 13
The Economic Times · Jul 13 ICC Men's Player of the Month nominees for June 2026 announced The International Cricket Council announced June 2026 Player of the Month nominees. Mossadek Hossain impressed with a series-winning performance against Australia. Nathan Smith led New Zealand's attack to a Test series victory. Shubman Gill scored centuries and amassed runs across formats. These players earned recognition for outstanding performances during the…
The Economic Times · Jul 13 Australia vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner in spotlight after wife’s shocking Instagram story names teammate: “This is who my wife cheated on me with..” Australian cricket vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner faces controversy after her wife publicly accused her of not being unfaithful. Monica Wright named teammate Georgia Voll as the alleged third person in public Instagram posts. The couple reportedly separated after a difficult marriage breakdown and deleted wedding photos. Their relationship began to unravel…
The Economic Times · Jul 12 Rahul Dravid among contenders for England test team coach's job after McCullum sacking: report With the departure of Brendon McCullum after a series defeat against New Zealand, Rahul Dravid's name surfaces as a top candidate to take over as the England Test team coach. Known for his thorough approach to the game, Dravid is among the favorites alongside Andy Flower and Richard Dawson, as…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 12 RIP Bazball: McCullum’s philosophy burned bright but all too briefly The sacked England Test coach reinvigorated an ailing team in 2022, but his super-aggressive style proved unsustainable
The Independent UK · Jul 12 The death of Bazball: Why Brendon McCullum’s reign as England’s Test coach had to end Comment: McCullum was the right man for England’s ailing Test team when he took the job in 2022, but he failed to show he could transform them from entertainers into elite performers
The Independent UK · Jul 12 ‘Gutted’ Brendon McCullum departs his role as England Test coach McCullum, famed for his ‘Bazball’ style, will remain in charge of the white-ball teams.
The Economic Times · Jul 12 India's batting under the microscope after T20 defeats by England, Ireland India's cricket team faced batting issues after losing two T20 series. England secured a dominant 4-0 series victory over the Indian squad. Earlier, Ireland had also achieved a 2-0 whitewash against the Indian team. Experts noted the batting unit appeared out of rhythm and struggled with bounce. This performance serves…
The Economic Times · Jul 12 India vs England ODI Schedule 2026: Full fixtures, match timings, squads and Jasprit Bumrah’s return boost ahead of high-voltage series India and England will compete in a three-match ODI series during July 2026. The series will feature matches at Edgbaston, Sophia Gardens, and Lord's. Jasprit Bumrah's return to ODI cricket after 2023 is a significant development for the team. Both teams have announced their respective squads for the upcoming fixtures.…
The Economic Times · Jul 12 Sourav Ganguly, Anjum Chopra inducted into ICC Hall of Fame Sourav Ganguly and Anjum Chopra were inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Former England captain Kevin Pietersen also joined them in the prestigious list. ICC Chairman Jay Shah praised their significant contributions to the sport. Ganguly expressed his honor and cherished this recognition from the game. Chopra also felt…
Times Life · Jul 12 5 Anaemia Warning Signs in Teenagers That Parents Often Mistake for Normal Fatigue Unusual Tiredness That Sleep Does Not FixMost teenagers sleep late and wake up groggy. That is not the tiredness to watch for. The fatigue that signals anaemia is different: a teenager who gets eight hours and still cannot get off the couch by noon, who falls asleep during tuition, who…
France 24 · Jul 11 'Greed' and loopholes: How cricket's $55 million development fund gets gamed The International Cricket Council distributes tens of millions of dollars per year in development funding through a system that insiders say is loosely monitored and easily manipulated, a Play the Game investigation has found in partnership with FRANCE 24.