Cricket

"I get frustrated": CA CEO after Day 1's play called off earlier

Cricket Australia (CA) Chief Executive Officer Todd Greenberg on Monday expressed frustration over the loss of playing time after Day 1 of the ongoing fifth and final Test between Australia and England at the Sydney Cricket Ground was called off early due to a combination of rain interruptions, lightning and bad light.

2026-01-05T08:41:06.047338+00:00 IST

Broadcast of all IPL 2026 matches suspended in Bangladesh

This development follows the announcement by the KKR that they had removed Bangladeshi player Rahman from their IPL 2026 roster in response to a directive from the BCCI regarding atrocities committed against minorities in Bangladesh.

2026-01-05T08:05:49.623578+00:00 IST

Singh on BCB requesting ICC to shift T20 WC fixtures ouside India

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh on Monday commented on the Bangladesh Cricket Board's (BCB) formal request to the International Cricket Council (ICC) to relocate their 2026 Men's T20 World Cup matches from India to alternative venues, citing safety and security concerns.

2026-01-05T07:23:18.955443+00:00 IST

"It will be nice playing in IPL": Paarl Royals' Nqobani Mokoena 

Paarl Royals' young gun Nqobani Mokoena expressed his enthusiasm for playing the Indian Premier League (IPL), saying it will be nice to play the league. Coming from U19 cricket, Nqobani soaked up the experience and felt great support around him.

2026-01-05T07:22:16.649050+00:00 IST

Ashes 5th Test: Head's 91* help AUS close on 166 (Day 2, Stumps)

Australia opener Travis Head's brilliant half-century has helped his side to trail by xx runs in response to England's first innings score of 384 at the stumps on Day 2 of the ongoing fifth and final Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Monday.

2026-01-05T07:14:41.892686+00:00 IST

Nepal announce squad for ICC Women's T20 Global Qualifiers 2026

Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has named a 15-member senior women's squad for the ICC Women's T20 Global Qualifiers 2026 tournament on Sunday.

2026-01-05T05:25:02.415811+00:00 IST

Ashes 5th Test: Joe Root's 160 guides England to 384

A superb knock by England great Joe Root has helped his side to post 384 runs on the board in their first innings of the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Monday. For Australia, speedster Michael Neser picked up a four-wicket haul.

2026-01-05T04:19:17.752066+00:00 IST

Joe Root equals Ricky Ponting with 41st Test Hundred

England veteran batter Joe Root became the joint-third highest with the most Test hundreds in international cricket, according to the International Cricket Council (ICC).

2026-01-05T03:12:41.286173+00:00 IST

Ashes 5th Test: Joe Root's century put England on top

A magnificent century from veteran batter Joe Root has helped England to reach a commanding position after the end of the first session of Day 2 in the visitors' first innings of the ongoing fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Monday.

2026-01-05T02:36:12.612504+00:00 IST

Zimbabwe skipper Raza speaks on T20 WC prep, featuring in SA20

Sikandar, playing for Paarl Royals in the league, was speaking to the media after the conclusion of his side's match with defending champions MI Cape Town. His brilliant spell of 4/13 in four overs had restricted MI Cape Town to just 88, and Paarl chased down the total with seven wickets and seven overs in hand.

2026-01-04T19:17:55.397777+00:00 IST

Aakash speaks on BCB requesting T20 WC matches venue change

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has formally requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) to relocate Bangladesh's matches in the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 to venues outside India, citing "safety and security" concerns of the Bangladeshi players, as per a BCB press release.

2026-01-04T17:32:16.030569+00:00 IST

Atherton voices concern over rare neglect of specialist spinners

The decision once again drew criticism from former England captain Michael Atherton, who expressed disappointment over the lack of bowling variety.

2026-01-04T15:49:20.487050+00:00 IST

"She will play a key role in shaping the team’s approach": Nayar

UP Warriorz head coach Abhishek Nayar has expressed strong confidence in Meg Lanning after the Australian great was appointed as the captain of the side, highlighting her leadership qualities and vast experience.

2026-01-04T15:40:34.197675+00:00 IST

"Brother from another mother": Bravo speaks on bond with Dhoni

Bravo, who has been featuring for CSK in the IPL from 2011-15 and then from 2018-22 and won three IPL titles with the franchise, was speaking on the 'Beard Before Wicket' podcast. On the podcast, Bravo said that once Dhoni stopped him from diving on the field because his "four overs were important than saving four runs".

2026-01-04T15:18:18.459283+00:00 IST

"Really looking forward...": Lanning on being named UPW skipper

Lanning has been announced as the new captain of the Women's Premier League (WPL) franchise UP Warriorz. A three-time WPL finalist with Delhi Capitals (DC) and a legendary figure in international cricket, both as a batter and leader, was brought by UPW for Rs 1.90 crores in the WPL auction last year.

2026-01-04T14:57:13.859040+00:00 IST

Aussie icon Meg Lanning announced as UP Warriorz captain

Lanning, a three-time WPL finalist with Delhi Capitals (DC) and a legendary figure in international cricket both as a batter and leader, was brought by UPW for Rs 1.90 crores in the WPL auction last year.

2026-01-04T14:32:48.048226+00:00 IST

Cook open to coaching, in "zero contact" with England for gig

Former England cricketer Michael Atherton had suggested that Alastair Cook could be considered for a role as assistant coach after the Ashes, believing that a contrasting voice may help England reset standards following a disappointing period.

2026-01-04T13:48:31.566115+00:00 IST

Harry Brook reflects on tough Ashes series Down Under

England batter Harry Brook admitted that the ongoing Australia vs England Ashes series has been a frustrating one for the 26-year-old as he hasn't been able to get a big score.

2026-01-04T13:06:00.060456+00:00 IST

"Siraj one of the unluckiest guys...": AB on pacer's T20 WC snub

AB, who played with Siraj in a few seasons as a part of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) was speaking on his YouTube Channel. Siraj, who recently made his ODI set-up return for the series against New Zealand in January, is missing from the T20 World Cup squad despite his excellence as a workhorse who simply does not get tired of hitting the deck relentlessly.

2026-01-04T12:54:20.111429+00:00 IST

"Not in my mind": DC's Shree Charani on Rs 1.3 crore pressure

Shree Charani played a pivotal role in India's historic victory at the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025. The 21-year-old spinner finished the tournament as the fourth-highest wicket-taker, claiming 14 wickets in nine matches and earning praise for her performance on the grand stage.

2026-01-04T12:53:39.745144+00:00 IST

AB de Villiers calls Hardik Pandya "big pivotal player"

South Africa legend AB de Villiers has heaped praise on India all-rounder Hardik Pandya, describing him as a "big pivotal player" for the Indian team in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

2026-01-04T12:29:04.047294+00:00 IST