Cricket

BCB requests ICC to relocate T20WC 2026 matches outside India

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.

2026-01-04T12:12:44.814061+00:00 IST

BAN sports advisor lauds BCB's move to not send men's team to IND

BCB has decided not to send its senior men's cricket team to India for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India following a directors' meeting on Sunday, the Daily Star reported. This comes after pacer Mustafizur Rahman was released from Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) after being "instructed" by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to do so. The bowler's inclusion in the KKR roster received immense criticism amid atrocities on religious minorities in Bangladesh.

2026-01-04T12:02:27.289736+00:00 IST

Doctors optimistic about Martyn moving out of ICU

Martyn, a 54-year-old and two-time World Cup winner with Australia, is now able to talk as he woke up from the coma after being placed into it last week in the hospital at Gold Coast, as per ESPNCricinfo.

2026-01-04T11:57:21.982009+00:00 IST

Vettori opens up on Australia playing no spinner at SCG

Australia assistant coach Daniel Vettori said the decision to play the fifth Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) without a specialist spinner was based on recent pitch trends, noting that the venue has offered lesser assistance to spinners in recent years despite its historical reputation.

2026-01-04T11:44:50.608282+00:00 IST

MCA thanks RCB, RR for stadium visit

The Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) thanked the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) for visiting the MCA International Stadium, calling it an important step toward showcasing the venue.

2026-01-04T11:09:16.361337+00:00 IST

Bangladesh cricket board not to send team to India for T20 world

The BCB has also asked the International Cricket Council (ICC) to shift Bangladesh's cricket team matches from India to Sri Lanka. According to the Daily Star, BCB is expected to issue an official statement shortly.

2026-01-04T10:15:53.385636+00:00 IST

SA20: MI Cape Town seek fortune reversal against Paarl Royal

Considering the amount of talent within the MI Cape Town squad, all-rounder George Linde feels that with a bit of good fortune coming their way, the results are bound to change, as per a release from SA20.

2026-01-04T09:43:03.841265+00:00 IST

Usman Khawaja reflects on his parents’ sacrifices

Khawaja, 39, announced his Test retirement on Friday, with the ongoing Sydney Ashes Test being his last match. Khawaja has played 88 Tests (Sydney Test included) and has scored 6206 runs, with most of those runs coming from the top of the order.

2026-01-04T09:41:42.367968+00:00 IST

Australian Test legend Damien Martyn wakes up from induced coma

Martyn, 54, was admitted to Gold Coast University Hospital on December 27 after falling seriously ill and was placed in an induced coma. The development was confirmed by former Australian cricketer Adam Gilchrist, who stated that the 54-year-old is now "able to talk and respond to the treatment".

2026-01-04T09:03:51.130348+00:00 IST

Ferguson doubtful for T20 World Cup 2026 after sustaining injury

Veteran New Zealand speedster Lockie Ferguson's participation in the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka is doubtful after he sustained a calf injury, according to the ICC.

2026-01-04T07:45:05.642005+00:00 IST

Bangladesh announce 15-member squad for T20 World Cup 2026

Bangladesh have announced their 15-member squad for the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Litton Das will lead Bangladesh at the marquee T20 event, set to be held in India and Sri Lanka in February-March, as per ICC's website.

2026-01-04T07:29:11.592215+00:00 IST

5th Test: Bad light, rain interruption halt ENG's score at 211

Just 45 overs were bowled on Day 1 of the ongoing fifth and final Ashes Test between England and Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground after the third session of the day allowed no play due to rain and bad light.

2026-01-04T06:36:11.644740+00:00 IST

Saina support's BCCI decision on asking KKR to release Rahman

Olympic medallist and Indian badminton legend Saina Nehwal has expressed support for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) decision to ask three-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

2026-01-04T06:22:03.748049+00:00 IST

Ashes 5th Test: Root and Brook's fifties put England on top

Another commanding session for England as they crossed the 200-run mark in their first innings after the conclusion of the second session of the ongoing fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) in Sydney on Sunday.

2026-01-04T04:18:21.968998+00:00 IST

Martyn's partner shares health update of former Australian player

Former cricketer Damien Martyn's partner, Amanda, provided a health update, saying that the Australian legend is progressing well amid an ongoing battle with meningitis.

2026-01-04T03:50:35.314842+00:00 IST

ENG and AUS players form guard of honour for Bondi attack heroes

Australia and England players paid tribute to the heroes and first responders of the Bondi terrorist attack ahead of the fifth and final Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Sunday.

2026-01-04T03:06:37.479676+00:00 IST

Albanese congratulates Khawaja after veteran announces retirement

The 39-year-old left-handed batter confirmed that the Sydney Test will be his final appearance for Australia at the international level. Khawaja announced his decision while addressing the media at the Sydney Cricket Ground ahead of the fifth Ashes Test, bringing an end to a long and distinguished international career.

2026-01-04T03:03:46.387224+00:00 IST

5th Test: Root and Brook's unbeaten 57-run stand takes ENG to 114

At lunch on Day 1, England were placed at 114/3 after 24 overs, with Joe Root and Harry Brook unbeaten at the crease. Brook was batting on 23 not out off 31 deliveries, laced with two boundaries, while Root was steady on 31 not out from 37 balls, including four fours.

2026-01-04T02:49:11.114558+00:00 IST

BCB looking to approach ICC for shifting T20 WC matches to Sri Lanka in aftermath of Mustafizur's KKR release

Mustafizur was picked by three time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for Rs 9.20 crores for season 2026 and his inclusion in the Shah Rukh Khan-owned side met with immense backlash in light of atrocities against religious minorities in Bangladesh.

2026-01-04T01:30:45.320757+00:00 IST

"Huge game, we're walking out there playing for England" : Stokes ahead of Sydney Test

England captain Ben Stokes has urged his team to give it their all in the final Ashes Test in Sydney.

2026-01-03T18:00:19.099944+00:00 IST

SA20: Joburg Super Kings-Sunrisers Eastern Cape abandoned

The much-anticipated top-of-the-table SA20 clash between Joburg Super Kings and Sunrisers Eastern Cape was abandoned at Wanderers on Saturday

2026-01-03T17:47:11.109428+00:00 IST