Cricket

“Just enjoying my career”: Jacob Duffy

Jacob Duffy claimed nine wickets in the third New Zealand vs West Indies Test of the three-match series and helped the Blackcaps clinch a massive 323-run win over the tourists

2025-12-22T18:03:55.809590+00:00 IST

ICC commits comprehensive support to USA National team cricketers

The International Cricket Council (ICC) today reiterated its strong commitment to safeguarding the interests of USA's National team players and ensuring uninterrupted preparation for the ICC Men's Under 19 World Cup 2026, ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 and the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, despite the ongoing governance and financial crisis within USA Cricket

2025-12-22T16:35:37.442968+00:00 IST

Decisions about my future are not up to me: Brendon McCullum

England head coach Brendon McCullum maintains that he is still the right person to guide England forward despite the team's poor performance in the ongoing Ashes series, but admits he is unsure if he will remain Test head coach next summer, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-12-22T14:42:52.690760+00:00 IST

Former India all-rounder Krishnappa Gowtham announces retirement

Former Karnataka all-rounder Krishnappa Gowtham has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, bringing the curtains down on a professional career that spanned nearly 14 years. The 37-year-old made the announcement on Monday at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium during a press conference organised by the newly elected Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) administration, headed by former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad

2025-12-22T14:10:59.318145+00:00 IST

Modern School Barakhamba Road, St Thomas School storm into final

As the DC School Cup nears its grand finale, Modern School Barakhamba Road crushed Laxman Public School by 101 runs while St Thomas School demolished St Mark's by 7 wickets to set up a blockbuster final on December 24th at Delhi's iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium

2025-12-22T12:05:25.835968+00:00 IST

Ishan Kishan named captain of Jharkhand for VHT 2025/26

Star wicketkeeper batter Ishan Kishan has been named as the captain of Jharkhand for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite (VHT) 2025/26 season, as announced by the Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) in a post on Instagram.

2025-12-22T10:38:44.672888+00:00 IST

Thailand's Nattaya and Kanoh announce their retirement

Thailand's women's cricket team veteran players Nattaya Boochatham and Rosenan Kanoh have announced their retirements from international cricket, as confirmed by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

2025-12-22T09:11:50.036424+00:00 IST

Shakib’s all-round performance capped an impressive win for MI

MI Emirates registered a composed four-wicket victory over the table toppers Desert Vipers to seal their third straight win in the ILT20 Season 4 at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.

2025-12-22T09:09:10.082057+00:00 IST

"It's very different to Australia": PBKS' new buy Cooper Connolly

The 22-year-old Cooper Connolly will play for the Punjab Kings (PBKS) after being acquired for Rs 3 crore at the Indian Premier League 2026 auction.

2025-12-22T08:28:07.782980+00:00 IST

Gill, Abhishek, Arshdeep to feature in Vijay Hazare Trophy

Punjab announces 18-man squad for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy, featuring big guns Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, and Arshdeep Singh, gearing up for their season opener against Maharashtra on December 24.

2025-12-22T08:08:26.679677+00:00 IST

Mitchell Starc speaks on Nathan Lyon

Australia's speedster Mitchell Starc backed Nathan Lyon to go through another rehab and be able to resume his Test career after suffering a hamstring injury in the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide.

2025-12-22T07:43:46.600973+00:00 IST

Ashes: Richardson eye return to AUS' squad for Boxing Day Test

Right-arm speedster Jhye Richardson is eyeing a comeback in Australia's squad for the upcoming Boxing Day Test in Melbourne against England following a successful recovery from shoulder surgery, according to ESPNcricinfo.

2025-12-22T07:33:05.661225+00:00 IST

Duffy smashes 40-year Hadlee's record to scalp most wickets

Duffy shattered Hadlee's 40-year record, grabbing his 81st scalp of the year. Duffy has taken 81 wickets in 36 matches at an incredible average of 17.11 this year, while Hadlee took 80 wickets in just 23 games.

2025-12-22T06:22:40.639055+00:00 IST

WTC standings: New Zealand climbs to second place

New Zealand have jumped to the second place on the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings 2025-27 with an emphatic 323-run win against the West Indies in the final Test of the three-match series at Bay Oval.

2025-12-22T06:15:10.302355+00:00 IST

"Why doesn't the ICC pay for it?" Starc on DRS controversy

Australian left-arm speedster Mitchell Starc has questioned why the International Cricket Council (ICC) doesn't pay for the DRS technology in international cricket.

2025-12-22T06:05:39.053341+00:00 IST

Duffy's 5-fer seals Kiwis' 323-run win over West Indies

New Zealand storms to a dominant 2-0 series win, thrashing the West Indies by a massive 323 runs in the third Test on Monday, showcasing their momentum and crushing dominance.

2025-12-22T04:59:39.899453+00:00 IST

Vaishnavi Sharma after her debut for India against Sri Lanka

Vaishnavi made her first international appearance against Sri Lanka in Vizag on Sunday, and the left-arm spinner made a strong impact as she bowled four economical overs in the side's clinical eight-wicket victory.

2025-12-22T03:33:37.219144+00:00 IST

Nepal name 24-player list for group camp ahead of T20 CWC

The side will use the camp to determine its final squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with selectors needing to reduce the group to 15 players before the next edition of the 20-over showcase, which commences in India and Sri Lanka on February 7.

2025-12-22T02:49:17.736399+00:00 IST

New Zealand batter Suzie Bates ruled out until March with injury

New Zealand opening batter Suzie Bates picked up an injury last month while fielding in a Hallyburton Johnstone Shield match. Scans later confirmed the extent of the tear, with medical advice indicating a rehabilitation period of around three months.

2025-12-22T02:20:56.337378+00:00 IST

She tells us to...:Vaishnavi Sharma on Harmanpreet Kaur’s message

"Whenever there is a huddle, she tells us to focus on one thing. She tells us to focus on what we can do well today," she said on the effective approach encouraged by the captain.

2025-12-22T01:19:25.570275+00:00 IST