Cricket

Zaheer Khan parts ways with LSG ahead of IPL 2026

Zaheer Khan has parted ways with the Lucknow Super Giants. He informed the franchise of his decision on Thursday. This move comes ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026, with LSG likely to appoint a new mentor.

2025-09-18T16:35:23.209736+00:00 IST

Tickets live with launch of Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 film

The 10th edition of the Women's T20 World Cup will be held in England and Wales from 12 June - 5 July in 2026 and the new marketing campaign has been released to coincide with tickets going on general sale for the 12-team tournament.

2025-09-18T16:17:59.474109+00:00 IST

Asia Cup: Afghanistan wins toss, opts to bat against Sri Lanka

Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan won the toss and has opted to bat against Sri Lanka in their final group stage clash in the ongoing T20 Asia Cup, in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.

2025-09-18T14:13:46.233550+00:00 IST

Jurel's brisk ton, Padikkal's steady knocks propel India A 

Dhruv Jurel struck his second first-class century as India A batters flourished, except captain Shreyas Iyer, with the hosts ending day three at 403/4, trailing by 129 runs against Australia A after their 532 in the first innings.

2025-09-18T13:49:00.623800+00:00 IST

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami close to multi-year contract extension

Both Messi and Inter Miami are in final stage of the negotiation proccess and a deal could be done really soon. Once agreed upon, the deal will be sent to Major League Soccer for a final approval.

2025-09-18T13:34:32.139268+00:00 IST

Ashwin to be part of Team India for the Hong Kong Sixes 

Cricket Hong Kong, China, on Thursday announced that legendary Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin will be a key member of Team India for the upcoming Hong Kong Sixes 2025, scheduled to take place from November 7 to November 9 this year.

2025-09-18T13:28:36.938477+00:00 IST

Mushfiqur Rahim to play historic 100th Test against Ireland

As per ESPNCricinfo, Cricket Ireland has agreed to play both Test matches, having initially wanted an ODI series, reportedly in place of a second Test. Sylhet will host the first Test from November 11 onwards.

2025-09-18T13:24:58.731824+00:00 IST

Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott backs India

Afghanistan men's cricket team Head Coach Jonathan Trott praised the Indian team, stating they are one of the favourites in the ongoing T20 Asia Cup.

2025-09-18T12:34:56.498432+00:00 IST

Top-ranked players from each team ahead of Women's World Cup

With the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 just around the corner, starting in less than two weeks, let's take a look at the top-ranked players from each nation in the ICC Women's Rankings, as the stage is set for thrilling action in India and Sri Lanka.

2025-09-18T11:32:20.296832+00:00 IST

50 Days to go for centenary: Hockey India prepares celebrations

While the actual details of the celebrations will be revealed in due course, Hockey India delved into the sport's incredible history underlined by the eight Olympic Gold medals - maximum won by any country in the sport till date and also the maximum number of medals in any discipline won by India at the Olympics, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-09-18T10:29:16.106968+00:00 IST

Sri Lanka captain aiming high with her team at Women's WC

Sri Lanka skipper Chamari Athapaththu believes the fact that the upcoming ICC Women's Cricket World Cup will be played on the sub-continent will prove advantageous for her side, as per the official website of ICC.

2025-09-18T09:54:19.162215+00:00 IST

"India is the best team in Asia and in the world”: Gulbadin Naib

Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib heaped praise on Team India, calling them the best side in Asia as well as the world. Having shared the dressing room with Indian players in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Naib said he has always enjoyed learning from them.

2025-09-18T09:38:07.196653+00:00 IST

Saint Lucia Kings fall to Guyana Amazon Warriors in Qualifier 1

In a hard-fought Qualifier 1 clash of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025, the Saint Lucia Kings' campaign took a hit as they were defeated by the Guyana Amazon Warriors by 14 runs at the Providence Stadium. Despite a spirited bowling effort, the Kings' batting lineup faltered under pressure, costing them a direct ticket to the final, as per a release from Saint Lucia Kings.

2025-09-18T08:28:00.785667+00:00 IST

Big Cricket League Season 2 to kick off on January 16

The Big Cricket League (BCL), World's First Pro-Am Cricket League, has officially announced that Season 2 will kick off on January 16, promising an even bigger and more electrifying experience for cricket fans across the country, as per a release from BCL.

2025-09-18T07:58:11.485598+00:00 IST

"There is a tendency to lose sight of the ball": T Dilip

India's fielding has stood out in the ongoing Asia Cup, with players pulling off some breathtaking efforts against Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Despite the difficult conditions under lights, India not only held on to tough chances but also made them look easy.

2025-09-18T05:49:24.982300+00:00 IST

Odisha Pro T20 league "aims to nurture new talent”: CM Majhi

"The league aims to nurture and bring forth new talent from Odisha, reinforcing the government's commitment to developing sports infrastructure and opportunities," Majhi said.

2025-09-18T03:43:09.416342+00:00 IST

New Zealand using camp in Dubai to prepare for World Cup

New Zealand veteran Suzie Bates is hoping a pre-tournament camp in Dubai will allow her side to adapt quickly to the difficult conditions expected at the upcoming ICC Women's Cricket World Cup, as per the official website of ICC.

2025-09-18T02:57:55.814291+00:00 IST

Akeal Hosein to lead, West Indies announce squad for Nepal

The West Indies have named a 15-player squad for a three-match T20I series against Nepal in Sharjah. Bowling all-rounder Akeal Hosein has been named as the captain of the side, as per the official website of the ICC.

2025-09-18T02:36:26.088831+00:00 IST

We are ready: Pakistan skipper Agha's message for India clash

After the handshake row and the recently resolved dispute with match referee Andy Pycroft, captain Salman Ali Agha has declared that Pakistan is "ready" for any "challenge" that awaits them against arch-rival India in the Super Four fixture at the ongoing Asia Cup on Sunday.

2025-09-17T21:33:12.827561+00:00 IST

Haris Rauf on Pakistan's Asia Cup saga

After PCB's Asia Cup boycott threat, issues with ICC match referee Andy Pycroft, a one-hour delayed start to the must-win fixture against the UAE, and a handshake row with team India, tearaway Haris Rauf feels the Pakistan board has handled the situation well.

2025-09-17T21:02:51.956163+00:00 IST

Pakistan clinches spot in T20 Asia Cup Super 4s

An all-round bowling dominance by Pakistan seals their spot in the ongoing T20 Asia Cup Super 4s after they posted a commanding win by 41 runs, beating UAE by runs in Dubai on Wednesday.

2025-09-17T19:43:56.482318+00:00 IST