Cricket

Former New Zealand star Ross Taylor to represent Samoa

Former New Zealand run machine Ross Taylor is set to represent Samoa at the upcoming Asia-East Asia-Pacific T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier in Oman to push their cause of scripting a maiden appearance for them in next year's global event.

2025-09-05T03:30:30.318014+00:00 IST

South Africa's Dewald Brevis embraces 'Baby AB' legacy

South African batting sensation Dewald Brevis, fondly nicknamed 'Baby AB', says being compared to AB de Villiers has always been a privilege rather than a burden.

2025-09-04T20:18:24.170123+00:00 IST

Sachin, Gambhir pay tribute as Mishra retires from cricket

Amit Mishra, one of India's most consistent movers with the ball, said that the decision was largely based on repeated injuries and the belief that the younger generations need to be allowed to shine on the big stage.

2025-09-04T19:35:06.545378+00:00 IST

Chinnaswammy to host first tournament after June stampede

The stadium is one of the designated venues for the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) organised K Thimmappiah Memorial Trophy, a red-ball pre-season tournament featuring 16 teams.

2025-09-04T19:22:15.299644+00:00 IST

1xBet betting case: Shikhar Dhawan leaves ED office

Dhawan, the opener with 10,867 runs and 24 centuries in 269 international matches for India, was summoned by the ED today at 11 am in a money laundering case connected to the illegal 1xBet betting platform.

2025-09-04T19:01:49.567450+00:00 IST

Chetry replaces Bhatia in India's squad for Women's World Cup

The Women's Selection Committee named Uma Chetry as a replacement for Yastika Bhatia in India's squad for the three-match ODI series against Australia and the upcoming ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025.

2025-09-04T17:10:33.674360+00:00 IST

England's Jofra Archer completes 150 international wickets

Archer achieved this milestone during his side's second ODI match against South Africa at Lord's on Thursday. Archer bowled a lethal 10-over spell, taking four wickets for 62 runs. His wickets included that of Ryan Rickelton, a red-hot Matthew Breetzke, Senuran Muthusamy and Keshav Maharaj.

2025-09-04T16:44:56.206934+00:00 IST

South Africa's Breetzke continues record-breaking run in ODIs

Breetzke accomplished this feat during his side's second ODI against England at Lord's on Thursday. In the match, Breetzke went on to score 85 in 77 balls, with seven fours and three sixes at a strike rate of over 110. However, an absolute peach of a delivery from pacer Jofra Archer meant he missed out on his second ODI ton.

2025-09-04T16:28:18.683138+00:00 IST

ICC Women's CWC tickets go live with record low pricing

Tickets to all group stage fixtures in India and Sri Lanka became available for access with an exclusive four-day pre-sale window that is open from 7 pm IST on Thursday with Google Pay via Tickets.cricketworldcup.com.

2025-09-04T15:52:34.354430+00:00 IST

Shreya to perform at Women’s Cricket World Cup's opening ceremony

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday announced that renowned Indian singer Shreya Ghoshal will perform at the Grand Opening Ceremony in Guwahati, ahead of the Women's World Cup opener between India and Sri Lanka. Ghoshal, who has also recorded the tournament's official anthem, "Bring it Home," will deliver a live performance that celebrates the energy, spirit, and unity of women's cricket on the global stage.

2025-09-04T15:18:03.952703+00:00 IST

Brevis speaks on spending time with Dhoni during CSK stint

Brevis spoke to South African batting legend AB de Villiers on his YouTube channel. In the most recent IPL season this year, he was among the very few positives from CSK's dismal bottom-finish season, scoring 225 runs in six matches and innings at an average of 37.50, with a strike rate of 180.00 and two half-centuries. He came in as a replacement for the injured bowler Gurjanpreet Singh.

2025-09-04T15:00:42.138078+00:00 IST

Morris names players which could fetch big in SA20 auctions

The auction date for the fourth season of SA20 is September 9 this year. The SA20 has grown rapidly since its launch, and last year's auction saw almost 600 players register from across the globe. This year's list of retained and pre-signed stars already boasts big names such as Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, and England's Jos Buttler and Jonny Bairstow.

2025-09-04T13:48:27.599572+00:00 IST

Duleep Trophy: Gaikwad scores explosive ton, Iyer, Jaiswal flop

At the end of the day one of the match, West Zone was at 363/6, with Tanush Kotian (65) and skipper Shardul Thakur (24*) unbeaten.

2025-09-04T12:38:09.667019+00:00 IST

Tax rates on IPL tickets increase up to 40%

The final ticket prize for an IPL match, which has a base prize of Rs 1,000, will now be upto Rs 1,280-1,400, as per ESPNCricinfo. This raise puts the IPL in India's highest GST bracket, alongside casinos, race clubs, or any place featuring casinos or race clubs.

2025-09-04T12:02:55.208426+00:00 IST

Dinesh Karthik's appeal for stampede victims

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) mentor and batting coach Dinesh Karthik on Thursday expressed his condolences and support for the victims who tragically lost their lives in the stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium during the team's victory celebrations on June 4.

2025-09-04T09:12:36.865496+00:00 IST

"IPL provided platform for comeback": Amit Mishra

Mishra also said that former Indian opener Virender Sehwag called him and wanted the wrist spinner in his team.

2025-09-04T08:54:40.911769+00:00 IST

UAE announces 17-member squad for Asia Cup 2025

Opening batter Muhammad Waseem is set to lead the 17-member UAE squad in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, which begins in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, 9 September.

2025-09-04T08:50:46.395959+00:00 IST

Dream League of India announces first-ever player trials

Dream League of India (DLI), India's biggest Tennis Cricket Ball League, has announced its first-ever player trials, which will be held in Gurugram on October 1 and October 2.

2025-09-04T08:48:38.516363+00:00 IST

Amit Mishra weighs in on India's much-debated Asia Cup clash

Veteran leg-spinner Amit Mishra gave his take on the highly debated clash between India and Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup, which is scheduled to be held on September 14. He feels just like the India Champions withdrew from the game against their arch-rival, the same scenario should unfold in the Asia Cup as well.

2025-09-04T08:27:55.899595+00:00 IST

I was depressed: Amit Mishra opens up about five-year hiatus

Seasoned leg-spinner Amit Mishra, who bid adieu to a 25-year odyssey in professional cricket on Thursday, revealed that he struggled with depression after being sidelined for five years following his debut and wished he had made his comeback earlier.

2025-09-04T07:14:17.379143+00:00 IST

ED begins questioning cricketer Shikhar Dhawan 

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday morning began questioning Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan in its ongoing money laundering probe linked to the illegal 1xBet betting platform.

2025-09-04T06:46:18.297112+00:00 IST