Cricket

Brook helps England maintain balance as India strike twice

At the end of first session, England was 327/5, with Brook (57*) and Smith (29*) unbeaten. They trail by 144 runs.

2025-06-22T12:17:17.424109+00:00 IST

Former England cricketer David Lawrence dies at 61

A statement from the club said, "Gloucestershire Cricket is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our Club President, David 'Syd' Lawrence MBE, at the age of 61. In his final year, Syd faced Motor Neurone Disease with the same courage and determination that defined his cricketing life. The cricket world rallied behind him, with fundraising efforts led by the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA), a charity endorsed by both Syd and his family, and supported by the wider cricketing community."

2025-06-22T12:14:17.360988+00:00 IST

Pant has been consistent since moving to no 5 slot: Shastri

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri heaped praise on the team's wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant following his exceptional batting performance on the second day of the Leeds Test against England at Headingley on Saturday.

2025-06-22T11:18:57.132093+00:00 IST

“A master of his trade”: Manjrekar hails Bumrah’s brilliance

"We've seen four hundreds in the match so far -- three from India and one from England -- but which bowler has been truly special? For me, it's just Bumrah," said Manjrekar on 'Match Centre Live' after the conclusion of Day 2.

2025-06-22T08:41:08.811137+00:00 IST

BPTL: Siliguri Strikers register second consecutive win

Siliguri Strikers on Saturday delivered a stellar performance by defeating Harbour Diamonds by 5 wickets in the ongoing BPTL here in Kolkata. The match, held at Eden Gardens, saw Siliguri Strikers' disciplined bowling restrict Harbour Diamonds to 142 runs before chasing down the target in just 17.5 overs

2025-06-22T08:03:11.984190+00:00 IST

Canada seal qualification for 2026 T20 World Cup

Canada have officially secured their spot in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, set to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, according to the official website of the International Cricket Council (ICC).

2025-06-22T06:22:53.784830+00:00 IST

Excitement builds for 8th Awards, 50th anniversary of WI's WC win

Cricket fans across the Caribbean and beyond are gearing up for a spectacular celebration as CWI and WIPA prepare to host the 8th CWI/WIPA Awards--a dazzling gala that will not only honour today's standout players but also pay a stirring tribute to one of the greatest triumphs in cricket history: the 50th Anniversary of the West Indies' legendary victory at the inaugural ICC Cricket World Cup in 1975

2025-06-22T06:15:17.068581+00:00 IST

Owen’s powerplay blitz help Washington Freedom edge past MINY

Washington Freedom survived a dramatic collapse to clinch a hard-fought win over MI New York (MINY) in their Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 clash in Dallas on Saturday. Despite a middle-overs stutter, a blazing start by Mitchell Owen proved just enough to carry Freedom over the line in a tense chase of 189, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-06-22T05:45:32.330735+00:00 IST

"It was goosebumps when he got to 100....": Duckett hails Pope's ton against India in 1st Test

Pant's century, India's batting collapse, and England's brilliant batting performance made for a very enjoyable day of Test match cricket at Leeds. The hosts dominated the majority of the day. Pope continued his fine run at number three, scoring his ninth Test ton and second against India.

2025-06-21T20:23:06.815827+00:00 IST

Indian batting coach Sitanshu Kotak hails Shubman Gill

Indian batting coach Sitanshu Kotak praised India test skipper Shubman Gill after his majestic hundred on captaincy debut against England on Saturday, in the first of five test match series at Headingley, Leeds.

2025-06-21T20:22:22.831074+00:00 IST

Root overtakes Jayasuriya, is 9th highest all-format run-getter

Root achieved this upward movement in the charts during his side's first Test match against India at Leeds.

2025-06-21T19:26:35.049344+00:00 IST

England put up strong reply to India's 471, Ollie scores century

A century by Ollie Pope and his partnership with Ben Duckett helped England put up a strong reply against India in their first innings, ending the final session of day two of the first Test on a high.

2025-06-21T18:37:04.474412+00:00 IST

Shah congratulates Mathews as he officially ends his test career

Mathews, on May 23, announced that the first test match against Bangladesh will be his last red-ball appearance for his country.

2025-06-21T17:39:10.152259+00:00 IST

RCB coach Andy Flower meets Swami Chidanand Saraswati

Flower, on the occasion of International Yoga Day, met Swami at Rishikesh, days after winning RCB their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title as a coach.

2025-06-21T17:35:40.341468+00:00 IST

Bumrah becomes Asia's most succesful bowler in SENA

Bumrah achieved this accomplishment during his side's first Test against England at Headingley, Leeds.

2025-06-21T17:28:22.482044+00:00 IST

Abhishek Pathak smashes 33-ball ton in Madhya Pradesh League 2025

The right-hander's stunning 33-ball century was the second-fastest in MPL history, and came with an onslaught of 15 sixes and 7 fours, scored at a jaw-dropping strike rate of 277.1.

2025-06-21T16:22:37.983668+00:00 IST

England 107/1 against India at Tea

After a bowling comeback, England started their first innings on a strong note on Saturday with Ollie Pope and Ben Duckett taking their team to 107/1 at Tea on the second day of first cricket Test match against India.

2025-06-21T16:21:51.481868+00:00 IST

Pujara, Yuvraj celebrate International Yoga Day

Pujara shared a picture on X, doing yoga in front of a beaming sun and captioned the post, "Take a moment to honour the journey within! #internationalyogaday."

2025-06-21T15:19:04.616928+00:00 IST

471 versus England lowest Test score for innings with 3 centuries

India could not properly capitalise on the three centuries by its batters in the first innings of first Test against England and folded up for 471 on the second day. They now have an unflattering record of lowest total in an innings when three batters scored tons.

2025-06-21T15:17:34.442148+00:00 IST

Pant overtakes Rohit to become India's top six-hitter in WTC

Pant accomplished this feat during his side's first Test against England at Leeds on Friday. During his knock of 134 in 178 balls, Pant smashed 12 fours and six sixes, scoring at a run-rate of above 75.

2025-06-21T15:11:31.491399+00:00 IST