Cricket

Smith overtakes Tendulkar's record in ICC knockout matches

Smith continues solidifying his legacy as the ultimate clutch batter for Australia, with yet another half-century against the Proteas during the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's. Walking in with Australia at 16/2, Smith's fluency was on showcase as he scored 66 in 112 balls, with 10 fours. His runs came at a strike rate of 58.92.

2025-06-11T15:18:50.586499+00:00 IST

Siliguri Strikers ready for Bengal Pro T20 League season 2

Preparations for the Bengal Pro T20 League 2025 have reached their final stage, and the Servotech Siliguri Strikers are also all set for the tournament. The men's team of Servotech Siliguri Strikers will kick off their campaign on June 12, according to a release from Servotech Siliguri Strikers and Bengal Pro T20 League.

2025-06-11T15:17:25.482345+00:00 IST

Ian Bishop concerned over West Indies' performance in T20Is

Former West Indies pacer and commentator Ian Bishop has said that the team needs a reset ahead of next year's T20 World Cup co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

2025-06-11T14:50:17.052723+00:00 IST

Australia fights back after early collapse, reaches 190/5 at Tea

After a dominant opening session by South Africa, Australia mounted a strong comeback in the second session to take control of proceedings, reaching 190/5 at Tea on Day 1 of the World Test Championship (WTC) Final on Wednesday at Lord's.

2025-06-11T14:49:15.971227+00:00 IST

WI coach breaks silence on Pooran's international retirement

Pooran's decision comes days after he requested Cricket West Indies not to consider him for their ongoing white-ball tour of England. With over eight months left before the T20 World Cup 2026 kicks off in India and Sri Lanka, Pooran's decision serves as a massive setback for the 2016 winners. Since bursting onto the international scene in 2016, Pooran featured in 106 T20Is and 61 ODIs, garnering more than 4,258 runs across both formats. He mustered up 2,275 in the shortest format of cricket, averaging 26.14 at 136.39. While in the 50-over cricket, he tallied 1,983 runs at 39.66 while maintaining a strike rate of 99.15, laced with three centuries and 11 fifties.

2025-06-11T14:39:20.848433+00:00 IST

Mumbai Falcons face Maratha Royals in T20 Mumbai League final

After a week of intense competition, it all comes down to the final showdown in the third season of the T20 Mumbai League. On one side stand the high-flying SoBo Mumbai Falcons, led by India batter Shreyas Iyer, and on the other, the in-form Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals, captained by the ever-reliable Siddhesh Lad.

2025-06-11T14:30:39.394361+00:00 IST

MPL: Gwalior Cheetahs to face Chambal Ghariyals in opening match

The second season of the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) is set to begin with a blockbuster opening clash between Gwalior Cheetahs and debutants Chambal Ghariyals on June 12 at the Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Shankarpur, Gwalior.

2025-06-11T14:28:45.296785+00:00 IST

Struggles continue for Marnus Labuschagne

Australia's Marnus Labuschagne finds himself in a challenging phase of his international career, with persistent struggles against left-arm seamers once again highlighted in the World Test Championship (WTC) final. On Wednesday, at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground, South African pacer Marco Jansen dismissed Labuschagne for 17, reaffirming a trend that has troubled the Australian batter in recent years.

2025-06-11T14:03:28.617757+00:00 IST

Privilege to ring bell at historic Lord’s: ICC chairman Jay Shah

International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah expressed his feelings after ringing the bell at London's iconic Lord's stadium on Wednesday, where the World Test Championship (WTC) final is taking between South Africa and Australia.

2025-06-11T12:29:47.130430+00:00 IST

"Play is more than just having fun": Tendulkar

On the occasion of the International Day of Play, cricket legend and UNICEF Regional Goodwill Ambassador for South Asia, Sachin Tendulkar, made a heartfelt appeal to parents and caregivers, emphasizing the vital role of play in every child's life.

2025-06-11T12:20:16.281674+00:00 IST

SA's Rabada, Jansen put Australia on backfoot (Day 1, Lunch)

At the end of first session, Australia was 67/4, with Steve Smith (26*) unbeaten.

2025-06-11T11:44:11.720232+00:00 IST

Australia's Usman Khawaja joins unwanted list during 20-ball duck

Australia left-hand batter Usman Khawaja registered an unfortunate record, becoming the Aussie with joint-third longest duck during the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord's, in the World Test Championship final on Wednesday.

2025-06-11T11:16:45.363551+00:00 IST

MLC: Pooran, Maxwell to captain MI NY, WSF

Pooran surprised the world on Tuesday by announcing his retirement from international cricket at the age of 29. Since bursting onto the international scene in 2016, Pooran featured in 106 T20Is and 61 ODIs, garnering more than 4,258 runs across both formats. He mustered up 2,275 in the shortest format of cricket, averaging 26.14 at 136.39. While in the 50-over cricket, he tallied 1,983 runs at 39.66 while maintaining a strike rate of 99.15, laced with three centuries and 11 fifties.

2025-06-11T10:13:13.595074+00:00 IST

England's Rashid just one spot away from ICC Men's T20I rank peak

Rashid was consistent across England's 3-0 series victory over the West Indies, claiming 1/22 (4 overs) at Chester-le-Street, 1/59 (4 overs) in a high-scoring affair in Bristol, and 2/30 (4 overs) in Southampton, as per ICC.

2025-06-11T09:41:24.385915+00:00 IST

A look at records established during third ENG-WI T20I

During the third T20I, England raced to a massive 248/3 in their 20 overs, outdoing their previous record of 234/6, which they scored against South Africa back in 2022 at Bristol, as per Wisden.

2025-06-11T09:22:57.430388+00:00 IST

WTC Final: SA win toss, put defending champions Australia

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and opted to bowl against the defending champions Australia under the gloomy sky of London's iconic venue, Lord's, in the World Test Championship final on Wednesday.

2025-06-11T09:18:44.994681+00:00 IST

"Catching yaar": India players engage in intense fielding drills

Indian players engaged in intense fielding drills, which were topped up by a fun banter between the players as they continued to fortify their preparations for the upcoming Test series against England.

2025-06-11T08:59:14.806373+00:00 IST

WTC final: Starc, Rabada speak ahead of marquee title clash

Australia would be aiming to go back-to-back in defending the WTC mace and adding to their rich cricketing legacy, while Proteas will be aiming for their first-ever major title as they lock horns in the 'Ultimate Test' at Lord's from Wednesday onwards.

2025-06-11T07:50:08.563235+00:00 IST

Indian junior women’s hockey team beats Belgium 2-1

On Tuesday, India edged past the Belgian side with a tight scoreline of 2-1 at the Hockey Centre of Excellence, Wilrijkse Plein in Antwerp, Belgium. Lalthantluangi (35') and Geeta Yadav (50') scored goals for India, as per a press release from Hockey India.

2025-06-11T07:47:11.673008+00:00 IST

WTC final: Will Markram, Rabada continue their hot steak vs Aus

Australia will have a chance to successfully defend the WTC mace in a historic first to keep the Pat Cummins' empire going, while skipper Temba Bavuma will be aiming to add a bright hue of gold besides his nation's rainbow-coloured flag after securing his country a historic world championship in the purest format of the sport.

2025-06-11T07:39:00.469475+00:00 IST

Nitish or Shardul? Who will make the cut for India in England

India is facing a severe challenge while trying to figure out its playing combination for the upcoming high-stakes Tests in England. One of them will be identifying the best fit in the final XI before the series kicks off in Headingley on June 20.

2025-06-11T07:27:33.301950+00:00 IST