Cricket

Will Bedingham give Tests a tangible symbol of love at Lord's

During the start of last year, when announced as a part of the squad featuring seven uncapped players on a flight to New Zealand for a two-match series, the 31-year-old had uttered, "I have always loved Test cricket.....My priority has always been Test cricket.". Ahead of the tour, the cricketing world heaped plenty of questions and criticism over South African mainstays who were a part of the country's newest cash-cow, the SA20 league.

2025-06-11T06:53:19.880761+00:00 IST

How Steve Smith towers above South Africa ahead of WTC final?

While Smith has been a treat to watch at his home grounds, he has been just as great in England. At the stadiums where his biggest rivals have grown up and shaped their destinies as players, he finds himself at home like very few. His acquaintance with English conditions is such that he could very well be mistaken for an English player without the Aussie badge on his shirt and his massive status in the game.

2025-06-11T06:43:21.962414+00:00 IST

Pant pens heartfelt note for Pooran on international retirement

India's Test vice-captain Rishabh Pant penned a heartfelt note for his Lucknow Super Giants teammate and friend Nicholas Pooran, who recently announced his retirement from international cricket.

2025-06-11T05:42:02.339214+00:00 IST

"Folks": India's Test captain Gill enchants in front of camera

India's newly crowned Test captain, Shubman Gill's photoshoot, took centre stage as the modern-day giants continue to bolster their preparations for the five high-stakes Tests in England, marking the commencement of a new dawn.

2025-06-11T04:55:54.076888+00:00 IST

Shreyas-led Sobo Mumbai Falcons storm into Mumbai League final

Shreyas Iyer's SOBO Mumbai Falcons secured a spot in the T20 Mumbai League 2025 final with a five-wicket victory over the Bandra Blasters, fueled by Akash Parkar's all-around play and Ishan Mulchandani's impressive half-century. They will face Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals on Thursday in the finals.

2025-06-11T04:23:33.680987+00:00 IST

"Clear blueprint": McCullum hails Brook's captaincy after sweeping West Indies

England head coach Brendon McCullum believes the outright domination against the West Indies proves that a "clear blueprint" is in place about the brand of cricket captain Harry Brook wants his side to play.

2025-06-11T04:21:39.755803+00:00 IST

West Indies announce 16-player squad for home Tests against AUS

West Indies unveiled its 16-player squad that will compete for the coveted Sir Frank Worrell Trophy in the upcoming three home Tests against Australia, which is scheduled to kick off on June 25th at Kensington Oval in Barbados.

2025-06-11T03:14:21.117175+00:00 IST

"One of the tougher decisions": Bavuma on choosing Ngidi

"It was probably one of the tougher decisions that have been made," South Africa captain Temba Bavuma said at his pre-match press conference, as quoted from ESPNcricinfo.

2025-06-10T23:14:44.051657+00:00 IST

Anderson shares some advice with seamers ahead of WTC final 

With South Africa's seam attack featuring Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, and Marco Jansen and Australia having Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and the ever-dependable Josh Hazlewood in their lineup, the battle between the two sides' fast bowlers is likely to be critical in determining the outcome of the World Test Championship final

2025-06-10T18:20:15.341615+00:00 IST

Aryan Meshram slams fifty as NECO Master Blaster register win

Aryan Meshram starred with the bat smashing 81 runs in 51 balls while R Sanjay slammed 58 runs in 31 balls as NECO Master Blaster defeated Orange Tigers by 6 wickets in the ongoing Vidarbha Pro T20 League on Tuesday

2025-06-10T18:15:13.704821+00:00 IST

JSCA chief lauds Dhoni on his induction in ICC Hall of Fame

Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) President Ajay Nath Shah Deo on Tuesday congratulated India's World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni for his induction into the ICC Hall of Fame.

2025-06-10T17:52:56.900100+00:00 IST

Australia aim to defend their crown as South Africa chase history

The stage is set at Lord's for what promises to be a gripping ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final as reigning champions Australia prepare to defend their title against a determined South African side eager to make history. This will be Australia's second consecutive appearance in a WTC final, having won the 2023 edition against India, while for South Africa, it marks their first-ever shot at Test cricket's ultimate prize.

2025-06-10T17:51:19.270047+00:00 IST

"He's just really unfortunate...": Pat Cummins as Scott Boland

Australia captain Pat Cummins spoke in depth of bowling surrounding the decision to leave Scott Boland out of the XI and opt for Josh Hazlewood.

2025-06-10T17:50:05.572293+00:00 IST

Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals enter T20 Mumbai League final

On a pitch that offered generous movement and bounce, Raje exploited the conditions brilliantly, returning figures of 5/40 -- the first five-wicket haul of the season and just the fourth in the tournament's history.

2025-06-10T17:42:05.265088+00:00 IST

Cummins on Cameron Green's additional in WTC final playing 11

Pat Cummins believed that Aussie batter Camron Green earned a spot in the batting lineup due to his recent good form, and the team thought batting at number three would suit him well.

2025-06-10T17:40:43.593232+00:00 IST

Temba Bavuma ahead of WTC final clash

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma believed that the swinging ball in England conditions offers an opportunity for his team, as it differs from both Australian and South African conditions.

2025-06-10T17:25:01.820234+00:00 IST

Indian Men's Mixed Disability Team prepares for England tour

On the sidelines of the training camp, DCCI secretary thanked Jay Shah and the BCCI for their continued support

2025-06-10T16:38:00.690263+00:00 IST

WTC final 2025: Aakash Chopra weighs in on Pat Cummins' impact

As the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final 2025 draws near, anticipation is building for the clash between reigning champions Australia and determined challengers South Africa. While speaking on JioHotstar and the Star Sports Network, JioStar cricket expert Aakash Chopra shared the pivotal role of Australia's skipper Pat Cummins, who has become synonymous with big-match performances and cool-headed leadership.

2025-06-10T15:27:39.890662+00:00 IST

Harbhajan Singh hails Australia captain Pat Cummins

Pat Cummins led Australia to their sixth ODI World Cup title after beating hosts India in the final of the 2023 World Cup in Ahmedabad and to their maiden WTC title in the same year. He is also leading Aussie to their second WTC Final scheduled on June 11 against South Africa.

2025-06-10T15:22:57.385548+00:00 IST

Rajeev Shukla lauds Dhoni’s induction in ICC Hall of Fame

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice president Rajeev Shukla has hailed former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's induction in the ICC Hall of Fame and said he is the "most deserving player".

2025-06-10T15:22:09.049639+00:00 IST

BBL 15 first overseas draft list announced

The draft will be held on June 19, with Brisbane Heat holding the No. 1 pick and having the first chance to pick a player. Sam Curran and Alex Hales from England, Lockie Ferguson and Tim Southee from New Zealand, Sri Lanka's Kusal Perera and West Indies' Shamar Joseph are the other six players in the first draft list of 10 players.

2025-06-10T14:05:08.327657+00:00 IST