Cricket

Namibia to face against South Africa for first time at new Windho

Namibia will host South Africa for the first time in the T20I format, marking the official opening of the FNB Namibia Cricket Ground (FNB NCG), the brand-new home of cricket in the nation.

2025-05-27T12:09:33.551584+00:00 IST

Priyansh Arya has temperament for big games: Uthappa

Arya's solid run with the bat continued as his half-century and partnership with Josh Inglis sealed the top spot and Qualifier one match for PBKS

2025-05-27T11:30:35.468036+00:00 IST

SCA unveils schedule, venue for Saurashtra Pro T20 League

The Saurashtra Cricket Association (SCA) announced the venue and schedule of the Saurashtra Pro T20 League (SPTL), a franchise-based league that will showcase the region's finest cricketing talent in a thrilling, high-energy format.

2025-05-27T10:50:40.426060+00:00 IST

Sadia dethrones Ecclestone to become world no. 1 T20I bowler

Sophie Ecclestone's reign as the top-ranked T20I bowler has come to an end, with Pakistan's Sadia Iqbal rising to the summit of the ICC Women's T20I Bowler Rankings. In a moment of pride for Pakistan cricket, the talented left-arm spinner reclaimed her spot at the top on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in her career, as per the official website of ICC.

2025-05-27T09:37:57.664458+00:00 IST

'Good initiative': Saha endorses Tennis Cricket Ball WC, Asia Cup

Earlier this month, Saha was appointed as the mentor of the Siliguri Strikers ahead of season 2 of the Bengal Pro T20 League and Servotech Sports. Servotech Sports in May 2025 launched the Dream League of India, a one of its kind Tennis Cricket Ball League

2025-05-27T09:37:27.414775+00:00 IST

Pooran-Marsh challenge awaits RCB during LSG clash in IPL 2025 final league match

Marsh, Markram and Pooran have 16 fifty-plus scores between them, with Marsh having a century and five fifties, Markram having made five fifties, and Pooran having made five half-centuries.

2025-05-27T09:04:49.090308+00:00 IST

"Shreyas has always been an exceptional captain”: Uthappa

Punjab Kings (PBKS) might just be on the brink of history. With a team that has often flattered to deceive in past editions, the 2025 season has witnessed a turnaround under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer. As of now, PBKS sit comfortably at the top of the Indian Premier League (IPL) points table with 19 points, having won nine matches, lost four, and shared points in one due to a no-result. Their latest statement win, a seven-wicket triumph over Mumbai Indians (MI), have booked them a place in Qualifier 1. Much of the credit for Punjab's consistency this season goes to Iyer, who has not just brought stability to the middle order but has also instilled a sense of direction within the camp. Former India international and JioStar expert Robin Uthappa, speaking on JioHotstar, lauded Iyer's journey and leadership style.

2025-05-27T09:03:56.633035+00:00 IST

CWI, WIPA announce awards for 50th anniversary of 1975 ICC WC win

The event, which will be televised across the region, will celebrate the greatest achievements of West Indies players and honor the 50th anniversary of the West Indies' iconic 1975 ICC Men's World Cup victory

2025-05-27T08:51:57.887209+00:00 IST

All three Indian Armed Forces chiefs invited for IPL final: BCCI

The title clash of the IPL will be held on June 3 at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium. The ongoing edition of the tournament was temporarily suspended on May 9 due to cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan, which also involved the Indian Armed Forces carrying out the Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. The move by the BCCI is aimed at celebrating the success of the operation.

2025-05-27T08:08:57.649908+00:00 IST

Injury-hit Bangladesh look to young pacers against Pakistan

With senior seamers Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed sidelined due to injuries, Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons is banking on the rest of the pace attack to step up for the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan, starting Wednesday in Lahore, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-05-27T07:08:02.306912+00:00 IST

Green's return sparks top-order shake-up ahead of WTC final

Cameron Green's stellar run in county cricket has put him in strong contention for Australia's playing XI in the World Test Championship (WTC) final, despite being unavailable to bowl. According to head coach Andrew McDonald, the final composition of the side particularly whether a specialist allrounder is required against South Africa at Lord's will determine where Green bats, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-05-27T06:45:51.953090+00:00 IST

Laura Wolvaardt commits to Adelaide Strikers with two-year deal

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt will continue her journey with the Adelaide Strikers in the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL), having been signed as their pre-draft pick on a new two-year contract, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-05-27T06:05:31.469688+00:00 IST

"They outplayed us… so it was a bit of a wake-up call”: Rickelton

Despite a disappointing seven-wicket loss to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Jaipur, Mumbai Indians (MI) wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton remained confident about his side's chances heading into the Indian Premier League (IPL) Eliminator. The defeat meant Mumbai had no chance to finish in the top two and will now face either Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) or Gujarat Titans (GT) in the knockout clash. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Rickelton admitted that PBKS were the better side on the day and acknowledged the need for improvement ahead of the high-stakes Eliminator.

2025-05-27T04:02:43.155150+00:00 IST

Shashank Singh praises Shreyas Iyer’s leadership

Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Shashank Singh heaped praise on team captain Shreyas Iyer following their emphatic seven-wicket win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in Jaipur, a result that secured them a top-two finish in the points table and a place in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Speaking at the post-match press conference, Shashank highlighted the significant impact Iyer has had on the team culture and environment since taking over the reigns.

2025-05-27T03:39:42.391948+00:00 IST

Dominant series sweep sets tone for England's World Cup charge

England have kicked off a promising new chapter under the leadership of Charlotte Edwards and Nat Sciver-Brunt, delivering an emphatic series sweep as they gear up for this year's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.

2025-05-27T02:32:19.966133+00:00 IST

Ponting hails "quality" PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer

After finishing at the top in the group standings for the first time in 11 years, Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting lavished praise on "quality" franchise skipper Shreyas Iyer and how hard it will be to fill Marco Jansen's absence in the IPL 2025 playoffs.

2025-05-26T21:13:02.932913+00:00 IST

Bumrah "scares" me most: Australia's High Commissioner to India

Australia's High Commissioner to India, Philip Green, singled out "best bowler in the world" Jasprit Bumrah as the player who scares him the most while weighing in on how the "cricketing relationship and rivalry" between Australia and India has "blossomed".

2025-05-26T21:01:58.357795+00:00 IST

Inglis jokes about taking PBKS captain Shreyas batting spot

Punjab Kings' Josh Inglis opened up about his batting position change while bringing his trademark wit and humour when asked about filling captain Shreyas Iyer's shoes at No. 3 after PBKS downed MI by 7 wickets on Monday to seal a spot in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.

2025-05-26T20:47:15.833714+00:00 IST

Shreyas Iyer reflects on PBKS's win against MI

Majestic fifties from Priyansh Arya and Josh Inglis powered Punjab Kings (PBKS), to a commanding victory of seven wickets over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), on Monday, at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.

2025-05-26T19:17:21.782647+00:00 IST

Waugh believes Gill needs "time to grow" into captaincy role

Former Australian cricketer Steve Waugh believes that despite Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's sudden Test retirements, India is in "good hands" with the five high-stakes Tests on the horizon.

2025-05-26T18:27:48.967214+00:00 IST