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Ben Stokes backs Harry Brook as England's next Test captain
England Test captain Ben Stokes has thrown his weight behind Harry Brook, the team's vice-captain, as a potential successor.
Wimbledon 2026: Defending champion Jannik Sinner survives Kecmanovic scare
Top seed Jannik Sinner reached the 2026 Wimbledon second round after beating Sweden's Miomir Kecmanovic.
'I'm done': Ben Stokes ends speculation on retirement reversal
A day after his international retirement, England captain Ben Stokes has put an end to speculation about a possible comeback for next year's Ashes series.
New Zealand's historic Test series win in England: WTC standings
New Zealand pulled off an incredible series victory over England, winning the third Test by 160 runs.
Nottingham Test: Jamie Smith's half-century goes in vain for England
New Zealand claimed a 2-1 Test series win after beating hosts England in the decider.
Manchester City appoint Enzo Maresca as new manager: Details here
Manchester City have announced the appointment of Enzo Maresca as their new head coach.
WI meet Australia in WT20 World Cup semi-final: Preview
The first semi-final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 will see Australia Women take on West Indies Women at the Kennington Oval in London.
WT20 World Cup: Bowlers with most wickets in an edition
Team India has bowed out of the ongoing ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, having lost to Australia in their last group-stage match.
NZ win first Test series against England in five years
New Zealand claimed a 2-1 Test series win after beating hosts England in the decider.
Irish-born Gary Wilson becomes Ireland men's cricket team coach
Former Ireland captain Gary Wilson has been appointed as the new head coach of the national men's cricket team.
Batters with fastest half-centurues vs Australia in Women's T20Is
India's captain Harmanpreet Kaur played a stunning innings of 56 runs off just 26 balls in her team's final group stage match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup at Lord's Cricket Ground.
Cricket at LA28 Olympics: Here's how teams will qualify
Cricket will make its long-awaited return to the Olympic Games at LA28, thanks to a partnership between the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
Listing captains with most 50-plus scores in WT20 WC history
Albeit in a losing cause, Harmanpreet Kaur, the Indian captain, has broken her own record for the fastest half-century by an Indian batter in ICC Women's T20 World Cup history.
These West Indies pacers boast 300-plus Test wickets
Kemar Roach, the veteran West Indies fast bowler, has become the fifth player from his country to claim 300 Test wickets.
Listing Sri Lanka's lowest totals versus WI in Tests
West Indies defeated Sri Lanka by an innings and 217 runs in the first Test match of the two-match series.
FIFA World Cup: Cape Verde captain accused of sexual assault
Cape Verde's historic qualification for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 has been overshadowed by serious allegations against their captain, Ryan Mendes.
Ben Stokes has clocked these numbers in Test cricket
England's Test cricket captain Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket.
Here's how Ben Stokes performed in his final Test match
England's Test captain Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket.
Here's why Ben Stokes retired from international cricket: Details
England talisman Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from all international cricket.
Ireland outplayed India in T20I series: Shreyas Iyer
India's newly appointed T20I captain Shreyas Iyer has admitted that the team was outperformed by Ireland in the recently concluded two-match series.
'Biggest accomplishment': Ireland's Harry Tector on beating India in T20Is
Star Ireland batter Harry Tector said he was not sure he had been involved in a bigger accomplishment than his team's recent 2-0 T20I series victory over India.
Ryan ten Doeschate wants Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to wait for debut
Team India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has suggested that India's rising cricket star, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, should be patient and wait for his international debut.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Canada beat South Africa, reach R16
Canada secured their place in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a nail-biting 1-0 victory over South Africa.
Kemar Roach gets to 300 Test wickets: Decoding his stats
West Indies fast bowler Kemar Roach joined an elite club by becoming the fourth Windies pacer and 5th overall to breach the 300-wicket mark in Test cricket.
Jofra Archer claims his maiden four-wicket haul in Tests: Stats
Jofra Archer shone for England against New Zealand in the third Test at Trent Bridge.
ENG vs NZ: Stokes signs off as hosts make 103/4
On Day 4 of the third and final Test at Trent Bridge, Ben Stokes stole the show with his brilliant performance.
2nd T20I: Jai Moondra, Matthew Hollard claim three-fers versus India
Ireland's left-arm pacer Jai Moondra claimed 3/32 and was named Player of the Match and Player of the Series in his team's 2-0 series sweep over India.
T20 WC: Half-centurions Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner floor IND-W
India's journey in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 came to a heartbreaking end as Australia pulled off the highest successful run chase in tournament history.
Ireland seal historic T20I series win against Shreyas Iyer's India
Ireland overcame India by one run in the second T20I, winning their first-ever bilateral series against the Asian giants.
India ousted from Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Key stats
In a crucial ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 match, India failed to defend a challenging total of 170/4 against Australia at Lord's Cricket Ground on Sunday.
Daryl Mitchell slams his 4th Test hundred versus England: Stats
On the 4th day of the ongoing Test match at Trent Bridge, New Zealand rode on Daryl Mitchell's fine unbeaten 100 to score 228/9d.
Deepti Sharma becomes highest wicket-taker in women's international cricket: Stats
Star Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma scripted history by becoming the highest wicket-taker in women's cricket.
Women's T20 WC, Harmanpreet Kaur slams 56 against Australia: Stats
In a crucial ICC Women's T20 World Cup Group A match at Lord's, captain Harmanpreet Kaur led from the front with a blistering half-century.
Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma record T20I ducks versus Ireland: Stats
Indian openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma recorded ducks in the 2nd T20I versus Ireland in Belfast on Sunday.
Harry Tector slams his 9th T20I fifty in 100th appearance
Ireland's Harry Tector had a memorable 100th T20I.
Ben Stokes announces his retirement from international cricket: Details here
England Test captain Ben Stokes has made a stunning announcement to end his international career.
Prince Yadav floors Ireland on T20I debut with three-fer: Stats
Prince Yadav made his debut in T20Is for the Indian cricket team against Ireland in the 2nd encounter at Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast.
England vs New Zealand, Nottingham Test: Rachin Ravindra misses ton
New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra narrowly missed a century in the ongoing third and final Test against England at Trent Bridge, Nottingham.
Women's T20 WC: SA beat Bangladesh, keep semi-final hopes alive
In a nail-biting finish at Lord's, South Africa defeated Bangladesh by four wickets in their final group match of the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup.
ZIM vs BAN: Mominul Haque slams his 28th half-century (Tests)
Bangladesh cricket team batter Mominul Haque scored a fine 60-run knock on Day 1 versus Zimbabwe in the one-off Test being held in Harare.
Batters with highest individual scores in WI-SL Tests
West Indies batters Amir Jangoo and Roston Chase made history with their 401-run stand against Sri Lanka in the ongoing 1st Test.
A look at highest partnerships for West Indies in Tests
West Indies batters Amir Jangoo and Roston Chase made history with their 401-run stand against Sri Lanka in the ongoing 1st Test.
'Maybe we can...': Novak Djokovic planning to meet Virat Kohli?
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic has hinted at a possible collaboration with Indian cricketer Virat Kohli.
'I'll probably be...': Emma Raducanu hinting at early retirement?
Emma Raducanu, the British tennis sensation who shot to fame with her stunning US Open win in 2021, has hinted at a possible retirement timeline.
Why West Indies players wore black armbands in SL Test
West Indies cricket legend Charlie Davis has passed away at the age of 82.
Wimbledon: Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka lead prize money protest
Tennis stars Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka took the long-standing protest relating to players' prize money at Wimbledon.
India decline extra T20Is for Sri Lanka tour: Here's why
Team India's upcoming tour of Sri Lanka in August will be a two-match Test series.
FIFA World Cup: Algeria, Austria advance with thrilling 3-3 draw
In a nail-biting finish to their FIFA World Cup group-stage finale, Algeria and Austria played out a thrilling 3-3 draw.
FIFA World Cup: Messi sets records as Argentina beat Jordan
Lionel Messi once again made a spectacular impact, this time in Argentina's final FIFA World Cup group stage match against Jordan.
FIFA World Cup: DR Congo reach knockouts with first-ever win
In a stunning turn of events, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) reached the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup for the first time.
FIFA World Cup: Colombia top Group K with Portugal draw
Colombia topped Group K in the ongoing FIFA World Cup after a goalless draw against Portugal.
ICC Women's T20 World Cup: England end New Zealand's journey
England Women's cricket team maintained their unbeaten streak in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, defeating defending champions New Zealand by nine wickets at The Kia Oval.
1st Test, Roston Chase slams 194 versus Sri Lanka: Stats
West Indies Test skipper Roston Chase smashed a brilliant 194 versus Sri Lanka in the 1st clash at North Sound, Antigua.
1st Test, Amir Jangoo hammers double-century versus Sri Lanka: Stats
West Indies cricketer Amir Jangoo made history by becoming the third player from his country to score a double-century or more in Test cricket against Sri Lanka.
Sophie Molineux says Australia will 'double down' on India pressure
Australia's star cricketer Sophie Molineux has said her side will look to "double down on the pressure" on India in their last group game at the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup.
Chelsea in talks to sign Sunderland's Granit Xhaka: Report
Chelsea are reportedly in talks with Granit Xhaka's representatives over a potential transfer for Granit Xhaka.
3rd Test, Day 3: NZ in strong position against England
England's hopes of winning the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge have taken a major hit.
West Indies's Amir Jangoo slams his maiden Test hundred: Stats
In the ongoing Test match between West Indies and Sri Lanka at Antigua, wicketkeeper-batter Amir Jangoo brought up a gritty hundred on Day 3.
'Gap has narrowed down': Smriti Mandhana ahead of Australia clash
Indian women's cricket team vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has said that the gap between India and Australia in T20Is has "narrowed down."
Smith, O'Rourke and Foulkes dismantle England in Nottingham Test: Stats
England's batting lineup faltered on day three of the deciding Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
Henry Nicholls gets past 9,000 First-Class runs: Key stats
Veteran New Zealand cricket team batter Henry Nicholls has gone past 9,000 runs in First-Class cricket.
Women's T20 World Cup: India in must-win scenario versus Australia
The 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup is reaching its climax, with the final league matches of Group A set to take place on Sunday.
Harry Brook slams his sixth Test half-century against NZ: Stats
England's Harry Brook scored a sublime half-century versus New Zealand on Day 3 of the 3rd and final Test in Nottingham.
J&K pacer Auqib Nabi shines on India A debut: Stats
Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi made a stellar debut for India A, taking four wickets against Sri Lanka A in the ongoing unofficial Test in Galle.
Batters with fastest T20I fifties against Ireland (by balls)
India suffered a shocking defeat to Ireland in the first T20I in Belfast.
Indians to lose their maiden T20I as captain
Shreyas Iyer's maiden captaincy stint with Team India was off to a woeful start.
No Rohit Sharma? Sanjay Manjrekar on India's WC 2027 squad
Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has sparked a debate over Rohit Sharma's potential spot in India's 2027 ODI World Cup squad.
Jacob Bethell smashes his fourth Test fifty versus NZ: Stats
Jacob Bethell's half-century bolstered England in the first innings of the 3rd and final Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge, Nottingham.
Can a spirited Ireland rout India 2-0? 2nd T20I preview
After suffering a shocking defeat in the series opener against Ireland, Team India will be looking to bounce back in the second and final T20I.
'Big Three' reunion? Novak Djokovic could collaborate with former rivals
Novak Djokovic, the Serbian tennis star, has expressed a desire to meet and collaborate with his former rivals, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.
Former England cricketer Liam Plunkett makes professional baseball debut
Former England cricketer Liam Plunkett has made his professional baseball debut for the Oakland Ballers, an independent American club.
'Let him serve...': Ashwin defends Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's delayed international debut
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has spoken out in favor of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's delayed international debut.
Egypt secure their maiden FIFA World Cup knockout berth: Stats
Egypt made history by qualifying for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026.