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18 Aug 2026
Indian Women's Hockey Team

Women's Hockey World Cup: India thrash South Africa 6-1

The Indian women's hockey team registered a resounding victory over South Africa in its second Pool D match of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup.

18 Aug 2026
Test Cricket

A look at most prolific wicket-keepers in Test cricket

Wicket-keeping is among the toughest jobs in Test cricket.

18 Aug 2026
Devdutt Padikkal

Devdutt Padikkal addresses competition with Sai Sudharsan for No.3 spot

Indian batter Devdutt Padikkal has spoken about the stiff competition with Sai Sudharsan for the No. 3 position in India's Test team.

18 Aug 2026
Babar Azam

1st Test: England begin post-Bazball era against Pakistan at Headingley

England's Test cricket enters a new chapter as they prepare to face Pakistan in the first Test of the three-match series, starting on August 19.

18 Aug 2026
Mahipal Lomror

Mahipal Lomror signs short-term deal with Surrey in County Championship

Uncapped Indian cricketer Mahipal Lomror has signed a six-match deal with Surrey for the ongoing County Championship season.

No Khel Ratna recipient for 2025: Here's why

The Indian government has announced that there will be no recipient for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna, the country's highest sporting honor, in 2025.

18 Aug 2026
ICC World Test Championship

Justin Greaves named ICC Player of the Month (July 2026)

West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves has been named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for July 2026.

18 Aug 2026
Babar Azam

These player battles can headline England vs Pakistan Test series

The three-match Test series between England and Pakistan will get underway on August 19.

18 Aug 2026
Babar Azam

Babar Azam to miss first England Test; Agha to lead

Pakistan's Test captain Babar Azam has been ruled out of the first match of the three-Test series against England, starting on August 19.

18 Aug 2026
Indian Cricket Team

Galle Test: SL falter in 372-run chase; India eye win

India are on the brink of winning the 1st Test against Sri Lanka at Galle International Stadium.

18 Aug 2026
Sri Lanka Cricket Team

Have SL ever chased down 350-plus runs in Tests? Stats

Despite triggering a collapse, Sri Lanka were on the back foot against India on Day 4 of the 1st Test in Galle.

18 Aug 2026
Rishabh Pant

Fastest batters to reach 100 Test sixes (by balls)

Indian batter Rishabh Pant added another feather to his cap, completing 100 sixes in Test cricket.

18 Aug 2026
Test Cricket

Highest match aggregates by visiting number-three batters in SL (Tests)

Devdutt Padikkal made his bat talk in the ongoing opening Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle.

18 Aug 2026
India vs Sri Lanka

Galle Test: Asitha Fernando, Prabath Jayasuriya shine against India

India set Sri Lanka a challenging target of 372 runs in the 1st Test at Galle International Stadium.

18 Aug 2026
Dinesh Chandimal

Chandimal ruled out of Galle Test; Sooriyabandara named concussion substitute

Veteran Sri Lankan batter Dinesh Chandimal has been ruled out of the ongoing Galle Test against India due to a concussion.

18 Aug 2026
Test Cricket

Which specialist batter has recorded most Test ducks since 2024?

Since his Test debut in 2023, Yashasvi Jaiswal has made a name for himself as a promising opener in Test cricket.

18 Aug 2026
Rishabh Pant

Rishabh Pant slams his maiden Test fifty in SL: Stats

Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant bolstered India with a riveting half-century against Sri Lanka in the ongoing 1st Test in Galle.

18 Aug 2026
Nitish Rana

Cricketer Nitish Rana breaks down during DPL half-century: Here's why

Indian cricketer Nitish Rana broke down in tears after scoring a half-century in the ongoing Delhi Premier League (DPL).

18 Aug 2026
David Warner

David Warner ordered to have car interlock device: Here's why

Former Australian cricketer David Warner has been fined A$1,500 (£787) after being convicted of drink driving.

18 Aug 2026
Rishabh Pant

Rishabh Pant becomes first Indian with 100 Test sixes: Stats

Rishabh Pant, the explosive wicketkeeper-batter, has become the first Indian to complete 100 sixes in Test cricket.

18 Aug 2026
Devdutt Padikkal

Devdutt Padikkal goes past 4,000 First-Class runs: Dissecting his stats

Team India is in a strong position against Sri Lanka in the first Test in Galle.

18 Aug 2026
Ravichandran Ashwin

Manjrekar's criticism hurt me, but I took it positively: Ashwin

Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has opened up about the harsh criticism he received at the start of his international career.

18 Aug 2026
Dinesh Chandimal

Galle Test: Dinesh Chandimal suffers neck and shoulder injury

Veteran Sri Lankan batter Dinesh Chandimal has suffered an injury to his right shoulder and neck during the ongoing Galle Test against India.

18 Aug 2026
Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja hails Manav Suthar's 'dream ball' versus Sri Lanka

Indian veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has praised young spinner Manav Suthar for his exceptional bowling on Day 3 of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.

18 Aug 2026
Australian Cricket Team

Australia alter squad for 2nd Test against Bangladesh: Details here

Australia have announced a revised squad for the second and final Test against Bangladesh, starting August 22 in Mackay.

17 Aug 2026
Ravindra Jadeja

'Ravindra Jadeja's consistency is admirable,' says Manav Suthar

Indian cricketer Manav Suthar has expressed his admiration for veteran Ravindra Jadeja's consistency.

17 Aug 2026
Indian Premier League (IPL)

The Knight Riders Group interested in The Hundred: Report

The Knight Riders Group, owners of the Indian Premier League (IPL) team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), is reportedly interested in investing in The Hundred.

17 Aug 2026
Ravindra Jadeja

All-rounders with 4,000 runs and 350 wickets in Test cricket

Star Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja completed another major milestone in Test cricket on Monday.

17 Aug 2026
Pakistan Cricket Team

Have Pakistan ever won a Test series in England? Stats

As England gear up to face Pakistan in a three-match series, it's worth noting the historical significance of this rivalry.

17 Aug 2026
Misbah-ul-Haq

Players with most international caps after turning 35

Cricket's calendar is now more packed than ever, with players having to keep up with constant assignments across formats.

17 Aug 2026
Hardik Pandya

IPL 2027: Who can be Mumbai Indians's next captain?

The Mumbai Indians (MI) franchise may be facing another leadership change ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

17 Aug 2026
Harmanpreet Singh

Hockey World Cup: India lose to England despite early lead

Team India's journey in the Men's Hockey World Cup hit a major roadblock after a 2-4 loss to England in their second pool match at Amstelveen's Wagener Stadium on Monday.

17 Aug 2026
Babar Azam

Will Babar Azam be available for 1st England Test?

Babar Azam's participation in Pakistan's opening Test against England is still uncertain, as per Cricinfo.

17 Aug 2026
Ravindra Jadeja

Galle Test: Manav Suthar, Ravindra Jadeja decimate Sri Lanka

In a riveting display, spinner Manav Suthar led the Indian bowling attack as the visitors bowled out Sri Lanka for 284.

17 Aug 2026
Niroshan Dickwella

Galle Test: India bowl out SL, lead by 178 runs

Being reduced to 90/5 in response to India's 462, Sri Lanka avoided a follow-on on Day 3 of the 1st Test in Galle.

17 Aug 2026
Kapil Dev

All-round numbers that define Ravindra Jadeja's stature in Tests

Ravindra Jadeja has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the fifth Indian to complete 350 wickets in Test matches.

17 Aug 2026
Sri Lanka Cricket Team

Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha slams his maiden Test century: Stats

Sri Lankan all-rounder Sonal Dinusha has raced to his maiden century in Test cricket.

17 Aug 2026
Niroshan Dickwella

Galle Test: Niroshan Dickwella slams fighting half-century on return

Sri Lankan batter Niroshan Dickwella showcased his resistance against India's bowling attack on Day 3 of the 1st Test in Galle.

17 Aug 2026
England Cricket Team

Charlie Dean appointed England Women's ODI captain for Ireland series

All-rounder Charlie Dean has been appointed as England's captain for their upcoming three-match Women's ODI series against Ireland.

17 Aug 2026
Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja becomes fifth Indian with 350 Test wickets: Stats

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has unlocked another massive achievement in international cricket.

17 Aug 2026
Pakistan Cricket Team

How England's Test side has fared at Headingley: Stats

England and Pakistan are set to lock horns in the first Test of their three-match series at Headingley, Leeds.

17 Aug 2026
Harry Brook

Harry Brook reflects on England captaincy snub, backs Joe Root

Harry Brook has thrown his weight behind Joe Root's appointment as England's Test captain.

17 Aug 2026
Andrew McDonald

Andrew McDonald defends Nathan Lyon after poor Test performance

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has defended veteran spinner Nathan Lyon after his disappointing performance in their recent Test defeat to Bangladesh.

17 Aug 2026
Afghanistan

Darwish Rasooli to lead Afghanistan at Asian Games: Details here

Batter Darwish Rasooli is set to lead Afghanistan in the men's cricket event at the 2026 Asian Games.

17 Aug 2026
Mitchell Santner

Mitchell Santner becomes second NZ all-rounder with this T20 double

Tim Seifert's explosive innings of 72 runs off just 38 balls led Manchester Super Giants to their maiden Men's Hundred title.

17 Aug 2026
Devdutt Padikkal

'Quietly toiling in nets': Rahul lauds Padikkal's maiden Test ton

Devdutt Padikkal's first Test century has been hailed as a result of his dedication and perseverance over the years.

17 Aug 2026
Andrew McDonald

Will Marnus Labuschagne be dropped for 2nd Bangladesh Test?

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has admitted that Marnus Labuschagne "needs some big runs" after a disappointing performance against Bangladesh in Darwin.