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3rd ODI: Ghazanfar, Rashid rattle Ireland with three-wicket hauls
Ireland were bundled for just 206 in the third ODI of their five-match series against Afghanistan at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast.
Premier League: Crystal Palace set to sign midfielder Anan Khalaili
Crystal Palace are on the verge of signing Anan Khalaili from Belgian club Union Saint-Gilloise.
Harry Tector becomes fastest Ireland batter with 2,000 ODI runs
Ireland's batting sensation Harry Tector has gone past 2,000 runs in ODI cricket.
MCA opens bidding for new franchise in T20 Mumbai League
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has opened bidding for a new franchise in the T20 Mumbai League.
Astonishing! Shubman Gill averages 82-plus while leading in Tests
Shubman Gill, the captain of India's Test and ODI teams, has proven his prowess in all three formats of the game.
These Indian batters boast Test double-centuries in Sri Lanka
Team India gears up for a crucial two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, starting on August 15 in Galle.
SL-IND Tests: Sitanshu Kotak calls warm-up match 'very productive'
India's batting coach, Sitanshu Kotak, has said that the team's recent warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI was more beneficial than several extra days of regular training.
Afghanistan on verge of qualifying for ODI World Cup: Details
Team Afghanistan is on the verge of qualifying for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
One-Day Cup: Yuzvendra Chahal delivers yet another match-winning spell
Seasoned Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal continued his impressive form in the ongoing One-Day Cup, England's premier List A tournament.
Sarfaraz Khan: Decoding his stellar run in 2025-26 Ranji season
Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan has been named as the replacement for injured Sai Sudharsan in India's squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka.
The Hundred: Ryan Rickelton goes past 5,000 T20 runs
Sunrisers Leeds have all but secured their place in the knockout stages of The Hundred after a resounding 71-run victory over Welsh Fire at Headingley.
Warm-up match: Why didn't Kuldeep Yadav bowl on Day 3?
India's spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule has clarified that Kuldeep Yadav's absence from Day 3 of the recent warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI was not due to any fitness concern.
Travis Head keen to continue opening batting in Tests: Details
Australian cricketer Travis Head has expressed his confidence in continuing to open the batting for Australia, even after next year's Ashes.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar 'absolutely ready' to play 2027 ODI World Cup
Veteran Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has expressed his willingness to represent India in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Decoding Team India bowlers to claim hat-tricks in Test cricket
A hat-trick in Test cricket is a moment that demands exceptional skill, concentration and a touch of brilliance.
Serie A: Como sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah
Italian club Como have signed Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah for a €30m fixed fee with €6m add-ons and a sell-on clause inserted, as per Fabrizio Romano.
Paris Saint-Germain sign Lucas Digne from Aston Villa: Details here
French international Lucas Digne has completed his transfer from Aston Villa to European champions Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
Shubman Gill is fully fit for upcoming Sri Lanka Tests
India's spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule has confirmed that captain Shubman Gill is fully fit and ready for the first Test match against Sri Lanka.
AS Monaco hand Liverpool a 3-2 defeat at Anfield
Liverpool FC suffered a 2-3 defeat against AS Monaco in their latest pre-season friendly.
Sarfaraz Khan replaces Sai Sudharsan for Sri Lanka Test series
Sarfaraz Khan has been named as the replacement for the injured Sai Sudharsan in India's squad for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka.
Pre-season clash: Borussia Dortmund beat Arsenal 3-2 in Emirates Cup
Arsenal suffered a second consecutive pre-season defeat, losing 3-2 to Borussia Dortmund in the Emirates Cup.
Chelsea held to 3-3 draw by Johor Darul Ta'zim
Chelsea's pre-season tour came to a close with a 3-3 draw against Malaysian side Johor Darul Ta'zim.
Mitchell Marsh surpasses 7,000 T20 runs; hammers 50th fifty-plus score
Australian batter Mitchell Marsh has attained a new milestone in the 20-over format.
Ireland vs Afghanistan, 3rd ODI: Presenting match preview and stats
Afghanistan are just one win away from qualifying for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup.
Manchester City come from behind to beat Atletico Madrid 3-1
Manchester City staged a stunning comeback to defeat Atletico Madrid 3-1 in a pre-season friendly at the Seoul World Cup Stadium, South Korea.
Manchester United in talks to sign 18-year-old Leicester City midfielder
Manchester United are said to be in talks to sign 18-year-old Leicester City midfielder Louis Page, as per BBC Sport.
Fulham agree deal to sign Southampton's Shea Charles for £26m
Fulham are set to sign midfielder Shea Charles from Southampton in a on 5-year contract.
India down SLC XI in warm-up match: Key details
Team India beat Sri Lanka Cricket XI by six wickets in their three-day warm-up match at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo.
Marcus Rashford likely to stay at Manchester United this season
Marcus Rashford has been spotted at Carrington, Manchester United's training complex, marking a major step in his return to the club.
Warm-up match: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill make presence felt
Indian captain Shubman Gill and star opener Yashasvi Jaiswal played blistering knocks in the final innings of the warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo.
'Injuries are part of professional sport': VVS Laxman defends CoE
As Team India's injury woes continue to mount ahead of their Test tour of Sri Lanka, the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) has come under fire.
Has Yashasvi Jaiswal aced Test matches in Asia?
Yashasvi Jaiswal is all set to strengthen India's batting line-up in the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, starting on August 15.
Warm-up match: Brar, Jadeja shine with ball versus SLC XI
Team India bowlers enjoyed a decent outing on the third and final day of the warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo.
Sunil Narine claims 10th POTM honor in CPL: Key stats
Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) kicked off their Caribbean Premier League (CPL) title defense with a convincing 19-run victory over St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots (SKNP).
Shubman Gill resumes batting practice ahead of SL Tests
Indian cricket team captain Shubman Gill returned to the nets for a rigorous batting session on Sunday, as per Times of India.
These 5 T20I records might never be broken
Cricket is a game of records, with players constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible on the field.
The Hundred: Tim Seifert goes past 8,000 T20 runs
Manchester Super Giants (MSG) have made a major move in The Hundred tournament by defeating Southern Brave in Southampton.
Women's Hundred: Ghosh, Mandhana power MSG against Southern Brave
Manchester Super Giants (MSG) kept their campaign alive in The Women's Hundred tournament with a brilliant display against Southern Brave.
Galle Gallants beat Jaffna Kings to win maiden LPL title
Galle Gallants have clinched their first-ever Lanka Premier League (LPL) title in a thrilling low-scoring final against Jaffna Kings.
Kusal Mendis appointed first president of Sri Lanka players' association
Kusal Mendis, the captain of Sri Lanka's white-ball cricket teams, has been appointed as the first president of the newly-formed Sri Lankan Professional Cricketers's Association (SLPCA).
India tour of Bangladesh in jeopardy amid political tensions: Report
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is facing an uphill battle to host a scheduled white-ball series against India in September.
Decoding Indian cricketers who hit a century on international debut
Securing a century on an international debut remains one of cricket's ultimate achievements.
Manchester United and PSG play out 1-1 draw in pre-season
Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain played out a 1-1 draw in a pre-season friendly at Gothenburg.
Manchester United suffer injury blows in PSG pre-season match: Details
Manchester United faced a double injury scare during their match against Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday.
Carabao Cup: West Ham United defeat Portsmouth, seal 2nd-round progression
West Ham United staged a remarkable comeback, scoring three goals in just seven minutes, to defeat Portsmouth in the first round of the 2026-27 Carabao Cup.
Decoding players who can be next Fab 4 in cricket
Cricket has always produced batting generations that redefine greatness, but every golden era eventually makes room for a new one.
Sam Curran surpasses 6,000 runs in T20 cricket: Key stats
England all-rounder Sam Curran has attained a new milestone in T20 cricket.
Joao Pedro shines as Chelsea humble Ruben Amorim's AC Milan
Chelsea FC put on a dominant display in their latest pre-season friendly, beating AC Milan 3-0.
Arsenal sign Bruno Guimaraes for £75 million: Decoding his stats
Arsenal have officially signed midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United for a whopping £75 million.
Liverpool agree deal for Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo on loan
Liverpool FC have secured a surprising deal to sign Ronald Araujo from FC Barcelona on a season-long loan.
Barcelona's Ferran Torres set to join Champions League winners PSG
Barcelona forward Ferran Torres has agreed to join Luis Enrique's Paris Saint-Germain.
Warm-up match: Padikkal, Jadeja headline India's batting performance vs SLCXI
Team India batters had a mixed day at the office on Day 2 of the three-day warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo.
Ravindra Jadeja slams half-century in warm-up match against SLC XI
Veteran Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja made his bat talk on Day 2 of the ongoing three-day warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo.
Jemimah Rodrigues ruled out of Women's Hundred with hamstring injury
Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues has been ruled out of 2026 The Women's Hundred tournament after suffering a hamstring injury.
Rashid Khan has recorded six-plus wicket-hauls in these ODI matches
Team Afghanistan has taken a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland after a convincing 92-run win in the second match.
Sudharsan likely to miss SL Tests; who will replace him?
The Indian cricket team is facing another injury scare as Sai Sudharsan, their designated No. 3 batter, is likely to miss the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka.
5 ODI records that might never be broken
Cricket has witnessed some incredible moments that have left an indelible mark on the sporting world.
Warm-up match: Devdutt Padikkal hammers statement hundred versus SLC XI
Devdutt Padikkal put up a stellar show with the bat in the ongoing three-day warm-up match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo.
'Let ourselves down': Simmons on Bangladesh's misery against CA XI
Phil Simmons, the head coach of the Bangladesh cricket team, has expressed his disappointment over his side's poor performance in a practice match against Cricket Australia XI.
Report reveals plan to 'blow up Messi' during FIFA 2026
A leaked police dossier has reportedly revealed that Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi was allegedly the primary target of multiple terror threats during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Listing the best bowling figures for Afghanistan in ODIs
Team Afghanistan has taken a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland after a thumping 92-run victory in the second match.
Rishabh Pant seeks Uttarakhand CM's help in land acquisition
Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant has made a public appeal to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to acquire land in the state.
Rashid Khan in elite company with ODI six-fer versus Ireland
Team Afghanistan has taken a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland after winning the rain-curtailed second match by 92 runs at the Bready Cricket Club.
Warm-up match: Yashasvi Jaiswal dismissed for two-ball duck
Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed for a two-ball duck during the ongoing three-day practice match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI.
Bangladesh bowled out for 54 in warm-up match: Details
In a shocking display, the Bangladesh cricket team was bowled out for just 54 runs in their second innings of a warm-up match against a Cricket Australia XI.
Will Australian Test stars withdraw from IPL 2027? McDonald reacts
Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has hinted that tough decisions may be on the cards regarding the participation of Test players in next year's Indian Premier League (IPL).
Andrew Flintoff resigns as England Lions head coach: Details
Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff has announced his resignation as the head coach of the England Lions.
Ireland's Cade Carmichael slams 62 versus Afghanistan in 2nd ODI
Afghanistan have taken a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland after winning the second match by a whopping 92 runs.
Premier League 2026-27: Contenders for the Golden Boot award
Every Premier League season brings fresh excitement in the race for the Golden Boot, and the 2026-27 campaign should be no different.
Liverpool's pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola hits roadblock
Liverpool's attempt to sign Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) winger Bradley Barcola has hit a major roadblock.
Rashid Khan claims his 7th five-wicket haul in ODIs: Stats
Afghanistan took a 1-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Ireland, after winning the second match by 92 runs. The first match was washed out.
Afghanistan down Ireland in 2nd ODI, take 1-0 lead: Stats
Afghanistan rattled hosts Ireland in the 2nd ODI to take a 1-0 lead in the series.
England face opening crisis ahead of Pakistan Test series
England's cricket team is facing a potential opening crisis as Emilio Gay suffered a right shoulder injury while playing for Durham.
Crystal Palace sign former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu: Details here
Crystal Palace have signed Japan international defender Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer.