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Women's T20 WC 2026: SL hand NZ their second defeat
Sri Lanka handed defending champions New Zealand their second successive defeat in the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup on Tuesday.
SLC imposes sanctions on players for disciplinary breaches: Here's why
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has imposed sanctions on players for disciplinary breaches during a recent tri-series match against India A in Dambulla.
Which batter has the best average in home Tests?
New Zealand batter Kane Williamson recently retired from international cricket.
Meet Sarpreet Singh, first Sikh-heritage player at FIFA World Cup
Sarpreet Singh, a footballer of Indian origin, scripted history by featuring in New Zealand's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Iran on Tuesday.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Who is Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha?
Cape Verde's goalkeeper, Vozinha, propelled his team in the historic FIFA World Cup debut against Spain.
Did SL A's Vishen Halambage provoke Vaibhav Sooryavanshi? Report suggests
The recent on-field brawl between India's 15-year-old batting prodigy, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, and Sri Lanka A players, including Vishen Halambage, has been making headlines.
Wimbledon 2026: Williams sisters back in action, receive doubles wildcard
Tennis legends Serena Williams and Venus Williams have been awarded a wildcard to compete in the women's doubles at the 2026 Wimbledon.
WT20 WC: Pakistan fined for slow over-rate in India game
Pakistan's women's cricket team has been fined 5% of their match fee for a slow over-rate during their ICC Women's T20 World Cup game against India.
Can NZ bounce back against England? 2nd Test Preview
The second Test between England and New Zealand will be played at The Oval, starting on June 17.
'Tough tour': Mitchell Marsh hopes Australia bounce back against Bangladesh
Skipper Mitchell Marsh has expressed confidence in Australia's ability to bounce back in the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh.
1st T20I: Australia eye comeback against Bangladesh in shortest format
After losing the ODI leg 2-1, Australia will face hosts Bangladesh in the first match of a three-match T20I series on Wednesday.
'Big changeover in personnel': Mitchell Marsh ahead of Bangladesh T20Is
Australia captain Mitchell Marsh has expressed confidence in his team's ability to bounce back in the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh.
Here's how Joe Root has fared at The Oval (Tests)
Joe Root will lead England in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval, replacing Ben Stokes.
Smriti Mandhana only Indian in TIME's most influential sportspersons list
Indian women's cricket team vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has made it to TIME magazine's list of the 100 Most Influential People in Sports for 2026.
ICC WT20I Rankings: Hayley Matthews regains top spot among all-rounders
West Indies captain Hayley Matthews has reclaimed her position at the top of the ICC Women's T20I All-Rounder Rankings.
KL Rahul has clocked these numbers in home ODIs
KL Rahul made a stunning mark in the first ODI against Afghanistan, scoring an explosive 39* off just 19 balls in Dharamsala.
India-Afghanistan 2nd ODI: Key player battles to watch out for
The second ODI between India and Afghanistan is set to take place on Wednesday at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
MLC 2026: Shane Watson appointed LA Knight Riders' mentor
Former Australian cricketer Shane Watson has been named the Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) mentor for the upcoming 2026 Major League Cricket (MLC).
2nd ODI: India eye series win against Afghanistan in Lucknow
India will take on Afghanistan in the second ODI of the three-match series at Ekana Stadium, Lucknow.
'Most oppressed team': Iran coach, players lash out at FIFA
Iran's national football team is in the spotlight again after their head coach, Amir Ghalenoei, accused FIFA of treating them unfairly during the ongoing World Cup.
BCB adds Soumya Sarkar to squad for Australia T20Is: Details
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has added seasoned opener Soumya Sarkar to their squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Australia.
Will Melbourne Renegades, Stars continue in BBL? Here's the update
The Melbourne Stars and Renegades are likely to continue in the Big Bash League (BBL) for another season, as per ESPNcricinfo.
FIFA World Cup, Uruguay hold Saudi Arabia 1-1: Key stats
Uruguay salvaged a late equalizer to draw 1-1 with Saudi Arabia in their FIFA World Cup opener on Monday.
FIFA World Cup, Belgium held 1-1 by Egypt: Key stats
Belgium and Egypt played out a thrilling 1-1 draw in their respective opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match was held in Seattle.
Ashwin reacts as tempers flare in India A match
The recent tri-series match between India A and Sri Lanka A turned controversial as young Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lost his cool.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran hold New Zealand 2-2
Iran's national football team drew 2-2 with New Zealand in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Who is Ashok Sharma? India A's latest recruit
Fast bowler Ashok Sharma has been called up to the India A squad for the ongoing One-Day tri-series in Sri Lanka.
400m viewers! IPL 2026 final becomes most-watched match
The 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) edition reached a whopping 1.2 billion viewers, according to official broadcaster JioStar.
Bangladesh vs Australia: Head-to-head record in T20Is
After winning the ODI leg 2-1, Bangladesh will host Australia in a three-match T20I series.
FIFA WC 2026: Cabo Verde hold Spain to goalless draw
In their 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026 opener, Spain were held to a goalless draw by Cape Verde.
How England's Test side has fared at The Oval: Stats
After a bowling-friendly thriller at Lord's, England and New Zealand are set to clash in the 2nd Test at The Oval, London, starting July 17.
Brendon McCullum expresses concern for Ben Stokes's mental well-being
England cricket team's head coach Brendon McCullum has expressed concern about Test captain Ben Stokes's mental well-being.
PCB to introduce format-based central contracts: What it means
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to replace its traditional contract categories with a new format-based central contract system.
Tri-Nation A Series: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi involved in altercation with SL
India A's 15-year-old opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was involved in a heated altercation with Sri Lankan cricketers after the visitors failed to chase down 17 runs in the Super Over.
England pick two debutants for Oval Test against New Zealand
England have announced their Playing XI for the 2nd Test against New Zealand at The Oval, starting June 17.
A look at women with 350-plus international wickets
A stunning five-wicket haul from Deepti Sharma powered India's 64-run win over Pakistan in their 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup opener.
WT20 World Cup 2026: What history did India-Pakistan match create?
The recent India-Pakistan match at Edgbaston in Birmingham has set a new attendance record for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup.
Listing Indians with five-wicket hauls in Women's T20 World Cups
Veteran all-rounder Deepti Sharma has created history by registering the best-ever bowling figures by an Indian in an ICC Women's T20 World Cup match.
India A penalized 10 runs in tri-series match: Here's why
In a rare and surprising incident, India A was penalized 10 runs during their tri-series match against Sri Lanka A in Dambulla on Monday.
Women's T20 WC: Ashwin raises concerns over Team India's depth
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns over the depth of the Indian women's cricket team, despite their impressive 64-run victory over Pakistan in their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 opener.
Who can replace Ollie Robinson for 2nd NZ Test?
England fast bowler Ollie Robinson has been ruled out of the second Test against New Zealand due to right knee soreness.
Women's T20 WC: Pakistan coach reacts to 'no handshake' controversy
The 2026 Women's T20 World Cup match between India and Pakistan at Edgbaston, Birmingham, was a one-sided affair. Harmanpreet Kaur's team won by 64 runs.
SL's Pathum Nissanka completes 150 T20 sixes: Key stats
Sri Lankan opener Pathum Nissanka has raced to 150 sixes in T20 cricket.
Sherfane Rutherford gets to his sixth T20I fifty: Key stats
West Indies beat Sri Lanka by five wickets in the third and deciding T20I match.
Dasun Shanaka becomes fourth SL batter with 2,000 T20I runs
In a thrilling finish at Sabina Park, the West Indies pulled off a remarkable heist against Sri Lanka to win the T20I series.