International Cricket Council (ICC): News

18 May 2020

Jasprit Bumrah

#NewsBytesExplainer: Importance of bouncers in T20 cricket

A bouncer is the most common, yet profound weapon in the arsenal of fast bowlers.

Ponting is best coach I have ever met: Ishant Sharma

Indian pace spearhead Ishant Sharma heaped praise on Ricky Ponting, terming him the best coach he has worked with.

Australia set for action as competitive cricket returns

Competitive cricket is all set to resume in Australia for the first time since coronavirus pandemic caused disruption.

Coronavirus outbreak: ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier postponed

The upcoming ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier has been postponed due to coronavirus pandemic.

#NewsBytesExplainer: ICC rules that should be scrapped

Cricket has been a beautiful game of fine proportions ever since its inception.

Ian Chappell's take on changing ball-tampering and lbw laws

Former Australian captain Ian Chappell believes both ball-tampering and lbw laws need to be reconstructed.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Reasons why Ashwin could make a comeback in T20Is

Ravichandran Ashwin has been the mainstay spinner for India in the longest format since 2014.

Happy Birthday, Pat Cummins: Unknown facts about the Australian seamer

Australian seamer Pat Cummins is deemed one of the greatest fast bowlers in modern day cricket.

Use weighted balls to negate ball-tampering: Shane Warne

Australian legend Shane Warne believes introducing weighted balls will bar the bowlers from applying saliva and sweat on the ball.

04 May 2020

Virat Kohli

#NewsBytesExplainer: How India consolidated number one Test spot (2016-20)

Australia recently dethroned India in the ICC Test Team Rankings.

04 May 2020

Pakistan Cricket Team

Mohammad Asif opens up on his tainted international career

In a recent conversation with ESPN, the former Pakistan bowler Mohammad Asif asserted he has regrets about how his career took a massive turn.

#CoronavirusOutbreak: Australia restrict use of saliva, sweat to shine ball

Australia have restricted the usage of saliva and body sweat to shine the ball, in the wake of coronavirus pandemic.

ICC Rankings: Team India loses No. 1 Test spot

The Indian cricket team lost its number one spot in the ICC Test Rankings.

Ellyse Perry extends contract with Sydney Sixers for two years

Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry has extended her contract with Big Bash team Sydney Sixers for two more years.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Why is ICC considering to legalize ball-tampering?

According to a recent ESPNcricinfo report, the International Cricket Council (ICC) is planning to legalize ball-tampering.

Former Pakistan captain Sana Mir announces retirement

Former Pakistan captain Sana Mir has announced retirement from international cricket with immediate effect.

Coronavirus outbreak: ICC to consider legalised ball-tampering

The International Cricket Council (ICC) may allow players to use artificial substances in order to shine the red ball under the supervision of umpires.

Taking victory lap was my greatest moment: Sachin Tendulkar

Lifting the prestigious silverware at Wankhede was undoubtedly the highest point of Sachin Tendulkar's career.

Coronavirus outbreak: Cricket Australia considers to expand India Test series

The impact of coronavirus may see hosts Australia expanding the India Test series, later this year.

No decision on T20 World Cup till August: Sources

The entire sports community is facing the wrath of coronavirus outburst, with IPL being the latest one to be impacted.

ICC advises players to be aware of bookies amid lockdown

Cricket's anti-corruption chief has told players to remain vigilant of approaches by potential fixers amid lockdown.

Happy Birthday Muttiah Muralitharan: A look at his achievements

Former Sri Lankan spin ace Muttiah Muralitharan turned 42 on Friday.

Should the T20 WC be postponed? Here's what experts feel

All sporting activities including cricket have either been canceled or postponed amid the coronavirus pandemic.

We've been pretty consistent with our T20I line-up: Alex Carey

Australia's limited-overs vice-captain Alex Carey has said that the side is consistent in terms of having a settled line-up in T20Is.

15 Apr 2020

Mohammad Amir

PCB urges government to devise law for outlawing match-fixing

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has asked the government to legislate a law for outlawing match-fixing and spot-fixing.

14 Apr 2020

Mohammad Amir

'I was clueless against Mohammad Asif', says Kevin Pietersen

Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen believes Mohammad Asif is the most fearsome seamer he has faced throughout his career.

T20 World Cup 2020: Organizers looking at different scenarios

While the coronavirus pandemic has disarrayed the sports community globally, the T20 World Cup organizing committee remains optimistic about the upcoming tournament.

The incident involving Stokes was a blessing in disguise: Strauss

England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) director Andrew Strauss described how the team resurrected following the 2017 incident involving Ben Stokes.

Mohammad Yousuf heaps praise on Babar Azam

Former Pakistan batsman Mohammad Yousuf stated that Babar Azam is the standout batsman in the country since his retirement.

Over 9 million in India watched Women's T20 WC final

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup finale between Australia and India was watched by a record 9.02 million fans in India.

Duckworth-Lewis method deviser Tony Lewis passes away

Tony Lewis, who was renowned for devising the Duckworth-Lewis rain rule for limited overs cricket, passed away at the age of 78 on Wednesday.

Australian players prepared for pay cuts, says Tim Paine

Australian captain Tim Paine believes the players are aware of the delay in central contracting which will lead to pay cuts.

Pakistan cricketers can now play in maximum four T20 leagues

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has released its new No Objection Certificate (NOC) policy according to which all centrally contracted cricketers will be allowed to participate in a maximum of four foreign leagues, including the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

ICC to mull contingency plans for T20 World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) will hold a video conference with member nations to discuss the plight of T20 World Cup and Test Championship.

Reserve Day for ICC World T20 semi-finals could be reconsidered

Cricket Australia would welcome the idea of having reserve days for the knockout stages of this year's ICC World T20.

#CoronavirusOutbreak: Cricket Australia chief has his say on ICC WT20

The coronavirus pandemic that has wrecked havoc around the world to turn things into a worldwide catastrophe.

ICC T20 World Cup: Brian Lara picks three title contenders

Former West Indian legend Brian Lara has picked three favorites to win the ICC T20 World Cup 2020.

ICC tournaments: India have faltered in pressure situations since 2014

Indian cricket, comprising the men's and women's team has failed to crack the pressure code in ICC tournaments in the pivotal stages.

India's win at WT20 is important for women's cricket: Lee

Former Australia speedster Brett Lee believes that if India can win the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2020, it will be an important moment for the country.

ICC Women's T20 World Cup final: Here's the complete preview

Australia and India face each other in the final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup on Sunday in Melbourne.