India's Shubman Gill regains the No. 1 spot in ICC ODI batting rankings, surpassing New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell who missed recent series, with Gill now leading at 801 rating points.
India's stand-in bowling coach Sunil Joshi lauded Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his record-breaking T20I fifty against Zimbabwe, emphasizing focus on his batting while planning gradual bowling development. Joshi also urged patience with emerging all-rounder Suryansh Shedge and praised Ravi Bishnoi's effective run-up adjustment.
Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza attributed his team's seven-wicket loss to India in the opening T20I at Harare Sports Club to a moist pitch that favored the team batting second. India comfortably chased 126, while Raza praised Wessly Madhevere and Tadiwanashe Marumani for their recovery efforts.
England's Jos Buttler has climbed to second on the all-time T20 run-scoring charts, surpassing Chris Gayle during a Hundred 2026 match at Lord's. This milestone highlights his return to form after a challenging period, placing him 231 runs behind leader Kieron Pollard.
London Spirit's men's team for The Hundred season features a near-complete overhaul, with Jamie Overton as the sole returning player and new coaching staff. The women's team is more stable. New co-owners, Tech Titans, have made London Spirit the competition's most valuable franchise, bringing renewed energy and ambition.
Former India opener Abhinav Mukund announced his 15-man squad for the 2027 ODI World Cup, including veteran Rohit Sharma but omitting Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill is now just one rating point behind the No. 1 spot in the latest ICC ODI batting rankings.
London Spirit's men's team faces a complete overhaul for the new Hundred season, with only Jamie Overton remaining from last year's squad, alongside new coaches and ownership. The women's team also sees changes, including a new captain, as the franchise aims for renewed energy and success following a £144m investment.
Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh lauded teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as an "unbelievable" talent for his fearless approach, recalling his IPL debut six. Harbhajan also shared Sachin Tendulkar's career advice on focus, which he now imparts to young players.
England secured a 2-1 ODI series victory over India, their first since 2018, with Joe Root named Player of the Series and returning to the ICC ODI Batting Rankings top 10 at No. 8. Ben Duckett also climbed to joint-19th after a record-breaking knock at Lord's.
England's Jacob Bethell shared his "unforgettable" experience opening the batting with Virat Kohli for Royal Challengers Bengaluru at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, describing intense nerves and an electric atmosphere. He also revealed Kohli's relaxed off-field demeanor, contrasting his competitive on-field persona.
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth criticized the Indian team management for sending KL Rahul to bat at No. 6 during the third ODI against England at Lord's, arguing it was an injustice and a poor strategic decision given Rahul's past performance in run-chases.
Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin stated that senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are "untouchable" in the national team due to their achievements and massive fan following, making it nearly impossible to drop them. He contrasted this with bowlers, who lack similar backing despite their contributions.
Rohit Sharma scored his 34th ODI century at Lord's against England, delivering a powerful response to widespread retirement speculation. The 39-year-old's 132-run innings, his first ODI ton at the iconic venue, came in a series decider where India ultimately lost the match and the bilateral series 1-2.
Joe Root became the first England batter to score six consecutive ODI half-centuries, remaining unbeaten throughout the July 2026 series against India with 249 runs, surpassing previous records for most runs in a bilateral ODI series without dismissal.
Joe Root became the first England batter to achieve six consecutive fifty-plus scores in One-Day Internationals, hitting an unbeaten 74 against India at Lord's. His knock contributed to England's 387/3 in the series-deciding match, where Ben Duckett scored 141 and Jacob Bethell 91.
Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar criticized India's T20I approach after their 0-4 series loss to England. He stated that sacking coach Gautam Gambhir or captain Shreyas Iyer wouldn't solve the issue, attributing the poor performance to inadequate preparation for overseas conditions, influenced by IPL performances.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were seen training intensely at Edgbaston Cricket Ground ahead of the first ODI against England on July 14. Sharma focused on batting drills for nearly an hour, while Kohli faced sharp deliveries from Jasprit Bumrah and other bowlers.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were seen training intensely at Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham ahead of the first ODI on July 14. Sharma focused on batting for nearly an hour, practicing against various bowlers and simulating match conditions. Kohli also had a rigorous session, facing both seamers and spinners, and later shared his insights with a young bowler.
India is set to win the one-off Test at Lord's, having bowled England out for 130 in their second innings. Yastika Bhatia's century and Sophie Ecclestone's five-wicket haul were highlights of a day marked by Heather Knight's retirement announcement.
India is set to win the one-off Test at Lord's after bowling England out for 130/6 in their second innings. Yastika Bhatia's century and Sophie Ecclestone's five-wicket haul were highlights amidst Heather Knight's retirement announcement.
India is set to win the Lord's Test after setting England a target of 327 and reducing them to 130/6. Yastika Bhatia scored a century for India, while Sophie Ecclestone took five wickets for England.
England's aggressive 'Bazball' cricket era, defined by Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes, has concluded with their departures. Despite initial successes and a review stating no personnel changes were needed, the team's recent Ashes defeat and subsequent events led to this outcome, leaving McCullum to focus on white-ball formats.
India's new T20I captain Shreyas Iyer is facing criticism after two consecutive series defeats. Former player Saba Karim questioned Iyer's tactical decisions, particularly the batting order in a recent match, stating it differed from his IPL captaincy.
Former batting coach Sanjay Bangar detailed Virat Kohli's rigorous training to overcome English conditions, including simulating swing and dew by watering pitches in Mumbai. This preparation is highlighted amid India's recent white-ball struggles.
