India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is out of the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka due to a left knee injury. Uncapped fast bowler Auqib Nabi has been named as his replacement, marking his first senior call-up. The series begins August 15 in Galle.
Former India batter Ajinkya Rahane, 38, expressed gratitude to fans for their overwhelming support following his retirement from international cricket. Tributes poured in from cricketing legends like Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar, celebrating his decade-long career marked by quiet leadership and resilience, notably during India's 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy win in Australia.
Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah will miss the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka starting August 15 due to persistent left knee discomfort, with the BCCI medical team advising full recovery. A replacement is expected, with Auqib Nabi as a front-runner.
India's warm-up cricket match against a Sri Lanka XI, ahead of their two-Test series, has been reduced from four days to three days. The practice game will now be played from August 7 to August 9 at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo, as confirmed by Sri Lanka Cricket.
Former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta believes head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill will face significant pressure in the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka. This follows recent Test series losses, and India's performance will be crucial for their World Test Championship final qualification hopes.
Former India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta believes head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill will face significant pressure as India begins its two-match Test series against Sri Lanka in Galle on August 15, following recent series losses against New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa.
Indian team management is delaying a decision on seamer Jasprit Bumrah's participation in the Sri Lanka Test series starting August 15, following a left knee "impact injury" and a prior knee issue that required an injection. He is undergoing conditioning at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.
Rishabh Pant trains with MS Dhoni in Ranchi as he prepares for the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka, while Dhoni's future in competitive cricket remains uncertain amid rumors of a mentorship role with Chennai Super Kings.
India's Test squad against Sri Lanka faces uncertainties with Washington Sundar injured, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana unlikely to join, and key updates on Jasprit Bumrah and B Sai Sudharsan's availability.
Australia's cricket captain Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon are back in the 13-man squad for the upcoming two-Test home series against Bangladesh in August, following their recovery from injuries sustained during the Ashes.
India's ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill raised concerns over the national cricket team's fitness standards following a series of player injuries, highlighting a communication gap and system breakdown between team management and the Centre of Excellence (CoE).
Australia has announced its 13-man squad for the upcoming two-Test home series against Bangladesh, featuring the return of key fast bowlers Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and veteran spinner Nathan Lyon from injury. The series, part of the World Test Championship, will be played in Darwin and Mackay.
Cricket Australia announced a 13-member squad for the upcoming two-Test series against Bangladesh, starting August 13. Captain Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon return after recovering from injuries, bolstering the reigning World Test Championship holders.
Sri Lanka Cricket announced India's two-match Test series in Sri Lanka for August 2024, part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27. Matches will be in Galle and Colombo, marking India's first Test tour there since 2017, with both teams seeking valuable WTC points.
England's hopes of a winning farewell for captain Ben Stokes ended as New Zealand secured a 160-run victory at Trent Bridge, winning the three-match Test series 2-1. England, chasing 373, were bowled out for 212 on the final day, marking their first home series loss of three or more Tests since 2012.
India A, led by Dhruv Jurel, begins a two-match unofficial Test series against Sri Lanka A in Galle, offering emerging players like Aquib Nabi, Sai Sudharsan, and Devdutt Padikkal a chance to impress for national team selection.
Matt Henry took 11 wickets at The Oval, leveling the Test series against England and becoming the first bowler since Shane Warne in 2005 to achieve this feat at the venue. His 11-109 match figures are the best by a NZ bowler against England.
Andy Farrell has signed a new deal to stay as Ireland head coach until 2031, ruling out a possible move back to England. The extension covers two World Cup cycles and comes after a successful spell in charge.
England begins its home summer with a three-Test series against New Zealand, starting Thursday at Lord's. The series is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle. England aims to rebound after a difficult Ashes campaign, with new support staff including fielding coach Sarah Taylor. New Zealand features a full-strength pace attack with Kyle Jamieson and Will O'Rourke.
Jacob Bethell has withdrawn from IPL 2026 due to a finger injury, raising concerns for England's Test series against New Zealand. The 22-year-old batter will return to the UK for assessment, with his availability for the Lord's Test uncertain.
Michael Vaughan advised Jacob Bethell to leave the IPL and return to England for assessment due to a finger injury and uncertainty over his playing time with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Vaughan emphasized prioritizing national duty ahead of England's Test summer.
Childhood best friends Jo Diop and Kush Burman from Liverpool have won the sixth series of BBC's Race Across the World, completing a 12,000km journey across Europe and Asia. They shared a £20,000 prize and expressed pride in representing their city.
Bangladesh achieved a historic 2-0 Test series whitewash against Pakistan, winning the second Test by 78 runs. Celebrations included players singing "Amra Korbo Joy" in the dressing room.
Bangladesh achieved a historic home Test series victory over Pakistan, winning the second Test by 78 runs in Sylhet. Spinner Taijul Islam took six wickets, securing the win on the fifth day. This marks Bangladesh's first home Test series win against Pakistan.
