Sunrisers Hyderabad have ascended to the summit of the IPL 2026 standings, delivering a masterclass performance to defeat the Punjab Kings by 33 runs in a high-scoring encounter.
Grace Scrivens and Cordelia Griffith put on a masterclass at Chelmsford, sharing a record-breaking 128-run partnership to guide Essex to a dominant five-wicket victory over Metro Bank One-Day Cup holders Lancashire.
Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri has voiced significant concerns regarding the workload of frontline pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh, suggesting that a grueling year-round schedule is leading to clear signs of mental burnout.
In a significant development for international cricket, Sri Lanka Cricket has officially confirmed its participation in an upcoming ODI tri-series hosted by Pakistan, featuring England. This strategic move aims to bolster preparations for the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup.
In a move that has stirred considerable debate across the cricketing fraternity, the BCCI has opted to relocate the IPL 2026 final and playoffs from Bengaluru, initially slated to host as defending champions, to Ahmedabad, Dharamsala, and New Chandigarh. Amidst the controversy, former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has unequivocally backed the board's decision, offering a candid perspective on the rationale behind the shift.
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has expressed strong disappointment after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) officially moved the IPL 2026 final from Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium to the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Despite earlier reports suggesting Bengaluru was the frontrunner for the title clash, the BCCI has cited operational and logistical hurdles as the reason for the sudden venue change.
The Pakistan Super League 2026 has been marked by intense drama, not just on the pitch but off it, as Usama Mir delivers a stinging rebuke to Mohammad Rizwan following the Rawalpindiz skipper's questionable comments regarding playoff qualification.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru is gearing up to face the Lucknow Super Giants, and despite Jitesh Sharma's poor form, the team management backs him to turn it around.
Following a premature end to Kemar Roach’s stint due to injury, Durham has fast-tracked the arrival of South African quick Duanne Olivier to bolster their bowling attack for the remainder of the County Championship season.
As Bangladesh prepares for their latest Test challenge, head coach Phil Simmons is shifting the focus from past glories to future achievements, while Pakistan's Shaheen Shah Afridi looks to put previous disappointments behind him in pursuit of World Test Championship success.
