Shubman Gill confident India can still qualify for WTC final

India claim their first away series win under Gautam Gambhir but miss a 2-0 sweep after Sonal Dinusha's match-saving century.

The Tamil Nadu Premier League has completed a decade of operation, serving as a pathway for players like Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar to reach the IPL and national team.

Yastika Bhatia takes charge of India A's one-day and multi-day sides against Australia A, with Anushka Sharma leading the T20 team.

Sonal Dinusha scores an unbeaten 133 to secure a draw and prevent an India series whitewash in Colombo.

Former India captain Rahul Dravid will make his debut as a franchise owner when his Dublin Guardians take on Belfast Wolves in an ETPL 2026 match.

Former Indian fast bowler Debashish Mohanty holds one of the most remarkable yet understated careers in Indian cricket history.

Former PCB chairman Ramiz Raja warned that Pakistan cricket is losing supporters ahead of the Lord's Test.

India need four wickets for victory on day five, but rain in Colombo threatens to deny them a series sweep.

Saransh Jain troubled Sri Lankan left-handers after a quiet start to his Test debut, finding his rhythm as the Colombo pitch conditions evolved.

India, Pakistan and other cricket boards have raised concerns over pitch and accommodation standards at the 2026 Asian Games venue in Aichi-Nagoya.

England look to seal the series against Pakistan at Lord's after a dominant innings victory at Headingley.

Bahutule proposed free hits in Tests after Jadeja's 88 no-balls since 2021 highlighted spinner discipline issues.

Jadeja has bowled 88 no-balls since 2021 and now has 22 straight unsuccessful DRS reviews in Tests.

Mitchell Starc has risen to No.1 in the ICC Test bowling rankings for the first time after his 10-wicket haul against Bangladesh.

Will Pucovski has sued his former school Brighton Grammar over alleged failures to follow concussion protocols after a 2014 incident.

Former Mumbai youth player cleared for Australian community cricket while awaiting Indian board response.

Anwer ends her career with 37 T20Is and eight ODIs for Pakistan.

WBBL and BBL squads for 2026-27 are taking shape as Cricket Australia lifts the contract embargo and franchises begin signings.

Eight-team T20 league launches August 26 in Netherlands and Ireland with Indian broadcast coverage.

The Big Bash League is replacing its overseas player draft with a direct-signing system, giving franchises more control over international recruitment.

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has criticised the ICC and BCCI for handing light penalties to Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after separate on-field incidents.

India stay on course for victory in Colombo despite Sonal Dinusha's second century of the series keeping Sri Lanka in contention.

Dinusha century and Sooriyabandara-Mendis stand keep Sri Lanka alive despite India's follow-on enforcement.

Anaya Bangar gained Cricket Australia clearance to play female community cricket, moving closer to potential state and WBBL participation.

The union territory would join other associate members without voting rights if the proposal passes.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board is pushing for a January 2027 slot to host India, with government discussions ongoing.

Dravid said India’s depth gives them a realistic chance despite the uphill battle.

India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj injured his rib-cage while attempting a diving catch during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.

Morne Morkel said Pant’s bruised shoulder will be monitored overnight.

Morne Morkel says Prasidh Krishna has developed into a world-class bowler after Colombo spell.

Sonal Dinusha remained unbeaten on 85 and Pasindu Sooriyabandara scored 80 as Sri Lanka reached 265 for eight.

Pakistan sweat over Babar Azam's injury ahead of the Lord's Test against England.

The hosts trail by 238 runs with two first-innings wickets remaining.

England want Harry Brook to move from reckless to ruthless in the post-Stokes-McCullum era.

Jaiswal defends his response to Fernando confrontation after ICC sanctions.

Smith’s injury leaves South Africa short of an all-round option for the T20I matches.

India won the two-Test series against Sri Lanka 1-0 after the second Test in Colombo ended in a draw.

Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva emphasised the need for runs on the board and 20 wickets ahead of the second Test at SSC Colombo.

Saransh Jain will debut for India at 33 after Kuldeep Yadav was ruled out with illness.

Rain leaves India with limited time to force a victory on the final day.

Leicestershire await an ECB ruling on whether their County Championship win over Glamorgan will cost them points due to the pitch surface at Grace Road.

BCCI broadens junior selectors' duties to cover education on drugs, betting and match-fixing.

Yashasvi Jaiswal responded to criticism by stating that India will fight and reply after the Fernando incident.

Australia will use the Zimbabwe ODIs to prepare for the South Africa series rather than treat them as a standalone target.

Bangladesh climbed to sixth in the ICC Test rankings after losing the second Test to Australia by an innings and 51 runs.

Rishabh Pant is set to resume batting after being struck on the wrist during the Colombo Test.

Rishabh Pant broke multiple Indian records during his 63-run innings in the Colombo Test.

The India opener was dismissed for 36 following a heated exchange with the Sri Lankan bowler.

Dean Elgar announced retirement from professional cricket after the 2026 County Championship season.

Dean Elgar will retire at the end of the 2026 season after scoring more than 5000 Test runs and captaining South Africa 13 times.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi claimed two wickets in four balls for East Zone in the Duleep Trophy after a brief stay with the bat.

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando received 25 percent fines after their Colombo Test clash.

Manav Suthar took 10 for 131 in Galle to become the first spinner with five-wicket hauls in both debut home and away Tests.

Rahul Dravid wants Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to develop his red-ball game to ensure Test cricket continues to attract and retain young talent.

The BCCI has yet to attract buyers for the Indian team's title sponsorship rights priced at Rs 4.75 crore.

India dropped Kuldeep Yadav for the Colombo Test and handed Saransh Jain his debut cap. The change follows workload concerns and the need for 20 wickets in Tests.

East Zone’s dominant victory books their place in the semi-finals at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.

India face a selection choice between Kuldeep Yadav and Saransh Jain for the Colombo Test after the wrist-spinner took one wicket in Galle.

Rahul Dravid said India's road to the WTC final might be tough but refused to write the team off.

Duleep Trophy quarterfinals begin Sunday in Bengaluru featuring Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's red-ball debut and strong squads from recent Ranji champions.

The BCCI continues its bidding process for the title sponsorship of Indian cricket's home season, with no major bids secured yet as the current deal nears its end.

Mitchell Starc's five wickets in 22 balls helped Australia bowl Bangladesh out for 64 on day one of the second Test.

Kagiso Rabada will miss South Africa's tour of Namibia after sustaining a right hamstring injury in training.

Devdutt Padikkal scores 167 while sharing substantial partnership with KL Rahul as India dominate Sri Lanka in Galle.

India's mixed disability team recreated Sourav Ganguly's Lord's celebration after beating England by 118 runs in the deciding T20I.

Former captain Hashan Tillakaratne takes over as Sri Lanka's senior men's batting coach at the National High Performance Centre.

Harry Brook fell for 99 as England reached 366 for 8 on day two against Pakistan at Headingley.

KL Rahul highlighted Manav Suthar's pace and consistency as key factors in India's 165-run win over Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle.

Devdutt Padikkal's 167 and Manav Suthar's ten-wicket haul in Galle reflect India's preference for fast-tracking India A graduates into the Test side.

Manav Suthar claimed 10 wickets as India won the Galle Test by 165 runs.

Sanjay Manjrekar called it a mystery how India's IPL generation has adapted successfully to Test cricket demands.

ICC reverses demerit point on Gaddafi Stadium after appeals panel finds pitch did not show excessive unevenness or spin.

England all-rounder Sam Curran will undergo groin surgery and miss the remainder of the English season, including white-ball matches against Sri Lanka.

Pat Cummins is targeting an ODI return ahead of Australia's three-Test series against South Africa.

Travis Head drops to second in the ICC batting rankings after his Bangladesh series. Jasprit Bumrah stays top of the bowling list.

India set Sri Lanka a 372-run target on day four in Galle with Rishabh Pant reaching 100 Test sixes.

Devdutt Padikkal scored his maiden Test century in Galle, stepping in for injured Sai Sudharsan and stressing the need to seize opportunities when they come.

The PCB shifted the President's Cup to December to give players rest before the international white-ball season.

Yashasvi Jaiswal's banter with Niroshan Dickwella ended with the Sri Lankan edging out in the same over. Jaiswal's three-ball duck highlighted concerns about his Test batting.

Groundstaff are working extended hours to produce playable pitches after five heatwaves and minimal rain this summer.

The current side has won just two of their last 13 Test series.

Manav Suthar's four-wicket haul in Galle alongside Ravindra Jadeja points to India's intent to develop a left-arm spin combination for the post-Jadeja era.

Babar Azam misses the Headingley Test with a right-hand injury; Salman Agha steps in as captain.

Dhruv Jurel exits the Galle Test with an injury sustained while fielding at short leg during Sri Lanka's first innings.

Dhruv Jurel addressed India's strategy and pitch conditions as the Galle Test prepares to resume on day four.

Manav Suthar took 4 for 76 as India bowled Sri Lanka out for 284 to take a 178-run lead in Galle.

Suthar and Jadeja share seven wickets as India take commanding lead despite Dinusha's maiden hundred.

Sri Lanka face a daunting chase of 372 after India claimed four wickets on the fourth evening in Galle.

Chandimal was forced off the field with a shoulder injury earlier in the day, with Sri Lanka Cricket confirming he was taken to the hospital for scans.

India lost four wickets for 70 runs on day two of the first Test in Galle after Rishabh Pant's dismissal triggered a middle-order collapse.

Bangladesh defeated Australia by nine wickets in the first Test at Darwin, securing their first Test victory on Australian soil.

Essex opener faces unenviable task batting at No 3 against a new-ball master like Mohammad Abbas in Pakistan series.

Bangladesh's nine-wicket win in Darwin stems from years of structural investment in red-ball cricket rather than a single upset.

Mitchell Starc and Mehidy Hasan Miraz have settled their day-two dispute from the Darwin Test.

Bangladesh secured their first Test win on Australian soil after years of structural improvements in red-ball cricket.

Charlie Dean will captain England in the Ireland ODIs after Nat Sciver-Brunt was rested for the series.

Padikkal's maiden Test century has created a genuine selection dilemma at number three that extends beyond naming one player.

India posted 460 for nine on day two in Galle, but Sri Lanka's middle order has kept the first Test alive into day three.

Bangladesh's nine-wicket win in Darwin revealed ongoing issues with Australia's batting order that extend beyond a single match.

Australia were found to have fallen foul of an ICC over-rate regulation, with the governing body yet to determine whether sanctions will be imposed.

Kuldeep Yadav was ruled out of the Colombo Test with a viral illness and replaced by debutant Saransh Jain.

Pat Cummins says Australia's nine-wicket defeat in Darwin fits a pattern, not a one-time breakdown — selectors may act before Mackay.

India reached 460 for nine on day two in Galle, but rain and Sri Lanka's fightback on day three have delayed proceedings.

Sunil Gavaskar has called for full transparency from the BCCI regarding IPL transfers.

Mitchell Starc and Mehidy Hasan Miraz have settled their differences after the day-two incident in Darwin.

Pakistan appointed Fatima Sana as captain for both the Women's Asia Cup and Asian Games, while Sri Lanka lost Dewmi Vihanga to injury.

India reached 460 for nine on day two in Galle as Devdutt Padikkal converted his overnight century into 167.

Bangladesh won their first Test in Australia by nine wickets after Mehidy Hasan Miraz's five-wicket haul dismantled the hosts.

KL Rahul retired hurt on 77 with cramps but is expected to bat on day two of the Galle Test.

Padikkal's maiden Test century has created a genuine selection dilemma at number three that extends beyond naming one player.

Private ownership has changed The Hundred's priorities from participation growth to ticket revenue and attendance figures.

Devdutt Padikkal remained unbeaten on 131 after reaching his hundred off 134 balls. KL Rahul retired hurt on 77 but is expected to be available on day two.

Sunil Gavaskar said hamstring injuries show flaws in India's training approach and called for more match-specific preparation.

Niroshan Dickwella returns to the Sri Lanka Test squad after a long absence. Offspinner Keshara Nuwantha earns his first call-up ahead of the series against India in Galle.

Zaheer Khan is being discussed as Agarkar's replacement if Laxman is appointed Director of Cricket instead.

Niroshan Dickwella returns to the Sri Lanka Test squad while offspinner Nuwantha earns his first call-up. India arrive with Devdutt Padikkal in place of the injured Sai Sudharsan for the 600th Test in Galle.

The BCCI office bearers are set to meet selection committee chairman Ajit Agarkar after India's Test series against Sri Lanka to discuss his future, according to a report by The Indian Express.

Shubman Gill said the team management has maintained constant communication with the BCCI Centre of Excellence regarding the fitness of injured players ahead of the Sri Lanka series.

WV Raman said Rishabh Pant must be allowed to bat aggressively in Test cricket rather than being asked to change his approach to a more conventional style.

Tanzid Hasan Tamim scored Bangladesh's first Test century in Australia as the visitors built a 153-run lead after bowling Australia out for 198 on day one.

Shubman Gill highlighted the need for preparation time as India prepare to face Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle on August 15.

Todd Greenberg said Cricket Australia must balance the need for meaningful ODIs against potential revenue loss from removing bilateral series.

Shubman Gill said India maintained constant contact with Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan before ruling them out of the Sri Lanka series.

Ravichandran Ashwin said India should tell Sarfaraz Khan whether he is viewed as a sub-continent specialist so he can plan his career accordingly.

Raman urged selectors to give Pant freedom to play his aggressive brand of cricket rather than asking him to change his approach.

Morkel expects Rahul to guide the batting unit with his prior experience on turning Sri Lankan pitches.

Laxman's expanded role creates a unified technical and selection authority above the current coach and chief selector.

Gill set a clear target of six or seven wins from nine Tests as India begin their push for the WTC 2027 final against Sri Lanka.

Babar Azam took a blow to his right hand and retired hurt on five, leaving Pakistan with questions ahead of next week's Test series.

India reach their 600th Test milestone in Galle on Independence Day, having won 186 of 599 previous matches.

The ACSU imposed the fine and TNPL ban after the player was caught with an undeclared phone inside the restricted area during a match in Dindigul.

Priyansh Arya has struck at 211 in IPL 2026 and says he is unconcerned by competition for India's opening spots.

Rodrigues sustained the injury on August 3 and will miss both the Asia Cup starting later this month and the Asian Games in September.

India play their 600th Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Independence Day. The team sits fifth in the World Test Championship table and needs consistent wins to reach the final.

Gill said Bumrah’s knee injury leaves a gap but gives other bowlers the chance to make their mark in Galle.

Twining takes charge of Renegades while maintaining his Australia assistant coach duties.

The Galle pitch is expected to offer gradual turn rather than sharp spin from day one, prompting India to consider three spinners.

Morne Morkel says India will rely on KL Rahul's experience from the 2017 Sri Lanka tour to navigate conditions in Galle.

Hasan Mahmud's 6-55 dismantles Australia for 198 on day one in Darwin, while Bangladesh reach 96-1 and trail by just 102.

Gary Kirsten backed Gautam Gambhir to deliver another ICC title at the 2027 ODI World Cup based on his previous successes.

CA chief executive Todd Greenberg says pay negotiations with the ACA and privatisation talks with NSW and Queensland remain unresolved.

Farokh Engineer says he has never received the Padma Shri announced for him in 1973 and is still seeking official confirmation 53 years later.

The value is lower than BCCI bilateral rates but still lucrative for Afghanistan.

Murali Kartik has backed Dhruv Jurel to keep his place at No.

Dhananjaya de Silva believes Sri Lanka's experience on turning pitches at Galle gives them an advantage over India.

Mohammed Kaif has asked why top experts are turning down BCCI sports science roles despite the board's resources and the team's injury problems.

Chaminda Vaas has backed Shubman Gill to be India's most important batter in the first Test at Galle.

KL Rahul aims to extend his Test centuries beyond 100 as his conversion rate trails other top openers.

Amit Mishra says Gautam Gambhir deserves more time as India Test coach amid recent struggles.

Sri Lanka recalled Niroshan Dickwella and named uncapped Keshara Nuwantha while India added replacements for multiple injuries.

Sony and Fancode secured the rights deal for the three-match series, with the ACB set to receive around $2 million per match in combined revenue.

Ibrahim Zadran and Sediqullah Atal centuries powered Afghanistan to their highest ODI score and an unassailable 3-0 series lead over Ireland.

Sri Lanka recalled Niroshan Dickwella and named uncapped Keshara Nuwantha while India added Auqib Nabi and Sarfaraz Khan to cover multiple injuries.

Yashasvi Jaiswal must find the right balance between attack and defence on Galle's uncertain pitches where spin threatens from the outset.

Stuart Broad admitted Jadeja's sword celebration irritated him while Buttler called the all-rounder a nightmare to face in home conditions.

Steve Smith said technology saved him after surviving an edge that Snicko did not detect on day one of the first Test against Bangladesh in Darwin.

Hasan Mahmud took a career-best 6 for 55 to lead Bangladesh's attack in Darwin.

ACB proposes moving one India T20I to Ganesh Chaturthi to boost attendance and cultural engagement.

Harry Brook admitted that captaining England leaves him exhausted and that he welcomed returning to The Hundred purely as a batter.

Murali Kartik believes India must start identifying Ravindra Jadeja's successor in the Test side.

Ashwin believes Morgan is the leading candidate to replace Fleming at CSK. He said Dhoni's leadership will be central during the transition period.

Murali Kartik says Kuldeep Yadav requires consistent backing to become India's next spin leader in Tests.

India and Pakistan can only meet in the final or bronze-medal play-off at the Nagoya Asian Games.

The 15-year-old India batter turns attention to red-ball cricket ahead of the Duleep Trophy after a breakout IPL and T20I series.

Murali Kartik has backed Dhruv Jurel to keep his place at No. 6 ahead of Sarfaraz Khan for the Galle Test.

Shubman Gill returned to batting action in India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka XI after missing the first two days with a finger injury.

Afghanistan will host India for a three-match T20I series in New Delhi from September 13 to 17, casting doubt over the proposed Bangladesh tour.

Farveez Maharoof believes Gurnoor Brar could be India's X-factor pacer in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah for the Sri Lanka Test series.

Farveez Maharoof believes Manav Suthar could make his Test debut ahead of Saransh Jain for the first Test against Sri Lanka.

Australia have named their strongest pace attack for the first Test against Bangladesh while confirming Litton Das's availability for the tourists.

Deep Dasgupta has called on Gautam Gambhir to give Rishabh Pant the freedom to play his natural attacking game in the Sri Lanka Test series.

Joburg Super Kings have released Faf du Plessis, the biggest surprise among SA20 retention decisions ahead of the new season.

Root ended the post-Ashes curfew after replacing Stokes as Test captain. The ECB said the move was made to set new team standards ahead of the Pakistan series.

Joe Root has ended England's midnight curfew, giving players freedom to make responsible decisions ahead of the Pakistan Test series.

Rishabh Pant faces growing competition from Dhruv Jurel and Ishan Kishan as his position as India's Test wicketkeeper-batter comes under scrutiny.

Bumrah’s uncertain return timeline has prompted the BCCI to plan for his long-term absence in Tests.

Padikkal’s century removed any doubt over India’s number three selection for Galle.

Dilip highlighted Kohli's consistent intensity and its effect on teammates' standards.

Sarfaraz Khan's India recall continues Chennai Super Kings' record of reviving international careers.

Gill led a targeted session to sharpen defensive technique against reverse swing expected later in Tests.

Sundar's fitness concerns add to India's growing injury list ahead of the Sri Lanka series.

Washington Sundar's chances of joining India's Test squad in Sri Lanka are very slim due to a hamstring injury.

Kapil Dev has urged the BCCI to make senior players participate in domestic multi-day matches to address India's struggles against spin.

Australia field their strongest pace attack while Bangladesh confirm Litton Das availability.

Nabi replaces Bumrah in the Test squad after consistent domestic performances earned him a late call-up.

India's decision to pick Kuldeep Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja and Manav Suthar together signals a deliberate shift toward wrist-spin leadership in home conditions.

Kapil Dev has urged the BCCI to reduce fast-bowling workloads and increase domestic multi-day exposure.

Sudharsan's toe injury forces India to turn to Sarfaraz Khan for the Sri Lanka Test series.

Mohammad Kaif has criticised the BCCI for failing to secure top medical professionals for the Centre of Excellence.

Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Gurnoor Brar gave India positives in the Colombo warm-up. Devdutt Padikkal scored a century to press his Test claims.

Maharoof backs Brar to provide the edge India lack without Bumrah's reverse swing.

Experienced domestic captain leads a South Africa side featuring five uncapped players on the Namibia tour.

Mohammad Kaif backed the choice in his XI for the Galle Test.

Former India batter says the vacant sports science role is affecting team performance amid rising injuries.

Shubman Gill will lead India in Galle after scans ruled out any fracture from two blows to his right hand.

BCCI named Sarfaraz Khan as replacement for injured Sai Sudharsan in India's two-Test series against Sri Lanka starting August 15.

Cricket Australia will test a hybrid ownership model that could open the door to league expansion.

A CoE source said IPL financial pressures push players to play through injuries before they reach the board's facility.

Rahane said Tendulkar expected him to continue but he chose to retire without regrets.

Tendulkar expected Rahane to play longer, but the batter chose to retire without regrets.

Kuldeep Yadav was rested after bowling nearly 20 overs in the warm-up. India are monitoring his fitness ahead of the Galle Test.

Jemimah Rodrigues has been ruled out of The Hundred with a hamstring injury, putting her participation in the Women's T20 Asia Cup in doubt.

The Pakistan Cricket Board hasn't decided whether to publicly announce the list of players receiving central contracts under its new format-based system.

Saikia said the board is open to moving the Duleep Trophy final to a stadium because crowds are barred at the CoE.

Kotak values the match simulation over extended net sessions ahead of the Galle Test.

Zaheer stresses workload planning as injuries mount.

Lee said whether Sooryavanshi is 15 or 18 does not matter because the batter can clearly play at the highest level.

Jay Shah's personal involvement helped complete the BCCI Centre of Excellence within two years after clearing legal and land hurdles.

VVS Laxman clarified that the BCCI Centre of Excellence focuses on performance standards rather than rehabilitation during Sunday's media interaction.

Dhami directed officials to help Pant acquire land after the India wicketkeeper appealed for assistance.

Babar Azam could not reach three figures as Pakistan lost early ground in the second Test.

The BCCI will wait for government clearance before agreeing to resume bilateral cricket with Bangladesh.

Garry Sobers represented Norton in league cricket when county opportunities were limited for overseas players.

Gill and Jaiswal returned to form while bowlers sharpened their skills in the final warm-up before Galle.

Sanat Sangwan’s exclusion despite 828 Ranji runs raises questions about North Zone’s selection priorities.

Laxman rejected blame on the CoE and stressed its role in monitoring players beyond injury recovery.

Australia will decide on their players' IPL 2027 participation after their five-Test tour of India, according to head coach Andrew McDonald.

Ajinkya Rahane revealed that MS Dhoni maintained a strict rule that no one could enter his hotel room when the door was closed.

Sai Sudharsan is out of the Sri Lanka Test series with a toe stress fracture. Devdutt Padikkal scored 142 in the warm-up and's now the leading candidate for No.3.

Padikkal has used the warm-up to press his claim for a Test return after more than 600 days out.

Ravindra Jadeja batted at number four in India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka XI while Shubman Gill remained absent on day two.

Monica Wright criticised CA for not acting and called for Gardner to lose the vice-captaincy over the alleged affair.

Pathan said the story was fabricated using a photoshopped image and gained over a million views before being exposed.

Shaik Rasheed and Sarfaraz Khan are the frontrunners to replace injured Sai Sudharsan in India's Test squad for Sri Lanka.

Devdutt Padikkal signals flexibility in batting position after earning Player of the Series honours against Sri Lanka.

Hamza Nazar was banned for two years and fined PKR 1 million after the PCB found he submitted misleading information during his visa application.

Flintoff left the England Lions role immediately after deciding his Big Bash League commitments and other work would prevent full dedication to the position.

Chahal's four-wicket haul ended a spell in which he had taken only six wickets in four previous matches.

Sri Lanka Cricket announced free entry for the two-Test series against India to boost attendance at the matches.

Shubman Gill will miss day one of the warm-up match after injuring his right ring finger in practice.

Sarfaraz Khan’s verbal pressure from short leg helped India break Sri Lanka’s middle order on day three in Colombo.

John Turner ends his career after a stress fracture and recurring injuries cut short his progress.

Ashwin said MI should demand Harshit Rana and Rinku Singh from KKR, arguing that only such a package would strengthen the five-time champions in any trade.

Hamza Nazar received a two-year ban after the PCB inquiry found he submitted misleading information in a visa application.

Ashwin believes Hardik Pandya's trade options are limited to CSK or KKR, with MI needing specific returns to strengthen their squad.

Matt Kelly ends his career after a decade with Western Australia and the Perth Scorchers.

India's spinners struck back in the final session to restrict Sri Lanka XI to 363 for 8 on the opening day of their three-day warm-up match.

Nirankar Sharma impressed with three for 21 on his TNPL debut for Dindigul Dragons despite the absence of key spinners Ashwin and Varun Chakravarthy.

India's batting preparations for the Sri Lanka Tests have focused on using sweep shots and footwork against spin after recent failures on turning pitches at home.

Sam Curran may earn a Test recall for England's third match against Pakistan if fitness allows.

Hazlewood said the Darwin pitch and Bangladesh's approach in Australian conditions remain unknowns for the series.

Pope, Lawrence and Cook return as England name a 16-man squad for the opening two Tests against Pakistan under Joe Root's captaincy.

Rodrigues leads Indian performers in The Hundred with consistent batting and fielding contributions for Southern Brave.

Bethell's knee injury rules him out of the Pakistan series, with Cox, Pope and Carse recalled to the 16-man squad.

Harshit Rana was flagged as overweight by four kilograms after returning from England, while Mohammed Siraj was caught off guard by revised fitness benchmarks upon arriving at the CoE before India's tour of Sri Lanka.

Neser suffers calf strain in training and will miss the Bangladesh Tests but remains hopeful of selection for South Africa tour.

BCCI introduces uniform fitness benchmarks after injury concerns and inconsistent testing standards during England tour.

Hazlewood said the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh presents a refreshing challenge with many unknowns about conditions and opposition.

Fleming has approached Hussey about becoming England's Test batting coach after their 15-year association at CSK.

Rahane said Kohli and Shastri transformed India's overseas mindset after Dhoni.

Rahane recalled how Kohli's aggressive nature complemented his calm approach during their 67 Tests together where they shared 3,661 runs.

Uthappa and Kaif said Sooryavanshi needs careful handling and an earlier debut opportunity to avoid the fate of earlier prodigies.

Uthappa said Sooryavanshi could surpass Tendulkar's white-ball impact if managed well.

Mitchell Marsh joined Sunrisers Eastern Cape while Sam Curran moved to Durban Super Giants ahead of the October 7 SA20 auction. Nineteen slots remain to be filled across four franchises.

Morkel will bowl at 140-150 kmph for contestants to attempt catches on the stunt show.

Pakistan restricted Sri Lanka to 113 before chasing the target with ten balls remaining.

Rohit Sharma's Lord's century has exposed a structural flaw in India's selection leadership where Agarkar lacks authority to enforce succession planning against star power.

The series begins August 5 and risks drawing ECB criticism amid ongoing governance concerns.

Rohit Sharma's Lord's 138 has increased pressure on the chief selector whose tenure extension ends soon.

BCCI acknowledged the contributions of both coaches who departed after successful white-ball campaigns.

India begin their Sri Lanka tour without Bumrah, with Nabi earning a first call-up and Ghosh taking over as fielding coach.

PCB drops two departmental sides for failing to meet new domestic regulations introduced in June.

India's two-Test series in Sri Lanka will test whether their batting order can still negotiate spin with the authority that once defined their approach.

Sai Sudharsan remains in Bengaluru continuing rehabilitation while India awaits clearance for him to join the Sri Lanka Test squad.

Chopra said a 2-0 series loss to Sri Lanka would leave India at 39 percentage points and Sri Lanka at 61.

Ben Stokes argues that cricket's relationship with alcohol extends beyond England and has not kept pace with the game's professional standards.

Nabi's selection rewards recent domestic form while Shami's exclusion continues despite strong numbers across formats.

Nabi becomes the first cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir to be selected in India's Test squad.

Gavaskar compared Rahane's leadership record to Dravid's and said Indian cricket rarely credits captains when the team wins.

India picked Auqib Nabi to replace injured Jasprit Bumrah in the Sri Lanka Test squad while Mohammed Shami stayed overlooked despite strong domestic form.

Tanush Kotian, Harsh Dubey, and Vipraj Nigam join India's Sri Lanka Test squad as net bowlers for development experience.

Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi replaces Jasprit Bumrah in India's Test squad for the Sri Lanka series after the India captain was ruled out with a knee injury.

The BCCI will review physiotherapist Kamlesh Jain's role after the Sri Lanka Tests amid ongoing injury concerns in the Indian team.

Claire Taylor reflected on the professionalisation of women's cricket and her own sacrifices during England's 2009 World Cup triumphs.

Former England captain Alastair Cook supports Joe Root as interim Test captain until the 2027 home Ashes.

India have named a largely unchanged squad for the Asia Cup 2026, again leaving out Yastika Bhatia while retaining faith in 18-year-old G Kamalini.

Gambhir flags WTC pressure ahead of Sri Lanka Tests; India begin August 15.

Ashwin predicts Samson and Sooryavanshi will miss 2027 ODI World Cup; includes Bhuvneshwar Kumar instead.

Joe Root said he feels ready for a second stint as England Test captain, citing a different mindset and support from Brendon McCullum.

Selectors urged to communicate selection decisions with overlooked pacer as India begins 2027 World Cup planning.

BCCI awaits government nod for possible India tour of Bangladesh in early September.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar claimed Player of the Match after leading Lucknow Falcons to a six-wicket victory over defending champions Kashi Rudras.

Rahane retires after 85 Tests and three wins as stand-in captain in Australia; BCCI grants top pension bracket.

Bumrah passes fitness test and will play both Tests; warm-up match shortened before Sri Lanka tour.

Josh Hazlewood returns from a 13-month injury layoff to lead Australia's pace attack against Bangladesh, seeking series wins in India and England before retirement.

Michael Vaughan believes the England Test captaincy will benefit Joe Root after his re-appointment.

Ajinkya Rahane has retired from international, IPL and domestic cricket after 85 Tests and 8,414 runs.

BCB president Tamim Iqbal says Bangladesh is safe for India's proposed September white-ball tour, which awaits government approval.

The Hundred 2026 adds combined men's and women's trophy, new ownership stakes and refreshed team branding as the ECB seeks greater commercial returns.

County Championship keeps its 14-match format after counties reject ECB's 13-game proposal. Vitality Blast reduces group stage to 12 matches.

Suresh Raina highlights fielding culture and senior player influence that shaped India's standards during his career.

Mehidy Hasan steps down to focus on regaining form.

England captain has hinted at missing the Ireland ODIs next month to continue rehab for her calf issue that has forced her to play as a specialist batter.

AB de Villiers expressed surprise at Rishabh Pant's selection for India's Sri Lanka Test series, citing concerns over confidence and fitness.

Langer denies direct approach from ECB while Fleming prepares to take over England Test team.

Ishan Kishan insists he genuinely enjoys Test cricket, backing up the claim with a dominant Duleep Trophy performance captaining East Zone.

Saransh Jain's call-up raises questions about long-term selection policy.

Warwickshire recruit India ODI batter Pratika Rawal from mid-August; she will bolster top order for One-Day Cup and Championship push.

Ex-opener slams India vice-captain for slow scoring and weakness against pace. Criticism follows Lord's ODI performance.

Bumrah and Sudharsan named in Sri Lanka Test squad but must pass fitness tests. Sundar ruled out after England tour injury.

Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan's availability remains subject to fitness clearance ahead of the Sri Lanka Tests.

West Indies and Pakistan share 14 wickets on opening day of first Test at Tarouba. Greaves and Abbas dominate in seamer-friendly conditions.

Jadeja returns as Sundar stays unavailable for Galle opener.

Bangladesh Cricket Board plans to split red-ball and white-ball captaincy roles due to transition and injury issues.

Morne Morkel backs Prasidh Krishna's hard-length approach after the pacer faced criticism during the Colombo Test.

BCCI schedules August review of India's white-ball results and staff contracts after mixed tour outcomes.

Nahid Rana, Shoriful Islam and Litton Das will miss Bangladesh's first Test against Australia.

Yorkshire recruit England seamer Em Arlott on a three-year deal from Warwickshire.

Mayank Yadav took 2/18 and earned Player of the Match honours in India's comfortable seven-wicket win.

ECB confirms packed 2027 home summer with concurrent men's and women's Ashes plus Pakistan, Bangladesh and New Zealand visits.

Former Bangladesh captain Khaled Mahmud has returned to the BCB as consultant for age-group cricket development.

Bangladesh took the T20I series 2-1 with a last-over win in the decider while Sikandar Raza reached a milestone.

The BCCI has ruled out any immediate retirement for Rohit Sharma. The clarification came despite speculation before the third ODI against England at Lord's.

The ECB is searching for a successor to Brendon McCullum ahead of the Pakistan Test series. Andy Flower is among the candidates.

Newly appointed BCB coach educator Naved Nawaz wants Bangladesh to build its own biomechanics lab to fix technical issues and cut injuries among fast bowlers.