Insight

Babar Azam fails to end Test century drought as West Indies fight back

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

VVS Laxman says CoE is not just a rehab centre amid injury concerns

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

West Indies miss direct 2027 World Cup qualification after Afghanistan win

Devdutt Padikkal secures No. 3 spot after 142 in warm-up match

Devdutt Padikkal's century in the practice match has locked him into the middle order for the Sri Lanka Tests.

Jadeja bats at No.4 as Gill remains absent in warm-up

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

Shakib Al Hasan says he will face court trials if security is ensured

Shakib Al Hasan said he will face court trials in Bangladesh if the government ensures his security, but ruled out a return to the national team.

Sunrisers Leeds move closer to Hundred qualification with win over Welsh Fire

Devdutt Padikkal ready to bat anywhere after Player of the Series award

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

Sarfaraz Khan’s sledging rattles Sri Lanka batters

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

Sachin Tendulkar retains Rs 1,189 crore brand value, says Rahane

Tendulkar's brand value stays at Rs 1,189 crore while Rahane calls him India's greatest cricketer.

Sri Lanka recall Dickwella for India Test after Nissanka and Kusal Mendis ruled out

Nissanka and Athapaththu headlined Sri Lanka's annual awards night for their performances across formats.

Matthew Renshaw replaces Jake Weatherald as Australia opener for second Test

Mumbai Indians might not trade Hardik Pandya at all

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.

Matt Kelly announces retirement from professional cricket

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

Jordan Cox reflects on missed centuries as England lead Pakistan

Jordan Cox's 73 on debut helped England secure a commanding first-innings lead against Pakistan at Headingley.

Jemimah Rodrigues tops Indian returns in the Hundred group stage

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

Michael Neser ruled out of Bangladesh Tests with calf strain

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

Islamabad High Court stays PIC order on PCB audit disclosure

Islamabad High Court suspends Pakistan Information Commission order requiring PCB to disclose financial records until September 22.

Robin Uthappa and Mohammad Kaif warn on Sooryavanshi management

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

The Hundred knockout race intensifies with two rounds remaining

'If I hadn't made the decision that I made four weeks ago, Baz would still be coach' — Ben Stokes

Stokes said his retirement directly caused McCullum's sacking and revealed he is working towards coaching qualifications with England as a long-term goal.

Selectors want Rohit Sharma out of 2027 World Cup plans: Report

Dainik Jagran reports selectors felt undermined by BCCI's public support for Rohit after his Lord's century.

BCB ends Sharfuddoula contract after April 2026

BCCI backing vs selectors' plans: Rohit Sharma's future at stake

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