Central Zone face East Zone while South Zone play North Zone in the Duleep Trophy semi-finals starting August 30 in Bengaluru.
Central Zone will face East Zone in the first semi-final of the Duleep Trophy at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 1 in Bengaluru on Sunday.
South Zone will play North Zone at Ground 2 on the same day. Both matches are scheduled to begin on August 30 as the tournament enters its knockout stage.
India's top centrally-contracted cricketers reported at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru on Saturday for fitness tests ahead of the fresh home season. Three fast bowlers are expected to play key roles on the surfaces at the venue.
Yash Dhull is likely to miss North Zone's Duleep Trophy semi-final against South Zone due to a suspected grade two hamstring injury. The North Zone top-order batter sustained the injury ahead of the match at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground in Bengaluru.
Former India Under-19 captain Uday Saharan could replace Dhull in the batting order. Sanat Sangwan is likely to open alongside Qamran Iqbal if Dhull is ruled out.
The semi-final begins on Sunday, leaving limited time for North Zone to finalise their playing eleven.
The 39-year-old Sarfaraz, who last played for Pakistan in December 2023, said at the end of second day's play that he was not aware of any such developments.
Sarfaraz Ahmed said he was not aware of any PCB calls to boycott England's tour of Pakistan. The 39-year-old, who last played for Pakistan in December 2023, made the statement at the end of the second day's play.
Sarfaraz spoke after the interview given by Imran Khan's sons triggered discussion about potential tour disruptions. He confirmed he had not been briefed on any such developments by the board.
The former captain's comments came amid speculation about the future of bilateral cricket between England and Pakistan.
Ajinkya Rahane says Manav Suthar can bowl well in any condition after Sri Lanka series.
Ajinkya Rahane said Manav Suthar can bowl effectively regardless of pitch conditions after the spinner's performance in India's Test series against Sri Lanka. The former India captain highlighted the youngster's deceptive pace and quick learning.
Suthar took 23 wickets in his first three Test matches. Rahane noted that the spinner adapts his lengths and variations without relying on extreme spin or bounce.
Selectors are monitoring Suthar as a potential long-term option in home conditions where spin plays a larger role. His early consistency has placed him ahead of several established domestic spinners.
Suryakumar Yadav admitted he let 20 or 25 ODIs slip past without making the format his own and takes the blame for his limited success.
Suryakumar Yadav admitted he did not put in enough effort to succeed in ODI cricket and takes the blame for his limited success in the format. He scored 773 runs in 35 innings at an average of 25.76 and a strike rate just over 105, with four fifties and a best of 72 not out.
After the 2023 World Cup final, he said, he simply didn't do the work. By the time he looked up, his place had gone. The T20I captaincy followed, then the dip in form, then the axe.
He had been mapping out the next two years when the call came. For a moment he wondered whether to keep going at all. Someone told him to stay, so he stayed.
Ollie Robinson has the best bowling average in Test cricket among bowlers with at least 20 Tests, surpassing Jasprit Bumrah's mark. Robinson's career average of 19.53 from 23 Tests and 99 wickets is now the finest in over a century.
Robinson reached the milestone during England's second Test against Pakistan at Lord's, where his four-wicket spell in the second innings helped bowl Pakistan out for 194. The performance gave England a 194-run victory and a 2-0 series lead.
The achievement comes as England prepare for a home Ashes series against Australia with a settled four-man seam attack.
R Ashwin rated Jasprit Bumrah above Virat Kohli when comparing India's premier fast bowler with the former captain. The spinner eventually selected Sachin Tendulkar over Kapil Dev as his all-time best Indian cricketer. Ashwin's comments come as Bumrah continues to lead India's pace attack without other frontline options.
In Bumrah's absence, the Indian pace attack delivered a promising performance during the Sri Lanka Test series win. The bowlers maintained pressure despite difficult conditions and opposition tactics. The series victory showed the depth in India's fast bowling resources.
Ashwin's assessment places current players in historical context while acknowledging their contributions to the team's success. The comments come as the BCCI considers sending a B team to the Asian Games cricket tournament due to dissatisfaction with facilities.
Indian cricket team star Dhruv Jurel took the bail flip to the next level as India failed to bowl Sri Lanka out on Day 5 of the second Test match in Colombo on Thursday.
Dhruv Jurel flipped the bail after Sri Lanka reached 429 for nine on the final day in Colombo. India couldn't finish them off, so the second Test finished a draw and the series closed 1-0.
The 23-year-old keeper had already drawn praise from former India players for the way he batted through the two matches. The draw stopped India from wrapping the series 2-0.
Dean Elgar scored his 56th first-class century for Essex two days after announcing his retirement at the end of the season.
Former South Africa captain Dean Elgar struck his 56th first-class hundred for Essex against Surrey on August 28, 2026. The innings came just two days after Elgar confirmed he would retire at the end of the season.
Elgar has been playing county cricket for Essex since the 2024 season. His 56th first-class century adds to a career that includes 74 Test matches for South Africa.
Elgar will continue to play for Essex until the end of the current English domestic season.
Carse took two early wickets for Durham on his first outing since being dropped by England following a nightclub incident.
Brydon Carse claimed two wickets in his first over on return to Durham duty in the County Championship on Thursday. The seamer, dropped from England's Test squad following a nightclub incident, struck early against Gloucestershire. Durham's coach Ryan Campbell confirmed the county would continue selecting Carse unless directed otherwise.
Carse's performance came as Michael Vaughan criticised England's culture and attitude after the bowler's omission. England face Pakistan in the second Test at Lord's, where the absence of seam options has been noted by observers.
The 29-year-old had been expected to feature for England before the incident removed him from consideration. His county return provides immediate evidence of his form and fitness.
England reached stumps on day two with a 261-run lead after Pakistan were bowled out for 110 at Lord's.
England extended their lead to 261 runs after Pakistan were dismissed for 110 on day two of the second Test at Lord's. The hosts' seam attack completed the collapse before the England openers added to the advantage by stumps.
Emilio Gay remained not out on 30 as England built on their first innings total. Pakistan's second innings began poorly with the loss of an early wicket to a brilliant diving catch by wicketkeeper Muhammad Rizwan.
England require one more victory to secure their first home Test series win in two years. Their position at stumps on day two leaves Pakistan facing a steep task to avoid defeat.
Neeraj Chopra will miss the remainder of the 2026 season, including the Asian Games, after tearing ankle ligaments in training.
Neeraj Chopra tore ankle ligaments in training and won't compete again in 2026. The injury rules him out of the Asian Games and Diamond League Final. Medical staff say the tear needs long rehab, though no return date has been set.
This season was meant to build on his Olympic and world titles. Instead, India's top javelin thrower sits out two major events where he would have been the strongest individual medal hope.
The athletics federation now has to recalibrate targets for both competitions without its most consistent performer.
India fast bowler joins North Zone squad ahead of Duleep Trophy semi-final against South Zone.
Punjab and India fast bowler Gurnoor Brar has been added to the North Zone squad for their Duleep Trophy semi-final against South Zone. The match begins on Sunday at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
Brar was part of the Indian squad for the two-Test series against Sri Lanka but did not feature in either match. His inclusion provides North Zone with additional pace options for the semi-final.
The 23-year-old joins a North Zone side preparing for a crucial match that could determine their progression to the Duleep Trophy final. The semi-final represents his latest opportunity to press his case for higher-level selection.
Joe Root matched Virat Kohli's World Test Championship captaincy win tally with England's 194-run victory over Pakistan at Lord's.
Joe Root drew level with Virat Kohli on a significant World Test Championship captaincy landmark after England completed a 194-run victory over Pakistan at Lord's. Root secured his 14th win as England's WTC captain in his 35th match in charge.
The result marks England's first Test series win since December 2024 and gives Root's side a 2-0 lead with one match remaining. Kohli achieved the same number of WTC victories during his tenure as India's captain.
Root reached the milestone as England dominated proceedings with both bat and ball throughout the match. The victory sets up an opportunity for Root to move ahead of Kohli if England win the final Test of the series.
Pooja Vastrakar, Kiran Navgire, Shikha Pandey and Yastika Bhatia will feature in the Women's Caribbean Premier League 2026.
Pooja Vastrakar, Kiran Navgire, Shikha Pandey and Yastika Bhatia have been confirmed for the Women's Caribbean Premier League 2026 season. The Indian players will feature in the T20 competition alongside international and regional talent.
The WCPL provides an opportunity for the Indian quartet to gain match practice in Caribbean conditions ahead of upcoming international commitments. Their participation follows strong domestic and international performances.
The league continues to attract established international players seeking competitive T20 cricket outside national team windows. The Indian players' involvement adds depth to an already competitive tournament.
India's fifth-place WTC standing makes their upcoming series against New Zealand crucial for final qualification hopes.
India remain fifth in the World Test Championship standings after the drawn second Test against Sri Lanka reduced their points percentage. The team now faces a more difficult path to WTC final qualification with seven matches remaining.
Questions persist about India's batting against seam bowling and their bowling combination ahead of the New Zealand series. The drawn Test exposed vulnerabilities that could prove costly against stronger opposition.
India's position in the standings means they must win the majority of their remaining fixtures to reach the final. The New Zealand series in November represents a critical juncture in their campaign.
Chahar's six-wicket haul and Sai Kishore's dismissal of Ben Stokes highlighted Indian spinners' impact in County Championship matches on Thursday.
Rahul Chahar claimed six wickets for 80 runs for Surrey against Essex in the County Championship on Thursday. The leg-spinner's figures came on day two of the Division One match as Surrey looked to press their advantage.
R Sai Kishore produced a standout moment for Gloucestershire by clean-bowling England captain Ben Stokes with an unplayable delivery. The left-arm spinner had been dismissed for a duck by Stokes earlier in the match, completing a reversal of fortunes.
Both Indian spinners are using county cricket to maintain match fitness and form during the English summer. Their performances provide evidence of their red-ball capabilities ahead of potential India selection.
Yadav reveals his frustration with Kuldeep's dropped catch and Samson's response to being dropped.
Suryakumar Yadav recalled how Kuldeep Yadav's casual effort while attempting a catch at long-on left him frustrated during the T20 World Cup match against Pakistan. Yadav also revealed that Sanju Samson told him to prepare as if he were still part of the squad after being dropped from the playing XI. Samson's commitment gave the team confidence during the tournament and later contributed to his recognition as Player of the Tournament. Being removed as captain came as a shock to Yadav after he led India to T20 World Cup and Asia Cup victories. He said the selectors informed him it was time for the team to move forward.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the stand-in skipper for East Zone after Ishan Kishan suffered a finger injury in the Duleep Trophy semifinal against Central Zone. The 15-year-old was named vice-captain before stepping up.
Sooryavanshi had already broken the record for the youngest Duleep Trophy fifty-scorer during the match. He reached fifty off 42 balls before being dismissed for 92.
Selectors are monitoring his leadership skills alongside his batting ability. East Zone were bowled out for 266 on day two.
On August 29, 1882, Australia beat England by seven runs at The Oval and ended a 20-year unbeaten home record. The next day The Sporting Times ran a mock obituary that declared English cricket dead and said the ashes would be taken to Australia.
That line stuck. It became the permanent name for the Test series between the two sides, and the teams have now played 73 Ashes contests. England lead 32-30.
