NZC CEO David Allott credited Indian tours with providing essential funding stability for New Zealand Cricket's operations and development programmes.
New Zealand Cricket chief executive David Allott stated that tours by India contribute significantly to the board's financial planning and revenue cycles. The former New Zealand pacer highlighted the BCCI's role in sustaining smaller boards' operations.
Allott made the comments while discussing NZC's financial strategy and upcoming domestic competitions. The board relies on bilateral series with major cricket nations to maintain its development programmes and player contracts.
NZC plans to launch a new domestic T20 competition called NZ20 as part of its efforts to grow the game locally. The financial stability provided by Indian tours allows the board to invest in grassroots cricket and infrastructure development across the country.
Gavaskar wants the BCCI to draw on the expertise of former players to fix Indian cricket.
Sunil Gavaskar called on the BCCI to draw on the expertise of Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and Ravi Shastri to address challenges in Indian cricket. He suggested expanding the Cricket Advisory Committee to include more former players.
Gavaskar cited East Zone's defensive approach in the Duleep Trophy final as an example of the defensive mindset that contributes to India's struggles in Test cricket. He questioned how teams can learn to chase targets if domestic sides avoid setting them.
The former India captain argued that involving icons like Tendulkar would elevate the credibility of discussions on both domestic and international cricket scheduling.
Sunil Gavaskar has called for fines on bowlers and coaches to curb India's no-ball problems after the team's recent Test series against Sri Lanka.
Sunil Gavaskar has proposed fines for bowlers and coaches to tackle India's ongoing no-ball problems. The former India captain made the suggestion following India's recent Test series against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
India won the first Test by 165 runs and drew the second to claim the series 1-0. However, the team struggled with no-ball counts throughout the two-match series, prompting Gavaskar's comments on the issue.
Gavaskar said the current system lacks accountability for repeated no-ball offences. He suggested financial penalties as a deterrent for both players and support staff responsible for monitoring such errors.
Sunil Gavaskar suggested fines for bowlers who bowl no-balls in Tests rather than introducing free-hits.
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar rejected the idea of a free-hit for no-balls in Tests, instead suggesting fines for bowlers who overstep. Since 2021, Ravindra Jadeja has bowled more than 85 no-balls in Tests.
Gavaskar made the comments after Jadeja's repeated no-ball mistakes during the Test series against Sri Lanka. The Saurashtra all-rounder was at the receiving end of criticism for bowling multiple no-balls in recent matches.
Gavaskar called for harsher punishment for bowlers who continue to make the same mistakes. He suggested that financial penalties would be more effective than the free-hit rule that applies in limited-overs cricket.
Australia great Steve Waugh has raised doubts about whether Rohit Sharma will make the 2027 ODI World Cup squad, citing questions over commitment and preparation at age 40. Not only form but fitness will also be a massive factor if Rohit Sharma is to feature in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Waugh questioned whether the India captain is fully committed to the longer format at this stage of his career. The concerns come as Rohit prepares for what could be his last full IPL season at age 38.
Rohit Sharma turns 39 in April 2026. His recent performances in the IPL will be closely watched as selectors assess his readiness for the 2027 World Cup campaign.
Former India A batter scored 113 against India's full Test attack including Kumble, Zaheer, Harbhajan and Pathan.
The former India A batter made 113 for India A against a full India attack that included Kumble, Zaheer, Harbhajan and Pathan. The innings arrived when he was already in the frame for Test selection alongside established names.
He had put together 1,245 runs in one season and had shared stands with MS Dhoni for India A. Later he stepped into the batting order in place of Sachin Tendulkar, yet Gautam Gambhir took the Test spot ahead of him.
Domestic runs alone, even against that standard of attack, weren't enough to carry him through.
Dan Lawrence's unbeaten 50 helped England reach 177 for 7 on a rain-affected third day, extending their lead to 357 runs against Pakistan at Lord's.
Dan Lawrence scored an unbeaten 50 off 66 balls as England closed on 177 for 7 in their second innings on day three of the second Test at Lord's. The hosts lead Pakistan by 357 runs with one day remaining.
Rain interrupted play throughout the day and restricted England's batting time. Lawrence batted through the disruptions to anchor the innings and extend the lead.
England need one more day to complete victory and take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Pakistan will need to bat out the final day to avoid defeat.
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.
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.
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.
Sunil Narine scored 55 and took two wickets as TKR ended three-match losing streak.
Sunil Narine scored 55 runs and claimed two wickets to help Trinbago Knight Riders secure a win in the Caribbean Premier League. The all-round performance ended TKR's three-match losing streak in the 2026 tournament.
Narine reached his half-century for the first time in more than two years, batting through the middle overs before contributing with the ball. His figures included one wicket against Saint Lucia Kings, taking him to 650 T20 career wickets.
The result provides TKR with momentum heading into the latter stages of the CPL season. Narine's dual contribution addressed both batting and bowling concerns that had contributed to their recent defeats.
Jofra Archer bowled the fastest opening spell of his Test career as England produced a relentless bowling display on day two of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord's. Archer took three wickets and bowled at an average speed of 90.7mph as Pakistan were bowled out for 110 in their first innings. Ollie Robinson finished with four for 11.
England reached 290 in their first innings and then added 81 for three in their second innings to lead by 261 runs. Archer said England's four-man pace attack could help him play Test cricket until the age of 40. The 31-year-old shared the attack with Robinson, Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson.
The pace quartet represented the first time Archer has lined up alongside Robinson, Tongue and Atkinson in the same England side during this three-Test series against Pakistan.
Former selector Mohammad Wasim alleged that Imam-ul-Haq has previously faked injuries after the batter suffered a calf strain at Lord's.
Former Pakistan chief selector Mohammad Wasim claimed that batter Imam-ul-Haq has a history of faking injuries. Wasim cited an alleged incident during the December 2022 Test in Multan. Imam sustained a calf injury while fielding in the Lord's Test against England, and scans confirmed a low-grade strain.
The injury ruled Imam out of Pakistan's batting lineup for the remainder of the match. Pakistan's batting struggled throughout the series as England's pace attack dominated. The allegations have raised questions about injury verification processes within the Pakistan setup.
Wasim's comments have drawn attention to recurring patterns in Imam's injury record.
Suryakumar Yadav said he found his removal as T20I captain difficult to comprehend after leading India to the 2026 World Cup title.
Suryakumar Yadav still can't quite figure out why the BCCI dropped him after he lifted the 2026 T20 World Cup. The selectors simply told him it was time to move on. Shreyas Iyer stepped in for the tours that followed in Ireland and England.
He admits the call was hard to swallow and even wondered whether he should keep playing. But he's still training hard and says he's available whenever they want him back. The selectors have the final say on that.
Suryakumar also led India to the Asia Cup during his stint as captain.
Devdutt Padikkal's consistent performances at number three have earned him a temporary hold on India's Test batting order ahead of the New Zealand tour.
Devdutt Padikkal scored consistently at number three during India's 1-0 Test series win against Sri Lanka, earning player-of-the-series honours. Ajinkya Rahane stated that Padikkal had done enough to temporarily secure the position ahead of the New Zealand tour. The left-hander showed assurance in both innings across the two Tests.
India's spin resources remain thin after the series, with Manav Suthar emerging as a potential long-term option to replace Ravindra Jadeja. Padikkal's fielding efforts left visible marks on his back after standing for over 240 overs in testing conditions. The team management views his batting as the primary gain from the Sri Lanka tour.
New Zealand's conditions will present a different challenge, with seam movement and bounce likely to test Padikkal's technique more rigorously than the subcontinent surfaces.
Pakistan coach Sarfaraz Ahmed said players did not know about a reported PCB threat to end the Lord's Test over a Sky interview with Imran Khan's sons.
Pakistan head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed said he and his players were unaware of a reported PCB threat to withdraw from the Lord's Test over a Sky Sports interview. The interview featured Imran Khan's sons discussing their father's situation. Sarfaraz stated the team learned of the controversy during lunch on the first day.
Pakistan players returned to the field after lunch and the Test continued without interruption. England ended the second day in a strong position. The PCB lodged a formal complaint with Sky Sports after the 18-minute interview conducted by former England captain Mike Atherton.
Pakistan-born Australia opener Usman Khawaja described the PCB's complaint as a joke.
Sonal Dinusha scored 420 runs including three centuries as Sri Lanka drew the second Test to deny India a series sweep.
Sonal Dinusha scored 420 runs across the two-Test series against India, including an unbeaten 133 in the second Test at Colombo that secured a draw. The left-hander hit 173 runs from sweep shots alone as Sri Lanka's middle order frustrated India's spinners.
Dinusha scored three centuries in the series, with his final unbeaten innings coming after India enforced the follow-on. Sri Lanka reached 429 for nine in their second innings to deny India a 2-0 series sweep.
The 23-year-old's performances came after he once struggled to afford basic cricket equipment. His rise from modest beginnings to series-defining contributions marked a significant achievement in Sri Lankan cricket.
Anaya Bangar urged critics to educate themselves on transgender inclusion in sports as she seeks a pathway back into competitive women's cricket.
Anaya Bangar pushed back after South Africa all-rounder Marizanne Kapp questioned her return to the sport. She said critics need to learn the policies that govern transgender participation in women's cricket.
Bangar had gender-affirming surgery and now wants to play again at the elite level. Cricket Australia has cleared her under its current rules, but she must still prove herself at community level before any shot at the Women's Big Bash League. Her path is clear on paper: meet the policy requirements, post results at the lower grades, and stay eligible.
