Somerset beat Glamorgan by an innings and 64 runs to go top of the County Championship Division One table.
Somerset moved to the top of the County Championship Division One table with an innings and 64-run victory over Glamorgan. The win strengthened their position in the title race with three rounds remaining.
Surrey stayed in touch with a one-wicket win over Yorkshire at The Oval. Middlesex also secured a three-day victory over Lancashire after bowling them out for 136 on day three.
Somerset face Warwickshire in their next match. The top two teams will be promoted to Division One next season under the new structure.
Darren Shanaka scored the fastest century in Caribbean Premier League history as St Kitts and Nevis Patriots posted 235 against St Lucia Kings. The innings set up a 137-run victory.
St Lucia Kings collapsed to 98 all out in reply. Jeremiah Louis took a maiden T20 five-wicket haul to finish the innings.
The result strengthens Patriots' position in the CPL standings with several matches still to play.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia says the board wants Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to build a career like Sachin Tendulkar. The board is monitoring his development to avoid burnout.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the board wants Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and other emerging prospects to build long and successful careers like Sachin Tendulkar. The comments came during a review meeting in Mumbai attended by head coach Gambhir, captains Iyer and Gill, president Mithun Manhas, and COE chief VVS Laxman.
The board is closely monitoring the 15-year-old to prevent premature burnout. Sooryavanshi became the youngest male cricketer to represent India during the T20I series in England in July.
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth said even his wife watched the Duleep Trophy because of Sooryavanshi. He backed the youngster to rule world cricket.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia says the board wants Sooryavanshi to build a career like Tendulkar.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia outlined a careful development strategy for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, emphasising the board's commitment to nurturing his talent beyond early success. The board wants the youngster to build a career like Sachin Tendulkar.
Sooryavanshi has already made headlines by breaking into international cricket at 15 after explosive IPL performances. The BCCI is tracking his development to ensure he avoids being labelled a one-year wonder.
The board's long-term approach was discussed during its high-level review meeting in Mumbai on Thursday. The BCCI is mentoring a broader pool of young players at the Centre of Excellence alongside Sooryavanshi's development.
Prashant Veer delivered the decisive all-round performance.
Noida Kings defeated defending champions Kashi Rudras by one run in the Eliminator of the UPT20 League 2026 on September 3. Prashant Veer produced the decisive all-round performance while Kartik Siddhu claimed a hat-trick as Noida advanced. The match featured late momentum shifts and final-over drama.
Veer struck four consecutive boundaries in the last over to reach his fifty and seal the narrow victory for the Noida side. Kashi Rudras, who had won the previous edition, were eliminated from title contention after the narrow defeat.
The final will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai from September 6 to 10 after the BCCI shifted the summit clash from Bengaluru to allow spectators to attend.
Devajit Saikia says the BCCI discussed strategies to address India's overseas performance issues.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia didn't dodge the issue. India lost eight of nine white-ball games in England and Ireland this summer, and the board sat down in Mumbai on Thursday to work out what to do next.
The schedule ahead gives them little breathing room: a trip to New Zealand followed by the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at home. Saikia said the BCCI is trying to cut player workload, but the bigger problem is overseas results.
To stay in the World Test Championship hunt, India must win both Tests in New Zealand.
Jaffer criticised Rinku's exclusion despite his World Cup pedigree and recent form.
Former India batter Wasim Jaffer questioned India's decision to leave Rinku Singh out of the squad for the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan. He said the exclusion lacked a clear reason.
Eight players have been dropped from the T20I squad for the series that begins in Delhi on September 13. Rinku had featured in India's 2026 T20 World Cup-winning squad.
Jaffer argued that recent performances should have kept Rinku in the frame for the finisher's role. The selectors have not publicly explained the omission.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia pointed to the IPL's demands as a factor in India's injury crisis.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the two-month IPL stint before India's England assignment contributed to the recent injury wave among national players. He pointed to the demanding schedule as a factor that leaves limited recovery time.
The board is examining how the compressed calendar affects player availability across formats. Saikia said the next Future Tours Programme will include longer rest periods between series.
India lost eight of nine white-ball matches in England and Ireland during June and July. The review meeting in Mumbai on 3 September discussed workload management ahead of the 2027 World Cup cycle.
Jasprit Bumrah will face fitness tests before India's T20I series against Afghanistan after recovering from a knee injury sustained in July.
Jasprit Bumrah must pass a fitness test before India's three-match T20I series against Afghanistan that begins on 13 September, multiple reports said on Friday. The fast bowler sustained a knee injury during the ODI series against England in July.
Bumrah will join Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar and Harshit Rana for match simulations at the National Cricket Academy between 4 and 9 September. Prince Yadav is on standby if any of the four players fail the tests.
Selectors have also asked Bumrah to consider playing at least one Ranji Trophy match before India's Test series against New Zealand in October. The BCCI has not yet confirmed the final squad for the Afghanistan series.
Saikia warned that Sharma's place remains subject to change despite recent backing.
BCCI honorary secretary Devajit Saikia said Indian cricket is unpredictable and Rohit Sharma's future could change at any time despite current assurances. Saikia spoke after a review meeting in Mumbai that Sharma did not attend.
The selectors must decide whether Sharma stays in the ODI setup ahead of the 2027 World Cup. The three-match series against West Indies starting September 27 offers the first clear window.
Saikia acknowledged that excessive cricket is hurting players but offered no timeline for a final decision on Sharma's role.
Devajit Saikia says the BCCI will prioritise rest and acclimatisation before SENA tours.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the board will build rest, acclimatisation and warm-up matches into the schedule before any major series in SENA countries. The decision followed a performance review meeting at the board's Mumbai headquarters on Thursday.
The board is reacting to the recent run of injuries and the heavy workload players carry. Saikia pointed to the two-month IPL block that sits right before India's England tour as a key factor.
The BCCI wants a more sustainable plan ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup, so the Future Tours Programme will be adjusted to give players recovery time between series.
Abhishek Sharma has reached the highest batting rating ever recorded in the ICC T20I rankings. The left-hander secured a regular place in the Indian team after impressing in domestic cricket.
Under the guidance of Yuvraj Singh, his dynamic batting style flourished, leading to remarkable achievements in runs and strike rate throughout a calendar year. Sharma's rise comes as India prepare for their next T20I assignment against Afghanistan.
The 24-year-old opener has established himself as one of the most explosive batsmen in the format. His performances have made him a key component of India's white-ball plans.
Kent hold a 218-run lead over Worcestershire after day two of their County Championship match.
Kent finished day two at the Nevill Ground with a 218-run lead over Worcestershire. Their batters put a big first-innings total on the board, then bowled the visitors out for a low score. Worcestershire now need a mountain of runs if they want to stay in the game.
The result leaves Kent sitting pretty in Division Two with only a handful of rounds left in the promotion race.
Nottinghamshire extended their lead over Leicestershire on day two as the Division One title race intensifies.
Nottinghamshire kept their Division One title hopes alive after Ben Slater and Haseeb Hameed added crucial runs on day two against Leicestershire. The pair extended the lead before the visitors lost two wickets late in the session.
Leicestershire trail by 312 runs with eight wickets remaining at Grace Road. Patterson-White claimed three wickets to restrict the home side's response.
The result keeps Notts in contention at the top of the table with four matches remaining in the County Championship season.
Issy Wong’s five for 33 helped England defeat Ireland by six wickets and seal the ODI series.
Issy Wong took a career-best five for 33 as England beat Ireland by six wickets in the second women’s one-day international at Derby on Thursday. The seamer was handed the new ball in the absence of Lauren Bell and bowled with accuracy and control.
Wong dismissed Ireland captain Gaby Lewis and then ran through the lower-middle order to set up victory with 27 overs to spare. England sealed the three-match series with a game remaining.
The win gives England a clean sweep heading into the final ODI. Wong’s five-wicket haul is her first at international level.
Wong's first international five-wicket haul sealed the series for England with a game to spare.
Issy Wong claimed five for 33 to help England defeat Ireland by six wickets in the second women's ODI at Derby. England chased down the target with 27 overs to spare and sealed the three-match series with one game remaining.
Wong removed Ireland captain Gaby Lewis and then worked through the lower-middle order as Ireland were bowled out for 172. It was her first five-wicket haul at international level.
England will now prepare for the dead-rubber third ODI.
Henry Crocombe's five-wicket haul put Sussex in a strong position against Essex at Chelmsford.
Henry Crocombe took five wickets as Sussex reduced Essex to 87 for six on day two of their County Championship match at Chelmsford. The fast bowler repeated his first-innings success to leave the home side facing a fight for survival.
Essex trail by 289 runs with four wickets remaining. Fears of a relegation battle have increased after their poor start to the second innings.
Sussex need one more wicket on the third morning to press for a substantial lead before their second innings begins.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar's bowling helped Lucknow Falcons defeat Meerut Mavericks by 47 runs in the UP T20 League Qualifier 1. The seamer defended a total of 145 to secure his team's first final appearance in four seasons. Lucknow Falcons restricted Meerut to 98 while chasing.
Kumar took key wickets during the middle overs to break Meerut's momentum. The experienced pacer's variations proved difficult to score against on the Ekana Stadium surface. Lucknow Falcons will now face the winner of the second qualifier in the final.
The final will be played at Ekana Stadium on 6 September after heavy rainfall forced a venue change from Kanpur. Lucknow Falcons have shown consistent form throughout the tournament. Kumar's experience has been central to their playoff success.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia says the board wants Sooryavanshi to build a long career like Tendulkar.
The BCCI has placed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's career development at the centre of its planning after a review meeting in Mumbai. Secretary Devajit Saikia said the board wants the 15-year-old to build a long and successful career like Sachin Tendulkar rather than become a one-season wonder.
Sooryavanshi became the youngest male cricketer to represent India in T20Is during the series in England in July. The board discussed his progress during the meeting attended by head coach Gautam Gambhir, captains Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill, president Mithun Manhas and former India batter VVS Laxman.
The BCCI is keeping a close watch on the Rajasthan Royals batter and has advised him to focus on sustained performance across formats.
Chahal's 4 for 36 helped bowl Durham out for 205 in the County Championship.
Yuzvendra Chahal took four wickets as Northamptonshire bowled Durham out for 205 in the County Championship. The Indian leg-spinner finished with 4 for 36 on the opening day at Wantage Road. David Bedingham top-scored for Durham with 81.
Seven Indian players were in action across the first and second divisions of the County Championship on Thursday. Chahal's spell came during Durham's first innings after the visitors opted to bat first. Northamptonshire's bowlers restricted the scoring rate throughout the day.
The match continues on Friday with Northamptonshire needing to build a substantial first-innings total. Chahal's performance adds to his case for consideration in India's upcoming limited-overs assignments.
