Cricket

Gavaskar expects match referee to mirror Madugalle’s Perth assessment When Ranjan Madugalle described the Perth pitch as “very good”, it set a tone that former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar believes will carry into the next match report. Gavaskar said he anticipates Jeff Crowe, who is the match referee for the Melbourne Test, will give a … Read more

Chamari Athapaththu makes history in Thiruvananthapuram Chamari Athapaththu became the first Sri Lankan player to reach 150 T20 International matches, achieving the milestone during the high-profile encounter against Harmanpreet Kaur’s India Women in Thiruvananthapuram. The landmark arrival underlines her longevity and importance to Sri Lanka’s white-ball setup. Milestone moment The landmark appearance was more than … Read more

Johannesburg High Court backs Tabraiz Shamsi in NOC dispute with Cricket South Africa The Johannesburg High Court has ordered Cricket South Africa (CSA) to extend Tabraiz Shamsi’s No Objection Certificate (NOC) so he can play in the ILT20, and to cover his legal costs. The ruling is a significant moment in the relationship between players … Read more

Jaiswal likely to feature in a couple more games after Goa match Young batter Jaiswal is expected to play a few more fixtures following the upcoming match against Goa, but his availability after that will hinge on whether he is picked for the India series against New Zealand. The selectors’ decision will determine whether he … Read more

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Maxwell clears the ropes for his 150th BBL six Glenn Maxwell produced one of those moments that remind fans why he remains one of the most feared hitters in white-ball cricket. At Manuka Oval, Maxwell launched a colossal 104-metre six to register his 150th Big Bash League maximum, becoming only the second player in BBL … Read more

England wrapped up a four-wicket victory shortly after Tea on Saturday, but the result was quickly overshadowed by anger directed at the surface. Players, commentators and fans condemned the pitch as being excessively favourable to the bowlers, saying it robbed the match of balance and made batting a lottery. How the match played out The … Read more

England break the drought with a four-wicket win in Melbourne England’s tense four-wicket victory in Melbourne ended a long wait for success on Australian soil — their first win Down Under since 2011. The result carried weight beyond a single match: it was a statement of intent, a morale boost for the touring side, and … Read more

India’s Test fortunes under Gautam Gambhir: a clear-eyed look Gautam Gambhir’s arrival as India’s head coach in July 2024 came with high expectations. The former opener promised to bring fresh ideas, discipline and a winning mentality. But on the field the results have been mixed. Since Gambhir took charge, India has played 19 Tests, registering … Read more

Five-time champion India has been drawn into Group B alongside New Zealand, the USA and Bangladesh, and will kick off its campaign on January 15. The grouping sets up a fascinating mix of experience, rising talent and unpredictable matchups that should keep fans glued to their seats from the very first ball. Group B at … Read more