Team NewsWarwickshire Sign Spinner Usman Tariq for 2026 T20 Blast Campaign
Warwickshire have signed Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq for the 2026 T20 Blast, ahead of his Birmingham Phoenix stint in The Hundred this summer.
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AnalysisDodda Ganesh Questions Delhi Capitals’ Opening Choice After Nissanka’s Slow Start
Former seamer Dodda Ganesh criticised Delhi Capitals for opening with Pathum Nissanka and leaving out David Miller, after the loss to Chennai Super Kings.
Team NewsHardik Pandya Missing From Mumbai Indians Group in Raipur Before RCB Match
Hardik Pandya was not with the Mumbai Indians squad in Raipur before the RCB game, with his back spasm leaving Suryakumar Yadav set to lead again.
AnalysisJustin Langer amazed by the batting standard on show for Lucknow in IPL 2026
Justin Langer calls today’s IPL batting breathtaking, praises Nicholas Pooran and admits LSG have had to rethink as their season slips away.
AnalysisKrishnamurthy and Bangar discuss Bumrah’s wicketless outing for Mumbai Indians
After Jasprit Bumrah conceded 45 without a wicket, Veda Krishnamurthy and Sanjay Bangar discuss workload, rest and how Mumbai Indians use him.
Team NewsMunaf Patel tells Delhi Capitals the time for a relaxed mindset is over
Delhi bowling coach Munaf Patel says the Capitals must win consistently to stay in the playoff race, with CSK level on points before their clash.
NewsRaghu Sharma shows handwritten note after first IPL wicket for Mumbai Indians
Mumbai spinner Raghu Sharma took his first IPL wicket and held up a handwritten note marking a 15-year wait, in a match LSG made 228/5.
Women's CricketNigar Sultana reprimanded and given a demerit point for throwing her bat
Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana received a reprimand and one demerit point under ICC rules after throwing her bat when dismissed in a rain-hit match.
NewsKal Somani Group says it never withdrew Rajasthan Royals bid, questions process
The Kal Somani Group says it was lead bidder for Rajasthan Royals throughout, was fully funded and questions transparency after the Mittal-led deal.
AnalysisAshwin lauds Gujarat Titans’ calm, process-driven chase against Punjab Kings
Ravichandran Ashwin says Gujarat Titans’ planning and composure shaped their chase against Punjab Kings, singling out Washington Sundar’s role.
Player SpotlightBabar Azam says he is targeting all three formats after PSL resurgence
Babar Azam says red-ball cricket helps his white-ball game and that he wants to contribute across formats as Pakistan prepare for Bangladesh Tests.
Team NewsPhil Salt flies home for finger scans, RCB hopeful of a later return
Phil Salt has travelled to England for scans on a finger injury at the ECB’s request, with RCB hoping he can rejoin later this month.
Team NewsRohit Sharma nears Mumbai Indians return for must-win Lucknow clash
Rohit Sharma will make a final fitness call ahead of Mumbai Indians’ crucial IPL match with Lucknow Super Giants, with both sides in poor form.
Team NewsMS Dhoni stays in Chennai for rehab and misses CSK’s Delhi trip
MS Dhoni did not travel to Delhi with CSK as he continues injury rehabilitation in Chennai, though the franchise has not ruled out a later comeback.
Player SpotlightBabar Azam Picks His World ODI XI and Leaves Out Every Indian Player
Babar Azam’s World ODI XI has Marsh, Head and Rizwan but no Indian players, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli; Zalmi face Kingsmen in the PSL final.
NewsArjun Tendulkar Among Top Buys at Mumbai T20 League Auction
Arjun Tendulkar was one of the headline signings at the T20 Mumbai League auction, where icon players such as Suryakumar, Iyer and Jaiswal were confirmed.
Player SpotlightJitesh Sharma explains his Sooryavanshi comment: he is like a younger brother
Jitesh Sharma says his remark about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was made in a brotherly spirit and urges the 15-year-old to enjoy his early career.
AnalysisPiyush Chawla Lauds Sunrisers’ Fearless Chase Against Mumbai Indians
Piyush Chawla credits Sunrisers Hyderabad’s clear intent and Travis Head’s 76 off 30 for the chase that lifted them to third in the IPL 2026 table.
NewsRohit Sharma Watches Mumbai Indians Fall to Sunrisers Despite 243/5
Injured Rohit Sharma looked on in dismay as Sunrisers Hyderabad chased 243 with eight balls left; Rickelton hit an unbeaten 123 for Mumbai Indians.
AnalysisSrikkanth Says Bumrah Should Follow Jofra Archer’s Attacking Template
Krishnamachari Srikkanth urges Jasprit Bumrah to bowl with more pace and target edges like Jofra Archer after a wicketless 54 against Sunrisers.
AnalysisVirender Sehwag Criticises Lucknow Super Giants’ Decision-Making After Another Defeat
Virender Sehwag questions Lucknow Super Giants’ leadership and repeated choice to chase, as LSG sit bottom of the IPL 2026 table with two wins from eight.
NewsShakib Al Hasan Hopeful India-Bangladesh Cricket Ties Will Resume
Shakib Al Hasan expects better communication between the BCB and BCCI after a change of government and an upcoming board election, as dialogue reopens.
AnalysisIrfan Pathan Questions Delhi Capitals’ Decision to Leave Out Shaw and Porel
Irfan Pathan wants to know why Delhi Capitals sat out Prithvi Shaw and Abishek Porel, as the side sit seventh in IPL 2026 with three wins from eight.
NewsRiyan Parag Reported Vaping in Dressing Room as Rajasthan Royals Beat Punjab Kings
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was reportedly seen vaping during the win over Punjab Kings; he praised his side’s middle order after the chase.
NewsNew Zealand Cricket Names Former Seamer Geoff Allott as Chief Executive
Former left-arm pacer Geoff Allott has been appointed New Zealand Cricket CEO, bringing board, management and players’ association experience to the post.
AnalysisAakash Chopra Calls Sunrisers the League’s Best Death-Bowling Side
Aakash Chopra says Sunrisers Hyderabad’s four-match winning run is built on superb death bowling and a powerful top order ahead of facing Mumbai Indians.
AnalysisKris Srikkanth questions Axar Patel’s impact after Delhi’s loss to RCB
Former India opener Kris Srikkanth questioned Axar Patel’s captaincy and impact, and criticised several Delhi batters and coach Hemang Badani after the RCB loss.
Women's CricketMary-Anne Musonda retires from all cricket, Zimbabwe’s first women’s centurion
Zimbabwe pioneer Mary-Anne Musonda has retired from all cricket, citing the physical toll. She was the first Zimbabwean woman to score an international ton.
AnalysisFormer Delhi player questions team’s sweeping changes after 75 all out against RCB
A former Delhi Capitals player questioned the timing of big selection changes after the side were bowled out for 75 and beaten by RCB inside 7 overs.
NewsShammi Silva expected to leave Sri Lanka Cricket top job in government-led shake-up
Shammi Silva is reportedly set to step down as Sri Lanka Cricket president as the government oversees a transition that could draw ICC concern.