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Its Been A Pleasure Watching You Bat: Kohli, Jay Shah Hail Williamsons Legacy After Retirement

ICC Chairman Jay Shah: Former India captain Virat Kohli and ICC Chairman Jay Shah led tributes to New Zealand batting great Kane Williamson after the Black Caps stalwart announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a distinguished 16-year career. Williamson, regarded as one of the finest batters of his generation, called time on an international journey that saw him become New Zealands highest run-scorer across formats with 19,346 runs in 378 matches, including 48 cent

12 Jun 2026 7:10 pm
Womens T20 WC 2026: When And Where To Watch WI Vs NZ, Know All Details

T20 World Cup: Defending champions New Zealand will begin their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against West Indies in the fourth match of the tournament at the Rose Bowl on Saturday. Having lifted their maiden Women's T20 World Cup title in the UAE in 2024, the White Ferns enter the competition with confidence and will be eager to make a strong start to the defence of their crown. Led by star all-rounder Melia Kerr, New Zealand are among the favourites to progress from a competitive Gro

12 Jun 2026 6:58 pm
Women's T20 World Cup: Scotland Bring In Hannah Rainey For Injured Maqsood

T20 World Cup Global Qualifier: Scotland have been forced into a late squad change ahead of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, with Hannah Rainey officially approved as a replacement for injured leg-spinner Abtaha Maqsood. The Event Technical Committee of the tournament approved Rainey's inclusion after Maqsood was ruled out with a metacarpal fracture she sustained during Scotland's warm-up match against Pakistan on June 9. This injury is a setback for Scotland as they prepare for their second

12 Jun 2026 6:36 pm
Shadow Womens A Tour, CoE Coaching Appointments Reflect Boards Planning, Says Anjum Chopra

T20 World Cup: Former India captain Anjum Chopra has said the shadow womens A tour running alongside the senior teams Womens T20 World Cup campaign in England, coupled with recent Centre of Excellence (CoE) coaching appointments, is a reflection of the BCCIs systematic planning. Anushka Sharma, who made her T20I debut on the South Africa tour in April, will lead India 'A' for the three T20s against England 'A'. The matches will be played in Northampton on June 20 and 23, followed by the third fi

12 Jun 2026 6:22 pm
Womens T20 WC: Both Kranti And Renuka Should Start In Playing Eleven With Arundhati, Says Anjum Chopra

Both Kranti Gaud: Former India captain Anjum Chopra believes both Kranti Gaud and Renuka Singh Thakur should start in India's playing eleven alongside Arundhati Reddy for the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup, asserting that the trio forms the backbone of India's pace attack regardless of the experiments seen during the preceding T20I series against England. Indias bowling unit remains the bigger concern heading into their first clash against Pakistan at Edgbaston on Sunday, especially with form and

12 Jun 2026 5:32 pm
Women's T20 WC 2026 : When And Where To Watch AUS Vs SA, Know All Details

T20 World Cup: Australia will kick off their ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a challenging Group 1 clash against South Africa at Old Trafford on Saturday. The six-time champions enter the tournament as the world's top-ranked T20I side and will be aiming to make a strong start under the leadership of new captain Sophie Molineux. Meanwhile, South Africa, currently ranked fifth in the format, arrive with growing confidence as they continue to establish themselves among the elite teams i

12 Jun 2026 5:28 pm
Womens T20 WC: Batting Must Lead The Way For This Indian Team As Bowling Is Still Developing, Says Anjum Chopra

T20 World Cup: Former India captain Anjum Chopra has said batting must lead the way for the Indian team at the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup, stressing that the bowling unit is still developing and will need to dig deeper if the side is to go all the way to the trophy. India will enter the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup carrying the tag of ODI world champions, but their recent form has been patchy. Over the last six months, the side registered series wins at home against Sri Lanka and away agains

12 Jun 2026 4:42 pm
'Ive Given It My All': Williamson Brings Curtain Down On Illustrious New Zealand Career

ICC Cricket World Cup: New Zealand batting great Kane Williamson announced his retirement from international cricket on Friday, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable 16-year career during which he established himself as the country's highest run-scorer across formats and one of the finest batters of his generation. The 35-year-old departs as New Zealands leading international run-getter with 19,346 runs from 378 matches, including 48 centuries and six double hundreds. Widely regarded as one

12 Jun 2026 4:02 pm
Womens T20 WC: Indian Team Will Walk With Confidence Of Being ODI WC Champion, Says Anjum Chopra

T20 World Cup: Former skipper Anjum Chopra believes no side can claim favourites status in the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup, but insists India carries a distinct advantage going into the tournament - the confidence of being 50-over World Cup winners. Buoyed by last years ODI World Cup triumph, India will aim to get its first Womens T20 World Cup title when they open their Group 1 campaign against Pakistan at Edgbaston on Sunday. Harmanpreet Kaur-led India are entering the World Cup on the back

12 Jun 2026 3:58 pm
Women's T20 WC: Chinelle Henry Experienced An Exacerbation Of A Previous Injury, Says CWI

T20 World Cup: West Indies vice-captain Chinelle Henry is being monitored by the team's medical staff after aggravating a previous injury during a Women's T20 World Cup warm-up match against Australia, Cricket West Indies (CWI) confirmed on Wednesday. Henry raised concern ahead of the tournament after being stretchered off the ground in a warm-up fixture following an awkward fall while trying to take a catch. The all-rounder had lost her footing as she went to take the catch, falling awkwardly a

12 Jun 2026 3:36 pm
Afghanistan Premier League Set To Launch On December 27 In UAE

The Afghanistan Cricket Board: The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced that the inaugural edition of the Afghanistan Premier League (APL) will begin on December 27, 2026, marking a significant step in the country's cricketing journey. The T20 tournament will be hosted in the UAE and feature 5 franchises from the main cricketing areas of Afghanistan - Kabul, Kandahar, Balkh, Paktia and Nangarhar. The launch of the league follows Afghanistan's impressive emergence on the international st

12 Jun 2026 3:08 pm
Womens T20 WC: Block Out Noise, Hit The Ball - How Kayla Reyneke Became South Africa's Nerves-of-steel Finisher

On T20I: Kayla Reyneke loves a laugh, but its her knack for closing out games that has been the highlight of her short international career so far. Twice in the space of two months, Kayla has turned what looked like lost causes into wins for South Africa and made it all look routine. On T20I debut against Pakistan in Potchefstroom, she walked in and hit 29 not out, including hitting a match-winning six. Later, in Christchurch, on ODI debut against New Zealand, she went one better: hitting two si

12 Jun 2026 3:00 pm
Gurnoor's Bounce, Ishan's Versatility Fit India's 2027 World Cup Plans: Irfan Pathan

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the selectors have already started planning for the Men's Cricket World Cup 2027 in South Africa, with the inclusion of players capable of thriving in conditions that offer pace, bounce and movement. Speaking ahead of India's first ODI against Afghanistan, Pathan said the selection of tall left-arm pacer Gurnoor Brar reflects the team's long-term vision for the World Cup in South Africa. Gurnoor Brar has been selected becaus

12 Jun 2026 2:50 pm
From Kulcha Stall To Team India: Jalandhars Arjun Rajput Earns India U-19 Call-up For Sri Lanka Tour

Harbhajan Singh Cricket Academy: A dream nurtured in the narrow lanes of Ram Nagar and backed by years of sacrifice has finally come true for young cricketer Arjun Rajput, who has been selected in the Indian Under-19 squad for next months tour of Sri Lanka. The left-handed batter and right-arm off-spinner will don the India jersey for the first time when the team departs for Sri Lanka on July 4, marking a major milestone in a journey defined by perseverance and hard work. Arjun comes from a mode

12 Jun 2026 2:34 pm
'India Will Need Rohit And Virat's Qualities To Win The World Cup': Irfan Pathan

ODI World Cup: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has underlined the importance of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli ahead of India's first ODI against Afghanistan, saying the experienced duo will be central to the team's chances in the upcoming ODI World Cup in South Africa. Pathan praised Rohit's ability to counter fast bowling in challenging overseas conditions and described Virat as the ideal batter to anchor India's innings from the No.3 position. Rohit Sharma's biggest strength is his abilit

12 Jun 2026 2:04 pm
'That's Why We See Guys Like Sooryavanshi Hit First Ball For Six': Steyn Contrasts Fearless Youngsters With Kohli's Longevity

Maybe Virender Sehwag: South African pace great Dale Steyn believes the fearless brand of cricket displayed by today's young stars is not merely a product of talent, but the result of a significant cultural shift in how the game is coached, analysed and discussed. Speaking about the emergence of attacking young batters such as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dewald Brevis and Tristan Stubbs, Steyn said modern cricketers are benefiting from an environment that is far more accepting of failure than previous

12 Jun 2026 1:44 pm
Good To Know Ive Helped Modern-day Pacers Get South Africa To A Wonderful Place: Dale Steyn

Sunrisers Eastern Cape: South African pace great Dale Steyn believes one of the most rewarding aspects of his post-playing career has been watching the next generation of fast bowlers flourish on the international stage, with players such as Marco Jansen and Ottniel Baartman carrying forward many of the principles that defined his own success. Having transitioned into coaching roles after retirement, including a stint as bowling coach of Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the SA20, Steyn said seeing bowl

12 Jun 2026 1:32 pm
'Smriti And Shafali Can Take The Game Away': Karthik Highlights India's Biggest Strength Ahead Of Womens T20 WC

T20 World Cup: Former Indian wicketkeeper batter Dinesh Karthik believes that the opening combination of Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma could prove to be one of the teams biggest weapons at the ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026, which will commence on Friday. With the tournament set to begin later this month, Karthik believes Indias ability to put opposition teams under pressure from the very first ball makes them a dangerous side in the shortest format. Indias biggest strength is that they can p

12 Jun 2026 1:24 pm
HM Amit Shah Mourns The Death Of Indian Shooting Legend Jaspal Rana

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami: Home Minister Amit Shah has expressed his grief on the sudden demise of Jaspal Rana and said the passing of the legendary shooter and coach is an irreparable loss to the nation. Rana, a multi-time Asian Games gold medallist who later transitioned into one of India's most successful high-performance coaches, passed away on Friday at the age of 49, leaving the entire Indian sporting fraternity in deep shock. Deeply saddened by the demise of legendary sportsperso

12 Jun 2026 1:12 pm
FIFA WC: When And Where To Watch USA Vs Paraguay, Know All Details

FIFA World Cup: Co-hosts USA usher in the second World Cup on home soil with their Group D opener against Paraguay on Saturday (IST). The two sides are familiar foes, with Mauricio Pochettino's men securing a 2-1 victory in Chester, Pennsylvania, in November. Paraguay, who are making their first World Cup appearance since South Africa 2010, qualified for the global finals with a sixth-place finish in CONMEBOL qualifying, with some eye-catching victories on the way. History was made when the USA

12 Jun 2026 12:38 pm
Jaspal Rana: The Fearless Marksman Who Always Aimed For Excellence

During Manu Bhaker: His motto was simple: hit the 10-ring, stay focused, and win medals. That philosophy defined the life and career of Jaspal Rana, one of Indias greatest shooters and most influential mentors, who passed away on Friday, leaving the shooting fraternity in mourning. For Indian shooting, Rana was much more than a champion athlete. He was a mentor, a teacher, a reformer and a fearless voice who never hesitated to speak his mind for the betterment of the sport. Whether it was guidin

12 Jun 2026 12:32 pm
Ankushs Fastest Ton Helps Chambal Ghariyals Pull Off Record Chase In Madhya Pradesh League

Aditya Birla Group Madhya Pradesh: Fans at the Holkar Stadium were treated to a batting extravaganza as Gwalior Cheetahs and Chambal Ghariyals combined for more than 500 runs in a breathtaking contest in the Aditya Birla Group Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 Scindia Cup 2026. The Chambal Ghariyals completed a record chase of 258 runs by three wickets. Batting first, it was absolute carnage from the Gwalior Cheetahs batters as they piled up a mammoth 257/6 in 20 overs against Chambal Ghariyals af

12 Jun 2026 11:08 am
Unforgettable Win! BCB Hails Bangladesh's Historic ODI Series Win Over Aussies

The Bangladesh Cricket Board: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) was effusive in praise for their men's team after it romped to a historic ODI series victory against the five-time World Champions by taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series in Mirpur, Dhaka, on Thursday. Unforgettable Win! Bangladesh defeat Australia and clinch the ODI series! The Tigers roar loud at home! BCB said in a post on X, formerly Twitter. A brilliant bowling effort saw Australia reduced to 0/3 at the e

12 Jun 2026 2:24 am
Jharkhand T20 League: Chota Nagpur Royals And Ranchi Titans Emerge Victorious On Day 2

Jharkhand T20 Cricket League: Chota Nagpur Royals and Ranchi Titans secured decisive victories on the second day of the Jharkhand T20 Cricket League 2026 at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi on Thursday. The Royals claimed a dominant 10-wicket win via the DLS method in a rain-curtailed opener, while the Titans defended a massive total to win by 42 runs. In a rain-interrupted first match of the day, Dhanbad Diamonds posted 63/2 in 7 overs before heavy showers halted the play. Aryam

12 Jun 2026 12:48 am
T20 Mumbai League 2026: Tushar Deshpande, Chinmay Sutar Help Maratha Royals Set Up Title Clash With Arcs Andheri

Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburbs: Defending champions MSC Maratha Royals stormed into the final of the T20 Mumbai League 2026 with a three-wicket victory over North Mumbai Panthers in the second semifinal at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday. Tushar Deshpande starred with the ball, returning impressive figures of 4/21 to help bundle out the Ajinkya Rahane-led Panthers for 148 in their allotted 20 overs. In reply, the Maratha Royals chased down the target with composure, thanks to a

12 Jun 2026 12:00 am
Bengal T20 League: Karan Lal Slams 64-ball 145, Hits 14 Sixes, Bags Two Wickets To Script History

Bengal T20 League Season: History was scripted in the Bengal T20 League Season 3 at Eden Gardens on Thursday as Karan Lal produced a sensational all-round performance, smashing 145 off just 64 deliveries, including 14 sixes and seven fours, to power Servotech Siliguri Strikers to a commanding 73-run victory over Adamas Howrah Warriors. Karans remarkable innings became only the second century in the history of the league, following Gaurav Chauhans 103 off 55 balls in Season 2. His explosive knock

11 Jun 2026 11:28 pm
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Rahul Dravid Unveils Glittering Silverware For Season 5

KSCA Honorary Secretary Santosh Menon: Indian cricket legend and Karnataka icon Rahul Dravid unveiled the trophy for this year's Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 in Bengaluru on Thursday, marking another milestone in the build-up to the fifth edition of Karnataka's premier franchise-based T20 tournament. The trophy unveiling ceremony was attended by KSCA President Venkatesh Prasad, KSCA Honorary Secretary Santosh Menon, Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 Governing Council Chairman M.S. Keshava, KSCA Official Spok

11 Jun 2026 11:02 pm
Womens T20 WC: Warm-up Games Gave India Exposure, Confidence Ahead Of Starting Campaign, Says Salvi

T20 World Cup: India bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi said the two warm-up matches ahead of the ICC Womens T20 World Cup provided valuable exposure and confidence to the squad ahead of opening their campaign against Pakistan in Birmingham on Sunday. India, the 50-over World Cup winners, had a mixed build-up to the 12-team T20 World Cup. They lost to South Africa 4-1 before losing to England 2-1. In the warm-up games, India outsmarted the West Indies but lost to England. I think these two warm-up ga

11 Jun 2026 10:26 pm
Kira Chathli To Lead England A Against India A In Womens T20 And 50-over Series

National Lead Batting Coach Jon: Surrey wicketkeeperbatter Kira Chathli has been named captain of England A for the upcoming womens series against India A, which will feature three T20s and three 50over matches to be played in late June and early July. Kira, who recently earned her first callup to the senior England squad, will lead a side that includes three players capped at full international level - Jodi Grewcock, Ryana MacDonaldGay, and Charis Pavely. Several others who have impressed in do

11 Jun 2026 10:08 pm
No Rush On Deciding Stokes' Future As England Player, Considering Alcohol Ban, Says Rob Key

The Kia Oval: England mens managing director Rob Key said there is no rush to take a call on Ben Stokes future as an England player and remained non-committal about him being the captain, while adding that hes also considering enforcing a complete alcohol ban on the side. Stokes and Gus Atkinson were not made available for selection for the second Test against New Zealand, starting at The Kia Oval next week, after the pair were involved in a nightclub altercation in the early hours of Monday mor

11 Jun 2026 9:46 pm
Womens T20 WC: Pakistan Mentor Wahab Backs Young Squad To play Fearless Cricket, Targets Top-four Finish

T20 World Cup: Pakistan womens team mentor Wahab Riaz said the squads recent preparation and youthful energy give him confidence ahead of the ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026, adding that the Fatima Sana-led side are sure to play fearless cricket and are targeting a top-four finish. The 10th edition of the Womens T20 World Cup, to be staged in England from June 12 to July 5, is set to be the biggest in the tournaments history, with the field expanding to 12 teams. The event will feature 33 matches

11 Jun 2026 9:08 pm
Mir, Shah Knocks Help Afghanistan A Get Four-run Win Over India A Via DLS Method

Despite Priyansh Arya: India As imposing 349 proved to be insufficient as Afghanistan A sealed a dramatic four-run victory via DLS method in a rain-hit 50-over match in the 'A' Teams Tri-series on Thursday, thanks to a blistering opening stand and composed knocks from skipper Imran Mir and Bahir Shah. India A, sent in to bat first on a surface expected to aid seamers, made an assertive start through Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who smashed 44 off 22 balls. His opening burst set the tone before Prabhsim

11 Jun 2026 8:30 pm
Womens T20 WC: Fancy India To Win Over Pakistan, Have Jumped At Least A Level Or Two, Says Hussain

T20 World Cup: India will open their 2026 Womens T20 World Cup campaign against Pakistan at Edgbaston on June 14, as one of crickets most-watched rivalries takes centre stage in a global womens tournament. The results, though, have been onesided in recent years. India have won 13 of 16 T20Is against Pakistan, including a sixwicket victory at the 2024 T20 World Cup in Dubai. In Womens T20 World Cup meetings, India lead 62 across eight clashes. All contests have come in global or continental event

11 Jun 2026 7:44 pm
ENGW vs SLW Match 1, Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction

ENGW vs SLW Match 1 , Cricket Tips :The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 will begin with England Women taking on Sri Lanka Women in the first game. New Zealand women are the defending champions, and there are 11 more participants who will try their luck. The first match will be held at Edgbaston in Birmingham on Friday at 11 PM IST. England Women are one of the top contenders of the tournament, and they will be looking to start well. Every team will play five matches in their group, and only two

11 Jun 2026 7:26 pm
India's Bowling Combination, Not Batting, The Real Concern Heading Into Women's T20 WC, Says Nasser Hussain

T20 World Cup: India's batting firepower is not the concern heading into the Women's T20 World Cup, but rather how they firm up on their bowling combination and protect totals, said former England captain Nasser Hussain on Wednesday. Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur will have plenty of options to choose from when India face Pakistan in their opening match of the tournament at Edgbaston on June 14. In the absence of seam-bowling all-rounders Amanjot Kaur and Kashvee Gautam, the bowling combinations make-

11 Jun 2026 7:18 pm
Women's T20 WC: When And Where To Watch ENG Vs SL, Know All Details

T20 World Cup: The wait is finally over, and the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 will commence on Friday with hosts England taking on Sri Lanka in the tournament opener at the Edgbaston Stadium. Among the pre-tournament favourites, England boast a formidable squad packed with international experience and match-winners across all departments. The hosts will rely on the likes of Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Alice Capsey, Amy Jones, Charlotte Dean, and youngster Lauren Bell as they seek to launch their title bid

11 Jun 2026 6:58 pm
WI vs SL 1st T20I: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction

WI vs SL 1st T20I, Cricket Tips :Sri Lanka won the three-match ODI series against West Indies 1-0 after the last two ODIs were washed out. These two sides will now face each other in three T20Is. The first game will be held at Sabina Park on Friday at 6 AM IST. West Indies will be playing their first T20I since the T20 World Cup 2026. They did pretty well in that tournament and were unlucky to miss the semifinal berth. Sri Lanka failed to go through the group stage and lost four consecutive m

11 Jun 2026 6:54 pm
Womens T20 WC: England Begin Quest To End 17-year Drought As Sri Lanka Eye Maiden Title (Preview)

T20 World Cup: The ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026 gets underway with hosts England taking on Sri Lanka in a Group A clash at the Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham on Friday. Both teams will be eager to begin their campaign on a winning note, with valuable points at stake in the race for the semifinals. England enter the tournament as one of the favourites to lift the trophy, bolstered by home conditions and a squad packed with experience. Led by Nat Sciver-Brunt, the hosts possess a formidable line

11 Jun 2026 6:20 pm
Bangladesh Recall Taskin, Nahid, Mustafizur For Australia T20Is; Towhid Hridoy Handed Maiden Call For Zimbabwe Test

The Bangladesh Cricket Board: Bangladesh have reshaped their squads across formats ahead of a busy international stretch, recalling their premier fast-bowling trio of Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, and Mustafizur Rahman for the upcoming T20I series against Australia while simultaneously rewarding Towhid Hridoy with a long-awaited place in the Test setup. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) unveiled separate squads for the three-match T20I contest against Australia in Chattogram and the subsequent one-

11 Jun 2026 6:04 pm
Bristol, Southampton Venues Went Through Refurbishments For Womens T20 WC, Says Tournament Director

The Bristol County Ground: The Bristol County Ground and the Utilita Bowl in Southampton have undergone significant infrastructure refurbishments ahead of the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, with tournament director Beth Barrett-Wild saying that they were done as part of a broader wave of facility investment triggered by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) hosting the global event from June 12 to July 5. When you host a World Cup, it gives you an opportunity to invest in sorts of capital p

11 Jun 2026 5:40 pm
Bristol, Southampton Venues Refurbished For Womens T20 WC: Tournament Director

The Bristol County Ground: The Bristol County Ground and the Utilita Bowl in Southampton have undergone significant infrastructure refurbishments ahead of the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, with tournament director Beth Barrett-Wild saying that they were done as part of a broader wave of facility investment triggered by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) hosting the global event from June 12 to July 5. When you host a World Cup, it gives you an opportunity to invest in sort of capital pr

11 Jun 2026 5:00 pm
'The Shoulder Finally Won': Riyan Parag Begins Road To Recovery After Successful Surgery

Riyan Parag: Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has successfully undergone shoulder surgery, bringing an end to a prolonged battle with an injury that had troubled him for nearly two years and repeatedly disrupted his cricketing commitments. The 24-year-old had continued to play through discomfort despite recurring shoulder issues affecting him at both the domestic and international levels. The injury had also curtailed his opportunities with India after making his international debut in 2024.

11 Jun 2026 4:22 pm
'Once You Create Demand, Optimise It With Supply' T20 WC Tournament Director On Blueprint To Sustain Women's Cricket Momentum

Over Cricket World Cup: Beth BarrettWild, the tournament director of 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup, said they have been working on a blueprint to sustain momentum in the womens game, something which was a key learning for her from the 2017 Womens ODI World Cup, adding that once demand is created, it has to be optimised with supply. Nine years ago, the 2017 Womens ODI World Cup in England, which the hosts won in a sold-out final at Lords, led to a transformation in perception about women's cricke

11 Jun 2026 4:14 pm
Thailand, Hong Kong, UAE And Indonesia Secure Women's Asia Cup Berth

Captain Ni Putu Ayu Nanda: Thailand, Hong Kong, the UAE and Indonesia confirmed their places in the Womens T20 Asia Cup later this year after registering comfortable victories in the quarter-finals of the ACC Womens Premier Cup on Thursday. All four teams had topped their respective groups during the league stage and carried that momentum into the knockout rounds, producing commanding performances to book both semi-final berths and qualification for the continental tournament. Thailand continued

11 Jun 2026 4:10 pm
'200,000 Tickets Sold; Excited For The World To Fall In Love With Women's Cricket': Barrett-Wild

T20 World Cup: Beth BarrettWild, tournament director of the 2026 Womens T20 World Cup, said she is excited for a nation o fall in love with womens cricket as ticket sales for the 12-team mega event have touched the 200,000 mark. Billed as the biggest-ever Womens T20 World Cup, the tenth edition of the tournament will see 33 games being played around seven venues. The competition will start on June 12 in Edgbaston and end on July 5 at Lords. We have been building towards this moment probably for

11 Jun 2026 3:54 pm
Yashbardhan Chauhan To Lead India U19 Squads For Sri Lanka Tour

Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan: Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan will be leading India men's U-19 team for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka, which comprises three One-Day matches and two Multi-Day fixtures, scheduled to begin next month. Lakshya Raichandani will serve as Chauhan's deputy as the BCCI named squads for both one-day and multi-day fixtures. The white-ball leg of the tour kicks off on July 4 in Hambantota, which will host all three one-day matches. Following the limited-overs series, the team will

11 Jun 2026 3:16 pm
'One Last Dance': Five Icons Set For Their FIFA World Cup Swansong

One Last Dance: As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, fans around the world are preparing for a month of unforgettable moments and dramatic finishes, but beyond the race for footballs biggest prize, the tournament is also expected to mark the end of an era. For several of the games most celebrated names, this World Cup could be the final chapter of careers that have inspired millions and defined a generation of football. Some have already lifted the trophy, others are still chasing the one achi

11 Jun 2026 2:26 pm
Rohit, Virat's Presence An Advantage For Captain Gill In 2027 WC: Raina

ODI World Cup: Former India batter Suresh Raina touched upon the importance of ODI skipper Shubman Gill having veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's experience by his side in the 2027 World Cup, saying, The presence of experience from the two veterans can make all the difference. Kohli and Rohit, who have retired from T20I and Test cricket, remain exclusively active in ODIs. During the 2019 ODI World Cup, Rohit was the top scorer with 648 runs in nine games at an average of 81.00 with five hun

11 Jun 2026 1:42 pm
Women's T20 WC: Australia Coach Nitschke 'hopeful' For Litchfield To Play Opener Amid Injury Concern

T20 World Cup: Australia's preparations for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup have been clouded by a fitness concern surrounding Phoebe Litchfield, but the defending champions remain optimistic that the young batter will be available for their opening fixture against South Africa. Litchfield did not feature in Australia's warm-up games after experiencing discomfort in her quad, prompting team management to take a cautious approach ahead of their campaign opener. With the six-time champions set to be

11 Jun 2026 1:18 pm
Giants Under Pressure In Open Women's T20 World Cup

The Women's T20 World Cup starts on Friday when hosts England face Sri Lanka in Birmingham, with at least one leading nation guaranteed an early exit from what promises to be an unusually open tournament. A 12-team competition where the teams are split into two pools of six ought to be without a 'group of death'. But women's cricket heavyweights Australia, India and South Africa are all in Group One and, with only the top two advancing to the semi-finals, one of the trio will be heading home bef

11 Jun 2026 1:02 pm