Sussex All-rounder Danny Lamb Calls Time On Career At 30 After Neck Injury
Danny Lamb: Sussex all-rounder Danny Lamb has announced his retirement from professional cricket at the age of 30 after a serious neck injury brought his career to an untimely end. Lamb suffered a disc herniation in his neck earlier this season, leading to an injury to his spinal cord. Although surgery was performed last month, the right-arm bowler has continued to experience the consequences of the injury and has now decided to step away from the game following medical advice. The decision ends a professional career spanning more than a decade, during which Lamb represented both Lancashire and Sussex and became a valuable contributor across formats. It is incredibly difficult to have my career end through injury. After taking medical advice I know it is the right decision for my long-term health. It has been a privilege to spend over a decade in the professional game, and I am extremely grateful to have represented both Lancashire and Sussex. I was never the most naturally gifted player, but I always tried to give everything for the team and do whatever was required to help us win, and I have been fortunate to experience some incredible moments that will stay with me forever, Lamb was quoted by BBC Sport. Lamb's career included 93 appearances for Lancashire across all formats before his move to Sussex in 2023. His first-class record included eight wickets at an average of 33.13, while he registered a career-best score of 134. His final months as a professional were disrupted by the injury. Lamb has not played for Sussex since early June, when the Sharks recorded the only home victory of their T20 Blast campaign, against Kent. At Sussex, Lamb played an important role in the club's recent progress, contributing to their promotion to Division One of the County Championship and their run to Finals Day in the Blast. His final months as a professional were disrupted by the injury. Lamb has not played for Sussex since early June, when the Sharks recorded the only home victory of their T20 Blast campaign, against Kent. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It is always a sad day when any professional athlete has to retire from the sport they love; it's even harder when it is because of injury. Danny sadly is not able to continue his career and I would like to thank him for his high level of commitment and skill that he has dedicated to his time at Hove. Danny played a leading role in our promotion to Division One in the County Championship and us getting to Finals Day in the Blast. Article Source: IANS
ODI cricket's future hinges on this major ICC plan
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Andrew Flintoff's Son Rocky Hits First Professional Century For Lancashire
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Sussex allrounder Danny Lamb retires at 30 on medical advice
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Winning 2027 WC Is A Goal; I'd Love To Finish Off My Career With A Trophy: Miller
Cricket World Cup: South Africas veteran middle-order batter David Miller has expressed his deep desire to finish his career by lifting the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027 on home soil, adding that he remains driven to secure the ultimate prize in familiar conditions. The tournament is scheduled to be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia from October 4 to November 21, 2027. South Africa are yet to win an ODI World Cup and South Africa reached the semi-finals in 2023, before losing to Australia in the semi-final in Kolkata. Yeah, I am really looking forward to it. For me, its a goal that I want to achieve. I would love to finish off late in my career with a trophy. So, for me, its a goal that I would love to be a part of that World Cup team. Its something that is never guaranteed, and Ill definitely, from now until then, be focused on aiming to make that team and to contribute the best I can. Obviously, it will be very special, being at home in front of our fans and in a place that Ive played for so many years. So, it would be fantastic to be a part of that team, Miller told JioStar. Miller, who scored 166 runs in eight matches for Southern Brave in The Hundred 2026, opened up about his longevity and the art of finishing matches with aplomb. Probably the fact that Ive made a career by batting in the middle order and finishing games; that would be something Im most proud of. Its something that takes a long time to kind of conquer and master. Im still learning all the time, but at least Ive had a long career in that department, and Ive really enjoyed going about chasing innings, especially. Having spent over a decade in the IPL, Miller singled out his title-winning run with Gujarat Titans in 2022 as his best moment of being in the competition. My favourite moment in the IPL... there have been many, but we obviously play to win, so definitely winning the IPL for Gujarat Titans would be that. Its something that takes a long time to kind of conquer and master. Im still learning all the time, but at least Ive had a long career in that department, and Ive really enjoyed going about chasing innings, especially. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think there was a lot at stake there, and it kind of set my career up if I look back at it now. Then there was another knock that Ill always remember as well, the one in Durban against Australia. We chased down a score there as well and I scored a hundred, 118 not out or something. So, those two knocks under pressure, scoring hundreds, theyll always kind of stand out, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Mohammed Siraj Turns Barber For Returning Sarfaraz Khan, Video Goes Viral
Mohammed Siraj is seen approaching Sarfaraz Khan and offering him a haircut. However, the batter doesn't seem very interested and appears doubtful of his teammate's skills.
Sri Lanka Recall Dickwella, Madushanka For First Test Against India
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Dickwella, Madushanka return to Sri Lanka Test squad
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Sri Lanka finally announce squad for first Test vs India, starting August 15
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ICC Rankings: Babar Back In Test Top 10 As Pakistan Stars Surge After WI Win
Test World Test Championship: Pakistan's successful Caribbean campaign has translated into a significant boost in the latest ICC Men's Test Player Rankings, with captain Babar Azam returning to the top 10 while Abdullah Shafique and Sajid Khan also made notable gains. Babar's rise comes after Pakistan secured an eight-wicket victory over the West Indies in Port of Spain to level the two-Test World Test Championship series. The right-hander played a decisive role in the win, scoring 88 in the first innings before remaining unbeaten on 24 in the chase. The performance lifted Babar five places to 10th among Test batters, marking his return to the elite group for the first time since September 2024. He had previously spent five consecutive years inside the top 10, reaching a career-high second position in December 2022. The biggest leap among Pakistan's batters, however, came from Abdullah Shafique. The recalled No.3 was named Player of the Match after an unbeaten 160 in the first innings and 24 not out in the second. His outstanding performance propelled him 25 places to 32nd. Sajid Khan also benefited from Pakistan's victory, moving five places to 30th in the Test bowling rankings after another influential outing with his off-spin. Mohammad Ali climbed eight places to 85th, while left-arm spinner Ali Usman made one of the biggest jumps of the update, rising 58 spots to 97th. West Indies fast bowler Shamar Joseph moved up one place to 19th following his three-wicket match haul. Brandon King, despite being unable to bat in the second innings because of a back injury, climbed to a joint-69th position after making 46 from 50 deliveries. At the top of the Test rankings, Australia's Travis Head continues to lead the batting charts, while India's premier pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah remains No.1 among Test bowlers. Ravindra Jadeja retains the top spot in the all-rounders' rankings. The latest ODI rankings have also seen movement following Afghanistan's series against Ireland. Rahmanullah Gurbaz climbed three places to 11th after scores of 32 and 71, while Hashmatullah Shahidi moved up four places to 50th. At the top of the Test rankings, Australia's Travis Head continues to lead the batting charts, while India's premier pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah remains No.1 among Test bowlers. Ravindra Jadeja retains the top spot in the all-rounders' rankings. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Despite Pakistan's revival, both Pakistan and the West Indies remain at the bottom of the World Test Championship standings. Australia lead the table with 87.50 percentage points, followed by South Africa on 75.00 and New Zealand on 72.22. Article Source: IANS
Mendis, Nissanka ruled out of first Test against India, Nuwantha earns maiden call-up
Colombo, Aug 12 (IANS) Key batters Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka have been ruled out of Sri Lankas first Test against India, starting on August 15 in Galle, as Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Wednesday announced a 16-member squad led by all-rounder Dhananjaya de Silva. Mendis sustained a right hamstring injury while taking a run []
BPH vs ML: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 32, The Hundred Mens 2026
BPH vs ML,Approaching Milestones and Records :Birmingham Phoenix became the first team to be eliminated from the Hundred Men's 2026. They started the season with a win, but since then they have lost six consecutive matches. They are struggling to get over the line. That has eliminated them from the race. They will now be playing their last game of the season. Can they break the six-match losing streak? Birmingham Phoenix will lock horns with MI London on Wednesday at 11 PM IST at Edgbaston in Birmingham. The Phoenix will look to end the season with a win. On the other hand, MI London need this win to keep their hopes alive. The biggest positive for them is that they will play last and they will know all scenarios to qualify. That is where they can plan well and execute. But one thing is sure: they need a big win to improve their NRR, which is not good as compared to other teams in the race. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in theBPH vs ML Match 32 at the Edgbaston in Birmingham. BPH vs ML: Approaching Test Records and Cricket Milestones Ahead of the BPH vs MLMatch 32 atEdgbaston in Birmingham 5 - Laurie Evans needs five more sixes to reach the landmark of 300 T20 sixes. 5 - Jordan Thompson has been a pretty good all-rounder in the shorter format. He is just five wickets away from reaching 150 T20 wickets. 51 - Will Jacks has been in good form with the bat. He needs 51 more runs to complete 7000 T20 runs in his career. 53 - Nicholas Pooran has scored 11201 runs in T20 cricket. He needs 53 more runs to surpass Jason Roy and become the 16th highest scorer in T20 overall. 1 - Sikandar Raza needs one more six to complete 350 sixes in T20 cricket. 4 - Nathan Sowter has 196 wickets in his T20 cricket and needs four more to touch the milestone of 200 T20 wickets. 7 - Joe Clarke needs 7 more runs to complete 1000 runs in the Hundred Men's League. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 4 - Will Jacks needs four more runs to surpass Ben Duckett and become the leading scorer in the Hundred Men's League. Two more boundaries for him will make him the first batter to smash 200 boundaries in this league.
Rare home winter Tests for Australia as they clash against Bangladesh
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Gulf Giants Add Miller, Klaasen; Omarzai, Muzarabani Return Ahead Of ILT20 Season 5
The South African: Gulf Giants have strengthened their squad ahead of the ILT20 Season 5 Player Auction, securing the services of South African powerhouses David Miller and Heinrich Klaasen as pre-auction signings. The inaugural champions have also retained the services of Afghanistan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai and Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani, bringing four established international names into their squad for the upcoming season, which will run from November 22 to December 20, 2026. The signings give Gulf Giants considerable firepower across departments as they look to reclaim the title they won in the tournament's inaugural edition in 2023. Gulf Giants head coach Simon Helmot welcomed the additions, saying, We are delighted to welcome David and Heinrich to the Gulf Giants family while bringing back Azmatullah and Blessing. They are world-class players and proven match-winners who add tremendous quality and depth to our squad. We've built a strong foundation, and the Player Auction gives us another opportunity to complete our squad as we prepare for Season 5. Miller brings extensive experience to the Giants' batting unit. The South African has featured in 571 T20 matches and accumulated more than 12,000 runs across international and franchise cricket. His rsum also includes a key contribution to Gujarat Titans' IPL title triumph in 2022. Klaasen, meanwhile, adds another explosive option to the middle order while also providing wicketkeeping cover. The South African wicketkeeper-batter has scored more than 6,900 runs in 294 T20 appearances and is set to make his first ILT20 appearance in the upcoming season. Omarzai's return follows an impressive debut campaign with the franchise. The Afghanistan all-rounder contributed 233 runs and 12 wickets in 10 matches last season, establishing himself as an important two-way option for the Giants. Muzarabani is also back after injury ruled him out of the previous campaign. The Zimbabwe quick has taken 22 wickets in 17 matches for Gulf Giants since joining the franchise in 2023. His most productive season came in 2024-25, when he claimed 16 wickets in 10 games. Omarzai's return follows an impressive debut campaign with the franchise. The Afghanistan all-rounder contributed 233 runs and 12 wickets in 10 matches last season, establishing himself as an important two-way option for the Giants. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The franchise will be aiming to build on its status as the competition's inaugural champions when the fifth edition of the ILT20 gets underway on November 22. Article Source: IANS
After North Delhi Strikers: After North Delhi Strikers produced a strong all-round performance to beat West Delhi Lions by eight wickets in the Delhi Premier League (DPL), Mayank Dagar, who was the standout bowler for his side, lauded North Delhi skipper Sarthak Ranjan, who continued his fine run with the bat. North Delhi Strikers produced a dominant performance to beat West Delhi Lions by eight wickets in the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Reflecting on the win, Mayank Dagar said, It was a very dominant win for us. We restricted them with the ball and then finished the chase comfortably. Our combination is very good. Everyone knows their role, and that is the most important thing in a team. The coordination between all of us has been going really well. If you look at our batting, our middle order and lower middle order havent even had a chance to bat yet. That is a very good sign because our top order is taking responsibility and performing, he added. Praising captain Sarthak, he said, Touch wood, the way our captain is playing has been fantastic. We have played a lot of cricket together, from Under-16 and Under-19 levels, so I have seen him grow as a player and as a person. He truly deserves this opportunity. Dagar, who finished with impressive figures of 2-14 in four overs, also revealed the inspiration behind his special wicket celebration. It was actually inspired by Paul Pogba. When I first started watching football, I saw him doing that celebration, and I really liked it. So, I decided to do the same today. Batting first, West Delhi Lions were restricted to 146/7 in their 20 overs after a disciplined bowling effort from the Strikers. The Lions made a steady start, adding 36 runs for the opening wicket, but the dismissal of Ankit Kumar for 10 off 10 balls triggered a collapse. The Lions soon slipped to 59/5 as the Strikers continued to pick up wickets at regular intervals. Mayank Gusain and Sombir Sheokand then put together a 68-run partnership for the sixth wicket to help their team recover. Sheokand scored 34 off 24 balls before being dismissed, while Gusain remained unbeaten on 42 off 28 balls to take the Lions to 146/7. Dagar was the pick of the Strikers' bowlers, returning excellent figures of 2/14 from his four overs. Chasing 147, North Delhi Strikers got off to a flying start. Captain Sarthak and Vaibhav Kandpal added 106 runs for the opening wicket, putting the chase firmly in control. Dagar was the pick of the Strikers' bowlers, returning excellent figures of 2/14 from his four overs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score North Delhi Strikers reached the target with eight wickets in hand, completing a convincing victory and continuing their strong run in the tournament. Article Source: IANS
Pakistan Opener Shan Masood Returns To Training Ahead Of England Tests
Professional County Club Select XI: Pakistan received a major boost ahead of the start of their World Test Championship campaign in England, with Shan Masood stepping back into batting practice after recovering from a finger injury. The left-hander joined his teammates at Kent County Cricket Club in Beckenham on Tuesday, taking part in the squad's training programme under the watch of Pakistan's medical staff. His return to the nets comes less than a fortnight before the opening Test against England in Leeds, beginning on August 19. Masood was forced out of Pakistan's recent Caribbean campaign after damaging his finger during the first Test against the West Indies. He subsequently missed the second match, although Pakistan went on to secure a significant away victory, their first on foreign soil since 2023, to complete a positive turnaround in the series. His participation in batting practice now gives Pakistan hope that their experienced top-order option will be available when the three-Test series against England gets underway. The national Test squad took part in a practice session at Kent County Cricket Club in Beckenham. The players participated in batting and bowling net practice during the session. Injured batter Shan Masood also took part in the practice session. Under the supervision of the medical team, he carried out batting practice, Pakistan stated, as quoted by ICC. Masood's fitness will be closely monitored over the coming days as Pakistan prepare for their first WTC fixture of the 2025-27 cycle against England. The visitors currently occupy eighth position in the championship table and will be looking to build on the momentum generated by their Caribbean success. The national Test squad took part in a practice session at Kent County Cricket Club in Beckenham. The players participated in batting and bowling net practice during the session. Injured batter Shan Masood also took part in the practice session. Under the supervision of the medical team, he carried out batting practice, Pakistan stated, as quoted by ICC. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The fixture is expected to provide valuable preparation time for the squad before the Test series begins. Article Source: IANS
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Is Litton Das fit to play Bangladesh's first Test vs Australia in Darwin? Najmul Shanto answers
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Rahane To Make Test Commentary Debut During India Tour Of SL
Sony Pictures Networks India: Ajinkya Rahane is set to trade the crease for the commentary box as the former India captain embarks on the next chapter of his cricketing career during the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka. He will make his Test commentary debut when Indias tour of Sri Lanka gets underway on August 15. The move comes shortly after Rahane ended a first-class career that spanned nearly 18 years. Having spent much of that time operating in the demanding environment of Test cricket, the 37-year-old will now offer his perspective from the other side of the boundary, analysing the tactical decisions and defining moments that shape a five-day contest. Rahane leaves behind an impressive Test record. Across 85 matches for India, he scored 5,077 runs, with 12 centuries and 26 half-centuries. His experience of playing in varied conditions and handling pressure at the highest level is expected to bring an insider's perspective to the broadcast. Rahane said the transition will give him an opportunity to view the format from an entirely different vantage point. Rahane leaves behind an impressive Test record. Across 85 matches for India, he scored 5,077 runs, with 12 centuries and 26 half-centuries. His experience of playing in varied conditions and handling pressure at the highest level is expected to bring an insider's perspective to the broadcast. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer and Business Head, Sports and International, Sony Pictures Networks India, said, Ajinkya Rahane has always stood out for his composure, resilience and astute reading of the game. As he makes his Test commentary debut on Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV, viewers will get to hear his perspective on the format he knows so well. We are delighted to have him as part of our commentary panel for Indias tour of Sri Lanka and look forward to the experience and insight he will bring to our coverage. Article Source: IANS
'The More You Taste Success, The More You Want To Be There': Jemimah Eyes Champions Trophy Glory
Cricket World Cup: Jemimah Rodrigues believes Indias maiden ICC Womens Cricket World Cup triumph has only increased the teams hunger for success, with the experienced batter eager to replicate that feeling when India compete in the inaugural Womens Champions Trophy. Indias World Cup triumph on home soil last year was a landmark moment for the team and gave Rodrigues and her teammates a taste of what it takes to win an international title. The batter feels that achievement has further motivated the side to compete for more silverware. Weve tasted success once, and we know what it feels like to be at the top. The more you taste it, the more you want to be there, Rodrigues said on Jio Star. Our team is working towards that, and yes, the Champions Trophy is going to be very special. Its happening for the first time ever in womens cricket, and Ill be a part of it for the first time as well, so itll be pretty special, and Im really looking forward to it, she said. I think mindset-wise, nothing changes. At the end of the day, its about the team and how to make the team win, and that always stays, she added. Before shifting their complete focus to the Champions Trophy, India will face a challenging multi-format tour of South Africa in December. The seven-match assignment will begin with a one-off Test in Gqeberha from December 9, followed by a three-match ODI series from December 16 and three T20Is from December 26. Jemimah is looking forward to another series against South Africa, whom India defeated to clinch their maiden Womens Cricket World Cup title. Its going to be a really exciting series for sure. Both teams have been doing really well. Weve had a lot of rivalry lately and played a lot of matches against South Africa. I think its going to be great, with two of the top teams in the world facing each other in South Africa. Its going to be a great challenge, and were really looking forward to it, she said. Jemimah is looking forward to another series against South Africa, whom India defeated to clinch their maiden Womens Cricket World Cup title. Also Read: Live Cricket Score She produced two Player of the Match performances during the campaign before a hamstring injury brought her stint to an early end. Article Source: IANS
Afghanistan to host India for T20I series in Delhi
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Delhi To Host Afghanistan's 'home' T20I Series Against India In September
Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium: Delhi is set to become the stage for another chapter in the growing India-Afghanistan cricket relationship, with the two boards confirming a three-match T20I series at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in September. Afghanistan will be the host, despite all three matches being played in India. The arrangement continues Afghanistans recent practice of staging home fixtures outside the country, with India serving as one of its principal venues. The opening T20I will be played on September 13, followed by matches on September 15 and 17. All three encounters will be held at the same venue. For Afghanistan, the series represents another opportunity to test itself against one of the leading sides in world cricket while further strengthening its association with the BCCI. The fixtures form part of Afghanistans Future Tours Program. The BCCI remains committed to supporting the growth of cricket in Afghanistan and providing its players with opportunities to compete at the highest level. Bilateral cricket is an important part of this, as it allows teams to play regularly against quality opposition and gain valuable experience. We welcome the Afghanistan Cricket Board to India for this series and look forward to working closely with them to make it a successful one. We believe there is scope to do more together and will continue to support Afghanistan cricket while strengthening the relationship between the two cricketing nations, BCCI President Mithun Manhas. The series will also complete a three-format cycle between the teams in 2026. India and Afghanistan met in a Test and ODI series in June, following their previous three-match T20I contest in January 2024. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said, The India-Afghanistan cricketing rivalry has produced some thrilling encounters over the years, with both teams boasting quality cricketers. Afghanistans players are also quite popular among fans in India, which is a reflection of the strong bond that has developed between the two cricketing nations. India hosting Afghanistan for their historic first Test in 2018 was another significant milestone in this journey, and since then, we have continued to see regular bilateral engagements between the two teams. We recently hosted Afghanistan for a Test and ODI series in June, and this T20I series will mean the two teams have now competed against each other across all three formats. We look forward to welcoming the Afghanistan team to Delhi and are confident that this will be an exciting and memorable series. For Afghanistan Cricket Board chairman Mirwais Ashraf, the series carries significance beyond the cricket itself. This series holds great significance for Afghanistan cricket and represents another important step in the development of our longstanding relationship with the BCCI. Hosting India for a bilateral series in India is a significant milestone for us, and we highly value the cooperation and support of the BCCI in making this event possible. We have hosted our home fixtures in both India and the UAE in recent years, and given the importance and scale of this series, we believe India provides an excellent setting for the event. We are confident that the series will create valuable opportunities across commercial, technical, and cricketing areas, while adding a new dimension to our bilateral engagement. We look forward to a successful series and to further strengthening our partnership with the BCCI, Ashraf said. DDCA President Rohan Jaitley also welcomed the decision to bring the series to the capital, saying, We are delighted to welcome both teams to the Arun Jaitley Stadium for what promises to be an exciting T20I series. We look forward to hosting the teams and providing them with the best possible facilities and a memorable experience. I am confident that the three matches will give fans in Delhi an opportunity to enjoy some exciting cricket and further add to the rich history of international cricket at this iconic venue. The three-match series will begin on September 13, with Delhi hosting all three Afghanistan home fixtures. 1st T20I- September 13 The three-match series will begin on September 13, with Delhi hosting all three Afghanistan home fixtures. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 3rd T20I- September 17 Article Source: IANS
Afghanistan set to host India in three-match T20I series in Delhi; check details
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have confirmed the upcoming three-match T20I series against Afghanistan. The series will kick off on September 13, with the second and third matches being played on September 15 and 17, respectively. Delhis Arun Jaitley Stadium will host all three matches of the series.
'Bounce is the key' as Bangladesh look to rebound from 54 all out, says Shanto
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Hazlewood Edges Boland As Australia Reunite 'big Three' For 1st Bangladesh Test
Bangladesh Test: Australia will begin their Test summer with Josh Hazlewood back in the XI, leaving Scott Boland as the notable omission for their series opener against Bangladesh. Pat Cummins confirmed the combination on the eve of Australia's first Test at the venue in 20 years, with Hazlewood joining Cummins and Mitchell Starc to restore a pace trio that has not played together for more than a year. Nathan Lyon also returned after recovering from the hamstring injury that curtailed his Ashes campaign. Boland's absence is a harsh reward for a bowler who was one of Australia's most dependable performers last summer. He played every Test of the Ashes as injuries disrupted Australia's bowling group, but the competition for places has intensified with Cummins, Hazlewood and Lyon now fit. They're both pretty class, aren't they? We were pretty certain we wanted 'Lyono' in the side, so (it came down to) working out what the make-up of the quicks were. It's always a pretty tight call. It's one of those ones where there's not much you can say to Scotty other than obviously there's a lot of cricket coming up. But he knows his worth and how good he is. I'm sure he'll be out there at some point pretty soon, Cummins said on the selection between Hazlewood and Boland, as quoted by cricket.com.au. The selection also signals a shift in Australia's batting order. Cameron Green moves up to No. 5, while wicketkeeper Alex Carey remains at No.6 and Beau Webster occupies the No.7 allrounder's position. Carey had been considered for a promotion following Usman Khawaja's retirement, but Australia have opted to preserve a combination that worked during the Ashes. 'Kez' has won a few games for us at number six. We like that combination of him and Webster at six, seven. We feel like Greeny's a good number five you can try and get funky, but we thought that's kind of how the team will function the best. Pretty good problem to have when someone like Kez could bat even higher than he is, the Aussie skipper added. The Darwin surface remains something of an unknown, with limited first-class cricket played at Marrara Stadium. Australia A's match against Sri Lanka A last year is the only first-class fixture there in two decades, while pace bowlers found considerably more success than spinners. Australia will therefore head into the opening Test without a clear blueprint for conditions. Bangladesh are expected to have two experienced spinners in Mahedi Hasan and Taijul Islam, who together bring more than 500 Test wickets. The Darwin surface remains something of an unknown, with limited first-class cricket played at Marrara Stadium. Australia A's match against Sri Lanka A last year is the only first-class fixture there in two decades, while pace bowlers found considerably more success than spinners. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Australia XI: Jake Weatherald, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Cameron Green, Alex Carey, Beau Webster, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins (c), Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood. Article Source: IANS
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Sarthak, Vaibhav Power North Delhi Strikers To 8-wicket Win Over West Delhi Lions
North Delhi Strikers: North Delhi Strikers produced a dominant performance to beat West Delhi Lions by eight wickets in the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Batting first, West Delhi Lions were restricted to 146/7 in their 20 overs after a disciplined bowling effort from the Strikers. The Lions made a steady start, putting together 36 runs for the opening wicket. However, the dismissal of Ankit Kumar for 10 off 10 balls triggered a collapse. The Lions soon slipped to 59/5 as the Strikers kept picking up wickets at regular intervals. Mayank Gusain and Sombir Sheokand then came to their team's rescue, adding 68 runs for the sixth wicket to rebuild the innings. Sheokand scored a useful 34 off 24 balls before being dismissed, while Gusain stayed unbeaten on 42 off 28 deliveries to help the Lions reach 146/7. Mayank Dagar was the standout bowler for North Delhi Strikers, finishing with excellent figures of 2/14 from his four overs. In reply, the Strikers made a flying start as captain Sarthak Ranjan and Vaibhav Kandpal put together a commanding 106-run opening partnership. Mayank Dagar was the standout bowler for North Delhi Strikers, finishing with excellent figures of 2/14 from his four overs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Strikers comfortably completed the chase with eight wickets in hand, underlining their dominance from the start of the match. Article Source: IANS
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BPH vs ML Match 32, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
BPH vs ML Match 32,Cricket Tips: The group stage in the Hundred Men's 2026 has come to its end, and there is still one spot left in the next round. The last group game will be a contest between Birmingham Phoenix and MI London. This contest is scheduled to start at 11 PM IST on Wednesday at Edgbaston in Birmingham. Both teams will enter this game with different motives. The host, Birmingham Phoenix, have been eliminated from the competition and are at the bottom of the points table. They will be aiming to end the tournament with a win and break the six-match losing streak. MI London certainly need this win by a big margin to surpass Sunrisers Leeds' NRR and strengthen their chance for the Eliminator. BPH vs ML: Match Details Date : August 12, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 11:00 PM IST Venue : Edgbaston, Birmingham BPH vs ML: Live Streaming Details Indian fans can switch to Star Sports Networks to watch the BPH vs ML clash. For the live stream, fans can watch the game through the Jio Hotstar app or website. BPH vs ML: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches: 5 Birmingham Phoenix : 4 MI London : 1 No-result: 0 BPH vs ML: Ground Pitch Report Edgbaston is a good venue for the batters. It is considered a high-scoring venue, where batting teams have enjoyed their time. The bowlers will have to find the right lengths, and defending a total will be difficult here. The records show that the chasing team has done well here. BPH vs ML: Possible XIs Birmingham Phoenix: Joe Clarke (wk), Mitchell Owen, Joe Weatherley, Laurie Evans, Donovan Ferreira (c), Sean Dickson, Jordan Thompson, Rehan Ahmed, Tom Helm, Saqib Mahmood, Usman Tariq MI London : James Vince, Will Jacks, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Sam Curran (c), Ollie Pope, Sikandar Raza, Trent Boult, Tom Curran, Richard Gleeson, Nathan Sowter BPH vs ML: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Joe Clarke has been the top scorer for the Phoenix, and he is the only batter who has shown some form. For MI London, Will Jacks has been setting the tone with the bat early on. Probable Best Bowler Saqib Mahmood has shown maturity under pressure and will be the one to watch out for. For MI London, Richard Gleeson has been a game-changer with the ball. Today Match Prediction: MI London are in good form, while Birmingham Phoenix are struggling for a single win. Hence, we predict a win for MI London. BPH vs ML Match 32, The Hundred Men's Competition 2026, Today Match BPH vs ML, BPH vs ML Prediction, BPH vs ML Predicted XIs, Injury Update for BPH vs MLMatch Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
WEF vs LNS: Approaching Milestones and Records Ahead of Match 31, The Hundred Mens 2026
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WEF vs LNS Match 31, The Hundred Mens 2026 Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
WEF vs LNS Match 31,Cricket Tips: The final day of the group stage in the Hundred Men's 2026 has come, and the tournament will be heading to its final stage. Two games are scheduled to be played on Wednesday, and the first match will be played between Welsh Fire and London Spirit. This contest will kick off at 7:30 PM IST at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. It has been yet another disappointing season for London Spirit. They have been eliminated from the competition. Welsh Fire are in a must-win situation. They are searching for a win here to stay in the race. But a defeat here can knock them out of the competition. WEF vs LNS: Match Details Date : August 12, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Sophia Gardens, Cardiff WEF vs LNS: Live Streaming Details The live action of the WEF vs LNS clash will be available on the Star Sports Networks in India. The live stream of the game will be available on the Jio Hotstar app or website. WEF vs LNS: Head-to-Head in The Hundred Total Matches : 5 Welsh Fire : 2 London Spirit 3 No-result : 0 WEF vs LNS: Ground Pitch Report Sophia Gardens offers a bowling-friendly wicket. The average score here is around 120-130, and the chasing team has done well. Fast bowlers will get movement and swing with the new ball and spinners will can get turn the ball. WEF vs LNS: Possible XIs Welsh Fire : Phil Salt (c & wk), Matthew Short, Rachin Ravindra, Joe Root, Jordan Cox, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Jordan Clark, Marco Jansen, Chris Woakes, Lockie Ferguson, Sam Cook London Spirit: Jonny Bairstow (wk), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Liam Livingstone (c), James Coles, David Willey, Jamie Overton, Joseph Moores, Mason Crane, Henry Crocombe, Adam Milne WEF vs LNS : Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Phil Salt and Liam Livingstone are two batters who like to take on the opposition. They can be dangerous if they get set. Probable Best Bowler Adam Milne and Lockie Ferguson are two Kiwi bowlers who are known for their wicket-taking ability at different stages of the game. Today Match Prediction: London Spirit have been below-average this season, while Welsh Fire have been in tremendous form. Hence, we predict Welsh Fire will win this game. WEF vs LNS Match 31, The Hundred Men's Competition 2026, Today Match WEF vs LNS, WEF vs LNS Prediction, WEF vs LNS Predicted XIs, Injury Update for WEF vs LNS Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
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IRE vs AFG 4thODI Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
IRE vs AFG 4th ODI, Cricket Tips: Afghanistan have produced two great performances and beaten the hosts in two consecutive matches. Rashid Khan has played crucial roles and won the MOTM awards to take his team to the 2027 ODI World Cup qualification. Afghanistan have also taken an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the series. The fourth ODI between Ireland and Afghanistan will take place on Wednesday at Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast at 3:15 PM IST. The visitors will look to win the series as they head into the fourth ODI. Ireland have struggled with the bat, and the Irish batters have failed against the spin. IRE vs AFG: Match Details Date : August 12, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 3:15 PM IST Venue : Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast IRE vs AFG: Live Streaming Details In India, fans can watch the live stream of this game on the FanCode mobile app or website. IRE vs AFG: Head-to-Head in ODIs Total Matches: 35 Afghanistan : 20 Ireland : 13 No-result: 02 IRE vs AFG: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Belfast is tough to bat on. Early on, fast bowlers will get swing and movement for the first few overs. Spinners have also done well here in the lateral stages of the game. The toss will be important here, because batting first has done well. IRE vs AFG: Possible XIs Ireland : Paul Stirling (c), Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Cade Carmichael, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, Mark Adair, Ben Calitz, Gavin Hoey, Jai Moondra, Byron McDonough Afghanistan : Ibrahim Zadran, Sediq Atal, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Rahmat Shah (c), Hashmatullah Shahidi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Darwish Rasooli, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Yamin Ahmadzai IRE vs AFG: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Cade Carmichael has been the top scorer for Ireland and has done well on these tough wickets. For Afghanistan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz is someone who can take down the opponent at the top and is very tough to bowl at. Probable Best Bowler Rashid Khan and Mark Adair are two bowlers who have been the highest wicket-takers for their respective teams. They have been pretty excellent with variations. Today Match Prediction: Afghanistan have shown good form in this series, and they are expected to win the fourth match also. IRE vs AFG Match 4th ODI, Today Match IRE vs AFG, IRE vs AFG Prediction, IRE vs AFG Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Ireland vs Afghanistan Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
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Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: Top T20 superstars David Miller, Finn Allen, Heinrich Klaasen and Marcus Stoinis will headline the star-studded pre-auction signings for the fifth season of the International League T20 (ILT20), with the six franchises strengthening their squads ahead of the player auction on October 1. New Zealand opener Finn Allen will join Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, while South African batting duo Miller and Klaasen have been signed by Gulf Giants. Australian all-rounder Stoinis will return to the competition with Dubai Capitals after a three-year gap. Allen, Miller and Klaasen will make their maiden appearances in the ILT20, while Stoinis returns to the league after previously featuring in its inaugural season. Several established ILT20 names will also return to their Season 4 franchises. Jason Holder and Sunil Narine will continue with Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, while defending champions Desert Vipers have retained Shimron Hetmyer, along with Andries Gous and Dan Lawrence. Dubai Capitals have retained Mustafizur Rahman and Rovman Powell, while MI Emirates will once again have the services of Nicholas Pooran, Rashid Khan and Romario Shepherd. Sikandar Raza will return to Sharjah Warriorz. Gulf Giants have retained Afghanistan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai and fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani. Desert Vipers, meanwhile, have added Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, who played for Dubai Capitals in Season 4. MI Emirates have signed West Indies all-rounder Sherfane Rutherford, while Sharjah Warriorz have brought in Adam Milne, James Vince and Waqar Salamkheil. Allen is among the most destructive openers in T20 cricket. The 27-year-old smashed a 33-ball century against South Africa in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal. He has scored 1,663 runs in 62 T20Is for New Zealand at a strike rate of 170.73, including three centuries. Miller, one of South Africas most experienced T20 batters, has accumulated 2,804 runs in 140 T20Is at an average of 33.78 and a strike rate of 141.40. Klaasen has scored 1,000 T20I runs for South Africa in 58 matches and is regarded as one of the most destructive batters in the format, particularly against spin. He has also amassed close to 7,000 runs across nearly 300 T20 appearances. Stoinis, a member of Australias T20 World Cup-winning team in 2021, has scored 1,416 runs in 87 T20Is at a strike rate of 146.28. He has also taken 53 wickets with his right-arm medium pace. The six franchises were allowed to sign four overseas players before the auction, with the pre-auction signing process completed on August 3. The teams will complete their squads at the ILT20 Season 5 Player Auction in Dubai on October 1. Each franchise will have a minimum of 18 and a maximum of 23 players, with UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and additional overseas players available for selection at the auction. Players can register for the auction until September 12. Following the auction, each franchise will also be allowed to make one further Wildcard signing. The sixth-team, 34-match ILT20 Season 5 is scheduled to be played in November and December 2026. ILT20 Season 5 List of Pre-Auction Signings: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: Finn Allen Pre-Auction Signing Jason Holder Pre-Auction Signing (Played for ADKR as Wildcard in Season 4) Matthew Tromp Pre-Auction Signing Sunil Narine Returns to the squad Desert Vipers: Andries Gous Returns to the squad Dan Lawrence Returns to the squad Mujeeb-ur-Rahman Pre-Auction Signing (Played for Dubai Capitals in Season 4) Shimron Hetmyer Pre-Auction Signing (Played for DV as Wildcard in Season 4) Dubai Capitals: Marcus Stoinis Pre-Auction Signing Mustafizur Rahman Returns to the squad Noor Ahmad Pre-Auction Signing (played for the Vipers in Season 4) Rovman Powell Returns to the squad Gulf Giants: Azmatullah Omarzai Returns to the squad Blessing Muzarabani Returns to the squad David Miller Pre-Auction Signing Heinrich Klaasen Pre-Auction Signing MI Emirates: Nicholas Pooran Returns to the squad Rashid Khan Returns to the squad Romario Shepherd Returns to the squad Sherfane Rutherford Pre-Auction Signing Sharjah Warriorz: Adam Milne Pre-Auction Signing (played for the Warriorz in Season 3) James Vince Pre-Auction Signing Adam Milne Pre-Auction Signing (played for the Warriorz in Season 3) Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sikandar Raza Returns to the squad Article Source: IANS
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