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The International League T20 (ILT20) 2025-26 season reached a dramatic conclusion at the Dubai International Stadium on January 4, 2026. While the final was a spectacle of elite franchise cricket, the match was momentarily overshadowed by a high-voltage confrontation between two of the game’s most intense competitors: MI Emirates captain Kieron Pollard and Pakistan‘s pace spearhead, playing for Desert Vipers, …

Australia and England served up another absorbing chapter of Ashes theatre at the Sydney Cricket Ground as the fifth Test of the 2025-26 series rolled into a dramatic Day 2 under the pink-ball lights. On a surface offering just enough for the seamers but truer than earlier in the series, England rode a vintage Joe Root masterclass to post a …

The Big Bash League (BBL|15) heads north on Monday as Sydney Sixers take on Brisbane Heat at the picturesque Coffs Harbour International Stadium. With the league phase entering the mid-stage, both sides will be keen to build momentum away from their traditional home venues. Kane Richardson returns to strengthen Sydney Sixers bowling attack Sydney Sixers have made a key change …

Former England captain Alastair Cook has addressed growing speculation surrounding his potential involvement with the England Test team as a future head coach. With Brendon McCullum currently in charge, recent media discussions have linked Cook as a possible long-term successor. While the former opener confirmed that no formal approach has been made, he admitted that contributing to England cricket in …

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 is right around the corner, and the excitement is building as the five franchises prepare for another high-octane season. Ahead of the much-anticipated tournament, Star Sports conducted an exclusive interview with India’s premier all-rounder, Deepti Sharma. During the conversation, Deepti shared her insights on the upcoming matches, potential breakout stars, and her personal expectations. …

In a major blow for both New Zealand and the Punjab Kings (PBKS), express pacer Lockie Ferguson is likely to miss a significant chunk of the 2026 cricket calendar. After sustaining a serious calf injury during his ILT20 stint with the Desert Vipers in late December 2025, Ferguson is now a major doubt for the T20 World Cup 2026 in …

The release of Mustafizur Rahman from Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) squad ahead of IPL 2026 has snowballed into a major administrative dispute between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Mustafizur, who was bought by KKR for ₹9.2 crore at the mini-auction, was officially released on January 2, following a directive from …

The Melbourne derby lived up to its billing as the Melbourne Renegades held their nerve to register a four-wicket victory over the Melbourne Stars in Match 22 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025–26 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Chasing a competitive 174, the Renegades leaned on a match-defining knock from Josh Brown to overhaul the target with one ball …

The stage is set for an exciting finale as Desert Vipers face MI Emirates in the ILT20 2025-26 final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday, January 4. For the Desert Vipers, the occasion represents a golden opportunity to clinch their maiden ILT20 title after a dominant campaign. MI Emirates, meanwhile, are chasing their second championship, relying on big-match pedigree …

The 13th Match of SA20 2026 will take place between MI Cape Town and Paarl Royals on January 04. The clash will be hosted by the iconic Newlands in Cape Town. For the home side, MI Cape Town, the situation is becoming desperate. Languishing at the bottom of the table with zero wins from four matches (3 losses, 1 No …