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The road to the summit of age-group cricket has reached its penultimate stage as the International Cricket Council (ICC) officially confirmed the match officials for the high-stakes semi-finals of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026. With four of the world’s most promising youth teams remaining in the hunt for the prestigious silverware, the Emirates ICC International Panels of …

Former England wicketkeeper and current Gujarat Giants fielding coach Sarah Taylor believes the Women’s Premier League (WPL) has fast-tracked the evolution of women’s cricket in India, particularly in terms of power-hitting and match awareness. “It’s scary how fast they’re improving”: Sarah Taylor on India’s new era In an interview with Press Trust of India (PTI), Taylor highlighted how dramatically the …

The 16th edition of the Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 is nearing its climax, with the semifinals set to take place on Tuesday, February 3, and Wednesday, February 4, followed by the much-anticipated final on February 6. The high-stakes matches will be hosted across iconic venues in Zimbabwe. The first semifinal will see Australia U-19 Men face off against …

As the sun sets over the scenic Pallekele International Cricket Stadium tomorrow, England will look to complete a clean sweep, while Sri Lanka fights for pride and momentum ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup. England enter this final fixture with an unassailable 2-0 lead, having shown clinical efficiency in the first two rain-affected encounters. For the hosts, this is …

As the dust settles on the Super Six stage in Zimbabwe, the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 has whittled down sixteen aspiring nations to just four. India, Afghanistan, Australia, and England have emerged as the cream of the crop, each bringing a distinct brand of cricket to the knockout rounds. With the semi-finals scheduled for February 3 and 4, the …

England sealed the three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka with a six-wicket victory via the DLS method in the second encounter at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, February 1. In a match heavily influenced by rain interruptions, Tom Banton’s composed yet attacking knock proved decisive as England successfully chased a revised target of 168 in 17 overs. The …

Sri Lanka head into the second T20I at Pallekele with their backs against the wall, knowing that a win is the only way to stay alive in the three-match series against England. Sri Lanka were thoroughly outplayed in the opening game, where England’s clinical approach – powered by assured knocks from Phil Salt and Sam Curran – proved too strong …

England all-rounder Sam Curran produced a dramatic turnaround in the opening T20I of the three-match series against Sri Lanka at Pallekele, sealing a memorable hat-trick after enduring a difficult start with the ball. Curran’s heroics in the penultimate over proved decisive in a rain-affected contest, helping England restrict the hosts to a modest 133 in a 17-overs-per-side match. Sam Curran’s …

The build-up to the eleventh season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) has been rocked by significant player withdrawals, as high-profile international stars Glenn Maxwell, Harry Brook, and Faf du Plessis have reportedly opted out of the 2026 tournament. This triple blow comes amidst broader concerns about the league’s ability to attract top overseas talent, leading to an extended …

With the T20 World Cup 2026 drawing closer, conversations around favourites and potential champions have already begun to dominate cricketing discussions. The tournament promises high-octane clashes, packed stadiums, and intense pressure, especially with several top teams entering the event in strong form. Amid this build-up, England batter Phil Salt has offered a refreshing and honest take, naming one side as …