Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir has a problem.
‘He keeps getting better’: Kohli returns to sprinkle stardust on England v India ODI series
Now based in London and gaining respite from relentless attention at home, Indian legend still has the form and aura that make him the main attraction
In a sporting summer that is challenging even the most voracious appetites, the one-day international series between England and India that gets under way next Tuesday could be viewed as the wafer-thin mint that tips people over the edge.
But for all that 50-over cricket is on the retreat, and its World Cup is still 15 months away, it is worth loosening the belt a further notch or two for this one. Virat Kohli will be back smouldering in blue for the tourists, in what will probably be the last chance to watch one of the all-time greats bat in this country.
Continue reading...BBL’s first overseas match locked in as details of landmark blockbuster revealed
Cricket Australia has confirmed next summer’s Big Bash League opener will take place in Chennai, with the Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers set to play at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday, December 12.
Big Bash club parts ways with maligned cricket venue after 15-year association
The Melbourne Renegades have ended their 15-year association with Marvel Stadium, relocating their marquee fixtures to the MCG for next summer’s Big Bash League.
‘What the heck’: India in shock cricket freefall as champs humbled in ‘ruthless’ takedown
England captain Harry Brook led the way as his side thrashed India by nine wickets at Bristol on Thursday to secure a dominant series win over the T20 world champions.
England defeat India in fourth men’s T20 cricket international – as it happens
Harry Brook pyrotechnics take England to a thrilling first T20 series win over India at Bristol
3rd over: India 24-1 (Abhishek 6, Ishan 1) Not quite working for Sooryavanshi yet here in England, he looks to the skies and pulls off his helmet, shaggy teenage hair hanging in disappointment.
A big hit too many, squares up his body and throws the bat at a ball creeping up on him– the ball shimmies at the moon before falling into the hands of Curran at mid on.
Continue reading...Fresh fallout from Stokes retirement as England accused of anti-corruption breach
The ICC has reportedly accused the ECB of breaching the anti-corruption code after sharing dressing room footage of Ben Stokes’ retirement speech before the conclusion of England’s third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
How Aussie F1 race could deny Victoria a home final as cricket schedule revealed
The Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix could force next summer’s Sheffield Shield final interstate if Victoria once again earn hosting rights for the season decider.
Fresh blow for MacGill as ex-cricket star loses bid to have drug deal sentence thrown out
Cricket legend Stuart MacGill has failed to have his sentence and conviction over a drug deal thrown out.
‘Heartbreaking’: Cricket pioneer behind iconic World Cup moment dies aged 38
Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran, who shaped the country’s early rise in international cricket, died on Tuesday after a prolonged illness, the Afghanistan Cricket Board said.
‘Atrocious’: India sinks to worst ever T20 defeat after humiliating 18-year low
India captain Shreyas Iyer said his side had been “atrocious” after suffering their worst ever T20 defeat, in terms of runs, during a humiliating thrashing by England at Trent Bridge on Tuesday.
‘Weakened side’ reality making Aussies’ 14th World Cup special — and proving a 15th is coming
As Australia dusts out the cabinet, rearranges the 13 World Cup trophies there to make room for the latest acquisition, there’s reason to pause and reflect on just how special this 2026 T20 World Cup victory is.
Aussie captain’s iconic tribute to Warnie after candid admission on ‘messy’ transition
Two hours after the conclusion of the Women’s T20 World Cup final in London, Australian captain Sophie Molineux emerged from the Lord’s dressing room and poured a bottle of beer on her head.
WORLD CHAMPIONS! Aussies thrash toothless England to reclaim T20 title
Australia thrashed England by seven wickets to win a record-extending seventh women’s T20 World Cup title in a sold-out final at Lord’s on Sunday.
Why England’s bowlers are annoyed with a global pop star ahead of World Cup final
England are annoyed their bowlers’ usual pre-game routines will be changed by the appearance of Rita Ora ahead of the Women’s T20 World Cup final against Australia at Lord’s on Sunday.