Bangladesh names uncapped Jaker Ali in their squad for India’s Test series. He replaces injured fast bowler Shoriful Islam, sidelined with a groin injury.
Matthew Short is determined to be David Warner’s successor. After a powerful performance against England, Short has strengthened his claim to open with Travis Head for Australia.
David Bedingham and Colin Ackermann smashed centuries, putting Durham in control against Lancashire with a record-breaking 268-run partnership for the fifth wicket.
Lance Morris, the fast bowler, looks forward to an early Sheffield Shield return after a frustrating battle with injuries. Despite setbacks, he remains focused on his red-ball comeback, hoping to play a key role for Western Australia.
Tom Westley’s unbeaten century and a strong partnership with Paul Walter helped Essex avoid a collapse against Nottinghamshire in their County Championship match. The duo’s 142-run stand turned Essex’s fortunes after a shaky start.
Gloucestershire secured a tense 14-run victory over Birmingham Bears, defending a low score of 138. David Payne and Ollie Price shared seven wickets, ending the Bears’ run in the T20 quarter-finals.
Mongolia suffered a historic collapse, scoring just 10 runs in a T20I match against Singapore. Singapore chased the target in five balls, led by a stunning performance from 17-year-old Harsha Bharadwaj, who claimed six wickets for just three runs.