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The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has officially appointed experienced middle-order batter Rahmat Shah Zurmati as the new captain of Afghanistan's Test and ODI teams. The decision comes after Hashmatullah Shahidi resigned from his leadership role after more than four years in charge. Wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz has been named vice-captain across both formats. Rahmat's first assignment…

West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves etched his name into cricket history on Day 3 of the opening Test against Pakistan at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba, Trinidad. In a breathtaking display of relentless seam bowling, the 32-year-old became the first bowler in recorded Test history to deliver five consecutive wicket maidens. Greaves ripped…

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has officially confirmed that Southampton's Utilita Bowl will host its first-ever men's Ashes Test match. The iconic ground will stage the fourth Test of the 2027 Ashes series between England and Australia from 21–25 July 2027. This milestone announcement marks the first time a men's Ashes match will…

The England cricket team has found a special talent in Jacob Bethell. The young all-rounder played a decisive role in England's recent ODI series victory over India. His performances under pressure proved that he belongs at the international level. Bethell is rapidly becoming one of England's most valuable young players. He contributes heavily with both…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is planning sweeping changes to the international cricket calendar. These reforms aim to improve competitive balance, increase commercial value, and support the global growth of the game. At its recent Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Edinburgh, the global governing body approved major format changes for upcoming World Cups. Additionally, administrators…

The global sporting community is mourning the loss of a true giant. Sir Garfield Sobers, widely regarded as the greatest all-rounder in the history of cricket, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2026. Cricket West Indies officially confirmed that the legendary figure died peacefully at his home in Saint Michael, Barbados, at the age of…

Indian batting icon Rohit Sharma answered his critics in the most spectacular fashion on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Playing in the series-deciding final match of the India vs England ODI series, the veteran opener struck a majestic century at Lord's Cricket Ground. Although England secured a $27$-run victory to win the three-match series $2-1$, Rohit’s…

England secured a dramatic 2-1 bilateral One Day International (ODI) series victory over India, delivering a spectacular performance in the final match. Playing at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London on Sunday, July 19, 2026, the hosts defended a massive total to seal a 27-run victory. By defeating the world's top-ranked ODI side, England…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has taken a monumental step for global inclusion in women's cricket. At its Annual Conference in Edinburgh, the ICC Board officially endorsed the continuation of the Development Pathway Programme for Afghan refugee women cricketers. This landmark decision establishes a clear, structured roadmap to integrate these displaced athletes into official international…

Zimbabwe registered a historic $2-1$ One Day International (ODI) bilateral series victory over Bangladesh, delivering one of their most significant home successes in recent memory. By winning the first two matches at the Harare Sports Club, the hosts secured an unassailable $2-0$ lead. Although Bangladesh bounced back to win the final game, Zimbabwe's clinical performance…

England completed a historic $4-0$ T20I bilateral series victory over India, delivering one of their most dominant white-ball performances in recent memory. By wrapping up a comprehensive series sweep on Saturday, July 11, 2026, the hosts officially claimed the world No. 1 spot in the ICC T20I team rankings. Conversely, India suffered its first-ever four-match…

The India women's cricket team scripted a glorious new chapter in sporting history on Monday, July 13, 2026. Harmanpreet Kaur's side registered a monumental $270$-run victory over England in the first-ever women's Test match played at Lord's Cricket Ground. Exactly $50$ years after Rachael Heyhoe Flint first led an England women's team out at the…