Pakistan cricket legend Shahid Afridi's much-anticipated appearance in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) match against India at Edgbaston was met with a thunderous reception from the 22,000 spectators. However, his performance on the field failed to live up to expectations, as he was dismissed for a

India's young team, led by Shubman Gill, bounced back from their opening defeat in the T20I series against Zimbabwe with a resounding 100-run victory in the second match in Harare. The visitors posted a formidable 234 for 2, thanks to a blistering century from Abhishek Sharma (100 off

Abhishek Sharma, the Indian opener, has revealed that he used the bat of his childhood friend and current captain, Shubman Gill, in the second T20I against Zimbabwe. Sharma credited the bat as a "lucky charm" in a "pressure game" for him. After being dismissed for naught

Persistent rain washed out the second women's T20 International between India and South Africa in Chennai on July 8, leaving the visitors with a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. India must now win the third and final T20I on Tuesday (July 9) to avoid a rare home

Jason Gillespie, the former Australian fast bowler, has taken charge as Pakistan's red-ball coach with a hectic six-month schedule ahead. Gillespie's two-year tenure begins with a two-match series against Bangladesh in August, followed by three Tests against England in October, both at home. Pakistan will then

Surrey's resilience shone through in a thrilling Vitality Blast encounter at the Kia Oval, where they edged out Kent Spitfires by a narrow five-run margin under the Duckworth/Lewis method. Despite a delayed start due to rain, Surrey managed to post a competitive 103 for 5 in their

In a thrilling encounter at the Salem Cricket Foundation ground, Nellai Royal Kings emerged victorious over Chepauk Super Gillies in the eighth edition of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL). With just three wickets and a ball to spare, Nellai Royal Kings chased down a challenging target of 167, thanks

Johnny Grave, CEO of Cricket West Indies (CWI), believes that the West Indies' successful bio-secure tour of England in 2020 can serve as a catalyst for a more equitable revenue-sharing model in Test cricket. Grave's comments come after he previously criticized the current system as "completely

Northern Diamonds emerged victorious in a thrilling Rachel Heyhoe Flint Trophy match against Western Storm, securing a six-wicket triumph via the Duckworth/Lewis/Stern method. Chasing a revised target of 199 in a rain-affected encounter, Diamonds skipper Hollie Armitage led the charge with an unbeaten century. Her 101-run knock, studded

Gloucestershire emerged victorious in a thrilling Vitality Blast South Group encounter against arch-rivals Somerset at Taunton, chasing down a target of 195 with just one ball to spare. The visitors' pursuit was spearheaded by Miles Hammond's 42 and Beau Webster's 39, while Ben Charlesworth'

Northamptonshire Steelbacks emerged victorious in a thrilling Vitality T20 Blast encounter against Durham at Wantage Road, securing a five-wicket triumph in the final over. Chasing a modest target of 141, Northamptonshire faced an uphill battle, requiring 10 runs per over in the last five. However, Lewis McManus and Ashton Agar

Glamorgan's impressive form in the Vitality Blast continued as they secured a 26-run victory over Essex at Cardiff, marking their second consecutive win in the tournament. After being invited to bat first, Glamorgan posted a competitive total of 182 for eight, with Colin Ingram leading the charge with

The Indian cricket team emerged victorious in the T20 World Cup 2024, claiming the title without suffering a single defeat. The Rohit Sharma-led side showcased exceptional performances throughout the tournament, culminating in a thrilling victory over South Africa in the final. However, the triumph was not without controversy. Several players

Lancashire Lightning emerged victorious in a thrilling Vitality Blast T20 encounter against Worcestershire Rapids at Emirates Old Trafford, securing a two-wicket triumph. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams showcasing their batting prowess and bowling resilience. Worcestershire Rapids, batting first, posted a competitive 181 for four, thanks

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has embarked on a comprehensive review of its domestic cricket structure, inviting 25 former international cricketers to a meeting to gather their insights and suggestions. The meeting, scheduled for Monday, will be led by PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi and other board officials. The primary objective