The much-awaited India vs Pakistan match has undergone a rescheduling, now set for October 14, one day earlier than its previous date, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The World Cup 2023 schedule is anticipated to see further changes, with an official announcement expected on August 31, as per India Today's report.
Following the conclusion of the third day's play at The Oval, Stuart Broad made a significant announcement, revealing that the fifth Ashes Test would be his final match, marking the end of his 17-year career representing England in all three formats.
In an enthralling first Test, Pakistan emerged victorious, defeating Sri Lanka by four wickets and taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. The match witnessed several twists and turns, with Saud Shakeel's unbeaten 208 in Pakistan's first innings making the crucial difference between the two teams. Dhananjaya de Silva was the standout performer for Sri Lanka, putting up two brilliant knocks to keep his team in the game.
The Asia Cup is set to commence in Multan, with the opening match between Pakistan and Nepal scheduled for August 30. The first-round fixture between Pakistan and India will take place in Kandy on September 2, and if both teams progress to the Super 4s, the game will be held in Colombo.
In the multi-format series, England managed to level the score with Australia at 8-8, showcasing their prowess in limited-overs cricket. Winning consecutive T20 matches and starting the ODI leg with a victory in Bristol demonstrated their competitive spirit. It's worth noting that Australia, the No. 1 team in the world, hadn't lost a bilateral ODI series in a decade prior to this.
The first Test between India and West Indies ended in a comprehensive victory for India, thanks to the brilliant performance of Ravichandran Ashwin. Ashwin showcased his bowling prowess by taking a total of 12 wickets in the match, with seven of them coming in the second innings. His exceptional performance played a crucial role in India's triumph.
In an unexpected twist, Tamim Iqbal, the captain of the Bangladesh ODI team, has dropped a bombshell by announcing his retirement from international cricket.
The second Test match in the Ashes series between England and Australia reached an exciting conclusion on Sunday, with another thrilling Day 5 finish. The match at Lord's will be remembered for Ben Stokes' brilliant innings and Australia's ability to maintain their composure in a winning position. However, it will also be known for the controversial moments that sparked intense debate within cricket circles.
Australia extended their winning streak in the ongoing Ashes series with a commanding 43-run victory over England at Lord's, giving them a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. Despite a valiant effort from Ben Stokes, who scored an impressive 155 runs, England fell short in their pursuit of 371 runs in the second innings.
On June 27, the BCCI and ICC made a joint announcement regarding the schedule for the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023 in Mumbai. This highly anticipated event is set to commence on October 5 and culminate with the final match on November 19.
Australia may have not completely ended the style of play known as 'Bazball', but they were able to put to rest the painful memories of their loss at Edgbaston in 2005. The team managed to secure a nail-biting two-wicket victory on the back of a remarkable ninth-wicket partnership between captain Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) made an announcement on Friday regarding the squads for the upcoming West Indies tour. The Indian team is scheduled to play two Test matches, three One-Day Internationals (ODIs), and a five-match T20I series, commencing on July 12.
The upcoming Asia Cup in 2023 is set to be held from August 31 to September 17, jointly hosted by Sri Lanka and Pakistan. This edition of the tournament will introduce a hybrid model, marking the first time such a format is implemented in the history of the championship.
Leg-spinner Hasaranga put on a remarkable display, achieving a career-best figures of 6 for 24, as Sri Lanka kicked off their Qualifier league campaign with a commanding 175-run win against the underdog United Arab Emirates on Monday.
Continuing his impressive run, Kevin Sinclair showcased his talent by taking 4 wickets for just 24 runs in the first innings. Additionally, debutant Alick Athanaze displayed maturity with the bat, scoring a remarkable 64 runs off 45 balls.
Sri Lanka sealed a convincing 2-1 ODI series victory against Afghanistan with a dominant display, propelled by half-centuries from their openers, Dimuth Karunaratne and Pathum Nissanka. The hosts comfortably chased down the target of 120 in Hambantota, leaving them with a remarkable 34 overs to spare. Led by the outstanding performance of Dushmantha Chameera, who was named the man of the match, Sri Lanka's fast-bowling attack dismantled the struggling Afghan top order.
In a thrilling encounter, Ravindra Jadeja played a crucial role as Chennai Super Kings matched Mumbai Indians' record for the most IPL titles. Earlier, Sai Sudharsan's explosive knock of 96 off just 47 balls powered Gujarat Titans to a formidable total of 214/4. In response, Wriddhiman Saha contributed 54 off 39 deliveries, while Shubman Gill managed 39 off 20.
Afghanistan showcased an impressive batting performance, spearheaded by Ibrahim Zadran's exceptional knock of 98 runs and Rahmat Shah's valuable contribution of 55 runs. Their efforts powered Afghanistan to a convincing 6-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, securing a crucial 1-0 lead in the series.
Shubman Gill's exceptional form continued as he notched up his third century of the season, powering Gujarat Titans to a massive total of 233/3 in their allotted 20 overs. Gill's blistering knock of 129 runs off just 60 balls set the stage for Gujarat's commanding performance. Hardik Pandya and Rashid Khan provided the finishing touches, further bolstering the team's total. Despite the imposing target, Mumbai Indians remained in the hunt during the first 10 overs,…
On Tuesday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the Indian squad for the ICC World Test Championship Final against Australia. The final is scheduled to take place at the Oval in England from June 7 to 11. Ajinkya Rahane's impressive performances for the Chennai Super Kings in the ongoing IPL 2023 have earned him a place in the final squad.
In their final league game of IPL 2023, Chennai Super Kings secured a convincing 77-run victory against Delhi Capitals at Delhi, solidifying their place in the playoffs.
In the 65th match of IPL 2023, Royal Challengers Bangalore secured an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad. RCB successfully chased down a target of 187 runs, reaching the target in 19.2 overs. Leading the charge was Virat Kohli, who played a scintillating innings of 100 runs off 63 balls.
Lucknow Super Giants secured a remarkable win against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL on Saturday, chasing down 183 runs with seven wickets in hand and four balls to spare. Nicholas Pooran played a stunning knock, scoring 44 off just 13 deliveries at a strike-rate of 338.
Bangladesh won a thrilling second one-day international against Ireland by three wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the series at Chelmsford. In a rain-curtailed match reduced to 45 overs per side, Bangladesh chased down 320 runs with three balls to spare, thanks to the unbeaten 36-run knock by Mushfiqur Rahim. Najmul Hossain Shanto's 117 and Towhid Hridoy's 68 set up the chase for Bangladesh.
In the fifth ODI match between Pakistan and New Zealand on Sunday, Iftikhar Ahmed scored an impressive unbeaten 94. Unfortunately, it was not enough to secure a victory for Pakistan, as they lost by 47 runs. This win allowed Tom Latham-led New Zealand to avoid a whitewash in the five-match series. Despite the loss, Pakistan still won the series 4-1. However, Pakistan lost their place as the No.1 ranked ODI side in the world and…
