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ODW vs EDR Match Prediction Today: Delhi Warriors vs Delhi Riders, DPL 2026
Outer Delhi Warriors will face East Delhi Riders in Match 36 of the Delhi Premier League 2026 (DPL 2026) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Friday, August 21. The ODW vs EDR match will start at 7:00 PM IST.The Outer Delhi Warriors are in a much stron...
21.08.2026
Walkden claims maiden wicket on truncated day
Lancashire debutant has moment to savour but play is severely limited
21.08.2026
Ex-Pakistan captain Imran Khan back in jail after hospital examination
It comes as the court had earlier this week ordered that he had to be taken for a hospital examination.
21.08.2026
Ex-Pakistan captain Imran Khan back in jail after hospital examination
It comes as the court had earlier this week ordered that he had to be taken for a hospital examination.
21.08.2026
Urooj Mumtaz blames Babar Azam for decline of Pakistan’s fast-bowling strength
Former Pakistan Women's National Team cricketer Urooj Mumtaz blamed Pakistan Men's National Cricket Team's Test captain Babar Azam for the downfall of the nation's fast bowling strength.Pakistan has a rich history of producing multiple world-class fast bo...
21.08.2026
Najmul Hossain Shanto provides injury update on Tanzid Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim
The Bangladesh National Cricket Team shocked the No.1 side, the Australia National Cricket Team, in the first Test match at the MCG 2 in Darwin. They beat them by 9 wickets in the first game, winning their first Test match in Australia. Ahead of the secon...
21.08.2026
Shubman Gill sends warning to Sri Lanka ahead of Colombo Test
India National Cricket Team captain Shubman Gill looked in complete control during a long batting session at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo, as he sent a clear message to the Sri Lankan spinners that he is ready for the challenge in the second and f...
21.08.2026
Lyon survives selection call as Renshaw locked in to open
Jake Weatherald, who had opened with Travis Head in the first Test against Bangladesh, was dropped from the squad prior to the second Test, which starts on Saturday in Mackay
21.08.2026
Sri Lanka bring in Mishara and Arachchige for second Test against India
Dinesh Chandimal is out after his concussion in the first Test, while Nishan Madushka, Ramesh Mendis and Dilshan Madushanka have been dropped
21.08.2026
Confident Shanto plots 'five days of good cricket again'
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto believes his side can cope with the extra bounce in Mackay, the venue of the second Test against Australia
21.08.2026
Ex-Pakistan captain Imran Khan back in jail after hospital examination
It comes as the court had earlier this week ordered that he had to be taken for a hospital examination.
21.08.2026
Ex-Pakistan captain Imran Khan back in jail after hospital examination
It comes as the court had earlier this week ordered that he had to be taken for a hospital examination.
21.08.2026
Harry Brook misses out on century as England seize control at Headingley against Pakistan
Harry Brook’s 91 and sizeable partnerships from Joe Root, Jordan Cox and Dan Lawrence put England in a commanding position before Pakistan’s bowlers struck late at Headingley on day two of the first Test series. The post Harry Brook misses out on century...
21.08.2026
“Pass on the weed”: Ex-India cricketer mocks AB de Villiers over Virat Kohli-Sachin Tendulkar claim
Former Team India cricketer Dodda Ganesh takes a cheeky dig at the former South Africa international and the former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter AB de Villiers for keeping Virat Kohli ahead of the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. According to de Vi...
21.08.2026
Arjun Tendulkar finally breaks silence on Goa future
All-rounder Arjun Tendulkar has been giving everything to give that push to his career, but limited opportunities didn’t help his cause. Arjun Tendulkar is not only the son of the legendary Sachin Tendulkar but also a hard-working cricketer; the IPL teams...
21.08.2026
"A total missed opportunity": Mark Wood reflects on England’s Ashes 2025-26 loss
The England National Cricket Team is currently hosting the Pakistan National Cricket Team for a three-match Test series. During the first Test of the series, English pacer Mark Wood has shared his views on his own performance and the side in the Ashes las...
21.08.2026
Imran Khan returns to jail after being declared 'medically fit'
Imran Khan has been incarcerated in Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi since August 2023, serving various prison sentences on corruption charges which he and his party deny.
21.08.2026
Allison gives Pears edge at Cheltenham before rain
Worcestershire's Ben Allison claims three cheap wickets against Gloucestershire before rain ends play.
20.08.2026
Cricket: Today at the Test
Day 2 highlights from the Test match between England and Pakistan at Headingley.
20.08.2026
Allison gives Pears edge at Cheltenham before rain
Worcestershire's Ben Allison claims three cheap wickets against Gloucestershire before rain ends play.
20.08.2026
Cricket: Today at the Test
Day 2 highlights from the Test match between England and Pakistan at Headingley.
20.08.2026
Allison gives Pears edge at Cheltenham before rain
Worcestershire's Ben Allison claims three cheap wickets against Gloucestershire before rain ends play.
20.08.2026
Sri Lanka Cricket official provides pitch details in advance ahead of IND vs SL 2nd Test
Sri Lankan grounds are traditionally known for their spin friedly natures. The previous Test between India and Sri Lanka was also mostly defined by the spinners of both teams. The pitch in Galle was a spin-friendly track, but not a typical rank turner whe...
21.08.2026
Sri Lanka squad for 2nd Test against India announced; Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Pathum Nissanka OUT
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced its full squad for the second Test match against India in Colombo, starting at the SSC ground on August 23. Ahead of the second of the ongoing 2-match series, the cricket board announced the squad on August 21, with multi...
21.08.2026
KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav injured before 2nd Test vs Sri Lanka? India coach reveals
The Indian cricket team began its training session at the SSC in Colombo ahead of the second Test against Sri Lanka, but the absence of KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav raised concerns among the fans. Both players were missing from the session, leading to specu...
21.08.2026
BPL suspended after 40 crore loss, BCB confirms tournament will not be held
Tamim Iqbal-led Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is not willing to continue the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), at least for now, because the nation's only franchise league has incurred losses of around 40 Crore in Bangladeshi currency. The league will res...
21.08.2026
Australia Playing XI for 2nd Test against Bangladesh announced, Nathan Lyon retained
Australia National Cricket Team have announced their Playing XI for the second Test against the Bangladesh National Cricket Team, and the veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon has been retained in the side.There is only one change to the Australia XI for the se...
21.08.2026
Kuldeep Yadav skips India’s training session before 2nd Test vs Sri Lanka
The India National Cricket Team starts its preparations in Colombo for the second match, which is the final match of the 2-match Test series against Sri Lanka. KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav were reportedly missing from the first training day in Colombo. Team...
21.08.2026
Lyon survives selection call as Renshaw locked in to open
Jake Weatherald, who had opened with Travis Head in the first Test against Bangladesh, was dropped from the squad prior to the second Test, which starts on Saturday in Mackay
21.08.2026
Imran Khan moved to private hospital amid deteriorating health
Former Pakistan prime minister and cricket captain has been serving extended prison sentences
21.08.2026
Bangladesh eye more history with only one result on Australia's mind
Bangladesh did the unthinkable in Darwin, and will have to do it all over again if they want to convert the Test match win to a Test series win
21.08.2026
India's tour of Bangladesh not cancelled, but likely to be postponed again
The long-awaited white-ball series between Bangladesh and India is not cancelled yet, but is likely to be postponed again. In a press conference, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal informed reporters that they are still in communication...
21.08.2026
Nathan Lyon could be dropped for Mackay Test, Matt Renshaw to open vs Bangladesh
Australia are set to make two significant changes to their playing XI for the second Test against Bangladesh, with Nathan Lyon's place under threat and Matt Renshaw set to return to the side.Captain Pat Cummins has confirmed that Matt Renshaw will make hi...
21.08.2026
Michael Hussey ready to become England coach for Ashes
Michael Hussey could find himself on the opposite side of the Ashes rivalry next year, with the former Australia batter open to joining England's coaching staff for their 2027 series against Australia.Hussey has been approached by England Test coach Steph...
21.08.2026
"Not special": Russel Arnold delivers reality check on Manav Suthar
Manav Suthar has made an impressive start to his Test career, but former Sri Lankan all-rounder Russel Arnold believes it is still too early to describe the India spinner as a “special” player.Suthar played a key role in India’s 165-run victory over Sri L...
21.08.2026
Australia Playing XI for 2nd Test against Bangladesh announced, Nathan Lyon retained
Australia National Cricket Team have announced their Playing XI for the second Test against the Bangladesh National Cricket Team, and the veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon has been retained in the side.There is only one change to the Australia XI for the se...
21.08.2026
Shadab leads Falcons past Patriots to fourth place on the table
Dasun Shanaka gave Patriots a boost by slamming 49* in 17 balls but the slow progress by their other batters hurt them
21.08.2026
Renshaw locked in to open but Lyon could be squeezed out
Jake Weatherald, who had opened with Travis Head in the first Test against Bangladesh, was dropped from the squad prior to the second Test, which starts on Saturday in Mackay
21.08.2026
Shadab leads Falcons past Patriots to fourth place on the table
Dasun Shanaka had given the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots innings a boost by slamming 49* in 17 balls but the slow progress by their other batters came back to hurt them
21.08.2026
Imran Khan moved to private hospital amid deteriorating health
Former Pakistan prime minister and cricket captain has been serving extended prison sentences
20.08.2026
Usman rues Pakistan bowling lapses despite five-wicket haul
Spinner believes team must be positive with the bat when second innings comes about
20.08.2026
Brook as talented as Gower and Pietersen but not ready to be captain - Agnew
England batsman Harry Brook was not ready to be Test captain but his knock at Headingley should be his batting blueprint for the future, writes Jonathan Agnew.
20.08.2026
Brook as talented as Gower and Pietersen but not ready to be captain - Agnew
England batsman Harry Brook was not ready to be Test captain but his knock at Headingley should be his batting blueprint for the future, writes Jonathan Agnew.
20.08.2026
Usman rues Pakistan bowling lapses despite five-wicket haul
Spinner believes team must be positive with the bat when second innings comes about
20.08.2026
Abbott stars before Yorkshire fight back with ball
Hampshire end day one on 60-4, 113 runs behind Yorkshire, after Kyle Abbott helps dismiss the visitors for 173.
20.08.2026
Glamorgan dominate rain-hit opening day at Leicester
Seven Leicestershire wickets fall as Glamorgan dominate the opening day of their County Championship game at rain-hit Leicester.
20.08.2026
Test Match Special Podcast
Reaction from Jordan Cox at Headingley as he scores his first Test 50 for England.
20.08.2026
Lees hits unbeaten 53 on rain-hit day at Derby
Durham skipper Alex Lees hits an unbeaten 53 as the visitors reach 102-2 off 38 overs on a rain-hit day at Derby.
20.08.2026
'First major milestone for Pakistan' - Usman takes five wickets
Watch Pakistan's Ali Usman claim a five-wicket haul, including dismissing Gus Atkinson and Ollie Robinson in successive balls on day two of the first Test at Headingley.
20.08.2026
Brook shines as England take control against Pakistan
WWatch highlights as Harry Brook shines in the Headingley gloom as England build a commanding 195-run lead over Pakistan on a shortened second day of the first Test.
20.08.2026