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Cricket over the years have changed, and there have been new laws that have been introduced over a period of time. The rule makers, the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), have shed light on Law 20.4.2.5, which states that when the batter is not ready when the...
14.08.2026
Sri Lanka National Cricket Team captain Dhananjaya de Silva has warned the India National Cricket Team against taking the hosts lightly in the two-match Test series. With the first Test set to begin in Galle on August 15, the hosts are preparing for a tou...
14.08.2026
Only a day after retaining a top 10 place in the ICC Raankings for the for the Test format batters, Pakistan National Cricket Team captain Babar Azam suffered an injury ahead of their Test series against England. After the conclusion of a two-match Test s...
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"Most of the players in this team require a bit of time to be able to adjust to the conditions"
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Stranded in the middle of the table, both teams need a 2-0 win to stay in realistic contention of making the WTC final
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Retiring from the India National Cricket Team in December 2024 and from the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2025, Ravichandran Ashwin has been working as a cricket pundit. While he occasionally features with the broadcasters during the matches, he is now a...
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Former Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal has raised serious concerns about the current state of Pakistan’s domestic cricket system and called for major changes.He believes that first-class cricket must be given the same importance as Test cricket and players s...
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The England National Cricket Team is set to host the Pakistan National Cricket Team for a three-match Test series starting from August 19. Ahead of the first Test, former England vice-captain Ollie Pope has shared the abuse and trolls he faced from the En...
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What Rishabh Pant's batting approach should be in the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka remains a part of the discussion among cricket experts after India's practice match in Colombo against the Sri Lanka Cricket XI. In the practice match, Rishabh P...
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Jake Weatherald has hogged the spotlight during the ongoing two-match Test series opener between Australia and Bangladesh in Darwin. Jake Weatherald surprised everyone with his unusual way of fielding at short leg while Nathan Lyon was bowling.The Darwin-...
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"Most of the players in this team require a bit of time to be able to adjust to the conditions"
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Tanzid Hasan Tamim becomes the first Bangladesh cricketer to score a Test century in Australia as the visitors continued to dominate on day two in Darwin.
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Tanzid Hasan Tamim becomes the first Bangladesh cricketer to score a Test century in Australia as the visitors continued to dominate on day two in Darwin.
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Ahead of Pakistan’s latest tour of England, Jo Harman-McGowan revisits the infamous series of 20 years ago when ball-tampering allegations led to chaotic scenes at The Oval and the hosts’ victory masked the gradual disintegration of a once-great side
The...
09.08.2026
The India National Cricket Team will be up against the Sri Lanka National Cricket Team for a two-match Test series, with the first Test match scheduled to take place on August 15 at the Galle International Stadium, Galle. Ahead of the first Test match, Te...
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Cricket Australia chief executive Todd Greenberg has admitted that the contracting embargo for the Big Bash League and Women’s Big Bash League should have been resolved by now. Negotiations over the competitions’ privatization are continuing alongside tal...
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Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin noted that while Rohit Sharma could consider coaching after his retirement from cricket, the chances of Virat Kohli doing the same are very slim. The upcoming ODI World Cup in 2027 could be the last assignment fo...
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The India vs Sri Lanka first of the two-match Test series is set to begin on August 15 at the Galle International Stadium, Galle. Before the match, the former India World Cup-winning head coach Gary Kirsten has shared his insights on his former student Ga...
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Several prominent Indian batters, including captain Shubman Gill, wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, are on the verge of major personal milestones ahead of the Test series in Sri Lanka. The visitors’ strong batting lineup will look...
14.08.2026
The former Indian spinner and commentator Harbhajan Singh has shown interest in taking up a big role in Indian cricket in the future. Harbhajan Singh has openly said that he is ready to work as the head coach or chief selector if he gets an opportunity.Th...
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The TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has already ended with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) crowned as champions once again. With the players and focus returning to international cricket, there have been talks and trades ongoing during the off-seas...
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The upcoming two-match Test series between India and Sri Lanka will be important in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle. Notably, the first Test match will begin in Galle on August 15, with both teams looking to collect crucial points and...
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There are better batters who keep wicket, but no better keeper in Sri Lanka than Niroshan Dickwella, captain Dhananjaya de Silva says ahead of first Test against India
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Saint Lucia Kings will host Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in Match 7 of the Caribbean Premier League 2026 at the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Saint Lucia on Saturday, August 15. Both teams will look to build momentum after winning one of their f...
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Australia National Cricket Team’s batting maestro Steve Smith has once again proved why he is considered one of the greatest slip fielders of this generation on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against Bangladesh National Cricket Team at the Marrara Cricke...
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India National Cricket Team captain Shubman Gill has provided a strong indication of Manav Suthar's inclusion in the playing XI for the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. Gill also addressed the closely contested selection battle between Prasidh Krish...
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The Australia National Cricket Team has found itself under growing pressure as Mitchell Starc and the Bangladesh National Cricket Team all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz were involved in an on-field confrontation on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test in Darwin.T...
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Australia had most of their success in a brief spell with the second new ball, but it's been Bangladesh most of the way otherwise
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India National Cricket Team are set to reach another landmark in Test cricket when they take on Sri Lanka in the opening match of their two-Test series in Galle. The upcoming Test will be India's 600th match in the longest format, marking another signific...
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India will face Sri Lanka in the first Test of their two-match series at the Galle International Stadium from Saturday, August 15. The match is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle, with both teams fighting for crucial points.India are cu...
14.08.2026
India’s Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill and star all-rounder Hardik Pandya have found themselves at the centre of a big Gujarat Titans story amid the IPL 2027 trade window. Hardik Pandya was reportedly interested in returning to Gujarat Titans, but the...
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Legendary Indian batter VVS Laxman, who is currently the head of the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, could soon get a much bigger responsibility in Indian cricket. VVS Laxman is reportedly being considered for the role of Director of Cricket.The B...
14.08.2026
Saint Lucia Kings will host Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in Match 7 of the Caribbean Premier League 2026 at the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Saint Lucia on Saturday, August 15. Both teams will look to build momentum after winning one of their f...
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Australia endured a disastrous opening day against Bangladesh in the first Test in Darwin, with the hosts bowled out for just 198 after winning the toss and electing to bat first. The batting collapse left Nathan Lyon frustrated as Australia struggled to...
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India National Cricket Team and the Sri Lanka National Cricket Team are all set to face each other in the two-match Test series opener in Galle from August 15. Before the first India vs Sri Lanka Test, there has been massive discussion around the Galle pi...
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Veteran Sri Lankan cricket coach Sumith Fernando has died in a Colombo hospital after suffering injuries in a physical altercation with young players during a training session. The 62-year-old, who mentored Sri Lanka ODI captain Kusal Mendis during his sc...
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Niroshan Dickwella's return to Sri Lanka's Test setup has gained a lot of attention ahead of the team's upcoming series against India National Cricket Team. The experienced wicketkeeper-batter has been recalled after spending almost three years away from...
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Twining is currently an assistant coach with Australia's women's side and will return to his role after the WBBL
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Australia have sent back Mominul Haque and Tanzid Hasan so far on the second day but haven't been able to excercise much control
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The opening Test promises a compelling contest as India take on Sri Lanka at Galle International Stadium, Galle, on 14th August at 10:00 AM IST.Get the best IND vs SL Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for th...
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The 25-year-old Tanzid Hasan has entered in record books with an insane century for Bangladesh against Australia in Darwin. The left-handed opener became the first Bangladesh batter to score a Test hundred in Australia, reaching the milestone during the s...
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Siechem Madurai Panthers, led by Balchander Anirud, will face Chepauk Super Gillies, led by Narayan Jagadeesan, in Match 19 of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2026 at the NPR College Ground in Dindigul on Friday, August 14.Madurai Panthers lead the points t...
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SKM Salem Spartans will take on Dindigul Dragons in Match 18 of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2026 at the NPR College Ground in Dindigul on Friday, August 14. Dindigul Dragons are seventh in the points table with two points from four matches, while Salem...
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Jamaica Kingsmen, who could only put up 117 after being asked to bat first, have now lost all their three CPL 2026 matches
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The knockout action continues with Manchester Super Giants challenging Sunrisers Leeds in the Eliminator of the English Men’s 100 League 2026 at Kennington Oval, London, on 14th August at 10:30 PM IST.Get the best ‘ Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tip...
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A place in the next stage awaits the winner as Sunrisers Leeds Women battle Southern Brave Women in the Eliminator at Kennington Oval, London, on 14th August at 6:45 PM IST.Get the best SUL-W vs SOB-W Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable pla...
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CA CEO Todd Greenberg says they are still negotiating a pay deal with the ACA and discussing privatisation with NSW and Queensland with hopes of progression in September
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Australia had just one bit of success on the second morning, when Mominul Haque lost his composure to nick Josh Hazlewood behind, but it's been all Bangladesh otherwise
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