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Former Pakistan players could face bans for playing in Asian Legends League
The league in Zambia was "not sanctioned, approved or endorsed" by the country's official governing body
04.08.2026
PCB seeks court protection after PIC orders disclosure of financial records: Report
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) seeks protection from the Islamabad High Court after the Pakistan Information Commission’s (PIC) order requiring the board to disclose the confidential data related to players' contracts, employees’ salaries, and financial...
04.08.2026
Mohammed Shami backs Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma amid criticism over spiritual visits
The India National Cricket Team pacer Mohammed Shami has shared his views on Virat Kohli’s off-the-field work and engagements. The two shared the dressing room last during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final when the Men in Blue defeated the New Zealand N...
04.08.2026
'This is remarkable' - George's moment of incredible fielding
London Spirit's Katie George produces a moment to remember with a stunning bit of fielding as she prevents Dani Gibson from scoring a six on the boundary in London Spirit's match with Sunrisers Leeds in the The Hundred.
04.08.2026
'This is remarkable' - George's moment of incredible fielding
London Spirit's Katie George produces a moment to remember with a stunning bit of fielding as she prevents Dani Gibson from scoring a six on the boundary in London Spirit's match with Sunrisers Leeds in the The Hundred.
04.08.2026
Pakistan in danger of falling into same trap after self-destructive morning
An improved bowling performance from West Indies wiped off Pakistan's gains from last evening
West Indies 04.08.2026
KL Rahul drops hilarious response to a fan seeking for autograph, video goes viral
KL Rahul came up with a funny response at the Mumbai Airport on his way to Sri Lanka for the upcoming Test series against the Sri Lankan National Cricket Team. While Rahul and the other India National Cricket Team members were at the entrance of the Mumba...
04.08.2026
Colombo Kaps vs Kandy Royals Match Prediction Today: Who will win Lanka Premier League 2026 Eliminator?
Colombo Kaps will take on Kandy Royals in the Eliminator of the Lanka Premier League 2026 at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo on August 5, Wednesday. The winner will progress to Qualifier 2, while the losing team will be knocked o...
04.08.2026
WATCH: Suryakumar Yadav takes cheeky dig at Mohammad Rizwan in viral practice session
The former India National Cricket Team captain Suryakumar Yadav has been doing his net session to make a comeback into the Men in Blue squad once again after being dropped from the leadership role and losing his place in the side. During the net session o...
04.08.2026
Watch: Babar Azam's suicidal run out denies century as Test drought stretches to 1317 days
Babar Azam missed his 10th Test hundred by a few centimeters. Due to a miscommunication with his batting partner Abdullah Shafique, the Pakistan Test team captain had to depart on Day 3 of the ongoing West Indies vs Pakistan 2nd Test match at the Queen's...
West Indies 04.08.2026
Welsh Fire youngsters step up after Devine blow
Heather Graham hails the young talent at Welsh Fire after they upset Southern Brave in the Hundred.
04.08.2026
Welsh Fire youngsters step up after Devine blow
Heather Graham hails the young talent at Welsh Fire after they upset Southern Brave in the Hundred.
04.08.2026
'It's down to conditions' - Babar explains shock Abbas omission
Despite being their most consistent seam bowler, Abbas was left out of the XI, with Ubaid Shah and Mohammad Ali getting the nod instead
04.08.2026
PCB axes WAPDA and Sahir Associates from 2026-27 domestic season
The board said the two departments were unable to comply with the regulations it introduced in June
04.08.2026
Why The Hundred remains flawed as a showpiece event for English cricket
Despite producing high-quality cricket and attracting bigger crowds, The Hundred still has questions to answer over player opportunities, squad management and its relationship with the wider domestic game. The post Why The Hundred remains flawed as a show...
04.08.2026
THIS star doubtful as Team India reaches Sri Lanka, Devdutt Padikkal could get big opportunity
Star player reportedly missed Team India's flight to Sri Lanka as he continues to recover from a foot injury. His absence could hand Devdutt Padikkal a chance in the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka. The post THIS star doubtful as Team India reaches...
04.08.2026
Watch: KL Rahul takes special spin training on tough wicket ahead of Sri Lanka Tests
The Indian cricket team is preparing hard before travelling to Sri Lanka for a two-match Test series against the national cricket team of the island nation. KL Rahul is among the batters who caught the attention while batting in nets against the spinners...
04.08.2026
Stokes on Root resuming England captaincy: 'My only worry is Joe'
Recently retired allrounder questions message sent by not promoting Harry Brook to role
04.08.2026
"I'm not too fussed": Former England pacer questions Stephen Fleming's appointment as new head coach
Former England National Cricket Team pacer Darren Gough is not very excited about the appointment of Stephen Fleming as the team’s new head coach for the Tests. Gough is curious to see the appointments of the other coaching staff who will help Fleming in...
04.08.2026
Galle Gallants vs Jaffna Kings Match Prediction Today: Who will win Lanka Premier League 2026 Qualifier 1?
Galle Gallants will face Jaffna Kings in Qualifier 1 of the Lanka Premier League 2026 at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo on August 5, Wednesday. With a place in the final at stake, both teams will aim to secure direct qualificati...
04.08.2026
IRE vs AFG Playing 11 Today, Pitch Report & Weather: Ireland vs Afghanistan 1st ODI, Bready Pitch Stats | 2026
The Ireland National Cricket Team and the Afghanistan National Cricket Team are all set to kick off their three-match ODI series with the first match on Wednesday, August 5. The IRE vs AFG three-match ODI series opener will be played at the Bready Cricket...
04.08.2026
PD vs CDK Match Prediction Today: Purani Dilli 6 vs Central Delhi Kings, DPL 2026
On August 5, Purani Dilli 6 will take on Central Delhi Kings in Match 10 of the Delhi Premier League 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The Kings have secured wins in all three of their matches, while Purani Dilli 6 will look to continue their win...
04.08.2026
EDR vs NDS Match Prediction Today: East Delhi Riders vs North Delhi Strikers, DPL 2026
East Delhi Riders will take on North Delhi Strikers in Match 11 of the Delhi Premier League 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on August 5, Wednesday. Both teams are still searching for their first win of the season and will be eager to get the...
04.08.2026
Drinking culture embedded in cricket - Stokes
Ben Stokes says drinking is embedded in cricket, but does not believe the England team he led has a problem with alcohol.
04.08.2026
Drinking culture embedded in cricket - Stokes
Ben Stokes says drinking is embedded in cricket, but does not believe the England team he led has a problem with alcohol.
04.08.2026
Ireland, Afghanistan kick off new eras with five-match ODI series
The two teams will face off in Bready, where only one men's ODI has been played previously
04.08.2026
Stokes on Root resuming England captaincy: 'My only worry is Joe'
Recently retired allrounder questions message sent by not promoting Harry Brook to role
04.08.2026
Hampshire head coach Russell Domingo dazed by English schedule
Hampshire head coach Russell Domingo admits he has been left surprised by the demands of the English cricket schedule after experiencing Finals Day and the One-Day Cup in the space of a hectic week. The post Hampshire head coach Russell Domingo dazed by E...
02.08.2026
Ajit Agarkar explains Mohammed Shami’s setback as Auqib Nabi earns maiden India Test call-up
Auqib Nabi's India Test selection is more than just a replacement for Jasprit Bumrah. It may have delivered a strong message about Mohammed Shami's future in India's Test squad. The post Ajit Agarkar explains Mohammed Shami’s setback as Auqib Nabi earns m...
04.08.2026
Sunil Gavaskar reveals what Indian cricket got wrong with Ajinkya Rahane
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has shared his views on Ajinkya Rahane as a captain for the India National Cricket Team. Rahane recently called upon his career as he retired from all forms of cricket. He announced in an emotional video uploaded from h...
04.08.2026
Ben Stokes rejects Brendon McCullum fallout claims: "Absolutely not"
Ben Stokes turned down all of the rumours that suggested a possible fallout between Stokes and Brendon McCullum. At the closing phase of their time with the England National Cricket Team in Tests, multiple reports claimed that Stokes and McCullum were not...
04.08.2026
Aakash Chopra mocks Pakistan for being bottom-placed in WTC, takes swipe at England
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has criticized England and Pakistan's poor performance in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle. Chopra said that Pakistan and England have had such a disappointing campaign that even Sri Lanka a...
04.08.2026
"A team like this...": Aakash Chopra questions Ravi Shastri's India squad for World Cup
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has picked the 2026 T20 World Cup squad picked by the former India head coach Ravi Shastri. Shastri selected his team with multiple top-order batters, including Yashasvi Jaiswal.While Ravi Shastri’s team has the streng...
04.08.2026
Spinners, Zafar hand Pakistan a consolation win
Sri Lanka lost all six wickets to spin, and their spinners couldn't sustain enough pressure defending 113 in Dambulla
04.08.2026
Stokes on Root resuming England captaincy: 'My only worry is Joe'
Recently retired allrounder questions message sent by not promoting Harry Brook to role
04.08.2026
Ireland, Afghanistan kick off new eras with five-match ODI series
The two teams will face off in Bready, where only one men's ODI has been played previously
04.08.2026
Ben Stokes reveals England coaching dream, rules out Ashes comeback
Ben Stokes reveals England coaching dream, rules out Ashes comeback. Take a look and read the full story to know all the details. The post Ben Stokes reveals England coaching dream, rules out Ashes comeback appeared first on Cricket Country.
04.08.2026
ODI World Cup 2027: Graeme Smith says Africa deserves World Cup return, backs expanded 14-team format
Graeme Smith has made a strong statement on the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027 and explained why Africa deserves cricket's biggest event after more than two decades. The post ODI World Cup 2027: Graeme Smith says Africa deserves World Cup return, backs...
04.08.2026
"Cricket has drinking culture": Ben Stokes responds to England drinking problem claims
Former England National Cricket Team captain Ben Stokes retired from international cricket in June following the third Test match against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. He retired in a sudden way after he was involved in a nightclub controversy following th...
04.08.2026
Ben Stokes rules out 2027 Ashes comeback, says playing without captaincy was impossible
Former England Test captain Ben Stokes has made it clear that people should not expect him to return for the 2027 Ashes against Australia at home. Even though many former England cricketers and fans are still hoping to see him wear the white jersey again,...
04.08.2026
"I don't regret": Ben Stokes on forcing James Anderson into retirement
The retirement of James Anderson in 2024 remains one of the focal points in Ben Stokes' captaincy era for the England National Cricket Team. Stokes' decision to exclude the legendary fast bowler from the Test team was part of the plans for the Ashes 2025-...
04.08.2026
Ben Stokes gives verdict on Stephen Fleming-Joe Root era in England cricket
Former England National Cricket Team skipper Ben Stokes has been enjoying his time out of international cricket after he retired earlier in June following the third Test match against the New Zealand side. He has shared his first insight into Stephen Flem...
04.08.2026
The Hundred 2026 tables, top run-scorers & wicket-takers
BBC Sport lists the best-performing men's and women's players in the 2026 Hundred competition.
04.08.2026
The Hundred 2026 squads
Find out who has signed for which team for the 2026 men's and women's Hundred competitions.
04.08.2026
The Hundred 2026 tables, top run-scorers & wicket-takers
BBC Sport lists the best-performing men's and women's players in the 2026 Hundred competition.
04.08.2026
The Hundred 2026 squads
Find out who has signed for which team for the 2026 men's and women's Hundred competitions.
04.08.2026
Pakistan bring in Michael Smith as batting coach
He will take over in both red and white-ball formats
04.08.2026
Welsh Fire ruin Southern Brave's perfect start
Australian allrounder Heather Graham took two wickets before her 35 not out secured a last-ball victory
04.08.2026
Ireland, Afghanistan kick off new eras with five-match ODI series
The two teams will face off in Bready, where only one men's ODI has been played previously
04.08.2026
Mohammed Shami names India's best coach, snubs Rahul Dravid and Gautam Gambhir
Veteran India fast bowler Mohammed Shami has named Ravi Shastri as the best head coach he has worked under, choosing him over Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble, and current India head coach Gautam Gambhir. Speaking to Times Now Navbharat, Shami praised Shastri's...
04.08.2026