Big Guns Galore: U19 World Cup Semi-Finals set for knockout thrills
After 38 electrifying matches across southern Africa, the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup reaches its climactic stage. Four teams remain, three games stand between glory and heartbreak, and every player knows there are no second chances. Australia vs England – The First Semi-Final Showdown Defending champions Australia and unbeaten England will lock horns in the […]
ICC expresses concern over Pakistan’s “Selective Participation” in T20 World Cup 2026
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has voiced concerns over the Government of Pakistan’s statement instructing its national team to selectively participate in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The ICC noted that while it awaits formal communication from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), selective participation is “difficult to reconcile” with the principles of a […]
Pakistan to boycott T20 World Cup group match against India
Pakistan will boycott their Group A match against India at the 2026 T20 World Cup, the Government of Pakistan confirmed in a statement on X. While the team has been granted permission to travel to Sri Lanka for the tournament, the statement clarified that “the Pakistan cricket team shall not take the field in the […]
Pakistan crush Australia to complete 3-0 T20I sweep
Pakistan capped a dominant T20I series with a comprehensive 111-run victory over Australia in Lahore, completing a 3-0 whitewash ahead of the T20 World Cup. Chasing 208, the visitors crumbled for just 96, suffering their biggest defeat in T20I history, eclipsing the 100-run loss to England in 2005. Opener Saim Ayub (56) set the tone […]
Banton fifty guides England to series win over Sri Lanka in Pallekele thriller
Tom Banton’s authoritative 54 not out and Harry Brook’s explosive 12-ball cameo secured England a six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, giving them an unassailable 2-0 lead in the T20I series ahead of the T20 World Cup. Rain had interrupted play for over an hour in Pallekele, and England faced a DLS-adjusted target of 111 from […]
India U-19 maintain perfect run, outclass Pakistan to reach World Cup Semi-finals
India Under-19 marched into the ICC U-19 World Cup 2026 semi-finals with authority, defeating arch-rivals Pakistan by 58 runs in a high-pressure Super Six clash in Bulawayo to finish unbeaten and top Group 2. After grinding their way to a competitive 252 in 49.5 overs on a slow surface, the Ayush Mhatre-led side delivered a […]
Waseem to lead as UAE reveal T20 World Cup 2026 squad
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) have officially unveiled their squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with star batter Muhammad Waseem entrusted to captain the 15-member side for the showpiece tournament in India and Sri Lanka. The UAE secured qualification after a crucial Super Six victory over Japan at the Asia & East […]
Ireland and Scotland clinch spots for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
Ireland and Scotland booked their tickets to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday (1), capping a dramatic final day at the Global Qualifier in Nepal. The marquee event will take place in England this June-July, featuring a total of 12 teams. Ireland make triumphant return Ireland secured their return to the Women’s […]
West Indies edge South Africa in thrilling rain-shortened T20I
West Indies claimed a dramatic consolation win over South Africa in a T20I reduced to 10 overs a side at the Wanderers, securing a thrilling six-run victory under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method. The match, part of the annual pink-ball fixture to raise awareness for breast cancer treatment, was delayed multiple times due to lightning, but […]
Bangladesh end U19 World Cup campaign on a high with win over Zimbabwe
Bangladesh concluded their ICC U19 World Cup 2026 campaign on a winning note, defeating co-hosts Zimbabwe by 74 runs at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday (31). Though neither side was in contention for a semi-final spot, both teams displayed determination to finish the tournament strongly. Chasing 254, Zimbabwe found themselves under pressure early as […]