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Netherlands opener Max O’Dowd has criticised the ICC’s revamped formats for the 2027 ODI World Cup and the 2028 T20 World Cup, arguing that the governing body’s latest changes make the qualification pathway even more difficult for Associate nations. The criticism came shortly after the ICC confirmed changes to the structure of its global events […]

In a staggering Major League Cricket Eliminator in Oakland, Washington Freedom chased down 267 against MI New York to register the highest successful run chase in men’s T20 history, surpassing Punjab Kings’ famous chase of 262 against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026. It took just two months for one of T20 cricket’s most remarkable

England’s batting was once the benchmark in one-day cricket. Their aggressive approach transformed the format, powered them to the 2019 World Cup title and inspired teams across the world to rethink how ODI innings should be constructed. That philosophy remains largely unchanged, but over the last three years, another trend has begun to define England’s

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially confirmed a revamped format for the 2027 Men’s ODI World Cup, introducing an additional qualification stage before the main tournament while retaining the 14-team competition announced in 2021. The tournament, which will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, will now begin with a Super Series

It is due to his versatility For most all-rounders, versatility is an added advantage. For Washington Sundar, it has become his biggest strength. Over the years, India has used him in almost every role imaginable. He has opened the bowling in T20Is, operated through the middle overs in ODIs, batted as a finisher in white-ball

Smriti Mandhana has long been one of India’s biggest batting pillars. Over the last few years, she has also added another dimension to her game by leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Women’s Premier League. Now, the Indian vice-captain believes she is ready for the next challenge. Asked whether she sees herself taking over the

The return of ODI cricket brings familiar faces back into the spotlight, but this England series feels different for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. With the 2027 World Cup drawing closer, every ODI is now viewed through that prism. Reports that the Indian team management is considering a rotation policy to build bench strength have

For the third time in less than a decade, the ODI World Cup’s format is under the spotlight. Reports claim the ICC is considering cutting the 2027 tournament from 14 teams to 12. While no decision has been taken, the discussions have reopened a familiar debate over who cricket’s biggest event is really meant to

Indian women’s cricket added another unforgettable chapter to its journey on Sunday, defeating England by 270 runs in the first-ever women’s Test at Lord’s. It was a victory built on contributions across departments, with Yastika Bhatia’s maiden Test century, Kranti Gaud’s five-wicket haul and Smriti Mandhana’s twin fifties powering India to a historic triumph at

Former India head coach Rahul Dravid has reportedly emerged as a surprise candidate to succeed Brendon McCullum as England’s Test coach, following the New Zealand great’s recent dismissal from the role. According to a report in The Daily Telegraph, Dravid is among a shortlist of names being considered by the England and Wales Cricket Board