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26/04/2026

Uncapped Momina Riasat named in Pakistan women’s ODI squad for Zimbabwe series

Karachi, 26 April 2026: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday announced a 15-member women’s squad for the upcoming bilateral ODI series against Zimbabwe. The three ODIs are part of the ICC Women’s Championship 2025-29 cycle. The matches will be played at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi from 4 to 9 May, with the first ball to be bowled at 3:30pm local time....

22/03/2026

England, New Zealand and Bangladesh headline extended Australia international summer schedule

Melbourne, 22 March 2026: Australia will host England, New Zealand and Bangladesh during an action-packed 2026-27 international season featuring 27 matches across 14 venues over eight months, as the full schedule was unveiled by Cricket Australia on Sunday. The season will begin with Tests against Bangladesh in northern Australia in August and conclude with the historic 150th Anniversary Test against England at the MCG in March, while both the men’s and women’s teams from New Zealand and Bangladesh will also tour during the extended summer....

Melbourne, 22 March 2026: Australia will host England, New Zealand and Bangladesh during an action-packed 2026-27 international season featuring 27 matches across 14 venues over eight months, as the full schedule was unveiled by Cricket Australia on Sunday. The season will begin with Tests aga

14/03/2026

Pakistan selectors back domestic pathway, defend young player selections

Lahore, 14 March 2026: Pakistan’s selection committee said Saturday that recent squad choices were based on long-term domestic performance and team balance, defending the inclusion of younger players ahead of more experienced names. Selector Aqib Javed said the panel evaluates players across formats and seasons rather than relying on short-term form. "You cannot select a player after just one tournament. We look at performances over two years, across four-day, List A and T20 cricket, and then decide what the team needs,” Aqib told reporters at Gaddafi Stadium....

14/03/2026

Pakistan selectors say injuries behind omissions of senior players

Lahore, 14 March 2026: Pakistan selectors said injuries were the primary reason several senior players were left out of the current squad, rejecting speculation that the omissions were part of a permanent overhaul following the team’s disappointing ICC tournament campaign. National selector Aqib Javed told reporters Saturday that some players, including experienced members of the recent World Cup squad, were unavailable due to fitness concerns....

14/03/2026

Selectors defend process after World Cup criticism

Lahore, 14 March 2026: Pakistan’s national men’s selection committee on Saturday defended its selection policies and decision-making process following criticism over the team’s recent ICC tournament performance, saying the squad was chosen through consultation with the captain and coaching staff and not by individuals acting alone. Speaking at a press conference at Gaddafi Stadium, selector Aqib Javed said the panel believed the team had the potential to reach the semifinals but did not produce the expected results....

08/03/2026

Lea Tahuhu retires from ODIs after 15-year career as New Zealand’s leading wicket-taker

Auckland, 8 March 2026: New Zealand fast bowler Lea Tahuhu has retired from One-Day International cricket, ending a 15-year career in which she became the country’s most successful bowler in the format. Tahuhu, 35, made her ODI debut against Australia in June 2011 as a 20-year-old and finished with 125 wickets in 103 matches at an average of 28.01 and an economy rate of 4.54 — the best tally by a New Zealand bowler in women’s ODIs....

08/03/2026

Australia Women beat India Women by 10 wickets in one-off Perth Test

Perth, March 8 2026: Annabel Sutherland scored a commanding century and Australia Women completed a dominant 10-wicket victory over India Women on the third day of the lone day-night Test at the WACA Ground in Perth on Sunday. Australia chased a modest target of 25 runs without loss after dismissing India for 149 in the second innings to seal the one-off match and the series 1-0....

04/01/2026

Root, Brook steady England after early losses at SCG

Sydney, 4 January 2026: Joe Root and Harry Brook batted England into a strong position on the opening day of the fifth Ashes Test after early wickets fell against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday. Root was unbeaten on 72 and Brook on 78 as England reached 211 for 3 at stumps on Day 1 after choosing to bat....

Sydney, 4 January 2026: Joe Root and Harry Brook batted England into a strong position on the opening day of the fifth Ashes Test after early wickets fell against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday. Root was unbeaten on 72 and Brook on 78 as England reached 211 for 3 at stumps on

03/01/2026

Stokes urges selfless mindset as England weigh changes for final Ashes Test

Sydney, 3 January 2026: England captain Ben Stokes says his players should not be protective of their places as the tourists prepare for the final Ashes Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground, with the series already lost and selection changes looming. England have declined to name their playing XI ahead of the fifth Test, opting instead to announce the team at the toss on Sunday....

Sydney, 3 January 2026: England captain Ben Stokes says his players should not be protective of their places as the tourists prepare for the final Ashes Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground, with the series already lost and selection changes looming. England have declined to nam

02/01/2026

Khawaja reflects on identity, resilience as he steps away from international cricket

Sydney, 2 January 2026: As Usman Khawaja announced his retirement from international cricket, the Australian batter used the moment to reflect on a career shaped as much by resilience off the field as performance on it. Khawaja, the first Muslim and Pakistan-born male cricketer to represent Australia, spoke candidly about the scrutiny he faced throughout his career and his hope that the next generation would encounter a more inclusive environment....

Sydney, 2 January 2026: As Usman Khawaja announced his retirement from international cricket, the Australian batter used the moment to reflect on a career shaped as much by resilience off the field as performance on it. Khawaja, the first Muslim and Pakistan-born male cricketer to represent Au

02/01/2026

Usman Khawaja retires as one of Australia’s most complete modern Test batters

Sydney, 2 January 2026: Usman Khawaja’s Test career will be remembered not just for its longevity, but for its remarkable second act. After debuting in 2011, Khawaja endured years of inconsistency, selection setbacks and questions about his suitability in overseas conditions. But his recall in 2021 marked a turning point that transformed him into one of Australia’s most reliable Test batters....

Sydney, 2 January 2026: Usman Khawaja’s Test career will be remembered not just for its longevity, but for its remarkable second act. After debuting in 2011, Khawaja endured years of inconsistency, selection setbacks and questions about his suitability in overseas conditions. But his recall in