Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran passes away at 38 after prolonged illness | Cricket News

Shapoor Zadran (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran passed away in India on Tuesday, a day before his 39th birthday, following a prolonged illness. He had been receiving treatment at a hospital in Greater Noida after being diagnosed with Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening disorder in which the immune … Read more

‘Cricket’s return to Olympics a landmark moment’: Jay Shah after ICC and IOC confirm LA28 qualification pathway | Cricket News

International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah hailed cricket’s return to the Olympic Games at LA28 as a landmark moment for the sport after the ICC and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed the qualification pathway, including the introduction of the inaugural ICC Olympics Qualifier.Jay Shah said the confirmed qualification system gives every member nation … Read more

Jay Shah says motherhood should not end cricket careers as ICC introduces new guidelines | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced new Return to Play Post-Pregnancy Guidelines to help female cricketers safely resume their careers after childbirth. The move comes as more players are choosing to balance professional cricket with motherhood, with the ICC aiming to strengthen support systems and player welfare. ICC chairman Jay Shah stressed … Read more

No room for early slip-ups as India begin Women’s T20 World Cup campaign vs Pakistan | Cricket News

India’s T20 World Cup journey begins with a clash against Pakistan in Birmingham. Despite a strong historical record against their rivals, the Indian squad, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, is emphasizing focus. (Photo/IANS) BENGALURU: The cross-border cricket rivalry between India and Pakistan may have lost some of its unpredictability over the years, with India enjoying overwhelming … Read more

South Africa players slam ICC after England fly home while SA, WI remain stranded in India | Cricket News

South Africa’s players (AP Photo/Ajit Solanki) Players from South Africa and West Indies have questioned the travel arrangements after their exit from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, claiming some teams were given priority flights home. While the England national cricket team left Mumbai on a charter flight to London on Saturday after their … Read more

‘Don’t be surprised if…’: Michael Clarke’s bold prediction for Jasprit Bumrah in final | Cricket News

India’s Jasprit Bumrah (ANI Photo) Ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final between the India national cricket team and the New Zealand national cricket team, former Australia captain Michael Clarke has showered praise on star Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah, describing him as the most crucial bowler in world cricket at the moment. … Read more

T20 World Cup: ICC steps in to help out West Indies, Zimbabwe with return plans amid conflict in Middle East | Cricket News

Zimbabwe cricket team (Photo/Agencies) MUMBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has moved to coordinate the safe return of the West Indies and Zimbabwe teams after their departures from India were delayed following their exit from the 2026 T20 World Cup. International flight disruptions triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have forced changes … Read more

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe stuck in India amid closure of airspace in Middle East | Cricket News

Zimbabwe players celebrate after the wicket of South Africa’s captain Aiden Markram during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 cricket match between Zimbabwe and South Africa, at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. (PTI Photo) TimesofIndia.com in New Delhi: Already out of the T20 World Cup semi-final race, Zimbabwe prepared for the dead rubber … Read more

‘India need to bring back their aggressive brand’: Aakash Chopra’s blunt warning before Zimbabwe clash | Cricket News

Indian cricket team (ANI) With India gearing up for a must-win ICC Men’s T20 World Cup clash against Zimbabwe in Chennai, former cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra has urged the team to return to their fearless, attacking approach if they are to keep their semi-final hopes alive.The MA Chidambaram Stadium is set for a high-pressure … Read more

Huge blow! Matheesha Pathirana ruled out of T20 World Cup, IPL 2026 in doubt | Cricket News

Sri Lanka’s Matheesha Pathirana (AP/PTI) Sri Lanka have been forced into a change in their squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana was ruled out with injury. Pacer Dilshan Madushanka has been officially cleared as his replacement.Pathirana picked up a muscle strain during Sri Lanka’s Group B clash against … Read more