England’s 2-1 ODI series triumph over India has been rewarded in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings, with veteran batsman Joe Root returning to the top 10 after a sensational series in which he remained unbeaten throughout.Root, who was named Player of the Series, produced unbeaten scores of 76, 99 and 74 to anchor … Read more
Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma (ANI Photo) India’s disappointing UK tour has continued to unravel on the field, but the latest ICC Men’s T20I Rankings have provided a rare silver lining, with Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma holding on to the top two batting spots despite the team’s struggles against Ireland and England.India’s white-ball campaign … Read more
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
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
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
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’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
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
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
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