Harry Brook and Ben Stokes (Image: X) Ben Stokes has thrown his full support behind Harry Brook as his preferred successor to lead England’s Test team following his retirement from international cricket. Brook, who currently captains England in ODIs and T20Is, has served as Stokes’ vice-captain in the Test setup and is widely regarded as…
Following India’s semi-final exit from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 against Australia on Sunday, the BCCI Women’s Selection Committee announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming 2026 Asian Games, set to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, in September.Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, with Smriti Mandhana serving as vice-captain, India will enter the continental event…
Ben Stokes said he has no second thoughts about retiring from international cricket, insisting he is “very happy” with his decision despite ending his England career with a Test series defeat to New Zealand.The England captain announced on Sunday, in the middle of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge, that he would…
Ben Stokes leaves the field after his final innings after announcing his international retirement during day four of the 3rd Test Match between England and New Zealand at Trent Bridge on June 28, 2026 in Nottingham, England. (Photo/Getty Images) There is a particular cruelty in the way Ben Stokes chose to retire. On the fourth…
England captain Ben Stokes during day four of the 3rd Test match between England and New Zealand at Trent Bridge on June 28, 2026 in Nottingham, England. (Photo/Getty Images) England’s hopes of ending Ben Stokes’ captaincy on a winning note faded on the fifth morning at Trent Bridge as New Zealand completed a 160-run victory…
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…
England vs New Zealand, Third Test Day 5 Live Score: Everything now points towards a gripping final day at Trent Bridge. New Zealand have one hand on both the Test and the series after setting England a target of 383. The visitors already hold the advantage with England reduced to 103/4 at stumps, still requiring…
West Indies are two-time Men’s T20 World Cup champions with their last triumph in 2016. New Delhi: Two-time Men’s T20 World Cup champions West Indies will miss cricket’s return to the Olympics in 2028 after the qualification process was revealed on Monday (June 29). Six teams each will play in the men’s and women’s T20…
Less than 24 hours after guiding Ireland to a 2-0 T20I series win over India, head coach Heinrich Malan stepped down from his role with immediate effect.Ireland completed a 2-0 sweep after beating India by one run in the second T20I on Sunday. It was Ireland’s first-ever series win over India in any format. They…
Brendon Mccullum & Ben Stokes (Photo AP) England head coach Brendon McCullum paid tribute to Ben Stokes after the England captain announced his retirement from Test cricket, praising his immense contribution to the game and the unforgettable performances he produced throughout his international career.The 35-year-old all-rounder caught the cricketing world by surprise with his announcement,…
