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ICC considers change in current two-ball ODI playing conditions
New Delhi, April 15: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering a change to the existing two-ball playing conditions in ODIs with an aim of restoring the balance between bat and ball in the format, according to ESPNcricinfo.
ICC announces dedicated task force for Displaced Afghan Women Cricketers
Dubai, April 13: The International Cricket Council (ICC), on Sunday, announced the formation of a dedicated task force to support displaced Afghan women cricketers.
LA Olympics 2028: Cricket to have six-team format for both men, women
New Delhi, April 10: Cricket at the LA 2028 Olympic Games will feature six teams each in the men's and women's tournaments, it was confirmed on Wednesday.
Zimbabwe to host crucial meetings of ICC Board and Committee this week
Harare, April 8: In a historic first, Zimbabwe will host the International Cricket Council (ICC) Board and Committee meetings this week, marking a major milestone for the country's standing in the global game, the Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC), governing body for the sport in the country, announced here on Tuesday.
Klaasen left out of SA's central contract; Miller, van der Dussen take hybrid deals
Johannesburg, April 7: Heinrich Klaasen's international cricket career could be in jeopardy after he was excluded from Cricket South Africa's (CSA) 18-player central contract list which will run from June 1 to May 31 next year.
Umpires, match officials revealed for Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier
Dubai, April 3: The six-team qualifier tournament will take place in Pakistan between April 9-19, with two sides to earn their place at this year's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup as a result, as per the official website of ICC.
NZ beat Pakistan in 2nd ODI to take unassailable series lead
Hamilton, April 2: New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 84 runs in the second ODI here at Seddon Park on Wednesday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
India to tour Australia for ODI and T20I series in October, ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup
New Delhi, March 31: India is set to embark on a crucial white-ball tour of Australia later this year, featuring three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and five T20 Internationals (T20Is). The highly anticipated series will serve as a key test for both teams ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup in 2026, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
Protected windows for international cricket among sustainable changes sought by World Cricketers' Association
New Delhi, March 26: In its comprehensive report to fix cricket’s ever-busy landscape, the World Cricketers’ Association (WCA) has called for protected windows to play international cricket, as well as for having more equitable revenue distribution and making ICC a global governing body.
Two new faces join ICC Elite Panel of Umpires
Dubai, March 25: The International Cricket Council (ICC) have announced updates to the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires, with Allahudien Paleker and Alex Wharf joining the panel, while Michael Gough and Joel Wilson make way for the two new entrants, as per the official website of ICC.
Sachin Tendulkar's 100 international centuries: A breakdown in numbers
New Delhi, March 16: On this day in 2012, legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar registered his 100th century in international cricket, becoming the first and till yet, the only cricketer to do so.
2025 Women's ODI WC Qualifier to be held in Lahore from April 9-19
New Delhi, March 14: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup Qualifier will be held across two venues in Lahore from April 9-19. Six teams will compete for two places in the main event to be held in India in October-November.
He is world class for a reason: Connolly on facing Shami in Champions Trophy SF
New Delhi, March 14: Ahead of marking his return for Western Australia in the Sheffield Shield, young Australia all-rounder Cooper Connolly said he realised why Mohammed Shami is a world-class pacer when he was dismissed by him in the 2025 Champions Trophy semi-final in Dubai.
India clinches triumphant victory in IDCA hosted ODI Deaf Series against Australia
New Delhi, March 14: The three-day ODI Deaf Series played between India and Australia concluded on March 12 after intense actions and stellar performances by the deaf cricket squads of both the teams at Karnail Singh Stadium in New Delhi. The ODI Deaf Series hosted by the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) witnessed three high-octane matches played during 10-12 March 2025. After their successful triumph in the recently concluded T20 Tri-Series between India, South Africa and Australia, the Indian squad clinched another glorious victory in the ODI Deaf Series against Australia, according to a release from IDCA.
India clinch triumphant victory in ODI deaf series against Australia
New Delhi, March 13: The three-day ODI deaf series played between India and Australia concluded on Wednesday, after intense actions and stellar performances by the deaf cricket squads of both teams at Karnail Singh Stadium in New Delhi.
Champions Trophy 2025: Matt Henry misses out as New Zealand win toss; opt to bat first against India in final
Dubai, March 9: New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bat first in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against India at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.
Bangladesh to host Zimbabwe for two-Test series in April
Dhaka, March 8: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Saturday announced the schedule for Zimbabwe's upcoming Test tour of Bangladesh. The two-match Test series will take place in April, marking both teams' return to the longest format of the game after 2021.
Match officials declared for India-New Zealand title clash for Champions Trophy
Dubai, March 6: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday announced the match officials for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final in Dubai on Sunday, in which India will take on New Zealand.
Williamson achieves untouched milestone against SA en route to record-shattering feats for NZ
Lahore, March 5: It was records galore for Kane Williamson at the picturesque Gaddafi Stadium as he etched his name in the history books by scripting a unique milestone against South Africa en route to becoming New Zealand's leading run-scorer in the Champions Trophy and the first player from his nation to cross the threshold of 19,000 international runs landmark.
Champions Trophy 2025: India and Australia arrive at Dubai International Cricket Stadium ahead of semi-final clash
Dubai, March 4: The Indian and Australian Cricket Teams arrived at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday for their semi-final clash in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
South Africa a huge challenge in Champions Trophy semi-final: Tom Latham
Dubai, March 3: After losing to India in their final Group A match in Dubai, New Zealand are set to face South Africa in the semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy on Wednesday in Lahore. Skipper Tom Latham acknowledged the Proteas' strong form and the challenge they present.
Afghanistan's rise in ICC events: From underdogs to giant slayers
New Delhi, February 27: Afghanistan's remarkable rise in international cricket continues to captivate fans worldwide. Since their ICC tournament debut in 2010, the team has evolved from an affiliate member to a formidable force, earning full membership status and reaching the knockout stages of major ICC tournaments.
Champions Trophy 2025: Centurions galore as batters dominate tournament
New Delhi, February 27: The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy has turned into a festival of centuries, with batters making the most of favourable conditions to light up the tournament. This edition has already witnessed 11 centuries, the highest in a single Champions Trophy, surpassing the previous records of 10 tons in 2002 and 2017.
Danish Kaneria hails legendary Virat for ton against Pakistan, says, Teams often worry about....
By Sahil Kohli, Houston, February 25: Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria hailed star India batter Virat Kohli for his century against Pakistan in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy, calling him a legendary player not because of how not only he scores runs, but also makes his batting partners score runs, which instils a sense of fear in the opponents.
Ireland fast bowler Josh Little to join Middlesex for 2025 domestic season in England
New Delhi, Feb 24: Ireland's left-arm fast-bowler Josh Little will join Middlesex for the 2025 domestic cricket season in England. Little, 25, will feature mainly in the club's T20 Blast tournament, but is available for other formats if needed and is subject to Cricket Ireland issuing a No Objection Certificate around his international and Irish domestic commitments.
Kuldeep Yadav is a match-winner, says childhood coach on spinner completing 300 international scalps
Dubai, Feb 23: Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav etched his name in the record books on Sunday by becoming the fifth Indian spinner to claim 300 international wickets during the ICC Champions Trophy Group A clash against Pakistan at Dubai International Stadium.
India poses a great threat to Pakistan: Former cricketer Mudassar Nazar weighs in on high-stakes Champions Trophy encounter
By Vivek Prabhakar Singh, Dubai, February 22: Former Pakistan cricketer Mudassar Nazar believes that if Pakistan can play up to its potential, the defending champions could stand a chance of scripting a victory against "formidable" India in the ongoing Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: Major blunder as India's national anthem played ahead of Aus-Eng game
Lahore, Feb 22: In a major blunder ahead of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy match between Australia and England at the Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday, the Indian national anthem 'Jana Gana Mana' was played instead of 'Advance Australia Fair' (Australia's national anthem).
Champions Trophy: I have never said I don't want to play ODIs, says Root
New Delhi, Feb 21: Ahead of England starting their 2025 Champions Trophy campaign against Australia, premier batter Joe Root said batting in ODIs is a different thing, as he can't think of any two innings in his career that have been exactly the same.
Champions Trophy: Ryan Ricketon's maiden ODI ton lifts South Africa to daunting 315/6 against Afghanistan
Karachi, February 21: Left-hand batter Ryan Rickleton's maiden ODI century (103) stormed the South African side to 315 runs after the end of the 50 overs at the National Stadium in Karachi against Afghanistan on Friday.
Champions Trophy: Battered by injuries, bruised by defeat, Australia still can't be ignored (SWOT Analysis)
New Delhi, Feb 18: Two-time winners Australia will be on a quest to regain the Champions Trophy title after a gap of 15 years. They had won back-to-back titles in 2006 and 2009 but have failed to reach the finals in the 2013 and 2017 editions, after which the event was discontinued.
Indian fans flock to Australia for Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Melbourne, February 13: A record number of Indian cricket fans travelled to Australia to watch the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, according to a release from cricket.com.au.
Asalanka's ton, Theekshana's four-fer helps clinical Sri Lanka beat Australia by 49 runs in 1st ODI
Colombo, February 12: A fine century by skipper Charith Asalanka was complemented well by a four-wicket haul from spinner Maheesh Theekshana, as Sri Lanka defeated Australia by 49 runs in a low-scoring first ODI at Colombo on Wednesday.
Shows lot of character...: Skipper Balbirnie after Ireland secure third consecutive Test win
Bulawayo, February 11: Ireland captain Andy Balbirnie feels his team is building confidence with each Test match, following their commanding 63-run victory over Zimbabwe in Bulawayo on Monday, marking their third straight Test triumph.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah congratulates Karunaratne for outstanding career
Dubai, Feb 9: International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah congratulated Dimuth Karunaratne for an outstanding international career and wished him all success in the years to come.
Intercontinental Legends Championship Trophy unveiled in Dubai
Dubai, February 8: The Intercontinental Legends Championship (ILC) trophy was unveiled at a grand function ahead of the start of the tournament in Dubai, setting the momentum in action for global cricketing supremacy. The tournament will bring together legends from across the globe, an ILC release said.
ICC unveils official song for ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 - 'Jeeto Baazi Khel Ke'
Dubai, February 7: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced the release of the Men's Champions Trophy 2025 official song, Jeeto Baazi Khel Ke, by renowned singer Atif Aslam, as per the ICC.
India spinner Ravindra Jadeja completes 600 international wickets across all formats
Nagpur, February 6: During the first ODI against England at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium on Thursday, Indian left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja completed 600 international wickets across all formats.
Ireland's Aimee Maguire suspended from bowling in international cricket
New Delhi, Feb 6: Ireland's left-arm spinner Aimee Maguire has been suspended from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect after an independent assessment confirmed that the left-arm spinner uses an illegal bowling action.
WI to commence new WTC cycle with three-Test home series against Australia
St George (Antigua), Feb 6: The West Indies men's team will begin their 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle three-match home Test series against Australia while their women's side will play host to South Africa ahead of a potential place at this year's World Cup as the Cricket West Indies (CWI) unveiled schedule from May to December 2025, featuring a mix of home and away fixtures.