The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is all set to return for its ninth edition in 2024. The tournament will be held in the West Indies and USA, across nine different venues from June 1 to June 29. It is the first time the USA will play host to a major ICC global tournament. Bet...
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Former England Cricketer Monty Panesar to Stand For Next UK General Election – News18
Former England cricketer Monty Panesar (Credit: X) Left-arm spinner Panesar, 42, played 50 tests for England, taking 167 wickets between 2006 and 2013. He will stand in the Ealing Southall constituency in west London at the vote, which is expected to be held later this year. Former England cricketer Monty Panesar is...
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Sacked for being Jewish: South Africa removes U19 cricket captain over Israel-Gaza war
Jewish cricketer David Teeger has been removed as South Africa’s captain at the Under-19 World Cup over fears he will be targeted by protests related to the war in Gaza. Teeger’s position has been under the spotlight since a row over pro-Israel comments attributed to him when he won a Jewish Rising Star award last year....
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Indian-origin charity cricket club co-founder awarded UK PM’s Points of Light
London: The co-founder of the Bharat Cricket Community as a charity club to promote healthy living and community integration across south-east England has been honoured with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s Points of Light award. Himanshu Jain is among the most recent recipients of the honour, which regularly recognises outstanding people whose service is making...
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‘Worst decision ever’: How Aussie icon infiltrated English cricket… and sparked 86-year meltdown
The ECB’s decision to trial the Kookaburra ball for four rounds of the County Championship has prompted widespread debate in the United Kingdom after 15 of the competition’s first 16 matches ended as draws. In a bid to help develop England’s future Test cricketers, the Australian-made Kookaburra has replaced the traditional Dukes ball for the...
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PAK vs NZ 2024, T20I series: Broadcast, Live Streaming details – When and where to watch in India, USA, UK, Pakistan & other nations
Pakistan are gearing up to host New Zealand in a T20 International (T20I) series starting on April 18. Babar Azam, who was recently reinstated as Pakistan’s white-ball captain, will lead his team in the series. For New Zealand, Michael Bracewell will take on the role of captain as several senior players are unavailable for the...
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Reports Claim Ex-Pakistan Skipper Has Moved To UK After Test Snub. His Reply | Cricket News
File photo of Sarfaraz Ahmed© AFP Former Pakistan cricket team skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed has refuted rumours claiming that he has migrated to the United Kingdom following a disappointing show in the Test series against Australia. Sarfaraz made a sensational return to the Test squad but single digit scores in both innings resulted in the 36-year-old...
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Watch: Rishi Sunak faces English pace legend James Anderson in cricket session
British prime minister Rishi Sunak played against England’s legendary fast bowler James Anderson in a friendly game of cricket on Friday. Sunak also interacted with some other players of the England cricket team. He signed autographs and got pictures clicked with several budding cricketers. United Kingdom PM Rishi Sunak played against England’s legendary fast bowler...
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British PM Rishi Sunak announces £35 million investment to boost grassroots cricket in UK schools
Under Rishi Sunak’s pet project, the UK government is expected to invest around 2,500 pieces of new equipment in every school that is part of the programme. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak holds a cricket bat as he speaks with England cricket players during a visit to the Oval on April 5, 2024...
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UK PM Rishi Sunak announces £35m investment for grassroots cricket
In a significant move to bolster the grassroots of the sport, United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced a £35m investment in cricket across England and Wales. This investment aims to address the longstanding criticism that the national teams have been dominated by players from private schools and to make the game more accessible...
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Scott Boland embarks on maiden County Championship campaign in quest for another Test cap
“We want Boland! We want Boland!” The MCG’s raucous Bay 13 chanted in unison during the recent Boxing Day Test against Pakistan, voicing their admiration for local hero Scott Boland — who wasn’t even playing the match. Two years earlier, the Victorian became a national icon after taking 6-7 during a breathtaking four-over spell on...
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NZ vs ENG 2024, Women’s ODI Series: Broadcast, Live Streaming details – When and where to watch in India, USA, UK, New Zealand & other nations
New Zealand and England Women‘s cricket teams prepare to clash in a thrilling five-match One Day International (ODI) series. Following a riveting T20I encounter, where England emerged victorious with a commanding 4-1 lead, both teams are set to reignite their rivalry at the iconic Basin Reserve starting April 1st. England, buoyed by their recent success,...