Stars secure Garth on new deal as they target improved WBBL|11
Melbourne Stars' all-star pace trio is locked in for Weber WBBL|11, with Kim Garth signing a fresh deal.
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Smith avoids surgery, faces race to be fit for West Indies Tests
He was also due for a brief stint in MLC in the gap between the WTC final and the opening Test in the Caribbean.
Magical Mitchell turns lost cause into a win for Texas Super Kings
MI New York fell three runs short in an MLC 2025 contest of major twists and turns.
LIVE: Aussies in trouble after ‘big call’, star’s ‘defining moment’ puts South Africa on the brink of glory
Australia will have to recover after losing Steve Smith to a sickening injury as South Africa rallied to put itself on the brink of World Test Championship final glory at Lord’s.
T20 Blast: Anderson helps Lancs close on Northants
Runaway T20 Blast North Group leaders Northamptonshire suffer their first defeat of the season as Lancashire narrow the gap at the top.
Pretorius, Holden shine in wet as Middlesex snatch tie
Hampshire unable to hold off visitors' chase in six-over contest on south coast.
Jordan Cox finds form but rain saves Sussex to keep Essex winless
England batter leads way as Eagles come close to breaking their drought on damp night in Hove.
Jimmy Neesham show sets up Durham as Northants streak comes to an end
New Zealand allrounder hits fifty and takes three-for against old side to help edge low-scorer.
'Just stay calm...' South Africa fight fatalism as greatest prize draws near
Only 69 runs required for victory but history dictates South Africans will remain nervous to the last.
Lister holds nerve as Lancashire squeeze past Somerset
Charlie Dean takes 4 for 9 but visitors pinch points in last-over finish at Taunton.
Blaze remain unbeaten as Beaumont denies Durham
England opener Tammy Beaumont makes 81 from 44 balls to help The Blaze beat Durham and stay unbeaten in the Women's T20 Blast.
South Africa's 'big call' on captain Bavuma pays off
As Temba Bavuma hobbled off Lord's at the tea break, the Proteas were confronted with a crucial decision.
Goldsworthy, Smeed seal derby honours for Somerset
Taylor top-scores for Gloucestershire but low total Is hunted down with ease.
Barnard lifts buoyant Bears as Yorkshire fall short
Attacking approach pays off for visitors despite Dawid Malan's latest half-century.
Tammy Beaumont 81 trumps Suzie Bates 77 as Blaze win again
Table-topping form continues with successful chase of 189 at Chester-le-Street.
'One wicket': Aussies eye small steps as WTC final slips away
Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma's "clinic" of a partnership earned praise from the Aussie camp.
Samit Patel serves Notts a reminder of his class
Veteran spinner gets one over old club with three matchwinning wickets.
Aussie star's 'gruesome' Lord's injury a huge Test blow
Steve Smith's immediate playing future is in doubt after suffering a compound dislocation of his finger while dropping a catch against South Africa at Lord's.
South Africa had to make 'big call' on whether Bavuma should retire hurt
"Temba is tough," says Ashwell Prince after crucial partnership carries South Africa towards finishing line.
Anderson shines again as Lancashire continue Blast revival
Worcestershire bowled out for 143 before Keaton Jennings, Liam Livingstone steer comfortable chase.
Five quick hits: Starc breaks a drought and Smith busts a digit
Steve Smith and Temba Bavuma both end up in the hands of medical staff, as Mitchell Starc scores his first 50 in six years. Here are five quick hits from the third day of the World Test Championship decider.
South Africa World Test win would 'be massive for country'
A victory for South Africa in the World Test Championship final would be "massive for the country" as they head into day four looking to banish their chokers tag.
Australia face nervous wait after Smith finger injury
Australia's next Test assignment begins in just 12 days in the Caribbean.
Smith's finger injury compounds Australia's woe
It leaves him a major doubt for the upcoming tour of the West Indies.
MCC changes law to make boundary catches with 'bunny hops' illegal
The new law will be integrated into the playing conditions this month and into the MCC's Laws in October 2026.
Markram helps South Africa close in on Test Championship victory
Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma propel South Africa to within touching distance of victory in the ICC World Test Championship on day three of the final against Australia.
Chokers no more: One of cricket’s most maligned team’s set to end 26-year pain
Barring an extraordinary comeback from Australia’s champion attack at Lord’s on Saturday, South Africa will end its World Championship hoodoo and banish the memories of nightmares past.
Why Aussie Test dilemma will get even worse; saviour set to end famous curse — Talking Pts
South Africa is 69 runs away from winning the ICC Test Championship mace off Australia following a clutch performance from opener Aiden Markram and captain Temba Bavuma on day three at Lord’s.
Markram and Bavuma put South Africa in sight of glory
The duo added an unconquered 143 after joining forces at 70 for 2, and have left South Africa needing only 69 more on the fourth day.
Markram helps South Africa close in on World Test Championship win
Aiden Markram makes a brilliant century to put South Africa within tantalising distance of a historic victory over Australia in the World Test Championship final.
Proteas dare to dream of Test title after epic stand
A dropped catch that led to a nasty injury to Australia's Steve Smith proved to be a decisive moment.
Markram scores 'wonderful' century against Australia
Watch the best shots from Aiden Markram's century for South Africa against Australia in the ICC World Test Championship final.
'Proud' Sharif adds another landmark to fine career
Safyaan Sharif's 259th wicket in Scotland colours made him the country's most prolific bowler, another landmark career moment.
Australia's Smith dislocates finger in WTC final
Australia batter Steve Smith goes to hospital after dislocating his little finger on day three of the World Test Championship final against South Africa.
Sickening details over Smith’s ‘gruesome’ injury revealed as update gives Aussies hope
Australian vice-captain Steve Smith has sustained a sickening finger injury on day three of the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord’s.
Smith injures finger as he drops Bavuma
Australia's Steve Smith dislocates his finger dropping South Africa captain Temba Bavuma on two in the ICC World Test Championship final.
James Anderson: I've missed out on T20 over the past ten years
Former England seamer loving the challenge of getting back to shortest format with Lancashire.
13th June 2025
Sophie Ecclestone back in England T20I squad to face India
Left-arm spinner currently on a break from the game to prioritise wellbeing returns, leaving no space for legspinner Glenn.
Ecclestone returns to England squad for India T20s
England recall left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone for their five-match T20 series against India.
South Africa lose early Rickelton wicket in pursuit of 282
South Africa lose the early wicket of Ryan Rickelton as he is caught at slip off Mitchell Starc in their pursuit of 282 to win the ICC World Test Championship final.
Hazelwood dismissed as Australia finally bowled out for 207
South Africa finally break Australia's resistance, as Josh Hazlewood is caught by Keshav Maharaj to bowled out their opponents for 207 in the men's ICC World Test Championship final.
Mehidy wants to bring hope back in ODIs for Bangladesh
The new captain takes over at a time where the team has sunk to its lowest ICC ranking in 19 years.
Pakistan's Babar signs for Sixers in Big Bash
Pakistan batter Babar Azam will play in the Big Bash for the first time after he is signed by Sydney Sixers.
Anderson has 'moved with T20' despite 11-year gap
James Anderson has taken seven wickets in three T20 Blast games for Lancashire - his first in the format since 2014.
Gambhir flies back home from England due to family emergency
In Gambhir's absence, Sitanshu Kotak, Ryan ten Doeschate, and Morne Morkel will take charge of the group.
Tables brutally turn as Aussies on brink of losing Test crown after rival’s stunner
After decades of heartbreak, South Africa is within touching distance of its first ICC trophy in 27 years courtesy of a career-defining century from opener Aiden Markram on day three of the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord’s.
Sydney Sixers sign Pakistan superstar Babar Azam in massive Big Bash coup
The Sydney Sixers have secured one of the most significant acquisitions in Big Bash League history, signing Pakistan superstar Babar Azam for the 15th edition of the T20 competition.
'There's some quality energy' as India take on India A behind closed doors
The India vs India A tour game in Beckenham will be played away from prying eyes over the next four days.
Sydney Sixers sign Babar Azam for his maiden BBL deal
He is their pre-draft signing, and will join Steven Smith in the Sixers squad.
Sixers land Pakistan superstar Babar Azam in Big Bash coup
Sydney Sixers land Pakistan icon for entire BBL|15 season as a pre-draft signing.
Markram and injured skipper bat South Africa within reach of World Test title
Aussies admit "it's going to be a real challenge" as a century to Aiden Markram and 50 from a hobbled Temba Bavuma puts South Africa in sight of victory after day three of the World Test Championship final.
RCB senior official Nikhil Sosale granted interim bail by Karnataka High Court
Sosale, along with two officials from DNA Networks, the event management company associated with RCB, has been released on specific conditions.
Shreyas Iyer's SoBo Mumbai Falcons lose Mumbai T20 League final
Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals won the title, winning the final by six wickets at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium.
Allen's 51-ball 151 consigns Freedom to 123-run defeat in MLC 2025 opener
Allen, who hit 19 sixes, led San Francisco Unicorns to 269 for 5, which was 123 too many for defending champions Washington Freedom.
Nepal and West Indies to play 'historic' first bilateral T20I series in September
The matches will be played on September 27, 28, and 30 in the lead up to Nepal's participation in the men's T20 World Cup Asia qualifier.
Murphy signs up for county stint but won't use Dukes
Aussie spinner Todd Murphy's four-game foray with Gloucestershire to coincide with County Cricket experiment with Kookaburra balls.
Title-winners move to cross-town rivals for WBBL|11
Ella Hayward and Georgia Prestwidge will wear green this Big Bash season as the Stars continue to build their list.
'Panicked' Proteas batter relieved to avoid dismissal
Two years after stumping Jonny Bairstow in controversial circumstances, Alex Carey was in the middle of another tricky moment in the middle at Lord's.
Jordan stars as Surrey win last-ball thriller against Kent
Surrey snatch victory in dramatic finale after Jason Roy, Laurie Evans steer chase.
Dramatic wins for Somerset and Surrey in T20 Blast
Somerset, Surrey and Glamorgan earn victories on a dramatic night of T20 Blast action in the South Group.
Dickson, Gregory outmuscle Middlesex to make it four from four
Hefty 229 not sufficient as Somerset pile through to five-wicket win.
Smale's pace puts Glamorgan on fast track to big win
Essex lose fifth game in a row despite pyrotechnics from Luc Benkenstein.
Cummins vows to power on after latest magic milestone
Pat Cummins may have just taken his 300th Test wicket but he believes he's got plenty more in him.
South Africa 'very confident' of chasing down target on challenging pitch
Australia captain Pat Cummins says "trend of the game is the runs are coming down" ahead of likely three-day finish.
South Africa have 'belief' to pull off 'amazing' victory
South Africa's players have the "belief" they can pull off a sensational victory in the World Test Championship final, according to batter David Bedingham.
Lungi Ngidi burst puts selection questions to bed
Seamer's inclusion sparked debate about tactics and transformation - but he answered them on day two at Lord's.
Bedingham on handled-ball near miss: 'I panicked big time'
Australia appealed but umpires signalled ball was dead after it briefly became lodged behind pad flap.
Five quick hits: Collapses, classic catches and Cummins's climb
Pat Cummins reaches a magic marker, Temba Bavuma finally gets one right, and batting remains brutal on day two at Lord's. Here are the quick hits from the World Test Championship final. .
Record 191 for Munsey - but Scotland still lose to Dutch
Scotland's George Munsey hit a record-breaking 191, but the Netherlands pulled off a remarkable win in Dundee.
O'Dowd 158* trumps Munsey 191 as Netherlands chase down 370 against Scotland
It was the third-highest successful chase in ODIs.
WTC Final state of play: Skippers react to Lord’s madness that ‘could go either way’
Pat Cummins would like more wickets in hand and definitely more runs in order to feel comfortable about Australia’s chances of defending the World Test Championship after another astonishing day against South Africa at Lord’s.
‘Staggering’ carnage sparks Lord’s mystery; Aussie ‘vindication’ over six-year Cummins plot — Talking Pts
Another dramatic day of cricket in the World Test Championship decider between Australia and South Africa has unfolded at Lord’s, with champion bowlers Pat Cummins and Kagiso Rabada running rampant on the famous ground.
Road to 300: All of captain Pat's milestone wickets
We chart the fast bowler's ascension from teenage sensation to captain courageous through his milestone wickets.
Hugh Dennis presents a tribute to the late Bill Dare
Hugh Dennis presents a tribute to the late Bill Dare.
Australia ahead after Cummins, Rabada and Ngidi dominate pulsating second day
With two third-innings wickets still to prise out, South Africa already need to pull off the fourth-highest successful chase at Lord's.
Cummins takes 300th Test wicket with final in balance
Pat Cummins takes his 300th Test wicket before South Africa fight back with the ball to leave Australia on 144-8 in the second innings of the ICC Test Championship final at Lord's - a lead of 218 heading into day three.
Bowling blitz leaves World Test title up for grabs
It was carnage after the lunch break as ball dominated bat once again on day two at Lord's.
Australia collapse to leave World Test Championship wide open
Australia suffer a dramatic second-innings batting collapse to leave the World Test Championship final hanging in the balance.
McCaughan hits first T20 Blast ton as Hawks beat Essex
Hampshire Hawks opener Ella McCaughan hits the first women's T20 Blast century to help her side to a 42-run win at Essex.
Ngidi takes three quick wickets as South Africa fight back against Australia
South Africa's Lungi Ngidi takes three wickets in four overs as Australia lose five wickets for 29 runs in the evening session on day two of the ICC Test Championship final at Lord's.
Ireland and West Indies first T20 off after rain
Ireland's first T20 international against West Indies is abandoned because of consistent rain.
McCaughan century leads Hampshire rout of Essex
Charli Knott helps add hefty total before Adams four-for seals emphatic 42-run win.
Kleinveldt to leave Northants for Western Province
Northamptonshire's lead bowling coach Rory Kleinveldt is to leave the club to become head coach at Western Province in South Africa.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz appointed Bangladesh's ODI captain for next 12 months
He replaces Shanto and will take over the reins from the Sri Lanka series next month.
Captain Fantastic delivers again for Australia; Cummins sets new mark at Home of Cricket
Pat Cummins squared his shoulders, stared his inquisitor in the eye and broke into a smile.
Six-wicket haul helps Cummins reach 300 dismissals in Tests
Australia captain Pat Cummins finishes with figures of 6-28 in South Africa's first innings of the ICC Test Championship final at Lord's - with the final wicket also bringing up Cummins' 300th career Test wicket.
Pakistan legend Akram praises statue despite mocking
Wasim Akram responds to criticism of his statue outside the Niaz Stadium, thanking the artist for their effort.
12th June 2025
Webster takes brilliant catch to give Cummins 300th Test wicket
Australia captain Pat Cummins gets South Africa's Kagiso Rabada out to pick up his 300th career Test wicket and finish with figures of 6-28 in the first innings of the ICC Test Championship final at Lord's.
Cummins eighth Australia bowler to reach 300-wicket milestone in Tests
Cummins' 6 for 28 is also the best figures by a captain at Lord's.
PCB retains four out of five selectors for men's team
The only change is Usman Hashmi replacing Hassan Cheema as the data analyst.
'Not getting involved': Carey walks away from another Lord's controversy
Australia's first trip to Lord's since the infamous Jonny Bairstow stumping almost sees another controversy with Alex Carey at the centre, as South Africa's David Bedingham avoids being out handling the ball.
‘I panicked’: Rules explained as SA star survives ‘dodgy’ act, Carey avoids another Lord’s drama
Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey has avoided another Lord’s controversy after South African batter David Bedingham evaded what would have been a bizarre dismissal on day two of the World Test Championship final.
Keep Hundred free of England clash - Fire investor
Keeping The Hundred free of clashes with England internationals is vital to the success of the competition, according to Welsh Fire investor Sanjay Govil.
Australia Test spinner Todd Murphy signs with Gloucestershire
The offspinner has signed for four Championship games in June and July.
Women's CPL to be held in Guyana from September 6 to 17
Like the first three seasons, the same teams - Amazon Warriors, Knight Riders and Royals - will feature in the 2025 edition.
'He's so good in the field' - Labuschagne takes diving catch to dismiss Bavuma
Australia's Marnus Labuschagne takes a brilliant diving catch to remove South Africa captain Temba Bavuma for 36 to leave South Africa on 94-5 on day two of the ICC Test Championship final at Lord's.
Major League Cricket 'not a threat' to Hundred now
Major League Cricket chief executive Johnny Grave says the tournament is no longer a danger to The Hundred.
'I don't think Bavuma knew' - South Africa captain has lucky escape after review
Temba Bavuma avoids being dismissed lbw by Josh Hazlewood after a review shows a surprising spike on the Ultra-edge, with South Africa 66-4 in their first innings in the Test Championship final against Australia.
