Cricket

May 16, 2025 11:02 AM

Cricket West Indies calls for inclusive pathways to Olympic participation

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has formally written to the International Cricket Council (ICC), urging that the unique structure of West Indies cricket be fairly considered in ongoing discussions with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) regarding qualification for cricket at the Los Angeles 2028 Ol...

May 13, 2025 4:07 PM

South Africa name Rabada in World Test Championship final squad

South Africa has included Kagiso Rabada in their squad for the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord's from June 11-15, following the fast bowler's return from a suspension having tested positive for a banned substance. Rabada spent a month on the sidelines at the Indian Premier L...

May 13, 2025 12:24 PM

Reaction to Virat Kohli’s retirement from test cricket

Tributes poured in across the cricketing world after Virat Kohli, India’s talismanic batsman, announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing to an end one of the modern era’s most illustrious careers. Below is a selection of the most notable responses to his announcement. SACHIN TENDULKAR...

May 12, 2025 12:18 PM

End of an era: Virat Kohli announces retirement from Test cricket

Indian cricket stalwart and former captain Virat Kohli on Monday announced his retirement from Test cricket. The decision came after it was reported that Kohli had communicated his decision to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) ahead of next month's five-match Test series against En...

May 9, 2025 1:18 PM

Pakistan moves T20 league, India’s IPL awaits government advice

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) will move its remaining matches to the United Arab Emirates in the wake of Pakistan's ongoing conflict with India, the country's cricket board chief Mohsin Naqvi said on Friday. Thursday's PSL match in Rawalpindi was postponed amid escalating hostilities between the ...

May 7, 2025 9:39 PM

Rohit Sharma announces retirement from Test cricket

Team India captain Rohit Sharma has officially announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing an end to a celebrated chapter of his international career. The 38-year-old batter took to Instagram on Wednesday to share the news, expressing gratitude to fans and reflecting on his journey in the l...