Former England star Mark Butcher has issued a scathing critique of his nation’s batting philosophy, arguing that an obsession with ‘intent’ has eroded technical foundations—leaving batters exposed on fast, bouncy Australian pitches.
Following India’s ODI series win over South Africa, head coach Gautam Gambhir and legend AB de Villiers have declared that rigid batting orders are a thing of the past—ushering in a new era of creative, situation-based white-ball batting.
Following India’s historic T20 World Cup triumph, the BCCI’s December 22 Apex Council meeting will finally address long-standing demands for better domestic pay for women cricketers—while also deciding the central contract grades of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
Australia’s 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s U-19 World Cup includes Aryan Sharma and John James—two rising stars of Indian origin—highlighting the nation’s rich multicultural cricket identity as defending champions aim for back-to-back titles.
Aayan Khan delivered a career-defining spell of 3/17 to dismantle Sharjah Warriorz, paving the way for Gulf Giants’ third straight ILT20 win. With Rahmanullah Gurbaz sealing the chase, the Giants are now serious title contenders.
In her first public appearance since calling off her wedding, Smriti Mandhana delivered a stirring message about sacrifice, focus, and the sacred duty of representing India—proving why she remains the heartbeat of women’s cricket.