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A nomination to multiple Group 1 winner and proven Group 1 sire Golden Horn is among the headline lots at this year's Racing to Cricket Tournament at Wormsley Cricket Ground on Sunday 6 September, with the event raising funds exclusively for Racing Welfare. Advance bids are now open for all auction lots, giving those unable

Here is the full schedule of matches for the 2026 Women's T20 Asia Cup, which begins on August 28th, 2026.

Anaya Bangar says her difficult transition journey made her stronger and wiser, with Cricket Australia's clearance giving her a pathway back to women's cricket after BCCI silence.

South Asia | Islamabad (TIP): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) made a formal complaint to Sky Sports after it aired an interview with the sons of former Prime Minister

A total of 14 countries will compete in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027. Get the full list of qualified teams for the ODI World Cup.

England has torn out two Pakistan wickets by lunch after being all out for 290 on the second morning of the Lord’s test. Pakistan is 16-2 after losing its most in-form batter, Abdullah Shafique, in...

2 likes, 0 comments - informante_news on August 28, 2026: "Namibia make strong start against South Africa in T20I cricket tri-series opener Staff Reporter NAMIBIA made a confident start against South Africa in the opening match of the T20I Tri-Series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Friday, reaching 72 without loss after eight overs after South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl first. Louren Steenkamp and Jan Frylinck opened the innings for Namibia and remained unbeaten as the hosts maintained a run rate of nine runs an over. South Africa, led by captain Bjorn Fortuin, opted to field first after winning the toss. The Proteas have named a youthful side for the tri-series, with players including Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Jordan Hermann in the line-up. Namibia are captained by Gerhard Erasmus, with Zane Green behind the stumps. The hosts' playing XI also includes Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Alexander Volschenk, JJ Smit, Ruben Trumpelmann, Bernard Scholtz, Jack Brassell and Max Heingo. The tournament is being played entirely in Windhoek and carries added significance ahead of the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, which Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe will jointly host. Photo: Cricket Namibia".

The ECB chairman stressed that those picked by England are expected to play with 'respect, responsibility and pride'

With Namibia about to be part of a historic Tri-series alongside South Africa and Zimbabwe, here's a look at how you can grab the game live.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir praised his team for displaying the character and mental strength required in Test cricket after Shubman Gill’s side secured a 1-0 series victory over Sri Lanka. India had a chance to complete a 2-0 sweep after winning the series opener in Galle, but Sri Lanka mounted a spirited fightback in Colombo to force a draw despite being asked to follow on.

Pakistan's Mohammad Abbas reacts after failing to take the catch to dismiss England's Gus Atkinson on day two of the second cricket test match between England and Pakistan in London,

Scheduling issues caused by The Hundred are a "price worth paying", says England and Wales Cricket Board chair Richard Thompson.

Earlier this week, Anaya Bangar received clearance to play women’s community cricket in Australia.

NEW DELHI: South Africa all-rounder Marizanne Kapp has strongly criticised Cricket Australia’s decision to offer transgender cricketer Anaya Bangar a pathway back into competitive women’s cricket, calling the development “absolutely ridiculous” and saying it “should not be allowed”.

South Africa all-rounder Marizanne Kapp has publicly criticised Cricket Australia's decision to offer a pathway back into competitive cricket for transgender athlete Anaya Bangar, stating, 'Absolutely ridiculous. This should not be allowed.'

Pakistan record in Test matches at Lord's: Explore Pakistan's full head-to-head stats and historic wins at the Home of Cricket.

Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his concern over Rishabh Pant's shot selection, stating that while his attacking style brings unforgettable moments, the wicketkeeper-batter needs to learn when to rein himself in and prioritise the team's needs over his natural instinct to attack.

R Ashwin slammed Rishabh Pant's high-risk shot selection and called for greater accountability in Tests.

The Pakistani cricket team also threatened to boycott the match if Sky decided to go ahead with the pre-recorded interview during the lunch break. | Cricket

The BCCI is mulling over sending a second-string team to the Asian Games. Here's all you need to know. | Cricket

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) are reportedly dissatisfied with the arrangements and facilities for the upcoming Asian Games cricket tournament in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Concerns include inadequate dressing rooms, distant washrooms, and small hotel rooms. As a result, India might send a 'B' team instead of the previously announced full-strength squad, pending a report from a BCCI observer.

The pair accept a deal from all five Dragons for a 5% stake in their women's cricket kit brand.

Rishabh Pant scored 168 runs in 2 matches against Sri Lanka. But, Ravichandran Ashwin isn't happy.

The Cornwall Super 9s beat Middlesex to become national disability cricket champions on Sunday.

Surrey head groundsman Lee Fortis, who famously clashed with India coach Gautam Gambhir in 2025, has been put on leave following an altercation with an ECB employee.

A world-class Test team can't afford to have a bowling attack that allows batters to feel comfortable. To be the world's best Test team, all departments of the game should be strong and striking.

'Every batter has a shortcoming somewhere. You need to find where the shortcoming is.'

3 likes, 0 comments - informante_news on August 27, 2026: "An International Cricket Feast For Namibians Namibia is hosting a T20I tri-series with South Africa and Zimbabwe from 28 August to 6 September 2026 in Windhoek, followed by a three-match ODI series between Namibia and South Africa starting on 9 September. All T20I matches are set for 14:00 local time at the FNB Cricket Ground. This was announced at a press conference earlier today at the FNB Cricket Ground. The round-robin includes six league matches plus a final. Namibia opens against South Africa on 28 August, followed by South Africa vs Zimbabwe on 29 August and Namibia vs Zimbabwe on 31 August. The second round starts on 1 September, with the final on 6 September. After the T20I tri-series wraps up, South Africa will stay on for a three-match 50-over ODI series against Namibia from 9 to 13 September 2026 in Windhoek. It’s part of a packed home season for Namibia. We caught up with the three captains to get their views on a very exciting tournament ahead.".

Rishabh Pant hit two fifties in the series against Sri Lanka, which India won 1-0. | Cricket

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