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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) held their nerve in a tense, high scoring encounter to defeat Delhi Capitals (DC) at their home ground and register their fourth win of the season.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 29

Pratika Rawal Becomes Fastest to 500 Runs in Women’s ODIs, Breaking 27-Year-Old Record

India’s top-order batter Pratika Rawal has set a new benchmark in women’s cricket by becoming the fastest player to reach 500 runs in Women’s One Day Internationals (ODIs).

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 29

Nat Sciver-Brunt Named England Women's Captain as Heather Knight Steps Down After Historic Tenure

In a significant shift for England women's cricket, Nat Sciver-Brunt has been named the new captain, stepping into the role after Heather Knight's influential nine-year leadership came to a close.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 29

Cricket Makes Return, MMA Debuts in 2026 Asian Games Lineup

By Mehr Jan In a move set to diversify the athletic showcase of the 2026 Asian Games, cricket and mixed martial arts (MMA) have officially been added to the competition roster. The announcement was made following the 41st board meeting of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Organizing Committee (AINAGOC).

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 29

PCB Sets Eyes on Raza, Hassan, and Hesson for Bangladesh T20I Series

By Shah Faisal The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has shortlisted five potential players for selection in the upcoming five-match T20I series against Bangladesh, scheduled to be held in Pakistan next month.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / April 29

England consider Southee as bowling consultant

England are considering former New Zealand international Tim Southee as their fast-bowling consultant for the home summer.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 29

Major League Cricket to Move HQ from California to Texas to Attract Viewership

Major League Cricket (MLC) is taking a bold step to strengthen its presence in the United States by relocating its headquarters to Grand Prairie, a suburb just 15 miles from downtown Dallas.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 29

Vaibhav Suryavanshi; The Youngest Fastest Centurion in IPL History

By Shah Faisal There have been many occasions in cricket when those witnessing a match have felt fortunate to see history unfold before their eyes. One

Cricket News / BBC Sport / April 29

Gloucestershire to explore move to Swanmoor Stoke

Gloucestershire cricket signs a non-binding heads of terms agreement to explore a new site in Swanmoor Stoke on the edge of Bristol.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / April 29

'Why hit a single when you can hit six?' - the making of a teen IPL star

The story of Vaibhav Suryavanshi's journey from a small village in India to hitting the IPL's second-fastest century, aged just 14.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / April 29

Sciver-Brunt replaces Knight as England captain

All-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt is named England captain by new coach Charlotte Edwards, after Heather Knight held the role for nine years.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / April 29

'Remember the name' - cricket world reacts to Suryavanshi century

India greats Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Yuvraj Singh lead the praise for 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi after his century in the IPL.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 28

14-Year-Old Prodigy on a Record-Breaking Spree Against the Best Bowling Unit This Season

Dreams don’t get any bigger than this. Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 14-year-old prodigy from Rajasthan Royals, played the innings of a lifetime against the best bowling unit and the table-topping team this season.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 28

'We Are Not Interested': Gull Feroza Firmly Rejects Playing World Cup Matches in India

By Mehr Jan In a bold statement that leaves little room for doubt, Pakistan opener Gull Feroza has unequivocally ruled out participating in the ICC Women’s

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 28

IPL Eyes Major Expansion to 94 Match Season by 2028

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is seriously considering expanding the Indian Premier League (IPL) to a 94-match season starting in 2028.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 28

From the Chase Master; Kohli Share Important Things While Chasing Runs in T20

Shah Faisal Royal Challengers Bangalore have been on a chasing spree in the IPL this season. So far, they have chased targets four times, and in each

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / April 28

USA Clinch 2025 North America T20 Cup with Commanding Victory Over Canada

By Shah Faisal The United States secured the 2025 North America T20 Cup title in style, defeating Canada by six wickets in the final. A composed performance

Ravi Shastri News / FirstSportz / April 27

Ravi Shastri sees something special in CSK’s 17-year-old prodigy Ayush Mhatre

Former Indian cricketer-turner presenter Ravi Shastri praised Chennai Super Kings prodigy Ayush Mhatre for his impressive display for the side, despite the team’s struggles this season.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / April 27

Proficient India best Sri Lanka in rain-affected tri-series opener

India bested Sri Lanka in the rain-curtailed first game of the tri-series in Colombo by nine wickets. The spinners orchestrated the win with Sneh Rana bagging a three wicket-haul while Nallapureddy Charani and Deepti Sharma picked two apiece.

Stephen Fleming News / FirstSportz / April 26

Stephen Fleming admits letting supporters down that show up because of MS Dhoni amid CSK’s ongoing slump

Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming, while taking responsibility for the side’s poor 2025 IPL display, admitted that the team has let down the valiant CSK supporters.

Andrew Flintoff News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Andrew Flintoff: From Near Death to Redemption Through Cricket

The new Disney+ documentary on the life of England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff was released on Friday. Flintoff's wife, Rachael, says cricket saved him

Virat Kohli News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Virat Kohli Becomes First Cricketer to Score 3,500 T20 Runs at a Single Venue

Virat Kohli etched his name into the history books yet again, becoming the first cricketer to score over 3,500 T20 runs at a single venue. The milestone was achieved during Royal Challengers Bangalore’s IPL 2025 clash against Rajasthan Royals at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, a ground that has become synonymous with Kohli’s dominance.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / April 25

ECB appears to cast doubt over Bangladesh touring England in the future

It might have been a throw away comment at the end of a long and wide ranging interview, but ECB CEO Richard Gould’s comments about the prospects of England hosting Bangladesh in the near future were revealing.

Virat Kohli News / FirstSportz / April 25

Suresh Raina feels Virat Kohli retired 'too soon' from T20Is

Ex-Indian cricketer-turned commentator Suresh Raina expressed his disappointment with Virat Kohli’s decision to retire from T20Is last year. The former Chennai Super Kings star felt that it happened ‘too soon’.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / April 24

Rob Andrew and ECB throw their weight behind County Cricket Day

Cricket enthusiasts across the UK are gearing up for the return of County Cricket Day, a campaign to celebrate County Cricket. After last year’s successful campaign saw widespread support and bumper attendances, an extra day has also been added this year to support the fast-growing women’s game.