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Highlights of the second ODI between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground in London.

England thrash India to set up ODI series decider

Sophie Ecclestone takes 3-27 as England beat India by eight wickets in a rain-affected encounter at Lord's, setting up a one-day international series decider.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / July 19

Andre Russell Calls 2016 Semi-Final vs India as His Finest Moment

By Shah Faisal As Andre Russell gets set to walk into the sunset of his international career, he’s left no doubt about which moment he cherishes the most—the unforgettable night in Mumbai during the 2016 T20 World Cup semi-final.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / July 19

England spinners shine in second ODI against India

Sophie Ecclestone, Charlie Dean and Linsey Smith take six wickets between them as England restrict India to 143-8 in 29 overs of their rain-shortened second One Day International at Lord's.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / July 19

Preview:T20I Series BAN vs PAK – Two Teams Trying to Find Their Groove

By Shah Faisal As the three-match T20I series kicks off at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, both Bangladesh and Pakistan are looking to assert their T20 credentials, but the spotlight isn’t just on the teams—it’s on the surface.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / July 19

Ireland out to 'improve ranking' against Zimbabwe

Ireland captain Gaby Lewis says improving their world ranking is top of the agenda as her side prepares for a multi-format home series against Zimbabwe.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / July 19

Exploring Britain's most extraordinary cricket grounds

BBC Sport’s Graeme Langford takes a trip around Britain to see the most extraordinary village cricket grounds in the country.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / July 18

Gaikwad pulls out of Championship deal with Yorkshire

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad pulls out of a County Championship deal with Yorkshire for "personal reasons".

Cricket News / BBC Sport / July 18

Surrey march on to Finals Day with win over Bears

Surrey head to Women's T20 Blast Finals Day in fine form as they win their 11th match with a 25-run victory over Bears.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / July 18

Bears, Durham, Kent & Hants claim T20 quarter-final spots

The Bears, Durham, Kent and Hampshire qualify for the T20 Blast quarter-finals to complete the last eight line up

Gautam Gambhir News / FirstSportz / July 18

Ajinkya Rahane Wants to See Major Change in Gautam Gambhir’s Team Selection

Out-of-favor Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane, after the team’s heart-breaking loss to England at Lord’s, proposed a major change in the playing XI for the fourth Test.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / July 18

Pakistan Announces a Packed Schedule for the Women’s Cricket Team

The Pakistan Cricket Board announced a jam-packed schedule for the women’s side for the 2025–26 season on July 8. The upcoming season is going to be huge for women’s cricket, with two World Cups (2025 ODI World Cup and 2026 T20 World Cup) scheduled.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / July 18

Hundreds attend funeral of David 'Syd' Lawrence

Former Gloucestershire and England players attend the service for Lawrence, who died last month.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / July 18

Rawal Fined, England Penalized in Heated ODI Opener

By Mehr Jan Tensions ran high during the first ODI between England and India, and not just because of the tightly contested cricket. India opener Pratika Rawal found herself in the spotlight for the wrong reasons, while England, too, came under fire for a slow over rate.

Ricky Ponting News / Cricket on SI / July 18

Australia’s Top-Order Crisis Looms Large Ahead of Ashes 2025: Ponting Backs Konstas Amid Search for Stability

By Shah Faisal Despite a commanding 3-0 Test series win over the West Indies in the Caribbean, Australia’s batting unit is under a cloud of doubt. The tour may have ended in triumph, but Ricky Ponting was among the many watching closely, noting that the bowling attack carried the side while the top order faltered.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / July 18

Kiwis Suffer a Huge Blow with Injury to Star All-Rounder

The New Zealand cricket team has suffered a huge blow just before the start of the T20 tri-series, with an injury to Glenn Phillips. The star all-rounder will miss the entire series in Zimbabwe, which also features the hosts and South Africa.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / July 18

Legends Return: World Championship of Legends 2025 Set to Deliver Thrills and Timeless Memories

By Shah Faisal The second edition of the World Championship of Legends kicks off on 18 July 2025, with a blockbuster clash between hosts England Champions and Pakistan Champions at Edgbaston.

Samit Patel News / BBC Sport / July 18

Patel to leave Derbyshire after final T20 group game

Samit Patel will play his last match for Derbyshire when he captains the Falcons in their final T20 Blast group game on Friday night.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / July 18

South Africa's Yusuf returns to Durham for second stint

South Africa bowler Codi Yusuf rejoins Durham across all three formats until early September.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / July 18

Buttler challenges Lancs to win biggest T20 games

After reaching the T20 Blast last eight for an eighth year running, Jos Buttler wants Lancashire to have something tangible to show for that consistency.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / July 18

Test Match Special

Simon Jones talks through his memories of England’s 2005 victory.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / July 17

England docked WTC points for slow over-rate at Lord’s

England have been subjected to a fine and docked two World Test Championship points for their slow over-rate in the Test victory against India at Lord’s.

James Anderson News / Guerilla Cricket / July 15

James Anderson, Rocky Flintoff among wildcard picks at the Hundred

England stalwart James Anderson could finally get a taste of franchise cricket after dazzling for years at the international level. The seamer, who will be 43 soon, has become Manchester Originals’ wildcard draft pick.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / July 15

England recall Liam Dawson for fourth Test versus India

Left-arm spinner Liam Dawson has been drafted into England’s squad for the fourth Test against India at Old Trafford, Manchester. He replaces off-spinner Shoaib Bashir who has been ruled out of the series following a fracture to a finger on his left hand.

Virat Kohli News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Virat Kohli: The Relentless Architect of Modern Indian Greatness

In a world obsessed with trends, few athletes remain timeless. Virat Kohli is one of them. From a fiery teenager in West Delhi to the face of global cricket, Kohli’s journey is less about runs and records and more about transformation, grit, and cultural disruption.