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“Sold sacks of wheat”: Fans demand refund after IND vs SA 4th T20 called off in Lucknow

Cricket fans were furious with the BCCI after the 4th T20I between India and South Africa was called off due to fog at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 18

England Ashes Dreams On Life-Support As Australia Rip Through Batting

A pumped-up Australia ripped through England's fragile batting Thursday to leave the tourists staring down the barrel of a third Test defeat with their Ashes campaign on the brink, barring a miracle.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 18

3rd Test: Conway, Latham Historic Stand Powers NZ To 334-1 Vs WI On Day 1

ICC World Test Championship: Devon Conway and Tom Latham delivered an opening-day record-breaking performance here at the Bay Oval on Thursday, carving up a struggling West Indies bowling attack as New Zealand closed Day 1 of the third Test on a formidable 334/1.

Mitchell Starc News / Crictoday / December 18

England wicket-keeper Jamie Smith given out in controversial manner, Starc demands sacking of snicko

England were stunned on day 2 of the third Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval after wicket-keeper batter Jamie Smith was controversially declared out with the help of Snickometer, just a day after another wrong decision involving Alex Carey.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 18

IPL 2026 Auction: Gujarat Titans did not address their middle-order issues at all, says ex-India selector

Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth believes Gujarat Titans did not strengthen their middle order adequately during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction which took place on December 16.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 18

Rashid, Naveen Star as MI Emirates Pull Off Seven-Run Heist

MI Emirates stunned the Dubai Capitals with a seven-run victory at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday, defending a modest total of 137/8. Jonny Bairstow’s half-century provided the backbone of the innings amidst impressive performances from Mustafizur Rahman and Muhammad Jawadullah.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 18

'This is ridiculous!' - Smith dismissed after more Snicko controversy

Confusion reigns on day two of the third Ashes Test with England's Jamie Smith at the centre of the controversy after he's given not out after review, only to be given out moments later in a separate delivery, due to a contentious use of the Snicko technology.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 18

Pakistan Name Farhan Yousaf-led Squad For U19 World Cup

ICC U19 World Cup: Farhan Yousaf will continue to captain Pakistan U19 as the 15-member squad, as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has been named for the upcoming tri-series in Zimbabwe and the ICC U19 World Cup.

Indian cricket stars Kuldeep Yadav, Renuka Singh join Lionel Messi for crossover photoshoot

Indian cricketers Kuldeep Yadav and Renuka Singh Thakur recently shared the spotlight with football legend Lionel Messi and his Argentina teammate Rodrigo De Paul during the iconic GOAT India Tour.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 18

Conway, Latham Smash 323-Run Opening Stand in 3rd Test vs West Indies

Devon Conway and Tom Latham plundered a poor West Indies attack Thursday for a mammoth opening partnership on day one of the third Test in Mount Maunganui as New Zealand piled up 334-1.

Shreyas Iyer News / CricketGully / December 18

Top 5 facts about Shreyas Iyer as the captain in Indian Premier League

The Punjab Kings captain, Shreyas Iyer, has recently been one of the most hyped cricketers in the Indian circuit, something he became after years of playing silently.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 18

Bangladesh Premier League opening ceremony called off over security concerns

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam said on Wednesday, December 17, that the board has decided to postpone the opening ceremony of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) due to security concerns.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 18

India Have Been The Better Team In T20Is: Dale Steyn

Narendra Modi Stadium: The ongoing India-South Africa series remains fiercely contested, with two possible outcomes before the final game: South Africa drawing level at 2-2 or India winning it 3-1, and former Proteas fast bowler Dale Steyn opined that India have ‘been the better team’ so far in the three games played.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 18

'Why did you not challenge even for someone like Akash Deep?' - Former India opener questions SRH's tactics at IPL 2026 auction

Abhinav Mukund slammed Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for not going after experienced Indian seamer Akash Deep at the IPL 2026 mini-auction at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, December 16.

Ben Stokes News / CricTracker / December 18

Ashes 2025-26: ‘That’s where I wanted you to bowl’ - Stokes’ frustration boils over Archer in Adelaide

England’s hopes of reclaiming the Ashes are hanging by a thread, and captain Ben Stokes cut a frustrated figure as plans went awry, but Jofra Archer finally made his mark in Adelaide.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 18

SA Have Been A Bit Hot And Cold In The T20I Series: Robin Uthappa

Robin Uthappa: As the fourth T20I of the five-match series between India and South Africa was called off without a ball being bowled due to excessive fog

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 18

Ashes 2025-26: England review reinstated after Snicko error in Carey decision

England will have a player review reinstated after the supplier of Snicko technology admitted that an operator error may have cost them the wicket of Alex Carey on the opening day of the Adelaide Test.

Nathan Lyon News / Crictoday / December 18

Glenn McGrath picks up chair after Nathan Lyon surpasses him to become Australia’s second-highest wicket-taker

Australia wicket-keeper Nathan Lyon went past Glenn McGrath in the list of most Test wickets on Day 2 of the second Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval. It was McGrath’s reaction that went viral.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 17

'He's a hit-and-miss bowler' - World Cup winner analyses KKR's move to buy Matheesha Pathirana for INR 18 crore

Kris Srikkanth wondered whether the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made the right call by spending INR 18 crore to sign Matheesha Pathirana at the IPL 2026 mini-auction on Tuesday, December 16.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / December 17

England edge further towards Ashes point of no return

Australia solidified their dominant position after lunch on day two of the third Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval, with the crucial wickets of Joe Root and Harry Brook.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 17

Tickets price announced for 2026 T20 World Cup at Eden Gardens; Know the minimum and maximum values

The ICC 2026 Men's t20 World Cup is nearing as the Cricket Association of Bengal has announced the ticket prices of the iconic Eden Gardens. Notably, the price range has been divided into three slots, depending on the importance of the teams involved and the stage of the tournament.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 17

Irfan Pathan hails KKR for Matheesha Pathirana signing, calls bowling attack perfect

KKR hogged headlines in the IPL 2026 auction by buying Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana for Rs 18 crore. Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan praised the acquisition, saying it gives the team a good bowling lineup capable of handling pressure in the league.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / December 17

England’s old foes steer must-win Test in Aussies direction

Every session is a must-win for England at the minute, but the first session of Day 2 of this third Test felt particularly pivotal. The Aussies are so close to sealing their retention of the urn now, skittling the English top three cheaply having reached 371 after some loose bowling to kick off the day’s play.

Virat Kohli News / Cricfit / December 17

- Virat Kohli And Anushka Sharma Visit Alibaug After Vrindavan Retreat

Actor Anushka Sharma and Indian cricketer Virat Kohli were recently spotted travelling to their Alibaug residence after concluding a spiritual retreat in Vrindavan.

Cricket News / Cricfit / December 17

Sunrisers Hyderabad: Full Squad After IPL 2026 Auction

At the IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi, SunRisers Hyderabad made intelligent and courageous decisions with the procurement of England’s all-rounder Liam Livingstone at a price of ₹13 crores.