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Temba Bavuma’s unbeaten run as South Africa’s Test captain has come to an end after 13 matches, following the team’s defeat against Australia in the first Test in Durban. Bavuma’s streak began after his appointment in February 2023 and included a World Test Championship final victory and a Test series win in India. However, the defeat against Australia marked a disappointing moment for the South African skipper. Speaking after the match, Bavuma admitted that the result was difficult to accept and acknowledged that

Australia could face a race against time to turn their strong position into victory in the opening Test against South Africa at Kingsmead in Durban, with fading light continuing to disrupt play. Cloud cover and haze have forced the players to leave the field early on each day, resulting in around 45 overs being lost so far. If the conditions persist, the teams could have significantly fewer overs than scheduled to produce a result. Australia Hold 139-Run Lead at the End of Day

International Test cricket is coming to Abu Dhabi as Afghanistan take on Bangladesh in a One-Off Test Match at Zayed Cricket Stadium from 9 to 13 October 2026. For cricket fans in the UAE, this is a chance to watch Afghanistan and Bangladesh compete in the traditional red-ball format from the stands. With the match scheduled across five days, the contest can develop session by session, with batting, bowling, fielding, and strategy all playing an important role. If you are planning to attend,

England moved closer to a 3-0 Test series whitewash over Pakistan at Edgbaston after Ollie Robinson produced another outstanding spell on Thursday. The fast bowler took two wickets in his opening over of Pakistan’s second innings as the visitors reached 52-2 before rain brought an early end to play on day two. Pakistan still need 268 runs to make England bat again. Robinson Continues Remarkable Series Robinson, who was named Player of the Match in the first two Tests, struck with the very

England captain Joe Root has defended Pakistan ahead of the third and final Test, rejecting suggestions that Babar Azam’s side has shown “no fight” during the ongoing series. Pakistan are 2-0 down after heavy defeats in the first two Tests, but Root believes the criticism does not tell the complete story. Joe Root Rejects Criticism of Pakistan Speaking ahead of the third Test between England and Pakistan, Root said it would be disrespectful to describe Pakistan as a team that offered no challenge.

With the third and final Test about to begin at Edgbaston, cricket's emotional atmosphere oozes with polarising feelings. This week is a mega opportunity for England to put the final polish on an overwhelmingly positive home summer and win 3-0 in the series. As for Pakistan, it is a fight of redemption — a chance to redeem some pride, silence the critics and turn the page on a painful two weeks. There have been no kind journeys to Birmingham for the tourists. Having

Australia have unveiled a formidable 16-player squad for their upcoming three-match Test series against South Africa. This crucial tour marks the first time the two sides will face off in the long format since their dramatic World Test Championship Final encounter at Lord’s, where South Africa clinched the title. With the two nations currently occupying the top two spots on the World Test Championship ladder, the series holds immense weight in shaping who qualifies for the next final. Heavyweight Fast Bowlers and Key

Pakistan cricket is set for a major rebuilding phase following a disappointing Test series in England, with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) making significant changes to the team and coaching setup. Pakistan lost the first two Tests of the three-match series, suffering heavy defeats at Headingley and Lord’s. The results have increased pressure on the national side and prompted the PCB to make changes ahead of the final Test. Major Changes in Pakistan Team The PCB has released several players from the squad,

England have left fast bowler Brydon Carse out of their squad for the third and final Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed on Wednesday. Carse Misses Final Test The 31-year-old Carse also missed the second Test after being arrested following an incident outside a nightclub in Derby. He remains under investigation by Derbyshire Police, according to British media reports. Sonny Baker Retains His Place Carse's replacement, 23-year-old left-arm pacer Sonny Baker, has retained his place in

It is hard to take an eye off it when Steve Smith walks out in the middle. Khan appears as an oddball to a typical sports fan—almost like he is playing one of his own completely different games compared to the rest. Underneath those familiar eccentricities lies one of modern cricket's greatest and hard-fought narratives. Steve Smith is more than a strange bird — he is queen bee of the cult of obsession, it's the strangest wonder. Roots and Early Ambitions Steve Smith's

Sri Lanka mounted a determined fightback on the fourth day of the second and final Test, but India remained firmly in control and moved closer to completing a series sweep. The hosts ended Wednesday on 229-6, just 16 runs ahead, with only four wickets remaining. Sri Lanka Bowled Out for 290 Earlier in the day, Sri Lanka were dismissed for 290 in their first innings. Debutant spinner Saransh Jain claimed the final two wickets, allowing India captain Shubman Gill to enforce the follow-on.

India continued to dominate the second and final Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Tuesday, despite rain and bad light bringing the third day's play to an early conclusion. Sri Lanka reached 265-8 in reply to India's 503-9 declared, leaving the hosts 238 runs behind with the possibility of a follow-on still looming. Sonal Dinusha Keeps Sri Lanka Fighting Sonal Dinusha remained unbeaten on 85, keeping alive his hopes of scoring a second century of the series. The Sri Lankan batter has

Nepal is increasingly being viewed as one of cricket’s most promising Associate nations, with the International Cricket Council (ICC) believing the Himalayan country could eventually follow the path of Afghanistan and earn a place among the sport’s Test-playing nations. With a population of around 30 million, Nepal has developed a passionate cricket culture, a growing pool of elite players and an expanding domestic competition structure. ICC Sees Huge Potential in Nepal ICC Chief Executive Sanjog Gupta said Nepal has the potential to become

India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal has been urged to find the right balance between aggression and composure following his on-field confrontation with Sri Lankan fast bowler Asitha Fernando during the second Test in Colombo. Both Jaiswal and Fernando were fined 25 per cent of their match fees by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday following the incident. Jaiswal-Fernando Clash Sparks Debate The incident occurred on the opening day of the second Test after Jaiswal was dismissed for 45 runs in India's first innings.

Bangladesh’s stunning nine-wicket Test victory over Australia in Darwin was the result of years of reforms aimed at strengthening the country’s red-ball cricket programme. The historic win on Sunday marked Bangladesh’s first Test victory on Australian soil, completing a transformation that began after a difficult period for the country’s cricket in 2019. 2019 Crisis Sparks Major Changes Bangladesh cricket went through a turbulent period in 2019 following a players’ strike and the suspension of star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan. A difficult tour of

Sri Lanka batter Sonal Dinusha produced a determined maiden Test century to help his team avoid the follow-on against India in the opening Test at Galle. Sri Lanka were eventually bowled out for 284, giving India a first-innings lead of 178 runs after India posted 462. Rain then brought an early end to the third day's play. Dinusha Rescues Sri Lanka Sri Lanka were in serious trouble at 90-5 when Dinusha walked to the crease. The 25-year-old left-hander showed composure against India's spin-heavy

Australia has begun a unique year of Test cricket by hosting Bangladesh in a two-match series in the country’s tropical north, marking Bangladesh’s first Test tour of Australia since 2003. The series is being played at Marrara Oval in Darwin, before moving to the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay on August 22. The unusual winter schedule comes as Australia prepares for a packed international cricket calendar. Test Cricket Returns to Australia's Top End Darwin’s Marrara Oval is hosting its first Test since

Pakistan's spin attack put the visitors in a commanding position on Day 3 of the second and final Test against the West Indies in Trinidad, leaving the hosts reeling at 103 for 6 in their second innings with a lead of just 60 runs. Abdullah Shafique Anchors Pakistan Innings Opener Abdullah Shafique produced a superb unbeaten 160, guiding Pakistan to a first-innings total of 387. His marathon knock lasted more than seven-and-a-half hours, during which he faced 323 balls, striking 15 fours and

West Indies produced a dominant bowling performance to defeat Pakistan by 90 runs in the opening Test of the two-match series in Trinidad on Tuesday. Chasing 211 on a challenging fourth-day pitch, Pakistan were bowled out for 120 in just 40.2 overs, suffering their fourth consecutive Test defeat and eighth straight loss away from home. Pakistan's batting struggled for the second innings in a row, collapsing to 71 for 9 before a last-wicket stand of 49 runs between Babar Azam (58 not out)

Bangladesh secured a 78-run win over Pakistan to clinch the second Test in Sylhet on Wednesday, completing a 2-0 series whitewash despite Mohammad Rizwan's brave 94 in an unsuccessful chase. Pakistan were 358 all out in the morning session on day five after chasing 437 for victory to level the series at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. Captain Shan Masood and Salman Agha contributed 71 runs apiece but it was Rizwan's battling innings containing 10 fours that ensured Pakistan remained in the hunt