Pakistan cricket is holding its breath as the team prepares for the first Test against England. Late Decision on Babar Azam The selectors are set to make a final call on Babar Azam after waiting for the medical panel to clear his finger injury. This situation means the squad announcement or playing eleven could be delayed until the last possible moment. Key Details on the Injury Concern The finger injury

The Barbados Tridents secured their second consecutive victory after Quinton de Kock and Sherfane Rutherford played key roles with the bat while the spinners completed the job with the ball. Match Reduced to 18 Overs The contest between the Tridents and the Kings was shortened to 18 overs per side due to external factors. In this limited format the Tridents posted a target of 178 runs that the Kings were

Australia’s Test setup faces ongoing scrutiny as Marnus Labuschagne’s career average sits at 31, placing his position under the spotlight once again. Coach McDonald Highlights Backroom Role Australia coach Andrew McDonald made it clear that success depends heavily on the support team working to maximise every player’s potential. “Ultimately, it’s 31” – the phrase captures the tightrope Labuschagne walks in the longest format. The coach stressed that it also came

USA has qualified for the Under-19 women’s T20 World Cup 2027. This marks the third consecutive time the team has earned a place in the tournament. Regional Qualification Pathway The qualification came through the regional process for the 2027 edition. USA joins two other teams that have already secured their spots via their respective regional events. Teams Confirmed So Far Samoa from the East Asia-Pacific region UAE from the Asia

Afghanistan have confirmed a fresh approach for the Asian Games 2026 by appointing Rasooli as captain of a significantly changed squad. Focus on New Faces in the Squad The team includes six uncapped players, marking a clear move towards introducing fresh talent at this multi-sport event. Alongside these six players without any international experience, the selectors have added five more players who each hold fewer than ten international caps. Key

Vinay Kumar has been appointed as the head coach of Karnataka. Key Announcement for Karnataka Cricket The decision brings a familiar face from Karnataka cricket into the leadership role. Vinay Kumar steps into the position with a distinguished record in domestic cricket. Record-Breaking Wicket-Taker Vinay Kumar remains the leading wicket-taker among seamers in the Ranji Trophy. He has claimed 442 strikes in the competition. This tally underscores his long-standing contribution

Morne Morkel has set clear expectations for the fast bowlers ahead of the match in Galle. High Expectations from the Pace Unit The former South Africa pacer stressed that the quicks must focus on stacking up overs together with intensity to succeed in Galle. Morne Morkel highlighted the need for consistent effort from the entire pace group in the conditions at the venue. Experience Levels in the Attack Mohammed Siraj

Pakistan secured a win in their tour match thanks to a century from Shakeel. Key Performance from Shakeel Shakeel delivered a vital ton that guided the team across the finish line. His innings formed the backbone of Pakistan’s successful chase or total in the match. The century stood out as the decisive contribution in the contest against the opposition side. Ali Usman’s Bowling Impact Ali Usman produced a strong bowling

The New Zealand domestic cricket season is all set to begin on October 28 with the opening match of the Ford Trophy. Ford Trophy to Launch the Season October 28 marks the start of the men’s domestic campaign as the Ford Trophy gets underway. This opener signals the beginning of a busy period for New Zealand domestic teams across multiple formats. Women’s Season Follows Shortly After The women’s domestic season