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Misbah-ul-Haq Steps Down as Pakistan Selector After Mass Test Squad Overhaul

Former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq has resigned from his position as a national cricket selector. His departure came just one day after the Pakistan Cricket Board made sweeping changes to the Test squad touring England. The PCB had removed seven players from the squad in a significant shakeup. Misbah's resignation signals deeper tensions within Pakistan cricket administration following the controversial squad decisions.

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Queen's Park Oval renames stand to honour Bravo, Pollard and Narine

Queen's Park Oval in Trinidad has renamed one of its stands in honour of three Caribbean cricket legends — Dwayne Bravo, Kieron Pollard, and Sunil Narine. The stand was previously known as the Trini Posse Stand before receiving its new name. The renaming ceremony took place on Monday as part of the official festivities marking Trinidad and Tobago's 64th Independence Day. The tribute recognises the significant contributions all three players have made to West Indian and global cricket.

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Australia eye ODI series in Zimbabwe and South Africa as World Cup prep

Australian selectors are treating upcoming ODI series in Zimbabwe and South Africa as important stepping stones toward defending their ODI World Cup title. While multi-format players will continue to prioritize Test cricket, the limited-overs fixtures have been assigned meaningful strategic value. The selectors view these matches as a key opportunity to build squad depth and refine combinations ahead of the tournament. The series represent a chance for fringe players to press their claims for World Cup selection.

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Hetmyer's unbeaten 111 lifts Amazon Warriors to second on CPL table

Shimron Hetmyer's match-winning century of 111 not out powered the Guyana Amazon Warriors to another victory in the CPL, keeping their unbeaten run intact. The win elevated the Warriors to second place on the points table. Mohammad Nabi played a crucial supporting role with the ball, claiming 3 for 20 to restrict the Trinbago Knight Riders' batting lineup. The match was affected by rain but still produced a decisive result in the Warriors' favour.

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PCB's chaotic team management reaches new low amid administrative failures

The Pakistan Cricket Board has come under sharp criticism for its increasingly dysfunctional handling of the national cricket team. The PCB has repeatedly used the team as a vehicle to deflect from its own administrative shortcomings and internal power struggles. Frequent and erratic decision-making has created instability within the squad, undermining player confidence and team performance. Critics argue that the board's annual cycle of panic-driven changes reflects a deeper institutional failure rather than any coherent cricketing strategy. The situation has raised serious concerns about the long-term direction of Pakistan cricket under the current administrative setup.

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Handscomb earns Australia A recall ahead of India Test series

Peter Handscomb has been named in the Australia A squad as selectors keep an eye on the upcoming Test series against India. Nathan McSweeney and Sam Konstas have been included in both the four-day and one-day squads, reflecting their continued prominence in Australia's plans. Pace bowlers Kane Richardson and Mahli Doggett have been selected for the red-ball component of the tour. The Australia A fixtures are seen as a key preparation and selection platform ahead of the high-profile India series.

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Australia reshuffle ODI squad: Labuschagne out, Davies and Peake called up

Australia have made notable changes to their ODI squad, dropping Marnus Labuschagne while calling up Josh Davies and newcomer Peake. Fast bowlers Spencer Johnson and Billy Stanlake have also been named in the selection. Regular pace spearheads Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc are set to return to the squad for the South Africa leg of the tour. The changes reflect Australia's intent to manage workloads and provide opportunities to emerging players ahead of upcoming fixtures.

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Nahida and Marufa Share Five Wickets as Bangladesh Dismiss Indonesia for 58

Bangladesh secured a commanding victory over Indonesia in what appears to be a women's cricket match. Spinners Nahida Akter and Marufa Akter shared five wickets between them to dismantle the Indonesian batting lineup. Their combined bowling effort restricted Indonesia to a meager total of just 58 runs. The disciplined bowling performance proved decisive in Bangladesh brushing aside their opponents with relative ease.

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Pakistan overhaul Test squad in England, send seven home and appoint Hesson

Pakistan have made sweeping changes to their Test squad currently in England, sending seven players back home. Five uncapped players have been called up as replacements, alongside the inclusion of Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal. The Pakistan Cricket Board has also brought in Mike Hesson to take charge of coaching the Test side. The shake-up signals a significant shift in Pakistan's approach to their ongoing tour of England.

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Zimbabwe beat Namibia by 5 runs in tense Africa T20 Cup thriller

Zimbabwe narrowly defeated Namibia by five runs in a gripping Africa T20 Cup encounter. Namibia were chasing a target of 196 but ultimately fell short of the mark. A remarkable seventh-wicket partnership of 110 runs between Green and Busing-Volschenk gave Namibia a real chance of pulling off the upset. However, Zimbabwe held their nerve in the final stages to secure a hard-fought victory.

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Maphaka confident to lead South Africa pace attack in Rabada's absence

Young South African fast bowler Kwena Maphaka has expressed confidence in his ability to step up as a lead pacer for the Proteas. Maphaka pointed to his prior experience leading bowling attacks at multiple levels, including with the Lions franchise and the South Africa under-19 side. The 20-year-old also noted that he has spent enough time in the senior Proteas setup to feel prepared for the added responsibility. His readiness comes as South Africa face the prospect of managing without their premier fast bowler Kagiso Rabada.

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Pakistan to overhaul squad and management following Lord's Test defeat

Pakistan are set for a major restructuring of their squad and team management following their defeat at Lord's. Openers Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Rizwan are reportedly being sent home from the touring party. Speculation is mounting that white-ball coach Mike Hesson could replace Sarfaraz Ahmed in a coaching capacity. The changes reflect growing pressure on Pakistan's cricket leadership following the disappointing result in England.

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Mayank Agarwal signs with Durham for rest of County Championship season

Former India Test opener Mayank Agarwal has joined English county side Durham for the remainder of the County Championship. He arrives at Chester-le-Street as a replacement for David Bedingham, who is unavailable for the rest of the campaign. The move gives Agarwal valuable red-ball cricket ahead of a potential international comeback. Durham will be hoping his experience strengthens their batting lineup for the closing stages of the season.

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Zimbabwe make one change as Namibia bowl first in closely contested clash

Zimbabwe have made one change to their lineup, bringing in Masakadza to replace Cremer for this match against Namibia. Namibia, unchanged from their previous game, have won the toss and elected to bowl first. The two sides have a closely matched history, with this being their 17th meeting overall. Namibia enter the contest holding a slight advantage over Zimbabwe heading into this fixture.

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Trescothick eyes repeat of 2005 pace attack as England seamers click ahead of Edgbaston

England interim coach Marcus Trescothick has drawn comparisons between the current seam attack and the celebrated 2005 Ashes bowling unit. The four-man pace combination has shown strong cohesion in recent outings, prompting confidence from the coaching staff. Trescothick plans to field the same seam quartet in the upcoming Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston. The decision reflects England's intent to be ruthless and apply maximum pressure on Pakistan with a settled and in-form attack.

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BCB president Tamim hopeful India will tour Bangladesh in 2026-27 season

Bangladesh Cricket Board president Tamim Iqbal has expressed optimism about India touring Bangladesh during the 2026-27 cricket season. The proposed tour is expected to feature a white-ball series consisting of six matches. According to ESPNcricinfo, the series is likely to be scheduled for early next year. The potential tour would mark a significant bilateral engagement between the two neighbouring cricket nations.

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Australia to Announce ODI Squads for Zimbabwe and South Africa Series This Week

Australia are set to name their ODI squads for upcoming series against Zimbabwe and South Africa, with the announcement expected this week. Josh Hazlewood is among the players in focus after making a successful return in Test cricket. The selectors will be assessing form and fitness as they build toward their white-ball commitments. The squad selections will provide clarity on Australia's ODI plans following their recent Test campaign.

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Pakistan's Poor Form Continues After Second Test Loss to England

Pakistan suffered another defeat against England, extending their dismal run of results in Test cricket. Despite showing some improvement with the ball compared to their performance at Headingley, the team remained largely uncompetitive throughout the match. Pacer Mohammad Abbas acknowledged the difficult situation, admitting that concern is widespread within the squad. The team's batting continues to be a major area of weakness, preventing them from putting up a strong fight against the hosts. Pakistan's management and players are under pressure to find solutions as the series progresses.

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Rain denies Hampshire win as Glamorgan struggle in chase despite Albert fifty

Hampshire were on course for a crucial victory against Glamorgan in their County Championship fixture before rain intervened to frustrate their efforts. Toby Albert contributed a half-century for Hampshire, helping them set a challenging target for the hosts. Glamorgan found themselves in difficulty during their run chase, with Hampshire's bowlers making early inroads. However, the weather stepped in to deny Hampshire what would have been a significant win with implications for their relegation survival bid.

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