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Received — 14 August 2026 ⏭

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Gill emphasises importance of India qualifying for World Test Championship Final: 'We have to win' 14 August 2026 at 18:09

Gill emphasises importance of India qualifying for World Test Championship Final: 'We have to win'

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By: Pavitra Shome

14 August 2026 at 18:09

India hasn't clinched a landmark Test series win yet, but the young skipper Shubman Gill insists he feels comfortable in the leadership role after guiding the team’s progress on the right path.

India vs Sri Lanka: From live streaming, dates, timings and squads, check out all details you need to know

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By: Pavitra Shome

14 August 2026 at 17:24

With the stakes high, India are determined to reignite their World Test Championship campaign and push towards the 2027 final after enduring a turbulent stretch of results.

Tempers erupt as Mitchell Starc and Mehidy Hasan Miraz exchange verbal barbs at end of Day 2: 'Get off the wicket!'

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By: Pavitra Shome

14 August 2026 at 16:25

Tempers flared late on day two of the Australia vs Bangladesh Test in Darwin, as Mitchell Starc and Mehidy Hasan Miraz exchanged heated words after a near collision in the 103rd over.

Veteran Sri Lankan cricket coach dies after altercation with cricketers during match

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By: Pavitra Shome

14 August 2026 at 10:19

Veteran Sri Lankan coach Sumith Fernando, who once mentored national captain Kusal Mendis, passed away at age 62 following a fatal altercation with players at the Bloomfield Cricket and Athletic Club in Colombo.

Received — 16 March 2026 ⏭

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"Think he will be fine for this Test...": Indian assistant coach Ryan on Gill's status for Pune Test 16 March 2026 at 03:29

"Think he will be fine for this Test...": Indian assistant coach Ryan on Gill's status for Pune Test

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

Gill missed the first Test against the Kiwis at Bengaluru due to neck stiffness. His presence was missed as star batter Virat Kohli could not deliver runs at number three in the first innings and India lost the match by eight wickets, marking their first loss to Kiwis on home soil since 1988.

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Not Kohli or Smith, Cook names player with "best form" who stands closest to Root in Test 16 March 2026 at 03:29

Not Kohli or Smith, Cook names player with "best form" who stands closest to Root in Test

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

Former England captain Alastair Cook believes at the "precise moment in time" the in-form Joe Root is only matched by New Zealand's Kane Williamson.

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"There were murmurings about him...": Pollock recalls De Villiers' rise in South African Cricket 16 March 2026 at 03:29

"There were murmurings about him...": Pollock recalls De Villiers' rise in South African Cricket

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

De Villiers was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame last week alongside England opening great Alastair Cook and Indian women's spin legend Neetu David.

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Can Root eclipse Sachin Tendulkar? Alastair Cook ponders on possibility 16 March 2026 at 03:29

Can Root eclipse Sachin Tendulkar? Alastair Cook ponders on possibility

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

Former England captain Alastair Cook is hopeful about Joe Root going all the way to becoming the leading run-scorer in the history of Test cricket by dethroning the legendary Sachin Tendulkar from the summit.

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ICC Hall of Famer Cook expresses admiration for England's 'Bazball' of cricket 16 March 2026 at 03:29

ICC Hall of Famer Cook expresses admiration for England's 'Bazball' of cricket

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

Cook travelled to the UAE for the announcement of his induction into the ICC Hall of Fame, where he and his family also watched the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Final between New Zealand and South Africa, which the former won.

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Sarfaraz Khan blessed with a baby boy, shares pictures on social media 16 March 2026 at 03:29

Sarfaraz Khan blessed with a baby boy, shares pictures on social media

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

Sarfaraz, who recently smashed a brilliant 150 in a loss to New Zealand in the first Test at Bengaluru, took to Instagram and revealed that he and his wife were blessed with a baby boy. He also clicked a picture of the baby with himself and his father and coach, Naushad Khan.

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Starc warms up for Test summer with six-fer on Shield Cricket return 16 March 2026 at 03:29

Starc warms up for Test summer with six-fer on Shield Cricket return

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

Starc was at his lethal best against Victoria, taking six for 81 in 17.5 overs at an economy rate of 4.54 in Victoria's second innings. His wickets included Ashley Chandrasinghe, Marcus Harris, Campbell Kellaway, Sam Elliott, Fergus O'Neill and Todd Murphy.

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Steve Smith's Sheffield Shield return disappoints as batter registers twin single-digit scores 16 March 2026 at 03:29

Steve Smith's Sheffield Shield return disappoints as batter registers twin single-digit scores

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

In the first innings, Smith was caught behind by wicketkeeper Sam Harper off a delivery by pacer Fergus O'Neill for just three runs in 29 balls. In the next innings, Smith once again found himself on the receiving end against pace as he was trapped-leg-before wicket by Scott Boland for a four-ball duck.

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MS Dhoni expresses admiration for more aggressive, result-oriented Test cricket 16 March 2026 at 03:29

MS Dhoni expresses admiration for more aggressive, result-oriented Test cricket

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

Dhoni was speaking at an event in Goa. Speaking at the event, Dhoni said as quoted by ESPNCricinfo that cricket has evolved a lot over the years.

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Test stars absent as Australia announce T20I squad for Pakistan series 16 March 2026 at 03:29

Test stars absent as Australia announce T20I squad for Pakistan series

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

There is no room for Australia's Test stars as they will continue their preparation for the crucial five-match Test series against India that starts on November 22, meaning the Aussies will need to find a new skipper for the Pakistan series.

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A look at ICC World Test Championship state of play ahead of 2025 final 16 March 2026 at 03:29

A look at ICC World Test Championship state of play ahead of 2025 final

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

Sri Lanka, South Africa and New Zealand remain in contention of claiming a coveted top two spot on the standings and earning a place at next year's one-off Test at Lord's.

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"I am surprised": Mohammad Amir lambasts PCB for Fakhar's omission from central contract 16 March 2026 at 03:29

"I am surprised": Mohammad Amir lambasts PCB for Fakhar's omission from central contract

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

Pakistan seamer Mohammad Amir on Sunday lambasted the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for not giving Fakhar Zaman a central contract for the 2024-25 season and said that he is surprised by the decision.

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USA Cricket announce departure of Stuart Law as head coach 16 March 2026 at 03:29

USA Cricket announce departure of Stuart Law as head coach

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

The USA Cricket removed Stuart Law from the position of head coach of the national team on Sunday.

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Afghanistan A crowned ACC Mens T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 champions after beating Sri Lanka A 16 March 2026 at 03:29

Afghanistan A crowned ACC Mens T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 champions after beating Sri Lanka A

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

Afghanistan A crowned ACC Mens T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 champions after beating Sri Lanka A by seven wickets in the final at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground on Sunday.

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"One more win here would certainly help us": Gary Stead on New Zealand's WTC final aspirations 16 March 2026 at 03:29

"One more win here would certainly help us": Gary Stead on New Zealand's WTC final aspirations

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

New Zealand's impressive victories over India in Bengaluru and Pune have them dreaming of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final. If they win all four of their remaining Tests, they will finish with a percentage of 64.29%. While this may not guarantee qualification, it will certainly keep them in contention. Stead drew inspiration from the inaugural WTC cycle in 2019-21, when New Zealand won six consecutive matches on their path to securing the title.

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"Very Confident": New Zealand coach Gary Stead expects Kane Williamson to return for first Test against England 16 March 2026 at 03:29

"Very Confident": New Zealand coach Gary Stead expects Kane Williamson to return for first Test against England

By: ANI

16 March 2026 at 03:29

New Zealand coach Gary Stead is "very confident" that Kane Williamson will return to action for the first Test of their home summer against England, scheduled to be held at Hagley Oval in Christchurch from November 28 to December 2.