Fresh off Bangladesh’s historic Test series sweep over Pakistan, captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to give his side more opportunities against the traditional “big three” of India, Australia and England, saying regular exposure against top teams is crucial for Bangladesh’s growth in Test cricket.
Former India skipper Virat Kohli has said his desire to continue playing ODI cricket and potentially feature in the 2027 ICC World Cup comes from his love for the game, while making it clear that he does not want to be in a position where he constantly has to prove his worth to remain in the Indian team.
Khan is set to step down as the ICC’s General Manager, Cricket, bringing an end to his four-year stint in the role.
The decision to leave Shubman Gill out of India’s squad for the recently concluded ICC Men's T20 World Cup may serve as added motivation for the India Test and ODI captain as he looks to guide Gujarat Titans to the title in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.
Bangladesh Sports Minister Aminul Haque has said that any decision regarding the future of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) will be taken only after consultations with the International Cricket Council (ICC), while also confirming plans to launch a separate probe into the team’s absence from this year’s ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
His performance drew rich appreciation from India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak, who said it was a privilege to witness Kohli operating at such a high level.
The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) hosted the Innovation Conclave in Kolkata, convened as a high-level platform bringing together government leaders, academic heads and national innovation champions to deliberate on the future of India’s education and skills ecosystem.
Stand-in Australia captain Steve Smith has confirmed Australia’s playing XI for the opening Ashes Test against England in Perth, unveiling two debutants for the ICC World Test Championship clash.
Mitchell’s rise, only the second time a New Zealand batter has ever topped the list after Glenn Turner in 1979, came on the back of his seventh ODI century against the West Indies. The innings, however, ended with a self-inflicted injury that ruled him out of the remainder of the series.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that the next edition of the Women’s ODI World Cup, to be held in 2029, will feature 10 teams, marking a significant step in the tournament’s expansion and global reach.
