Tasmania’s proposed waterfront stadium, a key condition for the state’s entry into the AFL, may undergo design changes to address concerns about its roof and its suitability for hosting cricket matches. The 23,000-seat Macquarie Point venue, which is expected to cost AU$775 million, is a central part of the agreement for Tasmania to join the […]
Australia secured a thrilling eight-run victory over New Zealand in Wellington, completing a 3-0 series sweep despite a stunning fightback from Maddy Green. The home side’s hopes were hampered by poor fielding, as they dropped Georgia Voll six times, allowing her to score a crucial 75 runs. Australia Sets a Challenging Target After being asked […]
The World Cricketers’ Association (WCA) has released a comprehensive report aimed at addressing what it calls the “broken global structure” of cricket. This review outlines bold reforms to improve scheduling, economic fairness, governance, and player regulation. Key proposals include creating protected windows for international cricket, restructuring revenue distribution to ensure a fairer share for all […]
Sussex head coach Paul Farbrace believes English cricket has a unique opportunity to reshape the structure of the men’s county game, focusing on what is best for the sport rather than financial concerns. This comes in the wake of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) securing a significant financial boost from the sale of […]
Phil Simmons will continue as the head coach of Bangladesh until the end of the 2027 ODI World Cup, following a two-year contract extension from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). Initially appointed as interim coach until the 2025 Champions Trophy, the BCB’s decision to offer Simmons a longer tenure reflects their confidence in his leadership. […]
India is set to host the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup from September 29 to October 26, with the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur expected to stage the final. Other host cities include Visakhapatnam, Thiruvananthapuram, Raipur, and Indore, marking a significant moment for women’s cricket in the country. New Venues to Showcase […]
Former Sri Lankan cricketer Chamara Silva has been named the head coach of the Sri Lanka Under-19 men’s team. His tenure will run from March 2025 to December 2026, a period that includes the ICC Under-19 Men’s World Cup in Zimbabwe and Namibia next year. Coaching Credentials and Domestic Experience Silva brings extensive coaching experience […]
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has made significant changes to its Elite Panel of Umpires for the 2025-26 season, removing Michael Gough and Joel Wilson, while welcoming Alex Wharf from England and Allahuddien Paleker from South Africa. These changes come as part of the ICC’s routine performance-assessment process. New Faces on the Elite Panel Alex […]
The iconic Gabba stadium in Brisbane will be demolished following the 2032 Olympic Games, with a new 60,000-seat stadium in Victoria Park set to become the future home of cricket and AFL in Queensland. The announcement was made by Queensland Premier David Crisafulli, providing long-awaited clarity on the future of cricket in the state after […]
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) and the Abu Dhabi Cricket and Sports Hub (ADCSH) have signed a five-year destination support agreement, designating Abu Dhabi as the home base for Afghanistan’s training camps and age-group matches. This agreement, which extends until 2029, could also pave the way for Afghanistan’s senior men’s team to host bilateral international […]
