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‘Disappointing’ – Sangakkara on Sam Curran turning out for Surrey with IPL still – Kumar Sangakkara Criticizes Sam Curran’s IPL 2026 Absence

'Disappointing' - Sangakkara on Sam Curran turning out for Surrey with IPL still - Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara has publicly expressed his frustration after Sam Curran, who withdrew from the IPL 2026 season citing a season-ending injury, returned to competitive cricket for Surrey in the Vitality Blast.

Chloe M. Henderson · May 30, 2026

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Sangakkara on Sooryavanshi: ‘I’m sure that he’ll get that call-up very, very soo – Kumar Sangakkara Backs Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for International Call-up After Stellar IPL 2026

Sangakkara on Sooryavanshi: 'I'm sure that he'll get that call-up very, very soo - After a phenomenal breakout season that saw 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dominate IPL 2026, Rajasthan Royals coach Kumar Sangakkara believes the young prodigy is fully prepared to make the jump to the international stage.

Marcus Delaney · May 30, 2026

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‘I’m going to try some grip tech now’ – Sai Sudharsan is hit wicket again – Sai Sudharsan’s Rare Hit-Wicket Streak: A Bizarre IPL Phenomenon

'I'm going to try some grip tech now' - Sai Sudharsan is hit wicket again - In a turn of events as rare as they are frustrating, Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan has found himself dismissed hit-wicket in consecutive playoff matches. As the Titans prepare for the IPL 2026 final, the young star discusses the freak occurrences and his evolving partnership with Shubman Gill.

Geoffrey A. Thornley · May 30, 2026

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Shaheen Afridi on Pakistan quicks losing speed: ‘Machines deteriorate with time’ – Shaheen Afridi Addresses Pakistan’s Pace Decline and Team Rotation

Shaheen Afridi on Pakistan quicks losing speed: 'Machines deteriorate with time' - As concerns mount over the fading velocity of Pakistan's fast bowling unit, captain Shaheen Shah Afridi provides insight into the physical toll of a relentless international schedule and the team's strategic vision ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

Geoffrey A. Thornley · May 29, 2026

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Ambidextrous spinner Shashini Gimhani in Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup squad – Shashini Gimhani Named in Sri Lanka Women’s T20 World Cup Squad

Ambidextrous spinner Shashini Gimhani in Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup squad - Sri Lanka has unveiled its 15-player roster for the Women's T20 World Cup in England, featuring the inclusion of 17-year-old ambidextrous wristspinner Shashini Gimhani and veteran leader Chamari Athapaththu.

Dr. Vikram S. Rajan · May 29, 2026

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Zimbabwe to host South Africa Women for five-match T20I series in September – Zimbabwe to Host South Africa Women for Historic T20I Series in September

Zimbabwe to host South Africa Women for five-match T20I series in September - In a landmark moment for Zimbabwean cricket, the national women's team will host South Africa for a historic five-match T20I series this September at the Queens Sports Club, marking the first time the two nations have faced each other in the shortest format.

Chloe M. Henderson · May 29, 2026

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‘A brand to admire but it comes at a cost’ – Moody wants SRH to invest in bowler – Tom Moody Urges SRH to Balance Batting Power with Bowling Investment

'A brand to admire but it comes at a cost' - Moody wants SRH to invest in bowler - After a strong league campaign in IPL 2026, Sunrisers Hyderabad faced an early exit, prompting former coach Tom Moody to call for a fundamental shift in how the franchise allocates its financial resources.

Geoffrey A. Thornley · May 28, 2026

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Ireland opt to bowl; Matt Henry ruled out of Test with injury – Ireland vs New Zealand Test: Ireland Opt to Bowl as Matt Henry Ruled Out

Ireland opt to bowl; Matt Henry ruled out of Test with injury - In a highly anticipated return to red-ball cricket on home soil, Ireland won the toss and elected to bowl against New Zealand in Belfast. The match sees both sides navigating significant squad changes, including an injury setback for the Black Caps.

Dr. Vikram S. Rajan · May 27, 2026

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‘Predictable’ – GT’s bowling is ‘a bit like SRH’s batting,’ says Tom Moody – Tom Moody Critiques GT Bowling Predictability After IPL Playoff Loss

'Predictable' - GT's bowling is 'a bit like SRH's batting,' says Tom Moody - Following a challenging exit in the IPL 2026 playoffs, cricket experts Tom Moody and Ambati Rayudu highlight how the Gujarat Titans' rigid bowling strategy proved their undoing against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Marcus Delaney · May 27, 2026

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Australia women’s coach Shelley Nitschke signs three-year contract extension

In a major move for the future of the national side, Australia women's coach Shelley Nitschke signs three-year contract extension, committing her leadership to the team through June 2029.

Geoffrey A. Thornley · May 25, 2026

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Kuldeep: ‘Was expecting more, but I couldn’t deliver this season’

Kuldeep: 'Was expecting more, but I couldn't deliver this season', Kuldeep Yadav accepted that he didn't have a great IPL 2026, but was happy to end the season on a high, picking up 3 for 29 and helping Delhi Capitals finish a disappointing campaign on a high with a 40-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders.

Chloe M. Henderson · May 25, 2026

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‘I was not supposed to play today’ – Riyan Parag not completely fit but will play Eliminator

In a display of true grit, Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag admitted 'I was not supposed to play today' - Riyan Parag not completely fit but will play Eliminator, despite battling a lingering hamstring injury that nearly sidelined him for the decisive clash against the Mumbai Indians.

Dr. Vikram S. Rajan · May 24, 2026