Cricket

Will O’Rourke: New Zealand’s Rising Fast Bowler Who Made His T20I Debut and Impressed in Tests Too

Full Name: William O’RourkeDate of Birth: 24 July 2001Age: 23 years old (as of 2025)Playing Style: Right-arm medium-fast bowlerDomestic Team: Canterbury (New Zealand domestic cricket) T20I Debut: Will O’Rourke recently made his T20 International debut during the current Tri-Nation Series. On debut, he showed impressive pace and control, troubling South African batters with swing and seam movement. His tight bowling spells played a key role in...

Cricket has been included in the 2028 Olympics

The ICC has officially released the schedule for cricket’s much-awaited return to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, with men’s and women’s T20 events set from July 12 to July 29, 2028.   This is a major moment for cricket, which last appeared in the 1900 Olympics — a single match where Great Britain defeated France.     Cricket's inclusion in the LA28 Games was approved by the IOC in 2023. Earlier in April 2025, the IOC finalized that six teams per gender will compete in the T20...

Indian Cricket Teams Meet King Charles at Clarence House in London: Rishabh Pant, Bumrah, and Gill Share Moment with Idris Elba

London, UK — July 16, 2025In a landmark moment blending sports, diplomacy, and royalty, the Indian men’s and women’s cricket teams were hosted by King Charles III at his official London residence, Clarence House, on Tuesday. The reception came ahead of their respective fixtures in England and marked a rare but celebratory interaction between British royalty and Indian athletes. A Royal Reception at Clarence House Both...

Dawson’s Shock Call as Bashir Injury Shakes England India Tour

England has made a late change to its squad for the remaining two Test matches against India after young off-spinner Shoaib Bashir was ruled out due to injury. Bashir, who impressed on his debut tour with his ability to extract sharp turn on Indian pitches, will sadly miss the rest of the series. In his place, England has called up experienced all-rounder Liam Dawson, who...

Scott Boland Takes Test Hat-Trick, Becomes 10th Aussie to Do It

Australian fast bowler Scott Boland has etched his name in history by claiming a sensational Test hat-trick, becoming only the 10th Australian bowler ever to achieve this rare feat in Test cricket. Boland, known for his relentless accuracy and skiddy pace, ripped through the opposition with three wickets in three balls, sending the crowd into a frenzy and giving Australia a massive edge in the...