Author: Waqar Anwar

Salt’s Experience as Wicketkeeper Salt has limited experience keeping wicket for England, having done so in 13 out of his 59 matches across different formats. However, he feels it’s a role where he can make a strong impact. “I enjoy keeping. I feel like that’s where I offer the most to the side,” Salt shared during a recent interview in Barbados. In this ODI series against the West Indies, Salt was preferred as the wicketkeeper over Jordan Cox, while Cox will step in for Test keeper Jamie Smith in the upcoming New Zealand series. Buttler’s Return, But With a Twist…

Women’s Cricket Schedule Expands with Dedicated Tournaments The 2025-29 women’s cricket calendar is packed with exciting updates! The Women’s Premier League (WPL) will now run in January-February starting 2026, while the Hundred and WBBL get their own windows in August and November, respectively. This change allows fans to enjoy each tournament without overlaps, and it gives players a chance to focus on each event fully. ICC Women’s Championship Adds New Team The ICC Women’s Championship has expanded to 11 teams, with Zimbabwe joining for the first time. This addition allows for more competition and diversity in women’s cricket. Over this…

Why Babar Azam Was Given a Break After struggling in recent Test matches, Babar Azam was left out of the Pakistan squad for the last two Tests against England, which Pakistan won 2-1. This break comes after a prolonged period of low scores, with Babar failing to score a half-century in his last 18 Test innings since late 2022. Despite this, Masood has faith in Babar’s potential. “He’s one of the best batsmen in the world,” Masood said on the BBC’s Stumped radio program. “Sometimes, people need a break to recharge and come back even stronger.” Babar’s Immediate Future in…

Starc’s Sheffield Shield Performance Sets the Tone Mitchell Starc recently grabbed attention with an impressive seven-wicket haul in the Sheffield Shield at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). His pace and power left both New South Wales and Victoria teams talking, with Victoria’s head coach Chris Rogers, a former Test player, even jokingly reconsidering a comeback. Starc’s impressive form continued on Australia’s home summer debut as he dominated Pakistan’s batting lineup. He bowled with speed and precision, taking 3 for 33 from his 10 overs, including three maidens. The last time he bowled three maidens in an ODI at the MCG…

England has revealed their 16-member squad for the upcoming tour of New Zealand, which includes three Test matches, starting November 28. This tour promises intense action as England faces off against New Zealand, who are still in contention for a spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final in 2025. Key Highlights of England’s Squad England’s Position in the World Test Championship Currently ranked sixth in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 table, England has little chance of making the final. However, they pose a serious challenge for New Zealand, who are fourth and in the running for a…

A Historic Occasion The last Boxing Day Test in Zimbabwe was back in 1996, when England toured the country. That match was affected by rain and ended in a draw in Harare. Zimbabwe has previously played in two other Boxing Day Tests, one in Wellington in 2000 and another in Port Elizabeth (now Gqeberha) in 2017. Tour Schedule The Afghanistan tour will kick off with white-ball matches before moving to the Test series. Here’s the complete schedule: T20I Matches: ODI Matches: Test Matches: Excitement for the Series Zimbabwe Cricket Chair Tavengwa Mukuhlani expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming matches, stating, “Boxing…

Background on Gary Kirsten’s Departure Gary Kirsten, known for leading India to victory in the 2011 World Cup, resigned without coaching Pakistan in a single ODI. His departure has sparked concerns in Pakistan’s cricket community about the stability and attractiveness of coaching roles within the team. Pakistan cricket has faced several managerial and coaching shifts lately, with players and coaching staff undergoing rapid changes. Kirsten’s resignation comes amidst other international coaches, like Shane Watson and Darren Sammy, declining PCB offers to lead the national squad. Ramiz Raja’s Concerns Ramiz Raja believes the situation makes it harder for Pakistan to secure…

Arthur, who is also Derbyshire’s director of cricket, brings extensive experience from his previous roles as head coach of South Africa, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and most recently, the Dambulla Aura team in the Lanka Premier League. His wealth of international coaching experience is expected to be a major asset for the Riders. “We have signed Mickey Arthur for the GSL and BPL this year,” said Rangpur team director Shanian Taneem. “The local players are really excited to be coached by him. He’s very active and has been working closely with us to build the squad.” Arthur is no stranger to…

During England’s troubled Ashes tour in Australia, Duckett, then part of the Lions squad, faced intense scrutiny when he poured a drink on Anderson. The England Cricket Board (ECB), already on edge from other off-field controversies, penalized Duckett, fearing a further tarnish on their reputation. This led to a fine and suspension for Duckett, who feared his England career might be over. Duckett, speaking on The Final Word podcast, clarified that Anderson had thrown a drink on him first and encouraged him to reciprocate, but the incident was misinterpreted by security and the media. Reflecting on the difficult time, Duckett…

Chohan’s cricket journey could have ended at 17 when he was let go by Middlesex. Disillusioned, he drifted away from the game but later found his way back, thanks to the support of the South Asian Cricket Academy (SACA). The academy, founded in 2021, has been pivotal in helping young talent from minority backgrounds break into professional cricket—a mission that changed Chohan’s life. Under the mentorship of Adil Rashid and his brother Amar, Chohan rapidly honed his skills, impressing county scouts and earning a contract with Yorkshire. He made headlines during the T20 Blast, taking 17 wickets and playing through…