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Fast bowler Anrich Nortje gained selection after an impressive debut series against Sri Lanka, with Chris Morris missing out despite outstanding form in the current Indian Premier League. (Photo: AFP)

South Africa announce 15-member squad for the World Cup: Out-of-form...

South Africa have reached the semi-finals in four of their seven World Cup campaigns but have lost six times in seven...

18 April 2019 6:39 PM IST

Lasith Malinga took yet another international hat-trick during the second Sri Lanka-Bangladesh T20 International on Thursday. (Photo: AP)

Sri Lanka announces World Cup squad, Dinesh Chandimal excluded from...

The Dimuth Karunaratne-led Sri Lanka side will have experienced players like Lasith Malinga, Angelo Mathews and Kusal...

18 April 2019 4:03 PM IST

England will begin its World Cup campaign against South Africa on the opening day, May 30 at The Oval, London. (Photo: AFP)

England announces preliminary squad for the World Cup: Archer and...

Chris Jordan and Jofra Archer have been included in the squad against Ireland and Pakistan

18 April 2019 2:48 PM IST

Delhi Capitals Rishabh Pant goes for a big swing against Mumbai Indians on Sunday. (Photo: Rajesh Jadhav)

'Since he's now not in WC squad he can help Delhi in winning matches':...

Dinesh Karthik pipped young Pant to the second wicketkeeper's spot in India's World Cup squad, which was announced on...

18 April 2019 2:09 PM IST

Fleming said skipper Mahendra Singh Dhonis exclusion due to a back spasm was a precautionary move. (Photo: BCCI)

'CSK exposed for the first time': Fleming after suffering loss vs...

Dissecting the Wednesday's loss, Fleming said inconsistency was a major problem which led to a below-par total of 137/4...

18 April 2019 1:10 PM IST

It would be a great opportunity for the Bangalore outfit to post a win against an opponent who are low on confidence having slipped from second to sixth position in the points table after suffering three straight defeats. (Photo: BCCI)

RCB seeks win against KKR, hopes to stay alive in the IPL

Kolkata's dangerman Andre Russell has suffered an injury scare after being hit on his left shoulder by a bouncer during...

18 April 2019 12:26 PM IST

has been instrumental in the development of The Hundred and is understood to be keen to preside over the competitions first season, which is due to be launched in July 2020, ESPNcricinfo reported. (Photo: ECB/twitter)

ECB to extend Colin Graves' contract by six months

Graves was due to step down in May 2020 after a five-year period.

18 April 2019 12:06 PM IST

Jofra Archer celebrates wicket of Ambati Rayadu. (Photo: BCCI)

'If someone gets injured I can be a backup', says Jofra Archer

Archer was omitted from the preliminary World Cup squad on Wednesday but got his maiden England call-up for the warm-up...

18 April 2019 11:43 AM IST

Souht Africa have won 11 of their last 13 ODI series, and have not lost a single ODI series in two and a half years. (Photo: AP)

Dale Steyn backing South Africa to win the World Cup

'We just need to go there and hope a bit of luck- weather, a missed no-ball goes your way, and you could win the...

18 April 2019 11:27 AM IST

South African pacer Kagiso Rabada, spinner Imran Tahir and skipper Faf du Plessis have been in excellent form including in the IPL, and Steyn hoped they would finally lift the trophy.

'Rankings don't mean anything as every team has equal chance to win...

Steyn, who will turn 36 in June, will probably be appearing in his last World Cup and he said they are going with high...

18 April 2019 11:03 AM IST

CSK were restricted at 132 for five after they opted to bat, SRH chased down the target with 19 balls to spare. (Photo: BCCI)

IPL 2019: There are chances of Dhoni playing the next game, says Raina

Dhoni was ruled out of the match with back spasm, paving the way for Raina to shoulder captaincy responsibility.

18 April 2019 10:32 AM IST

In the fallout from Capetown, Bancroft, being the youngest player in the side, has elicited the most sympathy from the public and media alike. (Photo: AFP / AP)

Why we must embrace Warner and Smith on their comebacks

Smith and Warner have had it rough as they have had to hold on to form and confidence amidst dwindling public opinion.

18 April 2019 8:56 AM IST