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Teams can sign one overseas player before the June 19 draft, with WBBL squads consisting of 15 players and BBL squads up to 18.

Australia’s Test players will have a rare two-week window to participate in the BBL 2025-26 season following the home Ashes series, enhancing the league’s prospects for success.

Mitchell Starc anticipates variable bounce on the Kensington Oval pitch, suggesting that batting may remain challenging despite a lead of 82 for Australia.

Greg Shipperd, aged 68, has extended his coaching contract with New South Wales and Sydney Sixers for an additional two years, solidifying his role in Australian domestic cricket.

Centuries from KL Rahul (120*) and Rishabh Pant (118) propelled India to a commanding 304-run lead over England by tea on day four of the first Test.

Harry Brook, despite his old-school approach to celebrating centuries, displayed a mix of frustration and anger after falling just short of his ninth Test century, reflecting the pressure of the match situation.

Jasprit Bumrah has achieved 12 of his 14 five-wicket hauls in Test cricket away from home, tying with Kapil Dev for the most by an Indian bowler.

The 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup will feature 12 teams divided into two groups, with Australia, South Africa, India, Pakistan, and two qualifiers in Group 1, and England, New Zealand, West Indies, Sri Lanka, and two qualifiers in Group 2.

India’s bowling strategy has shifted, with concerns over taking 20 wickets efficiently, especially in the absence of a reliable all-rounder.

Headingley is hosting the first Test of the series, a rarity, with grounds preparation focusing on moisture retention due to minimal rain since February.