Cricket News

Steve Smith, world cricket's most improved player in the past 18 months, will captain Australia for the rest of the series against India, with Michael Clarke needing surgery

England look set to confirm Alastair Cook as captain for the World Cup.

Alastair Cook is not guaranteed to be England’s captain for the World Cup, says ECB managing director Paul Downton.

Fast bowler Liam Plunkett and batsman Sam Robson were in impressive form for an England Performance Programme XI in South Africa.

Sri Lanka heroes prepare for final ODI at home with series win already wrapped up against England

Sri Lanka batsman Kumar Sangakkara is interested in joining Surrey next season.

Mahela Jayawardene plans to play with style and a smile in Tuesday's one-day international against England - his final game on home soil before he retires.

Australia captain Michael Clarke will undergo surgery on his right hamstring in a bid to save his career, Cricket Australia have announced.

West Indies selector Clive Lloyd has bemoaned the modern schedules in world cricket and believes it harms the development of youth players.

Batsman chosen ahead of much older Brad Haddin after Michael Clarke says he may never play again

Australia have announced that Steve Smith is to take over as Test captain in place of the injured Michael Clarke.