Cricket News

First-class counties want recompense from ECB for implementing two divisions of T20 cricket next year

India beat hosts Bangladesh by 45 runs in the opening match of the 2016 Asia Cup in Dhaka, with Rohit Sharma smashing 83 from 55 balls.

Kevin Pietersen has apologised to Quetta Gladiators fans after failing to inspire them to victory in the Pakistan Super League final against Islamabad United.

Worcestershire batsman and former Gloucestershire captain Alex Gidman has announced his retirement from cricket due to an injury to his left index finger.

New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum said the time was right to quit international cricket despite hitting one of his best innings just days earlier.

Australia captain Steve Smith defended his side as "nice guys" despite him being charged with dissent after the second Test against New Zealand.

Australia captain Steve Smith defended his side as "nice guys" despite him being fined 30 per cent of his match fee for dissent following the second Test against New Zealand.

Australia fast bowler Ben Hilfenhaus has announced his retirement from first-class cricket.

Australia moved back to the top of the Test rankings after wrapping up a seven-wicket victory over New Zealand in the second Test at Christchurch.