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South Africa name first Test XI, gun quick unavailable
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Clayton, Peirson lead Bulls’ fightback against WA
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Simon Harmer hopes Kingsmead turn trend will continue as South Africa weigh two-spinner option
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Khawaja alerted Cummins and CA boss to memoir’s ‘sandpaper’ chapter before South Africa tour
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Anrich Nortje returns as South Africa name XI for first Australia Test
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‘We made small mistakes’ – Hasan Nawaz reflects on Pakistan’s Asian Games final loss to India
Times of India
Shreyas Iyer’s Punjab Kings face double blow as coaches leave for BBL roles
The Indian Express
Where does versatile Tilak Varma like to bat? He answers: ‘Always like batting…’
Cricket Videos
Get your “Scuba Celly” out! Jeremiah Louis goes back to back‼️
Richardson SO CLOSE to a hat-trick after huge appeal | Sheffield Shield 2026-27
Is time running out for England to prepare for Cricket World Cup? ⏳
Pre Match Pitch Side Show | England vs Sri Lanka | Match 6 | ODI Tri-Series 2026 | PCB | MZS1K
Garden Route Badgers vs Momentum Multiply Titans - YesPlay Pro20 Cup
186 runs! Emotional Bancroft goes big in first ton of the season | Sheffield Shield 2026-27
Pitch Report | England vs Sri Lanka | Match 6 | Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 | PCB | MZS1K
Rabada is excited to see the World Cup return to Africa Register for the #CWC27 ticket ballot ️
South Africa needed some Marco Jansen magic
Two hat tricks in eight days
Marco Jansen , World No. 1 Test All-Rounder & Bowler #unbreakable #theproteas
Who is Sri Lanka's Most Slept On Cricketer? | Umpire's Call Episode 4
Huge Overs & Wickets! | England v Sri Lanka ODI & T20 2026 Highlights
Old Mate Ruined It For Us - Howie on Safari Day 22
Preview: Who should open for India in Auckland? | #INDvsNZ 4th T20I
What could UP Warriorz XI be after WPL 2027 auction?
Preview: New Zealand vs India, 4th T20I
EVERY BOUNDARY from Bancroft's epic innings! | Sheffield Shield | Fox Cricket
That’s so desperately sad for someone who was, as recently as 2023, the No.1 player in the world.
When it breaks your way, you’re praised for your bravery.
Inglis & Carey partnership puts Australia on top! | South Africa vs Australia | Day Two, Third Test
HAVE YOU SEEN BETTER POWERHITTING?! #cricket #cricketlover #villagecricket #goprocricket #batting
Toss | England vs Sri Lanka | Match 6 | Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 | PCB | MZS1K
That ball boy had aura Ridiculously nonchalant catch
Cricket Daily Digest
Wednesday 28 October 2026 · 15 stories
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About Cricket
Cricket is a bat-and-ball sport played between two teams of 11 players. It is one of the most popular sports in the world, especially in India, Pakistan, England, Australia, South Africa and the Caribbean.
International cricket is run by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and is played in three formats: Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs) and T20 Internationals. Franchise leagues such as the Indian Premier League (IPL) are also hugely popular.
Cricket FAQs
What are the different formats of cricket?
Test matches last up to five days, with each team batting twice. One Day Internationals (ODIs) give each team 50 overs. T20 matches give each team 20 overs and last around three hours.
How many Test-playing nations are there?
There are 12 ICC Full Members that play Test cricket: Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, Ireland, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, West Indies and Zimbabwe.
What is the Ashes?
A Test series between England and Australia, first played in 1882. It is one of the oldest and most famous rivalries in sport, with series played in both countries.
What are the biggest cricket tournaments?
The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup (ODI), the ICC T20 World Cup, the World Test Championship final and the ICC Champions Trophy. The IPL is the biggest franchise league.
How many players are on a cricket team?
Each team has 11 players. Substitute fielders can replace injured players in the field, and concussion replacements are allowed to bat and bowl.
