Two members of the Sri Lanka men's under-19 cricket squad were arrested by police in Dambulla following allegations of filming female guests at their hotel. The players were subsequently released on bail as investigations into the incident continue. Sri Lanka Cricket has launched an internal inquiry into the matter.
Following a competitive series against New Zealand, several Bangladesh cricketers have seen notable improvements in the latest ICC ODI and T20I rankings. The updates reflect the team's recent on-field successes, with key players advancing in both batting and bowling categories as recognized by the International Cricket Council.
Nepal defeated the United Arab Emirates in a recent ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 encounter. The match, held at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, saw Nepal chase down the target set by the UAE, securing crucial points in the league standings as both teams continue their qualification journey.
Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises have formally requested the Indian Finance Ministry to reclassify match tickets as 'sporting events' rather than 'entertainment'. The move aims to reduce the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on ticket sales from the current 28% to 18%, arguing that the current classification imposes an excessive financial burden on the league and its stakeholders.
New Zealand claimed a 26-run victory against Bangladesh in the first ODI of their three-match series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur. Despite a resilient effort from the hosts, the Black Caps successfully defended their total to take an early lead in the series.
South Africa secured a 3-2 T20 series victory against New Zealand after a decisive 33-run win in the final match. The Proteas dominated the concluding encounter to claim the series, showcasing strong batting and bowling performances to overcome the Black Caps in the final fixture of the competitive five-match series.
The South African cricket team, the Proteas, claimed a decisive seven-wicket victory against New Zealand in the first T20 international held at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. South Africa successfully chased down the target to take an early lead in the series, anchored by a strong batting performance.
Bangladesh achieved a commanding eight-wicket victory against Pakistan in the first ODI held in Dhaka. The hosts successfully chased down the target, showcasing a strong performance with both bat and ball to take an early lead in the series.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that the West Indies and South African cricket teams, previously stranded in India due to regional travel disruptions, are scheduled to depart the country within the next 24 hours as logistics normalize.
South African and West Indies cricket squads have successfully departed India on a chartered flight. The teams were previously stranded in the country due to sudden international airspace closures, prompting a coordinated effort to secure their safe return home.
South Africa delivered a commanding performance, defeating defending champions India by 76 runs in their Super Eight Group One encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. David Miller's explosive 63 runs and stellar bowling from Marco Jansen and Keshav Maharaj secured a crucial victory for the Proteas, ending India's 12-match winning streak in the tournament.
India's cricket team achieved an unbeaten streak in the group stage of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, securing their spot in the Super 8s. They were among the first teams to qualify, showcasing dominant performances.
The Queensland Bulls endured a stunning batting collapse, losing 6 wickets for just 8 runs in their second innings, culminating in a seven-wicket defeat against South Australia at The Gabba. Nathan McAndrew's five-wicket haul was instrumental in the Redbacks' victory.
India secured a commanding 61-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in a T20 World Cup 2026 match held at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 15, 2026. Ishan Kishan's 77 runs and a strong bowling performance led India to a decisive win, sparking widespread political reactions.
Ireland's Men's cricket team recorded their second loss in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, succumbing to 2021 champions Australia by 67 runs in Colombo. Key performances from Australia's Marcus Stoinis, Nathan Ellis, and Adam Zampa secured the victory.
Bangladesh has officially withdrawn from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. The Bangladesh government cited security concerns for not permitting the national team to travel to India. Consequently, Scotland has been confirmed as their replacement in the tournament.
India secured a dominant eight-wicket victory over New Zealand in the 3rd T20 International at Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati, on January 25, 2026. India won the toss and elected to bowl, restricting New Zealand to 153/9. Explosive half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav then powered India to chase the target in just 10 overs, sealing the five-match series 3-0.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has removed Bangladesh from the upcoming Men's T20 World Cup 2026, replacing them with Scotland. This decision follows Bangladesh's refusal to play their scheduled matches in India due to security concerns, a stance rejected by the ICC which cited no credible threat.
Bangladesh's involvement in the 2026 T20 World Cup is uncertain as the nation refuses to play matches in India, citing security concerns and national pride. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) seeks a venue change to Sri Lanka, while the ICC maintains the original schedule. A decision is expected by January 21, with potential replacement by Scotland.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has reiterated its refusal to play its 2026 T20 World Cup matches in India, citing security concerns and strained political relations. This stance follows the controversial removal of bowler Mustafizur Rahman from the IPL and ongoing geopolitical tensions, despite the ICC's independent security assessments finding no specific threats.
