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South Africa have been dealt a major setback ahead of their home series against Australia, with pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series after suffering a right hamstring injury during training. Cricket South Africa (CSA) confirmed that the fast bowler is currently undergoing rehabilitation under the supervision of the medical team. The ODI series against Australia is scheduled to take place from September 24 to 30 , while the highly anticipated three-match Test series begins on October 9 in Durban . CSA stated that Rabada's availability for the Test matches will depend on his recovery progress, with a final decision expected closer to the start of the series. According to reports, Rabada could be sidelined for up to 9–10 weeks , raising serious concerns about his chances of featuring in the Test series. His absence would be a significant blow for South Africa, especially considering his outstanding record against Australia and his match-winn...

Former South Africa Test captain Dean Elgar has announced that he will retire from all forms of professional cricket at the end of the 2026 season, bringing an end to a remarkable career spanning more than two decades. Elgar, known for his grit, determination, and resilience at the top of the order, represented South Africa in 86 Test matches and scored over 5,300 runs, including 14 centuries. After retiring from international cricket in 2024, Elgar continued his career with Essex in county cricket, where he remained a key figure both on and off the field. The 39-year-old stated that the time is right to step away from the game and focus on his family after dedicating over 20 years to professional cricket. Elgar's legacy extends beyond statistics. As South Africa's Test captain, he led the team through a crucial transition period and earned widespread respect for his fighting spirit, leadership, and commitment to the game. His retirement marks the end of an era for one of South...

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially scheduled its 95th Annual General Meeting (AGM) for September 18, 2026, at its headquarters in Mumbai. The decision was communicated to all state associations through a notice issued by BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia. The AGM is expected to address several key administrative and financial matters that will shape the future direction of Indian cricket. One of the major agenda items is the election and induction of two representatives from the BCCI General Body to the IPL Governing Council. Additionally, one representative from the Indian Cricketers’ Association will also be inducted into the council. Financial matters will also take center stage, with members set to review and approve the BCCI’s audited accounts for the 2025-26 financial year and discuss the annual budget for the 2026-27 season. The meeting will further consider appointments to various committees, including cricket, umpiring, and standing committees. Another...

Melbourne Stars have appointed former Yorkshire allrounder Richard Pyrah as their new head coach for the upcoming Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) season. The 43-year-old Englishman will take charge of the Stars after spending the past three seasons as head coach of Yorkshire Women. Last season’s coach, Andy Christie, will return to an assistant coaching role as he focuses on his responsibilities as head coach of Victoria’s women’s team in the Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL). Christie guided the Stars to the WBBL Knockout last season, where they were eliminated by the Perth Scorchers. The club announced in July that he would step back into an assistant role while continuing his work with Victoria. Pyrah brings extensive experience across both men’s and women’s cricket. He was also an assistant coach with Sunrisers Leeds in this season’s Women’s Hundred, where he worked alongside Stars captain Annabel Sutherland. Sutherland enjoyed an outstanding campaign, earning Player of th...

Mumbai Indians have strengthened their leadership setup by appointing Zubin Bharucha as the franchise's new Director of Performance ahead of the IPL 2027 season. The former Rajasthan Royals executive brings a wealth of experience in player development, scouting, and performance management to one of the most successful teams in IPL history. Bharucha spent several years with Rajasthan Royals, where he played a key role in identifying and nurturing young talent. He was instrumental in the growth of players such as Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, and Vaibhav Suryavanshi, earning a reputation as one of the finest talent developers in Indian cricket. In his new role, Bharucha will work closely with Mumbai Indians' leadership group, coaching staff, and performance teams across the franchise's global cricket ecosystem. His responsibilities will include overseeing player development programs, performance analysis, and off-season preparation strategies. The appointment r...

England fast bowler Kate Cross has announced that she will retire from professional cricket at the end of the 2026 season, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable career spanning more than two decades. The 34-year-old has been one of England's most dependable seamers, earning 102 international caps across all formats and claiming 140 wickets for her country. Cross made her senior debut for Lancashire at just 13 years of age and went on to become a key figure for both club and country. Her career highlights include helping England retain the Women's Ashes in Australia in 2014, reaching 100 ODI wickets for England, and surpassing 400 career wickets across professional cricket. In her retirement statement, Cross expressed gratitude to her family, teammates, coaches, and supporters, describing her journey from junior cricket to representing England as beyond her childhood dreams. She will continue playing for Lancashire until the end of the current season before stepping away fro...