Interviews
- Moonstruck: Sam Curran's new delivery creeps up on you February 11, 2026There are slow balls and then there's the moonball. The England allrounder tells us about his seriously pace-deficient delivery
- Graeme Cremer is back and he wants to give back February 10, 2026After over seven years out of the international game, the former Zimbabwe captain and leggie has returned. "It's also about helping the new generation," he says
- Adil Rashid: 'You've got to have a big heart to be a spinner at the top level' February 7, 2026At 38, the England legspinner is in one of the most penetrative and consistent phases of his T20I career. He talks about his consistency, evolution, and more
- Ranjane's emotional Mumbai return brings career full circle February 7, 2026The allrounder made a huge call about his playing and moved across the world for more opportunity, and the path has brought him home
- Tatenda Taibu's eyes are on the road ahead February 6, 2026Whether it's spotting young players with talent - from Zimbabwe or elsewhere - or mentoring his 16-year-old son, he's looking to the future
- Moeen Ali: My dream is to become England head coach February 5, 2026Former England spinner on his enduring ambitions in the game, on and off the field
- Mohammed Nawaz: 'I have a chance to do well, do something memorable for my country' February 4, 2026The left-arm spinner on his remarkable Pakistan comeback and hopes for World Cup redemption
- Six weeks of summer, no cricket: Murphy's strange season February 4, 2026He's the next in line behind Nathan Lyon, but the Victoria offspinner couldn't find a place in Australia's Test side
- USA's Saiteja wants to prove 'our team is just as good as anyone else' at T20 World Cup February 1, 2026Saiteja Mukkamalla expects his team to build on the gains made at the previous T20 World Cup
- Hope for the best: West Indies' white-ball captain has made himself a force across formats January 26, 2026Shai Hope, now a regular in all WI teams, talks about what it takes to juggle formats, and looks ahead to the T20 World Cup
Cricket Latest
- Manenti: Hopefully the game grows big enough in Italy that we can play full-time February 12, 2026Italy's stand-in captain pointed out that 12 of their 15 squad members work outside of cricket
- Tracey Orr appointed as Warwickshire's new chair February 12, 2026Former Chief Operating Officer at the Co-Op steps up to replace Mark McCafferty
- Kishan, Hardik, spinners hand India record win February 12, 2026Namibia showed glimpses of what they can do, but in the end, the gulf in quality shone through
- Buoyant Zimbabwe plot massive upset against depleted Australia February 12, 2026Mitchell Marsh is unlikely to be fit for the game and Tim David isn't yet 100% of making the XI, making Australia severely undermanned ahead of the Zimbabwe contest
- Jahangir requests ICC for better funding and more exposure for Associate teams February 12, 2026"If you really nurture us, I'm telling you, there's so much talent in Associate cricket," the USA batter said
- Moscas star as Italy dismantle Nepal for first World Cup win February 12, 2026Openers seal Italian Job with stunning ten-wicket win in Mumbai
- Charli Knott joins Blaze for T20 Blast, One-Day Cup stint February 12, 2026Ireland's Orla Prendergast also set to return to Trent Bridge in 2026
- Van Beek: Test cricket for the Dutch can wait, focus now on white-ball game February 12, 2026He says playing "one Test in two years" doesn't help an Associate team
- USA need to overturn history to beat Netherlands and stay alive February 12, 2026Netherlands are favourites for the T20 World Cup contest in Chennai, especially with USA battling injury issues
- Samson and Bumrah in for Abhishek and Siraj as Namibia bowl February 12, 2026Namibia made two changes, bringing in Ben Shikongo and Malan Kruger
David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd
- Dickie Bird was one of a kind - from breakfasts with players and snaffled roast beef to his unique style of handling dissent, I'll never forget these stories of our time together: DAVID 'BUMBLE' LLOYD September 26, 2025I spent a lot of time with Dickie Bird, one of the game's great characters, and in all those years I never once heard him swear. He got on so well with everyone that there was no need to get angry.
- DAVID 'BUMBLE' LLOYD: Why Rehan Ahmed is England's golden ticket to win the Ashes August 5, 2025With his numbers, Rehan Ahmed is not a hunch or a wildcard pick. Yes, Australia will be a challenge, but he will not be overwhelmed by the occasion.
- How Ben Stokes should prepare for the Oval Test and my pick from each team in a dream XI: BUMBLE AT THE TEST July 27, 2025DAVID LLOYD AT OLD TRAFFORD:: England found it hard-going on the final day of the fourth Test against India, toiling away but failing to find the wickets needed to win the game.
- Joe Root is heading for top spot and why it's not all about spin - particularly at Old Trafford: BUMBLE AT THE TEST July 25, 2025DAVID LLOYD AT OLD TRAFFORD: England are in a commanding position at the end of day three of the fourth Test against India , leading by 186 runs and wickets still in hand.
- Rules should be brought in to stop time wasting and England must be alarmed from a batting viewpoint: BUMBLE ON THE TEST July 25, 2025DAVID LLOYD: Bryson Carse impressed late on as England kept their hopes of overcoming India alive. India need 135 runs to win following a captivating conclusion to the fourth day.
- Jofra Archer brings the X-factor and Washington Sundar will learn from his comments: BUMBLE ON THE TEST July 14, 2025DAVID LLOYD: England secured an impressive victory by 22 runs against India on the final day of the third test. Mail Sport presents the latest edition of BUMBLE ON THE TEST.
Nasser Hussain
- There is more to Mohammed Siraj than England's nickname for him - he is a born entertainer with skill, heart and passion, writes NASSER HUSSAIN August 4, 2025NASSER HUSSAIN: India ended up winning the two games that their premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah didn't play, and the reason for that was because of one man, really - Mohammed Siraj.
- Punters denied fitting finale as cricket shoots itself in the foot - NASSER HUSSAIN August 3, 2025NASSER HUSSAIN: I still can't shake the feeling that cricket shot itself in the foot by playing by the rules. In situations like that, I just wish there was some flexibility.
- The skilful and consistent bowler England MUST pick for the Ashes in Australia, writes NASSER HUSSAIN August 1, 2025NASSER HUSSAIN: The Gus Atkinson we have witnessed in this Test match is the version we saw when he first broke into the England side last summer - and one that should be in the Ashes XI.
- Liam Dawson and Jofra Archer didn't hit the spot against India - and why a final Test rejig is needed for England, writes NASSER HUSSAIN July 27, 2025NASSER HUSSAIN: After lunch on the fifth day, Archer didn't hit the top of off stump enough, and Dawson didn't hit the rough enough.
- India's performance has been littered with mistakes by captain Shubman Gill - this England series is an example of how five matches can grind you down, writes NASSER HUSSAIN July 25, 2025NASSER HUSSAIN AT OLD TRAFFORD: They were hampered by injuries, forcing their hand in selection and Rishabh Pant has fractured his foot - but they haven't helped themselves.
- Ben Stokes is bowling more consistently than ever - this series proves that when fit the England captain is one of the great all-rounders, writes NASSER HUSSAIN July 24, 2025NASSER HUSSAIN: Against India, I cannot remember Stokes bowling a bad spell. He has been England's best bowler in the series. He now has 16 wickets, the most he has taken in a series.
Cricket Latest
- Tracey Orr appointed as Warwickshire's new chair February 12, 2026Former chief operating officer at the Co-Op steps up to replace Mark McCafferty
- Hardik: 'We'd like a little flatter wickets' February 12, 2026Kishan agreed with Pandya in Delhi but also credited the Namibia bowlers even though India put on 209 for their biggest win by runs at T20 World Cups
- Varun on Abhishek's fitness: 'I think he will play the next match' February 12, 2026Varun said Abhishek practiced ahead of India's game against Namibia and should be available for the Pakistan game on February 15
- Manenti: Hopefully the game grows big enough in Italy that we can play full-time February 12, 2026Italy's stand-in captain pointed out that 12 of their 15 squad members work outside of cricket
- Kishan, Hardik, spinners hand India record win February 12, 2026Namibia showed glimpses of what they can do, but in the end, the gulf in quality shone through
- Buoyant Zimbabwe plot massive upset against depleted Australia February 12, 2026Mitchell Marsh is unlikely to be fit for the game and Tim David isn't yet 100% of making the XI, making Australia severely undermanned ahead of the Zimbabwe contest
Cricket Blogs
- Smriti Mandhana too a silent partner for chatty Grace Harris in the WPL? January 19, 2026
- All the Under-19 World Cup dance reels you may want to see January 14, 2026
- Kevin Pietersen calls for Andy Flower to return in charge of England January 9, 2026Maverick former batter expresses "WILD thought" in wake of latest Ashes humiliation
- When Adam Gilchrist boasted big in India in 2001 January 7, 2026
- Adam Gilchrist jinxes Harry Brook and then Brook jinxes his own team-mate January 5, 2026
- Jake Fraser-McGurk solves mystery of the hidden ball December 17, 2025
Latest from The Guardian UK
- ‘If they’re a chef short, I’ll fill that role’: Safyaan Sharif ready to cook up T20 World Cup shock February 12, 2026Seamer was set to spend February helping at his father’s restaurant until late World Cup call – now he’s focused on another England upsetIt is fair to say that England’s first two games at the T20 World Cup have not inspired much confidence – unless you’re one of their future opponents. For Scotland, last-minute call-ups […]
- England lose to West Indies by 30 runs at T20 World Cup – as it happened February 11, 2026A fine all-round performance saw West Indies move closer to the Super 8s with a 30-run win over EnglandEngland, of course, sneaked by Nepal on Sunday; West Indies whacked Scotland on Saturday.If there’s heavy dew, batting first is a big advantage because it makes the ball hard to grip. Both sides have serious batting firepower, […]
- England left with no margin for error after defeat by West Indies at T20 World Cup February 11, 2026Group C: West Indies 196-6 bt England 166 by 30 runsRutherford smashes 76 and England splutter in chaseWest Indies are making Group C look plain sailing, England are all at sea. Like, by and large, the ball (unless it was arrowing towards a fielder), England’s pursuit of a target of 197 never got off the […]
- Australia brush off loss of Mitch Marsh to crush Ireland in T20 World Cup opener February 11, 2026Nathan Ellis and Adam Zampa rout opponents in 67-run winSkipper pulled out injured 30 minutes before start of playAdam Zampa and Nathan Ellis combined for eight wickets as Australia overcame the shock pre-match loss of skipper Mitch Marsh to post a crushing 67-run victory over Ireland in their T20 World Cup opener in Colombo.Marsh was […]
Number’s Game
- The curious cases of Shafiq and Karunaratne September 13, 2021Both were prolific in the recently concluded Pakistan-Sri Lanka series, but their overall Test careers is a strange mix of excellence and mediocrity
- A year of decisive results in Test cricket September 13, 2021Despite the draw in Bulawayo, 2017 has seen a new high in terms of Test matches that have had decisive results
- The Hasan Ali factor in Pakistan's bowling attack September 13, 2021Pakistan's pace attack has enjoyed a superb year in ODIs in 2017, and the biggest reason for that has been the emergence of Hasan Ali
- Can the away Rahane come home please? September 13, 2021He has been outstanding on tours, but his average at home has dropped to less than 37; the difference between the two is among the highest in Test history
- Australia's top order versus England's lower order September 13, 2021Australia have the home advantage, but most of the other numbers between the two teams are pretty similar over the last 18 months
- Will Rohit Sharma dominate his favourite opponents again? September 13, 2021He has been on an incredible run spree against Australia in recent years, and his superb numbers of late suggest he will have another fine series against them
- A smashing start to T20Is in 2018 September 13, 2021The average T20I run rate in 2018 so far is 8.87, the highest among all years so far
Be Kind, Rewind
- The greatest over of them all? September 13, 2021Many people can recall outstanding deliveries, such as Shane Warne's'ball of the century' to Mike Gatting at Old Trafford in 1993
- Absent... in prison September 13, 2021The England allrounder who missed a summer after being sent down
- Back from the dead September 13, 2021The story of Harry Lee, an England batsman who played a Test match after being declared officially dead
- The kid who was competition to Bradman September 13, 2021The player who many thought was a better batsman than the greatest of them all
- The start of something very special September 13, 2021The 16-year-old WG Grace made an impact in his very first match 150 years ago
- The earring that upset the MCC September 13, 2021When the selection of Derek Pringle ruffled feathers
- The dirt in the pocket affair September 13, 2021It seems extraordinary to recall now, given all the seismic scandals that have clawed away at the integrity of cricket over the past decade, but at the start of the 1990s, there was no issue more emotive than ball-tampering