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Bristol, Southampton venues refurbished for Women’s T20 WC: Tournament director

Niharika Raina | June 11, 2026 4:58 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) The Bristol County Ground and the Utilita Bowl in Southampton have undergone significant infrastructure refurbishments ahead of the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, with tournament director Beth Barrett-Wild saying that they were done as part of a broader wave of facility investment triggered by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) hosting the global event from June 12 to July 5.

'The shoulder finally won': Riyan Parag begins road to recovery after successful surgery

IANS | June 11, 2026 4:20 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has successfully undergone shoulder surgery, bringing an end to a prolonged battle with an injury that had troubled him for nearly two years and repeatedly disrupted his cricketing commitments.

'Once you create demand, optimise it with supply' – T20 WC tournament director on blueprint to sustain women's cricket momentum

Niharika Raina | June 11, 2026 4:12 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Beth Barrett‑Wild, the tournament director of 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, said they have been working on a blueprint to sustain momentum in the women’s game, something which was a key learning for her from the 2017 Women’s ODI World Cup, adding that once demand is created, it has to be optimised with supply.

Thailand, Hong Kong, UAE and Indonesia secure Women's Asia Cup berth

IANS | June 11, 2026 4:08 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Thailand, Hong Kong, the UAE and Indonesia confirmed their places in the Women’s T20 Asia Cup later this year after registering comfortable victories in the quarter-finals of the ACC Women’s Premier Cup on Thursday.

'200,000 tickets sold; excited for the world to fall in love with women's cricket': Barrett-Wild

Niharika Raina | June 11, 2026 3:53 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Beth Barrett‑Wild, tournament director of the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup, said she is excited for a nation "to fall in love with women’s cricket” as ticket sales for the 12-team mega event have touched the 200,000 mark.

Yashbardhan Chauhan to lead India U19 squads for Sri Lanka tour

IANS | June 11, 2026 3:15 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan will be leading India men's U-19 team for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka, which comprises three One-Day matches and two Multi-Day fixtures, scheduled to begin next month.

'I demanded that': Tuchel happy as England beat Costa Rica in FIFA WC warm-up

IANS | June 11, 2026 2:31 PM

New York, June 11 (IANS) Thomas Tuchel was pleased with what he saw from his team, as England swept aside Costa Rica in Orlando to take one more step towards the FIFA World Cup 2026.

'One Last Dance': Five icons set for their FIFA World Cup swansong

IANS | June 11, 2026 2:23 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, fans around the world are preparing for a month of unforgettable moments and dramatic finishes, but beyond the race for football’s biggest prize, the tournament is also expected to mark the end of an era.

Rohit, Virat's presence an advantage for captain Gill in 2027 WC: Raina

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:40 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Former India batter Suresh Raina touched upon the importance of ODI skipper Shubman Gill having veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's experience by his side in the 2027 World Cup, saying, "The presence of experience from the two veterans can make all the difference."

Women's T20 WC: Australia coach Nitschke 'hopeful' for Litchfield to play opener amid injury concern

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:16 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Australia's preparations for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup have been clouded by a fitness concern surrounding Phoebe Litchfield, but the defending champions remain optimistic that the young batter will be available for their opening fixture against South Africa.

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Bristol, Southampton venues refurbished for Women’s T20 WC: Tournament director

'The shoulder finally won': Riyan Parag begins road to recovery after successful surgery

'Once you create demand, optimise it with supply' – T20 WC tournament director on blueprint to sustain women's cricket momentum

Thailand, Hong Kong, UAE and Indonesia secure Women's Asia Cup berth

'200,000 tickets sold; excited for the world to fall in love with women's cricket': Barrett-Wild

Yashbardhan Chauhan to lead India U19 squads for Sri Lanka tour

'I demanded that': Tuchel happy as England beat Costa Rica in FIFA WC warm-up

'One Last Dance': Five icons set for their FIFA World Cup swansong

Rohit, Virat's presence an advantage for captain Gill in 2027 WC: Raina

Women's T20 WC: Australia coach Nitschke 'hopeful' for Litchfield to play opener amid injury concern

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