Ten Tests in 14 weeks: CA reveals taxing 2026–27 schedule, BGT scheduled for Jan 2027

IANS | March 22, 2026 3:27 PM

Sydney, March 22 (IANS) Cricket Australia on Sunday unveiled an action-packed schedule for the 2026-27 international summer, featuring 27 matches across 14 venues over an extended eight-month window, which commences in August with two Tests against Bangladesh and concludes with the historic 150th anniversary Test against England at the MCG scheduled for March next year.

IPL 2026: 'They're dependent heavily on overseas batters,' Balaji flgs concerns over LSG's tactical leadership

IANS | March 22, 2026 2:16 PM

New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) Former Indian bowler Lakshmipathy Balaji flags concerns over Lucknow Super Giants being heavily reliant on their overseas batters in top-order, suggesting that Indian talents -- Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad and skipper Rishabh Pant -- can do the heavy lifting for the side in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season, commencing on March 28.

'I don't think you can ever feel comfortable,' says Georgia Voll on her role as opener

IANS | March 22, 2026 12:36 PM

Saint Vincent, March 22 (IANS) Georgia Voll bounced back strongly on Sunday after a modest outing in the opening T20I against the West Indies, but the young opener insisted she is far from settling into a comfort zone at the top of Australia’s batting lineup, embracing the chance to further shape her game during the Caribbean tour.

4th T20I: Devine, Jess Kerr star as NZ beat SA to seal series

IANS | March 22, 2026 11:27 AM

Wellington, March 22 (IANS) Jess Kerr’s bowling brilliance, Sophie Devine’s match-winning knock, and skipper Amelia Kerr’s all-round efforts helped New Zealand chase down a competitive total to defeat South Africa by six wickets in the fourth T20I of the five-match series at the Sky Stadium on Sunday.