Cricket News

Joe Root has revealed his career-best innings at Old Trafford came as a result of a motivational talk from England's batting coach Mark Ramprakash.

A fantastic half century from Ashar Zaidi helped guide Essex to a five-wicket victory over Middlesex in a rain-affected T20 Blast match at Lord's on Thursday evening.

Struggling Hampshire have signed former Nottinghamshire bowler Andy Carter in a bid to revive their flagging campaign.

Ben Stokes has hinted that he will miss the final Test against Pakistan but remains confident of returning to international cricket with England later this summer.

The inaugural Kia Women's Super League gets underway on Saturday, July 30, when Yorkshire Diamonds take on Loughborough Lightning.

Niall O'Brien and Craig Young will be fit for Ireland's KPC Group One-Day International series against Pakistan, while the returning Boyd Rankin is also available.

Kusal Mendis struck a maiden Test century as Sri Lanka built a 196-run lead over Australia on day three of the first Test at Pallekele.

Leicestershire have added to their bowling attack by signing seamer Dieter Klein on a deal until the end of next season.