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Sam Curran took a hat-trick and Phil Salt controlled England's run chase as Harry Brook's side won comfortably in Pallekele.
England ramp up T20 World Cup preparations with clinical Sri Lanka victory | The Cricketer
Sam Curran recovered from an early pummelling to take England's second men's T20I hat-trick as Harry Brook's side stepped up their World Cup preparations with a win over Sri Lanka
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January 30, 2026 at 6:51 PM
Former Yorkshire deputy chair Phillip Hodson has been fined and reprimanded by the Cricket Regulator.
Former Yorkshire deputy chair fined by Cricket Regulator for discriminatory jokes at Scarborough dinner | The Cricketer
Phillip Hodson, who was MCC president between 2011 and 2012, made the offensive comments – against the gay community and people living with a stammer – during a speech last July
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January 30, 2026 at 5:15 PM
"Barring their tournament opener against Pakistan, the Young Lions' mettle is yet to be properly tested."
Polished England through to Under-19 World Cup last four | The Cricketer
England are through to the Under-19 World Cup semi-finals, marching forward with a perfect record of five wins from five matches (seven from seven if you count the warmups)
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January 30, 2026 at 3:50 PM
"Her century in the final was a defining moment in our campaign."
Lancashire bring back One Day Cup hero for title defence | The Cricketer
Lancashire have re-signed Ireland captain Gaby Lewis for their women's One Day Cup title defence
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January 30, 2026 at 1:39 PM
The troubled Pro10 Malaysia, the latest in a long line of T10 leagues, has been postponed indefinitely without a ball being bowled amid accusations of chaos and unfulfilled promises, citing "logistical issues".
Malaysia T10 tournament postponed amid reports of chaos | The Cricketer
The troubled Pro10 Malaysia, the latest in a long line of T10 leagues, has been postponed indefinitely without a ball being bowled amid accusations of chaos and unfulfilled promises
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January 30, 2026 at 1:00 PM
"He showed last summer that he can clear the ropes in match-defining innings."
Hampshire re-sign big-hitting allrounder for T20 Blast | The Cricketer
Hampshire have re-signed Hilton Cartwright for next season's T20 Blast
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January 30, 2026 at 11:05 AM
"India are losing, and someone must be blamed."

Why the Gautam Gambhir gamble is not paying off | ✍️ @jarrodkimber.bsky.social
Why the Gautam Gambhir gamble is not paying off | The Cricketer
JARROD KIMBER explains why the men's head coach is being used as a scapegoat for the failings of the Test team
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January 30, 2026 at 9:38 AM
Jofra Archer has been named in England's lineup for the first T20I against Sri Lanka after overcoming the side strain that ended his Ashes series.
Jofra Archer returns as England name side for first Sri Lanka T20I | The Cricketer
Jofra Archer has been named in England's lineup for the first T20I against Sri Lanka after overcoming the side strain that ended his Ashes series
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January 29, 2026 at 5:54 PM
Aaron Jones has been charged with five breaches of anti-corruption rules.
Aaron Jones suspended for multiple anti-corruption breaches | The Cricketer
Aaron Jones, a star of the Men's T20 World Cup in 2024, has been charged with five breaches of anti-corruption rules.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:12 PM
"Lancashire Cricket has played a profoundly important role in my life and career, and the club has always held a very special place in my heart."
Clive Lloyd set for Lancashire promotion | The Cricketer
Clive Lloyd is set to become the next Lancashire president.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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January 29, 2026 at 2:44 PM
England return to their best format, buoyed by their ODI success | ✍️ @oscarress.bsky.social

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England return to their best format, buoyed by their ODI success | The Cricketer
A group littered with experience begin preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup with a three-match series against Sri Lanka in Pallekele
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January 29, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Scotland run into trouble as squad departs for T20 World Cup | ✒️ @coynejames.bsky.social
Scotland run into trouble as squad departs for T20 World Cup | The Cricketer
Scotland are still awaiting visas for Safyaan Sharif and Zainullah Ihsan for the T20 World Cup in India.
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January 29, 2026 at 1:40 PM
"Her aggressive approach suits our style of cricket and we know she will add value both on and off the pitch."
Surrey sign Laura Harris after sister's starring role in 2025 Blast | The Cricketer
Surrey have signed one sister to replace another, with Laura Harris joining the county for the women's T20 Blast as an overseas player
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January 29, 2026 at 1:33 PM
"Australia look to leftfield with Sophie Molineux appointment" | @nickfriend.bsky.social
Australia look to leftfield with Sophie Molineux appointment | The Cricketer
Australia have sprung a surprise by naming Sophie Molineux as Alyssa Healy's successor as captain of one of the world's most dominant international sports teams
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January 29, 2026 at 11:54 AM
"There is a painful irony that, only months after the future of the first-class counties was seemingly safeguarded for a generation, two of them have slipped into serious trouble" | @georgedobell.bsky.social

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January 29, 2026 at 11:24 AM
"His ability to perform an important role with the ball in limited-overs cricket makes him a key part of our plans moving forward."
Lancashire hand contract extension to Jack Blatherwick | The Cricketer
Jack Blatherwick has signed a new two-year contract at Lancashire
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January 28, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Sri Lanka have named a 16-player squad for the T20I series against England.
Sri Lanka name T20I squad ahead of England clash | The Cricketer
Sri Lanka have named a 16-player squad for their T20I series against England, which begins on January 30
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January 28, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Harry Brook has admitted that Joe Root "wasn't quite in the mix" for T20 World Cup selection.
Joe Root is not the answer to every England question | The Cricketer
England's white-ball captain Harry Brook has admitted that Joe Root wasn't quite in the mix for T20 World Cup selection
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January 28, 2026 at 5:11 PM
"It makes me laugh when I now read headlines about 'Bazball' like it's something new. I witnessed it half a century ago. Boyceball."
Keith Boyce was, truly, all too beautiful | The Cricketer
ROB SHEPHERD remembers the moment his affection for cricket grew in the presence of the allrounder at Itchycoo Park
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January 28, 2026 at 3:55 PM
Netherlands will play at the Women's T20 World Cup for the first time in 2026 after securing qualification via the ongoing Qualifier in Nepal.
Netherlands earn maiden Women's T20 World Cup qualification alongside Bangladesh | The Cricketer
Netherlands will play at the Women's T20 World Cup for the first time in 2026 after securing qualification, alongside Bangladesh, via the ongoing Qualifier in Nepal
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January 28, 2026 at 3:15 PM
"He's now one of our more experienced seamers, and we hope that our younger players can learn a lot from him going forward."
Fred Klaassen signs two-year extension at Kent | The Cricketer
Fred Klaassen, the Netherlands seamer, has signed a two-year white-ball-focused contract extension at Kent
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January 28, 2026 at 2:07 PM
England Lions have named an all-star coaching team to support the squad during their T20 and 50-over series against Pakistan Shaheens in the UAE.
Ben Stokes to ramp up recovery from groin injury while taking on fresh role | The Cricketer
England Lions have named an all-star coaching team to support the squad during their T20 and 50-over series against Pakistan Shaheens in the United Arab Emirates.
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January 28, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Jordan Cox and Dan Mousley are set to share the England Lions captaincy for the upcoming white-ball series against Pakistan Shaheens.
Jordan Cox and Dan Mousley to captain first England Lions white-ball tour in four years | The Cricketer
Jordan Cox and Dan Mousley are set to share the England Lions captaincy for the upcoming white-ball series against Pakistan Shaheens
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January 28, 2026 at 12:25 PM
"Daisy certainly exceeded expectations in her rookie season at the club and we are delighted that we've been able to secure a further two-year deal."
Daisy Gibb rewarded for breakthrough season with new Hampshire deal | The Cricketer
Daisy Gibb has signed a new two-year deal at Hampshire after her breakthrough season
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January 28, 2026 at 11:47 AM