Tom Abell

Sharjah Warriorz secured a thrilling 11-run victory over Gulf Giants, powered by Tom Abell's explosive 68 and Matheesha Pathirana's crucial three wickets. Despite a strong fightback from the Giants' Moeen Ali and Azmatullah Omarzai, the Warriorz's disciplined bowling in the death overs sealed their second consecutive win in the ILT20.

The Hundred's inaugural auction saw young English talent James Coles become the most expensive buy at £390,000, while Jordan Cox also fetched a significant bid. International stars like David Miller and Aiden Markram were also snapped up as franchises finalized their squads for the 2026 season.

England batter Will Jacks has been ruled out of the rest of the Bangladesh tour with a thigh injury on Sunday. The development came as a blog for the visitors ahead of the third ODI.

Desert Vipers continued their strong performance in DP World ILT20 Season 4. They achieved a convincing four-wicket victory against Sharjah Warriorz. This win guarantees them a top-two position in the league standings. David Payne was instrumental with the ball, restricting Sharjah Warriorz to a low score. Desert Vipers chased the target efficiently to secure their seventh win.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape completed back-to-back title success in the SA20 with a thumping 89-run victory over Durban Super Giants in this year's final played at Newlands in Cape Town on Saturday.

UAE pacer Junaid Siddique's four-wicket haul went in vain as Dwayne Bravo-led Delhi Bulls beat Northern Warriors by five wickets to reach the final of the Abu Dhabi T10 on Friday.

Delano Potgieter's five-wicket haul decimated Sunrisers Eastern Cape's chase, leading MI Cape Town to a 97-run victory in SA20's opening match. Potgieter's decisive spell of 5 for 10, including three wickets in one over, proved crucial after Dewald Brevis's quickfire 57 set a challenging target of 175.

The Sunrisers Eastern Cape return to form with a 58-run bonus point victory over Durban's Super Giants at Kingsmead. Zak Crawley, Tom Abell, and Marco Jansen led the batting effort, while Liam Dawson and Simon Harmer spearheaded a sharp bowling performance, restricting the Giants to 107.

18-year-old Lhuan-dre Pretorius scored an impressive 97 off 51 balls, leading the Paarl Royals to a nine-wicket win over Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Pretorius and Joe Root formed a strong partnership, while Kwena Maphaka and Mujeeb-ur-Rahman excelled in bowling. Aiden Markram's 82 off 49 balls helped Sunrisers to 175/5, but it wasn't enough.

In a decisive nine-wicket victory, Joburg Super Kings pacers Lutho Sipamla and Hardus Viljoen dominated the Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Sipamla and Viljoen's impressive performances with the ball restricted the Sunrisers to 118, while Devon Conway's stroke-filed unbeaten half-century led Super Kings' successful run-chase.

England picked teenage leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed in their white-ball squads for the first time on Thursday ahead of next month's tour of Bangladesh.

MI Cape Town triumphed over defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape with a 97-run victory in their SA20 opener, highlighted by Trent Boult's double-wicket maiden. Boult dismissed Zak Crawley and Tom Abell in consecutive balls, and Dewald Brevis's 57 off 29 balls further propelled MICT. SEC were bowled out for 77, failing to chase 175.

Sunil Narine etched his name in T20 history, becoming the third bowler to claim 600 wickets in competitive matches during an ILT20 game. The spinner's remarkable achievement places him alongside elite bowlers like Rashid Khan and Dwayne Bravo. His consistent brilliance across various Knight Riders franchises underscores his legendary status in the format.

Dewald Brevis inspired MI Cape Town to a 97-run victory against Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the opening game of SA20 Season 3. His 57-off-29 including a no-look six set the tone. Delano Potgieter's 5/10 ensured Sunrisers were bowled out for 77. MI Cape Town posted 174/7 with contributions from several batters.

MI Cape Town achieved a commanding 97-run victory against Sunrisers Eastern Cape in their SA20 opener. Dewald Brevis hit an explosive 57, propelling MICT to 174/7. Delano Potgieter's impressive bowling (5/10) dismantled SEC, who were bowled out for a mere 77 runs. Trent Boult and others contributed to the decisive win at Gqeberha.

With England set to defend it's ODI World Cup title later this year in India, skipper Jos Buttler is looking forward to the upcoming limited overs series in Bangladesh, which the skipper feels will help them prepare for cricket's biggest extravaganza. Relishing the challenge of facing Bangladesh on low and slow wickets, Buttler said that he is expecting difficult conditions and it is exactly what the team wants.

The SA20 Season 4 Player Auction is set for September 9th in Johannesburg, featuring over 500 players vying for spots on six franchises. A record number of cricketers registered, including international stars like Shakib Al Hasan and James Anderson. Season 4 introduces an Under-23 player pick, with teams competing for 84 open spots and a total purse of US$7.37 million.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape face MI Cape Town in the SA20 Season 3 opener at St George’s Park, with a sold-out crowd expected. Key players include Ottneil Baartman, Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram, and Tristan Stubbs for the Sunrisers, while MI Cape Town's squad features Trent Boult, Kagiso Rabada, and Reeza Hendricks. The match promises high energy and entertainment.

Sharjah Warriorz stayed in the playoff hunt with a dramatic last-ball four-wicket win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders. Early strikes from Taskin Ahmed and Wasim Akram set the tone before Adil Rashid’s three-wicket haul restricted the Knight Riders to 134. James Rew’s unbeaten 42 then guided the Warriorz home in a tense finish.

With the new SA20 season few days away, the six teams are gearing up with player arrivals, media content days, and kit reveals. MI Cape Town, Sunrisers Eastern Cape, Joburg Super Kings, Pretoria Capitals, Durban’s Super Giants, and Paarl Royals all started to get the squads working together, including notable names like Trent Boult, Kane Williamson, and Joe Root.

Marco Jansen attributes his success in SA20 to his adaptability to diverse South African pitches. He leads with 47 wickets, excelling in the Powerplay. His all-round capabilities, including scoring 204 valuable runs, highlight his importance. Jansen now prepares for the Proteas ODI squad, hoping to continue his strong SA20 form internationally.

Dubai is buzzing as the ILT20 Season 4 kicks off today with a thrilling rematch between Dubai Capitals and Desert Vipers. Cricket's biggest stars, including Phil Salt, Andre Russell, and Kieron Pollard, are set to dazzle. A spectacular opening ceremony featuring Ali Zafar will precede the first ball at 6:45 PM. Tickets are available now.

MI Cape Town clinched their maiden SA20 title with a convincing win over Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the final, thanks to explosive batting by Rassie van der Dussen, Ryan Rickelton, and Dewald Brevis. Brevis highlighted the match with his powerful 38 off 18 balls, including four sixes.

The International League T20 is poised for its first-ever player auction on October 1, 2025, in Dubai, ushering in a competitive new era. Six franchises will vie for 78 players, each with a $1.5 million purse to build squads of up to 18. Ravichandran Ashwin enters with the highest base price, while Dinesh Karthik has already joined Sharjah Warriorz.

The Sunrisers Eastern Cape face pressure after three consecutive defeats in SA20's third season. The two-time defending champions are struggling with batting inconsistencies and missing key bowlers. Batting coach Russell Domingo stressed the need for improvements to stay in playoff contention, while new player combinations are still being tested.

MI Cape Town makes headlines by signing Reeza Hendricks for R4.30 million in the SA20 2025 auction, marking him as the season's most expensive player. The auction concludes with all 19 roster spots filled across six teams, including strategic acquisitions like rookies. The tournament starts January 9 next year, poised for intense competition.

Dubai Capitals secured their maiden win against Sharjah Warriorz with a dominant 63-run victory. Sediqullah Atal's composed 66 and Mohammad Nabi's explosive 38* powered Capitals to 181, a total their bowlers defended effectively. Nabi and Salamkheil claimed three wickets each, dismantling the Warriorz for 117.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape, led by Aiden Markram, aim for a third consecutive SA20 title when the 2025 season gets underway on 9 January. The squad includes first-to-SA20 faces like David Bedingham and Zak Crawley. Key players also feature Richard Gleeson and Roelof van der Merwe. The season kicks off against MI Cape Town, promising intense competition.

Deccan Gladiators crashed before the effortless power-hitting by Delhi Bulls' openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Evin Lewis in the third Super League match of the Abu Dhabi T10 at the Abu Dhabi Zayed Cricket Stadium on Monday.

The International League T20 is set for its inaugural player auction on October 1 in Dubai. Six franchises will finalize their Season 4 squads. Teams enter with varying purses, needing to spend between 1.5 and 2 million USD. Retained players, new signings, and wildcard additions are already announced for most sides.