Cricket

Published: 01 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The England and Wales Cricket Board now faces serious allegations regarding its premier disability tournament. Critics argue that non-disabled players currently occupy spots meant for athletes with genuine physical or learning impairments. This controversy centers on the Disability Premier League which serves as a vital international cricket pathway. Several parents of former England internationals have voiced deep concerns...

Published: 01 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Cricket Australia has officially announced the national contract list for the upcoming busy 2026 season. This announcement marks a significant shift as the governing body prepares for a very long year. Several high profile names were missing from the final group of twenty one elite male players. The most striking exclusion remains the young batting prodigy Sam Konstas...

Published: 31 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The famous gates of Lord’s Cricket Ground are currently witnessing a historic internal struggle. Former England captain Mike Gatting is now leading a very public charge for change. He has gathered a group of legendary players to challenge the current Middlesex leadership. This intervention comes just as the new county cricket season is about to begin. The timing...

Published: 31 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The golden sands of Rajasthan have long whispered tales of legendary warriors and bold conquests. Today a new hero emerged from the vibrant dugout of the Rajasthan Royals cricket team. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has captured the hearts of millions across the globe with a stunning display. The fifteen-year-old batting sensation dismantled the Chennai Super Kings bowling attack with clinical...

Published: 27 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The return of the Indian Premier League brings a mix of massive wealth and complex political tensions. Jos Buttler enters this season searching for his best form after a very difficult winter period. He recently spoke with Kevin Pietersen on his popular podcast about the impact of the league. Pietersen shared how the tournament saved his career despite...

Published: Friday, 27 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online — Sports As the Indian Premier League (IPL) returns this weekend, all eyes are not only on the established stars but also on a teenager whose rise has become impossible to ignore. Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who turns 15 on the eve of the tournament, is already being hailed as one of the most extraordinary talents Indian cricket has...

Published: 22 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The landscape of English cricket currently finds itself at a significant and challenging crossroads today. Brendon McCullum remains the head coach of the Test team following a very difficult winter. His position was heavily scrutinized after the recent four-one Ashes defeat suffered by the national squad. The England and Wales Cricket Board has decided to maintain its faith...

Published: 16 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The sun shone brightly over the Ascot Park primary school oval last Saturday afternoon. This humble ground in Adelaide became the stage for a truly historic cricket performance. Darren Cheek and his son Sam Cheek walked to the crease with high spirits. They represented the Coromandel Cricket Club in a vital Section 8 league fixture. The match was...

Published: 9 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online — Sports The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup delivered a month of explosive batting, world‑class bowling, and record‑breaking performances across India and Sri Lanka. As India lifted the trophy after a commanding victory over New Zealand in Ahmedabad, attention quickly turned to the standout individual performers who shaped the tournament’s narrative. From Pakistan’s Sahibzada Farhan dominating the...

Published: 9 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online — Sports The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup concluded with India lifting the trophy in Ahmedabad after a dominant 96‑run victory over New Zealand, capping off a month of high‑intensity cricket across India and Sri Lanka. The tournament delivered dramatic finishes, abandoned matches, record‑breaking performances, and a knockout stage that kept fans on edge until the final...