Women's first professional season goes with a swing | @tjaldred.bsky.social

"Picking a team that balances youth and experience is difficult but vital, not only for the success of the tour itself but as preparation for future visits." What is key to getting an Ashes squad right? | Simon Wilde

"He feels like the perfect fit for where we are as a side right now."

Mark Wood has been bowling off his "full run-up" as he seeks to prove his fitness ahead of the first Ashes Test in a fortnight's time.

"Pippa has been greatly impressive for our academy and second XI."

"I loved being part of the Phoenix last year so to be able to sign with the Bears full-time is an opportunity I jumped at."

Kookaburra trial officially discontinued after three-year run | @nickfriend.bsky.social

"Playing for Australia's the hardest thing to do in Australian sport." Jake Weatherald has admitted he feared his chance of earning an Australian Test cap may have passed him by | ✍️ @melindafarrell.bsky.social

Chelmsford staged all men's and women's professional fixtures in 2025, but options are available to take the strain off the venue | @nickhowson.bsky.social

Nat Sciver-Brunt, the England captain, has kept hold of her lucrative Women's Premier League contract.

"I'll have a really good bowl in Perth, and by then I'll know where I'm at."

Seven youth one-day internationals in Grenada beckon, but the tourists have made two alterations to their squad.

"It's a deeply proud moment. I've really enjoyed developing my coaching skillset with the Rockets over the last three summers."

"I think it could be the perfect storm: the way England play, and Australia's uncertainty about their line-up" 💬 @huwzat.bsky.social interviews @finnysteve.bsky.social, who knows what it takes to beat Australia on their home turf...

Experienced but flawed: Why England have nothing to fear from Australia's ageing platoon | ✍️ @huwzat.bsky.social

"I have a strong connection to the club and the city of Birmingham."

The first of several team name alterations has been revealed.

The Englishman behind the revival of Marnus Labuschagne | ✍️ @georgedobell.bsky.social

"What a ride it's been, one that's taken me to all corners of the globe with England and then, in more recent times, back to the West Country."

Birmingham Phoenix Men are in the process of overhauling their coaching team ahead of the 2026 season.

Minded to prefer those tried and tested, will Australia's conservative approach be their undoing? | ✍️ @melindafarrell.bsky.social

Australia have unveiled a 15-strong squad for the first Ashes Test against England at Perth 🇦🇺

"I think that's a good example of what he looks like at his best." 💬 Australia are delaying making key selection decisions for the first Ashes Test | @melindafarrell.bsky.social

Australia Men have unveiled their 15-strong squad for the first Ashes Test against England at Perth, with three uncapped players included. #Ashes

"Together, we have achieved great success, winning three titles in a row, and Tom played a crucial role in building this winning culture."

The Cricket Discipline Panel has sanctioned another male coach for inappropriate behaviour towards female colleagues in the county game | @georgedobell.bsky.social

More than 1,000 state school teams will vie for a dream Lord's final when the inaugural Barclays Knight-Stokes Cup begins.

A statement of intent: What do England's central contracts say about the future? | ✍️ @georgedobell.bsky.social

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England have handed eight new players central contracts 📑🖊️

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Anya Shrubsole is to return to the sport as part of a much-changed Royal Challengers Bengaluru coaching team.

Afghanistan have confirmed head coach Jonathan Trott will step down after next year's Men's T20 World Cup.

Australia's Ashes players are all set to grace the final round of the Sheffield Shield ahead of the start of the five-Test series against England.

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"I've always said that Somerset is my home, and I mean it. I wouldn't want to be playing cricket anywhere else."

"He's worked incredibly hard to help us win trophies over an extended period of time."

"I think we're the team that consistently is making finals now, whereas before it was maybe like a one-time thing. So I'm really proud that we're able to reach three in a row."

"This time, Australian pitches are more likely to nip around, and the ball wobbles violently. I am sure Jimmy will enjoy watching it as he does a frozen winter pre-season at Old Trafford" | ✍️ @jarrodkimber.bsky.social

"We haven’t got a spinner like Nathan Lyon, but if the wickets are a bit spicy, then we might get 20 wickets with seam."

INDIA = CHAMPIONS 🏆🇮🇳

"It is a watershed moment for Indian cricket." 💬 India Women have domination in their sights after winning their first Cricket World Cup. #CWC25

"While South Africa's painful relationship with World Cups extends to a third final defeat in as many years, India etched their name onto the trophy and into the history books." Shafali Verma's career performance proves to be World Cup-winning control of emotions | @oscarress.bsky.social #CWC25

India are Women's Cricket World Cup winners for the first time after defeating a defiant South Africa in a thrilling final in Navi Mumbai. #CWC25

"With the prep that we've had with the other Test guys who've been here for a while, too, we'll have no excuses come Australia."

"I've been fortunate to work alongside some fantastic people, both on and off the field, and I leave with great memories, lasting friendships, and a deep sense of pride."

"It's the right time for myself and the team. It gives the team clarity for the series moving forward and ahead of their next major focus, which is the T20 World Cup."

Reserve day, reduced game and a tournament first: What happens if rain hits the Women's Cricket World Cup final?

"A lot of internal thought process went into it, injuries here and there but also looking to the future - I think I can make the most impact for Glos in the T20 format."