Ashes

Ashes to donate all new album income to hospitals

Bangladeshi rock band Ashes is set to release their new album, "Manusher Jonno," with all proceeds going to humanitarian aid. The band will forgo fees and royalties, donating the entire amount to hospital funds for cancer, kidney disease, paralysis, and eye treatment patients. The 10-song album is slated for release later this year.
2 March 2025, 07:48 AM

‘The Capital’ concert to bring top 10 bands to one stage

Winter tends to mark the arrival of the concert season, with November and December bringing a host of live music events both in Dhaka and beyond. This year is no different, as a concert titled “The Capital” is set to light up the stage on November 15, showcasing performances by 10 bands from around the country.
7 November 2024, 05:49 AM

‘Dhaka Rock Carnival: Shadhin Bangla Betar’ delights the city with top bands

Yesterday, United Communication organised an incredible event, the first season of "Dhaka Rock Carnival: Shadhin Bangla Betar", which delivered a memorable musical experience to the city. 
7 September 2024, 11:20 AM

12 bands to perform at ‘Swadhin Bangla Betar’ concert in Dhaka

A major concert is set to electrify Dhaka this weekend, showcasing a stellar lineup of the nation’s top bands, including Carnival, Meghdol, and Shironamhin, among others. 
2 September 2024, 05:50 AM

Not a concert: Musicians unite to amplify students’ voices

In support of the ongoing quota reform movement, artistes and performers from our diverse industries have been taking to the streets in various locations. However, today musicians in particular, are gearing up to make a significant impact in the music scene, inspired by the lyrics of Bob Marley's renowned song, "Get Up, Stand Up".
3 August 2024, 06:19 AM

Stokes says optimism, experience helped him cope with Ashes pressure

England captain Ben Stokes said on Monday that he had drawn on his natural optimism and experience as a player to help cope with the mental pressure of guiding England to a 2-2 draw in the Ashes series against Australia.
1 August 2023, 03:40 AM

Cummins rues 'key moments' in drawn Ashes

Australia captain Pat Cummins was left to rue "key moments we didn't get right" after his dream of leading the side to an Ashes series win in England was scuppered on Monday.
1 August 2023, 03:29 AM

Anderson got 'no interest in retiring'

England fast bowler James Anderson insists that turning 41 on Sunday will not push him into retirement, claiming he "has a lot more to give".
29 July 2023, 01:54 AM

Stokes ready to have 'serious conversations' about knee surgery

England captain Ben Stokes is prepared to have "serious conversations" about an operation on his troublesome left knee as he eyes another tilt at the Ashes in 2025/26.
26 July 2023, 20:49 PM

Green 'happy to bat anywhere' in quest for Ashes return

Cameron Green says he is prepared to bat in Australia's top order to reclaim a place in the Ashes line-up for their meeting with England at Old Trafford next week after missing the third Test due to injury.
15 July 2023, 04:05 AM

Brook stars as England clinch a thrilling victory

Supporters headed to Headingley on day four hoping for more heroics from captain Ben Stokes on the ground where his incredible 135 not out earned England a dramatic victory over their old foes in 2019.
9 July 2023, 14:46 PM

'England are about breaking records'

England are "about breaking records", assistant coach Jeetan Patel said on Friday as the home team contemplate a huge run chase against Australia in the second Ashes Test at Lord's.
1 July 2023, 05:40 AM

Lyon's Ashes future in doubt as he arrives at Lord's on crutches

Nathan Lyon's prospects of playing any further part in the Ashes looked to be fading fast as he arrived at Lord's on Friday on crutches.
30 June 2023, 10:27 AM

Stokes keeps faith with aggressive approach

England captain Ben Stokes said an "awkward" changing room meeting with a new fan of Test cricket has underlined his faith in the team's dynamic 'Bazball' method.
28 June 2023, 06:28 AM

Ashes rivals to stick to their guns in Lord’s Test

England and Australia have vowed to remain loyal to their contrasting tactical approaches, setting up the prospect of another thrilling Ashes clash in the second Test at Lord's starting today.
28 June 2023, 02:30 AM

Historic Lord's provides 'special' stage for Ashes Test

Lord's will provide a fitting backdrop to this week's Ashes drama as the spiritual 'Home of Cricket' hosts the second Test between England and Australia from Wednesday.
27 June 2023, 03:31 AM

England won't change attacking approach: Pope

England will not change their attacking philosophy in the second Ashes Test against Australia at Lord's this week despite falling agonisingly short in a thriller at Edgbaston, vice-captain Ollie Pope said on Monday.
26 June 2023, 21:57 PM

Labuschagne seeks return to gold standard at Lord's

Marnus Labuschagne said he holds himself to a "higher standard" after his struggles in the opening Ashes test and is looking to rediscover top form in time for the second match at Lord's.
26 June 2023, 08:13 AM

‘Ordinary’ wicket-keeping proved costly for England, says Ponting

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting says England have a lot of questions to answer after the first Test defeat to Australia at Edgbaston.
22 June 2023, 06:54 AM

McCullum has 'no regrets' after Australia loss

England coach Brendon McCullum insisted he had "no regrets" about his side's tactics after a stunning two-wicket loss to Australia in the first Test at Edgbaston.
21 June 2023, 22:13 PM