cricket
Linsey Smith: From self-doubt to World Cup spotlight
England flexed their muscles with a ruthless 10-wicket demolition of South Africa.
3 October 2025, 14:02 PM
Flawed constitution leaves BCB polls open to interference?
The mindset of cricket’s key stakeholders needs to change -- to move away from club dominance and centralise power.
3 October 2025, 12:42 PM
‘I’m so excited’: Marufa storms into World Cup with dream spell
The 20-year-old speedster, long touted as one of Bangladesh’s brightest talents, delivered the dream start she had visualised for months.
3 October 2025, 02:00 AM
BCB polls: Withdrawing councillors turn to ‘guardian’ sports adviser
The BCB election is set to take place on October 6.
2 October 2025, 18:49 PM
Joty praises 'incredible' Marufa
Just one match into their campaign in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025, Bangladesh have already matched their previous best finish courtesy of an emphatic seven-wicket win over Pakistan in Colombo on Thursday.
2 October 2025, 16:06 PM
Namibia and Zimbabwe book 2026 T20 World Cup berths
The 29-year-old JJ Smit struck an unbeaten 61 and took 3-16 in the African qualifier
2 October 2025, 12:07 PM
India to skip handshakes with Pakistan in Women’s World Cup: Reports
Close on the heels of the precedent set by the Indian men's cricket team during the Asia Cup in Dubai, the Indian women’s side will also not engage in customary handshakes with Pakistani players during their ICC Women's World Cup clash in Colombo on October 5, Indian media reported today, citing sources.
2 October 2025, 10:22 AM
Tigresses bowl out Pakistan for 129
Bangladesh bowlers bundled out Pakistan for a mere 129 in 38.3 overs in their opening match of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka today.
2 October 2025, 08:59 AM
Bangladesh, Afghanistan go into T20I series with different goals
Bangladesh and Afghanistan will lock horns in a three-match T20I series starting today in Sharjah, with both sides approaching the contest from contrasting perspectives.
2 October 2025, 08:11 AM
Tigresses eye to ‘set the tone’ against Pak
Bangladesh will begin their campaign in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 today with arguably their biggest match in the league phase against Pakistan at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
2 October 2025, 04:00 AM
‘Our biggest strength is our unity’
Bangladesh’s success in the upcoming ICC Women’s World Cup is heavily dependent on the performance of Nahida Akter, their highest wicket-taker across both white-ball formats. The 25-year-old left-arm spinner recently talked to The Daily Star’s Samsul Arefin Khan and shared insights about their preparation, plans and expectations from the tournament.
1 October 2025, 12:26 PM
Asia Cup trophy row deepens as BCCI protests at ACC meeting
With both sides sticking to their positions, the Asia Cup 2025 trophy saga shows no sign of ending soon, threatening to overshadow India’s ninth continental triumph.
1 October 2025, 05:56 AM
Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 opener sets record attendance
The game drew 22,843 fans at the ACA Stadium, a record for the most attended group stage fixture at any Women’s World Cup.
1 October 2025, 03:51 AM
Tigresses bank on unity and resilience
Bangladesh are set for their second appearance at the ICC Women’s World Cup, beginning September 30 in Guwahati, having debuted in 2022 with a solitary group-stage win.
30 September 2025, 03:05 AM
Maxwell out of NZ T20 series with broken arm
Josh Philippe will replace Maxwell in the squad for the three matches against the Black Caps at Mount Maunganui's Bay Oval on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
30 September 2025, 02:37 AM
BCB polls: Bulbul, Fahim now sole nominees from Dhaka
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam Bulbul and vice-president Nazmul Abedeen Fahim are set to be elected uncontested from Dhaka in the upcoming board of directors election after the Election Commission rejected the nomination of councillor SM Abdullah Al Fuad Redwan on Monday.
29 September 2025, 10:31 AM
Surya, PCB donate Asia Cup fees for victims at home
Political tensions spilled over into cricket in the Asia Cup final between India and Pakistan on Sunday in Dubai and even though the contest is already over, India winning the tie by five wickets, both sides have continued trading barbs.
29 September 2025, 09:20 AM
Fashion and facial hair: Vettori remembers T20's international debut
It may have been New Zealand's retro moustaches, wigs and floppy hats, but Ricky Ponting was far from convinced that Twenty20 cricket would catch on after the first international match at Eden Park 20 years ago.
29 September 2025, 06:08 AM
India, Pakistan trade accusations after Asia Cup trophy debacle
The two teams did not shake hands for the third Asia Cup match running as India won the final by five wickets in Dubai on Sunday.
29 September 2025, 03:42 AM
Tilak Varma’s masterclass stands tall amid presentation chaos
Unlike many who get caught in the emotion of an India–Pakistan clash, he played as if he was in control of time itself.
29 September 2025, 03:29 AM