Smith, Warner’s PSL plans under scanner amid ‘Do Not Travel’ alert

Steve Smith and David Warner face uncertainty over joining the Pakistan Super League due to rising security concerns. Tensions, travel disruptions, and a “Do Not Travel” alert for Peshawar have raised alarms. While preparations continue, players are weighing safety risks, with contingency plans like emergency evacuation under consideration before final decisions are made.

India to face Pakistan in Hockey World Cup group stage

India’s men’s and women’s hockey teams have learned their group-stage opponents for the FIH Hockey World Cup, with both sides drawn in Pool D. The men will face Pakistan, England, and Wales, while the women will compete against China, England, and South Africa. Both teams will play their matches in the Netherlands.

RCB’s Hazlewood to miss IPL 2026 start, out for two weeks

Josh Hazlewood will miss the start of IPL 2026 due to injury, delaying his return by nearly five months. Pat Cummins is also recovering and may join later. Meanwhile, players like Steve Smith face safety concerns over joining the Pakistan Super League amid regional tensions, with evacuation plans being considered.

CSK sign former KKR coach ahead of IPL 2026

James Foster, previously with KKR, has been appointed fielding coach of Chennai Super Kings ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026. The former England national cricket team wicketkeeper joins the coaching staff led by Stephen Fleming alongside Michael Hussey and Eric Simmons. Foster brings international and franchise coaching experience, including a recent International League T20 … Read more

England all-rounder blasts McCullum, reveals ‘an eye-opening experience’

Liam Livingstone criticised England management, including coach Brendon McCullum and director Rob Key, for poor communication after he was dropped in 2025. The all-rounder said the experience was “eye-opening” and expressed frustration over his role and batting position. Now with Sunrisers Hyderabad for the Indian Premier League 2026, he hopes strong performances revive his England … Read more

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan likely to lead SRH

Ishan Kishan is the leading candidate to captain Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League 2026 if Pat Cummins is unavailable at the start. Kishan enters the season in strong form after scoring 354 runs in IPL 2025 and 317 runs for the India national cricket team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, … Read more