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Jimmy Adams, Hampshire cricket stalwart, departs after 25 years to coach in Australia
Jimmy Adams, a Hampshire cricket legend, is leaving the county after over 25 years as a player and coach. Adams, aged 46, has accepted a coaching role with Tasmania in Australia after eight years coaching at Hampshire's Utilita Bowl. He retired from playing in 2018 with 462 appearances for Hampshire and 19,723 runs. Born in Winchester, Adams debuted for Hampshire in 2001, captained the team from 2012 to 2015, and helped secure five trophies. Named lead batting coach in 2022, he contributed to Hampshire's Vitality Blast win the same year. Adams expressed gratitude and said he will continue supporting Hampshire despite the move.
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Sri Lanka Unveil Pakistan Test Squad Under Mendis
Sri Lanka Cricket has officially announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Pakistan, with newly appointed captain Kusal Mendis set to lead the national side in an important ICC World Test Championship assignment. The squad was announced on October 13, 2026, marking the beginning of a new leadership chapter following Dhananjaya de Silva's decision to step down from the Test captaincy. One of the notable selections is Anjala Bandara, who has earned his maiden call-up to Sri Lanka's Test squad. His inclusion provides an opportunity for a new player to establish himself at the highest level of international red-ball cricket. Another important selection consideration involves Pathum Nissanka, whose participation in the series remains subject to medical clearance. His availability will therefore depend on the outcome of the required medical assessment. Kusal Mendis was officially appointed as Sri Lanka's new Test captain on October 8, succeeding Dhananjaya de Silva, who had led the team since January 2024. The 31-year-old Mendis brings considerable international experience to the role, having represented Sri Lanka in 75 Test matches at the time of his appointment. De Silva stepped down after expressing his belief that the responsibility of leading the national Test team should pass to the next generation. He also confirmed that he remains available to represent Sri Lanka as a player. The upcoming Pakistan series will be Mendis' first assignment as Test captain and an important opportunity to establish his leadership approach in the longest format. The two-match series is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–2027 cycle, meaning both teams will be competing for valuable championship points. The first Test is scheduled to begin on November 9 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, while the second Test is scheduled to start on November 17 in Lahore. For Sri Lanka, the tour represents an opportunity to strengthen their position in the World Test Championship and build momentum under new leadership. With a new captain, an emerging player receiving his first Test call-up, and important selection decisions ahead, Sri Lanka will enter the Pakistan series with plenty of attention on how their new-look Test setup performs.
England Cricket Announces Record 39 Central Contracts, Splitting Coaching Teams for Test and White-Ball Formats
England's cricket team director Rob Key has awarded a record 39 central contracts, including 30 main and nine development contracts, allowing him to plan for the next two years. New coaching structures split between Test and white-ball cricket have been introduced, with Stephen Fleming as new Test head coach and Eric Simons appointed as Test fast-bowling coach. Key emphasized a succession plan for future coaching roles with candidates like Richard Dawson and Jonathan Trott. Notable contracts include one-year deals for Ollie Robinson, Ben Duckett, and Jamie Smith, while players like Joe Root and Harry Brook have two-year deals. The squad aims to balance workload management across formats and nurture homegrown coaching and playing talent.
Glamorgan Seeks New Head Coach as Richard Dawson Joins England Test Team Coaching Staff
Glamorgan County Cricket Club is searching for a new head coach, marking their fourth change in five years, after Richard Dawson departed to become assistant coach for the England Test team. Dawson, a former Test off-spinner and ex-Gloucestershire head coach, joined Glamorgan in December 2024 after Grant Bradburn's dismissal. Under his guidance, the club earned promotion to Division One and achieved a sixth-place finish, maintaining their status in the top tier consecutively for the first time. The club's leadership praised Dawson's contributions and acknowledged his opportunity with England. Dawson expressed his pride and hopes for Glamorgan's future success. This coaching change comes with Glamorgan well-positioned after recent improvements and a focus on player development.
Pakistan Cricket Board relocates President's Trophy matches following governor's rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has shifted the ongoing President's Trophy Grade 1 cricket matches from Peshawar and Abbottabad due to the imposition of governor's rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This political situation forced the organizers to move two fixtures to venues in Punjab, with matches now set in Sheikhupura and Lahore starting October 14. Islamabad and Rawalpindi will continue hosting matches as planned, although the final round of the league has been delayed by one day, with the final venue still unconfirmed. The changes disrupt efforts to bring top domestic cricket back to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where cricket venues had recently been revitalized. State Bank of Pakistan currently leads the tournament standings, followed by Ghani, with two rounds remaining before the top two teams advance to the final.
Sai Sudharsan's Knee Injury Raises Concerns Ahead of India-New Zealand Series
Sai Sudharsan sustained a knee injury while fielding for Tamil Nadu in a Ranji Trophy match against Rajasthan. Although the injury caused visible discomfort and required physio assistance, initial reports suggest it is not serious and Sudharsan is expected to recover soon. This injury arises as a setback for Sudharsan, who recently returned from a right-toe stress fracture injury that made him miss the Sri Lanka Test series. The India-New Zealand bilateral series, including two Tests starting November 19, 2026, is approaching, and Sudharsan must prove his fitness and form to be selected. Tamil Nadu is yet to bat in their innings, and it remains to be seen if Sudharsan will be able to participate fully in upcoming matches.
WAU vs QUN Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips for Australia Domestic ODI 2026 Match 9
On 13th October 2026, Western Australia is set to play against Queensland at the W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth in the ninth match of the Australia Domestic ODI 2026. Queensland has shown strong batting performance but needs improvement in bowling, while Western Australia looks to recover from a recent loss with key players Mitchell Marsh and Sam Whiteman. The pitch is expected to be batting-friendly with favorable conditions for pace bowlers. Expert predictions favor Queensland to win the match. This article provides detailed Dream11 and My11Circle fantasy teams, player tips, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch and weather reports, and playing XI predictions.
BCCI denies reports of India vs Sri Lanka ODI venue shift from Delhi to Ahmedabad
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has clarified that it has not decided to move the opening ODI between India and Sri Lanka, scheduled for December 13, from Delhi to Ahmedabad. The match remains allocated to Delhi as per BCCI's usual venue rotation policy despite reports suggesting a shift linked to renovations at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Renovations, expected to last around four months, include pitch relaying and improved drainage, possibly affecting the stadium's availability for domestic games. India is set to host Sri Lanka for three ODIs and three T20Is in December, with the BCCI urging media to rely on official announcements for schedule updates. Recently, India won their ODI series against the West Indies 2-1, with Sri Lanka last touring India in 2023 for a 3-0 ODI series loss.
Australia Nears Victory Against South Africa in Durban Test After Matt Renshaw's Strong Performance
On day four of the first men's Test at Kingsmead in Durban, Australia is close to victory over South Africa. Australia declared at 314/6, with Matt Renshaw scoring 82 and Nic Maddinson contributing a 38-ball 48. Renshaw also took his first Test wicket, dismissing South African captain Temba Bavuma. South Africa's Aiden Markram played a resilient innings with 45 not out, while David Bedingham made 46. Australia bowled out South Africa to 102/4 at stumps, needing 319 more runs to win the match, which is expected to conclude with a large Australian victory.
Shreyas Iyer's playful pre-batting ritual gains attention in Indore T20I despite early dismissal
During the third T20I match against the West Indies in Indore on October 11, 2026, India captain Shreyas Iyer caught fans' attention with a lighthearted double thumbs-up gesture from the dugout just before batting. However, he was dismissed by Roston Chase for one run after facing only two balls. India defended a total of 223 to win by 14 runs, taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Abhishek Sharma's 69 off 30 balls and disciplined bowling contributed to the victory despite a middle-order collapse. Iyer remains one of the series' top run-scorers, accumulating 143 runs in three matches so far.
Rob Key Discusses England Cricket: Carse, Contracts, and Coaching Changes
In a BBC Radio 5 Live podcast episode from 12 October 2026, Rob Key, England's managing director of men's cricket, discusses several topics about England cricket. He talks about Brydon Carse's future involvement with England, the workings of central contracts in cricket, and the reasons behind awarding a contract to Henry Crocombe despite him not having played for England yet. The conversation also covers changes in coaching staff for both the red and white-ball teams. Additionally, Key and former England opener Dawid Malan debate England players' participation in the Afghanistan Premier League.
Georgia Voll’s Century Secures Australia’s ODI Series Win Over Bangladesh
Georgia Voll scored an unbeaten 131 off 97 balls, leading Australia to a dominant nine-wicket victory against Bangladesh in the second women's ODI at Allan Border Field in Brisbane. This was Voll's third ODI century and helped Australia achieve an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Earlier, Bangladesh's Sobhana Mostary scored a notable 118, partnering with captain Nigar Sultana (74 not out) to set a total of 220-6, the highest partnership against Australia in women's ODI history. Voll and Phoebe Litchfield (70 off 51) responded strongly with a 162-run opening stand to effortlessly chase the target. Voll’s innings was marked by strong power-hitting and broke the highest individual women's ODI score record at the venue. Australia's Megan Schutt took 4-36, including dismissing Mostary, contributing to a comprehensive Australian win.
Australia's experienced bowlers dominate South Africa in first Test in Durban
In the first Test match in Durban, Australia's veteran bowling quartet—Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins, and Nathan Lyon—delivered a strong performance to dismiss South Africa for 284 runs. Australia had already posted 390 runs and led by 139 with a score of 33-0 on day three. Despite criticism of the team's age and recent defeats, the quartet, which has played together for nine years, remains highly effective, claiming 607 Test wickets collectively. Steve Smith contributed significantly in the field with three impressive catches, surpassing Joe Root for the most catches by a non-wicketkeeper in Test history with 223. Australia's bowling depth showed resilience and precision, particularly with Cummins taking three wickets, securing their control over the match.