India's mixed results with the bat in the ongoing Test series against New Zealand continued in Mumbai as even though Shubman Gill scored a 90, the hosts were bowled out for 263 with three batters going for a duck. India despite all the chaos were able to get a 28-run lead in the first innings.
India will kick off their second Test series in a row and final home assignment in the ongoing World Test Championship (WTC) cycle in Bengaluru against New Zealand on Wednesday, October 16. The weather hasn't been great in the Garden City and might delay the proceedings with heavy rain predicted.
Pakistan will be up against England in a three-match Test series starting Monday, October 7 in Multan. Pakistan haven't been great of late in Test cricket and would want to make a strong comeback while England would want to stay alive in the race for a spot in the WTC final.
Indian captain Rohit Sharma suggested that the two-time World Test Championship finalists will come hard at Bangladesh saying that no series is easy and every match played for country is crucial. Rohit also mentioned that a lot of things were and will be said but they have to focus on themselves.
Sri Lanka take on New Zealand in a two-match Test series starting Wednesday, September 18 in Galle. It is an important series from the World Test Championship point of view given the Kiwis are in third spot and Sri Lanka have risen to fifth place after the win at the Oval against England.
A rest day in Test matches returns as Sri Lanka announced their two-match home Test series against New Zealand in September. The two-match series forms part of the World Test Championship and both teams will be keen to get into the reckoning for the final of the current cycle.
Jamie Smith with his third fifty in four Tests so far in his short career, continued to impress one and all as he stayed unbeaten on 72 after the second day's play in Manchester on Thursday, August 22. England took a minor lead but Sri Lanka aren't out of it just yet, all thanks to Asitha Fernando.
West Indies will host South Africa in a two-match Test series starting Wednesday, August 7 in Trinidad. West Indies will hope to take a few positives from the England tour into the two-match series while for South Africa, this series will be the beginning of their attempt to push for the WTC final.
England's home summer kicks off on Wednesday, July 10 finally after a month's delay due to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. The three-match Test series against the West Indies commences at Lord's, however, the series opener might be more popular as James Anderson's swansong in international cricket.
New Zealand are hosting Australia in a Test series after a long gap of eight years as the trans-Tasman rivals lock horns in what promises to be an exciting couple of matches. New Zealand are currently at the top of the World Test Championship points table and will hope to remain in the same spot.
New Zealand will be hosting the current World Test champions Australia in a two-match Test series. Not just these two teams but the Indian cricket team and its fans will also keep a close eye on the series, given these three sides occupy the top two spots in the WTC standings currently.
The two-match Test series between New Zealand and South Africa is set to commence on February 4. With most of their players busy featuring in the ongoing SA20, the visitors have sent a second-string squad for this Test series. But Williamson is not fussed about it and wants to focus on his own team.
Team India is gearing up to take on South Africa in a two-match Test series starting on December 26 in Centurion. The Rohit Sharma-led side last played a Test match in July against the West Indies and the squad has witnessed a few changes since then including a return for two World Cup stars.
Indian captain Rohit Sharma kept the cards close to his chest as far as the participation of senior players in the T20 World Cup 2024 is concerned. Rohit ducked under the question while speaking mainly about the two-match Test series against South Africa. The first Test takes place in Centurion.
South Africa are dealing with their problems as far as the availability of pacers is concerned for the Tests and it seems it has seeped into the Indian camp as well with the leading wicket-taker of World Cup 2023 likely to be ruled out of the two-match series.
Pakistan's toughest Test tour in recent times kicks off in Perth against Australia on Thursday, December 14. While there is excitement around the group with the new leadership group including captain Shan Masood, with a weak bowling attack, it will be a huge challenge for Pakistan.
Pakistan are leaving no stone unturned as they fine-tune their preparations for the Test series against Australia. Since Perth is known for its bounce, Pakistan are using a new strategy to be well-equipped to handle that bounce from the Australia pace trio at the Optus Stadium.
Mohammad Hafeez wasn't happy with the track laid for Pakistan's practice game against Prime Minister's XI in Canberra ahead of the three-match Test series against Australia. The match was drawn but Hafeez admitted that it didn't serve as an ideal preparation for the wickets they will get.
India came into the second Test hoping to win clinch the series 2-0, however, slow pitch and some resolute fightback from West Indies have kept them at bay so far.
Ben Stokes who recently retired from the One Day Internationals is completely focussing on the Test format and has been spot on with his tactics and decision-making. The greatest weapon in the English Team's arsenal is nobody else than Jonny Bairstow.
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