Ranking the chances of Arab nations to progress from World Cup group stages
LONDON: An unprecedented eight teams from the Arab region will participate at the 2026 World Cup.
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England captain Stokes defends decision to rest Archer for opening test v NZ
LONDON, June 3 : Ben Stokes defended England's decision to rest Jofra Archer for the opening test against New Zealand at Lord's after the fast bowler's Indian Premier League stint, with the captain warning that mishandling such situations could drive players away from international cricket.
Iran to play World Cup warm-up behind closed doors, head to Mexico on Saturday
June 3 : Iran will play their final World Cup warm-up behind closed doors in Turkey on Thursday before departing for their tournament base in Mexico on Saturday, the Iranian FA (FFIRI) said on Wednesday.
Haiti thump New Zealand 4-0 in 'harsh lesson' before World Cup
June 2 : Haiti crushed a shambolic New Zealand 4-0 in a steamy World Cup warmup in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Tuesday, delighting a buzzing crowd of Haitian fans and spoiling a milestone match for All Whites captain Chris Wood.
India set for bumper New Zealand tour later this year
June 3 : India will undertake the biggest-ever international cricket tour of New Zealand later this year, playing two tests, five one-day internationals and five Twenty20 matches against the Black Caps.
Cummins might skip next IPL because of heavy Australia workload
SYDNEY, June 3 : Australia captain Pat Cummins indicated he might skip the Indian Premier League (IPL) next year to prioritise a heavy test schedule and the one-day international World Cup.
England captain Sciver-Brunt ready for T20 World Cup, says coach
June 3 : Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is ready to go for England's Twenty20 World Cup campaign after recovering from a calf injury, head coach Charlotte Edwards said, adding the all-rounder probably will not bowl in the tournament.
Haiti rout New Zealand 4-0 in World Cup warmup
June 2 : Haiti crushed a shambolic New Zealand 4-0 in a steamy World Cup warmup in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Tuesday, delighting a buzzing crowd of Haitian fans and spoiling a milestone match for All Whites captain Chris Wood.