Devansh Cox is the chief cricket writer for Dawn, Pakistan's leading English-language daily, where he covers the national team, the Pakistan Super League, and the socio-political undercurrents of the sport. With a family heritage tracing back to the British Raj and strong ties to the UK, Cox brings a unique cross-cultural lens to his reporting, often examining the experiences of South Asian cricketers in English county circuits. A Karachi native, he is known for his technical analysis of fast bowling and his deep access to team insiders. His work has been cited by the ICC and the BBC, and he is a regular guest on Test Match Special’s Pakistan coverage.
0 postsWarwickshire's batting finds form to leave Somerset up against it during a dominant second day at the Cooper Associates Ground, as the Bears built a substantial first-innings lead in their County Championship clash.
A pivotal fourth-wicket stand, where Hose, D'Oliveira show required grit in Worcestershire response, has left their Rothesay County Championship Division Two encounter against Gloucestershire delicately balanced at the close of play on day two at Visit Worcestershire New Road. The resilient partnership played a critical role in stabilising the home side's innings after early setbacks.
In a momentous display of consistency and class at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Rohit Sharma edges past Rahul Dravid in elite ODI list, further cementing his legacy as one of the greatest batters to ever represent India in the 50-over format.
A brilliant Mitchell fifty guides New Zealand's lead past 400 during the fourth morning of the Test match at The Oval, putting the visitors in a commanding position as they set their sights on a declaration.
In a display of sheer bowling dominance at Chennai, Prasidh grabs five in Chennai, Afghanistan fold for 218, providing India with a golden opportunity to seal the series in the third ODI encounter.
Explained: Why KL Rahul is missing the 3rd ODI against Afghanistan is the primary question on fans' minds as the team takes the field in Chennai. Despite being fully fit, the star wicketkeeper-batter has been left out of the playing XI, sparking curiosity regarding the team's selection strategy for the final match of the series.
Netherlands opt to bowl under cloud, Gardner back, Hamilton in - The T20 World Cup encounter in Southampton began with Netherlands opting to bowl under cloud, Gardner back, Hamilton in for Australia's lineup. This pivotal match sees key changes for the Australian side, including the return of a star all-rounder and a young seamer's World Cup debut, while the Dutch aim to leverage overcast conditions against the formidable Australians.
In a high-scoring thriller at Dallas, Ottneil Baartman produced a game-changing spell as Baartman knocks Freedom down before Orcas batters complete comprehensive win, securing a five-wicket victory for the Seattle Orcas with 14 balls to spare.
England faces a familiar challenge in the T20 World Cup, playing without star captain Nat Sciver-Brunt, but the team finds reassurance in Charlie Dean's leadership. Spinner Sophie Ecclestone confirms, "Ecclestone: 'Dean a great captain, everyone feels calm under her'," highlighting Dean's experience and the seamless transition despite Sciver-Brunt's absence for the crucial upcoming matches against Scotland and West Indies.
Ganguly and Yuvraj set for senior leadership roles in Delhi Capitals in IPL 2027, as the franchise prepares for a new-look coaching staff with the former India batters taking the reins.
Day one of the Rothesay County Championship saw a resilient Kent side post a formidable 356 for 7 against Middlesex at Canterbury. Crucial half-centuries from Chris Benjamin (70), Ben Compton (53), and Ben Dawkins (50) ensured that Benjamin, Compton, Dawkins fifties keep Kent on even keel, navigating a challenging day of cricket despite strong bowling performances from Seb Morgan and Tom Helm.
In a commanding display of spin bowling, a brilliant Patterson-White six-for has Essex on the rack, leaving the reigning County Championship holders reeling at 184 all out before Nottinghamshire responded with authority at Chelmsford.
