2016-12-19 09:02
Hammad said he was delighted to be making his debut in Gujarat, where his parents were born before emigrating to Lancashire. It’s the same state his brother was married in last week, b… Read More
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When shopping for a cricket bat you will undoubtedly have many different options to choose from and consequently there are a lot of factors you need to take into account in order to ensure you end up with the right cricket bat for you
2016-12-12 09:05
History of the Girls U-18 Asia Cup
The first tournament of the Girls U-18 Asia Cup was held in Hong Kong, China, in 2001. India took the gold medal. The second tournament in 2009 saw the gir… Read More
2016-12-05 08:59
The Portuguese calendar includes the game against Brazil on December 3 and will be only the second time in the game’s history that the two teams have met. The match looks set to be pla… Read More
2016-11-28 08:42
Health and safety
As always in international cricket, the health and safety of the players will be at the forefront of the organisers’ minds, as both teams prepare to meet at Rajkot fo… Read More
2016-11-21 08:37
1st & 2nd Test
The 1st Test was held from the 3-7 November at the WACA Ground, Perth. South Africa won the Test by 177 runs. The 2nd Test will be held 12-16 November at the Bellerive Ova… Read More
2016-11-16 08:54
The Pakistan Team
Following detailed consultations with the Test Captain and Head Coach, the Pakistan test team has recently been confirmed by the Chief Selector, alongside the National Sele… Read More
2016-11-14 06:21
In August 2016, Team GB’s Women’s Hockey team came back from the Rio Olympics with a gold medal, which was a first Olympic gold medal for British hockey. The team are now trying… Read More
2016-11-07 06:16
As the game of rugby becomes ever more competitive, it is no surprise to see teams pushed to their limit in training in a bid to ensure that they are sharper than any upcoming opponents.
The… Read More
2016-10-31 06:13
Buying cricket shoes should be an easy task, but with so many choices on the market these days, even at specialist shops, it can appear quite confusing. Read on for a quick guide to choosing… Read More
2016-10-24 05:10
It’s the dream of every player from the moment they start playing their chosen sport to pull on their national jersey and represent their country. To get the call to join a national tr… Read More
2016-10-17 05:07
The right cricket bat will help you enormously on the pitch, but when buying cricket bats online you can’t always get a feel for them as you would in a store. Not to worry, though, as… Read More
2016-10-14 05:29
After taking a one-nil lead in their previous match against Bangladesh, England were hoping to wrap up the three-match series with a convincing performance in the second, though those hopes… Read More
2016-10-13 09:18
The colourful group of supporters, known the world over for their partisan chants and overt support, has suggested that travel to Bangladesh would be just a step too far. The Barmy Army is w… Read More
2016-10-06 09:11
The women of Team GB’s hockey team walked away from the Rio Olympics in 2016 with a first gold medal in hockey for Great Britain after beating the Netherlands in a dramatic penalty sho… Read More
2016-09-29 08:43
The West Indies are on a high after beating England in the 2016 ICC World Twenty20 by four wickets. Pakistan came into the tournament looking poor and got worse, with losses to India, New Ze… Read More
2016-09-23 09:05
The 2015 One Day International
Last year’s One Day International between Ireland and Australia took place in Belfast and saw the Australians enjoy a convincing victory over the Irish t… Read More
2016-09-20 08:47
From 25th September to 1st October 2016 at Mirpur’s Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Afghanistan will be welcomed by Bangladesh. During this event, Bangladesh and Afghanistan wi… Read More
2016-09-14 09:03
The New Zealand cricket team is set to begin its tour of India later this month, which will continue late into October. With five One Day Internationals and three test matches, the schedule… Read More
2016-09-07 08:56
Fans looking to buy rugby shirts with these club stalwarts’ names on them will get another few seasons worth of wear from them, after the two backs committed their futures to the West… Read More
2016-08-31 08:54
In July, Australia began their two-month tour of Sri Lanka where they are taking part in two T20 Internationals, five ODIs and three Test Matches. This is the first time in five years that t… Read More
2016-08-24 08:44
Even though many of the artificial surfaces you’ll play on will have shock pads built into them, the constant strain you put your body under will take its toll. That’s why gettin… Read More
2016-08-17 08:40
We’re still in the midst of the test series, and England have built a substantial lead over Pakistan, pulling ahead 2-1 from the first three of four bouts. With an overall lead of 396… Read More
2016-08-10 07:24
Inaugural Medals
Rio 2016 was the first time that women’s rugby 7s has been included as an Olympic sport. The Great Britain team has created its own little slice of Olympic history, re… Read More
2016-07-29 06:57
The Pakistan cricket tour of England 2016 is now well under way. With a couple of friendly games under our belts, the highly anticipated test series part of the tour is approaching.
The tour… Read More
2016-07-25 06:46
Rugby fans worldwide are gearing up for the annual clash between New Zealand and Australia as the two teams battle it out for the Bledisloe cup. Since the 1930s, the two nations have held re… Read More
2016-07-21 06:43
The World Cup of Hockey 2016 is an international ice hockey tournament due to take place in Toronto, Canada, later this year. The schedule has been announced, with competing nations now awar… Read More
2016-07-18 06:39
As last season’s bats and pads are exhumed and dusted off, players everywhere are preparing to renew their tattered cricket clothing online or at the sports store ready to take to the… Read More
2016-07-14 06:34
The New Zealand cricket team will be playing two Test matches in Zimbabwe, in late July and early August 2016. Both matches will be played at Bulawayo’s Queens Sports Club.
There is cu… Read More
2016-06-28 05:51
Following their 27-13 defeat at the hands of old rivals England a fortnight ago, Wales has changed a third of its team for the next test, the first against New Zealand on the summer tour.
Fi… Read More
2016-06-24 05:48
The death of Phil Hughes in 2014 was a shock to the cricketing world and a wake-up call to players across the globe, who realised the important role that kit can have in keeping you safe. A… Read More
2016-06-20 05:45
England captain Alastair Cook has announced that England’s team line-up will not be changed for their third and final test match against Sri Lanka. England have managed to prevail in t… Read More
2016-06-17 05:42
Sporting equipment has quickly become an integral part of all sports, with many sportsmen and women attributing their performances to the type of equipment they use during a match or event a… Read More
2016-06-14 05:41
The basic hockey stick consists of a toe with one rounded and one flat edge. The ball is hit using the flat surface, with the left hand positioned near the top of the handle and the right ne… Read More
2016-05-27 08:39
Two international cricketing heavyweights will come together this summer when the India team tour Zimbabwe in June. The tour begins on the 11th of June, culminating on the 22nd of June, and… Read More
2016-05-25 08:35
The Afghanistan national cricket team will be touring Scotland this summer for just two games ahead of travelling to Ireland for a tour of five games. This is the second time this year that… Read More
2016-05-23 08:31
The Asia Rugby Women’s Championship (ARWC) is under way in its second year of this format. It kicked off with defending champions Japan taking on Hong Kong at the Hong Kong Football Cl… Read More
2016-05-20 06:02
In a desperate bid to reinvigorate cricket’s Test game, pink balls were launched into the cricketing world in order to play day-night matches and attract many more spectators. Pink bal… Read More
2016-05-18 05:16
Whether you are a total beginner or a seasoned professional, safety in sport is essential. It protects the longevity of your playing career as well as your physical health. Staying safe can… Read More
2016-05-06 04:49
In any physical sporting activity, accidents can happen. Usually the injuries are low level and do not disrupt play, but in some incidents, the injuries can be life-changing or even life-end… Read More
2016-05-04 04:54
The Sri Lanka cricket tour of England 2016 will soon be upon us, with the date of the first match set for mid-May. The two teams will face each other many more times during the summer, overl… Read More
2016-05-02 04:47
The Olympic Games are an opportunity to showcase some of the world’s best sporting talent. What the Games’ organisers also want is to increase participation in sport and encourag… Read More
2016-04-29 04:44
These days, there is such a big range of shoes for cricket that it can be hard to know where to begin. Should you get bowling boots, full-spike, half-spike, multi-spike or rubber shoes? Ofte… Read More
2016-04-28 04:43
Think of a ball game and each one has something in common: football, golf, cricket, snooker – they’re all played with a round ball. Of course, rugby fans across the world are now… Read More
2016-03-31 05:05
A cricket bat is, together with a ball and some stumps, one of the few pieces of cricket equipment that is essential for even the most casual knockabout. Proper care of a cricket bat, such a… Read More
2016-03-28 04:59
From 29 March to 9 April 2016, the hockey Grand Masters World Cup for women will take place in Canberra, Australia, closely followed by the men’s Grand Masters Hockey World Cup from 3… Read More
2016-03-25 05:57
It has been announced that the Champions’ Trophy, which is a men’s hockey tournament featuring six of the world’s top teams, will now be held in London in June 2016. The to… Read More
2016-03-22 05:38
It’s certainly an interesting time to be a football fan. The upsets in the English Premier League saw the mighty fall and some new blood rise to recognition. The winter-spring exciteme… Read More
2016-03-19 05:35
2016 is already turning out to be another big year for cricket, with a whole host of historic matches scheduled for this summer in particular. With so much cricket fever going around, profes… Read More
2016-03-16 05:31
As the World T20 begins in India, former England star Paul Collingwood has praised England’s growth in the last twelve months – and he predicts a win for the boys in orange.
Gett… Read More
2016-02-26 04:36
Are you looking for a new sport to enjoy? From football and cricket to tennis and basketball, the options are endless. However, one option you should certainly consider is rugby. This is a p… Read More
2016-02-26 04:33
If you are interested in hockey, and you are looking for a company that delivers hockey equipment UK wide, one of the most important purchases you will obviously make is a hockey stick. Ther… Read More
2016-02-26 04:28
If you take a look on the Internet, you will see that there is an unbelievable selection of hockey sticks to choose from nowadays. This can make it a little bit confusing and overwhelming fo… Read More
2016-02-16 11:10
Are you thinking about taking up hockey? This is a sport that is played in schools, universities, and sports clubs up and down the country. However, before you get started, you need to have… Read More
2016-02-16 04:58
One of the biggest events on the sporting calendar is fast approaching; the T20 World Cup. This is the international championship of Y20 cricket. The tournament consists of 16 teams, which i… Read More
2016-02-16 04:51
Excitement is reaching fever pitch, as the Asia Cup is a mere matter of weeks away. The cup will be held in Bangladesh for the third consecutive time, with the tournament taking place every… Read More
2015-12-15 06:20
Cricket fans will be expecting a strong performance from Sri Lanka as they prepare to take on New Zealand in the first of their 2015/16 One Day International series, which begins in Dunedin… Read More
2015-12-15 06:10
Cricket fans have the dates for their 2016 diaries for the County Championship, which starts in April. It’s an interesting year for cricket because of the County Championship, NatWest… Read More
2015-12-10 05:10
During the build-up to the Hockey World Cup League Finals, Danny Kerry, Head Coach of the England Women’s team, has gone on record singing the praises of the player Hollie Webb.
Danny… Read More
2015-12-10 05:04
Can the West Indies save themselves from humiliation as they face world-dominators Australia in their second Test in Melbourne on Boxing Day?
West Indies face Australia for the first Test on… Read More
2015-11-26 07:15
Rugby has gained a lot of popularity worldwide. And this has increased the demand of good quality rugby equipments. The young generation have shown great interest in the game. However, there… Read More
2015-11-26 07:04
For the viewers, cricket is slow paced game which goes on for hours and with few periodic breaks for tea and lunch. However, the reality is a bit different and this sport is actually quite d… Read More
2015-11-05 10:36
South Africa, on its 72 days tour to India this year, will play five ODIs, three Twenty20 internationals and four Test Matches. The tour started in the month of September and it is scheduled… Read More
2015-11-05 10:27
Two of the finest cricket teams will face each other on the Australian Soil for the very first time since the Finals of ICC Cricket World Cup 2015. Australia will now host New Zealand, its T… Read More
2015-10-14 10:47
Rugby is a sport that demands physical strength and endurance for grave injuries. According to a research the professional injuries have increased a lot with the players becoming faster and… Read More
2015-10-14 09:56
Rugby is a type of sport that not only requires strength but also speed and skill – and these are developed with time and practice. A very important equipment that is required by the p… Read More
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