Max Holden

England U-19 opener max holden and one down George Bartlett struck unbeaten tons as the visitors piled up 311-1 on the first day of the Youth Test match against their Indian counterparts.

Karun Nair's double century propelled India A to a formidable 557 against England Lions in their unofficial Test. In response, the Lions displayed resilience, reaching 237 for 2 at stumps on Day 2. Tom Haines led the charge with an unbeaten 103, supported by max holden's fluent 64, setting up an intriguing Day 3.

Desert Vipers achieved a commanding eight-wicket win against Gulf Giants. Khuzaima Tanveer delivered a stellar performance with four wickets. Sam Curran and max holden then forged an unbroken 123-run partnership. This victory marks Desert Vipers' fifth consecutive win in the DP World ILT20 Season 4. The team successfully chased down the target with impressive batting.

The Hundred's inaugural auction saw young English talent James Coles become the most expensive buy at £390,000, while Jordan Cox also fetched a significant bid. International stars like David Miller and Aiden Markram were also snapped up as franchises finalized their squads for the 2026 season.

The Desert Vipers secured a comprehensive five-wicket win over the Gulf Giants to confirm a top-two finish for themselves. max holden's 70 runs off 54 balls led the Vipers to victory in 19 overs, after an effective bowling display, headed by Wanindu Hasaranga and Sam Curran, restricted the Giants to a below-par total.

In a nail-biting contest, the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders pulled off a sensational one-run triumph against the leading Desert Vipers. Liam Livingstone’s electrifying 76 set the stage, while he and Alishan Sharafu crafted an essential partnership to turn the game around.

The Desert Vipers, after two runner-up finishes, are poised for their first ILT20 title in 2026. Their well-balanced squad features a mix of international stars like Fakhar Zaman, Shimron Hetmyer, Sam Curran, and Wanindu Hasaranga, alongside promising domestic talent, ensuring strategic depth and a formidable challenge.

Desert Vipers booked a five-wicket win over Sharjah Warriorz to become the first team to win eight group matches in the World ILT20. Naseem Shah’s three wickets restricted Sharjah to 140/7 before max holden’s unbeaten 66 guided the chase. The defeat officially ended the Warriorz’ playoff hopes.

Chasing a modest 227, India needed one run off the last ball with just one wicket in hand but pacer Ishan Porel faltered at the last moment and was caught by max holden off Liam White as the match ended in a draw.

Desert Vipers defeated Gulf Giants by five wickets in ILT20 Season 3 at Dubai International Stadium. max holden scored 70 off 54 balls. Despite Tom Curran's 64 off 34 balls, Gulf Giants managed only 129/8. Wanindu Hasaranga and Sam Curran took three wickets each. Vipers secured a top-two finish in the league.

Ahead of its fourth season starting December 2, the International League T20 teams have announced their player retentions and new signings. Dubai Capitals bolstered their bowling, while Abu Dhabi Knight Riders strengthened their batting lineup. Gulf Giants signed Azmatullah Omarzai, and MI Emirates added Chris Woakes.

The Desert Vipers extended their perfect ILT20 start with a dramatic one-run win over MI Emirates. Defending 160, David Payne produced a stunning 19th over, taking three wickets to derail MIE, who needed just 17 off the last two overs. Despite Rashid Khan’s late surge, a last-ball run-out sealed the result as MIE finished on 158 for 9.

Skipper Ishan Kishan came to the rescue of his side with an unbeaten 40 to enable Board President XI reach 134 for 5 at stumps on the opening day of the warm-up match against England Lions on Sunday.

Pakistan paceman Mohammad Abbas took six wickets for just 11 runs, including a hat-trick, on Friday to leave Hampshire on course for victory over Middlesex in England's County Championship.

Helped by two half centuries, India U-19 team made a steady start reaching 156 for 2 in reply to England's first innings score of 501 for 5 declared on the second day of the first Youth Test match here on Tuesday.

Nicholas Pooran's explosive 66 off 33 balls, including eight sixes, led Northern Superchargers to an impressive comeback victory in The Hundred. Chasing over 100 when he came in at 29 for 2, Pooran's efforts, supported by Harry Brook and Adam Hose, ensured they met the target, despite Phil Salt's earlier strong performance for Manchester Originals.

Delvay Rawlins hit a patient century, while Will Jacks scored a well-made half-ton as England U-19 team recovered from a disastrous start and reached 243 for five on the first day of the second Junior Test match against India on Tuesday.

Manjot Kalra slammed a century and Kamlesh Nagarkoti picked up a 10-wicket haul as the Indian U-19 team notched up a crushing 334-run win over England U-19 side in the opening four-day Test on Thursday.

Dubai Capitals clinched a spot in the ILT20 Season 3 final with a thrilling last-ball win over Desert Vipers. Gulbadin Naib's impressive half-century and two wickets were pivotal, capping a successful run chase. Alex Hales' explosive 67 was in vain as the Capitals maintained their dominance with a fifth consecutive victory against the Vipers.

India's Test squad sees a late change as Harshit Rana joins the team for the England series, following his India-A performance. This decision has sparked debate, especially after Mukesh Kumar's cryptic social media post and criticism from Dodda Ganesh, who suggested Anshul Kamboj's inclusion.