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Unofficial home of Test Match Special, providing iconic cricket commentary since 1957.

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A number of sources have told the BBC that Pakistan cricketers are not being considered by Indian-owned sides for next month's Hundred auction.

Players from Pakistan have not featured in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since 2009 because of diplomatic tensions between the two countries. (1/3)
A large digital screen displays "The Hundred is for Everyone" in pink lettering, partially obscured by a smaller "The Hundred" sign above. Below the screen, there is a cricket pitch with equipment and advertisements visible across the field.
February 19, 2026 at 6:46 PM
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Former England captain Alec Stewart says cricket does NOT have an alcohol problem but players must be aware of when they have a drink.
A headshot of Alec Stewart, former England cricket captain, wearing a grey tracksuit jacket and a white cap. A smaller inset image shows an England cricket player's cap and jersey.
February 19, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Pakistan players are not being considered by Indian-owned sides for the upcoming Hundred auction.

More: https://bbc.in/4arbNSD
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February 19, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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West Indies on top, but Italy still in with a chance of a shock win in Kolkata.

The climax is live from Eden Gardens on 5 Sports Extra & @BBCSounds.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
Four West Indies cricket players in red uniforms raise their arms together in celebration, with a fifth player partially visible on the right. They appear to be at a match, with a crowd of spectators blurred in the background.
February 19, 2026 at 8:45 AM
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India win the toss & put Australia into bat in the 2nd Women’s T20 in Canberra.

India are one up after a rain affected victory in opening game.

Commentary on Sports Extra 2 & @BBCSounds.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
Two female cricketers, one wearing an Australia cricket cap and jersey and the other wearing an India cricket jersey, stand and smile for a photo at a cricket ground. A tall floodlight and a green field are visible in the background.
February 19, 2026 at 8:45 AM
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Italy chasing 166 to shock West Indies @T20WorldCup.

West Indies restricted to 165/5.

Commentary from Eden Gardens continues on 5 Sports Extra @BBCSounds with @henrymoeranBBC, @pakwakankar, @ghosh_annesha & @CRBrathwaite26.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
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February 19, 2026 at 7:46 AM
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Can England reach the T20 World Cup semi-finals? These are the fixtures they'll have to overcome in the Super Eight stage ➡️ 🏆

The top two from England's group will progress.
Two English cricketers in red uniforms stand on a cricket field, looking towards each other while seemingly discussing strategy. A graphic displaying England's upcoming Super Eight fixtures and dates is overlaid at the bottom of the image.
February 18, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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Netherlands chasing 194 to beat India @T20WorldCup.

Shivam Dube made 66 for India, but Abhishek Sharma fell for a third successive duck.

Commentary continues on 5 Sports Extra & @BBCSounds.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
An Indian cricketer wearing a blue jersey with the team logo and the number 59, is holding a cricket bat while batting. He is wearing a white helmet with a visor and appears to be in motion on a green field.
February 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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41-year-old Roelof van der Merwe with a terrific catch against India! 👏🇳🇱
February 18, 2026 at 3:16 PM
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We have our Super 8 @T20WorldCup.

England will be in a group alongside New Zealand, Pakistan & Sri Lanka.

The other group is India, South Africa, West Indies & Zimbabwe.

Top two in each group will play the semi-finals.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
England cricketer Jonny Bairstow looks directly at the camera wearing a red cricket jersey and gloves. The jersey displays team logos and a sponsor’s name on the front against a gray background.
February 18, 2026 at 2:16 PM
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Pakistan defending 200 to book the final place in the Super 8s.

Sahibzada Farhan made an unbeaten 100 against Namibia.

Commentary continues on 5 Sports Extra & @BBCSounds.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
A cricket player in a Pakistan uniform stands on a green field, holding a bat aloft and smiling. A scoreboard in the background displays the score and other game information.
February 18, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Umpire Ananthapadmanabhan has a lot to thank Brad Currie for!
February 17, 2026 at 6:16 PM
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Rain has ended Ireland and Australia's T20 World Cup hopes! 🌧️
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February 17, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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We’re on air for critical clash between Zimbabwe & Ireland in Pallekele.

A win for Zimbabwe takes them through & knocks out Australia.

Ireland need a win to stay alive.

Join @norcrosscricket, @AatifNawaz, Alex Hartley, @nathanrjohns & special guest @HaydosTweets.

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Two fans in green Ireland cricket gear stand with their arms raised in celebration behind a metal fence. A large shamrock is visible on the field in front of them, and a scoreboard is behind them with a view of buildings.
February 17, 2026 at 10:45 AM
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Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka was in majestic form, hitting a brilliant unbeaten 100 to condemn Australia to defeat and all but end their hopes of reaching the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup.

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February 16, 2026 at 8:04 PM
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Brilliant century by Pathum Nissanka takes Sri Lanka to the Super 8s & leaves Australia on the brink of elimination.

At one stage Australia were 104/0 in the 9th over.

But they collapsed to 181 all out & Sri Lanka won by 8 wickets.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
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February 16, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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Thriling finish in Pallekele with Sri Lanka chasing 182 to beat Australia in crucial game.

Australia will definitely be eliminated if they lose & Zimbabwe beat Ireland tomorrow. Sri Lanka would qualify.

Climax live now on 5 Sports Extra & @BBCSounds.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
A Sri Lankan cricketer, Kusal Mendis, wearing a dark blue jersey with yellow and orange accents, raises a cricket bat in celebration during a match. He is wearing a helmet with a logo and protective gear, standing on a green cricket field with a blurred background of trees and fans.
February 16, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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Sri Lanka making a good start chasing 182 to beat Australia in crucial clash.

@AaronFinch5 looking a little nervous.

Commentary continues on 5 Sports Extra & @BBCSounds.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
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February 16, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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England were given a major fright by Italy but secured a place in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup ✅
Two England cricket players in red uniforms with white caps stand facing each other. One player smiles while the other looks off to the side.
February 16, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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What a catch from Jos Buttler 🤩
February 16, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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Getting nervous yet?

Italy going well in their run chase against England at Eden Gardens.

Commentary continues on 5 Sports Extra & @BBCSounds

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
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February 16, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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Andrea Bocelli's message to Italy after singing his song on the team bus 💙
February 16, 2026 at 8:01 PM
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England set 202/7 thanks to unbeaten 53 from Will Jacks.

England need to win to guarantee they reach the Super 8s.

The Italy run chase is on 5 Sports Extra & @BBCSounds NOW.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
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February 16, 2026 at 8:01 PM
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England lose a 5th wicket with Italy enjoying themselves at Eden Gardens.

England 105/5 in the 13th.

Commentary from Kolkata continues on 5 Sports Extra & @BBCSounds

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
A cricket match is in progress at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, India, with players visible on the field and spectators seated in the stands. Tall stadium lights and scoreboards are visible behind the field, with branding for the T20 World Cup.
February 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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England lose early wicket against Italy as @josbuttler continues his poor start @T20WorldCup.

He’s out for 3.

Commentary continues on 5 Sports Extra & @BBCSounds.

#BBCCricket #T20WorldCup
A cricket player wearing an England uniform and helmet walks away from the wicket, holding a cricket bat and gloves. He appears dejected as he exits the field during a T20 World Cup match.
February 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM