John Davison

Nathan Lyon's 2011 Test debut against Sri Lanka in Galle was promising, but over the years the subcontinent hasn't be much of a happy hunting ground for the 29-year-old-finger spinner.

Italy's cricket team achieved a historic maiden T20 World Cup victory by defeating Nepal by 10 wickets. Head coach John Davison hopes this landmark win will gain significant media attention back home, potentially overshadowing the Winter Olympics. Stand-in captain Harry Manenti highlighted the team's unique passion and the importance of such exposure for developing cricket in Italy.

Italy captain Wayne Madsen is likely to miss the rest of the T20 World Cup league stage after dislocating his shoulder while fielding against Scotland. Coach John Davison said scans will determine his return but called it “doubtful.” Despite the setback, Italy showed fight in the chase, and Davison hopes Madsen can still travel with the team and help as part of the coaching staff.

Canada’s name may not be echoing big at present but if Banwarilal Sennik is to be believed, Cricket Canada has set in motion plans to take the game to the next level in the country.

Italy's cricket team is making its T20 World Cup debut against Scotland at Eden Gardens, a moment skipper Wayne Madsen admits will bring nerves. Despite playing on artificial wickets back home, the Italians are confident after winning practice matches. Coach John Davison noted the good batting pitch, a contrast to their usual surfaces.

A list of the top-ten oldest Twenty20 International debutants.

As the SCG wicket is expected to help the spinners, Glenn Maxwell says he was ready to play the role of frontline spinner for Australia in World Cup semifinal against India.

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A World Cup ton is a big milestone in any cricketer's career and Shaiman Anwar of UAE joined a select band of unlikely centurions who surprised everybody.

"Kohli is one of the best players in the world. He is obviously the head of the snake if you want to put it in Dale Steyn's terms. So it's quite pleasing to take Kohli's wicket," Nathan Lyon said after first day's play.

Nathan Lyon has hurt the ego of Indian batsmen, proud to be brought up on a spin diet, for almost a decade now. In a way, he has led the campaign of exposing the frailties of Indian batsmen against spin on away tours.

In the 44-year history of the World Cup, Sachin Tendulkar and Javed Miandad hold the record for most number of appearances for their team. However there are also a few players that have represented two different teams at the tournament. Here's a look at the players who have this unique record.

Italy’s relationship with cricket stretches over two centuries, from British sailors in Naples to the 2026 T20 World Cup ahead of us. Cricket in Italy is a sport shaped by history, politics and world wars. The sport has survived through quiet revivals and on February 9, at the iconic Eden Gardens, it now stands on the brink of a defining moment.

With just 10 teams jousting for supremacy, the 'world' is missing from the World Cup, as the ICC limits the World Cup to just 10 teams for the moment. The decision, taken by the ICC at a time when the world body was being run by India, England and Australia, serves as a poor advertisement for a sport that is now putting up its hand for participation in the Olympics.

Jaspreet Singh was born in India, drives an Uber in England and plays international cricket for Italy. A look at the travels and travails of a journeyman who cannot wait to play in the T20 World Cup in India next year