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Aaron McNicholas is the editor and a writer for ReadCricket. With several years of experience in sports journalism, he has contributed to organisations including Cricket Ireland, England Handball, Cricket World and Golf Today. A self-described inconsistent, loopy, leg spinner, Aaron has enjoyed far greater success writing about the game than playing it. Today, he specialises in cricket journalism, combining insight with a deep passion for the sport. Away from the keyboard, Aaron is often found behind the lens of a camera, capturing moments in Sport and wildlife photography.
Tim David’s strike rate has become the defining number in modern IPL batting. Among all players to have faced more than 500 balls in the competition, Tim David sits alone at the top, combining longevity with explosive output in a way few have managed. Across 54 matches and 548 deliveries, he has scored 979 runs […]
At a glance This MI vs PBKS preview sets the stage for a high-scoring encounter in IPL 2026, with Mumbai Indians under pressure to revive their campaign and Punjab Kings arriving as one of the most in-form sides in the competition. The Wankhede Stadium continues to favour batters, with pace and bounce offering ideal conditions […]
At a glance Gloucestershire’s difficult opening to the County Championship season has drawn a frank assessment from head coach Mark Alleyne, who admits results have fallen well below expectations but insists there is no sense of panic within the camp. Gloucestershire’s disastrous Championship start raises early alarm bells Two heavy defeats have left the side […]
At a glance Two years on from a record-breaking evening, the batting revolution in the Indian Premier League continues to gather pace, with Sunrisers Hyderabad firmly at the centre of it all. The highest ever IPL score remains a benchmark of modern T20 dominance and a symbol of how far the format has evolved. On […]
At a glacne Chennai Super Kings produced a confident display to secure back-to-back victories for the first time since April 2024, overcoming Kolkata Knight Riders by 32 runs in a composed all-round performance at Chepauk. Set a target of 193, Kolkata never truly found their rhythm and finished on 160 for 7, as Chennai combined […]
This RCB vs LSG preview sets the stage for a high-scoring IPL 2026 encounter, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru returning to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in formidable touch as defending champions and Lucknow Super Giants seeking a much-needed lift from their batting unit. The fixture marks the first of three consecutive home games in Bengaluru across […]
From the outset, Somerset have carried a distinct identity. Formed in 1875 after a fixture in Sidmouth, the club began as a wandering side, taking cricket across the county before settling in Taunton. That eventual home by the River Tone would grow into one of the most recognisable grounds in the country, a place where […]
The Pakistan Super League has taken firm disciplinary action against Zimbabwe pace bowler Blessing Muzarabani, handing him a two-year suspension that will keep him out of the competition until 2029. The Blessing Muzarabani PSL ban follows his decision to step away from an agreed move in favour of a more lucrative opportunity elsewhere. The move […]
A new name has burst into the Indian Premier League spotlight and it comes with a story that reads like a dream debut. Praful Hinge, a relatively unknown quick from Vidarbha, has announced himself on the biggest T20 stage with a spell that will be talked about for years. Signed by Sunrisers Hyderabad for ₹30 […]
At a glance Yorkshire County Cricket Club have moved swiftly to reinforce their squad, announcing the Hasan Ali Yorkshire signing for this season’s Vitality Blast campaign. The Pakistan international seamer steps in following an untimely setback for the county. Naveen Ul-Haq was ruled out due to injury before linking up with the White Rose. While […]
Sunrisers Hyderabad delivered a commanding performance to halt Rajasthan Royals’ winning surge, powered by a remarkable debut from Praful Hinge and a clinical all-round display at home. Riding on a fluent 91 from Ishan Kishan, Hyderabad posted a daunting 216 for 6 before dismantling the Royals for 159 to seal a comprehensive 57-run victory. While […]
South Africa Women will take on India Women in a five match T20 international series later this month, as the Proteas continue their build up to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with a key home assignment against one of the game’s strongest sides. The contest, set to run from 17 to 27 April, marks […]