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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.
At a glance England and New Zealand head into next month’s Women’s T20 World Cup with questions answered and new ones emerging after a rain-disrupted ODI series that offered flashes of promise on both sides. The three-match contest ended level after New Zealand edged the opener in Cardiff by 17 runs via the DLS method […]
At a glance The ICC is preparing for another crucial round of discussions over the future of the World Test Championship with senior officials set to revisit proposals that could reshape Test cricket over the coming years. The governing body’s chief executives committee will hold a virtual meeting on May 21 before ICC board members […]
At a glance Virat Kohli has delivered a firm message about his future in one-day cricket, insisting he has no interest in fighting to justify his place in India’s squad ahead of the 2027 Cricket World Cup. The former India captain, still regarded as one of the finest ODI batters the game has produced, said […]
At a glance England’s next wave of fast-bowling talent will be placed firmly under the spotlight later this month after the England Lions unveiled a youthful squad for two four-day clashes against South Africa A. Among the names generating the strongest buzz are Sussex seamer Henry Crocombe and Lancashire quick Mitchell Stanley with both bowlers […]
At a glance Bangladesh head into the second Test against Pakistan with belief surging through the dressing room and momentum firmly at their backs. After a commanding victory in Dhaka, the hosts are embracing a bold new identity in red-ball cricket and Pakistan now find themselves under growing pressure to respond. The transformation in Bangladesh’s […]
At a glance Royal Challengers Bengaluru have moved swiftly to fill the void left by Nuwan Thushara, signing experienced England seamer Richard Gleeson ahead of the IPL 2026 season. The franchise confirmed Gleeson as a replacement for the Sri Lankan fast bowler after Thushara was unable to join the squad due to a No-Objection Certificate […]
At a glance On this day in 2017, Indian women’s cricket witnessed a landmark moment that rewrote the record books in spectacular fashion. In Potchefstroom, Deepti Sharma and Punam Raut produced an extraordinary opening partnership against Ireland. That stand remains one of the defining innings in the history of women’s One-Day Internationals. The pair stitched […]
At a glance Hampshire have moved swiftly to bolster their squad by signing South African all-rounder Delano Potgieter on a short-term contract covering the next phase of the County Championship season and the Vitality Blast. The 29-year-old arrives at the Utilita Bowl during a testing period for the club following Liam Dawson’s retirement from red-ball […]
At a glance Teen prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has taken another significant step in his rapid rise after earning a place in the India A squad for next month’s tri-series in Sri Lanka. The talented batter, regarded as one of the brightest young prospects in Indian cricket, has been included in the 15-member squad for the […]
At a glance The County Championship season continues to throw up twists for fantasy managers and this week’s edition of ‘The Cricket Draft’ is shaping up to be another fascinating balancing act between form, reputation and risk. James Rew faces growing pressure at the top One of the biggest talking points surrounds young Somerset batter […]
At a glance Australian captain Pat Cummins has firmly dismissed reports suggesting leading Australian players are preparing to turn their backs on the Big Bash League in favour of South Africa’s SA20 competition. In an unusually direct response on social media, Cummins rejected claims that he was spearheading a player push to pressure Cricket Australia […]
At a glance Virat Kohli etched his name deeper into cricket history with a breathtaking unbeaten century that carried Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six wicket win against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026 on Wednesday. The RCB talisman became the first Indian and only the sixth batter in the world to cross 14,000 runs […]