Golf Today • 6th October 2025

“I’m like every other ten handicap” – Wayne Gretzky on a wonderful week in St Andrews

At last, a full day’s play at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. St Andrews is back to its beautiful best, with difficult but playable winds in clear conditions, making for the perfect test of links golf.
Robert MacIntyre claimed yet another win in his home country, courtesy of a majestic display of golf, bending the golf ball faultlessly to his will. A hat-trick of 66s (-6) saw the local lad win comfortably in the end, besting his playing partner, Tyrell Hatton, by four shots to take the ti...

Golf Today • 5th October 2025

“Whatever I’m doing is working” – Team Europe continue to dominate at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

Robert MacIntyre has been crowned as champion of this year’s Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, flawlessly maintaining momentum from his triumphant week at Bethpage Black. The flying Scotsman is in sensational form, finishing 18 under par across three fiendishly difficult days of golf.
Tyrell Hatton, Tommy Fleetwood, and Matt Fitzpatrick joined their Ryder Cup teammate in the quick turnaround from their heroics in New York, as Team Europe continued their dominant history at the Dunhill. MacIntyr...

Golf Today • 4th October 2025

No use “sitting there and complaining about it” – Patrick Reed on the challenges of links golf

The third day at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship was halted once again by the fiendish Storm Amy. Barely 15 minutes into the already delayed shotgun starts, the call was made to suspend play. Last year’s Championship was a sight to behold, as we were treated to glorious sunshine and gentle breezes, providing the perfect week for golfing. This week could not be more different, and the players have had to work harder than ever to post competitive scores.
Golf Today spoke to one man who appre...

Golf Today • 3rd October 2025

Fitzpatrick in fine form as Storm Amy strikes at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

Storm Amy has officially arrived in St Andrews, forcing a suspension of play around 4.30 pm, with a number of groups still out on the course. Heading into the weekend, local lad Robert McIntyre shares the lead with Richard Sterne, after back-to-back rounds of 66 (-6), impressing today in torrential rain and high winds.
Golf Today ventured out from St Andrew’s this morning, paying a visit to the breathtaking Kingsbarns. A trip to the driving range presented us with a plethora of world-class golfe...

Golf Today • 2nd October 2025

“We mean business” – Piers Morgan gets off to a flyer at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship is underway, with most of the harsh weather that was forecast holding off to produce a low-scoring day at the top of the leaderboard. The competition has entered its 40th year, and is a season highlight for many of the pros, attracting a multitude of A-list celebrities who are able to compete as amateur golfers.
The Dunhill (as it is better known) runs simultaneously as a Pro Tournament and a Pro-Am event, with all 168 professional golfers paired with an ama...

Golf Today • 2nd October 2025

Piers Morgan: “Disgusting” American fans made Europe play better

It’s a new week in the world of golf, but the main topic of contention is still very much the same. The American fans took it too far during last week’s Ryder Cup; that much is obvious to anyone. The insults and jeers hurled at the European team, from behind the ropes, outraged players and fans alike, including Piers Morgan.
Ahead of his return to the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, Golf Today chatted to the man who deals in spades when it comes to controversy.
Morgan seems to have hit the na...

Golf Today • 30th September 2025

Inside Tips from Kingsbarns Caddie Master Ahead of the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

What a week. The Fairytale of New York, signed and sealed in utterly dramatic fashion. Captain Donald and his determined twelve will return home as heroes, back-to-back Ryder Cup victors, having conquered team USA and their vexatious Bethpage Patrons in a spectacle of team golf. 15-13 and a historic finish — what a way to banish the disaster of Whistling Straits into distant memory.
This week, it’s a chance to unwind, as the pros head to St Andrews for the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, from...

Guerilla Cricket • 22nd September 2025

Thick-skinned Baker will not be deterred by worst possible start to international career - Guerilla Cricket

“Markram obviously fancied a piece and got a few away, and he's a very, very good player. Not the best I've bowled, but looking back at my areas, there was a ball at 89mph, a little bit above top of leg stump, and he hit me over square leg for six. I was like, ‘Hmm, OK, fair enough.’”

Guerilla Cricket • 21st September 2025

England claim comfortable series win as Cox continues Hundred form - Guerilla Cricket

A player of the tournament award in last month’s Hundred was enough to earn the explosive top-order batter a late call-up for the Ireland tour. Having scored 367 runs at an average of 61.16, striking at 173 for the Oval Invincibles, it was a mystery as to why he was not included in England’s side for the first T20, earlier this week. With Sam Curran away for personal reasons, Cox finally got his chance - and there was only one way that he was going to play.

Guerilla Cricket • 17th September 2025

Explosive Salt makes light work of chase as Bethell begins captaincy with convincing win - Guerilla Cricket

Any concerns that Ireland were ahead of the game at the halfway stage, having posted 196-3, were quickly put to rest by the inevitably destructive opening partnership of Salt and Jos Butler, bringing up their 50 stand after just 18 balls.

Guerilla Cricket • 16th September 2025

“Underprepared” Ireland will need things to go their way in Malahide Showdown - Guerilla Cricket

“Anytime we've done well on our own shores is when we catch a team off guard fractionally, either with the pace of the wicket or just the length that we're bowling or what balls to hit. That's where we need to be. We need to be right at our best first ball.”

Guerilla Cricket • 16th September 2025

Bethell ready to make history as England face final hurdle before huge winter - Guerilla Cricket

The Barbados-born left-hander appeared fit and relaxed as he spoke to the press, jovially responding to a question about what kind of captain he will be, with the simple answer of “A very young one”. Upon further probing, the soon-to-be skipper stressed that his main focus is on player-management

TheCricketer • 30th May 2025

Stunning Karun Nair century pushes selection case as sorry Lions take punishment | The Cricketer

Welcome to www.thecricketer.com - the online home of the world’s oldest cricket magazine. Breaking news, interviews, opinion and cricket goodness from every corner of our beautiful sport, from village green to national arena.

Welcome to www.thecricketer.com - the online home of the world’s oldest cricket magazine. Breaking news, interviews, opinion and cricket goodness from every corner of our beautiful sport, from village green to national arena.

Guerilla Cricket • 29th May 2025

England enjoy a dream start to Brook era, as West Indies show a saddening gulf in class - Guerilla Cricket

Ruthless. A word that England’s red ball captain shakes his head at, and yet at first examination, a word that befits England’s 50-over side under their new captain, Harry Brook. A 238-run margin of victory against the West Indies – ruthless. Scoring 400 runs having been put into bat on a cloudy day – ruthless. Taking 10 wickets inside of 26 overs – ruthless. Speaking for the first time as a fully-fledged England captain back at the beginning of April, Brook stated that “I just want us to play w...

Guerilla Cricket • 29th May 2025

Bethell shines as dominant England reach the 400-mark at Edgbaston - Guerilla Cricket

England are in control here at Edgbaston after contributions from all of the top order saw them reach 400-8 at the innings break.Fresh off the plane from the IPL, Jacob Bethell starred for the hosts, combining a stylish defense with a fantastic display of hitting in the latter overs to finish with 82 off 53 deliveries. Having been the topic of much discussion over the past few weeks, the Bajan-born allrounder expertly continued his rapid induction into international cricket, clearing the boundar...

Guerilla Cricket • 24th May 2025

Bashir takes career-best figures as England claim inevitable victory on Day 3 - Guerilla Cricket

England have begun their Test-match summer as most would’ve expected, with a comprehensive victory against Zimbabwe, by an innings and 45 runs.It was Shoaib Bashir who starred in the third and final day at Trent Bridge, ending with his career best figures of 6-81 in 18 overs.Zimbabwe show fight but not enough on Day 3The overcasts this morning suggested that England would wrap things up without fuss, with Zimbabwe already 2 wickets down heading into the day. Sean Williams continued his onslaught...

Cricket District • 9th April 2025

The Cricket District Premier League - Bridging the gap between state and private school Cricket

There is no denying that participation in state-school cricket has declined in recent years. Not only has engagement faltered, but the lack of state-schooled cricketers in the professional game suggests that the standard of the development of these schoolkids, in terms of facilities and coaches, has diminished significantly. A Report by the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket was released in June of 2023, reflecting the enormity of the divide between state and private schools in cricket...

TheCricketer • 15th March 2025

Sam Cook interview: Ashes hopes, Kookaburra excellence and an Australian winter | The Cricketer

HECTOR VICKERS: The Essex seamer continues to be overlooked by his country but his excellence with the Kookaburra ball keeps the door ajar ahead of the Ashes in Australia

HECTOR VICKERS: The Essex seamer continues to be overlooked by his country but his excellence with the Kookaburra ball keeps the door ajar ahead of the Ashes in Australia

Wisden • 24th January 2025

Five Players England Women Could Turn To Following Ashes Defeat

Now 10-0 down in the multi-format series with only the final T20I and one-off Test yet to play, England haven't won an Ashes game in any format in Australia since 2018, and last held the Ashes in 2014. That win down-under over 10 years ago featured several players who part of the current set-up, and who will be in their late thirties by the time England next embark on an away Ashes tour. Over the next four years in between the two series, new faces will transition into a side alongside the young...

Wisden • 22nd January 2025

England Watch: How Are All 78 English Players Faring In Franchise Cricket So Far This Winter?

The Derbyshire bowler spent the lead-up to Christmas with the Rangpur Riders, in the Global Super League. After an impressive five-for on debut, Chappell failed to defend the Riders' total of 12, bowling in a super over against Hampshire. He went on to take a further two wickets as the Riders beat Victoria by 56 runs to win the GSL. Graham Clark has enjoyed a superb start to 2025, playing for Chittagong Kings in the Bangladesh Premier League. Top scores of 40, 60, and a whirlwind 101 off 50 ball...

Wisden • 22nd January 2025

2024 In Review: 10 Funniest Cricket Moments Of 2024

Watch: Joe Root laughs after Shoaib Bashir tries to review clean bowled dismissal Strong start for obvious reasons, purely for the look of determination on Bashir’s face as he instantly called for DRS not knowing that he had just been clean bowled by Ravindra Jadeja. Series gone, games gone, but Bashir is on 13, and he’s adamant that he hasn’t hit this one. Read: Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas collide on-field during debutant's eye-catching onslaught Sam Konstas’ breakthrough into the Australia sid...

Wisden • 20th January 2025

Five Bonkers Things That Happened To England In 2024

England vice-captain, Ollie Pope, is the epitome of a ‘team player’. Throughout 2024, Pope has opened the batting, batted No.3, No.6, kept wicket, vice-captained, and captained England. He assumed the captaincy for the Sri Lanka series over the summer after Ben Stokes was sidelined with yet another hamstring injury, leading England to a 2-1 series win. What the scorecards won’t tell you though, is that Pope opted to use the DRS system 13 times that series... and failed 13 times. He didn’t even h...

Guerilla Cricket • 17th December 2024

England trampled on Day 4, but there are many positives to take away from a busy 2024 - Guerilla Cricket

England could not muster any form of a comeback on Day 4 at Seddon Park, capitulating to a 423-run loss, having been bowled out for 234 – recording their 4th heaviest ever defeat by runs, and providing New Zealand with a record margin of victory.Jacob Bethell and Joe Root began the day in dependable fashion, combining for a 104-run stand, before Root was trapped LBW by man of the match, Mitchell Santner. Root’s 54 was perhaps one of his less convincing half-centuries – dropped on 20, surviving 2...

Guerilla Cricket • 16th December 2024

Stokes hobbles off injured as embarrassing England put to the sword by Williamson - Guerilla Cricket

England end an embarrassing day of cricket on 18-2, trailing New Zealand by a staggering 640 runs. Kane Williamson’s effortless knock of 156 will be overshadowed by a worrying injury to the English captain.Ben Stokes limped off the field midway through the third over of his first spell of the day, causing considerable concern for English fans.The England captain bowled a shorter delivery to Rachin Ravindra in the 56th over of the innings, and had already begun his journey back to the dugout befo...