Cricket News Roundup: Match Results, Upcoming Games & ICC Standings — June 11, 2026
TL;DR: The cricket schedule is quite full heading into the middle of June 2026. England bested New Zealand by 115 runs in their first Test at Lord’s, Ben Stokes has been sidelined due to a nightclub incident inquiry, India is preparing for an ODI series versus Afghanistan commencing June 13, and Mohammed Shami’s hat-trick in the Bengal T20 League has sparked renewed discussion about national team selection.
The international cricket schedule is currently in a busy period, with Test matches, limited-overs series, and multi-format tournaments happening simultaneously across various continents. This summary compiles the most important recent outcomes, future matchups, current ICC team rankings, and significant off-field events impacting the sport as of June 11, 2026.
Recent Match Results
India vs. Afghanistan — Test Match
India triumphed over Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs, achieving one of the most commanding victories recorded in the current Test series duration. This result solidified India’s strong standing entering the forthcoming ODI series against the same opponent.
Bangladesh vs. Australia — T20I
Bangladesh achieved victory against Australia by 86 runs using the DLS method. This outcome is a noteworthy achievement for the Bangladesh team, which continues to display its competitive prowess in the shorter formats of the game.
England vs. New Zealand — 1st Test (Lord’s)
England defeated New Zealand by 115 runs at Lord’s Cricket Ground in a match that was significant not only for its result but also for the subsequent controversies. The outcome set the scene for a leadership change that has since dominated cricket news in England.
Upcoming Fixtures — June 11–14, 2026
The following games are set to take place across international and multi-format competitions:
- June 11 — Bangladesh vs. Australia (T20I series continues)
- June 12 — West Indies vs. Sri Lanka
- June 12 — England Women vs. Sri Lanka Women
- June 13 — India vs. Afghanistan ODI series begins (3-match series)
- June 14 — India Women vs. Pakistan Women — ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 match between India Women and Pakistan Women is expected to attract substantial viewership given the long-standing rivalry between the two nations in major tournaments.
ICC Team Rankings — June 2026
Test Rankings
India holds the top spot in the ICC Men’s Test Team Rankings, a position they’ve maintained since February 2022 and kept following their victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 earlier this year (as per the ICC’s May 5, 2026 update).
ODI Rankings
According to a Facebook post referencing the ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings as of June 9, 2026, England is presently at the forefront of the ODI rankings, trailed by India, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
T20I Rankings
India maintains its leading position in the ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings based on the May 5, 2026 update, having clinched the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 title this year. England stands in second place, with Australia in third.
Note: ICC rankings are subject to change after each completed series. Interested readers should refer to the official ICC website for the most up-to-date standings.
Notable Cricket News — Week of June 8–11, 2026
Ben Stokes Sidelined After Nightclub Incident; Joe Root Appointed Interim Captain
England captain Ben Stokes has been removed from the national squad for the 2nd Test against New Zealand, scheduled to start on June 17 at the Kia Oval. Fast bowler Gus Atkinson has also been excluded. Both players are currently under investigation following an alleged confrontation with 21-year-old rugby player Totoa Auvaa at a nightclub on the evening England secured victory in the Lord’s Test.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed the decision in an official statement: “In light of the ongoing investigation, Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson have not been made available for selection for the Rothesay 2nd Test against New Zealand.”
In a significant move regarding leadership, Joe Root has been appointed interim captain, ahead of designated vice-captain Harry Brook — who himself was previously involved in a separate nightclub incident during England’s tour of New Zealand. Root returns to the Test captaincy for the first time in four years, having relinquished the role in March 2022 after a series defeat in the West Indies. Root holds the record for the most Test appearances (64) and wins (27) as England’s Test captain.
Jofra Archer and Jordan Cox have been brought back into the squad to replace the excluded players.
Babar Azam Left Out of Asian Games 2026 Squad
Pakistan has excluded Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi from the squad announced for the Asian Games 2026. These omissions represent a notable selection choice by the Pakistan Cricket Board, with no official statement yet provided to explain the reasoning.
Mohammed Shami’s Hat-Trick Sparks India Comeback Discussion
Mohammed Shami delivered a match-defining performance for Siliguri Strikers in the Bengal T20 League, claiming a hat-trick against Rarh Tigers to conclude with figures of 4/27 from his four overs. Shami dismissed Shahbaz Ahmed in the 16th over, then took the wickets of Rohit Kumar and Dipanjan Mukherjee on consecutive deliveries to complete his hat-trick.
This performance has reignited discussions surrounding the 35-year-old’s absence from India’s national squad. Shami has not represented India in ODI or Test matches since the Champions Trophy final in March 2025. Throughout the domestic season, Shami secured 47 wickets in 16 games — including 20 in the Ranji Trophy, 16 in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, and 11 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
Chief selector Ajit Agarkar commented on the situation during the announcement of the squad for the Afghanistan series: “From what we’ve been informed… at this point, he is considered ready for T20 cricket. Therefore, there was no discussion regarding him.”
These remarks suggest that workload management and long-term fitness considerations continue to influence selection decisions, with India’s management focusing on developing a pace-bowling unit geared towards the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Ishan Kishan Returns for India’s Afghanistan ODI Series
India has unveiled their squad for the three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, which commences on June 13. Ishan Kishan makes a return to the squad, with the wicketkeeper-batter being one of the key talking points of the selection announcement. Kishan is being considered for the number three batting position due to the unavailability of Virat Kohli because of an injury.
