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BLOG | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: ‘It’s time to rewrite the narrative of women's cricket.'

Beth Barrett-Wild, Tournament Director and ECB Women's Professional Game Director, looks ahead to opportunities that the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 brings to cricket in England and Wales.

Room to belong: new sensory room at Derbyshire is making match days more accessible

BLOG | “It’s important to have a female coach… be a role model for others.”

Oxfordshire Cricket community cricket officer Charlotte Jennings reflects on her journey to become an ECB Coach Developer with support from The Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund.

Good eggs: Easter cricket a hit in Southall

Middlesex in the Community helped to deliver Holiday Activity and Food programmes to children during the Easter break.

Alex Wharf ready for new chapter on ICC Elite Panel of Umpires

The former England international has been elevated to the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires for 2025/26.

Canterbury Academy: the state school with an enviable cricket programme

Adam Hopkins, from Wisden Cricket Monthly Magazine, chats to David Fulton about his coaching role at Canterbury Academy, a state comprehensive with a cricket academy rivalling private schools

ECB Test Match and White Ball Match Charity Partnerships announced

England stars join local clubs for a record-breaking Get Set Weekend powered by Toyota

This year's weekend focused on the volunteers that make recreational cricket clubs great with the Cricket Paper's Adam Hopkins meeting Tracy Bailey from Wythenshawe CC in south Manchester.

BLOG: Celebrating World Autism Day: finding peace in cricket

Recreational cricket player, Andrew Edwards from Chirk CC, shares his experiences and explains how cricket clubs can be more welcoming to those with autism.

Evie Ashton wins coveted Young Journalist award

The 14th ECB Domestic Cricket Journalism Awards were presented during the Domestic Season Launch at Lord's.

Trent Bridge marks Ramadan with community iftar

How cricket helped transform the life of 12-year-old Jacob

Cricket has become a life-changing force for 12-year-old Jacob, who was born with Spina Bifida. With the support of the Surrey Cricket Foundation (SCF) and the Lord’s Taverners Super 1s Disability Cricket Programme, the sport has ignited a newfound confidence in Jacob, opening doors he never thought previously possible.

From ACE Academy to Sussex: How Troy Henry earned his opportunity

New rookie Sussex spinner Troy Henry says professional cricket is increasingly open to young players from all backgrounds.

Durham Women FC & Durham Cricket working together to pursue new state-of-the-art facility for elite women’s sport

Surrey Cricket Foundation's significant year of growth

BLOG: "TAPA MATH HONE DE" (Don’t let the ball bounce)

Archie Kalyana from BBC Sport Cricket recounts her recent trip to India, documenting the impact of the game on women and girls, from the children in underserved neighbourhoods to the elite sportswomen of the year

Chance to Shine launches 2025 Impact Report

Over 450 guests gather at Lord’s for first community Open Iftar at the cricket ground

England men's cricketer Saqib Mahmood and The Baroness Gohir OBE were among the attendees on an extraordinary evening of unity and connection.

Empowering women in cricket: how three inspirational leaders are transforming the game

This International Women’s Day, we look at three cricketing pioneers recognised by the Metro Bank Champion of Girls’ Cricket award.

How Cricket Wales are using the Welsh language to grow cricket

Cricket Wales made a successful decision three years ago on St David's Day to increase the use of the Welsh language to help grow the game.

Sut mae Criced Cymru yn defnyddio'r Gymraeg i dyfu’r gamp

Somerset finding unique ways to attract more girls into cricket

The Somerset Cricket Foundation works with local state schools and clubs to ensure a welcoming environment and removing fears about trying something new, with initiatives such as ‘Glow In The Dark Cricket’, a winter Girls Training Programme as well as the new mindfulness sessions.

Interested in umpiring? Women and girls urged to join free, female-only Umpire Networking and Development workshops

Female cricket has exploded in recent years. Now opportunities are growing to be part of the action – as an umpire!

Shared love of cricket: How Gloucestershire is helping Afghan refugees in Bristol

“It’s hard to imagine what it’s like for these guys, resettled to a new city and a country you’ve never been to before, away from everything that is familiar. Initially there were language barriers and cultural barriers, but we worked through them and supplied something they could be part of."

Leicestershire to expand support for young people with SEND

The Leicestershire and Rutland Cricket Foundation is helping make a difference to the lives of young people with SEND.

Women’s Leadership Development Program concludes with transformational final residential weekend

The Women’s Leadership Development Programme has successfully completed its first edition, delivering an innovative and immersive leadership experience for female coaches in cricket.

From first British born Black cricketer to play for England to first Black President of Gloucestershire: David 'Syd' Lawrence’s journey from playing legend to changemaker

Our Changemakers have been drawn from right across the game from the grassroots to the very pinnacle of the sport, and there is no doubt which category David Lawrence falls into as a pioneer on the field during his career and once again off the field in his role at Gloucestershire where he is still leading the way despite the cruellest of diseases.

Mady Villiers: “A trophy is definitely achievable this year.”

Durham Cricket’s international all-rounder reflects on her new club’s preparations ahead of the upcoming season.

Cam Bancroft: “Every team has a match winner. That’s what makes the Blast so special.”

After triumphing in 2024, Gloucestershire’s opening batter can’t wait to help his side defend its Vitality Blast title.