Raising the Game

Country’s second all-weather cricket dome opens, boosting access for state school children

Meet Mohammad Tanvir Ahamed the heartbeat behind London Tigers - a club for everyone

Scott Oliver takes a trip to West London to visit the home of London Tigers, a “club for everyone” where their burgeoning on-field success is only part of the story.

Beyond the Boundary: how Initial and the ECB are helping to normalise periods in sport

Sian Walkling, Head of Marketing for Initial Washroom Hygiene UK and Ireland, shares her thoughts on how the partnership between the ECB and Initial is bringing period dignity to the world of sport.

Blog: “You can see their eyes light up when they realise cricket is a game for them, too.”

Meg Lewis, winner of the 2024 Metro Bank Champion of Girls Cricket Award for Cumbria and the recently appointed Women’s and Girls’ Development Officer for Cumbria Cricket, says female cricket has never been stronger.

Cricket domes to bring year-round sport to communities

Government invests in state-of-the-art facilities in Luton and Lancashire

Hawks Fest provides opportunities to Hampshire youngsters

"Some of the kids who started out playing softball and tapeball when we started this are now out playing men’s club cricket. There is that progression there for them "- Danielle Ransley, Lord’s Taverners Wicketz

Olivia Robinson: "The more I played cricket, the more I forgot those dark thoughts"

Former Worcestershire pathway player, Olivia Robinson, has embarked on a journey from Land's End to John o' Groats to raise funds for Chance to Shine, crediting cricket to giving her life back.

KP Snacks and The Hundred celebrate partnership renewal with opening of 100th community cricket pitch

SACA captain Shaariq Sheikh ready to impress against Pakistan Shaheens

Captain Shaariq Sheikh has lauded the depth of the South Asian Cricket Academy programme and believes players outside their first XI are good enough to earn county contracts.

Sussex partner with Sixes to grow LGBTQ+ participation

Sussex CCC held a Pride Inclusivity Match and Sixes Bar cricket taster sessions for members of the LGBTQ+ community.

A Day for Thorpey at the Kia Oval Test

Cricket legend Graham Thorpe to be honoured at Kia Oval Test Match for “A Day for Thorpey” in support of Mind.

BLOG: "I felt entirely at home, British and Indian. No division."

As we enter South Asian Heritage Month, Archie Kalyana, broadcaster, filmmaker and BBC cricket’s diversity producer, shares the joys and complexities of being a British Indian cricket lover

Five ways your cricket club can conserve water during dry weather

To help recreational cricket clubs we have provided FIVE things you can do to help conserve water and ensure safe pitches.

Seeing is Believing: Metro Bank and ECB launch new drive to increase visibility of women’s and girls’ cricket

Metro Bank and the ECB are today launching a new catalogue of photographs with Getty Images, to increase representation and inspire the next generation to take up women’s and girls’ cricket

Take Her Lead's The Rookie is back for The Hundred 2025!

Hear from past Rookie's and find out how to apply to become part of one of The Hundred team's this year.

Transplant Ashes shows the wonders of a second innings

‘We’re here to show the overall benefits of organ donation, and how well it can work’ - England and Wales Transplant CC captain Adam Phillips.

England players share what inclusive teams and great leadership means to them

Want to build a team where everyone feels welcome and can thrive? Our England players share what inclusive teams and great leadership means to them – and how you can bring the same energy to your own club. Check out simple tips that make a big difference 👉 https://edicontenthub.ecb.co.uk/videos/7hJulM

Kettleborough proud to break England Test record of idol Shepherd

Richard Kettleborough will surpass his original umpiring mentor the late David Shepherd's record of 92 on-field Test by an England umpire in Grenada this week.

Northumberland club raises funds for refugees

Percy Main CC celebrated Refugee Week with a charity cricket match

Edwards: Cricket is 'best-kept secret' in disability sport

England Learning Disability captain Chris Edwards has thrown his support behind Mixed Disability cricket following the success of the series against India.

County Cricket Day: a quiet game it’s time to shout about

Find out more about County Cricket Day.

Blog: "The arrival of the women’s team has been a shot in the arm for the club."

Juliet Callaghan shares her personal experience of her first steps into cricket, at Mayfield Cricket Club.

BLOG: “You think I’m joking, but so many studios and networks rejected Bend It Like Beckham”

On the eve of the England Women vs India Women series, the ECB has launched a blockbuster film trailer directed by acclaimed British-Indian filmmaker Gurinder Chadha – the brains behind box-office smash Bend It Like Beckham – showcasing the drama and rivalry between the two teams. In our latest blog, Gurinder talks about her inspiration behind the trailer, how women’s sport has evolved since Keira Knightly and Parminder Nagra put on the Hounslow Harriers shirt and the importance of cricket for British South-Asians.

England Cricket partners with Bend It Like Beckham director to create film trailer for England v India series

Gurinder Chadha has created a blockbuster film trailer to preview the three England v India series taking place this summer.

“Every child involved will remember this day for the rest of their lives.”

Ian Gregory, Schools Programme Manager at Chance to Shine, reflects on a world-record-breaking day at Lord’s that saw 943 children take part in the world’s biggest cricket coaching session.

Gabi Brown: 'The best umpires have the calmest presence'

Umpire Gabi Brown reflects on her rise through the officiating pathway and the support provided by the ECB Umpiring Team.

Cricket, anywhere: England stars join children to celebrate street, beach and backyard cricket

ECB ‘My Way To Play’ campaign champions informal cricket and inspires the next generation to play anywhere, anytime.

ECB and Remitly partner to champion inclusion and celebrate cultural connection through cricket

The partnership supports England teams and will go further to support the South Asian Cricket Academy (SACA), championing greater inclusion and opportunity within the sport.

Cricket figures recognised in King’s Birthday Honours