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Management Career
Take command away from the pitch. Set tactics, balance the budget, develop young talent, manage player fitness, and build your squad towards long-term championship success.
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THE OFFICIAL GAME OF THE ASHES
CRICKET 26
The Ultimate Showdown. Take control on and off the pitch in the most authentic cricket sim.
Experience the next generation of cricket gaming. Master the pitch with enhanced gameplay mechanics, build your legacy in the all-new Management Career, relive the greatest rivalry in the expanded Ashes mode, and dominate online with your ultimate Pro Team.
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THE ULTIMATE SHOWDOWN
Step Onto The Biggest Stage.
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Cricket 26 - The Official Game of the Ashes brings together deeper career management, expanded legacy modes, and highly responsive gameplay mechanics for the most complete cricket experience ever created.
Take absolute control of your squad with the new Management Career. Select starting lineups, set complex batting orders, nurture rising academy talent, manage player fatigue, and make strategic decisions to secure international glory.
For fans of the sport's most legendary rivalry, the expanded Ashes Mode lets you take the helm of Australia or England. Experience behind-the-scenes pressure with team net sessions, dynamic press conferences, and the roar of the crowd.
GAMEPLAY & FEATURES
More Control. More Cricket.
Cricket 26 pushes the boundary with overhauled management systems, in-depth Pro Team modes, enhanced on-field physics, and unmatched community creation tools.
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Expanded Ashes Mode
Step into cricket's greatest rivalry. Take control of the full Australian or English squads, participate in intense net training sessions, and face the media in press conferences.
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Pro Team Mode
Build your ultimate dream XI. Collect player cards through weekly packs or strategically use the live Auction House to target missing pieces for your perfect squad.
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Centurion Multiplayer
Put your custom Pro Team to the ultimate test in the Centurion multiplayer mode, competing online against the best tacticians across the globe.
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Cricket Academy
The most robust creation suite returns. Build custom stadiums, players, bat sponsors, and complete teams. Share and download endless community-created content.
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Enhanced Physics
Experience hyper-realistic ball physics. Use nuanced push shots to pierce gaps, read the spin off the pitch, and balance aggressive attacks with defensive stamina management.
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CONTROL EVERY BALL
Every Decision.
Every Delivery.
Every Moment.
Read the field, exploit the gaps, defend your wicket, and manage your team's energy across grueling five-day Tests or explosive T20 matches. Cricket 26 places the total tactical weight of the match in your hands.
MANAGEMENT CAREER
Build The Team. Make The Decisions.
Cricket 26 introduces a fully fleshed-out Management Career mode that demands strategic foresight away from the boundary ropes.
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Squad Selection Analyze pitch conditions and select the perfect XI for the upcoming series.
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Batting Orders Adapt your lineup dynamically. Protect your tailenders or send in a pinch hitter.
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Talent Development Scout regional games and nurture rising academy stars into international legends.
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Physio & Fatigue Rotate your fast bowlers and manage injuries during long, punishing tours.
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Match Strategies Set aggressive fields for new batters or play defensively to save a draw.
THE ASHES
Cricket's Greatest Rivalry.
The urn is on the line. Step into the high-stakes world of The Ashes. With fully licensed players and meticulously recreated stadiums, experience the tension of the ultimate Test series between Australia and England.
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ENGLAND
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PRO TEAM
Collect. Assemble. Dominate.
Build a fantasy lineup from past and present stars. Create a squad that perfectly executes your unique cricketing philosophy.
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Collect Cards
Open weekly card packs to discover legendary batters, lethal bowlers, and agile fielders to bolster your squad depth.
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Auction House
Navigate the live player market. Bid on the exact talent you need to fill gaps in your lineup or sell duplicates for profit.
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Centurion Online
Take your carefully assembled Pro Team online. Climb the leaderboards in the competitive Centurion multiplayer mode.
CRICKET ACADEMY
Create. Share. Play.
Big Ant’s renowned creation suite returns, giving you unlimited power to shape the world of cricket exactly how you want it.
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Create Stadiums
Design custom grounds, from local village greens to massive arenas.
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Create Players
Sculpt faces and fine-tune stats for hyper-realistic custom players.
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Create Bats
Design custom bat profiles, stickers, and brand sponsorships.
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Download Roster
Instantly download the latest community-updated teams and kits.
ON-FIELD CONTROL
Master The Pitch.
Total control mechanics mean the difference between a golden duck and a match-winning century relies entirely on your skill.
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Find The Gaps
Utilize 360-degree shot control. Play soft pushes to rotate the strike or lofted drives to clear the infield with precision.
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Bowling Arsenal
Command seam, swing, and pace. Set up the batter with outswingers before trapping them LBW with a devastating inswinging yorker.
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Dynamic Fielding
React to edge nicks in the slips or execute direct hits from the deep with heavily improved fielding AI and manual throwing mechanics.
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Manage Stamina
Pacing is key. A tired fast bowler will lose pace and accuracy, while an exhausted batter is far more likely to edge a loose shot.
OFFICIAL PC REQUIREMENTS
Is Your PC Ready?
Check the expected PC system requirements for Cricket 26 to ensure you hit the pitch with a smooth framerate.
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Minimum System Requirements
Expected minimum requirements for Cricket 26 on PC.
Operating System
Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
Processor
Intel Core i5-6600K
/ AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Memory
8 GB RAM
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB)
/ AMD Radeon RX 580 (8 GB)
DirectX
Version 12
Network
Broadband Internet Connection (for Steam & Online)
Storage
65 GB Available Space
Additional Notes
A controller is highly recommended for optimal gameplay.
RECOMMENDED
RECOMMENDED
Recommended System Requirements
Expected recommended requirements for Cricket 26 on PC.
Operating System
Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
Processor
Intel Core i7-9700K
/ AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
Memory
16 GB RAM
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6 GB)
/ AMD Radeon RX 6600 (8 GB)
DirectX
Version 12
Network
Broadband Internet Connection
Storage
65 GB Available Space
Additional Notes
SSD Storage Recommended for faster match loading.
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Important: Cricket 26 requires a 64-bit processor and operating system. To fully enjoy the analog batting and bowling mechanics, using a compatible gamepad (Xbox or DualSense controller) is strongly advised.
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CRICKET 26 FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions.
What is Cricket 26? +
Cricket 26 - The Official Game of the Ashes is the latest premier cricket sports simulation developed by Big Ant Studios. It features a deep Management Career, an expanded Ashes mode, the card-collecting Pro Team mode, and legendary Academy creation tools.
How do I activate the "PC Key"? +
You will receive a digital code upon purchase. Open your Steam client on PC, click "Add a Game" in the bottom left corner, select "Activate a Product on Steam," and enter your code to add it permanently to your library.
What is the Management Career mode? +
Management Career is an immersive mode where you take control of important team-management decisions away from the pitch. You select lineups, set batting orders, develop rising talent, manage injuries, and set high-level match strategies.
Does Cricket 26 include The Ashes? +
Yes. Cricket 26 features a fully licensed, expanded Ashes mode. Players can take control of Australia or England and experience additional elements including team net sessions and press conferences.
Can players create custom content? +
Yes! Big Ant's legendary Cricket Academy is back. It allows players to create and share highly detailed stadiums, players, bats, and full teams, as well as download community-created content to keep rosters up to date.
What should I check before buying Cricket 26? +
Before purchasing, ensure your PC meets the minimum system requirements and confirm you have a valid Steam account to redeem the digital key provided.
CRICKET 26
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