Refugee influx leads to German cricket boom
The influx of asylum seekers into Germany, especially from cricket-mad Pakistan and Afghanistan, has created an unexpected boom for the sport in a country where football has long been king.
Howzat? Germany enjoys cricket revival
Ever since the 19th century, Germany has had an on-off love affair with cricket. Now, an influx of players and a rise in interest means cricket is one of Germany’s fastest growing sports. Campbell Jefferys goes into bat to investigate.
'Stuttgart even has cricket teams'
Get The Local flavour of Germany with our series offering an insider's take on their hometown. This week, Neeraj Kumar talks about his adopted city, Stuttgart.
Future of Berlin's cricket community in jeopardy
Safety concerns have prompted Berlin officials to remove the city’s only cricket pitch, in use for more than six decades beginning with British troops. But cricketers suspect ulterior motives and argue it’s a “death blow” for a sport that promotes multiculturalism and integration.