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Cricbuzz Match Scraper
parseforge/cricbuzz-scraper
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Scrapes match listings from any Cricbuzz URL, including live scores, recent matches, upcoming fixtures, and series pages. Returns each match as a flat row.
- Total users
- 2
- Monthly active
- 1
- Total runs
- 21
- Bookmarked
- 0
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- Last modified
- 12 days ago
Overview
Cricbuzz Match Scraper
Scrape Cricbuzz match listings from any URL, up to a million per run. Get live scores, recent matches, upcoming fixtures, and series pages in one flat dataset. No login or API key. Export to CSV, JSON, Excel, or XML.
Cricbuzz has no official public API for match listings, and building your own scraper means handling dynamic pages, rate limits, and schema changes. This Actor reads any Cricbuzz page you point it at, from the homepage to live scores, recent matches, or series pages, and returns each match as a clean, flat row. It is the fastest way to get cricket match data into your spreadsheet or database.
| Who uses it | What they scrape Cricbuzz for |
|---|---|
| Sports data analysts | Building historical datasets of cricket matches for trend analysis |
| Fantasy cricket app developers | Feeding live match data into their apps for player performance tracking |
| Sports journalists | Monitoring upcoming fixtures and recent results for coverage planning |
| Betting market researchers | Tracking match outcomes and team performance over time |
| Cricket enthusiasts | Archiving match data for personal projects or blogs |
What it does
This Actor collects match listings from any Cricbuzz URL and returns each match as a flat row with its teams, scores, status, and other details.
- 🔗 Any Cricbuzz URL: paste a homepage, live scores, recent matches, or series page link and get the matches listed there.
- 📊 Flat dataset: each match is one row with teams, scores, status, and other details, ready for CSV, JSON, Excel, or XML export.
- ⚡ Fast and scalable: scrape up to 1,000,000 items per run for paid users, with a 10-item preview for free users.
- 🛡️ No login or API key: works on public Cricbuzz pages without authentication or rate-limit headaches.
Results export to CSV, JSON, Excel, or XML, or straight from the API.
What you can do with Cricbuzz data
📈 Build a cricket match database.
A data analyst scrapes recent and upcoming matches from Cricbuzz series pages to create a historical dataset for trend analysis and reporting.
📱 Power a fantasy cricket app.
A developer runs the Actor on live score pages to feed real-time match data into their app for player performance tracking.
📰 Plan sports coverage.
A journalist scrapes upcoming fixtures from Cricbuzz to decide which matches to cover and assign reporters.
📊 Monitor team performance.
A betting market researcher collects match outcomes over a season to analyze team form and inform odds models.
Why choose this scraper
| What you get | |
|---|---|
| No official API | Cricbuzz does not offer a public API for match listings, so this Actor is the direct way to get the data. |
| Any page type | Works on homepages, live scores, recent matches, series pages, and more. |
| Clean output | Each match is a flat row with consistent fields, no nested JSON to parse. |
| Scalable | Paid users can scrape up to a million items per run. |
How it compares
This Actor focuses on match listings from any Cricbuzz URL, while competitors offer additional data like scorecards or player profiles.
| Feature | ParseForge | Cricbuzz Live Match Scores Scraper | Cricbuzz Scraper | CricBuzz Scraper |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrape any Cricbuzz URL | Yes | Not listed | Yes | Not listed |
| Live match scores | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Upcoming matches | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Recent matches | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not listed |
| Series schedules | Yes | Not listed | Yes | Yes |
| Full scorecards | Not listed | Not listed | Yes | Not listed |
| Player profiles | Not listed | Not listed | Yes | Not listed |
Configure the run
Drive the Actor from any Cricbuzz URL and set a maximum number of items to scrape. The Actor reads the page you provide and returns each match listing as a row. The Input tab lists every parameter.
A first run with the defaults:
{
"startUrl": "https://www.cricbuzz.com",
"maxItems": 10
}
A larger pull:
{
"startUrl": "https://www.cricbuzz.com",
"maxItems": 200
}
Pricing
Pay-per-result: $0.004 per result collected. You pay only for the results written to your dataset.
| Results collected | Approximate cost |
|---|---|
| 100 results | $0.40 |
| 1,000 results | $4.00 |
| 10,000 results | $40.00 |
New Apify accounts start with $5 in free credit.
Free users
Free-plan runs return up to 10 results as a preview. Upgrade your Apify plan to collect up to 1,000,000 results per run.
Run it
- Create a free Apify account with $5 in credit.
- Open the Cricbuzz Match Scraper.
- Set your inputs and any filters, then click Start.
- Export the results as CSV, Excel, JSON, or XML from the Dataset tab.
Run it programmatically through the Apify API (run-sync-get-dataset-items) or the ApifyClient for JavaScript and Python.
Use with AI agents (MCP)
Give an AI agent live access to Cricbuzz through the Model Context Protocol. Add the Actor to Claude, Cursor, or any MCP client:
claude mcp add --transport http apify "https://mcp.apify.com?tools=parseforge/cricbuzz-scraper"
Then prompt it in plain language to run the scraper and read back the results.
Troubleshooting
Why am I getting no results?
Make sure the startUrl points to a Cricbuzz page that lists matches. Some pages, like player profiles or news articles, do not contain match listings. Also check that maxItems is set to at least 1.
Why am I only getting 10 items?
Free users are limited to 10 items as a preview. To scrape more, upgrade to a paid plan and set maxItems to a higher number.
The Actor is timing out or failing.
Cricbuzz may be blocking requests or the page is slow. Try again later, or reduce maxItems. If the problem persists, contact support.
The data looks incomplete or missing fields.
Cricbuzz pages vary in structure. The Actor extracts common fields, but some pages may have less data. Try a different URL that lists matches more completely.
Can I scrape multiple URLs in one run?
Currently, the Actor accepts one startUrl per run. To scrape multiple pages, run the Actor multiple times or use a different tool that supports URL lists.
FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What pages can I scrape with this Actor? | You can scrape any Cricbuzz page that lists matches, including the homepage, live scores, recent matches, upcoming matches, and series pages. paste the URL into the startUrl input. |
| Do I need a Cricbuzz account or API key? | No. The Actor reads public Cricbuzz pages without authentication, so no account or API key is required. |
| How many matches can I scrape in one run? | Free users are limited to 10 items as a preview. Paid users can set maxItems up to 1,000,000 per run. |
| What format is the output data in? | The Actor returns each match as a flat row in a dataset. You can export the dataset to CSV, JSON, Excel, or XML from the Apify platform. |
| Does this Actor get live ball-by-ball commentary? | No, this Actor focuses on match listings such as teams, scores, and status. For detailed ball-by-ball data, you would need a different scraper or API. |
| Can I scrape player profiles or scorecards? | This Actor is designed for match listings. If you need player profiles or full scorecards, consider a dedicated Cricbuzz scraper that supports those pages. |
| How often should I run this Actor? | It depends on your use case. For live scores, you might run it every few minutes. For historical data, a daily or weekly run may be enough. |
| Is it legal to scrape Cricbuzz? | You should review Cricbuzz's terms of service and comply with applicable laws. The Actor only accesses publicly available pages. |
| Can I filter matches by format or team? | The Actor does not have built-in filters beyond the URL and maxItems. To filter, you can scrape a specific series or page that already shows the matches you want. |
| What if the page structure changes? | The Actor is maintained to adapt to Cricbuzz's current layout. If you notice issues, contact support or check for updates. |
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🆘 Need help? Email parseforge@protonmail.com with your run ID, your input, and what you expected.
⚠️ Disclaimer. This Actor is unofficial and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Cricbuzz. It collects only publicly available data. You are responsible for using the collected data in compliance with the source's terms of service and applicable data-protection laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and PIPL. Do not use it to collect personal data unlawfully.
Input
| Field | Type | What it does | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| startUrl required | string | URL of the Cricbuzz page to scrape match listings from. Supports homepage, live scores, recent matches, series pages, etc. | https://www.cricbuzz.com |
| maxItems | integer | Free users: Limited to 10 items (preview). Paid users: Optional, max 1,000,000 | 10 |
Pricing
from $3.62 per 1,000 results
| Charged for | What it is | Price each |
|---|---|---|
| result | Single result in the default dataset. | $0.00362 to $0.004 |
Tiered: the lower figure is the price on a higher Apify plan. Billing and the free credit live on Apify.
API
One POST returns the dataset directly. Same shape for every scraper in the library, so swapping the slug is the only change.
curl -X POST "https://api.apify.com/v2/acts/parseforge~cricbuzz-scraper/run-sync-get-dataset-items?token=$APIFY_TOKEN" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"helloWorld": 123
}' Examples
Input that runs as-is.
{
"helloWorld": 123
} Reviews
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Issues
We build and maintain this scraper, so a problem with it comes to us. Report it on the Apify listing and the thread stays attached to the scraper where the next person can find it: open an issue.
Broken and urgent, or you would rather not post in public? Write to parseforge@protonmail.com and it reaches the people who wrote it.