Cricket fans are hard done when it comes to video games- there simply aren’t a whole lot of games catering to them. One of the series that does consistently give them a good cricketing experience is Don Bradman Cricket, by Home Entertainment Suppliers and Big Ant Studios. And today, it was announced that Don Bradman Cricket 17 would be launching for Xbox One and PS4 on December 22, with the PC version following shortly afterwards, in January.

The headlining feature of this new game, billed to be the most authentic cricket game ever made, is female players. “We have built completely new batting, bowling and fielding mechanics based on player feedback. With Don Bradman 17 releasing right in the heart of the Aussie cricket season, we’re looking forward to players recreating the classic moments of the summer of cricket in their homes,” Big Ant Studios CEO Ross Symons said of the game. ”

We were overwhelmed by the success of our first run at Don Bradman Cricket,” Symons added. “To this day players from around the world play it daily, whether they are simulating their favorite test team matchups, or playing games with as little as one over each side. We think they’re going to love the enhanced career mode, refined on-field mechanics, and enhanced visuals and animation. After all, many of the changes came as a direct result of feedback from our most dedicated fans.”

Don Bradman Cricket 17 will be available for $60, and pre-orders are now live, at least digitally. Stay tuned to GamingBolt for more coverage and information.

Alternative Software have released the a new gameplay trailer for Jonah Lomu Rugby Challenge.  Check it out above.

The game due for release on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC in Q3 2011.

Home Entertainment suppliers have announced the new Rugby Union leagues that have been licensed for use in their upcoming sports title Rugby Challenge.

“We are very excited to announce these major competition licenses for Rugby Challenge” said Sebastian Giompaolo, Managing Director for HES. “Inclusion of these top class European club leagues adds great depth and appeal to an already deep title for rugby fans all over the world. With our breadth of content, extensive customisation tools, and various modes, people will be playing this game for years to come.”

The major European rugby union leagues Aviva Premiership Rugby, TOP 14 Orange, and RaboDirect PRO12 are the ones that have been licensed for Rugby Challenge.

The game will be released in Europe as Jonah Lomu Rugby Challenge, All Blacks Rugby Challenge in New Zealand, and Wallabies Rugby Challenge in Australia. It will be available for PC, PS3, Xbox 360 and PS Vita.