To play what is widely known as Cricket 2008, you first need the base game, Cricket 07 .

EA Sports discontinued the series after the 2007 edition due to licensing disputes with major cricket boards (like the BCCI), heavy piracy in its primary markets, and the sport's relatively niche global appeal compared to titles like FIFA. How "Cricket 2008" Exists Today

. Electronic Arts (EA) officially discontinued its cricket series after the release of .