The first defeat in the ICC World Test Championship for India looked inevitable on Day-3, and then Southee-Boult pair took just one more session to wrap up things as India swallowed some pride for the first time in this ICC World Test Championship 2019-2021. Let's look back at the 5 talking points from the match. Opening riddle: When was the last time India put up a … [Read more...] about India Suffer 1st Defeat in World Test Championship (5 Talking Points)
NZ v IND: 5-0 Win To 0-3 Loss. What Went Wrong For Team India?
With another comprehensive win at Mount Maunganui, New Zealand clean swept the ODI series 3-0. It was quite a turnaround after losing 0-5 in the T20 series. Let's look back at what went wrong for one of the strongest teams in the world- Team India. 1. Lack of firepower from big guns?: Lone fifty by Virat Kohli and wicketless Bumrah in the series! When the last time did you … [Read more...] about NZ v IND: 5-0 Win To 0-3 Loss. What Went Wrong For Team India?
Bangladesh Trump India by 3 Wickets To Become U-19 Cricket World Champions
Cool and calm Akbar Ali led from the front to take Bangladesh to their first-ever U-19 World Cup title. It was a low scoring thriller and Bangladesh almost repeated the history of Asia Cup final last year when India defended 107 but this time gritty hand by the captain was not in the mood to leave it for someone else. Scoreboard might suggest it's just 43 runs by Akbar Ali but … [Read more...] about Bangladesh Trump India by 3 Wickets To Become U-19 Cricket World Champions
Sydney Sixers Emerge As Big Bash League 2019/20 Winners
Not as dramatic as the final of the last BBL season but Melbourne Stars once again crumbled in a chase and the hosts Sydney Sixers claimed their second BBL title after a gap of 8 years. Unexpectedly, the rain held off long enough to allow for the 12-over a side game. In the end, Moises Henriques-led Sydney Sixers beat Glenn Maxwell-led Melbourne Stars by 19 runs at the Sydney … [Read more...] about Sydney Sixers Emerge As Big Bash League 2019/20 Winners
NZ vs IND: 5 Talking Points As The Home Side Breaks The Losing Cycle
After getting whitewashed in the T20I series, New Zealand turned things around and pulled off a sensational chase at Seddon Park, to take a lead in 3-match series. Indian bowlers couldn't stand up against the onslaught by Ross Taylor and the stand-in skipper, Tom Latham. Let's look back at the top-5 talking points of the 1st ODI between New Zealand and India. 1. New look … [Read more...] about NZ vs IND: 5 Talking Points As The Home Side Breaks The Losing Cycle
Deja Vu As Kiwis Face Another Super Over Defeat (5 Talking Points)
"Oh, New Zealand! Surely you can't do this again." That's how most fans reacted as Kiwis once again found a way to take the game to Super-over and the result wasn't any different this time either. If on Wednesday it was Shami, today it was Shardul's turn. KL Rahul played the role of Rohit here by delivering two big shots in the first two balls. Let's look back at the 5 talking … [Read more...] about Deja Vu As Kiwis Face Another Super Over Defeat (5 Talking Points)
5 Talking Points As NZ Suffer T20I Super Over Defeat Against India
4 balls, 2 runs needed with two set batsmen on the crease. How many times do you back bowling side to pull it off? But India did that miracle at Seddon Park. First, a terrific comeback by Shami in the 20th over overtook India to its first-ever Super-Over game and then Rohit Sharma did some Rohit Sharma things to take India to a miraculous win. Let's look back 5 talking points … [Read more...] about 5 Talking Points As NZ Suffer T20I Super Over Defeat Against India
India vs New Zealand: 6 Memorable T20I Matches From The Past
In a short history of the T20I cricket, Kiwis have turned out to be India's toughest opponents. The first time India beat New Zealand was in the 6th clash between the two. Till now, India managed to win only 3 out of 11 matches against the Kiwis. As the tour will kick on with the 5-match T20I series today, let me take you back down the memory lane and remind you of some of the … [Read more...] about India vs New Zealand: 6 Memorable T20I Matches From The Past
Ranji Trophy: Sarfaraz Khan Joins Triple-Centurion Club, Mumbai Takes Lead
Mumbai's Sarfaraz Khan smashed his maiden triple century to become only 7th Mumbai batsman to join this prestigious club. Also, he single-handedly took Mumbai to get the first innings lead and helped gain 3 points that were looking very unlikely when he walked in at the score of 128/4. https://twitter.com/mohanstatsman/status/1219940878216622080 So far this season hasn't … [Read more...] about Ranji Trophy: Sarfaraz Khan Joins Triple-Centurion Club, Mumbai Takes Lead
Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha’s Declaration Backfires, Nitish Rana Takes Delhi Home
A blistering 68-ball hundred by Nitish Rana stunned defending champions Vidarbha by a 6-wicket win on the final day at Feroz Shah Kotla ground. It was Vidarbha's first outright defeat since November 2016 when they lost against Maharashtra in Kolkata. It was quite a rare occasion when in the middle of the season a team made a bold declaration to go for outright result and … [Read more...] about Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha’s Declaration Backfires, Nitish Rana Takes Delhi Home
Indian U-19 Captain Priyam Garg Invites Japan Team For A Group Photo
It wasn't a great day in the office for the Japan team who faced a 10-wicket thrashing by India. The entire game lasted for only 27.4 overs which is the second quickest finish in the history of the U19 World Cup. People are raising questions if they are good enough to compete at this level. But after the game, a heartening gesture by Indian captain Priyam Garg who invited Japan … [Read more...] about Indian U-19 Captain Priyam Garg Invites Japan Team For A Group Photo
Former Pacer Ottis Gibson To Coach Bangladesh Bowlers
Former West Indies pace bowler Ottis Gibson has been appointed as Bangladesh bowling coach for two years. He will replace former South African pacer Charles Langeveldt who resigned in Dec 2019 after serving the term for 5 months. In a press release by BCB- Their CEO Nizam Uddin Chowdhury said Gibson’s inclusion will strengthen the coaching team: “He brings in tremendous … [Read more...] about Former Pacer Ottis Gibson To Coach Bangladesh Bowlers
5 Talking Points As India Win The ODI Series Against Australia 2-1
With a fabulous partnership between Rohit Sharma & Virat Kohli, India clinched the series 2-1 against Australia at Bengaluru. Let’s look back at the 5 main talking points of the day. 1. Not a great afternoon for Finch’s decision making Aaron Finch’s luck with the toss continued but there was a twist this time. He decided to ignore the history of the ground and backed the … [Read more...] about 5 Talking Points As India Win The ODI Series Against Australia 2-1
IND vs AUS 2nd ODI: Post-Match 5 Talking Points As India Level The Series
Recovering from the loss at Mumbai, Virat Kohli & boys turned it around at Rajkot and beat Australia by 36 runs, keeping the series alive with 1-1. Let’s look back at 5 major talking points of the IND vs AUS 2nd ODI match. 1. Toss, team combination & batting order: “People need to relax and not panic after just one game. I’m allowed to experiment and fail as well at … [Read more...] about IND vs AUS 2nd ODI: Post-Match 5 Talking Points As India Level The Series
2019 IND vs WI 1st ODI : Post-Match 5 Talking Points
West Indies team continued their impressive run under Kieron Pollard and stunned the hosts with the 8-wicket win. It was a great day for the West Indies team, Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope and of course for captain Pollard. Winning a T20 match is fine but winning an ODI match against India in India must be a great feeling for the West Indies players and the fans. Let us look at … [Read more...] about 2019 IND vs WI 1st ODI : Post-Match 5 Talking Points
