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
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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
Not Bothered With Gender Pay Gap In Cricket For Now, Says Smriti Mandhana
Smriti Mandhana, the star batter of the Indian women's cricket team, has shared her views on the pay gap between men and women cricketers. She made some valid points while talking about the topic. She was talking in Mumbai at a promotion event related to the unveiling of the new range of shoes by Bata. "We need to understand that the revenue which we get is through men's … [Read more...] about Not Bothered With Gender Pay Gap In Cricket For Now, Says Smriti Mandhana
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
Expansion Of India’s Pool of Pacers Ahead Of The ICC T20 World Cup
Like all other things, the Indian cricket team also has undergone a transformation in recent times. As clichéd and stereotypical as it might sound, there was an era when the Indian pacers were just the passer-byes, whose overs were merely used as a getaway strategy by the captain to ensure that the ball loses some of its shine and accordingly the spinners could be inducted into … [Read more...] about Expansion Of India’s Pool of Pacers Ahead Of The ICC T20 World Cup
Sachin Tendulkar & Courtney Walsh To Coach Bushfire Relief Match Squads
Cricket Australia has installed legendary cricketers Sachin Tendulkar and Courtney Walsh as head coaches of the two sides in the Bushfire Bash. They now join an elite list of former stars who are scheduled to take the field once again. Amidst the devastating situation in Australia where millions of life forms have been eradicated, many around the continent-country and other … [Read more...] about Sachin Tendulkar & Courtney Walsh To Coach Bushfire Relief Match Squads
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
MS Dhoni Will Be Retained For IPL 2021 Too, Says N. Srinivasan
N. Srinivasan, managing director of India Cements, which owns the Chennai Super Kings franchise sent a wave of happiness among the MS Dhoni fans after he assured that CSK will retain MS Dhoni for IPL 2021 season as well. India's former World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni is constantly in the news these days over his retirement speculations. Recently, BCCI announced Team … [Read more...] about MS Dhoni Will Be Retained For IPL 2021 Too, Says N. Srinivasan
Mohammad Amir Reacts to T20 Snub Through Tweet, Later Deletes It
Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has taken a jibe at the hierarchy for dropping him from the T20 squad ahead of a three-match three series against Bangladesh. The left-armer cited the reason for his omission as his decision to retire from Tests by replying to a tweet, but deleted it without further ado. Amir, who has been Pakistan's leading wicket-taker in the shortest format … [Read more...] about Mohammad Amir Reacts to T20 Snub Through Tweet, Later Deletes It
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
Kagiso Rabada Suspended For Johannesburg Test For ‘Wild’ Celebration Against Joe Root
South Africa ace Kagiso Rabada has been suspended for the fourth Test against England following his 'wild' celebration against opposition captain Joe Root after he bagged the prized wicket of the latter, on day one of the third Test in Port Elizabeth. The 24-year-old was also handed a demerit point by the ICC, alongside a chop-off of 15% of his match fee. Rabada, known to … [Read more...] about Kagiso Rabada Suspended For Johannesburg Test For ‘Wild’ Celebration Against Joe Root
Shreyas Iyer: Suitable To Be The Mainstay?
Much of the thought behind the buildup to last year’s Cricket World Cup was focussed on who would occupy the extremely integral number four position for Team India in the batting lineup during the tournament. There were numerous auditions, several confirmations, many withdrawals from commitments and whatnot. Eventually, India entered the semifinals with Rishabh Pant and … [Read more...] about Shreyas Iyer: Suitable To Be The Mainstay?
MS Dhoni Not Included In BCCI Annual Contracts List As Retirement Looms
One of Indian cricket's finest servants, MS Dhoni, has been omitted from the Board of Control of Cricket In India's (BCCI) annual contract list amid heightening rumors of possible retirement. Until as recently as last year, the wicket-keeper was a part of the A category that pocketed a sum of Rs. 5 crores. Every year, the BCCI announces a central salary cap for its national … [Read more...] about MS Dhoni Not Included In BCCI Annual Contracts List As Retirement Looms
