New Zealand bowling spearhead Neil Wagner has opened up on what he would do to square up arguably the best batsman in the world – India’s Virat Kohli, ahead of the second Test at Christchurch. According to the deadly left-armer, ‘drying up’ Kohli would be the best way of sending him back to the pavilion. Wagner has made giant strides in the longest version of the game, … [Read more...] about Neil Wagner Reveals His Plan For Virat Kohli Ahead Of Christchurch Test
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Asia XI Squad Announced, Six Indians But No Pakistan Player
In order to celebrate the birth centenary of Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, the father of the nation in Bangladesh, the country's cricket council has announced a two-match T20I series between World XI and Asia XI. Indian skipper Virat Kohli has tentatively included in the Asia XI outfit as he is subject to appearing, owing to the strenuous schedule of the Indian cricket team. Five … [Read more...] about Asia XI Squad Announced, Six Indians But No Pakistan Player
India Suffer 1st Defeat in World Test Championship (5 Talking Points)
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?
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 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
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
VVS Laxman Slams India’s Experimental Tactics, Wants Kohli To Bat At Number 3
Former Indian batsman VVS Laxman has explained why Virat Kohli must bat at number 3, regardless of all possible factors. The pundit also slammed India's tactics, claiming that they should have played their most balanced XI in the first ODI against Australia as a primary strategy. Australia absolutely carted India by chasing an average total of 256 without losing a … [Read more...] about VVS Laxman Slams India’s Experimental Tactics, Wants Kohli To Bat At Number 3
Can Bumrah’s Back Pass The Test Against Kohli & Rohit In Vizag?
Indian pace bowler, Jasprit Bumrah is coming back soon, albeit in nets, as he will be joining the team’s net session in Visakhapatnam, before the second ODI against West Indies. The net session would be crucial for Bumrah and the team management as it will help them gauge the progress of the rehab that Bumrah has been undergoing for the stress fracture he suffered on his … [Read more...] about Can Bumrah’s Back Pass The Test Against Kohli & Rohit In Vizag?
