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“I think he should think about Australian cricket”: Gambhir slams Ricky Ponting

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir faced some tough questions from the press ahead of the team's departure for Australia, where they are set to play a challenging five-match Test series. Gambhir faced grilling, especially after India’s recent 0-3 drubbing at the hands of New Zealand in their most recent Test series. During India's series against New Zealand, senior Indian players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli had failed to…

Nov 11, 2024

Cooper Connolly out of Pakistan T20Is with fractured hand

Australian young gun Cooper Connolly has been ruled out of the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan after hurting his left hand during the third and final ODI match against Pakistan in Perth on Sunday. During the game, Connolly was forced to retire hurt after being struck on his left hand by a delivery from Pakistan quick Mohammad Hasnain . Connolly was sent for scans which revealed that he had fractured his hand, putting…

Nov 11, 2024

Mushfiqur Rahim ruled out of West Indies Tests, Litton Das returns

Bangladesh’s veteran wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim has been ruled out of the upcoming two-match Test series against West Indies due to a finger injury. He picked up the injury during the first ODI against Afghanistan last week in Sharjah. Rahim wasn’t included into Bangladesh’s 15-member squad announced on Sunday for the West Indies Tests. Najmul Hossain Shanto will be leading the side, with experienced Litton Das…

Nov 11, 2024

Former Australian great highlights Rohit, Kohli’s struggles ahead of BGT

Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy , former Australian cricketer Ian Chappell has cautioned Indian batters to avoid overconfidence and flamboyance. With the first Test of BGT looming, scheduled to begin on November 22, Chappell has said that bouncy conditions in Australia could be detrimental to Indian batters. His warning comes in the wake of India’s disappointing 0-3 series defeat to New Zealand, a result that has put India’s…

Nov 9, 2024

Settled Pakistan eye series win against stumbling Australia

After decimating Australia in the second ODI, Pakistan are eying a rare series win in Australia as they prepare to face the hosts in the third and final ODI on Sunday at Optus Stadium. After levelling the series with their one of the best ODI performances, Pakistan now have their sights set on securing a series victory against the star-studded Australia. Pakistan will enter the third ODI with renewed confidence after their thumping 61-run victory in the…

Nov 9, 2024

“Lock the kit bag away”: Ponting’s advice to struggling Babar

Former Australian cricketer Ricky Ponting has weighed in on the struggles of Pakistan superstar Babar Azam , who has been struggling to find consistency in Test cricket. Babar, a powerful batter in white-ball cricket, has had a difficult time translating that form into the longest format. His recent omission from Pakistan’s squad for the final two Tests against England came after a series of underwhelming performances, with his average dipping to a…

Nov 9, 2024

WI vs ENG 1st T20I: Buttler hopes to return with a bang against West Indies

Skipper Jos Buttler is set to return to action as England prepare to face West Indies in the opening match of a five-match T20I series on Sunday Kensington Oval, Barbados. Buttler has been out of action for long, missing the Hundred, as well as ODI and T20I series against Australia and the recently concluded ODI series against West Indies. England coming off a disappointing defeat in their previous ODI series against West Indies are aiming to…

Nov 9, 2024

Maxwell lauds Smith ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia edges closer, Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell has issued a bold warning to India about Steve Smith's fine form. Maxwell spoke about the significant improvements he’s noticed in Smith’s batting as he prepares for the upcoming series. Smith, who had temporarily been elevated to the opening position post David Warner’s retirement, is now set to return to his usual spot at No. 4…

Nov 8, 2024

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy unhappy with Joseph’s behaviour

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has expressed displeasure over fast bowler Alzarri Joseph's action after he twice left the pitch during the third ODI match against England on Wednesday at Kensington Oval in Barbados. Sammy’s reaction to the situation highlighted the level of frustration within the West Indies group. Joseph left the pitch following a disagreement with skipper Shai Hope as there was a difference of opinion over field…

Nov 7, 2024

SA vs IND 1st T20I: All you need to know

India and South Africa are all set to engage in a thrilling four-match T20I series , which will kick off this Friday, with the first game scheduled to be held at Kingsmead. Both teams are coming into the series with young talent and experienced players. India have the likes of Rinku Singh, Tilak Varma, Abhishek Sharma, Jitesh Sharma and Sanju Samson among others. On the other hand, South Africa have a mix of young and experienced players.

Nov 7, 2024

“Clearly doesn't trust his defence”: Former Indian cricketer assesses Rohit’s batting against New Zealand

Having been failing consistently with the bat for over the past one year, It’s been hugely challenging for Indian skipper Rohit Sharma to reclaim the touch which he is known for, particulary in the longest format of the game. Recently, India were outperformed by New Zealand in the three-match Test series as they suffered an embarrassing 0-3 series defeat. In the series against New Zealand , Rohit failed miserably, struggling hard to find his form.…

Nov 7, 2024

Aus vs Pak 2nd ODI: All you need to know, playing XI, head to head

Australia and Pakistan are once again set to face off in the second ODI of their ongoing three-match series on Friday at Adelaide Oval. With the hosts, Australia, holding a 1-0 lead after having a convincing victory in the first encounter, second ODI becomes incredibly crucial. As they gear up to head into the second encounter, both teams would seek to assert their dominance and take control of the series with just two games remaining. The…

Nov 7, 2024