Australia captain Steve Smith and England captain Ben Stokes (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Australia will field two new faces in the opening Ashes Test in Perth as stand-in skipper Steve Smith confirmed that Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett will receive their Baggy Greens. The match begins on Friday and marks a rare moment for…
Washington Sundar (ANI Photo) The allrounder impressed with his technique against spin in the first Test but will he get a longer run as a specialist No.3 batter? If he does, will India be compromising on his bowling abilities?There was a time in his career when former England batter Kevin Pietersen was struggling to play…
Sanju Samson embraces the vibrant yellow of Chennai Super Kings, bursting with elation following a high-profile trade that has set the cricket world abuzz. Leaving Rajasthan Royals behind, he welcomes an exciting new chapter, accompanied by the exit of renowned players Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran. NEW DELHI: Sanju Samson has finally slipped into the…
After a breathtaking victory in Kolkata, South Africa are on the brink of achieving their first Test series win in India in over two decade and a half. Under the inspiring leadership of Temba Bavuma and backed by an exceptional bowling lineup, the Proteas are eager for a historic triumph. NEW DELHI: South Africa stand…
Former India batter Robin Uthappa has called for major structural changes to the Indian Premier League, saying the tournament must evolve beyond its current model. Speaking on his YouTube channel, the former Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings star suggested that the IPL should move away from the traditional auction format and instead introduce…
South Africa’s Simon Harmer celebrates with teammates after the dismissal of Rishabh Pant (AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi) India’s 30 run defeat to South Africa in the opening Test has sparked strong reactions from fans and former cricketers, many of whom pointed fingers at the Eden Gardens surface in Kolkata. The pitch produced uneven bounce that suited…
India’s Jasprit Bumrah and teammates celebrate (ANI Photo) India’s Test side is facing intense scrutiny once again after their defeat to South Africa. The loss has pushed earlier concerns back into focus, especially after the recent home whitewash against New Zealand. With a young captain and a new head coach still settling in, many feel…
NEW DELHI: Team India captain Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the must-win second Test against South Africa in Guwahati, dealing the hosts a major setback ahead of the series decider. Gill, who missed the second innings of the opening Test in Kolkata after suffering a neck injury, had travelled with the squad to…
England captain Ben Stokes with coach Brendon McCullum during a net session at The Kia Oval on July 30, 2025 in London, England. (Photo/Getty Images) Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting said England’s use of Bazball over the past three years has been designed “only” for this Ashes series.Ponting said England are unlikely to change their…
NEW DELHI: Former India men’s cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly said Washington Sundar is not the right option to bat at No. 3 for India in Test cricket. Sundar made 29 and 31 in the first Test against South Africa at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, where India lost by 30 runs and went 0-1…
