Wicketkeeper-batter looks in top shape as he completes a fairytale comeback in Test cricket…CHENNAI: Stats don’t necessarily reveal the entire story, but they do leave an indicator. So, when Rishabh Pant matches MS Dhoni‘s six-Test-centuries feat — achieved over 90 Tests — in just 34 games, it’s a very special achievement indeed. The Pant story…
NEW DELHI: Star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya showcased his red-ball cricket practice on Thursday, sharing the experience with his fans via social media.The 30-year-old last played a Test match for India back in 2018 against England. He turned to X to post a video showing himself batting and bowling with a red ball.In his 11…
NEW DELHI: As Shubman Gill showcased his prowess with the bat during the ongoing Test series against England, his father and first coach, Lakhwinder Gill, shed light on the adjustments that revitalized his son’s red-ball cricket performance.Gill, who faced scrutiny after a string of innings without a fifty, bounced back emphatically in the Vizag Test…
NEW DELHI: Sarfaraz Khan, the promising Indian batsman, faces an uncertain future in the Indian Premier League (IPL) despite garnering interest from multiple franchises. Following his release by Delhi Capitals ahead of the IPL 2024 auction, Sarfaraz’s journey in the league hangs in the balance. Sarfaraz’s stint in the IPL has been marked by inconsistency,…
NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricket captain Sunil Gavaskar echoed current skipper Rohit Sharma‘s sentiments regarding the significance of ‘hunger’ in Test cricket, suggesting that players need to exhibit a strong desire and commitment to excel in the longest format of the game. Gavaskar’s comments come in the wake of Rohit’s post-match statement following India’s victory…
NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made it mandatory for centrally contracted players to actively engage in red-ball cricket within the domestic circuit in a significant move aimed at enhancing the readiness of Indian cricketers for the longest format of the game. This directive, emphasized by BCCI secretary Jay…
NEW DELHI: Amidst growing concerns over the prioritization of the Indian Premier League (IPL) over first-class cricket, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is deliberating on potential reforms to ensure a balanced approach to player development. The spotlight falls on players like Ishan Kishan, whose reluctance to engage in first-class cricket has…
