Joe Root, Jasprit Bumrah and Yashasvi Jaiswal 2024 saw some of the most competitive and captivating cricket being played, with new rivalries developing and old ones continuing to thrive with renewed intensity. While some greats of the game retired, a new generation slowly took shape. This year marked a historic achievement for India as they…
Yashasvi Jaiswal (L) dropped the catch of Australia’s Usman Khawaja (R). (AP/PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Young Indian cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal found himself at the center of attention on Day 4 of the Boxing Day Test after dropping three crucial catches, but the overwhelming response from former players and experts has been one of empathy and…
Pat Cummins and Steve Smith (Video grabs) NEW DELHI: Seven Australian cricketers participated in a word association game, giving one-word descriptions of the International Cricket Council (ICC), the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and Indian cricket. The activity, organized by ABC Sport, offered a glimpse into the players’ perspectives.Australian Test captain Pat…
ICC Champions Trophy. (Photo by Andrew Matthews/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The ICC’s breakthrough in the Champions Trophy impasse, which will see India play all of its matches at a neutral location rather than the host nation under a reciprocal deal, has relieved Pakistan‘s former stars. Until the current cycle concludes in 2027, Pakistan will reciprocate…
Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: When asked to choose between Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, Australian batters have delivered a unanimous verdict on who is tougher to face. While both spinners are known for their unique skills, Ashwin’s mastery of variations and ability to exploit even the slightest turn…
Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi, two prominent figures in Afghan cricket, have condemned the Taliban’s closure of educational institutions for women training as nurses and midwives. The Taliban’s leadership has directed private and public institutions to stop providing medical courses for women in Afghanistan, effectively eliminating their access to education in medicine — the last…
MS Dhoni. (Pic Credit – X) MS Dhoni, one of the most respected figures in Indian cricket, has had a stellar career both as a player and captain. Known for his calm demeanour and strong leadership, Dhoni’s relationships with his teammates have generally been amicable, but it has been come to notice that a few…
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The Australian media has been heavily promoting the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, with a particular focus on Virat Kohli, given his immense popularity and fan following in the country.India are scheduled to face Australia in a Pink Ball Test in Adelaide on December 6, following a two-day…
Mohammed Siraj (Reuters Photo) NEW DELHI: India pacer Mohammed Siraj was practicing in Australia during the 2020-21 tour when he received the devastating news of his father’s death. The heartbreaking message was conveyed to him by Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri. Overwhelmed with grief, Siraj rushed to his hotel room and broke down.Siraj had the…