Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Cricket legends Matthew Hayden and Graeme Smith predict India will face significant challenges in the upcoming five-match Test series against England starting Friday at Headingley, citing the retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma as a major loss of experience for the touring side. The series will see Shubman Gill…
Former Australia cricketer Matthew Hayden has revealed how India can win the upcoming Test series in England. India and England are set to lock horns in a five-match Test series beginning from June 20, which will also mark the start of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle 2025-27. Ahead of the all-important series, India have…
Lungi Ngidi of South Africa successfully appeals the wicket of Steve Smith of Australia (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden analyzed the batting collapse during the World Test Championship final between South Africa and Australia, pointing out technical deficiencies as batters struggled against seam movement, with 28 wickets falling across the…
South Africa’s captain Temba Bavuma, and David Bedingham (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth) Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden commented on day one of the ICC World Test Championship final at Lord’s between Australia and South Africa, emphasizing that the Proteas need to show more batting intent on day two. Australia finished at 212 all out while South…
Matthew Hayden feels that Kuldeep Yadav could turn out to be a key player for India during their five-match Test series against England, starting from June 20. Kuldeep is expected to be India’s second main spinner behind Ravindra Jadeja in the new era, as R Ashwin has retired. Kuldeep hasn’t played a lot of matches…
Tristan Stubbs of South Africa Photo by Paul Harding/Getty Images) Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden has identified South African cricketer Tristan Stubbs as a potential game-changer in the upcoming ICC World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord’s from June 11-15, comparing his playing style to former England batsman Kevin Pietersen.Stubbs recently played at number…
Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden has attributed Sunrisers Hyderabad’s poor run in IPL 2025 to a lack of confidence and overthinking. Hayden’s remarks came after SRH suffered a heavy seven-wicket defeat against Mumbai Indians on Wednesday. “The simplest explanation is just a lack of confidence. When you start losing the way SRH has, it’s tough…
Sam Konstas and Andrew Symonds (Agency Photos) NEW DELHI: The ongoing Boxing Day Test between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) witnessed a remarkable debut innings from 19-year-old Sam Konstas, drawing comparisons to the iconic Andrew Symonds from former Australian opener Matthew Hayden.On the 18th anniversary of Symonds’ maiden Test century at…
R Ashwin and Matthew Hayden (X Photo) Matthew Hayden commended Ravichandran Ashwin‘s cricketing acumen following the 38-year-old’s retirement from international cricket. Hayden described Ashwin as a ‘smart cricketer.’Ashwin’s retirement announcement surprised many. He declared his decision alongside Indian captain Rohit Sharma.Fans had anticipated a significant announcement. This followed a poignant moment observed between Ashwin and…
Rohit Sharma. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: Legendary Australian batter Matthew Hayden on Monday offered struggling Indian skipper Rohit Sharma a unique piece of advice to regain his lost form — a simple two-word mantra.The former Australian opener emphasised the importance of maintaining energy and intent under pressure, suggesting that Rohit use these “trigger…