Australian all-rounder Pat Cummins became the most expensive foreign player in the history of the Indian Premier League, as Bollywood star Shahrukh Khan's IPL team, Kolkata Knight Riders snapped him up for a whopping ₹15.5 Cr (USD 2.2M). Following a tight tussle between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bangalore, KKR made a late entry to end the scrap with … [Read more...] about Pat Cummins Becomes The Most Expensive Overseas IPL Player In History
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Jacques Kallis Appointed As South Africa’s Batting Consultant
South African legend Jacques Kallis has been named as the national side’s batting consultant ahead of a grueling summer, meaning he’ll join Mark Boucher’s refurbished backroom staff. Having played a similar role for the Kolkata Knight Riders back in 2015, besides being the head coach of the IPL giants, Kallis is someone with considerable experience. Regarded as arguably the … [Read more...] about Jacques Kallis Appointed As South Africa’s Batting Consultant
CSK 2020: Same Policy, Similar Returns?
Chennai Super Kings will enter the auctions with a clear set of plans and the to-dos in front of them. Because no matter what the perception around their squad is at all points of time, the management of the CSK is shrewd enough to have a formulated, well-thought-out plan in front of them. However, for their fans, there is a lot to wonder about. IPL 2018 Comeback & The … [Read more...] about CSK 2020: Same Policy, Similar Returns?
ICC Awards 2019: Ellyse Perry Named As the ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year
Ellyse Perry won the Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Award for the ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year 2019. It was a wonderful year for the Australian champion all-rounder across all the three formats. She also won the ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year 2019. Her teammate, wicket-keeper batter, Alyssa Healy won the ICC Women's T20I Cricketer of the Year 2019. The International … [Read more...] about ICC Awards 2019: Ellyse Perry Named As the ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year
India vs WI: Coach Tarak Sinha Helped Pant Revive His Game
Rishabh Pant, the 22-year-old wicketkeeper, worked on his bat swing and his technique with his club coach Tarak Sinha before the West Indies series. As per the 'Times Of India' report, he along with Tarak Sinha and mentor Devender Sharma focused on sessions of free hitting to clear Pant’s bat swing and balance. Every cricketer goes through a phase where he/she must go back to … [Read more...] about India vs WI: Coach Tarak Sinha Helped Pant Revive His Game
South Africa’s 17-Man Squad For Tests Against England Includes 6 Uncapped Players
The refurbished Mark Boucher-led South Africa has chosen an interesting 17-man squad ahead for the first two matches of the four-game Test series against England, on Monday. As many as six uncapped players are drafted into the setup, including Pieter Malan, Rassie van der Dussen, Dwaine Pretorius, Dane Paterson, Beuran Hendricks and Rudi Second. The South Africans, after a … [Read more...] about South Africa’s 17-Man Squad For Tests Against England Includes 6 Uncapped Players
U-19 Captain Priyam Garg Reveals What Prithvi Shaw Advised Him
India U-19 skipper Priyam Garg has stated that he has been in regular contact with the U-19 World Cup title-holder, Prithvi Shaw. He also revealed what the stylish opener told him ahead of the Under-19 Cricket World Cup. According to Shaw, planning, playing to strengths and a sense of cohesion within the squad’s ranks is the formula behind winning the most prestigious accolade … [Read more...] about U-19 Captain Priyam Garg Reveals What Prithvi Shaw Advised Him
Australia Defeat NZ In 1st Test By 296 runs, Starc Man Of The Match
Australia inflicted a heavy defeat on their Trans-Tasman rivals, as New Zealand lost the first test match of the three-match Test series by 296 runs at the Perth Cricket Stadium (Optus Stadium). The series is a part of the World Test Championship. Mitchell Starc won the man of the match award for his 5/52 in the 1st inning and 4/45 in the 2nd innings. The Kiwis struggled … [Read more...] about Australia Defeat NZ In 1st Test By 296 runs, Starc Man Of The Match
Mark Boucher May Convince AB De Villiers To Come Out Of Retirement
Mark Boucher, who is recently appointed as the South African coach has hinted to ask AB De Villiers to come out of retirement and play for South Africa in the T20 World Cup next year. "When you go to a World Cup, you want your best players playing for you," the former WK batsman told ESPN Cricinfo. "If I feel he is one of your best players, why wouldn't I want to have a … [Read more...] about Mark Boucher May Convince AB De Villiers To Come Out Of Retirement
2019 IND vs WI 1st ODI : Post-Match 5 Talking Points
West Indies team continued their impressive run under Kieron Pollard and stunned the hosts with the 8-wicket win. It was a great day for the West Indies team, Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope and of course for captain Pollard. Winning a T20 match is fine but winning an ODI match against India in India must be a great feeling for the West Indies players and the fans. Let us look at … [Read more...] about 2019 IND vs WI 1st ODI : Post-Match 5 Talking Points
IPL 2020: Ricky Ponting Says Ashwin, Rahane Likely To Do Well On Kotla pitch
The IPL auction is just around the corner and teams are preparing with full enthusiasm. And the discussions and brainstorming on the auction strategies are in full swing for all the IPL teams. Ricky Ponting who is the head coach of the Delhi Capitals had a meeting with the team management and discussed the team’s potential targets for the IPL 2020 season. "We’ve had several … [Read more...] about IPL 2020: Ricky Ponting Says Ashwin, Rahane Likely To Do Well On Kotla pitch
The New Bang-Bang Approach Of Rohit Sharma In T20Is
The Indian limited-overs vice-captain and charismatic opener Rohit Sharma is not only an important cog in the wheel for India to win any tournament but also is equally valuable to the team, as Virat Kohli is, in terms of experience. Rohit Sharma totally rocked the year 2019. He started the year by scoring a magnificent 133 against Australia in Sydney and his form peaked to … [Read more...] about The New Bang-Bang Approach Of Rohit Sharma In T20Is
AUS vs NZ 1st Test Day 2: Starc’s Pink Ball Love Continues, Australia In Control
In the session full of action, Mitchell Starc’s 4-fer put Australia firmly on a driving seat. At the Stumps of Day-2, visitors were tottering at 109/5 with Ross Taylor (66*) being the lone warrior. They are still trailing by 307 runs. If the first two sessions were battle of patience then the last session was full of action, something happening on almost every ball. Pink ball … [Read more...] about AUS vs NZ 1st Test Day 2: Starc’s Pink Ball Love Continues, Australia In Control
Full & Final List Of Players Available for IPL 2020 Auction with Base Price
IPL has announced the list of 332 players who will go under the hammer on 19th December 2019. The highest base reserve price is Rs 2 crore and the lowest is Rs 50 lakh. Seven overseas players have opted to be in the highest base reserve price option. They are Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Chris Lynn, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Dale Steyn & Angelo Mathews. 24 new … [Read more...] about Full & Final List Of Players Available for IPL 2020 Auction with Base Price
Can Bumrah’s Back Pass The Test Against Kohli & Rohit In Vizag?
Indian pace bowler, Jasprit Bumrah is coming back soon, albeit in nets, as he will be joining the team’s net session in Visakhapatnam, before the second ODI against West Indies. The net session would be crucial for Bumrah and the team management as it will help them gauge the progress of the rehab that Bumrah has been undergoing for the stress fracture he suffered on his … [Read more...] about Can Bumrah’s Back Pass The Test Against Kohli & Rohit In Vizag?
