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FIFA World Cup is set to be kicked off tomorrow. The tournament will feature 736 players aiming to showcase their talent. While 23 among…
Very few of the groups in Russia 2018 could boast four legitimate competitors to enter the knockout rounds, but that's exactly what Group H…
Group G at the FIFA world cup boasts some of the world's best players, along with a dark horse for the title. Belgium, England,…
The 2018 FIFA World Cup is set to start in 13 days when hosts Russia will take on Saudi Arabia in the opening match…
The 2018 FIFA World Cup is set to start in 13 days when hosts Russia will take on Saudi Arabia in the opening match…
The 2018 FIFA World Cup is set to start in 13 days when hosts Russia will take on Saudi Arabia in the opening match…
With Arsene Wenger's departure from Arsenal, the last ‘old school' manager has left the English Premier League. The legendary Frenchman, who managed Arsenal for…
The 2018 FIFA World Cup sees the best of world football showcasing their talents, with Australia lining up in Pool C to take on…
The 2018 FIFA World Cup is set to start in just over two weeks, when hosts Russia will take on Saudi Arabia in the…
The 2018 FIFA World Cup is set to start in under 20 days. Hosts Russia will take on Saudi Arabia in the opening match…
Twelve matches are left in this season's IPL. Alongside a highly entertaining tournament, many lesser known players have made a mark. Uncapped Indian players…
Race to become the King of Europe has entered the last lap. Kiev is all set to celebrate crowing of the best European club…
The 2018 edition of the Indian Premier League enters its second half this week. While Kings XI Punjab are the surprise package so far,…
In Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah, the Mumbai Indians had the best retentions. MI came into this auction with a good amount.…
The eleventh season of the Indian Premier League will start on the seventh of April. The return of the Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan…
The eleventh season of Indian Premier League (IPL) will start from the seventh April. The BCCI and cricket fans will be hoping for an…
Coached by Australian Brad Hodge, Kings XI Punjab came into the auction with to revamp their squad. It came as a little surprise as…
Sunrisers Hyderabad came into the IPL auctions after retaining last season's highest run scorer and wicket taker. They spent their money wisely to assemble…
Having qualified for the playoff stages only once, Delhi Daredevils are one of most underperforming sides of the tournament. The squad has a much-changed…
The eleventh season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will start from seventh April. The return of the Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals…
Honestly, I don’t think I am getting carried away. Yes, India lost in England and South Africa, but were competitive for the largest parts of the series – something that had never happened in the past. The side got decimated in New Zealand, but it remains to be seen whether it was blip or not.
This time, hardly anyone gave them a chance to win even before the injuries happened. Ricky Ponting was surprised at how a depleted Indian side won at The Gabba.
I believe that alongside Australia being ordinary, it was also a case of India being disciplined and inspired.
Anyway, India will tour England and South Africa in 2021. Those series could give an idea about where the Indian cricket currently stands on the international scene.
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph is a sign of the new India
Thank you for the responses
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph is a sign of the new India
You’re right. It’s an asset to have such a player in the test side ????
Hanuma Vihari: An old-school cricketer with an indomitable spirit
I would love to see Indian players getting some valuable BBL experience. It will even help India in the T20 format to have better players.
However, I can’t see that happening anytime soon.
I guess a part of it is also about workload management, apart from BCCI wanting to protect its “assets”.
A reason why this practice is going unchallenged by the players or the foreign boards are-
1. Players are getting remunerated quite well;
2. 20% of an overseas IPL player’s fee is paid to the player’s respective cricket board to ensure his availability throughout the season.
(https://www.google.com/amp/s/m.timesofindia.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/bcci-wants-to-cut-ipls-20-foreigner-release-fee/amp_articleshow/74468391.cms)
Ranking the top ten Australians in the 2020 IPL
Yes, he was quite good against Sunrisers Hyderabad (12/1 in 4).
Honestly, I was a bit confused between whether I should include him or Maxwell. However, Zampa’s other two figures read 53/1 in 4 against the Mumbai Indians, and 0/27 in 3 against Rajasthan Royals.
So I eventually leaned more towards Maxwell.
Ranking the top ten Australians in the 2020 IPL
I said ‘pure on-field cricket’.
If you consider the Ashes or India-Australia Pakistan, cricket goes beyond whatever happens on the actual field
Five questions the decisive Sydney Test will finally answer
Hello Niranjan
I agree with your notion. However typically, we won’t tinker with our playing XI and for a reason.
Again, in case if we decide to go with a specialist batsman, I’d rather have Rahul instead of Vijay, that too in middle order. I remember it was suggested in Indian media before the series began as well.
Five questions the decisive Sydney Test will finally answer
Honestly, if Smith and Warner do come back and Starc- Cummins- Hazlewood stay fit, Australia can be strong contenders for the semifinals
SWOT analysis of the Australian ODI squad against South Africa
Technically there won’t be a quarterfinal. 10 teams will play against each other, with every team playing 9 matches. Finally last 4 will make it to the semis.
According to me, if the World Cup was to be played today; England and India would have certainly made through. New Zealand usually perform brilliantly in ICC tournaments; hence them and a team among Australia, South Africa and Pakistan.
If Gayle, Russell and Lewis play, West Indies should pull off some wins and may become the Kingmakers of the tournament as well.
SWOT analysis of the Australian ODI squad against South Africa
Thanks a lot Paul, for your feedback.
I agree that even in a society as ‘developed’ as ours, we constantly attach a stigma to mental health related issues. I hope that it changes soon.
Finally, I really respect Will and Cricket Victoria that they have decided to handle this situation the way it should be handled. Hope he comes back soon.
An open letter to Will Pucovski
Thank you Gatesy for your kinds words. I hope so too that Will gets back soon, stronger and wiser.
An open letter to Will Pucovski
Yes, I agree with your point. Players’ safety, be it physical or emotional is the most important aspect of any sport.
An open letter to Will Pucovski
Well, he needs time as per me. Faulkner has got redundant in terms of his bowling.
He has good variations, can be a good asset for the Aussies.
Australian selectors to blame for ODI carnage
Also, I was wondering, where has Pattinson gone? I know he has been injury- prone, but he is talented enough to get straight into the fold of Australia’s team when he is fit!
Australian selectors to blame for ODI carnage
I believe that Tye is one of the best limited overs bowlers in Australia (perhaps just next to Cummins, Starc and Hazlewood in any order). His variations and consistency make him a better bowler than Faulkner, Behrendorff, Tremain or even NC-N (Though NC-N’s all rounder capabilities make him valuable). His failure in this series is costing the Aussies dearly.
Australian selectors to blame for ODI carnage
Thanks a lot!
haha, I agree with your point as well. Hoping for an entertaining World Cup!
FIFA World Cup 2018: Group F
I understand what you are trying to say.
However, I am trying to make a point that Germany’s strength, unlike Brazil, Argentina or even France has been their performances as a team than any individual heroics.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Group F
“So far, the BCCI has refused to release any Indian players to play in the Big Bash, presumably to protect the IPL.” Another reason for this is to keep players fresh to represent India.
While the stance can be debated, a comparatively lesser exposure to domestic T20 leagues is coming at a price; India- the home of IPL is yet to master T20 form of cricket as they would have liked.
Big Bash to big cash: The IPL is taking over cricket
Hello Paul
I understand your point. However, especially under Kohli, India have typically gone with 5 stable bowling options, 5 batsmen and a wicket keeper.
What has happened is, the 5 batsmen perform well, and then Jadeja (when he plays) and Ashwin come handy with the bat too… So I went with the same formula; only Sundar coming in for Jadeja.
About Sundar, it is being discussed whether India could go with Axar Patel (who’s a better batsman) or Hardik Pandya (if he can bowl). I chose Sundar because after his exploits at the Gabba, he is likely to get an opportunity.
Predicting India's line-up for the first Test against England