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A World Cup will be the icing on the cake for this Indian cricket team: Bharat Arun
Bharat Arun (left) with Indian team Head Coach Ravi Shastri and Captain Virat Kohli Indian cricket team bowling coach, Bharat Arun revealed how India were looking to improve on their recent dubious record of losing in ICC tournaments, especially at the semi-final stage. He also opened up on the Indian cricket team's defeats in the two-Test series against the Black Caps in New Zealand earlier this year.
'Fitness helps but you need to perform as a batsman': Mohammed Azharuddin on the Yo-Yo Test
Mohammed Azharuddin feels that the primary focus of players should be to perform on the field Former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin has stated that the primary focus of players should be to perform well on the field. In an exclusive chat with Indranil Basu on the Sportskeeda Cricket page on Facebook, Azharuddin expressed his satisfaction at seeing better fitness standards in the Indian team recently.
VVS Laxman was unlucky not to play a World Cup, feels Mohammed Azharuddin
Mohammed Azharuddin (left) feels VVS Laxman's abilities on the field let him down and became a huge hurdle in his bid for WC selection. Former Indian captain Mohammed Azharuddin thinks that middle-order batsman VVS Laxman was unlucky not to feature in a World Cup during his career. He also went on to explain how his fielding abilities could have come in the way of his selection in the limited-overs side.
Nikhil Chopra feels Virat Kohli should remain captain in all formats of the game
Former India cricketer Nikhil Chopra believes that Virat Kohli should continue to captain India in all formats of the game, despite growing pressures from different quarters as far as T20 leadership is concerned. During a live session hosted on Sportskeeda's Facebook page, Chopra asserted the importance of having only one man as captain of the Indian cricket team.
Indian cricket team could play overseas series in Sri Lanka
The Indian cricket team's return to field depends on the government's directives The COVID-19 pandemic has put a halt to almost all cricketing fixtures across the globe. Apart from the bilateral series' getting a hit, mega-events like the IPL also bore the brunt of the worldwide restrictions necessitated by the crisis. Even the fate of the T20 World Cup scheduled later this year hangs in the balance.
Top 10 accidental assist catches in cricket
India's catching in the historic pink-ball Test match was quite brilliant There have been instances in cricket when catches have been fumbled hilariously and dropped. But there have also been occurrences when a chain of events or lucky deflections resulted in bizarre 'assisted' catches. This type of catch is not uncommon in cricket history and does not contravene the laws of the game. On that note, let us take a look at the top 10 accidental assist catches in cricket history.
"Indian women's team were a confident bunch in the T20 WC despite Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana's failures", feels Anjum Chopra
Anjum Chopra is happy by Indian women's team's performances but expects much more The Indian women's team has been performing well over the last few years. The emergence of young stars from the youth and academy level from across the country is an encouraging sign. The recent ICC women's T20 WC was a prime example of the young generation's coming of age. Yes, they may have faltered when it mattered the most but the performances they put as a team earned them a special place in every fan's heart.
"MS Dhoni would've decided his retirement date a few years back itself", feels Anjum Chopra
MS Dhoni (left) and Anjum Chopra As the cricketing world battles an indefinite halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many players and fans have turned to their favourite memories of the sport to keep them going. Sportskeeda took this opportunity to hang out with a cricketing great who is continuing to spread her insights through commentaary. Anjum Chopra, a art of Indian women's cricket folklore, has a sharp cricketing brain that helped India become a ruthless force in overseas conditions.
Top 10 funniest dropped catches in cricket history
Saeed Ajmal and Umar Akmal Catching is one aspect of cricket that needs immense training to perfect. The more a cricketer trains, the more confident he/she becomes in taking tough catches in crunch situations. However, misunderstanding with a teammate and other reasons beyond a fielder's control may give rise to situations that produce funny catch drops. Time and again we have seen even the best fielders in the game drop sitters.
5 batting pairs who had a poor understanding of running between the wickets
Sanath Jayasuriya (left) and Romesh Kaluwitharana Batting pairs who are historically poor in running between the wickets make for an interesting read because it does not necessarily reflect upon their cricketing talent. Mostly a failure to communicate, the consequences of which are sometimes historical, sometimes heartbreaking but almost always comic. A statistical deep dive into these pairings is bound to throw up a few usual suspects, but there might be a few pairings that will surprise you.
5 memorable friendly rivalries within a team
Between 1988 to 2000, the Curtly Ambrose-Courtney Walsh rivalry created havoc. Striving for greatness at the professional level may end up creating rifts among teammates. If two players share the same intensity and attributes then their chances of becoming friendly adversaries increase. Successful partners helping the team's cause, these top performers also enjoy a healthy rivalry that helped them strive for perfection.
5 cricketers who took the World Cup by storm but then faded into obscurity
Geoff Allott of New Zealand Good Performances in a World Cup go a long way in shaping careers. Time and again, we have seen players turn into heroes after match-winning outings in a particular edition of the Cup. However, there are some instances where, even after great performances in the top competition, players have been lost to obscurity. After phenomenal displays of skill and attitude, the highs of a World Cup have quickly turned into lows post the tournament.
10 best wicketkeeper-batsmen in history
This list has three names from Australia and two from Sri Lanka. The role of a wicket-keeper has been defined and re-defined by several players in different eras. With time, a keeper handy with the bat was regarded as an ideal choice by most teams. However, players with a balance of keeping and batting skills went a long way in their careers at the highest level. Some of them left a long-lasting impression on the game of cricket and are still regarded as one of the best in the department.
How good is Yuzvendra Chahal at chess?
Photo Credit: Special Arrangement, The Hindu India leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal possesses a plethora of variations in his bowling arsenal. If a flipper doesn't get the batsman out, the googly has the potential to bamboozle him. A regular member of the Indian limited-overs side as well as the Royal Challengers Bangalore brigade in IPL, Chahal has emerged as the linchpin of the spin-bowling attacks of these teams.
Ishan Porel: "It will be a dream come true if I get Kohli's wicket."
Ishan Porel has been in terrific form this domestic season and is tipped for more significant things soon [Credits: SK exclusive] Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury, a partial tear in his left knee, a Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) injury, and a side strain: A list of career-threatening injures no aspiring pacer would like to associate himself with. A 21-year-old going by the name of Ishan Porel has battled them all.
5 best instances of sportsmanship in cricket
New Zealand team were lauded for their sportsmanship during the 2019 Cricket World Cup. Cricket is a sport renowned for its technicalities. The skills to master the game differ with every aspect of the sport, whether it be batting, bowling, wicket-keeping, or even fielding. It takes years of practice and commitment to master these skills. However, a few aspects of the game are outside the ambit of the coaching manual.
5 famous hit-wicket dismissals in cricket history
AB de Villiers getting out hit-wicket against Shaun Tait. In cricket, getting dismissed hit-wicket tops the list of one of the most embarrassing ways for a batsman to get out. It may or may not occur due to the bowler's skill as seen on several occasions.
5 famous handled-the-ball dismissals
Steve Waugh against India Dismissals hurt. Ask any batsman, and they will articulate this in the saddest of terms. One such form is 'handled the ball'. According to Law 33 of the Laws of Cricket established by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). A batsman could be given out for handling the ball if, while playing a delivery, the batsman intentionally touched the ball with one or both of their hands not holding the bat. It is regarded as one of the most unusual ways of getting out.
5 memorable revenge moments in cricket
S Sreeshanth's animated celebration against South Africa. If cricket wasn't a non-contact sport, one thing's for sure- All hell would have broken loose! The constant battle between the bowler and the batsman to outwit and out-think each other often leads to heated altercations. On most occasions, the umpires have to step in and mediate the proceedings to keep the sanctity of the 'gentleman's game'.
10 most bizarre run-outs in cricket history
'Cricket is a funny old game.' Over the years, many cricketers have used this saying in bizarre yet comical situations. Despite playing at the highest of levels on the national and the international stages, they have found themselves stuck in embarrassing situations in front of jam-packed stadiums and live coverage.
5 highest match aggregates in ODIs
Makhaya Ntini and Herschelle Gibbs The second oldest format of the game, ODI cricket has had quite a fascinating journey over the years. Changes in white-ball cricket are something the ICC has been continuously experimenting with, and along with that the players and in-game strategies have evolved too. At the beginning of the century, many experts considered ODI cricket to be a dying format. But with the advent of T20 cricket, the ODI format was blessed with a new freshness.
List of real cricket stars and their hilarious names in EA Cricket 07
EA Sports released a series of video/digital games relating to the game of cricket, known as EA Cricket 07. In the first decade of this century, EA Sports released a series of video/digital games relating to the game of cricket known as EA Cricket 07. It was designed to be played on platforms such as Microsoft Windows as well as PlayStation 2. However, despite there being a market for cricket games to prosper, EA Cricket failed to live up to the expectations of the fans.
Cricket News Today: Saurashtra's outgoing coach and Cheteshwar Pujara want Jaydev Unadkat playing for India, Brad Hogg backs Rohit Sharma to score a T20I double-ton and more - 16th March 2020
Jaydev Unadkat took 67 wickets this season at an amazing average of just 13.23 Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories doing the rounds in the cricketing world today. First up is Saurashtra's outgoing coach Karsan Ghavri and Cheteshwar Pujara wanting Jaydev Unadkat to play for India, followed by Brad Hogg backing Rohit Sharma to become first to score a T20I double-hundred.
Cricket News Today: MS Dhoni credits CSK for helping him improve as an individual, IPL prize money reduced by 50 per cent and more - 4th March 2020
'Thala' spoke how CSK helped him grow on and off the field, assisting in handling tough situations better Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories doing the rounds in the cricketing world today. First up is MS Dhoni crediting CSK for helping him improve as an individual, followed by news that the prize money for winners, finalists andteams that have qualified for the playoff's in the IPL getting reduced by 50%.
Ranji Trophy 2019-20 | Reliving the star-studded final of 2006-07 when Bengal faced Mumbai
Sachin Tendulkar hit a 100 in the first innings There's no denying that it has been a long wait for Bengal cricket to make a mark since they last reached the Ranji Trophy final. 13 seasons of its fair shares of failures, disappointments, and controversies. But now they are in the final. Going over the toughest hurdle of defeating the double defending champions Karnataka, who were gunning for a third consecutive domestic title.
Cricket News Today: Mayank Agarwal drops out of Top 10 Test batsmen rankings, Ellyse Perry ruled out of World Cup and more - 3rd March 2020
Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories doing the rounds in the cricketing world today. First up is Mayank Agarwal dropping out of the Top 10 Test batsmen's rankings, followed by Ellyse Perry being ruled out of ongoing Women's T20 World Cup with a hamstring injury. Tim Southee calls Virat Kohli 'a passionate guy' after his outburst in the second Test while Alex Carey is excited to work with Ricky Ponting during his stint with the Delhi Capitals as part of IPL 2020.
CSK Team 2020 Player List: Full Chennai Super Kings squad For IPL 2020
On March 2nd, MS Dhoni was spotted training with the Indian players associated with Chennai Super Kings in the wee hours of the day. After a sabbatical-kind of an extended break, MS Dhoni is returning much fitter and hopefully hungrier to perform to the best of his abilities.
Cricket News Today: Virat Kohli snaps at reporter, Faf du Plessis named in South Africa's ODI squad for India series and more - 2nd March 2020
A cricket fan with Virat Kohli's banner in New Zealand Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories doing the r in the cricketing world today. First up is Virat Kohli snapping at a reporter over aggressive Kane Williamson send-off, followed by the return of Faf du Plessis to the ODI fold for the India series.
Cricket News Today: Ishant Sharma likely to miss Christchurch Test, Glenn McGrath believes Brian Lara was slightly harder to bowl to than Sachin Tendulkar and more - 28th February 2020
Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is Ishant Sharma, who is likely to miss the Christchurch Test, followed by Glenn McGrath revealing why Brian Lara was a tougher batsman to bowl to than Sachin Tendulkar. Virat Kohli backs Prithvi Shaw despite the opener's unimpressive performance while Ravi Shastri is hopeful of the team learning from the Wellington defeat.
New Zealand vs India 2020 | India only as good as the pitch on foreign soil?
After a brilliant run at the Test Championship, India have been handed a heavy defeat by the Kiwis. Last time an Indian outfit faced New Zealand in Christchurch, they suffered the same fate as the current Indian team did at the Basin Reserve in Christchurch - a 10 wicket mauling. The year was 1990 and under captain Mohammad Azharuddin, India were run-over by a talented and dangerous home team led by former India coach John Wright.
Cricket News Today: David Warner reinstated as SRH captain, KKR's Pravin Tambe barred from participating in IPL 2020 and more - 27th February 2020
David Warner is fourth on the list of top-run getters in IPL behind Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina, and Rohit Sharma Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is David Warner getting reinstated as SRH captain followed by KKR's Pravin Tambe being officially barred from participating in IPL 2020.
Cricket News Today: Virat Kohli drops down in Test rankings, India to play Pakistan at Sharjah Stadium and more - 24th February 2020
Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is Virat Kohli slipping in the Test batting rankings after poor show against New Zealand, followed by India playing Pakistan at Sharjah. Pragyan Ojha praised MS Dhoni while Smriti Mandhana backed Shafali Verma's aggressive playing style. And lastly, Australia announced squads for ODIs against South Africa and New Zealand. Here is a look at all those stories in detail.
Decoding Shafali Verma's prodigious start in international cricket
She has broken a record belonging to Sachin Tendulkar (the youngest Indian to score a fifty), she's batting for equal pay for the women's team, and now she's aiming for her maiden World Cup triumph in Australia. That's quite a handful for a 16-year-old. Yes, 16.
South African captaincy has seen the unleashing of Quinton de Kock
Quinton de Kock averages more than 50 as captain of South Africa Johannesburg. Durban. Centurion. 3 venues. 3 centuries. 1 man. In a matter of one week, world champions India were swept away by 'Quinny'. A series whitewash was avoided in Centurion thanks to the thundershowers at the SuperSport Park. But for the Indians, the storm had already hit in the form of Quinton de Kock.
Cricket News Today: Kohli cites lack of runs as reason for defeat, former cricketer wants Dhoni to play 2023 World Cup and more - 24th February 2020
New Zealand won the Wellington Test by 10 wickets Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is Virat Kohli citing lack of runs as a reason for India's defeat in the first Test against New Zealand, followed by former cricketer wanting MS Dhoni to play 2020 ICC World T20 and 2023 CWC.
Cricket News Today: Ishant Sharma joins Zaheer Khan in elite list, Mayank Agarwal impresses Scott Styris and more - 23rd February 2020
Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is Ishant Sharma joining Zaheer Khan in an elite list, followed by Mayank Agarwal impressing Scott Styris. Sanjay Manjrekar questions Indian bowlers' tactics while Kyle Jamieson equals world-record for hitting most sixes on Test debut. And lastly, Gujarat Cricket Association confirms the 'Namaste Trump' event is not for Motera Stadium inauguration.
Workhorse spearhead and leader | Ishant Sharma's performance analysis in away Tests
Ishant Sharma took five-fer in the first innings of the 1st Test against NZ. Currently the leader of this Indian attack in Test match cricket, Ishant Sharma is a mentor and an inspiration. Standing at the cusp of 300 Test wickets in slowly-approaching 100 Tests, Ishant Sharma portrays the right kind of image for youngsters itching to take up fast bowling.
Cricket News Today: Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan, Mohammed Shami and Kuldeep Yadav set to be part of Asia XI, Ashton Agar heaps praise on 'rockstar' Ravindra Jadeja and more - 22nd February 2020
Virat Kohli is set to be a part of the Asia XI team which will take on the World XI in Dhaka in March Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan, Mohammed Shami, and Kuldeep Yadav set to be part of Asia XI, followed by Ashton Agar praising 'rockstar' Ravindra Jadeja.
Poonam Yadav: India's pocket-sized dynamite
Poonam Yadav claimed 35 wickets at an astonishing average of 14.91 in 25 innings in 2018 Poonam Yadav was awarded the Arjuna Award in 2019, an honor bestowed by the Indian government to outstanding individual achievements in sports. Along with Ravindra Jadeja, Yadav made it to the list after some clinical performances home and away. The numbers stacked by Yadav won't let you skip a beat or bring you to the edge of your seats.
Cricket News Today: Pragyan Ojha announces retirement, Mayank Agarwal praises Kyle Jamieson and more - 21st February 2020
Pragyan Ojha represented India in 24 Tests, 18 ODIs and six T20Is Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is Pragyan Ojha announcing retirement from all forms of the game, followed by the Indian women winning a thriller against the Australian women to kickstart their 2020 T20 World Cup in style.
New Zealand vs India 2020 | All you need to know about 6'8" tall New Zealand pacer Kyle Jamieson
Kyle Jamieson with the One-Day Ford Trophy Kyle Jamieson is as tall as a cricketer gets. At 6 feet 8 inches or 2.03 meters, Jamieson is in a unique list of super-tall international cricketers that include Pakistan's Mohammad Irfan, Joel Garner of West Indies, and Aussie Bruce Reid. Jamieson caught everyone's eye when he took seven wickets in four matches at an economy of 4.51 in the 2014 Under-19 World Cup in the UAE, finishing as the second-highest wicket-taker for the Kiwis.
Cricket News Today: All-Star game unlikely to happen before start of IPL, Virat Kohli’s men on the verge of creating record and more - 20th February 2020
Virat Kohli (left) and MS Dhoni (right) Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is the IPL All-Star game getting called off, followed by the Indian team on the verge of creating another record. Neil Wagner has been ruled out of the first Test versus India while Kane Williamson to reveal the playing XI after one last look at the pitch. And lastly, Umar Akhal getting suspended under PCB’s anti-corruption code.
Cricket News Today: Virat Kohli insists he will play all formats for three more years, IPL franchises want to play abroad and more - 19th February 2020
Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is Virat Kohli insisting to play all formats for three more years, followed by IPL franchises wanting to play abroad in the offseason. Kohli wants Prithvi Shaw to follow in the footsteps of Mayank Agarwal while Ravi Bishnoi expresses his excitement to learn under Anil Kumble. And lastly, Shane Bond reckons that India will find it hard to beat New Zealand in their den.
Cricket News Today: Sachin Tendulkar wins Laureus award, England and Australia players set to miss start of IPL and more - 18th February 2020
Sachin Tendulkar gave an emotional speech after winning the Laureus Sporting Moment award Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is Sachin Tendulkar winning the Laureus Sporting Moment Award, followed by news of the English, Australian and New Zealand players missing the start of IPL 2020.
ICC 2020 Women's T20 World Cup: Full schedule, squads, groups, venues, live streaming, telecast details, when and where to watch
ICC 2020 Women's T20 World Cup Trophy The much-awaited ICC 2020 Women's T20 World Cup is all set to begin from February 21 in Australia. With 10 nations participating in the tournament, teams have been divided into two groups of five each. Top two teams from each group will contest in the semi-finals scheduled for March 5th at the Sydney Cricket Ground before the final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on March 8.
Cricket News Today: Sachin Tendulkar to lead star-studded Indian Legends' squad, Steve Waugh praises Virat Kohli and more - 17th February 2020
Sachin Tendulkar at the Bushfire Cricket Bash – Ponting XI v Gilchrist XI Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is Sachin Tendulkar leading a star-studded Road Safety World Series 2020 side, followed by Steve Waugh speaking highly of Virat Kohli over D/N Tests. Sourav Ganguly affirmed that India will play more of D/N Tests in the future while Faf du Plessis relinquished his captaincy from ODIs and Tests.
IPL 2020 Schedule: Complete Time Table, Match Timings, Fixture details & PDF download of Full Schedule
The 13th edition of the Indian Premier League will kick off at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium in a rematch of the 2019 IPL final between Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians and MS Dhoni-mentored Chennai Super Kings. The final of the tournament will also be held at the Wankhede on 24th May. The biggest change in the IPL schedule is the removal of doubleheaders on Saturdays. All six doubleheaders in this edition of the IPL have been scheduled on Sundays.
Cricket News Today: IPL 2020 set to be delayed, Rohit Sharma confident of Test return and more - 14th February 2020
Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is the confusion surrounding the commencement of IPL 2020, followed by Rohit Sharma speaking on his chances in Test Cricket. Cheteshwar Pujara and Hanuma Vihari score big in the warm-up match and Ravi Shastri demanding ruthlessness in the upcoming two-match Test series. And lastly, Rajasthan Royals are set to play two IPL games in Assam's Barsapara Cricket Stadium.
Cricket News Today: Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers' role in KL Rahul's rise, Glenn Maxwell ruled out of SA tour and more - 12th February 2020
AB de Villiers (left) and Virat Kohli (right) Hello and welcome to the daily round-up of all the major stories happening in the cricketing world today. First up is the role of Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers in KL Rahul's recent rise, followed by Glenn Maxwell getting ruled out of the entire SA tour due to injury. Harmanpreet Kaur reveals her motivation secret while Hardik Pandya is set to return to cricket. And lastly, US President Donald Trump to inaugurate the new Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Neil Wagner | Warhorse and a smiling assassin that awaits India
When the cricket nuffies were still digesting some tough cookies thrown at the Aussies in the 2019 Ashes, the Kiwis were brewing their mix of toughness in the form of Neil Wagner. A riveting watch. As I recall the ball-by-ball action of the Blackcaps taking on an ominous-looking Australian side Down Under, one that featured last year's best Test batsman and Steven Smith.
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