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India vs Australia 2020: 3 reasons why the hosts will defeat the kangaroos in Bengaluru
The energy and excitement from India's comprehensive win over Australia in the second ODI in Rajkot continue to reverberate across the country. The stage is set for a nail-biting series decider in Bengaluru on January 19, 2020. Fans, observers, and cricket analysts are busy dissecting India's most recent win.
3 Greatest IPL Captains of all time
The festivities are about to begin. The next edition of the IPL is around the corner. Players around the world are busy auditioning for a lucrative IPL contract as team scouts are scouring the horizon to find the next diamond in the rough. IPL's growth has been simply sensational. Mccullum's 158 runs off 73 balls in the first match of the IPL was the perfect kick-off to the high-octane brand of cricket that the IPL represents.
Despite loss against New Zealand, don't write off Pakistan just yet
Pakistan's home series against New Zealand has finally ended. The series started off as a relatively easy assignment against the Kiwis at home but, in the end, it turned out to be a disappointing loss. Next, for Pakistan, is a Test and limited-overs series in South Africa.
Australia vs India 2018: Weak Australian batting on full display in first Test
Australia v India - Preview Press Conference More The talk in cricket circles prior to the Australia-India series focused on how weak this Australian team seemed in comparison to teams in the past. However, the Indian fans and cricket watchers expressed cautious optimism given Australia's tremendous home record in general, and particularly against India.
3 reasons why Pakistan must remove Sarfraz Ahmed as captain
New Zealand v Pakistan - 2nd T20 More There's been a long trail of criticism of Sarfraz Ahmed's captaincy. Admittedly, some of it is justified and some not as much. There is no question that Sarfraz has matured as captain and it can be argued that some of the positive results that Pakistan has achieved can at least be partly attributed to his leadership.
Australia vs India 2018-19: It's time for Rohit Sharma to step up in Test cricket
India's first Test against Australia is mere hours away, and the jitters must have hit the players right about now. The buzz this time around in Australia is a bit different though; missing are the bold and insulting statements coming from former and current Australian players. Is this because Australia are attempting to be more civil, or is there some trepidation in their camp?
Australia vs India 2018-19: 3 captaincy flaws Virat Kohli must rectify for India to win the Test series
The India vs Australia Test series is less than a week away, and professional prognosticators and cricket fans are busy analyzing the batting and bowling capabilities of both teams. India are clearly going into this series full of confidence, but also with a higher than usual burden of expectations on their shoulders. The reasons for the higher expectations this time around are justified. India's much-maligned bowling is looking formidable, and the batting looks as strong as ever.
Australia vs India 2018-19: 3 traps Indian batsmen must avoid in the first Test
The much-anticipated first Test between India and Australia is only about a week away. The match is scheduled to be played at the Adelaide Oval, and the excitement has reached fever pitch. The Adelaide Oval has historically offered batting-friendly pitches, and India batted reasonably well during their last visit in 2014 when they posted scores over 400 and 300 in the first and second innings respectively. The problem then was that India's bowlers didn't deliver.
3 Legends who changed Indian cricket
India v Sri Lanka - 2011 ICC World Cup Final More Never has cricket been bigger in India than it is today. While the sport has always been woven in the fabric of India's culture, its rise to the pinnacle can largely be attributed to three significant phases in its history. The transformation of a nation from being a mere participant in the arena of international cricket to become a giant that rules the jungle is a fascinating story the likes of which the world of cricket has never seen before.
Why India should replace Ravi Shastri
Australia v India - T20 More Cricket has evolved to become a fast-paced sport designed to deliver instant gratification to its large audiences. Moreover, the introduction of leading-edge technology into the game has provided opportunities for teams to study and catch-up with some of the tactics and strategies that their opponents employ on the field. The role of the support staff has also expanded.
Why selecting the best Test XI of all time is a futile exercise
While sipping a latte at a coffee shop recently, I couldn't help but overhear two friends passionately debating over who deserved to be included in their best Test XI of all time. One justified his selections on the basis of the overall batting/bowling averages, and the other argued in favor of those who performed better in away Tests. That got me thinking on what my best XI composition would be like. At first, I was easily able to rattle off names that I thought were obvious shoo-ins.
Is the Pakistan Super League a top-tier league?
The rise of T20 franchise leagues around the world is an indication of the growth of the T20 brand of cricket. The Indian Premier League (IPL) is the biggest, most popular league that has captured the attention and interest of a big chunk of the Indian cricket loving population. The Big Bash League (BBL) has also succeeded in carving out a niche for itself and has established itself as a popular league in Australia. Apart from these two, many other leagues have popped up around the world.
3 reasons why India will win Test series against Australia
BORDER-GAVASKAR TROPHY! More The much awaited India vs Australia series is about to kick off. The tour starts with the first of 3 T20Is on Nov. 21, 2018. This time around the four-Test series is sandwiched between the T20I and ODI series. Importantly, there is a practice match scheduled before the start of the Test series. As is usually the case, India carries with it the burden of expectations of a billion people.
Top 5 Greatest Test Cricket bowlers of all time
GREATEST OF ALL TIME! More The debate about who the five greatest Test bowlers of all time can be an unending one. That's because greatness is not determined by sheer statistics alone. In fact, to be called a great, a bowler needs to have demonstrated the ability to be dominant over great batting line-ups in all types of conditions, put up consistent performances over a long period of time, and possess that x-factor that terrifies batsmen every time he marks his run-up to bowl.
World Cup 2019: Pakistan are the ultimate underdogs going into the competition
ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 More The 2019 World Cup is now only a few months away. Teams have been preparing for it for a good part of two years now. Each team aims to have their best players fit and their combinations sorted to be able to mount a formidable challenge for the title. The conditions in England will play a large part in determining who the winner will be. The format in this World Cup is such that each team will have to play every other team at least once.
Can India beat Australia in their backyard?
One of India's most awaited tours of the year is to begin in a little over ten days. The tour to Australia was one of three overseas tours that coach Ravi Shastri told us at the start of the year was going to define the character of this team. The other two were the tours to South Africa and England. Unfortunately, India failed to win either of the two series. Now, the pressure is on India to deliver in Australia. They have to salvage what's left of their season.
5 greatest all-rounders of all time
One of the most valuable members of a cricket team is an all-rounder. Every team tries to achieve that optimal team balance by choosing an all-rounder in their side. However, as much as it is desirable to have an all-rounder in your side, a good, reliable all-rounder is a rare breed. In fact, they are so rare that only a handful of all-rounders have succeeded in having a meaningful impact on their team's fortunes.
Do India have a realistic chance of winning the World Cup in 2019?
Every team is busy trying to figure out their combination for the ICC World Cup 2019 to be held in England and Wales. Teams from the sub-continent are particularly aware that the playing conditions will be challenging and for them to excel in those conditions they must ensure that they have a combination of players that have the experience of having played there before.
3 keys to Pakistan beating New Zealand in the ODI series
The debate about Pakistan's form in ODIs continues to rage. The glory and elation of the Champions Trophy win in 2017 has faded. The focus now is on the ICC World Cup in 2019. Pakistan's performance in the recently concluded Asia Cup left many of its supporters worried about the team's prospects of having a chance to win the World Cup. Post the Asia Cup, the ever vibrant cricket savvy media in Pakistan started zeroing in on captain Sarfraz's poor run with the bat.
Can Kohli be called a greater batsman than Bradman?
Sir Donald Bradman is on top of most people's greatest batsman of all time list. He has an incredible career batting average of 99.94 and no batsman, in modern or olden times, has an average even approaching that phenomenal number. Based on his batting average, it is generally accepted today that Bradman is the greatest batsman of all time.
3 greatest Indian cricketers of all time
To say cricket in India is a passion is an understatement. In fact, it is a little bit more than that. When India plays an international game, millions are glued to their TV sets cheering their team on. It's every little boy's dream in India to become an international cricketer. Lanes, alleys, and cricket grounds around the country are filled with young aspirants imitating their cricketing heroes.
Should Sarfraz Ahmed be axed as captain of Pakistan?
The recently-concluded Asia Cup 2018 gave us an opportunity to assess how Pakistan's preparation for the World Cup is coming along. It was just about a year ago, when Pakistan surprisingly won the Champions Trophy, that fans and others were expressing admiration over how the Pakistan team was gelling before the World Cup. The reality is that Pakistan's performance leading up to the Champions Trophy had also been shaky and unconvincing.
The India vs Pakistan case: Who will win?
A long-awaited arbitration hearing set up by the ICC to resolve a dispute between India and Pakistan has concluded. The hearing was held in Dubai from October 1 to October 3, 2018. A three-member panel comprising of distinguished legal minds- Michael Beloff, Jan Paulsson, and Dr. Annabelle Bennette- heard arguments from the lawyers of both sides. BCCI and PCB agreed back in 2014 that over a period of eight years - from 2015 to 2023- the two teams would play six series.
Should Hafeez become captain of Pakistan?
Pakistan's ODI form has become a renewed area of concern for the team management. The World Cup is around the corner and the team's performance in the recently concluded Asia Cup indicates that instead of progressing, the team is alarmingly regressing into mediocrity. To fix its woes, Pakistan has to first re-assess the competency and compatibility of the current captain- Sarfraz Ahmed.
3 Reasons why Pakistan should fire Mickey Arthur
One of the consistent themes associated with Pakistan cricket has been its inconsistent performance. Pakistan's opponents, particularly those ranked higher than them, have always viewed Pakistan as a "dangerous" opponent. On a given day, Pakistan is deemed capable of beating any opponent while on another day it's capable of losing to any team. Mickey Arthur's appointment as Pakistan's head coach in 2016 was meant to transform the team into a consistently good performer.
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