Cricket

NEW DELHI: Veteran Indian leg-spinner Piyush Chawla believes Shubman Gill and Ruturaj Gaikwad are the players who can take over from Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma when the two India greats retire from international cricket. Chawla shared his thoughts on Shubhankar Mishra’s podcast, calling both young batters “special players.”Kohli and Rohit recently retired from T20Is…

A busy home and away Test run is lined up for India, starting with the Test series at home against Bangladesh and concluding with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, with the World Test Championship (WTC) final scheduled to begin on June 11 next year at the Lord’s Cricket Ground in London. So in nine months…

NEW DELHI: In an unexpected development, wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has featured in the playing XI of the India C team in the Duleep Trophy’s second round, which started on Thursday. His inclusion came as a surprise due to his earlier withdrawal from the tournament because of a groin injury.The confusion began when Kishan, a regular…

NEW DELHI: On September 12 in 2023, India captain Rohit Sharma became the second fastest batter to reach 10,000 runs in ODIs, achieving this remarkable milestone during the Asia Cup match against Sri Lanka in Colombo.The Indian captain reached the landmark in just 241 innings, trailing only the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, who accomplished the feat…

NEW DELHI: Michael Holding, one of the most feared and respected fast bowlers in cricket history, earned the iconic nickname ‘Whispering Death‘ during his playing days. It wasn’t just Holding’s blistering pace that sent shivers down the spines of batsmen; it was his almost silent, effortless approach to the bowling crease that gave him this…

NEW DELHI: Veteran Indian spinner Piyush Chawla commended Rohit Sharma for his exceptional captaincy skills and unwavering dedication to the Mumbai Indians franchise. He highlighted Rohit’s steadfast loyalty and the tireless effort he put forth for the team’s success.Chawla emphasized how Rohit’s leadership played a crucial role in guiding Mumbai Indians to numerous victories.In the…

NEW DELHI: Archie Vaughan, the teenage son of former England captain Michael Vaughan, took 11 wickets to lead Somerset to victory over Surrey in the County Championship on Thursday. The 18-year-old off-spinner, playing in only his second Championship game, took 5 for 38 in 32 overs as Surrey were bowled out for 109, chasing a…

NEW DELHI: Star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya sparked curiosity among fans on Thursday when he shared a video on Instagram story showcasing his bowling skills with the red ball during a practice session in England.The 30-year-old’s footage of bowling with the red cherry generated significant interest and speculation on social media platforms, particularly considering his…

NEW DELHI: Legendary Rahul Dravid is often called ‘The Wall‘ and its because of his exceptional defensive skills and unwavering reliability as a batsman. The story behind this nickname is a testament to his playing style and impact on the game.Early Days and ReputationDravid’s journey in the Indian cricket team began at The Lord’s in…

NEW DELHI: Pakistan batter Azam Khan first gained attention in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), where he showcased his ability to turn games around with his powerful shots.Despite his impressive skills, Azam faced scrutiny in the early stages of his career due to concerns about his fitness levels. This issue has also been a significant…