India’s Test opener Murali Vijay, in an interaction with the media during the national team’s camp in Bangalore, speaks about Anil Kumble, former team director Ravi Shastri, what lies ahead for the team, Virat Kohli-Kumble combo, and more. Here’s the excerpts: On first practice session with Anil Kumble It has been a couple of good […]
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Cap on U-19 World Cup Outings Will Help in Curbing Age-tinkering says Rahul Dravid
India’s Under-19 coach Rahul Dravid strongly believes that the recent decision by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) working committee to put a cap on players getting only one shot at junior level World Cup will prevent age tinkering by players. Ravindra Jadeja (2006 and 2008), Vijay Zol (2012 and 2014), Sandeep Sharma […]
ENGLAND vs SRI LANKA 4th ODI REVIEW : JASON ROY STARS AS ENGLAND CLINCHED THE SERIES
Jason Roy’s career best 162 off 118 balls with 13 fours and 3 sixes helped England to seal the series. Match had been reduced to 42 overs per side after interruption of more than 2 hours of rain. Jason Roy was looking unstoppable as he crafted his 2nd century of the series to seal […]
It’s not about Ravi or me, it’s about the Indian team doing well: Anil Kumble
After being appointed as the head coach of Indian Cricket team, Anil Kumble for the first time interacted with the media. The legendary leg spinner in his very first press conference made it clear that Indian cricket is bigger than any individual and it’s about helping the team do well and achieve greater glory. During his […]
Kumar Sangakkara gives an explanation of leaving out Sachin Tendulkar from his All-Time XI
In a sad state of affairs, a controversy has been created out of now where or perhaps it was on the cards when the Sri Lankan great Kumar Sangakkara left out Sachin Tendulkar from his greatest XI. He has also excluded other notable names such as Virender Sehwag, Glenn McGrath, Waqar Younis among others. The lone […]
Rohit Sharma eager to work with the ‘inspirational’ Anil Kumble
Stylish Indian batsman Rohit Sharma welcomes the appointment of Anil Kumble as the new India head coach. Sharma is absolutely thrilled and eager to work under the coaching of the legendary leg-spinner and has said that the team would greatly benefit from the former leg spinner’s attacking instincts. The 29-year-old batsman also showered praise on Ravi Shastri, who […]
Team India moves up to number 3 spot in ICC ODI Rankings
In the latest ICC ODI Rankings India has moved a spot up to number three position, which is being headed by world champions Australia. South Africa weren’t able to perform as well as they would have liked to in the recently concluded triangular series played in the Caribbean islands against Australia and West Indies. So their […]
New Zealand Tour of India: Indian players release schedule and pick their venues
India is all set to host the much awaited New Zealand series consisting of 3 Tests and 5 ODIs, starting from 22 September 2016. In a unique way, Indian Players took to social media to announce the schedule and also showed their support for the Indian pitches. Indore is to host its first-ever Test during the three-match Test […]
Naman Ojha to lead India A on the tour of Australia
Naman Ojha, the wicket-keeper batsman was named the captain of India A team on Saturday for the tour of Australia. India A team is to play two four-day matches and a four-nation one-day tournament in Australia, starting on August 14. Highest run-scorer in domestic season Mumbai’s Shreyas Iyer, who was ignored for the West Indies tour, […]
James Anderson uncertain for the first Test against Pakistan
England leading wicket-taker in Tests, James Anderson, is an uncertain for the first Test against Pakistan starting from July 14 at Lord’s, after picking up an injury in his right shoulder. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed that Anderson will be sitting out of Lancashire’s next two County Championship games. Jimmy Anderson has sustained a […]