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Players to watch during England’s third ODI against Ireland

Aug 2, 2020

Players to watch during England’s third ODI against Ireland

As we approach the final ODI between England and Ireland, we look at some key players worth keeping an eye on in the series finale.

Players to keep an eye on during England’s second ODI against Ireland

Jul 31, 2020

Players to keep an eye on during England’s second ODI against Ireland

Key players to watch during England’s second ODI of their three-match series against Ireland.

ICC’s decision to involve the third umpire in no-balls is long overdue

Jul 29, 2020

ICC’s decision to involve the third umpire in no-balls is long overdue

The committee’s decision to give the third umpire the responsibility of calling front-foot no-balls is a move in the right direction and why Ashwin’s...

Players to watch during England’s first ODI against Ireland

Jul 29, 2020

Players to watch during England’s first ODI against Ireland

As we approach the return of white-ball cricket with England hosting Ireland, we look at some key players worth watching in the first of the three-mat...

Botham v Stokes – Who is the greatest England all-rounder?

Jul 24, 2020

Botham v Stokes – Who is the greatest England all-rounder?

We ponder if it’s right to rank Ben Stokes above Ian Botham, who is widely regarded as the country’s best all-rounder of the modern era.

Players to watch out for in England’s second Test against the Windies

Jul 15, 2020

Players to watch out for in England’s second Test against the Windies

With the second Test between England and West Indies just around the corner, we have a look at some of the key players who can make a difference in th...

The Broad Blunder: How dropping Stuart Broad cost England

Jul 13, 2020

The Broad Blunder: How dropping Stuart Broad cost England

Sidelining their second-highest wicket-taker in the first Test against the West Indies proved to be an ill-advised move for England.

Players to watch out for in the England vs West Indies Test Series

Jul 6, 2020

Players to watch out for in the England vs West Indies Test Series

We size up both sides and explain why you should keep an eye on these players.

How Sanath Jayasuriya sparked an ODI revolution

Jun 30, 2020

How Sanath Jayasuriya sparked an ODI revolution

Many of today’s opening batsmen have Sanath Jayasuriya to thank for one particular skill.

Graeme Smith: The scourge of England

Jun 25, 2020

Graeme Smith: The scourge of England

While the list of records broken by Smith is endless, his contributions against a top side like England is often overlooked.

Five cricketers who couldn’t live up to their own hype

Jun 20, 2020

Five cricketers who couldn’t live up to their own hype

These players were unable to make the most of the opportunities that came their way but still have a slight chance of sticking around.

Five players who stunned in Indian T20 League but failed internationally

Jun 14, 2020

Five players who stunned in Indian T20 League but failed internationally

We take a look at five Indian and foreign players who failed to shine in their national colours in any format of the game.

Graeme Smith – The greatest fourth-innings batsman

Jun 10, 2020

Graeme Smith – The greatest fourth-innings batsman

Smith seemed unfazed in face of adversity, which probably makes him one of the greatest fourth innings Test batsmen to have played the game.

Assessing the top bowling pairs of Test Cricket

Jun 6, 2020

Assessing the top bowling pairs of Test Cricket

Just like iconic batting partnerships, there have been many bowlers who work in tandem with each other to help their side achieve victory.

Top five one season wonders of the Indian T20 League

Jun 3, 2020

Top five one season wonders of the Indian T20 League

The Indian T20 League has given rise to some of India’s greatest talents, but at the same time, there have been a few who have failed to live up the b...

Who is India’s best spin-bowling all-rounder in T20Is?

Jun 1, 2020

Who is India’s best spin-bowling all-rounder in T20Is?

India’s affinity towards Jadeja in this format is puzzling when there are three options available who could make the side stronger.

Future of cricket amidst the global pandemic

May 31, 2020

Future of cricket amidst the global pandemic

With drastic changes on all fronts to ensure the safeguarding of the players’ health, we opine on what will make cricket different after the pandemic.

Four best bowling performances in T20 World Cup

May 27, 2020

Four best bowling performances in T20 World Cup

T20 cricket is often known as a batsman’s paradise, but these four bowlers have defied odds in absolute style.

Assessing South Africa’s options for Test captaincy

May 21, 2020

Assessing South Africa’s options for Test captaincy

With South Africa not scheduled to play any Test before touring West Indies in July, we assess five options who can lead them in the red-ball format.

Does ICC’s new ruling spell the indefinite end of swing bowling?

May 19, 2020

Does ICC’s new ruling spell the indefinite end of swing bowling?

The rule comes in at a time where the power dynamic of the game has seen a predominant shift towards batsmen.

Four most underrated Indian T20 League openers

May 17, 2020

Four most underrated Indian T20 League openers

These Indian T20 League openers have flown under the radar, and have yet proved to be equally effective in their role.

A chink in AB de Villiers’ armour that T20 rivals will look to expose

May 16, 2020

A chink in AB de Villiers’ armour that T20 rivals will look to expose

AB de Villiers is among the top T20 batters in the world but there’s a possible chink in his batting armour.

Most effective No. 7 Indian T20 League batsmen since 2016

May 14, 2020

Most effective No. 7 Indian T20 League batsmen since 2016

We analyse which batsman has been the most effective at number seven in the Indian T20 League since 2016.

Most effective No. 6 Indian T20 League batsmen since 2016

May 12, 2020

Most effective No. 6 Indian T20 League batsmen since 2016

We analyse which batsman has been the most effective at number six in the Indian T20 League since 2016.

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