Jul 24, 2019
Tim Murtagh’s five-fer shouldn’t be a surprise
Murtagh’s five for 13 in mere nine overs led being bowled out for just 85 in less than 24 overs.
Cricket Opinions
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Jul 15, 2019
The ‘Greatest Match’; and it didn’t even need India
A cricket match befitting the tag of a ‘Final’ was played on the hallowed grounds of Lord’s, engaging all with the talent on display.
Jul 15, 2019
England won the World Cup fair and square, let that sink in
On a day when there was almost nothing to separate the two teams, England, quite fairly, were crowned the new World Champions.
Jul 15, 2019
Here’s why Rahane wasn’t the answer to India’s ‘Number four’ woes
The Test vice-captain brings experience and a calm head, but does he have the stats to back that up?
Jul 14, 2019
Ben Stokes, England’s valiant ‘superhuman’
After all the agony Stokes has been through following the final over drama in the 2016 World T20 final, a World Cup title is something he surely deser...
Jul 14, 2019
The bizarre end to a tied Super Over
Having forced New Zealand to return home without the World Cup despite not losing the final should force the ICC to reconsider its rules.
Jul 13, 2019
New Zealand, the dark horse? Think again
Having proved their worth with consistent performances at the World Cup over the past few editions, it’s time that New Zealand shed the tag of being t...
Jul 12, 2019
Three reasons why England should start James Vince against New Zealand
Despite poor performances, this is why James Vince deserves another chance for England.
Jul 11, 2019
Why India’s World Cup performance should be celebrated
Despite the defeat, the Indian cricket team fans should cheer the way their team fared and should look forward to some exciting times ahead.
Jul 11, 2019
Time to put an end to the ‘Kohli vs Sachin’ debate
He might be the best batsman in the world, but is he the best ever?
Jul 6, 2019
A World Cup fail of epic proportion
A 10-team competition, catering to the privileged group, lack of buzz and much more. Stumped argues why the 2019 ICC World Cup has been a boring spect...
Jul 6, 2019
Sanjay, have mercy on us and please stop
Sanjay Manjrekar has quickly become the biggest villain of the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup with many signing a petition to relieve him off his duties.
Jul 5, 2019
Sanjay Manjrekar doesn’t deserve criticism and here’s why…
After what has been said and done in the past, Sanjay Manjrekar just doesn’t deserve all this hate because…
Jul 5, 2019
Chris Gayle’s retirement, the best thing for Windies cricket
A fielding liability and erratic with the bat, Chris Gayle’s subsequent retirement could be a blessing in disguise for the West Indies.
Jul 3, 2019
Inspired Sharma is India’s World Cup heartbeat
The Mumbai opener has enjoyed a phenomenal World Cup and is the leading scorer in the competition so far.
Jul 2, 2019
Rohit Sharma and the tale of dropped catches
Here’s why the Rohit Sharma’s World Cup tenure has been nothing but an extended lucky patch.
Jun 22, 2019
Lasith Malinga: Sri Lanka’s raging bull
Following his heroics against England, Malinga has become only the second Sri Lankan to take 50 wickets in World Cup
Jun 20, 2019
Warner’s way to redemption
Returning from a year-long ban, David Warner expected himself to be a subject of harsh jeers at the World Cup, but he has remained unfazed thus far.
Jun 20, 2019
New Zealand and its gritty face
Against an error-prone South Africa, New Zealand showed their resolute side that make a champion stand out.
Jun 17, 2019
When Pakistan dug their own graves against India
From sloppy fielding to careless batting, we take a look at how Pakistan lost their tie to India.
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Jun 15, 2019
Dimuth Karunaratne, Sri Lanka’s man of the hour
Although Karunaratne missed his maiden ODI century by three runs, he has established himself in the league of great.
Jun 15, 2019
India vs Pakistan: A faux in the box
They might call it the ‘mother of all clashes’, but a closer look and a little research would tell otherwise.
Jun 14, 2019
The ‘Root’ cause of English resurgence
England decided to build their 2019 World Cup squad around the core and Joe Root represents how far they have progressed in their ideology.
Jun 13, 2019
Four reasons why England was the right venue for the 2019 World Cup
Despite the inclement weather of late, England was the right venue to host the World Cup and this is why.