Aug 2, 2019
Why India should be wary of the Windies
The Windies are fully equipped to derail the fresh and revamped Indian squad at home. Here’s why.
Cricket Opinions
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Aug 2, 2019
The return of Steve Smith puts an end to ‘Fab Four’ debate
Australia’s Steve Smith enchanted Edgbaston on his return to Test cricket with a 24th Test ton against a quality England bowling attack.
Aug 1, 2019
Prithvi Shaw’s recent ban looks more like a favour than a punishment
India’s young Test sensation, Prithvi Shaw, has played in two major leagues during the period in which he was supposed to be under a doping ban.
Jul 25, 2019
Three areas where BCCI got it all wrong for the West Indies tour
Only Ravindra Jadeja, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul will feature in all three formats against West Indies.
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.
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 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 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.