NEW DELHI: With the third Test between India and Australia for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy ending in a draw at The Gabba in Brisbane, the series is level at 1-1.The fourth Test of the series is the traditional Boxing Day Test to be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) from December 26.The official broadcaster…
Prithvi Shaw (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Shreyas Iyer believes that Prithvi Shaw, despite his rapid descent from a promising talent, can still achieve greatness if he improves his approach to training and preparation. Shaw’s performance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where Mumbai emerged victorious under Iyer’s leadership, showed glimpses of his ability, though he…
Prithvi Shaw (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Shreyas Iyer believes that Prithvi Shaw, despite his rapid descent from a promising talent, can still achieve greatness if he improves his approach to training and preparation. Shaw’s performance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where Mumbai emerged victorious under Iyer’s leadership, showed glimpses of his ability, though he…
Mumbai defeated Madhya Pradesh by five wickets in Bengaluru on Sunday to win the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Mumbai’s collective batting strength proved too much for a spirited MP side.Mumbai chased down a target of 175, reaching 180 for five in 17.5 overs. The slightly tacky pitch offered some challenges, but Mumbai ultimately prevailed.This victory…
A debatable incident unfolded during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final. Venkatesh Iyer‘s dismissal sparked controversy after a catch by Ajinkya Rahane.Iyer, appearing comfortable at the crease, had scored 17 runs off just 9 deliveries. His brief innings included a six and a four. He attempted a cut shot towards backward point off a short,…
Rajat Patidar, the third-highest run-scorer in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), has received a significant confidence boost. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) retained him ahead of the IPL auction.Patidar trails Ajinkya Rahane (432 runs) and Bihar’s Sakibul Gani (353 runs) in the SMAT scoring charts. He has amassed 347 runs in nine matches at a…
Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma (AFP Photo) Shubman Gill is ready to face the challenging Australian pace attack at the Gabba in the third Test starting Saturday. The bouncy pitch is known to be tough for touring batters.Gill’s Test career began at the Gabba nearly four years ago during the deciding fourth match of the…
Shubman Gill during a press conference at The Gabba on December 13, 2024 in Brisbane. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The last time India played a Test at the Gabba, Shubman Gill made 91 in the second innings as the Ajinkya Rahane-led team chased down a 328-run target with Rishabh Pant hitting an…
Shardul Thakur (Photo Credit: X) NEW DELHI: Mumbai all-rounder Shardul Thakur endured a nightmarish outing in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy as Kerala’s batters dismantled the bowling attack, piling up a massive 234/5 in 20 overs. Shardul’s four-over spell leaked an alarming 69 runs, with just a solitary wicket to his name. This performance equalled…
NEW DELHI: India speedster Umran Malik is thrilled to join Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the IPL 2025 season. Known for his blistering pace, Umran, who represented Sunrisers Hyderabad from 2021 to 2024, was snapped up by KKR for Rs 75 lakh. The pacer is eager to unleash his fiery deliveries and send stumps cartwheeling…
