Ravichandran Ashwin (R) and Steve Smith during the Sydney Test on January 7, 2021. (Photo by David Gray/AFP via Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The form of veterans Ravichandran Ashwin and Steve Smith would play a significant role in the outcome of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia.Ashwin is considered one of the modern…
Ravichandran Ashwin and Nathan Lyon (Agency Photos) NEW DELHI: Paul Adams, a former South African Test cricketer, believes Australian spinner Nathan Lyon is a more “complete” bowler than his Indian counterpart Ravichandran Ashwin. Adams made this statement on Tuesday while discussing the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Test series between India and Australia.Both Lyon and Ashwin are considered…
NEW DELHI: All eyes are on Virat Kohli as India prepare to face Australia in the high-stakes Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting November 22nd. While Kohli’s record against Australia remains formidable, his recent form has sparked debate and raised concerns about his ability to deliver on Australian soil.Kohli’s Test performance has seen a significant dip since 2020….
David Warner (Image credit: ICC) NEW DELHI: David Warner‘s lifetime ban from holding a leadership role in Australian cricket has been lifted. The ban was imposed following the ball-tampering scandal in 2018. Warner, now 37, presented his case to a three-person panel, which found he met all criteria for the ban to be removed.The panel…
Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah at Melbourne Cricket Ground on December 29, 2018. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: India pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami form one of the most potent fast-bowling partnerships in world cricket. Their combination is highly effective due to a blend of contrasting but complementary skills.While Bumrah is known…
NEW DELHI: Sledging has been a hallmark of the India vs Australia Test cricket rivalry, adding a layer of intensity to their encounters. Australian teams, known for their aggressive on-field tactics, often employed verbal exchanges to unsettle opponents.India, initially more restrained, began to respond in kind, especially under captains like Sourav Ganguly and Virat Kohli,…
NEW DELHI: Siblings have often made significant contributions in the world of sports by representing their country in the same sport. Over the years, these sibling pairs have created some of the most memorable moments in sports history.Serena and Venus – WilliamsVenus and Serena Williams have made a significant impact in women’s tennis for over…
NEW DELHI: Australian pacer Mitchell Starc, who has been loyal to the ‘Baggy Green’ for nearly ten years, has hinted that he may give up one format to free him more time for franchise cricket.The 34-year-old did not say which format he would be giving up, but because the next 50-over World Cup is in…
