Virat Kohli hasn’t had the ideal beginning to India’s crucial 10-Test run in the next four months, failing in the two innings of the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. It has once again ignited the debate if the batting legend is past his prime, with former Australia spinner Brad Hogg sticking his neck out…
NEW DELHI: India’s tour of Australia in 1999-2000 was a forgettable one. India lost all three Tests and there were only two Indian batsmen to hit centuries across the three Tests. One was captain Sachin Tendulkar, who hit 116 in the second Test at the MCG and the second was a batsman who could probably…
NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma always looked poised for greatness ever since he emerged on the scene. Widely regarded as one of the most naturally talented cricketers in the world, his effortless batting style, incredible timing, and ability to play both pace and spin with equal ease always set him apart as an extraordinary talent. Having…
NEW DELHI: Virender Sehwag, the explosive Indian opener who has amassed over 8,000 runs in both Test and ODI cricket, is renowned for his aggressive batting style. R Ashwin, India’s ace spinner, once mentioned that Sehwag does not consider off-spinners as true bowlers.Such was Sehwag’s aura that he could be singing Hindi songs while smashing…
NEW DELHI: What would you do if you’re batting on 195 and get a full toss on the middle stump? If the team is three wickets down having just lost Sachin Tendulkar, you’d probably play it safe. But if you’re Virender Sehwag, then you’ll look to smash the ball out of the stadium. That’s exactly…
NEW DELHI: The unforgettable incident in Multan in 2004, where Rahul Dravid, standing in as captain for the injured Sourav Ganguly, declared India’s innings with Sachin Tendulkar left stranded on 194 not out, remains a significant moment of tension between two cricketing legends in the minds of fans.Former India opener Aakash Chopra, who was part…
NEW DELHI: Sachin Tendulkar, one of the greatest cricketers of all time, was known for a wide array of classic shots that demonstrated his technical brilliance and adaptability. Tendulkar’s shot-making was a perfect blend of technical mastery and timing. His ability to play a wide range of strokes against all types of bowling made him…
NEW DELHI: The 1999 Kolkata Test between India and Pakistan remains one of the most iconic—and controversial—matches in cricket history due to the controversial run-out of India’s hero Sachin Tendulkar involving Shoaib Akhtar.The Test was initially scheduled to be the third and final match of the series between India and Pakistan. However, it was later…
NEW DELHI: Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar had a remarkable cricketing career in Australia, where he built a reputation as one of the greatest batsmen of all time. Sachin’s performances in Australia, particularly against the formidable Australian bowling attack, stand out as some of the most iconic moments in cricket history. When Tendulkar landed in…
NEW DELHI: Former Mumbai Indians fielding coach Jonty Rhodes reminisced about his earlier experiences with Rohit Sharma during the IPL. He emphasized that, in contrast to the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit did not exhibit the same level of dedication and intensity during net practice sessions.“I mean he hasn’t changed at all. It’s so ridiculous. I…
