NEW DELHI: Some claim that a small amount of selfishness is an essential component of the makeup of exceptional athletes. However, Shikhar Dhawan stayed a selfless person throughout his career, despite several flashes of genius, an overly optimistic attitude at times, and a lack of exaggerated excesses. The pragmatic 38-year-old, who in his prime left…
NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli was in stupendous form from 2016 to 2018. The former Indian captain notched up more than 1000 runs in Test cricket in each of these three years.In the year 2017, Virat scored 1059 runs in 10 Test matches with a highest score of 243 at an average of 75.64 that came…
NEW DELHI: Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has cleared the air regarding his all-time India XI across formats, which surprisingly omitted legendary wicket-keeper and captain MS Dhoni. Karthik recently explained that the omission was an honest mistake, admitting he forgot to include a wicketkeeper in his lineup.Karthik made the clarification after receiving feedback once the…
NEW DELHI: From facing the most balls in Test cricket to being the fourth-highest run-scorer in the history of the format, India batting great Rahul Dravid holds numerous records under his belt.Often referred to as “The Wall” of Indian cricket, Dravid was known for his exceptional technique, concentration, and ability to anchor the innings during…
NEW DELHI: With India and Bangladesh set to play the first Test of a two-match series in Chennai from September 19, here is a recap of a historic moment when Sachin Tendulkar equalled Sunil Gavaskar‘s record of Test centuries.Both Tendulkar and Gavaskar are legends of Indian cricket, each having made significant contributions in their respective…
NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli‘s journey in international cricket, completing 16 years today on August 18, 2024, is a story of relentless passion, unmatched dedication, and record-breaking achievements. From his early days as a promising youngster to becoming one of the most celebrated cricketers in history, Kohli‘s career has been filled with extraordinary milestones that have…
NEW DELHI: Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting believes Joe Root could surpass Sachin Tendulkar‘s record of Test runs, provided the Englishman maintains his current form and hunger for the next four years. Root recently crossed the 12,000-run mark during the Edgbaston Test against the West Indies, becoming the seventh batter to achieve this milestone in…
NEW DELHI: Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik revealed his all-time India playing XI across formats in a video posted by Cricbuzz on YouTube as Independence Day special. The lineup includes five batters, two all-rounders, two spinners, and two pacers, showcasing some of the greatest cricketers India has ever produced. Opening the batting, Karthik selected Virender…
NEW DELHI: The great Sachin Tendulkar is not ambidextrous in the traditional sense of being able to use both hands equally well for activities like writing or throwing. However, he has shown a unique skill that might give the impression of ambidexterity as he can bat left-handed for fun, although his primary batting style is…
NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli, a childhood friend of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, has been grappling with health problems for an extended period. A recent video circulating on social media has left viewers stunned and concerned about his well-being. In the footage, Kambli appeared to be struggling to walk steadily, requiring assistance from…
