Auckland Aces comfortably defeated Wellington Firebirds at the temporarily named Martin Guptill Oval last Thursday. The victory was largely thanks to a stellar performance by Kiwi opener Martin Guptill, who scored a decisive 85 runs in his testimonial game, propelling his team to a total of 192/6. Wellington’s chase never gained momentum as Ben Lister […]
Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri delivered an unforgettable line while commentating as India experienced a stunning collapse from 153/4 to 153 all out during the second Test against South Africa. Despite a strong start in the first innings, India shockingly lost six wickets without adding any runs to their total on January 3. During […]
Pakistan’s recent rise in performance during the ongoing tour of Australia continued as disciplined bowling efforts restricted the hosts to 116/2 at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Day 2, halting play due to bad light. The Australian team could only manage a run rate of 2.46 per over, staying considerably behind Pakistan’s total of 313. […]
During the second Test against South Africa at Newlands in Cape Town on Wednesday, January 3, India’s captain Rohit Sharma engaged in a light-hearted exchange with Shubman Gill, creating a moment of humor on the field. While batting together, Rohit humorously pointed out to Gill that Kagiso Rabada was the only bowler from South Africa […]
Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill steadied the Indian innings with a 52-run partnership for the second wicket, countering the setback caused by Yashasvi Jaiswal’s early dismissal, which came after South Africa’s dismal 55 in the first innings. However, Rohit’s departure to Marco Jansen in the 15th over led to Virat Kohli taking charge. What followed […]
Virat Kohli was visibly moved when the ‘Ram Siya Ram’ song resonated through Cape Town’s Newlands stadium during the second Test match against South Africa on Wednesday, prompting an emotional reaction from the Indian captain. As Keshav Maharaj took to the crease, the stadium staff played the ‘Ram Siya Ram’ song, prompting Kohli to fold […]
Bowling extended spells in Test matches isn’t everyone’s forte, but when expertise and skill merge, the results are truly rewarding. This scenario perfectly unfolded when Mohammed Siraj unleashed his venomous bowling attack, causing turmoil among the Proteas’ batters and securing his fifth wicket, aided by the experienced Virat Kohli. Following a commanding win in Cape […]
Pakistan’s fresh opening pair of Abdullah Shafique and debutant Saim Ayub stepped onto the pitch after Shan Masood opted to bat on what seemed like a tame surface. Unfortunately, both players were dismissed after facing only two deliveries each, falling prey to Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood respectively. Pat Cummins, in exceptional form, added to […]
During their practice session in Sydney, the Pakistan cricket team engaged with Will Symonds, the son of the late Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds. The team, currently in Australia for a three-match Test series, faced defeats in the initial two Tests in Perth and Melbourne, trailing 0-2 in the series. As they gear up for the […]
Pakistan’s aspirations for a maiden Test victory in Australia after 28 years fizzled out swiftly within the opening session of the Pink Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The Men in Green found themselves reeling at 47/4 as Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood struck early blows, while Pat Cummins dismissed Babar Azam and Saud Shakeel. […]