Author: Mohan Nasre

Manoj Tiwary, the 37-year-old veteran cricketer and West Bengal Sports Minister, announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Thursday, August 3. Tiwary had been actively playing domestic cricket until February 2023 and captained Bengal in the Ranji Trophy, leading the team to the final. During his international career, Manoj Tiwary played 12 ODIs and 3 T20Is for India between 2008 and 2015. Notably, he scored a century in the ODI format at the highest level. In an emotional Instagram post, Tiwary expressed his gratitude to the game of cricket for everything it had given him, especially during challenging…

KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer are eyeing a comeback through the India vs Australia ODI series as they aim to secure a spot in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023. The roster for the Asia Cup 2023 is not expected to include them due to their ongoing recovery from injuries, but they will have the opportunity to prove their fitness and form during the three-match series against Australia. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has advised against rushing any players into international action, despite updates on social media regarding KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer’s fitness progress. If…

Amidst speculation regarding their potential dismissal, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to retain foreign coaches Mickey Arthur and Grant Bradburn until the ICC World Cup 2023. Misbah-ul-Haq, the newly appointed cricket committee chief and former Pakistan captain, expressed his reservations about foreign coaches but emphasized the importance of avoiding sudden changes to the coaching staff. He acknowledged that while past decisions made by former PCB chief Najam Sethi might not have been ideal, it would be unwise to remove both coaches simultaneously. Misbah stated, “I am against foreign coaches, but sacking them all at once would be unwise.”…

Sanju Samson’s impressive fifty in the third ODI against West Indies earned him accolades, but former India batsman Wasim Jaffer has delivered a worrying verdict about the young cricketer. Jaffer believes that while Samson played well, his high-risk game and inconsistency could pose challenges for him in cementing his spot as the No.4 batsman in the Indian team. Despite his fine performance in the third ODI, Jaffer pointed out that Samson’s aggressive style of play comes with its share of risks. While the batsman connected well with a few sixes, mistiming one of those shots could have resulted in an…

As the 2023 Cricket World Cup approaches, the cricketing world is abuzz with excitement and anticipation. Former Pakistani cricketer, Wasim Akram, recently shared his insights on India’s chances in the upcoming tournament, focusing on two key players who could have a significant impact on India’s performance – Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah. India’s World Cup campaign will kick off with a clash against Australia on October 8 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Speaking on Radio Haanji, Akram lauded Mohammed Shami’s exceptional form, describing him as bowling like a dream. However, he also stressed the importance of Jasprit Bumrah’s…

Pakistan’s cricket captain, Babar Azam, has made a significant decision by opting to play in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) for the Colombo Strikers, led by Niroshan Dickwella, despite receiving a more lucrative offer from Global T20 Canada. The choice was not an easy one, considering the challenging playing conditions in Sri Lanka and the potential financial gains in Canada. However, Babar’s father, Azam Siddique, shed light on the crucial reason behind his son’s decision. In an Instagram post, Azam Siddique unveiled the thought process behind Babar’s choice, which involved prioritizing the national team’s preparations for the upcoming Asia Cup…

Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has called upon Indian fans to show unwavering positivity and support for Team India during the upcoming ICC World Cup 2023. He believes that the team will greatly benefit from the encouragement and positivity of the fans throughout the tournament. Scheduled to take place in India during October-November, the ICC World Cup 2023 will witness ten teams competing for cricket’s prestigious title. India, being the home team, holds a strong position as one of the favorites to clinch the championship. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ashwin urged fans to rally behind Team India with full positivity…

Former Indian cricketer Saba Karim showered praise on Sanju Samson for his impressive half-century in the 3rd ODI between India and West Indies. Karim described Samson as a gifted player and a valuable team player. After a low score in the 2nd ODI, Sanju Samson made a remarkable comeback in the 3rd ODI, scoring 51 runs off 41 balls. His knock included 4 sixes and 2 boundaries, with a strike rate of over 124. Speaking on Jio Cinema, Saba Karim hailed Sanju Samson for his brilliant innings. He expressed his admiration for Samson’s batting skills and described him as an…

Former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha has expressed his belief that all-rounder Axar Patel could play a crucial role for India in the upcoming ODI World Cup, particularly in spin-friendly conditions. Ojha countered the notion that Patel was underutilized by the team management and highlighted his importance as an all-rounder. Axar Patel made a return to the playing XI in the second ODI against the West Indies after being left out in the series opener. He batted at No. 4 but managed only one run and bowled just two overs without taking a wicket. Ojha, speaking ahead of the third ODI…

Ajinkya Rahane, the experienced Indian batsman, recently disclosed the rationale behind his decision to withdraw from his county commitments with Leicestershire. Rahane explained that he needed some rest before the upcoming domestic season as he had been continuously involved in cricket for the past four months. Initially planning to join Leicestershire for the One-Day Cup, Rahane’s participation was delayed due to his commitments with the India national cricket team. He represented India in the World Test Championship (WTC) final and a two-match Test series against the West Indies. Emphasizing the honor of representing Mumbai, Rahane stated that he is currently…