India’s World Cup preparations have received a significant boost as Jasprit Bumrah and Prasidh Krishna make their return for the upcoming India vs Ireland (IND vs IRE) series. Bumrah, who has been recovering from a back injury, is set to lead the side, and Krishna’s presence adds strength to India’s pace attack. Jasprit Bumrah had been out of action for almost a year due to his back injury, which required surgery. He has been diligently working on his fitness and bowling at full intensity during the build-up to the India vs Ireland series. With several senior players rested ahead of…
Author: Mohan Nasre
KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer will miss the upcoming India tour of Ireland series due to not being fully fit. Both players are currently recovering from their respective injuries at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) and are focused on achieving full match fitness. While they will miss the IND vs IRE series, it is highly likely that both KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer will be available for selection in the India squad for the Asia Cup 2023. KL Rahul, being the designated wicketkeeper for India in ODIs, is expected to retain his spot behind the stumps. Shreyas Iyer will also…
As Stuart Broad approaches his farewell from international cricket, concluding a remarkable and illustrious career, the cricketing world takes a moment to reflect on the extraordinary journey of the English pacer. Reflecting on the exceptional journey of the English pacer, Chris reveals the pivotal role Leicestershire played in recognizing Stuart’s bowling ability early on in his career, leading him to become one of cricket’s greats. As he gears up for his final match against Australia at the Oval, Broad aims to leave a lasting impact with a resounding victory. The cricketing fraternity has been pouring in messages and compliments, acknowledging…
Arun Jaitley Stadium, previously known as the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium is a cricket stadium in New Delhi, India. The stadium is owned and operated the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA). It is the second oldest functional international cricket stadium in India. Arun Jaitley Stadium will host 5 matches for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup, including the India vs Afghanistan match. Other than this Afghanistan and Sri Lanka will play 2-2 matches at this venue. Arun Jaitley Stadium has hosted 26 ODIs and out of which India have won 13 matches. Over the years, the venue has hosted…
HPCA Stadium, also known as the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium is a cricket stadium in Dharamshala, India. The venue is unique in India as it is situated at an altitude of 1,457 meters above the sea level and has the snow-capped Himalayan Mountains in the background. HPCA Stadium will host 5 matches for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup, including the India vs New Zealand match. Other than this New Zealand and Bangladesh will play 2-2 matches here. HPCA Stadium has hosted 4 ODIs and out of which India have won 2 matches. Over the years, the venue has…
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, also known as the Karnataka State Cricket Association Stadium is a cricket stadium in Bangalore, India. Owned by the Government of Karnataka and has been leased out to the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) for a period of 100 years. M. Chinnaswamy Stadium will host 5 matches for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup, including the India vs Netherlands match. Apart from this New Zealand, Pakistan and Sri Lanka will play 2-2 matches each at this venue. M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has hosted 26 ODIs and out of which India have won 14 matches. Over the years, the…
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has expressed his concern over the preparation of the Rohit Sharma-led team for the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023, which will be hosted in India. He drew parallels between the team management’s current tactics and the errors made during the T20 World Cup 2022. During the T20 World Cup 2022, India’s journey ended in the semi-finals due to blunders in team selection and preparation, affecting their overall performance. Chopra highlighted that India has failed to win any major tournaments in the last decade. In a video on his YouTube channel, Aakash Chopra questioned India’s approach…
Aakash Chopra discusses the possible combination of Team India for the crucial decider against West Indies in the ODI series. He suggests that in order to win the series, India should bring back Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, which would likely mean the end of giving opportunities to Sanju Samson or Suryakumar Yadav. The ongoing series between India and West Indies is tied at 1-1, surprising many, as India was expected to secure a 3-0 victory against a team that hasn’t qualified for the ICC World Cup 2023. The experimentation with the batting order in the first two ODIs has…
“MS Dhoni will forever be my idol,” says Afghan wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz, expressing his deep admiration for the legendary cricketer. Their first encounter during the 2022 IPL left a lasting impact on Gurbaz, who felt a surge of confidence and inspiration from Dhoni’s encouraging words. Gurbaz’s cricketing journey took a significant turn after their meeting, and during the IPL 2023, he showcased his skills with Kolkata Knight Riders, scoring 227 runs in 11 matches at an impressive strike rate of 133.53. Currently, representing Jaffna Kings in LPL 2023, he continues to impress with his performances. Seeking guidance from his idol,…
The 37-year-old English seamer announced his retirement after Day 3 of the fifth Test at the Oval in London, marking the end of his illustrious career over the last two days of the match. With an impressive record of 602 wickets from 167 matches at an average of 27.69, including 20 five-wicket hauls, Broad leaves behind a remarkable legacy. Carole Broad expressed her wholehearted support for her son’s retirement and believed that he has made the right choice. She wished for England to emerge victorious in the Test match as a fitting tribute to his illustrious career. During the fourth…
