Author: Mohan Nasre

Young Australian off-spinner Todd Murphy is excited about the prospect of playing his first Test match in English conditions. With Nathan Lyon ruled out due to injury, Murphy is expected to be included in the Australian playing XI for the third Ashes Test at Headingley in Leeds. Growing up watching Ashes cricket, Murphy expressed his admiration for the Barmy Army, the passionate England supporters. Reflecting on his debut match against India in the Border Gavaskar Trophy earlier this year, Murphy acknowledged the difference in crowd atmosphere. He found the Indian crowd friendly, but expects the English crowd at Headingley to…

Former Pakistani bowler Mohammad Amir has made his predictions for the top four semi-finalists in the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, which will be held in India. Amir believes that England, India, Australia or Pakistan, and New Zealand are the teams to watch out for, based on their current form and recent strong performances. In an exclusive interview, Amir revealed that India is his top pick for the tournament. He highlighted India’s advantage of playing in familiar home conditions, which he believes will give them a significant edge. India has a formidable cricket team with a track record of…

After securing a spot in the upcoming ODI World Cup, Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka expressed the team’s determination to win the tournament, which will take place in India later this year. Shanaka emphasized the team’s eagerness to perform on the biggest stage in cricket. Sri Lanka became the first team from the Qualifiers to secure their place in the 2023 World Cup. Led by Dasun Shanaka, they defeated Zimbabwe by nine wickets in Bulawayo on Sunday, July 2, comfortably chasing down the target of 166 runs with 16.5 overs to spare. In the post-match presentation, Shanaka acknowledged qualifying for…

Amidst the controversies surrounding the ongoing Ashes series, England captain Joe Root has broken his silence on the issue of England fans verbally abusing Australian cricketers at Lord’s. Root urges fans to shift their focus to enjoying the thrilling action on the field rather than engaging in such behavior. The upcoming Third Test between England and Australia at Headingley promises to deliver more excitement and unpredictability, much like the previous two Tests. However, the recent Test was overshadowed by various controversies, with one incident gaining significant attention. During the lunch break on the fifth day of the second Test, members…

As the ICC World Cup approaches, former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has criticized Sourav Ganguly for his recent comments on Indo-Pak matches. Ganguly’s remark suggesting that these matches are overhyped and often one-sided has drawn Ali’s ire. While Pakistan’s participation in the upcoming tournament is yet to be confirmed, indications point towards their travel to India and a clash with the Rohit Sharma-led Indian side on October 15. The match at the Narendra Modi Stadium holds significant importance, with hotels already filling up, highlighting its magnitude. Ganguly, the former Indian captain, made an absurd statement claiming that Indo-Pak games are…

Ishant Sharma, who played under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, has made a surprising revelation about Dhoni’s behavior on the field. Contrary to the popular belief of Dhoni’s calm demeanor, Sharma stated that the former captain would often use abusive language during matches. MS Dhoni, known for his composed nature during his playing days, was a respected captain and a skilled wicketkeeper-batsman. He rarely showed signs of anger or frustration on the field and enjoyed a successful 15-year career, playing a pivotal role in securing victories for Team India. Dhoni remains the only captain to have won all three ICC…

The Junior Cricket Committee has unveiled the India A squad for the upcoming Asian Cricket Council Men’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2023, with Yash Dhull leading the team as captain. Dhull, who previously captained India’s Under-19 World Cup-winning team, has displayed immense potential in his career and now has the opportunity to lead the India A side. The tournament is set to take place in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from July 13 to July 23, featuring eight Asian nations competing in a 50-over format. Alongside Dhull, the squad includes promising players like Rajvardhan Hangargekar, who was a part of the victorious…

Former Indian fast bowler Praveen Kumar, who represented the national team from 2007 to 2012, was involved in a car accident on Tuesday night in Meerut. The incident occurred around 10 pm near the commissioner’s residence. Praveen Kumar, who resides in Multan Nagar on Baghpat Road, was traveling with his son in his Land Rover Defender when their car was hit from the front by a canter, causing significant damage to the vehicle. Thankfully, both the 36-year-old cricketer and his son escaped unhurt. Given the condition of the car, the outcome could have been far more severe. Upon receiving the…

Following the dramatic conclusion of the Lord’s Test, where Australia secured a 43-run victory to take a 2-0 series lead, the spotlight has been on Jonny Bairstow and the contentious run-out involving Alex Carey. However, amidst the criticism and scrutiny, an old video featuring Brendon McCullum attempting a similar dismissal on Alex Carey has surfaced, capturing the attention of the internet. The Australian team’s decision not to withdraw the appeal in the Bairstow incident has drawn widespread criticism, leaving fans disappointed with the conduct of the World Test Championship winners. The controversial remarks made by MCC members resulted in their…

Ajit Agarkar Net Worth 2023: The newly appointed chief selector Ajit Agarkar has an estimated net worth of USD 5 million which is equivalent to INR 40 crore. His cricketing career was highlighted by an astonishing feat, as he achieved the global record for the fastest 50 wickets in One Day Internationals (ODIs) in just 23 matches. Following the resignation of Chetan Sharma earlier this year due to a sting operation incident, the Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) embarked on a search for a new chief selector for the men’s squad. Eventually, the search concluded with the appointment…