Author: Mohan Nasre

In his YouTube channel, former Pakistani wicket-keeper Kamran Akmal shared his thoughts on India’s upcoming series against the West Indies, emphasizing the importance of Indian captain Rohit Sharma emulating the on-field leadership style of Virat Kohli. Rohit is set to lead the Indian team in both the Test and one-day international series. Akmal highlighted the need for Rohit to enhance his performance in Test matches and develop a commanding presence similar to Kohli. Drawing attention to Rohit’s recent scores of 14 and 43 in the World Test Championship Final against Australia, Akmal stressed the significance of India performing well in…

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the squads for the upcoming tour of West Indies, which includes two Tests, three One-Day Internationals (ODIs), and a five-match T20 International series. The selection committee has introduced some fresh faces, with Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and pacer Mukesh Kumar earning their maiden call-ups to the Indian team. However, veteran players Cheteshwar Pujara and Mohammed Shami have been left out. Ajinkya Rahane, who made a successful comeback to the Test team during the World Test Championship final, has been named the vice-captain for the tour. Additionally, fast bowler Navdeep…

Indian cricket fans received a ray of hope as reports suggest that wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant might make a comeback to the cricketing field sooner than expected. Pant, who suffered a severe car crash in late December 2023, has been undergoing a rigorous recovery process and is determined to return to action as soon as possible. Although an exact date for his return is yet to be confirmed, there are indications that he could be back on the field before the T20 World Cup 2024. Pant’s unfortunate car crash not only ruled him out of the Indian Premier League 2023…

Yuvraj Singh, the former Indian cricketer and star of two World Cup victories, expressed his gratitude towards Virat Kohli, stating that the former Indian captain provided him with significant support during his tenure. Yuvraj believes that without Kohli’s backing, he would not have been able to make a comeback to the Indian team. Yuvraj played a pivotal role in India’s triumph in the 2007 T20 World Cup, contributing crucial half-centuries against England and Australia. He was also instrumental in the team’s success in the 2011 World Cup, earning the Player of the Tournament accolade. However, his journey took a challenging…

A video capturing an old incident of Virat Kohli sledging Ollie Robinson during India’s 2021 tour of England has gone viral, sparking excitement among fans. The video resurfaced ahead of the second Ashes Test scheduled to begin on June 28 at Lord’s. While Australia emerged victorious in the first game, it was Robinson and Usman Khawaja who garnered attention due to their altercation. Robinson initiated the confrontation by hurling abusive language at Khawaja after dismissing him in the first innings, using offensive remarks. The situation escalated during the second innings when Khawaja and Robinson engaged in a heated exchange, ultimately…

Ravi Shastri and Ravichandran Ashwin are known for their strong personalities and have often found themselves at odds over team-related matters. In a recent interview, Ashwin shed light on the current state of Team India, expressing his view that there are no friendships within the national team and that everyone is simply a colleague. He touched upon the challenges of addressing issues and problem-solving due to the intense competition for places in the team. Addressing Ashwin’s statement, former India head coach Ravi Shastri expressed his perspective, emphasizing the presence of colleagues both in the dressing room and the commentary box.…

The recent announcement of the Test and ODI squads by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the upcoming tour of West Indies has sparked discussions and raised eyebrows. While the ODI squad has garnered some attention, it is the red-ball squad that has caused the most debate. Cheteshwar Pujara, who has been a key player for India in Test cricket, was omitted from the squad due to his recent string of underwhelming performances. This decision did not come as a surprise to many fans, who anticipated such a move from the BCCI. However, Pujara’s exclusion did…

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) faced criticism from former players after announcing the Test squad for the upcoming series against West Indies, scheduled to begin on July 12. The selection choices raised eyebrows, particularly the exclusion of Cheteshwar Pujara, known for his proficiency in red-ball cricket, following a lackluster performance in the World Test Championship final. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad, on the other hand, received call-ups. However, as soon as the squad was unveiled, fans and former players voiced their dissatisfaction, accusing the selectors of prioritizing IPL performances over achievements in the Ranji Trophy, India’s…

England paceman Ollie Robinson has expressed unwavering confidence in his team’s ability to win the Ashes series against Australia on home soil. Robinson emphasized that England will continue with their aggressive style of play throughout the remaining matches, even if they find themselves trailing 2-0 in the series. In a thrilling encounter at Edgbaston, Birmingham, led by Ben Stokes, England suffered a narrow two-wicket defeat against Australia. Pat Cummins’ side completed a remarkable 281-run chase in the fourth innings of the match, captivating spectators with an enthralling contest. In his column for Wisden, Robinson assured that England would bounce back…

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced the inclusion of 18-year-old Rehan Ahmed in the English squad for the upcoming second Test of the Ashes 2023 against Australia at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London. Rehan Ahmed, a talented leg-spinner, has been added to the squad as a replacement for Moeen Ali, who sustained an injury during the first Test at Edgbaston. Ali developed a blister on his right index finger, which affected his bowling performance as he struggled to land the ball accurately. Ahmed made his debut for England during the series against Pakistan and showcased remarkable performances.…