Author: Mohan Nasre

The first test of The Ashes 2023 between England and Australia will kick off on Friday, June 16. The oldest rivals in test cricket will lock horns at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Ben Stokes will lead the English side in Ashes 2023, meanwhile Pat Cummins will be the captain of Australian side. The iconic rivalry between England and Australia continues as they compete for the prestigious urn known as The Ashes. This test cricket series, consisting of four or five matches, takes place once every two years, with both nations hosting the series alternately since 1882. Throughout history, these two cricketing powerhouses…

Naveen-ul-Haq has finally broken his silence on the heated controversy involving him and Virat Kohli during an IPL match between RCB and LSG in the recently concluded season. The incident took place during the post-match handshake, where Naveen and Virat engaged in a verbal altercation. The visuals captured the two players in a heated argument, and LSG mentor Gautam Gambhir also got involved, further escalating the situation. Gambhir recently shed light on the incident, revealing that Naveen was in the right, as Virat had sledged him, leading to the argument. Also Read: Virat Kohli’s Cryptic Post Sparks Speculation After Naveen…

India, having faced consecutive losses in the World Test Championship (WTC) finals, now confronts a tough draw in the upcoming edition of the tournament. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed the complete schedule for the third edition of the WTC, featuring challenging matchups for top cricketing nations. Alongside India, Pakistan and Australia also find themselves in formidable groups, while South Africa enjoys a more advantageous draw. The format of the tournament remains unchanged, with nine teams competing over a two-year period through a combination of home and away series. The championship will culminate in a final match. Also Read:…

Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant continues to make remarkable progress in his recovery from a severe car crash that occurred in December last year. The dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman has been actively sharing updates about his health on social media, captivating the attention of fans worldwide. In his latest video, Pant showcases his determination by attempting to climb stairs, demonstrating significant strides towards regaining his full fitness. Pant shared two videos, one depicting his initial struggles while ascending the stairs, and the other showcasing his improved ease and confidence. Previously, he had also shared a video of himself walking without the aid of…

Aakash Chopra has expressed his doubts about the longevity of the World Test Championship (WTC) if the disparity in scheduling among teams continues. The International Cricket Council (ICC) recently unveiled the schedule for the 2023-25 WTC cycle, revealing that India, England, and Australia would engage in five-Test series against each other, while other clashes would be limited to two or three Tests. In a video shared on his YouTube channel, Chopra shared his reservations about the future of the World Test Championship, “We say it’s all equal because they have introduced percentage points, but is it only about percentage points?…

The wicketkeeper-batter, Ishan Kishan, has reportedly turned down the chance to participate in the upcoming Duleep Trophy, despite being injury-free. The zonal red-ball competition is scheduled to take place from June 28 to July 16 in Bangalore. Kishan, who was recently in contention for the World Test Championship (WTC) final, has been serving as a backup wicketkeeper following injuries to Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul. Although he received his maiden Test call-up earlier this year, he is yet to make his debut in the format. According to a member of the East Zone selection committee, Kishan was being considered for…

England’s promising talent, Harry Brook, is gearing up for his first Ashes experience and is ready to face the challenge posed by Australian spinner Nathan Lyon. Brook, who has made an impressive start to his Test career, averaging over 80 in seven matches, acknowledges Lyon’s skill but vows to adopt a ruthless approach against him. Expressing his strategy, Brook stated, “If he bowls a good ball, then I’m going to respect it. But other than that, I’m going to try and take him on. He could get a lot of wickets, but hopefully, we’re going to hit him for a…

England has announced their playing XI for the first Ashes test against Australia, set to commence at Edgbaston on Friday, and it promises to be a formidable lineup. Experienced campaigners Stuart Broad and Moeen Ali have earned their spots in the team, adding depth and skill to the squad. The pace attack will be spearheaded by the legendary duo of James Anderson and Stuart Broad, joined by the promising Ollie Robinson. Anderson and Robinson were rested for the recent Test against Ireland, where Broad showcased his prowess by taking an impressive five-wicket haul in the first innings, dismantling the opposition…

As the anticipation builds for the highly-anticipated 2023 ODI World Cup, former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq has expressed his fervent desire to witness a momentous clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in the tournament’s grand finale. The cricketing world will be treated to numerous thrilling encounters during this edition, and the potential face-off between these two powerhouses promises to be an epic spectacle. Scheduled to take place in India from October 5, the 2023 ODI World Cup has already created quite a buzz. After overcoming various challenges, including the logistics and political aspects, Pakistan has agreed to travel to their neighboring…

In a candid revelation, Ambati Rayudu, the seasoned cricketer who recently bid farewell to all forms of the game after Chennai Super Kings’ victory against Gujarat Titans in the IPL final, shed light on the controversial decision that led to his international retirement in 2019. Rayudu expressed his disappointment and frustration at being intentionally ignored by the former selection committee for the prestigious 2019 World Cup. While Rayudu has enjoyed a successful IPL career, his international journey has been marred by setbacks, particularly the exclusion from the World Cup squad despite being in excellent form. The 37-year-old’s standout performance in…