Shoaib Akhtar, the Rawalpindi Express, is known for his explosive speed and ferocity on the cricket pitch. He holds the record for the fastest ball ever bowled in cricket, clocking in at 161.3 kph against New Zealand in 2002. Recently, the 47-year-old spoke to Suno News HD about that memorable year and revealed a surprising decision he made when he turned down Pakistan’s captaincy offer in 2002. Akhtar explained that he was not fit enough to take on the role and also criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board for their poor management and acceptance of mediocrity. The outspoken former cricketer also…
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KL Rahul’s lacklustre performance in white-ball cricket last year and in the ongoing Test series has left many questioning his place in the Indian cricket team. With just 38 runs in the first two games and a low average since 2020, former cricketers and fans alike are divided on whether Rahul should be given another chance or benched for the upcoming match against Indore. Even 1983 World Cup winner Krishnamachari Srikkanth, who affectionately calls him “Rolls Royce Rahul,” believes it’s time for him to take a break and for Shubman Gill to take the field in the third match. Srikkanth…
James Anderson, the English cricketing legend, has claimed the number one spot in the ICC Test rankings after a sensational performance in the first Test against New Zealand. At the ripe age of 40, Anderson’s skill and experience shone through as he took 7 wickets in the match, earning him a rating of 866 points and pushing Pat Cummins from the top spot. Anderson’s achievement is a testament to his dedication and perseverance, having worked hard to maintain his form and fitness over the years. Ravichandran Ashwin of India has climbed to the second spot with 864 points, while Cummins…
The Indian Premier League is one of the most-watched cricket leagues globally, and it has become a platform for young cricketers to showcase their skills. In the last season, Gujarat Titans emerged as the champions, defying all odds with their inexperienced squad. The franchise showed that cricket is a team game and that utility players can win matches. As the IPL 2023 is coming up, let’s look at the three players from Gujarat Titans who can win the MVP Award. 1. Hardik Pandya Hardik Pandya was instrumental in Gujarat Titans’ success in the last season. He had a fantastic year…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has become one of the most popular and lucrative T20 leagues in the world, attracting top players from across the globe. The IPL 2023 edition promises to be another exciting season, with several new players likely to make their debut. Here, we take a look at three players who could make a significant impact in IPL 2023. 1. Harry Brook (Sunrisers Hyderabad) Harry Brook is a young English player who has made a promising start to his career in domestic cricket. The technically sound batter has a keen eye for the ball and has shown…
With the Border-Gavaskar Trophy slipping away from their grasp, Australia is turning to former batter Matthew Hayden to help salvage their pride and reputation in India. The Aussies are 0-2 down in the four-match Test series against the home team and are desperate to avoid a whitewash. Head coach Andrew McDonald believes that Hayden’s expertise in batting on Indian pitches can help the team come back from the brink. Hayden, who accumulated over 1,000 runs in India during his playing career, had famously mocked the Australian team during a Test match in Delhi by bringing a broom to the stadium,…
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif has showered praise on Virat Kohli for his innings of 44 runs in the first innings of the second Test against Australia in Delhi. While Kohli was controversially given out by Nitin Menon, Kaif believes that kids should learn about the technique of Test matches by watching Kohli’s innings. Kaif further added that Kohli’s approach and organized batting on a turning track is what one should aim for, whether or not runs are scored. India went on to win the second Test by six wickets, taking a 2-0 lead in the four-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Ravindra…
Former South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes has tipped India to win the upcoming 2023 ODI World Cup, which is set to take place in India. India last won the tournament in 2011, and Rhodes believes that the current squad led by Rohit Sharma is well-equipped to bring the trophy back home. Despite India’s mixed record in big tournaments, Rhodes remains confident in the team’s ability to perform on the biggest stage. With an impressive lineup that boasts match-winners such as Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul, the team is poised for success. Furthermore, the all-rounder trio of…
England women’s cricket team made history on Tuesday, becoming the first team ever to cross the 200-run mark in an ICC Women’s T20 World Cup match. The team’s victory against Pakistan in their final group game was led by Nat Sciver-Brunt, whose stunning unbeaten 81 off 40 balls, including 12 fours and a six, helped set up a mammoth total of 213-5 at Newlands in Cape Town. Along with Sciver-Brunt’s incredible performance, Danni Wyatt scored 59 off 33 balls, while Amy Jones added 47 off 31, setting the stage for a commanding 114-run victory over Pakistan. The win not only…
After a shock opening defeat to Sri Lanka, South Africa was under immense pressure to avoid another early exit in their home tournament. The team’s notorious history of crumbling under pressure in big tournaments only added to the burden. However, they kept their cool and put in a clinical bowling performance to restrict Bangladesh to 113-6 in their 20 overs. But it was the dominant opening partnership between Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits that sealed the deal for South Africa. The pair put on an unbeaten partnership of 117 in just 17.5 overs, with Wolvaardt finishing the match with back-to-back…