Author: Virat Verma

Australia’s prominent all-rounder, Glenn Maxwell, recently sustained an ankle injury that led to his exclusion from the 2023 Australia tour of South Africa. This injury concern has cast doubt on his availability for the upcoming ODIs against India, which precede the crucial ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. Australia is set to engage in a three-match ODI series against India, but Maxwell’s participation in all these games is uncertain as a precautionary measure, considering the impending World Cup. Despite his injury setback, Maxwell has expressed his keenness to be part of the India series. He commended the Australian selectors and staff…

In a recent interview on the Club Prairie Fire podcast hosted by Adam Gilchrist and Michael Vaughan, star all-rounder Mitchell Marsh made a surprising prediction about the World Cup 2023 Final. Marsh, who is currently leading the Australian side in the AUS vs SA ODIs due to the absence of Pat Cummins and Steve Smith, snubbed India and England as favorites and instead predicted that Australia and Pakistan would face off in the blockbuster final at the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 19. Former England skipper Vaughan questioned Marsh about the potential winner, presenting India, Pakistan, or England as options.…

In the highly anticipated Asia Cup 2023 match, India and Pakistan are all set to face off in the Super Four stage on Sunday, September 10, at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The last encounter between these cricket giants was marred by rain, leaving fans disappointed. India vs Pakistan Head to Head Records India has won 55 out of the 133 ODI matches played between the two teams, while Pakistan has won 73, with five matches ending in no result. Asia Cup 2023 Super Four: India vs Pakistan Pitch Report The pitch at R Premadasa Stadium favors…

In Match 21 of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2023, the St Kitts And Nevis Patriots (SKN) are set to face off against the Saint Lucia Kings (SLK). This exciting clash is scheduled to unfold at the iconic Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad. In their recent match, the Patriots faced an eight-wicket defeat at the hands of the Barbados Royals (BBR), while the Kings registered an impressive 90-run victory against the Royals in their previous encounter. Currently, the Kings hold the third position in the points table, whereas the Patriots are positioned in the sixth spot. CPL 2023, 21st…

On Saturday, South Africa is set to face Australia in the second ODI of their five-match series at Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein. In the previous match on September 7, Australia narrowly defeated South Africa in a tense encounter at the same venue. The Proteas, batting first, managed to score only 222 runs, with Captain Temba Bavuma being the top scorer with an unbeaten 114 runs from 142 balls. Australia faced a challenging situation, struggling at 113-7 in their reply. However, Marnus Labuschagne, who came in as a concussion substitute for Cameron Green, and Ashton Agar teamed up brilliantly. They formed…

The 2023 edition of the cricket ODI World Cup will feature ten teams, with a format that includes a three-year qualification phase to determine the participating teams. These rules differ slightly from other cricket formats. Below, you can find an overview of the World Cup 2023 Rules. In the 2023 World Cup, the match will consist of two sessions, each lasting 3.5 hours, separated by a 45-minute break. Following the toss, team captains will announce their playing 11. Bowlers will be limited to bowling a maximum of 10 overs, with exceptions for rain-reduced matches, ensuring no more than one-fifth (20%)…

KL Rahul made a promising return to the Indian team during his first net practice in Colombo for the Asia Cup. He appeared to be in good form, displaying clean ball contact similar to before his thigh injury. Despite the challenges of recovering from a lengthy injury, Rahul impressed during his sessions at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru while undergoing rehabilitation. While his batting seemed solid, concerns lingered about his ability to keep wickets for the full 50 overs due to a groin niggle he picked up during his recovery. Rahul’s confidence was evident, as he not only took…

Stokes mentioned that he has a “good plan” in progress for his troubled knee, but currently, it’s not the appropriate moment to disclose it. He stated, “I know what’s going to happen, I just don’t think now is the right time to reveal what I’m doing. There’s actually quite a long time off after the World Cup.” Stokes, who didn’t bowl in the last three Ashes Tests, continued, “I’ve been having some good conversations with some specialists. There is a plan in place. When we do what we need to do to give myself a chance of getting back to…

Jasprit Bumrah has rejoined the Indian squad, returning from his brief absence due to the birth of his first child. This move comes just ahead of India’s Asia Cup Super Four clash against Pakistan at the R Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. Bumrah’s presence was notable during India’s initial outdoor practice session in Colombo, where he participated enthusiastically after his arrival earlier that morning. Meanwhile, Sanju Samson, who had been brought in as a reserve wicketkeeper due to K.L. Rahul’s groin injury, has been released from the squad. Rahul has since recovered and joined the team on Tuesday. Also read: Colombo…

The highly anticipated Super 4s encounter between India and Pakistan in the 2023 Asia Cup is slated for September 10, 2023, at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. However, fans might face another disappointment as the weather forecast for Colombo suggests the possibility of rain disrupting this weekend’s eagerly awaited clash between the arch-rivals. Fortunately, after two days of rain, the skies cleared up in Colombo on Friday, allowing the teams to practice. The Colombo weather forecast indicates a 70% chance of rain on Sunday morning. While temperatures are expected to drop slightly during the day,…