RCB vs GT: Kohli, Jacks power RCB to comfortable win, chasing huge total

Will Jacks slammed a sensational hundred while Virat Kohli upped his game in the middle overs as Royal Challengers Bengaluru outplayed Gujarat Titans by nine wickets in the IPL here on Sunday. Kohli (70 not out of 44), whose approach in the middle overs was questioned in the previous game, employed the sweep shot against …

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CSK ‘different from all others’: Shivam Dube praises Chennai Super Kings, reveals what sets Yellow franchise apart

Following his side’s win over Gujarat Titans (GT) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Shivam Dube expressed that the Yellow franchise is different from all others and has given him freedom in his gameplay. The fortress at Chepauk stood untouched as the Chennai Super Kings registered a comprehensive 63-run …

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IPL 2024: Mohammed Shami blames Hardik Pandya for Mumbai Indians’ defeat, says MI captain came to bat as ‘tailender’

IPL 2024: Many were surprised to see skipper Hardik Pandya bowl the first over of the Indian Premier League 2024 for Mumbai Indians (MI), despite having master magician Jasprit Bumrah, in their ranks.  In an interview with Cricbuzz, Indian Mohammed Shami said he was also surprised at Bumrah not being chosen. Shami speculated that Hardik …

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Another dig at Ishan Kishan’s focus on IPL? Sunil Gavaskar says some don’t have the ability to play Test cricket

Sunil Gavaskar has shared his thoughts on the importance of passion for Test cricket. He agreed with Rohit Sharma stressing the significance of the “hunger” to play this format.  The Indian captain earlier highlighted how critical it is for players to exhibit a passion for Test cricket to be considered for selection. His comment followed …

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Ind vs Eng 4th Test: Is Rohit Sharma planning to surprise England? India skipper asks this leg-spinner ‘to be ready’

With two back-to-back double tons, Yashasvi Jaiswal must be on cloud nine. While hailing the youngster’s batting achievement in Test cricket, Anil Kumble has highlighted an often-overlooked skill that the Mumbai batter has. The former India coach now wants Jaiswal to explore his leg-spin. “Well done on your batting. But, one thing that I have …

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DRS at fault? England skipper Ben Stokes says, ‘If the ball’s hitting the stumps…’

Ben Stokes has called for a revamp of Decision Review System (DRS) protocols, especially criticising the “umpire’s call”. This appeal followed England’s defeat in the third Test against India. Stokes shared his perplexity over the DRS outcome of Zak Crawley’s LBW, which seemed to inaccurately signal an out. Despite replays suggesting otherwise, it was given …

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Rohit Sharma on R Ashwin leaving Rajkot Test: ‘There were no second thoughts in our minds that he should…’

Rohit Sharma found himself in a challenging position during the third Test in Rajkot. Ravichandran Ashwin had to leave after Day 2. He needed to attend to a family emergency as his mother was unwell. Despite the setback, Sharma expressed strong support for Ashwin’s decision. Sharma’s remarks post-match reflected a leadership style that values empathy …

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