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Written by Vaibhav Tripathi During a press conference ahead of the first T20I against Ireland, Indian speedster Jasprit Bumrah shared insights about his recovery process. He stressed upon that his rehabilitation wasn’t focused solely on T20 cricket but rather on preparing for the upcoming ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in India. Bumrah’s last appearance for the national team was in a T20I match against Australia in Hyderabad in September, 2022. Following that, he underwent back surgery due to a back injury, which kept him out of action. However, Bumrah’s eagerly awaited return to international cricket took place when he was…

Ahead of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, Pakistan’s head coach, Grant Bradburn, has revealed the team’s intention to embrace an assertive and aggressive approach. In a media interaction, Bradburn delved into Pakistan’s evolving mindset and how the team has adapted to the changing dynamics of cricket. Bradburn emphasized that cricket is undergoing a transformation, prompting Pakistan to strategically recalibrate its approach. He highlighted that glimpses of this revamped strategy were evident during the series against New Zealand, and the team intends to carry forward this approach. Despite the challenges posed by Sri Lankan conditions, Bradburn affirmed that Pakistan…

Written by Vaibhav Tripathi England’s white-ball cricket head coach, Matthew Mott, has revealed that the responsibility of discussing the potential reversal of Ben Stokes’ retirement from ODI cricket lies with limited-over captain Jos Buttler. While Stokes’ intentions remain uncertain, Mott remains optimistic on the possibility of him reconsidering the decision. Stokes announced his retirement from ODI cricket in July 2022, citing extensive workload and a preference for Test cricket. “Jos (Buttler) will probably lead the way on that communication, but Ben’s pretty straight with all of us. We will see if he’s keen. There has not been a clear direction…

Written by Vaibhav Tripathi Former Australia cricketer Michael di Venuto has playfully mentioned that David Warner is excited about the possibility of playing more Ashes series now that Stuart Broad, his long-time adversary, has retired. Continuing on Broad’s lack of form, Di Venuto emphasised on poor shot selection behind Warner’s lean patch though he added that the southpaw has displayed improved footwork as the Ashes progressed. In Test cricket, Broad has got the better of Warner 17 times, including both innings of the Headingley Test. The England pacer has confirmed that the ongoing Test at The Oval will mark his…

Written by Vaibhav Tripathi Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has lauded Carlos Alcaraz as the ‘future tennis superstar’ following the Spaniard’s remarkable victory over Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon final. In an enthralling men’s singles summit show, the 20-year-old Alcaraz made a magnificent comeback, defeating the seven-time champion 1-6, 7-6 (6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 at the Centre Court. This triumph secured Alcaraz’s second Grand Slam title after US Open 2022. “What a fantastic final to watch! Excellent tennis by both these athletes. We’re witnessing the rise of the next superstar of tennis. I’ll be following Carlos’ career for the next 10-12…

Written by Vaibhav Tripathi Zimbabwe is gearing up to host the Zim Afro T10 tournament, known for its fast-paced cricket action, starting on July 20. Bollywood icon Sanjay Dutt, alongside Sir Sohan Roy of Aries Group of Companies, has entered the cricketing world as the co-owner of the Harare Hurricanes team. This marks their debut in the sport. Additionally, Lahore Qalandars, a franchise in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), have also secured a franchise for the Zim Afro T10. Their team, Durban Qalandars, will represent the Qalanders brand in the inaugural edition of the tournament. The Zim Afro T10 will…

Written by Vaibhav Tripathi Shahbaz Sharif, the Pakistan Prime Minister, will announce two recommendations for the position of Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday, June 20. Sharif, who is currently serving as the acting head of the PCB, will propose the names of Zaka Ashraf, a former chairman of the board, and Mustafa Ramday, a prominent Supreme Court lawyer. Typically, the Prime Minister’s decision holds significant weight in appointing the Chairman of the PCB. Najam Sethi, the current Chairman of the PCB Management Committee, clarified in a tweet on Tuesday that he was not competing for the…

Written by Vaibhav Tripathi Even as the debates continue to rage over his exclusion from the playing XI for the World Test Championship (WTC) final defeat to Australia at The Oval, R Ashwin, India’s premier spinner, has refused to fan the flames by criticising the team management’s decision. “I would have loved to play because I have played a part in us getting there,” Ashwin told The Indian Express. “Even in the last final, I got four wickets and bowled really well.” It’s a reality, however, that Ashwin has usually been the one to make way when India venture overseas.…

Written by Vaibhav Tripathi Indian wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant on Wednesday provided an encouraging update on his recovery progress after the harrowing car accident which he suffered in December 2022. Determined to regain full fitness as swiftly as possible, Pant has been dedicating himself to rigorous rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. Pant has been sharing regular updates on his recovery journey, with his latest social media post showcasing a video of him independently ascending a flight of stairs. Reflecting on this achievement, Pant humorously captioned the post, acknowledging that even simple tasks can pose challenges. “Not bad…

Written by Vaibhav Tripathi The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has unveiled the venues for India’s highly anticipated tour of England in 2025. The series will feature Test matches held at renowned grounds including Lord’s, The Oval, Edgbaston, Headingley, and Old Trafford. In an interesting development, the ECB has also disclosed its venue plans for a span of seven years, encompassing the period from 2025 to 2031. As per the International Cricket Council’s Future Tours Programme, India is scheduled to embark on their tour of England in June 2025 for a challenging five-Test series. Traditionally, India and England have…