Author: Vaibhav Tripathi

After a new-look Indian team thrashed England by an innings and 64 runs in the fifth and final Test to win the five-match series 4-1, Rohit Sharma praised the youngsters for showing up following the defeat in the first Test in Hyderabad. After losing the series opener, India bounced back in style and won four games on the trot, rounding it off at the picture-perfect HPCA Stadium in the Himalayan foothills. The series finale was a one-sided affair as the match ended inside three days. Rohit, Shubman Gill, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Kuldeep Yadav starred for India. This series win is…

Chennai Super Kings received a significant setback to their IPL 2024 aspirations as their key player, Devon Conway, has been laid low by a finger injury. The New Zealand cricketer sustained a thumb injury during the second T20I against Australia. Initially, X-rays indicated no fracture, but further assessment revealed significant damage, necessitating surgery. According to sources, the CSK management is in consultation with Brett Harrop, the New Zealand physio, to know the exact duration of Conway’s absence. As per initial reports, Conway was expected to be out of action until May. Conway, acquired by Chennai Super Kings in…

Ravichandran Ashwin is on the verge of reaching a significant milestone in his cricketing career, as he prepares to play his 100th Test match for India. This achievement is worthy of celebration, especially considering the challenges he has faced throughout his tumultuous journey. As he approaches this landmark match, the 37-year-old reflected on the career changing moment: the series defeat against England, which served as a turning point. This humbling experience at home prompted Ashwin to introspect and address the shortcomings in his game. “The 2012 series against England was the turning point for me. It taught me what to…

James Franklin, the former New Zealand all-rounder, will step in as the new fast bowling coach for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the upcoming IPL season, filling in for Dale Steyn, who opted out due to personal reasons. Steyn, the former South African pace sensation, assumed the role of SRH’s fast bowling coach in 2022. However, he requested a break this season, and SRH, respecting his decision, granted him leave for the entire campaign. Although Franklin played for Mumbai Indians in the 2011 and 2012 seasons, this marks his first stint as a coach in the IPL. On the…

Sunrisers Hyderabad have named Australia’s World Cup-winning captain Pat Cummins as their new skipper for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League, IPL 2024. He takes over from South Africa’s Aiden Markram. His successful leadership for Australia in Tests and ODIs, where they clinched the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) and ICC World Cup last year, has evidently influenced the decision. Cummins, 30, became the second most expensive player in IPL history when SRH acquired him for a staggering INR 20.50 crore. He led Australia to victory in the 2023 World Test Championship (WTC) and Men’s ODI World Cup.…

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have appointed Lance Klusener as an assistant coach for the upcoming IPL season. Klusener joins the coaching staff led by Justin Langer. He will work alongside fellow assistant coach S Sriram as they strive to clinch the elusive IPL title under the leadership of KL Rahul. Klusener will continue to oversee the operations of Durban Super Giants (DSG), the South Africa-based affiliate of the Super Giants franchise in SA20. As the head coach of DSG’s SA20 side, Klusener guided them to the final in the recently concluded season. With prior IPL coaching experience, having…

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the squad for the fifth and final Test match against England, set to begin from March 7 in Dharamsala. Vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah, who was rested for the fourth Test in Ranchi, will link-up with the squad ahead of the start of the final Test of the series. However, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul, sidelined due to injury since the first Test, will miss the final encounter as well. “BCCI Medical Team is closely monitoring him and coordinating with specialists in London for further management of his issue,” stated a BCCI release…

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made a significant announcement on Thursday, revealing that West Indies wicketkeeper batter Nicholas Pooran has been appointed as their new vice-captain for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. The team has decided to replace all-rounder Krunal Pandya with Pooran in the vice-captaincy role. While KL Rahul continues as the captain, there has been a change in his deputy. Pandya, who served as Rahul’s deputy last season and even took over as captain mid-season, has been replaced despite LSG’s playoff qualification under his leadership. “KL Rahul (C) Nicholas Pooran (VC). This season feels special already,”…

Following England’s loss in the Ranchi Test, and subsequently the series, head coach Brendon McCullum conceded that his team had failed to capitalise on crucial moments throughout the four games. Despite this setback, the former New Zealand skipper expressed optimism about England’s Test cricket future. “We’re disappointed with the series loss, but we’re also proud of the team’s efforts,” McCullum stated during a press interaction. “We’ve had our moments in this series, showing glimpses of strong performances while being outplayed in others. It’s been a competitive contest, and credit must be given to India for stepping up when the game…

New Zealand fast bowler Neil Wagner has announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect. The 37-year-old revealed his decision on Tuesday, just ahead of the Test series against arch-rivals Australia at the Basin Reserve on Tuesday. Despite being included in the squad for the two home Tests against Australia led by Pat Cummins, Wagner was informed by head coach Gary Stead that he would not feature in either match. In an emotional press conference held at Wellington’s Basin Reserve, Wagner fought back tears as he confirmed his retirement from the international arena after his 64th Test, scheduled to…