Are the Financial Stakes too low for the WTC Final?

International cricket teams compete for national pride and personal glory. While that should be the primary…

India’s Ability to Find Test Rhythms Could Decide WTC Final

The last time India played Australia in England, the venue was The Oval. It was a…

India Should be Wary of Scott Boland’s Old-Fashioned Virtues

Here is a question that is part of many cricketing discussions. What makes a good Test-match…

Rohit Sharma’s Practice Before WTC Final Stalled by Blow to Left Thumb

Rohit Sharma was hit on the left thumb while facing some throwdowns on the eve of…

Can India Repeat Shastri’s ‘Operation Smith’ at The Oval?

The one wicket that most helped India win the 2020-21 series in Australia was that of…

Of Sunny Days, Dravid’s Follow-on, and a Modern Mumbai Master

In the three Tests that Rahul Dravid, now India’s coach, played at The Oval (2002, 2007…

Will India Turn Up Jaded and Tired for WTC Final?

The situation reminds one of 2011. Days after a gruelling and successful World Cup campaign, the…