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A cricket crazy fan and a dynamic, unbiased critic of the game. Looks at cricket putting on a different lens, changing the focus and questioning the ordinary viewpoint. Grew up watching the Aussies rule the game, and turned an ardent fan of the game seeing India lift the World Cup.

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RCB Star Left Out as England Pick Playing XI for First Test, Woakes Makes a ComebackNews
Cricket News1 year ago

IND vs ENG: RCB Star Left Out as England Pick Playing XI for First Test, Woakes Makes a Comeback

England have named their playing XI for the first Test against India, kicking off the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy and the new World Test Championship cycle. Chris Woakes returns to the side, while Brydon Carse is set to make his home debut. Ollie Pope holds on to the No. 3 spot despite growing competition. Meanwhile, India, led by Shubman Gill, are chasing their first Test series win in England in 18 years. RCB star Jacob Bethell misses out on selection for the opening clash.

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India and Pakistan likely in one group for upcoming ICC T20I World Cup 2026News
Cricket News1 year ago

India and Pakistan likely in one group for upcoming ICC T20I World Cup 2026

England will host the biggest ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2026 from June 12 to July 5 across seven cities. The tournament will start with England playing Sri Lanka at Edgbaston and end with the final at Lord’s. India is in Group A with Pakistan, South Africa, Australia, and two more teams yet to qualify. The India vs Pakistan match is creating buzz, but not just because of cricket. Many feel it's unfair to play Pakistan when India strongly opposes terrorism linked to them.

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"Your main job is to perform; captaincy comes second" – Former England captain Graham Gooch on Shubman GillNews
Cricket News1 year ago

"Your main job is to perform; captaincy comes second" – Former England captain Graham Gooch on Shubman Gill

Former England captain Graham Gooch spoke about the upcoming India-England Test series and said it’s a big honour for Shubman Gill to lead the team. But he also reminded that Gill’s main job is to score runs. Gooch said England will play aggressive cricket and try to make a strong statement, but added that India will have the advantage of playing at home.

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Jasprit Bumrah reveals why he declined Team India captaincy agead of ENG vs IND seriesNews
Cricket News1 year ago

'I won't be able to play' - Jasprit Bumrah reveals why he declined Team India captaincy agead of ENG vs IND series

Jasprit Bumrah was one of the top names considered for India’s Test captain, but he chose to step back because of workload issues. Even though he was the vice-captain, Bumrah told the BCCI that he wouldn’t be able to play all five matches in the series and felt the team needed someone who could be there throughout. So, Shubman Gill was named the new captain for the England series starting June 20 in Leeds.

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New Zealand Captain Sophie Devine to Retire from ODIs After 2025 World CupNews
Cricket News1 year ago

New Zealand Captain Sophie Devine to Retire from ODIs After 2025 World Cup

New Zealand women’s team captain Sophie Devine has decided to retire from ODI cricket after the 2025 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. She will still play T20 matches but in a more relaxed way. Earlier this year, Sophie took a short break to look after her mental health. She will lead the team in the World Cup, and New Zealand Cricket fully supports her choice to find a better balance between cricket and life.

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It is not my job to announce the winner

Rohit Sharma on being asked if England were rightly awarded the World Cup title in 2019