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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.
NewsAustralia has made notable adjustments to their T20 squad against India for the remaining series matches, with the departure of Steve Smith and Adam Zampa and the return of Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Inglis, and Sean Abbott.
NewsJasprit Bumrah’s mysterious Instagram story has captivated Indian cricket fans, generating excitement and speculation. His notable performances during the World Cup 2023 further solidified his status as one of India’s standout stars.
NewsAustralian cricket stars Alex Carey and Marnus Labuschagne are set to play in the Sheffield Shield, aiming to regain form after the ICC World Cup. Cameron Green will also feature, eyeing a Test comeback, while selectors indicate Mitch Marsh as the preferred No.6 for the upcoming series against Pakistan.
NewsIn the first Test between New Zealand and Bangladesh, Tim Southee expresses confidence in his formidable spin-bowling lineup, anticipating their pivotal role as the BlackCaps initiate their World Test Championship cycle in a 2-Test series in Bangladesh.
NewsAustralia aims to stage two Test matches in Melbourne, featuring a special 150-year anniversary Test against England in the 2026-27 summer, with plans to extend the three-match Test series against New Zealand, potentially leading to a rescheduling of the March 2027 series against Bangladesh to August 2026.
NewsTamim met with BCB President Nazmul Hasan Papon to discuss his future, with Papon announcing that a decision on Tamim’s cricketing future would follow the BPL, while Tamim confirmed his return to the field through the BPL.
NewsThe Pakistan Cricket Board is expected to delay issuing Haris Rauf’s No-Objection Certificate (NOC) for BBL participation until at least December 11, potentially affecting Melbourne Stars’ plans. Rauf’s decision to decline participation in Pakistan’s Test series in Australia and ongoing contract discussions highlight broader concerns among centrally contracted players regarding league participation limits.
NewsRCB Director of Cricket Mo Bobat praises Cameron Green’s middle-order power-hitting suitability, highlighting his impressive IPL 2023 performance, as Green joins RCB in a trade from Mumbai Indians.
NewsSri Lanka’s sports minister, Roshan Ranasinghe, was sacked after accusing President Ranil Wickremesinghe of plotting his assassination amid efforts to combat cricket board corruption. The cricket board’s suspension by the ICC and the country’s economic struggles further intensify the political crisis.
NewsThe 2025 ICC Champions Trophy hosting in Pakistan is in jeopardy due to India’s potential non-participation amid strained bilateral relations. The tournament may adopt a hybrid model or relocate, possibly to the United Arab Emirates.
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