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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.
AnalysisKagiso Rabada's ascent to the elite 300-wicket club in Test cricket has been nothing short of remarkable. Debuting in 2015 at Mohali against India, Rabada quickly established himself as one of the most fearsome fast bowlers in modern cricket.
AnalysisKL Rahul, a prominent name in Indian cricket, has had a journey of resilience and adaptability over the past decade in Test cricket. Since making his debut in 2014, he has showcased his skills in various batting positions, ranging from opening the innings to anchoring the middle order.
AnalysisNew Zealand Women clinched their first-ever ICC Women's T20 World Cup title in 2024, overcoming South Africa in a thrilling final held in Dubai. This victory was a historic moment for New Zealand, who had previously made it to the finals in 2009 and 2010, but it took them 14 years to reach this stage again.
AnalysisIndia’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup campaign in the UAE was riddled with challenges, one of the most notable being the underwhelming performance of vice-captain Smriti Mandhana. Known for her elegance at the crease and often touted as India's best batter, much was expected from her in this crucial tournament
AnalysisIndia Women's journey in the 2024 ICC Women's T20 World Cup has come to an unfortunate end, as they officially exited the tournament after securing two wins and two losses.
AnalysisThe Indian cricket team wrapped up their T20I series against Bangladesh in emphatic style, clinching a dominant 133-run victory in the third and final match in Hyderabad. Winning the toss, captain Suryakumar Yadav opted to bat first, and the Indian batters put on a masterclass, posting a colossal total of 297/6—the highest-ever T20I score by a Test-playing nation. Sanju Samson led the charge with a breathtaking maiden T20I century, scoring 111 off just 47 balls.
AnalysisIndia Women delivered a commanding 82-run victory over Sri Lanka in a crucial Group A fixture of the Women's T20 World Cup, staying firmly in the hunt for a semifinal spot. With this win, India avenged their Asia Cup final defeat and dealt a knockout blow to Sri Lanka, making them the second team after Scotland to be eliminated from the race for the semis.
AnalysisVarun Chakravarthy made a significant impact in his return to T20I cricket, delivering an impressive performance against Bangladesh. After a two-year hiatus from the format, he took three wickets for 31 runs in his four overs, demonstrating his skill as a spinner.
AnalysisIndia Women secured a comprehensive 6-wicket victory against Pakistan Women in their 100th T20I match, held in Dubai, marking their first win in the Women's T20 World Cup 2024. After winning the toss and opting to bat first, Pakistan Women struggled to gain momentum.
AnalysisNew Zealand Women delivered a dominant performance to break their 10-match losing streak, defeating India Women by 58 runs, marking their largest margin of victory against India in T20Is. Opting to bat first, Sophie Devine's side got off to a flying start on a favorable batting surface. Openers Suzie Bates and Georgia Plimmer laid a solid foundation with 55 runs in the powerplay.
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