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Scoring a century in Test cricket is a significant achievement, but converting it into a double hundred requires exceptional concentration, patience, and determination. For some batters, however, the dream of reaching 200 has ended in the most frustrating fashion possible. Being dismissed for 199 is one of cricket’s cruellest near-misses, as a single run separates…
Test cricket is widely regarded as the toughest format for bowlers, demanding exceptional skill, patience and consistency to trouble batters over long periods. While some bowlers rely on express pace, others build pressure through swing, seam movement and accuracy. Reaching 100 wickets is a significant milestone in a player’s career, but achieving it in the…
The ongoing Test series between South Africa and Australia has produced plenty of entertaining moments alongside the intense cricketing action. However, an unusual incident involving a spectator grabbed attention during Day 3 of the series-deciding third Test at Newlands in Cape Town. A fan holding a cheeky message directed at Proteas wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton became…
Mumbai Indians have begun reshaping their coaching setup ahead of the IPL 2027 season, bringing in fresh faces while relying on individuals with previous associations with the franchise. The five-time IPL champions are preparing for a new chapter under their recently appointed head coach, with several changes made across the batting, bowling and fielding departments.…
India have announced a promising 15-member squad for the upcoming Under-19 Asia Cup 2026, with Aaryavir Sehwag and Anvay Dravid among the notable selections. The presence of the two youngsters, sons of former India greats Virender Sehwag and Rahul Dravid, has attracted considerable attention ahead of the continental tournament. Lakshya Raichandani will lead the side,…
New Zealand produced a commanding performance to defeat India by 87 runs in the fourth T20I at Eden Park, Auckland, ending the visitors’ unbeaten run in the ongoing five-match series. After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, India struggled to contain the New Zealand batters, who unleashed an extraordinary display of power-hitting to…
England finally had something to celebrate on their Pakistan tour, defeating Sri Lanka by 55 runs in the sixth match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Thursday, October 29. Ben Duckett’s magnificent century and Liam Dawson’s career-best bowling performance helped Harry Brook’s side end a disappointing campaign with a…
New Zealand produced a stunning batting performance against India in the fourth T20I at Eden Park in Auckland, putting the visitors under enormous pressure with a record-breaking total. With India having already secured the five-match series by winning the first three matches, the hosts were determined to make a statement in front of their home…
India‘s pace attack continued to trouble New Zealand during the fourth T20I at Eden Park in Auckland. With the visitors already holding an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series, the hosts were under pressure to deliver a strong performance and avoid another defeat. However, India’s decision to bowl first after winning the toss quickly…
India’s team selection has become a major talking point since captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss at opted to bowl in the fourth T20I against New Zealand at Eden Park, Auckland. With India already securing an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series, the team management got opportunity to experiment with its playing combination while…
Afghanistan star Rashid Khan once again demonstrated his extraordinary value to the national side during the second T20I against Zimbabwe at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The experienced leg-spinner produced a memorable performance on a special night for Afghan cricket, helping his team maintain control of the contest with his variations and ability to deliver breakthroughs…
Afghanistan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai produced a stunning batting performance to register his maiden T20I century, helping his side defeat Zimbabwe by 19 runs in the second T20I at Sharjah Cricket Stadium on October 29, 2026. His extraordinary innings transformed Afghanistan’s struggling position into a match-winning total and secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match…
New Zealand and India will meet in the fourth T20I of the five-match series at Eden Park in Auckland on Friday, October 30, 2026. With India having already secured a 3-0 lead, the hosts will be desperate to avoid another defeat, while the visitors will look to maintain their dominance ahead of the final match.…
The fourth T20I between New Zealand and India will be played at Eden Park in Auckland on Friday, October 30, 2026. With India already holding an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series, the hosts will be eager to bounce back in front of their home supporters, while the visitors will aim to extend their…
Former India opener Kris Srikkanth has taken part in a blind-ranking challenge involving 10 legendary Test batters. The list brings together some of the biggest names to have played the longest format, including former India stars and celebrated batters from Australia, England and the West Indies. Srikkanth shared his rankings on Instagram, offering an interesting…
