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IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Dilip Vengsarkar has advice for high-scoring Shubman Gill to not get ‘obsessed’ | Cricket News

Shubman Gill in action for India (Image via Getty Images) Former Indian cricketer Dilip Vengsarkar believes Shubman Gill’s blistering run with the bat in the ongoing Test series in England has not only strengthened his authority as skipper but also showcased his world-class calibre. However, the veteran cautioned against chasing personal records, urging Gill to […]

IND vs ENG 3rd Test: R Ashwin questions Ben Stokes’ batting credentials – ‘Barring that Headingley heroics…’ | Cricket News

England captain Ben Stokes bats on day five of the second cricket test match between England and India at Edgbaston in Birmingham, England, Sunday, July 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Scott Heppell) R Ashwin has made a scathing attack on the batting credentials of England captain Ben Stokes. Ashwin explained Stokes’ dismissal in the second innings of […]

ZIM vs SA: Dominant South Africa crush Zimbabwe by an innings and 236 runs, seal series 2-0 | Cricket News

South Africa won by an innings and 236 runs against Zimbabwe (Image via X/@ProteasMenCSA) South Africa wrapped up a crushing victory over Zimbabwe by an innings and 236 runs on the third day of the second Test at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on Tuesday. Despite fielding what was effectively a second-string side, the […]

ZIM vs SA: South Africa in command despite Sean Williams’ century, lead by 216 at stumps on Day 2 | Cricket News

At stumps on day 2, South Africa maintained a 216-run lead over Zimbabwe (Image via X/@ProteasMenCSA) A fluent century from Sean Williams stood tall amid a faltering Zimbabwe batting effort, but South Africa maintained firm control at the end of Day 2 of the first Test at Queens Sports Club. Williams played a lone hand […]

IND vs ENG: ‘It doesn’t get bigger than this!’ – AB de Villiers questions Jasprit Bumrah’s Test workload plan | Cricket News

De Villiers stressed that unless Bumrah is nursing a serious injury, he must feature in the remaining matches. Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers has raised eyebrows over India’s decision to reportedly restrict Jasprit Bumrah to just three Tests in the ongoing five-match series against England. Calling Test cricket the “ultimate form of the […]

IND vs ENG: England handed massive boost in bowling attack; 150+ kmph pacer joins squad | Cricket News

Ben Stokes, England skipper, leads the team on to the field for the second innings during Day Three of the 1st Test (Image by George Wood/Getty Images) England have named pacer Jofra Archer in their squad for the second Test against India, marking a sensational return to the longest format after more than four years. […]

WI vs AUS: Days after being called ‘crap’ by an Australian legend, Shamar Joseph takes 4/46 including an absolute beaut – watch video | Cricket News

Shamar Joseph took four wickets in the first innings of the first Test against Australia. (AP) On the eve of Australia’s first Test against West Indies, former Aussie legend Ian Healy launched into Windies seamer Shamar Joseph. Healy, ex-Australia wicketkeeper, slammed the quick for warning Sam Konstas to ‘look out’ during the first Test which […]

Tilak Varma slams century on Hampshire debut; departs after scoring 100 in County Championship | Cricket News

India batter Tilak Varma had a memorable County debut as the southpaw hammered a century on his Hampshire debut. The 22-year-old, who was unbeaten on 98 against Essex on the opening day, completed his sixth first-class century on the second day. However, the southpaw fell right after reaching his milestone, as former South Africa captain […]

Jasprit Bumrah and the power of belief

Jasprit Bumrah has been told ‘no’ throughout his career. Want to make it big with a quirky action? Not likely. Want to play all three formats? You’re just a white-ball bowler. Want to be a bowling superstar in a country obsessed with batters? Fat chance. Want to come back from injury, again and again and […]

England vs India: How to tackle Jasprit Bumrah? Ben Duckett reveals England batters’ Leeds Test plan

England opener Ben Duckett revealed that a positive mindset was key to tackling India’s Jasprit Bumrah, as he and Ollie Pope stitched together a vital 122-run stand on Day 2 of the third Test at Headingley. Speaking to Sky Sports after the day’s play, Duckett said that he and Pope focused on staying positive and […]