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21 Apr 2020

Pakistan Cricket Team

Pakistan shouldn't drop Mohammad Amir for T20 WC: Mickey Arthur

Former Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur believes leaving out star bowler Mohammad Amir would plummet the team's chances to clinch the T20 World Cup title.

Indian Premier League: Complete statistical analysis of SRH's performance

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) were founded in 2012 after Deccan Chargers got terminated from the Indian Premier League (IPL).

20 Apr 2020

Indian Cricket Team

#NewsBytesExplainer: Decoding the role of DRS in reviewing lbw decisions

The Decision Review System (DRS) provides assistance to match officials in decision-making.

Coronavirus outbreak: South Africa's tour of Sri Lanka postponed

South Africa's upcoming tour of Sri Lanka has been postponed, owing to coronavirus outburst.

Coronavirus outbreak: Mushfiqur Rahim to auction bat for raising funds

Bangladesh batsman Mushfiqur Rahim is all set to auction his bat in order to raise funds amid coronavirus pandemic.

No decision on T20 World Cup till August: Sources

The entire sports community is facing the wrath of coronavirus outburst, with IPL being the latest one to be impacted.

19 Apr 2020

Sourav Ganguly

'I had also removed my jersey', Yuvraj on NatWest final

The 2002 NatWest series victory in England marked the beginning of India's golden period under Sourav Ganguly.

19 Apr 2020

BCCI

Former Indian wicket-keeper Ajay Ratra completes CA's online coaching course

Former Indian wicket-keeper Ajay Ratra has completed an introductory level coaching course with Cricket Australia amid countrywide lockdown.

19 Apr 2020

India

Will Bhuvneshwar Kumar make his international comeback this year?

Indian pace spearhead Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been out of action lately, owing to his hernia injury.

19 Apr 2020

Mahendra Singh Dhoni

MS Dhoni's favorite player was Suresh Raina, claims Yuvraj Singh

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh feels every captain has a favorite player and for MS Dhoni, it was none other than Suresh Raina.

Indian Premier League: Complete statistical analysis of RR's performance

After winning the inaugural edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Rajasthan Royals haven't quite managed to maintain the desired level.

19 Apr 2020

Rohit Sharma

Sunil Gavaskar highlights Rohit's exclusion from Wisden's list of players

Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar voiced his opinion on Rohit Sharma's exclusion from the 2020 edition of Wisden Cricketers' Almanack.

19 Apr 2020

Test Cricket

#ThisDayThatYear: Jason Gillespie scripts history with unbeaten 201

14 years ago on this day, former Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie stunned the world by scoring a double century against Bangladesh in Chattogram.

ICC advises players to be aware of bookies amid lockdown

Cricket's anti-corruption chief has told players to remain vigilant of approaches by potential fixers amid lockdown.

18 Apr 2020

Test Cricket

#NewsBytesExplainer: Why is Pujara India's prized possession in Test cricket?

India's coveted number three spot in Test cricket was firmly held by Rahul Dravid in 2000s.

18 Apr 2020

Test Cricket

#ThisDayThatYear: Brain Lara breaks Sir Garfield Sobers' 36-year-old record

On 18 April 1994, Brian Lara entered the record books by owning the then-highest individual score in Test cricket.

Warner lists 2016 title win as his favorite IPL memory

David Warner has been one of the most consistent batsman in the Indian Premier League.

KKR could have won more titles with Russell: Gautam Gambhir

Former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir believes Kolkata Knight Riders would have clinched a couple of more IPL titles, had they acquired Andre Russell a few seasons earlier.

Indian Premier League: Complete statistical analysis of KXIP's performance

Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) haven't quite managed to get the consistency going in the cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL).

18 Apr 2020

Virat Kohli

Mohammed Shami credits Virat Kohli for his success

Indian pace spearhead Mohammed Shami hailed Virat Kohli for backing him at crucial junctures.

Happy Birthday KL Rahul: A look at his achievements

Indian cricketer KL Rahul turned 28 on Saturday. The versatile batsman was enjoying a tremendous run of form until the coronavirus pandemic suspended all sport.

A look at IPL's greatest XI from 2008-2019

The Indian Premier League (IPL) started on this day back in 2008 and went on to be celebrated like a festival.

Quinton de Kock won't be the Test captain: Graeme Smith

Right after being appointed as Cricket South Africa's Director, Graeme Smith revealed that Quinton de Kock will not lead the Proteas in Test cricket.

17 Apr 2020

Ranji Trophy

KL Rahul's journey from being inconsistent to indispensable

KL Rahul's name stands right atop the list of technically sound batsmen in world cricket.

Graeme Smith appointed Cricket South Africa's Director for two years

Former opener Graeme Smith has been named South Africa's Director of Cricket for two years.

Indian Premier League: Complete statistical analysis of MI's performance

Four-time Indian Premier League (IPL) winners Mumbai Indians (MI) have enjoyed a lot of success in the cash-rich tournament.

17 Apr 2020

Test Cricket

Cummins is the most complete bowler presently: Glenn McGrath

Former Australian fast bowler Glenn McGrath believes Pat Cummins is the most complete bowler of this generation.

Happy Birthday Muttiah Muralitharan: A look at his achievements

Former Sri Lankan spin ace Muttiah Muralitharan turned 42 on Friday.

Should the T20 WC be postponed? Here's what experts feel

All sporting activities including cricket have either been canceled or postponed amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus outbreak: Sri Lanka offer to host IPL 2020

Sri Lanka have proposed to host the 13th edition of Indian Premier League.

We've been pretty consistent with our T20I line-up: Alex Carey

Australia's limited-overs vice-captain Alex Carey has said that the side is consistent in terms of having a settled line-up in T20Is.

16 Apr 2020

Indian Cricket Team

I stand a good chance in returning for T20Is: Karthik

Senior wicket-keeper batsman Dinesh Karthik is upbeat about making a comeback to the Indian cricket team in the shortest format.

Indian Premier League: Complete statistical analysis of CSK's performance

Three-time Indian Premier League (IPL) winners Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have been one of the most consistent teams over the years.

16 Apr 2020

Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Shami played 2015 World Cup with fractured knee: Details here

Star Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has claimed that he played the ICC World Cup 2015 with a fractured knee.

Steyn is the best bowler of my generation: Stuart Broad

England fast bowler Stuart Broad named South Africa's Dale Steyn the best bowler of his generation.

Being nice to Indians doesn't fetch IPL contract: VVS Laxman

Former Indian batsman VVS Laxman hit back at Michael Clarke for his comments on the IPL contract.

Indian Premier League: Complete statistical analysis of RCB's performance

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) haven't quite managed to get the consistency going in the cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL).

#ThisDayThatYear: Tendulkar smashes his only IPL ton for Mumbai Indians

Former Indian batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar showed what he could have achieved in T20 cricket had the format come into prominence much earlier.

Jos Buttler is in awe of Rohit Sharma: Details here

Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma has gone on to establish himself as a leading batsman in the game.

Indian Premier League: Complete statistical analysis of KKR's performance

Two-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have done reasonably well in the cash-rich T20 tournament.