Ricky Ponting

Ricky Ponting

Top-order Batter

Batting Style Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style Right Arm Medium
Age 48 years
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09 Mar 2024

Joe Root

Joe Root breaks Ricky Ponting's Test record against India: Details

Albeit in a losing cause, Joe Root smoked a fighting half-century in the third innings of the fifth Test against India in Dharamsala.

28 Feb 2024

Steve Smith

Steve Smith averages over 58 against New Zealand in Tests

Australia are all set to lock horns against New Zealand in a two-match Test series, starting February 29.

20 Feb 2024

Rishabh Pant

Rishabh Pant to play IPL 2024 as pure batter: Details 

As per the latest development, Rishabh Pant will play the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) as a pure batter.

07 Feb 2024

Rishabh Pant

Will Rishabh Pant feature in entire IPL 2024? Ponting reveals 

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting, February 7, stated that Rishabh Pant is "confident of playing the entirety of this year's IPL".

01 Feb 2024

Steve Smith

Steve Smith averages 56.80 in home ODIs: Decoding his stats

Australia are gearing up to host West Indies in a three-match ODI series, starting on February 2.

28 Jan 2024

Steve Smith

Steve Smith accomplishes 16,000 international runs: Dissecting his numbers

Veteran Australian batter Steve Smith has accomplished yet another milestone as he has completed 16,000 runs in international cricket.

27 Jan 2024

Joe Root

Joe Root becomes highest Test run-scorer against India, eclipses Ponting 

England batter Joe Root has surpassed Australian legend Ricky Ponting to become the highest run-scorer against India in Test cricket.

15 Jan 2024

Joe Root

Joe Root can accomplish these milestones in India Tests

Focus will be on Joe Root as England tour India for a five-Test series, starting on January 25.

01 Jan 2024

David Warner

David Warner retires from ODI cricket: Decoding his stellar stats

One of Australia's finest white-ball batters, David Warner has announced his retirement from international cricket.

26 Dec 2023

David Warner

Warner completes 18,500 international runs; becomes Australia's second-highest run-getter

Veteran batter David Warner became the second-highest run-getter for Australia across all formats.

14 Dec 2023

David Warner

David Warner completes 8,500 runs in Tests: Key stats

David Warner has scripted a massive milestone as he has completed 8,500 runs in Test cricket.

Decoding Australia's ICC World Cup winning campaigns

Australia defeated India in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup final to lift their sixth title in this competition.

20 Nov 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

Decoding list of centurions in ODI World Cup finals

Australia powered themselves to a massive win over India in the final of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

20 Nov 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

Decoding the POTM award winners in WC finals for Australia

Team Australia claimed a record-extending sixth ICC Cricket World Cup title after beating India in the final in Ahmedabad.

19 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli becomes the second-highest run-getter in ODI WC history 

Star Indian batter Virat Kohli has accomplished yet another milestone as he has become the second-highest run-getter in ICC Cricket World Cups.

18 Nov 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

Decoding the best knocks by Australian batters in WC finals

Australia have been brilliant in the ICC Cricket World Cup finals. They have won the title record five times while losing out twice.

18 Nov 2023

David Warner

David Warner vs India in ODIs: Decoding the stats

Australian veteran batter David Warner will look to be at his best when the Kangaroos face India in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup final in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

17 Nov 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

Decoding Australia's stats in ICC Cricket World Cup finals

Australia beat South Africa by three wickets in the second semi-final to reach their eighth ICC Cricket World Cup final.

16 Nov 2023

David Warner

David Warner becomes second Australian with 1,500 World Cup runs

Veteran opener David Warner has become the second Australian batter to accomplish 1,500 runs in ICC Cricket World Cups.

15 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli displaces Ricky Ponting, becomes third-highest run-getter in ODIs

Virat Kohli has become the third-highest run-getter in ODI cricket.

15 Nov 2023

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma first batter to accomplish 50 World Cup sixes

Rohit Sharma has scripted history by becoming the first batter to accomplish 50 wickets in ICC Cricket World Cups.

12 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli slams his seventh 50-plus score in 2023 WC

Extending his sensational run, Virat Kohli slammed a fine half-century against the Netherlands in the last league game of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.

05 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli gets to 1,500 runs in ODI World Cups

Star Indian batter Virat Kohli has accomplished yet another milestone as he has raced past 1,500 runs in ICC Cricket World Cups.

04 Nov 2023

Steve Smith

Steve Smith surpasses 1,000 ODI World Cup runs: Key stats

Veteran Australian batter Steve Smith has accomplished a major milestone as he has completed 1,000 runs in ICC Cricket World Cups.

31 Oct 2023

Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar vs Ricky Ponting: Their ODI World Cup stats

Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting are two of the all-time batting legends.

28 Oct 2023

David Warner

David Warner becomes highest six-hitter for Australia in World Cups

Veteran Australian opener David Warner hammered a fiery 65-ball 81 against New Zealand in Match 27 of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup in Dharamsala.

25 Oct 2023

David Warner

David Warner slams sixth World Cup ton, equals Sachin Tendulkar

Australian opener David Warner smashed a brilliant century against the Netherlands in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in Delhi.

23 Oct 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

World Cup 2023, Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli: Key stats

Hosts India have won their fifth match on the trot in the ongoing 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup as they need a solitary win to all but secure a place in the semi-finals.

22 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli surpasses 1,500 ODI runs against New Zealand: Stats

India's batting talisman Virat Kohli has added another feather to his already illustrious hat as he has completed 1,500 ODI runs against New Zealand.

22 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli becomes fourth player to complete 150 ODI catches

India's batting talisman Virat Kohli has accomplished yet another milestone but this time in the fielding department.

21 Oct 2023

David Warner

David Warner averages 59.92 versus Pakistan in ODIs: Key stats

Veteran Australian opener David Warner shattered a flurry of records with a remarkable century against Pakistan in Match 18 of the ICC Cricket World Cup.

20 Oct 2023

David Warner

David Warner smashes his fifth ODI World Cup ton: Stats

David Warner has smoked a brilliant century versus Pakistan in match number 18 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Friday in Bengaluru.

16 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli

How has Virat Kohli fared in ODIs after turning 30?

Hosts India have made a stunning start to their 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup campaign with thumping victories in their first three games.

15 Oct 2023

David Warner

David Warner: Decoding the Australian's best ODI World Cup knocks

David Warner has been very consistent for Australia, especially during the big events.

15 Oct 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

Steve Smith: Decoding his ODI stats on Asian soil 

In search for their first in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, Australia will meet Sri Lanka in Lucknow on October 16.

08 Oct 2023

David Warner

David Warner becomes fastest to accomplish 1,000 World Cup runs

David Warner has scripted history by becoming the fastest batter to accomplish 1,000 runs in the history of the ICC Cricket World Cup.

06 Oct 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

Revisiting iconic World Cup matches between India and Australia

India will kick-start their 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup campaign against none other than their bitter rivals Australia.

06 Oct 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

World Cup: Teams of first centurions won last four editions 

New Zealand demolished defending champions England in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup opener at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

05 Oct 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

Decoding the best match-winning knocks in ICC World Cup finals

Over the years, the ICC Cricket World Cup has witnessed several match-winning knocks that took the fraternity by storm.

01 Oct 2023

David Warner

Records David Warner can accomplish in 2023 Cricket World Cup

Five-time champions Australia will aim to continue their dominance in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.

ICC Cricket World Cup: Statistical analysis of Australia's trophy-wining campaigns

Australia will be heading into the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup as one of the favorites to win the tournament. They have five ODI World Cup titles (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, and 2015).

25 Sep 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

ICC Cricket World Cup: Presenting batters with most centuries

Fans have their eyes on the calendar with the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup being just around the corner.

25 Sep 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

Presenting the top-five highest run-getters in ICC World Cup history

The 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup will get underway on October 5 with India being the hosts.

22 Sep 2023

David Warner

David Warner completes 100 sixes in ODIs: Key stats

Dashing Australian opener David Warner has accomplished yet another milestone as he has completed 100 sixes in ODI cricket.

13 Sep 2023

David Warner

David Warner registers this massive ODI feat versus South Africa

Australian cricket team opener David Warner scored a valiant fifty versus South Africa in the third ODI on Tuesday at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom.

17 Aug 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

ICC Cricket World Cup: Top 5 captains (win percentage)

One Day Internationals are ruling the international calendar this year, with the ICC Cricket World Cup months away. India will host the iconic tournament, starting October 5.

17 Aug 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli set to break this record of Ricky Ponting

The 2023 edition of the Asia Cup, which will be played in the ODI format, will get underway on August 30.

22 Sep 2023

ICC Cricket World Cup

ICC Cricket World Cup: Decoding Australia's stats and records

The Australian cricket team will begin its 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup campaign against hosts India at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, on October 8.

10 Aug 2023

Virat Kohli

5 milestones Virat Kohli can accomplish in 2023 Asia Cup

The 2023 edition of the Asia Cup, which will be played in the ODI format, will get underway on August 30.

29 Jun 2023

Steve Smith

Ashes: Steve Smith smokes 32nd Test century, slams these records

Australia's run machine in the longest format, Steve Smith has smoked his 32nd Test century.

29 Jun 2023

Steve Smith

Steve Smith accomplishes 15,000 international runs: Dissecting his numbers 

Steve Smith extends his purple patch in whites as he scored a brilliant half-century on Day 1 of the second Ashes Test at Lord's.

29 Jun 2023

Steve Smith

Steve Smith surpasses 15,000 career international runs: Key stats

Steve Smith has crossed the 15,000-run mark in international cricket. He achieved the mark on Day 1 of the second Ashes Test at Lord's.

10 Jun 2023

Sourav Ganguly

Sourav Ganguly to replace Ricky Ponting as DC's coach: Details

Former BCCI boss Sourav Ganguly is all set to become the new head coach of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Delhi Capitals for the upcoming season.

08 Jun 2023

Steve Smith

WTC Final, Steve Smith completes 2,000 runs versus India: Stats

Steve Smith mustered a spectacular hundred in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship final against India.

06 Jun 2023

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli can break this record in WTC final (2021-23)

Indian batter Virat Kohli has been among the runs lately.

02 Jun 2023

Steve Smith

WTC Final: Decoding Steve Smith's stellar Test numbers in England

Australia are gearing up to take on India in the high-voltage ICC World Test Championship final.

Steven Smith set to complete 5,000 ODI runs: Key Stats

Australian star Steven Smith is nearing 5,000 runs in ODIs.

26 Feb 2023

Meg Lanning

Meg Lanning wins fifth ICC title as captain: Her achievements

Australia overcame South Africa to win the 2023 ICC Women's T20 World Cup title on Sunday.

27 Dec 2022

David Warner

David Warner becomes first Australian with double-century in 100th Test

Aussie opener David Warner has unlocked twin feats of clocking a double-century and century while playing his 100th Test.

25 Dec 2022

David Warner

David Warner eyes 8,000-run mark in his 100th Test: Stats

Aussie opener David Warner is set to feature in his 100th Test match.

Ricky Ponting rushed to hospital after feeling unwell

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has been taken to hospital after complaining of health issues during Day 3 of the ongoing first Test between Australia and West Indies.

Australia's performance in ICC T20 World Cup: Key stats

Defending champions Australia will fight for their second ICC T20 World Cup title in the upcoming tournament.

19 Sep 2022

Pat Cummins

Who will be Australia's next ODI captain? Ricky Ponting answers

Aaron Finch recently called time on his ODI career.

09 Sep 2022

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli breaks this record of Sachin Tendulkar: Details here

Virat Kohli scored scintillating 122* from just 61 balls against Afghanistan in a Super Four match at the Asia Cup 2022 on Thursday.

09 Sep 2022

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli vs Ricky Ponting: Stats after 71 international hundreds

On Thursday, India's Virat Kohli took the cricketing fraternity by storm as he scored his 71st ton in international cricket.

13 Aug 2022

Mohammed Shami

Should India consider Mohammed Shami in T20Is? Ricky Ponting answers

Indian seamer Mohammed Shami has been making the news over the last few days.

26 Jul 2022

Indian Cricket Team

Who will be the T20 World Cup finalists? Ponting answers

The 2022 edition of the ICC T20 World Cup is all set to take place in Australia in October-November.

20 Jun 2022

Virat Kohli

Presenting the mind-boggling stats of Virat Kohli in Tests

On June 20, 2011, Virat Kohli set his foot into the world of Test cricket.

IPL 2022: Watson set to join DC as assistant coach

Former Australian cricketer Shane Watson is set to join the coaching staff of the Delhi Capitals for the upcoming 15th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

11 Feb 2022

Indian Cricket Team

Rishabh Pant vs Adam Gilchrist: Ricky Ponting compares the two

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting believes his compatriot Adam Gilchrist and Indian wicket-keeper-batter Rishabh Pant have several common attributes.

19 Dec 2020

Steve Waugh

Ricky Ponting turns 46: A look at his memorable records

Australian maestro Ricky Ponting turned 46 on Saturday.

21 Nov 2020

India

Records Aaron Finch can script in ODIs vs India

Australia and India are set to lock horns for a three-match ODi series, starting on November 27.

IPL 2020: Ponting wanted me to Mankad Finch, says Ashwin

Delhi Capitals spinner R Ashwin has revealed that coach Ricky Ponting wanted him to 'Mankad' Aaron Finch as he also believed that the Australian had gone down very far.

Australia Women script this record in ODIs

The Australian women's cricket team scripted a new record in ODIs after beating New Zealand Women in the third and final match.

IPL 2020: Ricky Ponting suggests an alternative to 'Mankading'

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has been vocal regarding the controversial 'Mankad' rule, of late.

'Ponting acted like umpire', Harbhajan talks about controversial SCG Test

Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh opened up on the infamous 'Monkeygate' Test, which was marred by several umpiring errors.

Here's the best over Ricky Ponting ever faced

Former Australian star batsman Ricky Ponting left a lasting legacy in the world of cricket.

Ponting reveals about giving up Australian captaincy in 2011

Ricky Ponting, who was a two-time ICC World Cup winner as the captain of the Australian cricket team, has opened up about giving up the leadership role back in 2011.

Bushfire Cricket Bash raises over USD 7.7 million: Details here

Cricket Australia on Sunday confirmed that the Bushfire charity cricket match featuring several legends of the past managed to raise over USD 7.7 million for the communities devastated by the fires that have ravaged Australia for months.

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