Australian coach Justin Langer is eager to see how his team cope-up in a pressure situation as the ODI tri-series reaches its business end. The washed-out match between Australia and South Africa in Barbados means the 50-overs World champions will have to avoid defeat in their last game against the West Indies. A loss will […]
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Virat Kohli shared his cute childhood picture on father’s day
On Father’s day Indian Test captain, Virat Kohli took to social media site Instagram to post a childhood picture with his father with a caption, “How I wish I could wish you a very happy Father’s day in person. The strongest person I’ve ever known. To all the fathers I just want to wish you […]
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Not too fuzzed about it says De Villiers about his ODI milestone
Arguably the best batsmen in the shorter formats of the game at the moment, AB de Villiers recently reached a milestone that not many can boast in the South African National team. The 32-year old skipper of the national team played his 200th One Day International (205 counting 5 for Africa XI) in the tri-series […]
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Imran Khan believes Mohammad Amir will not face hostile reception in England
Former Pakistan captain Imran Khan doesn’t believe tainted left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir will get any hostile reception during the upcoming series in England. “I don’t think he will get a hostile press or reception because from what I have seen having been to England there is lot of sympathy for him because when the spot-fixing […]
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Interview for India coach to be held on 21st June in Kolkata
One of the main candidates for Indian cricket team’s coaching job, Anil Kumble may have to face some of his former India teammates in a significant interview for the top job on 21st June. The process of the selection has gathered an welcomed speed over the last two weeks. On Saturday, the Board’s high-profile Cricket […]
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Australia vs South Africa ODI called off due to rain
The seventh match of this ongoing one-day international tri-series involving Australia, West Indies, and South Africa lasted only one over as heavy afternoon rain leaked onto the pitch at Kensington Oval in Barbados. The important match between Australia and South Africa started as per schedule at 1pm local time, with Mitchell Starc giving 8 runs […]
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Misbah Ul Haq just focusing on England tour
When Pakistan tour overseas, there are bound to be several questions raised. Over the years, the side has been an extremely controversial unit, with some members trying their absolute best in order to seek some media attention. With Pakistan all set to tour England, the spotlight is once again on the side ahead of the […]
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Steven Smith to play with pain against South Africa
Australian captain Steve Smith ensured his availability for the crucial clash against South Africa in the tri-series despite not being fully fit. The skipper also confirmed that he might not play against West Indies in their final league match. The 27-year old has been one of the most influential players for Australia during the past […]
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Zimbabwe shock India by 2 runs in first T20I
Harare, June 18 (IANS) India’s complacency cost them dear as a disciplined Zimbabwe pipped the visitors by two runs to win the first T20 International at the Harare Sports Club here on Saturday. After conceding the One-Day International (ODI) series 0-3, the hosts were up to the challenge with an all-round effort as they took a […]
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India-rebuilt Lanka stadium where 23 human skeletons were discovered
New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) The India-renovated Duraiappah sports stadium in the embattled Sri Lankan city of Jaffna had once laid bare the hidden brutalities of the Tamil civil war when at least 23 human skeletons, including those of some disappeared children buried secretly in the playground, were discovered in 1999. The stadium, named after […]