Phil Salt keen to play with Virat Kohli at RCB in IPL 2025
Phil Salt, who was sold to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the IPL 2025 auction is ready to play with Virat Kohli in IPL 2025. The wicketkeeper-batter said that he has always enjoyed playing against the legendary batter Kohli due to his light-hearted nature. Notably, RCB bought Salt for ₹11.5 crore. They bought him after […]
By SMCS - Nov 27, 2024
Sunil Gavaskar Praises Virat Kohli’s Stance Adjustment For Success In Perth Test
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said that a subtle adjustment to his batting stance in the second innings of the Perth Test helped Virat Kohli play against the Australian attack and rediscover his vintage form as well. Kohli arrived in Australia after having a poor form across formats in recent months. He silenced his critics […]
By SMCS - Nov 27, 2024
Aakash Chopra opines on Mumbai Indians’ batting after IPL 2025 Auction
Former India player turned commentator Aakash Chopra said that the Mumbai Indians (MI) can consistently post massive totals in IPL 2025, especially at home as well. He added that the five-time champions have assembled a dangerous batting lineup after the IPL 2025 auction. MI retained four formidable batters – Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma […]
By SMCS - Nov 27, 2024
“We are a side that will thrash you in this series” – Sunil Gavaskar to Australian media after India’s 1st BGT 2024-25 Test win
After Team India’s 295-run win in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Perth, former India player Sunil Gavaskar has said that the side plays at its best when pushed to the corner by the Australian media. Team India were under immense pressure after the embarrassing 0-3 home Test series defeat to New Zealand recently as […]
By SMCS - Nov 27, 2024
“Thank goodness I did not face him with a new ball” – Michael Atherton on Jasprit Bumrah
Former England opener Michael Atherton has said that he is relieved not to face Jasprit Bumrah’s new-ball bowling. The former England captain believes the right-arm pacer looks unplayable, labeling him as a nightmare for batters around the globe. Bumrah also showed his class as one of the best new-ball bowlers with a deadly spell of […]
By SMCS - Nov 27, 2024
“I see Tilak Varma and Rohit Sharma opening” – Mohammad Kaif on Mumbai Indians’ probable playing XI
Former India player Mohammad Kaif said that Rohit Sharma and Tilak Varma could be the Mumbai Indians’ (MI) opening combination in IPL 2025. He also added that Will Jacks can bat down the order to accommodate Tilak and Suryakumar Yadav in the top three as well. During a discussion on Star Sports, Kaif added, “Will […]
By SMCS - Nov 26, 2024
“They went from bad to worse” – Mohammad Kaif on RCB not using RTM for Will Jacks
Former India player Mohammad Kaif has criticized the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for not reacquiring Will Jacks at the IPL 2025 auction. He also stated that the England all-rounder played a significant role in the franchise’s run to the playoffs in IPL 2024 as well. The Mumbai Indians (MI) bought Jacks for ₹5.25 crore after […]
By SMCS - Nov 26, 2024
“Virat Kohli doesn’t need us, it is we who need Virat Kohli” – Jasprit Bumrah
Team India’s stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah praised ace batter Virat Kohli for his stunning second innings century in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 Test against Australia in Perth. Kohli entered the series under huge pressure after a poor home Test series against New Zealand, averaging under 16 in three games. However, after scoring only five […]
By SMCS - Nov 26, 2024
“Obviously, a special win, first win as a captain” – Jasprit Bumrah
India registered to a massive 295-run win on Monday (November 25) over Australia in Perth, defeating the hosts in all facets of the game. But at the innings break on Day 1, it looked different for the visitors as the batting order collapsed to be bowled out for 150 as well. However, they bounced back […]
By SMCS - Nov 26, 2024
Ravi Shastri hails ‘King’ Virat Kohli following his century
Former Indian all-rounder Ravi Shastri applauded Virat Kohli after the latter notched up his 30th Test ton on Day 3 of the Perth Test against Australia on Sunday, November 24. Referring to the his stunning record in Australia, Shastri added that very few cricketers have dominated the Aussies at home in the manner has Kohli […]
By SMCS - Nov 26, 2024