“His numbers are like his” – Aakash Chopra compares Shreyas Iyer with Virat Kohli after MI vs PBKS match
After the Punjab Kings’ (PBKS) comfortable win against the Mumbai Indians (MI), former India player Aakash Chopra has said that Shreyas Iyer is the new chase master. He added that the 31-year-old PBKS captain’s run-chase numbers are similar to veteran Virat Kohli’s numbers as well. Shreyas scored 66 runs off 35 deliveries in the chase […]
By SMCS - Apr 17, 2026
“100 ka bhi strike rate nahi hai” – Irfan Pathan’s brutal take on Nicholas Pooran
Former India player Irfan Pathan feels Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) star Nicholas Pooran could lose his place in the playing XI if he fails to do well. He has done poorly in the ongoing IPL 2026, scoring just 41 runs across four innings at a strike rate of 85.41 as well. He also added that […]
By SMCS - Apr 16, 2026
“His contribution is nothing” – Wasim Jaffer on Rishabh Pant after RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 match
Former India player Wasim Jaffer said that Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain Rishabh Pant’s impact is hardly noticeable amid a poor start to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign. His poor form continued after being dismissed for just 1 during the five-wicket defeat to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Wednesday, April 15. Notably, […]
By SMCS - Apr 16, 2026
“I’m very confident in mine and Brendon’s ability to be able to work together” – Ben Stokes
England Test captain Ben Stokes has supported his partnership with head coach Brendon McCullum, saying that they remain closely aligned despite minor differences that came into focus during the 4-1 Ashes drubbing in Australia as well. He also stated that while he may have to work with McCullum in a “slightly different way”, the main […]
By SMCS - Apr 15, 2026
R Ashwin opines on KKR’s playing 11 changes vs CSK in IPL 2026
Former India spinner R Ashwin urged the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) team management to add Tim Seifert to the playing XI for the upcoming IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as well. The match will take place at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday, April 14 as well. However, KKR signed […]
By SMCS - Apr 14, 2026
“Maybe I wanted RR to pick him” – R Ashwin on uncapped Indian spinner Harsh Dubey amid IPL 2026
Former India spinner R Ashwin applauded SunRisers Hyderabad’s (SRH) uncapped Indian spinner, Harsh Dubey. He also shared that he had wanted Rajasthan Royals (RR) to sign him and brought him to the nets during his stint with the franchise as well. However, Dubey has done a great job for SRH in the ongoing IPL 2026. […]
By SMCS - Apr 14, 2026
SRH Bowling Coach Varun Aaron Shares “The Only Plan” He Made For Praful Hinge, Sakib Hussain
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pace bowling coach Varun Aaron applauded debutants Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, who bowled a stunning spell and claimed four wickets each as the team registered a dominant 57-run win against Rajasthan Royals (RR). Varun, who played a key role in scouting both the young pacers for SRH, shared that his only […]
By SMCS - Apr 14, 2026
“I think the batsmen did a decent job” – Axar Patel Opines On After The Defeat Against CSK
Delhi Capitals (DC) skipper Axar Patel added that fielding lapses cost his team as they fell short by 23 runs against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 game at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday. “I think we got off to a good start, but if we talk […]
By SMCS - Apr 12, 2026
‘He’s one of the calmest cricketers I’ve ever come across’ – Eric Simons Praises MS Dhoni
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bowling coach Eric Simons applauded both MS Dhoni and Sanju Samson for their composure and deep understanding of the game. He said that Dhoni is one of the calmest players he’s ever worked with, and stated that Samson shows a very similar mindset, remaining unflustered, confident, and not overdoing preparation as […]
By SMCS - Apr 12, 2026
“We Knew The Danger”: Mahela Jayawardene After MI’s Loss vs RR
Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Mahela Jayawardene stated that his team failed to execute their plans against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a rain-curtailed game in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday. He also said that MI missed their line and length, while the opposition did well on the conditions and batted well. Stunning […]
By SMCS - Apr 8, 2026















