“It makes no sense whatsoever to add 2 more teams” – Aakash Chopra on IPL reportedly having 12 teams from 2028
Former Indian player turned commentator Aakash Chopra has said that it won’t be sensible to add two more teams to the IPL from 2028 onwards. He stated that the existing 10 teams are already unable to play home and away games against each of the other sides as well. However, certain reports suggest that the […]
By SMCS - Nov 11, 2026
“I will pick one between Arshdeep and Siraj” – Irfan Pathan on India’s World Cup 2027 squad
Former Indian all-rounder and commentator Irfan Pathan believes the Indian team must pick either Mohammed Siraj or Arshdeep Singh for the 2027 ODI World Cup squad. He also added that Arshdeep has a slight edge over Siraj, being a left-armer, as he can create a challenging angle for the batters as well. The 2027 ODI […]
By SMCS - Nov 11, 2026
Aakash Chopra opines on Shreyas Iyer’s place at No. 4 heading into 2027 World Cup
Former Indian player turned commentator Aakash Chopra has acknowledged that Shreyas Iyer’s problem against the short ball is slightly concerning. However, he also noted that one needs to wait and see if the issue becomes serious enough for him to lose the No. 4 spot as well. In a video shared on his YouTube channel, […]
By SMCS - Nov 10, 2026
“If it works, people call it a brilliant move” – Sitanshu Kotak defends decision to stick with Axar Patel at No.5
Team India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak backed the team management’s persistence with all-rounder Axar Patel as the No.5 batter in the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand. He has had a rough time with the bat in the middle order, scoring only seven runs in two matches and struggling against pace in some testing conditions […]
By SMCS - Nov 10, 2026
“Gautam Gambhir needs to understand he is a marquee player” – Kris Srikkanth about KL Rahul
Former Indian player Kris Srikkanth has gone after head coach Gautam Gambhir and the Indian team management for batting star India batter KL Rahul at No. 6 in the second ODI against New Zealand, one place below Axar Patel. Chasing 135 in a match reduced to 47 overs a side, India were 39/3 when Axar […]
By SMCS - Nov 10, 2026
“He was underused throughout the last IPL” – AB de Villiers on Liam Livingstone
South African legend AB de Villiers opened up on former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star Liam Livingstone ahead of IPL 2027. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) traded Livingstone to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a deal that included three other players. Livingstone played only two matches for SRH in 2026 and scored 15 runs as well. […]
By SMCS - Nov 10, 2026
Ambati Rayudu questions New Zealand pitches amid NZ vs IND 2026 2nd ODI
Former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu slammed New Zealand’s strategy of preparing bowling-friendly pitches in the ongoing five-match ODI series against India. He added that the Black Caps were just hoping to win the toss and put India in to bat first. Rayudu also suggested that the hosts should instead look to use pitches that would […]
By SMCS - Nov 8, 2026
Ajay Jadeja applauds India’s bowling in NZ vs IND 2026 2nd ODI
Former cricketer-turned-commentator Ajay Jadeja has applauded India’s bowling in the second ODI against New Zealand. He added that the Indian team bowled with great discipline despite lacking experience. However, India bowled out New Zealand for 134 in Wellington on Saturday and eventually won the match by four runs via the DLS method as well. During […]
By SMCS - Nov 8, 2026
“CSK are buying a player other teams haven’t trusted” – Sadagoppan Ramesh on blockbuster CSK-SRH trad
Former Indian opener Sadagoppan Ramesh has questioned CSK’s pursuit of Liam Livingstone, arguing they have spent the off-season buying a player his recent franchises have stopped trusting as well. CSK and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) completed a four-player swap on November 5, in which Livingstone and Australian seam-bowling all-rounder Jack Edwards move to Chennai, while left-arm […]
By SMCS - Nov 8, 2026
Shardul Thakur applauds Gurnoor Brar’s spell in NZ vs IND 2026 2nd ODI
Veteran India all-rounder Shardul Thakur has praised Gurnoor Brar for bowling a potent spell in the second ODI against New Zealand as well. He added that the lanky pace bowler was unfortunate not to pick up a five-wicket haul. Brar registered figures of 4/30 in 10 overs as India bowled out New Zealand for 134 […]
By SMCS - Nov 8, 2026
















