Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has showered rich praise on current World No.1 T20I batter Abhishek Sharma, underlining how the young opener perfectly embodies India’s modern-day approach to T20 cricket. Speaking as a JioStar expert, Bangar highlighted Abhishek’s fearless mindset and attacking intent as the blueprint for how this Indian side wants to dominate […]

Former Pakistan captain Basit Ali has placed the onus squarely on Babar Azam after the now-viral “no single” episode involving Steve Smith in the Sydney derby, arguing the Pakistan skipper’s own approach invited the slight. The incident unfolded late in the 11th over at the SCG when Babar, sitting in the 40s at roughly a […]

India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj has backed senior all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja to bounce back strongly in the series-deciding third ODI against New Zealand, insisting that the experienced left-arm spinner is just one wicket away from rediscovering his best rhythm. Jadeja has endured a rare lean patch with the ball in the ongoing ODI series, returning figures […]

Former India batter Manoj Tiwary has launched a sharp critique of the process that led to Rohit Sharma’s removal as ODI captain, arguing the decision didn’t happen in a vacuum and pointing a finger at both chief selector Ajit Agarkar and head coach Gautam Gambhir. Tiwary called the move “disrespectful” to Rohit — a player […]

Babar Azam’s frustration was plain to see after Steve Smith denied him a routine single late in the Sydney derby, a tactical decision that ultimately changed the course of the match. The Big Bash League clash between Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder at the SCG on January 16 delivered drama, and the non-striker episode in […]

Former India cricketer-turned-commentator Mohammad Kaif has strongly criticised the national selectors for overlooking Axar Patel in the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand, arguing that the all-rounder currently offers more value than Ravindra Jadeja in the 50-over format. Axar last featured in ODIs during India’s tour of Australia in October 2025 and has since been […]

Indian all-rounder Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand after sustaining a side strain, dealing a setback to India’s preparations ahead of a packed international calendar. The injury occurred during the first ODI at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on January 11, when Sundar felt sharp discomfort in […]

Australia fast bowler Mitchell Starc has come out in support of Steve Smith following the much-discussed “no single” incident involving Babar Azam during the Sydney derby between the Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League. While Starc admitted he had not personally watched the moment unfold, he defended Smith’s decision as a […]

Defending IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have taken a proactive step to strengthen fan safety by proposing installing 300 to 350 AI-enabled surveillance cameras at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium ahead of the IPL 2026 season. The move underlines the franchise’s intent to modernise crowd management systems and prevent a repeat of past tragedies at […]

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik believes defending champions India will enter the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 as one of the most formidable teams in the competition, thanks to their depth, fearless approach, and proven dominance in home-like conditions. With the tournament set to begin on February 7 across India and Sri Lanka, expectations […]