India opener Abhishek Sharma showcased his trademark six-hitting ability during the second T20I against New Zealand at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. While chasing a target of 181 runs, the left-handed batter launched a powerful six off Matt Henry to register a significant milestone in T20I cricket. The moment arrived on the fifth delivery of the […]

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin shared his thoughts on veteran India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s comeback. He also featured in the first T20I of the New Zealand series in Christchurch. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who returned to international cricket after four years, did not make a strong comeback, returning figures of 0/49 from four overs. While he showed […]

India began their five-match T20I series against New Zealand with an impressive four-wicket victory at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Thursday. Chasing a challenging target of 226, the visitors reached 229/6 in 19.4 overs, registering their highest successful run chase in T20I cricket. Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Shreyas Iyer and Naman Dhir made valuable contributions […]

Former India opener Aakash Chopra slammed India’s decision to promote Tilak Varma to No. 3 ahead of Ishan Kishan in the first T20I against New Zealand in Christchurch as well. Chopra said that the move wasn’t needed as Kishan is currently the No. 1 ranked T20I batter in the world. However, India beat New Zealand […]

India opener Abhishek Sharma created a new T20I record by hitting a six off the first delivery he faced in the opening match against New Zealand at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Thursday, October 22. The left-handed batter continued his aggressive approach, giving India a flying start in their challenging chase of 226 runs. Abhishek […]

Former Indian batter Subramaniam Badrinath said that veteran India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar could be in contention for the 2027 ODI World Cup based on his performance in the upcoming T20I series in New Zealand as well. Team India added the 36-year-old after a four-year absence, with his last international match coming in November 2022 as […]

India’s upcoming five-match T20I series against New Zealand will offer another chance for young players to gain valuable international experience. However, teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may have to wait longer for a regular place in the playing XI, with visiting captain Shreyas Iyer emphasising the importance of patience and learning. Sooryavanshi earned his maiden […]

Former Indian cricketer turned commentator Mohammad Kaif feels that Varun Chakravarthy belongs in the same category as senior veterans like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Mohammad Shami, now that he is over 35 years old as well. He has returned from injury once again to be included in the squad for the upcoming T20I series […]

Former India batter Ajinkya Rahane has revealed his top five current T20 batters, placing young Indian opener Abhishek Sharma at the top of his list. Rahane also included Jos Buttler, Finn Allen, Nicholas Pooran and Heinrich Klaasen, recognising their ability to dominate bowlers and change the course of a match in the shortest format. Speaking […]

Former India player turned coach Abhishek Nayar has said that he wants to include Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the playing XI for the fifth T20I against the West Indies. However, he also stated that he wouldn’t accept that option as the destructive opener shouldn’t bat out of position. The five-match T20I series between India and the […]