Consecutive Test series losses against New Zealand and Australia have intensified concerns about the future of India’s red-ball cricket. The lean patch for skipper Rohit Sharma, coupled with underwhelming results, has created urgency for decisive action. Among the names floated as Rohit’s successor in Test cricket is India’s pace-bowling spearhead, Jasprit Bumrah. However, former Australian […]

Former Australia wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist said that Virat Kohli is under huge pressure as the microscope is on him after failing to do well in the first innings of the ongoing fourth Test in Melbourne. Gilchrist said it’s hard to understand what is going on in the veteran batter’s mind as he tries to overcome […]

Former Australian wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist advised veteran batter Virat Kohli to take note of Sachin Tendulkar’s famous 241* at Sydney in 2004 to overcome his outside off-stump troubles as well. Gilchrist’s comments came after Kohli faced twin failures in the second Australia Test at Adelaide, which India lost by ten wickets as well. Gilchrist talked […]

Star Indian batter Rishabh Pant has revolutionized Test cricket is approach, blending his audacious style with remarkable skill. Known for his unconventional strokes, Pant’s off-balance and one-handed sixes have become iconic moments in the modern game, making him a crowd favourite. His fearless approach has challenged traditional norms, showcasing how creativity and aggression can thrive […]

Former Australia wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist added that Team India will find it extremely tough to leave out KL Rahul from the playing XI for the second Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 Test in Adelaide even if both Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill come in. Rohit missed the Perth Test for the birth of his second child, while […]

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting recently stirred debate by raising concerns over Virat Kohli’s inconsistent form in Test cricket. Ponting pointed out that Kohli has managed only three centuries in the format over the past five years, questioning whether such stats justify a spot in any international team. This critique didn’t sit well with India’s […]

Legendary Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist has pinpointed some key match-ups to watch for in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. Interestingly, despite Virat Kohli’s stature in world cricket, Gilchrist did not include the Indian superstar in his list of exciting contests. Instead, he highlighted two intriguing duels that could play a crucial role in the series—Steve […]

Former India captain MS Dhoni and former Australian opener Adam Gilchrist are two of the most celebrated names in the history of wicket-keeper batters. Early in his career, Dhoni himself acknowledged Gilchrist as his favourite wicket-keeper. However, in a recent interaction, Gilchrist turned the tables by choosing Dhoni over himself as the best wicketkeeper in […]

The splendid form of Joe Root in the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s has triggered a good debate in the cricketing circles, comparing him with Virat Kohli. His twin centuries in the match were not only a testament to his excellent form but also earned him a pointed jab from former England captain […]

Former Australia wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist feels it would be an interesting battle when India and Australia go up against each other in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. However, both teams will take on each other in a four-match Test series, starting November 22 in Perth. Meanwhile, Team India have won the last two editions of the Border-Gavaskar […]