Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has taken a firm stand against England’s Bazball strategy after their humiliating eight-wicket defeat to Australia inside just two days in the Ashes 2025–26 opener at the Optus Stadium in Perth. England, who arrived with the aggressive and often risk-heavy philosophy of Bazball, were outplayed entirely as Ashwin questioned the […]

England opener Ben Duckett believes the much-talked-about Bazball approach has entered a new phase—one that’s no longer just about reckless stroke play or high-octane entertainment, but about smarter, situation-based cricket. Speaking ahead of the highly anticipated Ashes series, which starts on November 21 in Perth, Duckett said this England side is learning to balance intent […]

Legendary Australian pacer Glenn McGrath has boldly predicted a 5-0 clean sweep for Australia in the upcoming 2025-26 home Ashes series, expressing doubt over England’s ability to win even a single Test Down Under. Citing Australia’s formidable bowling attack and England’s poor recent record in Australia, McGrath believes the hosts will once again dominate the […]

Steve Smith has weighed in on England’s evolving Test strategy, suggesting that the side has started to shift gears from their all-out aggressive “Bazball” approach to a more measured, results-oriented style. The former Australian skipper, speaking to the BBC, observed that during their ongoing series in India, England’s play reflects a notable change in mindset. […]

England were forced to momentarily abandon their famed ‘Bazball’ approach on the opening day of the third Test against India at Lord’s, reverting instead to a more traditional, grinding style of Test cricket. On a pitch offering enough assistance for the bowlers, it was Joe Root who anchored the innings with a masterclass in patience […]

India put on a commanding performance in the second Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham, to level the five-match series 1-1 with a thumping 336-run victory. This wasn’t just a win—it was a statement. It also marked India’s first-ever Test victory at Edgbaston, a venue where they had struggled historically, having lost seven and drawn one of […]

When play got underway in the second Test between India and England at Edgbaston, it wasn’t the swinging ball or team selections that first caught everyone’s attention — it was the boundary ropes. Seasoned journalists in the press box and sharp-eyed fans in the stands immediately noticed the unusually short and oddly asymmetrical boundary cushions. […]

India’s dominant performance in the fifth T20I against England was a clear reflection of their new aggressive approach under head coach Gautam Gambhir. After the match, Gambhir emphasized that the team is committed to playing “high-risk, high-reward cricket,” aiming to score 250-260 in every T20I. This intent was evident throughout the series, as India maintained […]

On Day 1 of the third Test between Pakistan and England in Rawalpindi, Pakistan’s spin attack, led by Sajid Khan and Noman Ali, proved too much for England’s celebrated “Bazball” approach. The aggressive batting tactics that England had relied on so heavily in recent times faltered against Pakistan’s sharp spin bowling, leading to a light-hearted […]

In the cricketing arena, where playing it safe is often seen as the rule of thumb, Rishabh Pant continues to defy conventions with his fearless and aggressive style. The Indian wicketkeeper-batter, known for his high-risk, high-reward approach, has long been a subject of debate. Critics and analysts frequently question whether his approach is too reckless […]