The reunion between Gary Kirsten and Gautam Gambhir in Galle attracted plenty of attention, given their successful association during India’s historic 2011 ODI World Cup triumph. However, despite their shared history, the two coaches had little time for nostalgia when they met after India’s 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test.  Kirsten, who […]

Sri Lanka head coach Gary Kirsten has outlined a flexible, situation-based approach ahead of the first Test against India, which begins on August 15 at the Galle International Stadium. The two-Test series marks India’s first Test tour of Sri Lanka in nine years, with the visitors returning to the island for the first time since […]

Great teams are usually built on more than skill alone — they also need the right leadership, and India’s 2011 ODI World Cup triumph is still the best example of that. Under Gary Kirsten, the Indian team found not just a coach, but a calm and trusted figure who helped turn a talented group into […]

Team India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir is known for being a straight-talker. And yet again, after India’s third T20 World Cup win, Gambhir opined on what he wanted from the side. However, Gambhir said he is okay with being “misunderstood” as both a player and a coach, adding that if he is to be made […]

Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has opened up on one of the most challenging phases of his career, recalling how MS Dhoni’s call in 2009 effectively ended his run with the national side despite a series of strong performances. Known for his dream debut as a teenager and his ability to contribute with both bat […]

Virat Kohli’s legacy in the Indian Premier League is undeniable. From being the face of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) since the league’s inception to becoming its most prolific run-scorer, Kohli’s journey with the franchise has been nothing short of iconic. Yet, for all his brilliance, there was one elusive prize that kept slipping away—the IPL […]

BCCI’s bold move to appoint Shubman Gill as Test captain following Rohit Sharma’s retirement raised eyebrows—but the Punjab batter has grasped the role with both hands. With an impressive 607 runs in three Tests, Gill currently tops the series charts. He also led India to their historic first Test win at Edgbaston. Still, the pressure is […]

Former Gujarat Titans coach Gary Kirsten praised new India Test captain Shubman Gill and said that he is primed to take the international stage by storm. However, Gill is all set for his first assignment as the new captain of the Test team, and he will play as the No.4 batter for the team after […]

Gary Kirsten revealed the reason behind his stepping down as the Pakistan coach, and he also gave the hint that he is open to a return if there is no external interference as well. However, he took over the role with Pakistan Cricket in April 2024, along with Jason Gillespie taking on a similar spot […]

Virat Kohli may be the undisputed king of the No. 3 batting position today, but his journey to owning that spot wasn’t always straightforward. In a candid conversation on the RCB Bold Diaries podcast, the modern-day maestro opened up about his early insecurities and the pivotal role that MS Dhoni and Gary Kirsten played in […]