Former Indian cricketer turned commentator Irfan Pathan compared his journey with that of Shubman Gill. Recalling an anecdote, Pathan also shared how Rahul Dravid groomed him. Pathan also recalled how Virat Kohli was compared to Sachin Tendulkar, and now Shubman Gill is being compared to Virat Kohli as well. “When I entered the Indian team […]

Former India player turned commentator Irfan Pathan has said that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s presence has given new energy or strength to the interest in ODIs. He also questioned why India can’t arrange a five-match ODI series or a triangular or quadrangular series for them to be seen in action more often as well. […]

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the IPL 2026 auction could mark a turning point in Prithvi Shaw’s career, urging the talented opener to trust his natural ability and translate it into consistent performances. Shaw, who has been shortlisted among the 350 players set to go under the hammer in Abu Dhabi on December 16, […]

Former India all-rounder turned commentator Irfan Pathan opined that Prithvi Shaw went unsold in the previous auction was a surprise, considering the talent he has. He last played in the tournament in 2024 and struggled in that season and the previous one as well. However, the 2023 edition saw Prithvi Shaw average 13.25 in 8 […]

Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has raised a serious concern that has been echoing through Indian cricket circles: Shubman Gill is running out of time to rediscover his rhythm. With the T20 World Cup inching closer and competition for spots heating up, Pathan believes Gill must start scoring consistently to justify his place at the […]

Former India player turned commentator Irfan Pathan has asked vice-captain Shubman Gill to follow Virat Kohli’s batting template in T20Is rather than pick the aggressive intent-based approach as well. Irfan Pathan also feels that a player like Shubman Gill is better suited to depend on timing and running between the wickets and switch gears gradually […]

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan has picked his preferred Team India playing XI for the first T20I against South Africa. However, he did not add big names like Sanju Samson and Shivam Dube. Team India head into the final phase of the road to the 2026 T20 World Cup, with the series opener against South […]

Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan applauded the management for sticking with Ruturaj Gaikwad for the second ODI against South Africa despite his poor show in the first. Batting at No. 4, he scored only a 14-ball eight in the opening ODI. But, managed a stunning 105 off 83 deliveries. Talking about Gaikwad on his YouTube […]

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has criticised Ravindra Jadeja’s approach in the second ODI against South Africa, blaming his slow knock for India’s defeat in Raipur. Despite a powerful platform laid by Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad, India managed only 74 runs in the final 10 overs—well below what modern ODI standards demand, especially on […]

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan lavished praise on Virat Kohli after the star batter delivered a match-winning century in India’s 17-run triumph over South Africa in the first ODI in Ranchi. Reviewing Kohli’s knock, Pathan highlighted that the innings revealed “two versions” of the former India captain—both equally dominant but strategically different. Irfan Pathan explained […]