Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar did not hold back after India’s six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 Super 4s clash, calling Sanju Samson a “weak link” in the Indian lineup and questioning the team’s coaching and selection strategies. Akhtar suggested that if KL Rahul had been part of India’s playing XI, […]

Tensions between India and Pakistan spilt over once again at the Asia Cup 2025, when Team India refused to shake hands with their arch-rivals after sealing a dominant seven-wicket victory in Dubai. What caught more attention was the Indian camp reportedly shutting the dressing room doors on Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha, who had approached […]

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has thrown the spotlight on Pakistan’s surprising spin-heavy strategy, calling it a potential stumbling block for India in their Asia Cup 2025 clash on Sunday, September 14, in the UAE. Pakistan, a team historically built on a legacy of fearsome fast bowlers from Imran Khan to Wasim Akram and Shoaib Akhtar, […]

Mohammad Haris has responded to the growing discussion around Pakistan’s strike rate in T20 cricket after head coach Mike Hesson emphasised its importance in team selection. On Friday, September 12, Pakistan kicked off their Asia Cup 2025 campaign with a thumping 93-run victory over Oman at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The focus, however, remained […]

Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson has called on his players to remain calm and focused ahead of their much-anticipated Asia Cup 2025 clash against India on September 14 in Dubai. The encounter is set to be charged with emotion, especially as it comes just months after a tense border conflict in May, which adds another […]

Mike Hesson believes that Virat Kohli is now at a critical juncture in his cricketing career, where his main focus has shifted from individual milestones to contributing significantly to India’s victories. Kohli, once known for his prolific scoring and record-breaking exploits, has encountered a challenging period in Test cricket. This year has seen him struggle […]

The IPL 2024 auction witnessed unprecedented moments, reshaping team dynamics and setting new records. Among the significant moves, the Kolkata Knight Riders’ record bid of ₹24.75 crores for Mitchell Starc and the strategic shifts by various franchises took centre stage. However, one particular decision by the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) significantly altered their auction strategy, […]

Mike Hesson, the former Director of Cricket Operations at Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), has shed light on the decision to release Yuzvendra Chahal after a longstanding association with the team. The move sparked questions about RCB’s communication with the leg-spinner, who had been a key player for the franchise. Hesson addressed the matter during a […]

Mike Hesson, the Director of Cricket of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), expressed his disappointment as his stint with the franchise came to an end after their 6th-place finish in IPL 2023. Along with Hesson, Sanjay Bangar, the head coach, was also released from their coaching roles. RCB made significant changes to their team management and […]

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), an Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, is yet to renew contracts with head coach Sanjay Bangar and Director of cricket operations Mike Hesson after the conclusion of the 2023 season. Despite reaching the IPL finals three times, RCB finished in sixth place during the 2023 season, winning seven out of […]