Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has commented on Team India’s combination after their 30-run defeat to South Africa in the first Test in Kolkata. Although Washington Sundar batted well at No. 3 slot, Ponting believes he wouldn’t bat at the same spot overseas as well. He spoke on the latest episode of the ICC Review: […]

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has once again sparked conversation around England’s Bazball philosophy, suggesting that the celebrated approach was never a grand cricketing revolution but a targeted plan designed for one purpose — to win the Ashes in Australia. Speaking to 7NEWS, Ponting argued that England’s public narrative around Bazball has been misleading, claiming […]

Former India player turned veteran commentator Aakash Chopra has added that Glenn Maxwell might not find any team at the IPL 2026 auction after being released by the Punjab Kings (PBKS) as well. He also added that Maxwell might not even put his name in the auction. Maxwell was among the five players released by […]

Former Australian opener David Warner has made a bold prediction ahead of the 2025 Ashes, saying that Steve Smith could score five centuries against England when the series begins on November 21 in Perth. Smith has already signalled his return to peak form with a brilliant 118 for New South Wales against Queensland in the […]

Former Australian captain turned coach Ricky Ponting has opined on the tough selection calls Australia will face in the upcoming Ashes series as well. The focus will be on Australia from November 21 for the five-match Ashes series against England, which will play an important role in shaping the ICC World Test Championship standings as […]

Former South Africa great Hashim Amla has revealed his all-time Test XI, a star-studded lineup featuring two Indian legends — Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid — but surprisingly leaving out modern-day icon Virat Kohli. Amla’s selection has already sparked debate among fans, as he went for a mix of consistency, temperament, and match-winning ability over […]

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has suggested that Travis Head could be promoted to No.3 in the batting order for the upcoming Ashes 2025 series at home, citing the batter’s counter-attacking style as a potential weapon to unsettle England’s pace attack. Australia are aiming to retain the Ashes while continuing their ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 […]

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has firmly dismissed a fake quote that went viral during the heated India-Pakistan clash at the Asia Cup 2025. The controversy began on September 14, when India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, chose not to shake hands with Pakistan players before and after their seven-wicket win in Dubai. The incident quickly […]

The 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season marked a historic chapter for the Punjab Kings, led by the ever-resilient Shreyas Iyer. The stylish right-hander, who had already proven himself as a tactically astute leader, reflected on his bold switch from Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to Punjab and the immense support he received from his new […]

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting named his top five Test batters of all time after the thrilling India-England Test series as well. He called former West Indian cricketer Brian Lara the most skillful batter he had played against. However, Ponting also felt former Indian batters Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid were the best batters from […]