Former New Zealand cricketer turned commentator Simon Doull said that he would stick with Venkatesh Iyer as the other opener with Virat Kohli for the Indian Premier League (IPL) Qualifier 1 clash against the Gujarat Titans (GT), stating that it would not be easy for Phil Salt to return and deliver straight away after an […]

Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull believes the powerplay battle between Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill could decide the outcome of IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala. With a direct place in the IPL 2026 final on the line, both teams head into the playoffs […]

Former New Zealand pace bowler Simon Doull slammed the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for lacking transparency about Sri Lankan seamer Matheesha Pathirana’s availability amidst their poor IPL 2026 season. However, Pathirana was recently cleared of his injury and obtained his No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Sri Lankan Board as well. Yet, he missed KKR’s […]

Former New Zealand pace bowler Simon Doull believes Gujarat Titans (GT) batting all-rounder Glenn Phillips has been performing poorly in the IPL throughout his career. Doull’s comments came after Phillips struggled with the bat in GT’s thrilling win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on April 17 as well. With GT reaching towards victory, Phillips scratched […]

Former cricketers Michael Vaughan and Simon Doull believe an intriguing leadership dynamic could be brewing within Chennai Super Kings, especially with Sanju Samson alongside captain Ruturaj Gaikwad. During a discussion on Cricbuzz, Vaughan raised a pointed question about whether Gaikwad might feel pressure from Samson’s leadership credentials. “What about the captain, Gaikwad? Do you think […]

Former New Zealand cricketer and noted broadcaster Simon Doull heaped rich praise on Ishan Kishan after the wicketkeeper-batter’s blistering knock powered India to a commanding win over New Zealand in the second T20I on Friday. India’s seven-wicket victory not only sealed a 2-0 lead in the five-match series but also underlined the depth and fearlessness […]

Simon Doull reserved special praise for India’s batting duo of Abhishek Sharma and Rinku Singh after the first T20I in Nagpur, describing Abhishek’s whirlwind 84 and Rinku’s unbeaten 44 as defining ingredients in a dominant 48-run victory over New Zealand. Speaking as an expert on Cricket Live, Doull emphasised that Abhishek’s power at the top […]

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) has reportedly taken a strong stance against noted commentators Harsha Bhogle and Simon Doull, requesting the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to bar the duo from covering any further IPL 2025 matches at Eden Gardens. This move comes in the wake of sharp criticism from both […]

Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull has criticized Rajasthan Royals’ tactical approach in their IPL 2025 clash against Kolkata Knight Riders, questioning why they sent Shimron Hetmyer to bat at No. 8 when their top-order had already collapsed. Doull believes Rajasthan mismanaged their resources, failing to utilize Hetmyer, a proven match-winner—at a more impactful position. […]

Former New Zealand pacer and seasoned commentator Simon Doull has raised concerns about Australia’s scheduling of the upcoming five-Test series against India, particularly regarding the potential exhaustion of India’s key pacer, Jasprit Bumrah. Doull believes that the series fixtures could wear Bumrah out before the final few matches, potentially affecting India’s chances. India, in a […]