Memories of 2012-13: England’s most impressive away series this century India have won all 14 home Test series since this 2-1 defeat, making the tourists’ achievement all the more remarkable The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2024
Anticipating raging tuners, England batters also need to watch out for the non-turning ball NEW DELHI: The best of preparations are not enough to counter the rank turners in India and over the course of the upcoming five Tests, England batters will also have their task cut out while dealing with the odd ball that doesn't spin, something that contributed to their dramatic downfall… The Times of India · Jan 23, 2024
India vs England: Team India's plans take a hit with Virat Kohli's pullout HYDERABAD: In a major setback to Indian plans, Virat Kohli has withdrawn from the first two matches of the five-Test series against England due to “personal reasons”. The Indian board will name a replacement soon, with the first Test beginning here on Jan 25. The Times of India · Jan 23, 2024
Usman Khawaja bloodied by bouncer as Australia crush West Indies in first Test Australia won the first Test by 10 wickets after Josh Hazlewood took nine wickets but not before Usman Khawaja was felled by bouncer one run short of victory The Guardian - AU · Jan 19, 2024
England Lions batters in 'Bazball' mode against India A bowlers, post 382/3 on Day 1 AHMEDABAD: India A bowlers got a taste of the 'Bazball' approach as England Lions, led by opener Keaton Jennings, pulverised an attack full of seasoned domestic operators to score 382 for 3 in just 82 overs on the opening day of the four-day 'unofficial Test'. The Times of India · Jan 17, 2024
Australia v West Indies: first Test, day one – as it happened New opener Steve Smith was dismissed early as Australia chased West Indies’ 188 at Adelaide Oval The Guardian - AU · Jan 16, 2024
Steve Smith to take his talents to the top and open Australia's innings in 1st Test against West Indies Steve Smith dares the West Indies attack to waste the new ball with short-pitched deliveries as he opens for Australia in the Test series opener. The Hindu · Jan 16, 2024
'I wasn't the last left-hander...': England batter on his struggle against 'world-class' Ashwin NEW DELHI: England batsman Ben Duckett praised India's spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, acknowledging him as a world-class bowler ahead of the upcoming five-match Test series. The Times of India · Jan 15, 2024
Smith won't entertain selection issue if move backfires Steve Smith expects the freedom of more attacking cricket at the top of the Test order, but hasn't considered what it means for his spot if the move fails. AAP · Jan 14, 2024
'We won't complain if pitches in India...': England vice-captain Ollie Pope NEW DELHI: England's vice-captain, Ollie Pope, expressed a pragmatic stance regarding the nature of pitches in the upcoming five-match Test tour against India starting on January 25. The Times of India · Jan 13, 2024
Jeetan Patel: ‘We want excitement levels high when we hit that first Test’ England assistant coach on the challenge awaiting young spinners in India, his coaching philosophy, and why the team are preparing in Abu Dhabi The Guardian - UK · Jan 11, 2024
Newlands — the latest in the never-ending debate on pitches As yet another wicket tumbled in the second Test at the Newlands Cricket Ground, Mark Nicholas, the MCC president, former England-A and Hampshire captain and now one of the most distinct voices in the game, told The Hindu: “I don’t really think it is the best thing for Test cricket… The Hindu · Jan 8, 2024
Watch: 'Who will teach me...' - Hasan Ali responds aggressively to fan's mockery of catching skills NEW DELHI: Pakistan's fiery pacer, Hasan Ali, didn't mince words when responding to a fan who taunted him about his catching skills after Australia secured an 8-wicket victory in the third Test in Sydney. The Times of India · Jan 8, 2024
Coming back was almost like a debut for me, says Ngidi Lungi Ngidi, Player-of-the-Match on Test debut vs India, reflects on his IPL success, battles with Indian batters, and admiration for Indian pacers. The Hindu · Jan 7, 2024
The Hindu · Jan 7, 2024 De Villiers blames T20 cricket for short India-South Africa series India vs South Africa: AB de Villiers blames T20 leagues for South Africa and India's two-Test series and calls for change to identify best Test team.
The Hindu · Jan 6, 2024 India in South Africa | I have learnt a lot from my first two tours: Yashasvi Jaiswal Yashavi Jaiswal's 28 runs helped India win the 2nd Test in South Africa, with his mentor Rahal Dravid's advice to "bat with a smile".
The Guardian - AU · Jan 6, 2024 David Warner exits Test stage with rich tapestry of chaos and artistry For the man who was once a boy heralding the game’s future, something old-fashioned leaves Test cricket with him
International Business Times · Jan 6, 2024 Warner Goes Out Swinging As Australia Sweep Pakistan Series David Warner went out the way he began with a rumbustious innings to guide Australia to an eight-wicket victory and 3-0 Test series sweep over Pakistan in Sydney on Saturday.
The Hindu · Jan 5, 2024 India in South Africa | The 1-1 scoreline is a fair reflection of the mini-series of miniature Tests in South Africa South Africa's Aiden Markram and India's Virat Kohli shine in the shortest completed Test match in history, with India taking the series 1-1.
The Times of India · Jan 5, 2024 Sanjay Manjrekar defends Shardul Thakur, blames collective bowling failure for Centurion loss NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar defended Shardul Thakur, stating that the blame for India's loss in the first Test against South Africa should not be solely placed on the all-rounder.
The Times of India · Jan 5, 2024 WATCH: Virat Kohli's bhangra cameo after India win Newlands Test vs South Africa NEW DELHI: Apart from his stellar batting shows, India's run machine Virat Kohli is known for entertaining fans with his antics. After India sealed a historic seven-wicket win over South Africa in the second and final Test at the Newlands in Cape Town to level the series 1-1, Virat was…
The Times of India · Jan 5, 2024 3rd Test: Pakistan claim lead against Australia in Sydney after Jamal takes six NEW DELHI: Pakistan's Aamer Jamal claimed six wickets for 69 runs as Pakistan took a narrow first-innings lead against Australia in the third Test on Friday. However, Australia's home bowlers fought back strongly, leaving the match finely balanced heading into the final two days.
The Times of India · Jan 5, 2024 'A bad pitch should be called bad…': Aakash Chopra criticizes extreme conditions in Test cricket NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra expressed his views on the pitch conditions following the conclusion of the second Test between India and South Africa in Cape Town, emphasizing the need for an honest evaluation of playing surfaces around the world.
The Times of India · Jan 5, 2024 'We were more ready...': KL Rahul credits 'mental shift' for India's turnaround in second Test against South Africa NEW DELHI: Indian batsman KL Rahul attributed India's remarkable turnaround in the second Test against South Africa to a "mental shift" after losing the opening match.
The Times of India · Jan 5, 2024 'Ram Siya Ram' moment! Virat Kohli gifts signed jersey to Keshav Maharaj NEW DELHI: After facing an innings defeat in the opening Test in Centurion, Team India made an impressive comeback to beat South Africa by 7 wickets in the second Test at Newlands to level the two-match series 1-1. Both the teams shared the trophy in the end.