Mitchell Starc described it best as he stood near the boundary ropes at the Gabba after stumps: “Proper days of Test cricket.” His brief remark neatly captured the drama, tension and shifting momentum that defined the opening day of the Brisbane day-night Test of the Ashes series. The match offered every ingredient that has long […]

England could be dealt another blow ahead of the third Ashes Test as fast bowler Mark Wood has openly conceded doubts about his fitness, once again highlighting the fragility of England’s pace-driven strategy. The 35-year-old, who is arguably England’s most explosive weapon against Australia, remains hampered by recurring knee problems despite undergoing surgery earlier this […]

Day three of the Christchurch Test belonged entirely to New Zealand. From a modest lead of 96 at the start, the Black Caps ended the day 481 runs ahead of the West Indies, with a colossal 279-run partnership between Rachin Ravindra (176) and Tom Latham (145) underpinning their dominance. The pitch offered ideal batting conditions […]

Day One of the Ashes Test at Brisbane’s Gabba was an immediate test of England’s nerve. Mitchell Starck, with the pink Kookaburra ball in hand, delivered a spell that left the English openers reeling. Ben Duckett fell for a golden duck, edged to Marnus Labuschagne in the slip cordon. Starck had made his intentions clear—early […]

Questioning the ability of one of cricket’s greatest batsmen is almost unthinkable. The saying, “Form is temporary, class is permanent,” perfectly captures the essence of Virat Kohli’s career. Legends may face brief setbacks, but their return is inevitable, often spectacular. Kohli exemplifies this maxim with unmatched grace. Following his retirement from Test and T20 cricket, […]

On a warm evening in Raipur, a remarkable script unfolded—one that saw South Africa dismantle India’s imposing total of 358 with an assurance rarely seen in high-pressure chases. What seemed like an Indian stranglehold after two superb centuries quickly transformed into a celebration of South African resilience, timing and tactical intelligence. At the heart of […]

The eve of the Gabba Test has descended into a swirl of speculation as the Australian team continues to delay naming its playing XI. The central mystery concerns Pat Cummins. Is he making a comeback? Or are Australia simply playing psychological chess with England? Steven Smith’s candid comment added fire to the discussion. Asked whether […]