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December 2018
India's tail end woes
Against England and now Australia, India's bowlers have found it difficult to score runs and dismiss the opposite team's tail-enders.
Hope floats for the Windies' ODI fortunes
Shai Hope's performances in ODI cricket in 2018 boosts the West Indies' chances for the 2019 Cricket World Cup.
Looking back at the greatest Test match of all time
India vs Australia at Kolkata in 2001 forever changed the course of cricket in India.
Famous father-son duos in cricket
Families and dynasties have their place in cricket history, showcased by these players who represented the same countries as their fathers.
Best of the Tests: Pakistan vs South Africa
Six memorable matches from Test history in which Pakistan faced off against the Proteas.
IPL 2019: Worst retentions and releases
The 12th season of the Indian Premier League has seen some teams make bad decisions about their players.
Can T10 take cricket to the Olympics?
The new exciting 10-over format makes cricket more accessible and could help the sport finally go global.
Best of the Tests: Sri Lanka in New Zealand
Five of the most memorable matches between two island nations from Test cricket history.
The first innings victory for each Test nation
In honour of the greatest form of victory in Test cricket, we look back at each Test nation's first win by an innings.
The best of Gautam Gambhir
The best innings from the international career - Test cricket and ODI - of Indian opening batsman Gautam Gambhir.
Captain Kohli must raise the bar in Australia
Virat Kohli's poor captaincy lost India the England and South Africa series, so he needs to improve for the Test cricket tour of Australia.
Rahane shouldn't start in Adelaide
Ajinkya Rahane does not deserve a place in the Indian side in the 1st Test against Australia in Adelaide, even if he is vice captain.
The famous five: India's Test wins in Australia
India have won just 5 Test matches in Australia, a record they will want to improve on their 2018/19 tour down under.
November 2018
England deserve all the plaudits for their historic win
England's 3-0 whitewash on their tour of Sri Lanka is a rare and praiseworthy cricketing feat.
New Zealand's past successes on Asian soil
8 memorable games from Test cricket history that the Kiwis won in Asia.
Twin tons more than once
Brendan Taylor joins the exclusive club of batsmen who have scored 2 Test hundreds in the same Test match on more than one occasion.
The 5 closest wins in Test cricket history
Apart from Pakistan and New Zealand, England, Australia and the West Indies have all been involved in the closest Test victories in history, in terms of runs.
Best of the Tests: New Zealand vs Pakistan
5 classic Test cricket encounters between the two teams who are currently facing off in the UAE.
5 impressive players from the 2018 Women's World T20
These five cricketers have been vital in their teams' performance in the 2018 Women's World T20.
The muddled decisions of India's selectors
Selection decisions involving MS Dhoni, Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma and more prove that the selection panel lacks any sort of direction or vision.
6 top-order ODI hat-tricks
Only 6 bowlers have taken hat-tricks off the first three wickets of the opposition in an ODI cricket match.
Ringing a bell: From England to India and Bangladesh
The tradition that started at Lord's Cricket Ground, the home of cricket, has spread to other cricketing nations.
Revisiting the best of Rangana Herath
Great Test cricket bowling performances from the recently retired Sri Lanka legend.
All about ODI hat-tricks
Hat-tricks are rare in ODI cricket, and bowlers from Sri Lanka and Pakistan lead the way.
India's middle order conundrum continues
The Indian cricket team rely too much on their opening batsmen and Virat Kohli in ODI cricket, and the middle is still not in order.
Khaleel Ahmed: India's exciting new fast bowler
After playing well in the Asia Cup and the ODIs and T20 against West Indies, a good performance in the tour of Australia could see Ahmed become part of the 2019 Cricket World Cup squad.
South Africa and the Mzansi Super League
It's a miracle that the new T20 league in South Africa is even taking place, and we should appreciate this miracle.
Celebrating the longevity of James Anderson
Even if you don't worship Jimmy Anderson, you have to admire his longevity, something no other bowler is likely to match.
The Delhi smog returns
Sports like cricket and football should not be played in Delhi in the winter as the severe pollution makes it unsafe for the players.
Dwayne Bravo's 5 best performances
In honour of DJ Bravo's international retirement, here is a look back at five of his "Champion" performances.
6 players who aim to impress down under
As wounded giants Australia and South Africa square up for an ODI series, these cricketers will want to make an impact ahead of the 2019 ODI Cricket World Cup.
October 2018
An interview with Yashasvi Jaiswal
The star of India's Under-19 Asia Cup winning team opens up about how his dreams of cricket helped him survive.
Pacers flourishing under Kohli
Compared to the captaincy of MS Dhoni, India's fast bowlers have improved in leaps and bounds under Virat Kohli's captaincy.
Karun Nair: India's unluckiest cricketer
The second Indian to score a Test triple century has been unfairly treated by the Indian team and its management.
Best of the ODIs: England vs Sri Lanka
As England conclude the ODI portion of their tour of Sri Lanka, we look back at five exciting ODI matches between these two sides.
Best of the Tests: Australia vs Pakistan
Five of the most memorable Test cricket battles between the two giants.
Centuries on Test debut
Prithvi Shaw became the 104th player to score a century in his very first Test match, the game against the West Indies.
Best of the Tests: West Indies in India
Five classic Test matches where the Windies fought spirited battles on Indian soil.
Can Dale Steyn squeeze into South Africa's World Cup plans?
With fiery pacer Dale Steyn performing impressively against Zimbabwe, the Proteas might want to consider him as an option for the 2019 World Cup in England.
5 things India need to try against the West Indies
Before their tour of Australia, India must experiment in the Tests against the Windies to figure out their ideal plans.
Best of the ODIs: South Africa vs Zimbabwe
As Zimbabwe take on the Proteas, we look at the most exciting 50 over games involving the African neighbours.
September 2018
Asia Cup: History in numbers
In the 34 years of the Asia Cup, a number of records have been made and broken.
5 memorable moments from Asia Cup history
As the 2018 Asia Cup comes to an end, we look at some of the most exciting 50 over matches in Asia Cup history.
Kedar Jadhav shines with the ball
Jadhav proves to be indispensable for India, making essential contributions with the ball.
Anderson the Great
James Anderson is the most successful fast bowler in Test history, and he has the chance to make it to 600 wickets.
Afghanistan can bow out with a smile
Afghanistan exceeded expectations in the Asia Cup 2018 and exited on a high note, with a tie against India.
When the Tigers won big in ODI cricket
Now a potent force in ODI cricket, here are 5 of Bangladesh's biggest ODI wins in terms of runs.
The 1968 county season - here come the overseas players
50 years ago, overseas players were first allowed in the English county season, making the cricket all the more exciting.
8 India-Pakistan ODI controversies
India vs Pakistan matches stir up tension, which can lead to conflict, confrontations and controversy.
4 exciting India - Pakistan ODIs
India and Pakistan are no strangers to exciting ODI cricket, as these 4 matches show.
5 reasons India was better than Pakistan in the 2018 Asia Cup
India showed their improvement by beating Pakistan twice in the 2018 Asia Cup and recovering from the Champion's Trophy final they lost.
Revisiting five Asia Cup classics
5 iconic Asia Cup games that are among the most exciting matches in the history of the tournament
Six players to watch out for at the 2018 Asia Cup
The latest edition of the Asia Cup boasts a number of players who will thrill and entertain us through the tournament.
India's report card vs England
Despite the 4-1 Test series loss to England, some Indian cricketers played very well, and they will have learned a lot.
The Improved Ishant Sharma
Ishant the older, more experienced bowler is better than Ishant, the young pace sensation full of potential
Alastair Cook: Retirement Retrospective
A look at the numbers and performances from Alastair Cook's long and illustrious Test cricket career
100 ball cricket deserves a chance
It's too early to write off 100 ball cricket, an ECB idea that has potential to bring in a new audience
August 2018
Cricket at the Asian Games
A brief history of the times cricket was played in the 2010 and 2014 Asian games.
Test cricket must take precedence
In light of their performance in England, India need to focus on the alpha, Test cricket, ahead of the beta and gamma formats, ODIs and T20Is.
Is the BCCI ignoring in form Ranji players?
Ignoring the efforts of players in domestic cricket is not a healthy sign for Indian cricket.
India's largest wins in SENA countries
By margin of runs, India's largest and most audacious wins in South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia.
Celebrating Afghanistan's 100th ODI
As Afghanistan approach their ODI century, here are 5 of their most memorable wins in ODI cricket.
Six teams, one spot: The Asia Cup Qualifier
A lowdown on the six teams competing for the one remaining berth and the opportunity to play ODI cricket against India and Pakistan.
The best of Ajit Wadekar
Remembering some of the best batting performances by one of India's finest captains.
All about six-wicket hauls in ODI cricket
Taking six wickets or more in an ODI match is no small feat, and is usually (but not always) enough to win the match.
Murali Vijay: How 'The Monk' Fell
The opening batsman has performed poorly for India on international tours in recent times, and many players are vying for his spot.
8 deadly bowlers and their favourite hunting grounds
Some bowlers have their own fortress, a ground where they get the best results and dominate opposing batsmen.
Ben Stokes is England's premier star
The fast bowling, hard hitting Durham all-rounder has proved himself as a match winner and game changer with both bat and ball.
Players on both batting and bowling honours boards at Lord’s
10 cricketers who have scored a Test century as well as taken 5 wickets in an innings at the Home of Cricket.
What India need to do to avoid a 5-0 whitewash
6 things that India have to do if they want to make a comeback in the Test series against England.
Best of the Tests at Trent Bridge
The Nottingham stadium, which will host the 3rd Test of the England vs India series, has witnessed plenty of exciting matches.
When Pakistan played cricket on Independence Day
Five matches in history when Pakistan were involved in international cricketing action on their Independence Day.
Imran Khan Niazi
The former Pakistan cricket team captain is the new Prime Minister of Pakistan.
To toss or not to toss?
In Test cricket, how much of a difference does winning the toss make, and does it give home teams a greater advantage?
Indians on Lord's honours boards
22 cricketers from India have scored a century or taken 5 wickets in an innings at Lord's, the Home of Cricket.
Reeza Hendricks joins select club of ODI centurions on debut
With his hundred in the game against Sri Lanka, the South Africa batsman became one of the few cricketers to make a century in their 1st match of ODI cricket.
Nepal’s ODI neophytes get off the blocks in familiar fashion
Nepal enjoyed their first win in ODI cricket in their second game, a characteristically thrilling encounter.
Kohli vs Anderson: The new battle
The epic Virat Kohli - James Anderson battle has gone in a new direction after the Test match at Edgbaston.
Botched Test match chases
3 games from Test cricket history where an easily achievable target was not chased down.
The "Biggest Party in Cricket" is back!
The sixth edition of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) promises many exciting contests amidst a carnival atmosphere.
The greatest ODI knocks in successful 300+ chases
Even though chasing down totals over 300 has become more common in ODI cricket, it still takes special innings to make it happen.
Rewind to 1992: When the Proteas faced the Lions for the first time
South Africa faced Sri Lanka in an ODI for the first time during the 1992 World Cup in an exciting, low scoring thriller.
Revisiting England's milestone Tests
In honour of England's 1000th Test match, against India at Edgbaston, here is a look at their centenary Tests.
4 great innings by Indian batsmen in England
In conditions that often favour the bowlers, these innings in 2 victories, a defeat and a draw are still remembered.
Good luck, Dinesh Karthik
To stay in the team, DK needs to make the most of his chances on the field in the India tour of England Test series.
Edgbaston: Not a happy hunting ground for India
Historically, India has done badly in Tests in Edgbaston, the location of the first Test in the tour of England.
Why selectors should not drop Pujara
India have no shortage of talented batsmen, but Cheteshwar Pujara has the fight to battle it out in the unfriendly English conditions.
July 2018
The hoo-ha surrounding Pujara's overseas sickness
Cheteshwar Pujara seems unable to up his game when India go on tour, which could be a problem in the series in England.
Wriddhiman Saha's future in the Indian cricket team
The wicket keeper from Bengal will have to fight injuries, other keepers and his own batting to keep his place in the India Test cricket side.
India's first-Test blues in England
Can India overcome their history of losing the first Test in tours of England?
Best of the Tests at Edgbaston
Five memorable Tests played at the venue of what will be England's 1000th Test match, against India.
A Neil McKenzie Masterclass on batting against spin in Asia
Speaking to the veteran, former South Africa opener and excellent player of spin about the Proteas' spin troubles.
Are away Tests important to teams today?
Teams like South Africa, who have been incredibly competitive away from home in the past, now seem to have accepted their fate on away tours.
The new Ranji Trophy format has its flaws
The new format in India's first class domestic cricket tournament has its positives, but its negatives need to be addressed.
Remembering Nelson Mandela's contribution to cricket
Following his birth centenary, here is a look at how Nelson Mandela made a difference to cricket in South Africa.
300 plus totals in ODI cricket
A variety of factors has led to an explosion in the number of times teams score 300 runs and above in ODIs.
The Dhoni factor in 300+ run chases
Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the great finisher of India, has struggled with age and seems unable to keep up with the new trends in high scoring matches.
Dale Steyn: Greatest Of All Time?
A stats analysis of Dale Steyn's Test cricket career with South Africa that showcases his phenomenal achievements.
5 issues India must address after the series loss to England
The ODI series lost in England, the site of the 2019 World Cup, has given India many questions to be answered.
Sri Lanka should give Mathews a break
The role of Angelo Mathews in the Test cricket side should be reconsidered. Give young talent a chance in his place.
Karunaratne's master-class at Galle
Against a marauding South Africa bowling attack, the left handed opener showed his class and helped Sri Lanka win the game.
Galle: The fortress of Sri Lanka
Galle has been one of the most successful grounds for the Lions in Test cricket.
Indian captains and their go-to spin twins
Sourav Ganguly, Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Virat Kohli have all enjoyed the services of two excellent spinners in their teams.
Cricket XI at the FIFA World Cup 2018
In honour of the other World Cup, here is a dream team of cricketers and the type of football team they might make.
Best of the Tests: South Africa vs Sri Lanka
Five classic, exciting examples of Test cricket from the history between the Proteas and the Lions.
Best of the Tests at Sabina Park
Seven classic Test matches at one of the most iconic grounds of the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica.
England's ODI cricket bowling woes
In the build up to their World Cup campaign, England's batting is very strong but their bowlers are not performing.
India are favourites in ODIs against England
In what will be an exciting display of ODI cricket, India look the better side than the hosts, England.
5 things Sri Lanka need to beat South Africa
Playing the 2 Test series at home against the Proteas, Sri Lanka will still have to do a lot to emerge victorious.
What clicks for Pakistan in T20 cricket
Since the 2016 World T20, Pakistan have performed brilliantly in the shortest format.
Increased fitness could reform Indian cricket
Between Kohli, Kumble and Shastri, the standards of fitness in Team India are soaring.
The Krunal Pandya Factor
The elder Pandya brother is the perfect fit for this India side as he is flexible, effective and consistent.
West Indies vs Bangladesh: Past battles
As the two countries who are at eight and nine in the Test rankings face off, we look at some highlights from their previous encounters.
Eight players to watch out for at the Women's World T20 Qualifier
Eight teams battle it out for two spots at the Women's World T20 Qualifier. Here are their most important players.
This is India's best chance to conquer England
After many bad Test series in England, India finally look like the more threatening side going into this series.
8 exciting matches from India vs England history
When these two teams clash in ODI and T20 cricket, the results are often eventful and memorable.
June 2018
13-wicket hauls in Test cricket
Shannon Gabriel joined an exclusive club of wicket takers in the West Indies vs Sri Lanka Test match at Gros Islet.
Revisiting past Indo-Irish international matches
Unbelievably, India and Ireland have faced each other only 4 times in ODI and T20 cricket before 2018.
A lowdown on the first Global T20 Canada
The newest domestic T20 league, featuring cricketers from 12 countries, has started in Canada.
An interview with Mahmudullah - The World T20 loss to India hurt us badly
The veteran Bangladesh all-rounder talks about starting out as a bowler, performing in World Cups, the India - Bangladesh rivalry and more.
A look back at Australia’s past ODI drubbings
After they conceded 481 runs and lost to England by 242 runs, here are Australia's biggest ODI defeats.
25 years of ball tampering in cricket
7 instances of ball tampering in Test and ODI cricket, from Sachin Tendulkar to Faf du Plessis.
Stats from the India vs Afghanistan Test
Interesting records and numbers from the one off Test that marked Afghanistan's entry into Test cricket.
The inspiring Tim Paine story
Paine went from almost retiring from cricket to winning the Ashes and becoming captain of the Australia Test cricket team.
An Interview with Washington Sundar
The RCB, Tamil Nadu and India all rounder talks about the IPL, captaincy styles and more in a chat with HoldingWilley.
Mendis key to Lankan fightback
Kusal Mendis, the best batsman of Sri Lanka, impressed in the 1st Test against West Indies and needs to do more to lift the team.
Five Afghan players to watch out for in their inaugural Test
These players will make sure Afghanistan pose a challenge to India in the country's first Test in Bangalore.
Best of the Tests at Bengaluru
The stadium hosting Afghanistan's first Test match against India has seen some exciting Test cricket contests.
Langer is the perfect choice for Australia
Justin Langer turned Western Australia around and now he can do the same for the Australia national team.
Aussies must sort themselves out
The England ODIs are a perfect chance for Australia to get their team in order after much upheaval.
6 reasons why England are favourites
Australia are dealing with banned batsmen, injured bowlers and poor recent form going into the 5 ODI series in England.
Jos Buttler: England's Test cricket messiah
With a positive mindset and innovative technique, Jos Buttler showed the value of a T20 specialist in the Test against Pakistan.
An International XI of Davids
Many players named David, both great and small, have graced the world of cricket with their performance.
Acing T20 cricket the Afghanistan way
Afghanistan cricket has grown in leaps and bounds, with their spin bowling attack being key to their success in the shortest format.
West Indies vs Sri Lanka: Past battles
Exciting battles of bat and ball have graced the surprisingly short Test history between these two island nations.
The highest List A partnership for each wicket
In the one-day format, we look at all the record partnerships from the openers to the last wicket.
Is AB de Villiers the last true global cricketing superstar?
The appeal of AB was truly global, and the way cricket is going, he might be the last of his kind.
Where have all the Saffers gone?
The absence of a competitive domestic T20 tournament is having negative effects on South Africans playing in the IPL and elsewhere.
An interview with Mujeeb Ur Rahman
Afghanistan's Mujeeb Zadran has a brief chat about his experience of the IPL, R Ashwin’s support, the upcoming Test against India and more.
8 controversies in England vs Pakistan Tests
Test matches between Pakistan and England have witnessed a number of controversial incidents over the years.
Kane Williamson: IPL 2018's Captain Marvel
The captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad, the calm batting dynamo from New Zealand, has been the standout skipper this season.
May 2018
An interview with Rashid Khan
Young leg spinner and hero of Afghanistan Rashid Khan speaks about the IPL, the upcoming Test against India and playing while fasting.
Thank you, AB
In his glorious and too brief international career for South Africa, AB de Villiers made cricket a more beautiful game.
Best of the Tests at Headingley
7 classic Tests from the history of the Yorkshire cricket ground that is hosting the 2nd England vs Pakistan Test.
KKR's planning at the auction shows results
Excellent planning at the IPL auction gave Kolkata Knight Riders a solid squad that exceeded expectations.
The true legacy of AB de Villiers
AB de Villiers made us feel special just for the privilege of being able to witness his extraordinary feats.
Flops of IPL 2018
10 players who grabbed the world's attention for all the wrong reasons in the Indian Premier League.
Hits of IPL 2018
10 players who grabbed the world's attention for all the right reasons in the Indian Premier League.
IPL 2018: Highlights and talking points
6 talking points from a closely contested, excitement filled edition of the Indian Premier League.
AB de Villiers: A Career in Numbers
A titan of modern cricket with a great record for South Africa, we look at some numbers from AB's international career.
The coaches corner of IPL 2018
Behind every team in the Indian Premier League is a small army of coaches who make this contest elite.
Delhi's young guns give hope for the future
The Delhi Daredevils' IPL future looks positive with the quality shown by the many young players in the side.
The eight overseas players from the very first IPL match
What happened to the 8 overseas cricketers who played in the first ever IPL match?
Six players who unexpectedly starred in the first IPL
These unheralded cricketers took the 2008 Indian Premier League by storm with their performances.
5 things Pakistan need to do to win the England Tests
Pakistan have not had a Test series victory in England for a while, but they can change that.
Best of the Tests: Pakistan in England
As the Pakistan tour of England begins, we look back at 5 exciting Tests from the 64 years of history between these teams.
Buttler & Archer have been key to Royals' success
Without Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer, Rajasthan Royals would never have made it to the IPL playoff stage.
A first step to a Women's IPL
The Trailblazers vs Supernovas contest in the IPL featured big name women cricketers from India, England, Australia and New Zealand.
Delhi should have picked Lamichhane much earlier
Delhi Daredevils made a mistake by not playing Sandeep Lamichhane, the leg spinner from Nepal, much earlier in the IPL.
Can Sohail Tanvir’s IPL record be broken?
An IPL record was set in 2008 that no one has managed to break. Will it happen this year?
A T20 International World XI
Selecting the eleven best players who represent their countries in T20s is not an easy task.
Rashid & Mujeeb: The mean teens of the IPL
The two teenagers from Afghanistan have taken the Indian Premier League by storm, which bodes well for their international experience.
The impact of Under-19 stars in the IPL
A trio of teenage cricketers who represented India at the U19 World Cup are making a difference in the IPL.
Cricketers who played Tests for two different countries
Out of thousands of cricketers, only 15 have represented different countries at the Test match level.
Select Sanju Samson!
The Kerala and Rajasthan Royals batsman deserves a place in the India side based on his IPL performances alone.
The case for a biennial 32-team T20I knockout
Now that 104 countries can play T20 Internationals, exciting possibilities can emerge for cricket on the global scale.
The lowest winning first-innings totals in the County Championship
English domestic cricket has seen many exciting occasions where a team has defended a ridiculously low first innings total.
Top 10 Test cricket all rounders
A couple of statistical insights into the problems of deciding how to quantify the greatness of an all-rounder.
Ireland look to 'Pak' a punch as historic Test beckons
Ireland are all set to play their very first Test match against Pakistan and perhaps make cricket history.
Will Krunal Pandya get selected in the Indian team?
The Mumbai Indians all rounder has done very well in the IPL and should be considered for a place in the national side.
Uthappa needs to stay till the end
If Kolkata Knight Riders want to go all the way to another IPL title, their main batsman needs to finish off the tough games.
Chris Gayle: Respect the name
The Universe Boss deserves his reputation for amazing hitting and match-winning performances, especially in the IPL.
Should Yuvraj Singh retire or no?
With a not-so-great IPL 2018 and the 2019 Cricket World Cup in England looming, what will become of Yuvi?
The Forgotten Foreign XI of the IPL
Here is a team made of overseas players who have not played in more than one season of the Indian Premier League each.
IPL 2018: Mid-season review
30 games are over, 30 more are left to be played and here is how the teams are faring in the Indian Premier League.
April 2018
Shreyas Iyer leads from the front
The new captain of the Delhi Daredevils has given them renewed hope in IPL 18.
CSK's faith in Ambati Rayudu is paying off
The Chennai Super Kings batsman is having a great IPL 18 and catching the eye of national selectors.
6 Things Mumbai Indians must do for an IPL 2018 comeback
MI have won the Indian Premier League after a bad start before, but there's a lot they need to change.
A lowdown on the ICC World Cricket League Division Four
Six Associate nations face each other from April 29 to May 6 in an attempt to move one step closer to World Cup qualification.
DRS has not stopped bad decisions in IPL
The standards of umpiring in India and the Indian Premier League have only gotten lower and lower.
The chasing bias in the IPL
The ominous looking record of chasing teams Winning in the IPL isn't something to worry about.
Sarfaraz Khan's inconsistent IPL journey
Royal Challengers Bangalore hope that young star Sarfaraz will be their finisher this season.
Opening the IPL
This edition of the Indian Premier League continues the tradition of openers being among the most important players.
An interview with Andrew Tye
The death overs specialist bowler for Australia and Kings XI Punjab speaks to us about IPL, Test cricket and more.
Home advantage in the IPL
All the teams have a variety of home grounds that they play on, and some teams make better use of these conditions.
The death bowlers of IPL 2018
Each team in the Indian Premier League has at least one designated bowler who can change a game in the death overs.
Faf du Plessis: An Unlikely Legend of Cricket
Sidelined for so long but now so often the centre of attention: there is something unique about Faf.
The rise and fall of Yusuf Pathan
The IPL journey of the all-rounder who went from a superstar to frustratingly inconsistent.
Can Rahul use the IPL to springboard into team India?
The time is ripe for KL Rahul to cement his place in the national side with a good showing for Kings XI Punjab in the 2018 Indian Premier League.
The Rajasthan Royals batting muddle
If they get their batting order right, the Royals could do very well in this edition of the IPL.
10 Most Famous Controversies of the IPL
The Indian Premier League has enjoyed 10 years of success, but not without courting controversy.
When cricket was played at the Commonwealth Games
Cricket made a one-off appearance at the Commonwealth Games in 1998 and have a chance to return in the 2022 edition of the Games.
Will Eden Gardens adopt Karthik?
It took a lot for the home of Kolkata Knight Riders to accept Gautam Gambhir, so his replacement has his work cut out for him.
Can Gambhir lead Delhi's redemption?
This IPL, Gautam Gambhir has the chance to captain the Delhi Daredevils to greater success than ever before.
A SWOT Analysis of RCB, DD and KXIP
Analysing the chances of the teams that have never won an IPL title: Royal Challengers Bangalore, Delhi Daredevils and King's XI Punjab.
Manish Pandey: the middle order hope of SRH
SunRisers Hyderabad will be expecting Manish Pandey to perform in the middle order as they can't rely on their openers as much as before.
Dinesh Karthik: The Underrated Captain in the IPL
The Tamil Nadu wicket-keeper and batsman has better credentials for captaining the Kolkata Knight Riders than most think.
IPL 2018: Rookies to watch
The Indian Premier League has a history of being a platform for exciting young cricketers to get noticed.
1966/67: The less remembered tour
Australia's next tour of South Africa overshadowed this one, but it deserves more from cricket's collective memory.
An ode to Kevin Pietersen
Let us now praise a player who helped England reach dizzy heights and was incredible to watch whenever he played.
7 reasons why South Africa won
This is why the Proteas bounced back to win the Test series 3-1 despite losing the first Test to Australia.
Rewind to 1969-70: Australia in South Africa, Part 4
The 4th and final Test marked the peak of South Africa's dominance over Australia, and the start of repercussions for Apartheid.
March 2018
A captain's responsibility extends beyond his team
Steve Smith has disappointed the many fans who admired him and should be ashamed of himself.
Nathan Lyon enters the 300 club
If he continues his impressive vein of recent form, Lyon has the potential to be a truly great off-spinner.
Rewind to 1969/70: Australia in South Africa, Part 3
The third article in a look back to Australia's last four-Test series in South Africa.
The 10-team World Cup is a disgrace to cricket
Greed and cowardice are why the ICC have refused to open the tournament to more teams.
West Indies live another day
The Windies' made it through to the 2019 World Cup despite a number of disappointing matches and evident flaws in their game.
8 standout performers from PSL 2018
Young guns and old veterans both put in some amazing performances in the 3rd edition of the Pakistan Super League.
Wasim Jaffer: 40 years and going strong
The Vidarbha (and former Mumbai) batsman's double century in the Irani Cup showcases his passion.
All about tied ODIs
Some facts & figures about the matches that have been tied in ODI history.
Room for passion, but not abuse
Incidents like the ones between Australia and South Africa are unnecessary and take the focus away from the cricket being played.
High time that umpires step up
The incidents with Australia and South Africa have shown that umpires need to play a more prominent role on the field.
The World's Best Fast Bowler
Kagiso Rabada is a precocious talent who has the potential to become one of the best pacers of all time.
Best of the Tests at Eden Park
The day/night England vs New Zealand Test is the 50th Test played at the Auckland ground, which has seen some blinders.
Why Stuart Broad must be given the new ball
Senior fast bowlers often lack the pace of youth, which makes the qualities of the new ball essential for them.
Did Usman Khawaja save his career at Port Elizabeth?
Can the elegant yet inconsistent left-handed batsman keep up the form he showed in the 2nd Test against South Africa?
7 players to look out for in the Women's T20 Tri-series
India is hosting Australia and England in an exciting T20 tri-series featuring a number of new players fighting to make their mark.
Bangladesh's bad behaviour
Bangladesh's passion for cricket can turn into ugly behaviour on and off the pitch.
Sunny days ahead for Dinesh Karthik
DK has had a stop-start international career, but now may be his time to shine.
Washington Sundar's meteoric rise
The Man of the Series in the Nidahas Trophy, the young off spinner has a bright future ahead of him.
4 close finishes in T20Is
International T20 cricket has produced a number of nail-biting games that went down to the wire.
Milestones on Nepal's road to ODI status
Ever since they became an associate cricket nation in 1996, Nepal have been steadily improving and impressing.
Suresh Raina: Man on a Mission
Raina is on a comeback in T20Is and will be aiming for a place in the 2019 World Cup team.
Shardul Thakur's topsy-turvy journey
Rise, fall and rise again, has been the story of the determined fast bowler who went from playing for Mumbai to India.
Mushfiqur: The middle-order saviour
Mushfiqur Rahim could finally be the answer to a problem in Bangladesh's batting that has been around since 2016.
The Irresistible Kagiso Rabada
The young, fast bowler has become the mainstay of the South Africa bowling attack and his presence will be missed.
Rewind to 1969/70: Australia in South Africa, Part 2
The second article in a look back to Australia's last four-Test series in South Africa.
Latham in the middle
Tom Latham has become the unobtrusive catalyst in New Zealand's strong middle order.
Ross Taylor's partnerships for New Zealand
Since 2014, Taylor has been essential to building partnerships for New Zealand and is an important part of their success.
Scotland's shining beacon
Calum MacLeod has taken Scotland to the World Cup before and he can do it again.
The rise of Santner the Batsman
Mitchell Santner has adapted and proved himself capable with the bat in addition to his spinning prowess.
The importance of Moeen Ali
No matter what his numbers are like, Moeen Ali has made himself a vital part of this England side.
7 players to watch out for at the World Cup Qualifiers
As 10 teams compete for 2 places in the 2019 World Cup, these players could make the difference.
Mayank Agarwal: Calling his Shots Right
Both on and off the field, the Karnataka batsman has played things nearly to perfection.
Bhuvi: India's unassuming hero
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has emerged as one of India's most important bowlers in Tests, ODIs and T20Is.
Pandya needs to perform
Why a below-par Hardik Pandya did not deserve to be rested for the Nidahas trophy.
Move Dhoni up the order
Mahendra Singh Dhoni's waning strike rate shows that he needs to bat higher up for India to get the most out of him.
The Return of Mitchell Marsh
Mitchell Marsh has made a strong case for himself as a future captain of Australia.
What the World Cup Qualifiers mean to Afghanistan
Afghanistan may not be able to win the World Cup very soon, but they can inspire a new generation.
Zimbabwe's spotless record in the Qualifiers
Zimbabwe have never been defeated in a World Cup Qualifier, though they last played one 28 years ago.
The rise of Nepal cricket
Nepal are going through a fairy-tale period of wins, which they hope will continue to the World Cup Qualifiers.
The ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifiers are here
10 teams will battle it out for 2 spots in the 2019 World Cup in the high-profile qualifying tournament.
February 2018
Re-evaluating Dean Elgar: An Interview
The brave & nuggety opening batsman for South Africa deserves praise for his skill & consistency.
A look at Hashim Amla's Test career
How good is Hashim Amla? This study of his numbers tells us whether he is a great or just really good.
7 things South Africa must do to defeat Australia
The Proteas need to do a lot if they want to beat the Aussies in a Test series at home for the first time since readmission.
Rewind to 1969/70: Australia in South Africa, Part 1
The first article in a look back to Australia's last four-Test series in South Africa.
What Kohli taught South Africa
The Proteas' have many lessons to learn from their summer of defeat at the hands of Virat Kohli and India.
5 positives for South Africa
The Proteas can take heart from these takeaways from their T20 series against India.
Junior Dala has hit the ground running
In a disappointing T20I series for South Africa against India, the Zambia-born pacer has been the ray of hope.
The troubles facing South Africa Women
The Proteas Women's side, humbled by India, have one more chance to fight back.
A new era of Australian T20s
Australia have just started to become incredibly successful in the shortest cricket format.
Best of the ODIs: England in New Zealand
5 exciting 50-over cricket matches between the Kiwis and the Poms, including 2 tied contests.
The best of Bevan Congdon
Remembering the great team-man Bevan 'Bev' Congdon with 5 great innings.
The BCCI is failing women's cricket
For how long will women's cricket be treated like stepchild in cricket-loving India?
Cricketing coincidences
Cricket is a game where the unlikeliest incidents happen surprisingly often.
7 players to watch for in the PSL
The Pakistan Super League has returned, larger than before, with more exciting faces.
Martin Guptill: the dark horse of T20Is
In T20 Internationals, Martin Guptill is one of the best, having racked up impressive numbers.
Ind vs SA ODI series: India's report card
From Kohli to Jadhav, India gets marks out of ten for their ODI performance in South Africa.
South Africa's Mission 2019 looking dicey
A disappointing display in all departments should make the Proteas consider their plans for the 2019 World Cup.
Trouble in the middle
India's middle order needs to be fixed before it leaves India in a fix.
7 reasons why India won against South Africa
India played a far more impressive brand of ODI cricket than the Proteas.
About the 700 club in Test cricket
Facts and stats from the 23 times that teams have scored a total of over 700 in a Test match innings.
‘Because he’s Rohit Sharma, he can do anything’
The downfall of being a Rohit Sharma fan and his transformation after 2013.
The rise and rise of Colin Munro
Colin Munro is the new T20 specialist from New Zealand and his performances are sensational.
Of cricket, challenges and cups of chai
Interviews with Assam Coach Lalchand Rajput & Captain Gokul Sharma.
Are we expecting too much from Rohit?
Is Rohit Sharma going through a dry patch or are the South African conditions tough for openers in general?
An interview with U-19 star Jakob Bhula
We speak with the sensational New Zealand all-rounder who turned heads at the 2018 Under-19 World Cup.
Interview with Ranji Trophy winning captain Faiz Fazal
Faiz Fazal talks about Vidarbha's maiden, fairy-tale Ranji title, coach Chandrakant Pandit, Wasim Jaffer and more.
Slow and steady, the Dravid way
Rahul Dravid has used his patience and perseverance to succeed and help the Under-19 India side succeed.
India: Mission 2019
India need to identify the ideal squad for the 2019 World Cup in England without losing the series to South Africa.
Oman's big chance to take a big step
The ICC World Cricket League (Division Two) offers a chance for Oman to aim for the World Cup.
6 players to watch out for in the WCL Division 2
As Canada, Kenya, Namibia, Nepal, Oman and the UAE face each other, here are key players from each team.
7 exciting talents from the 2018 Under-19 World Cup
The Under-19 World Cup has always been the ideal place to spot the emerging stars of cricket.
5 Under-19s who made it big
5 players from the 2014 & 2016 Under-19 Cricket World Cups who have played for their country.
Heroes of the past Under-19 World Cup finals
11 Under-19 World Cup finals, 11 Man of the Match awards for exceptional performances.
BCCI needs to stop overworking players
Team India is being worked overtime & playing games without preparation to fulfill the board's monetary obligations.
January 2018
The genius who could have been a great
Barry Richards played only 4 Tests, but his batting dazzled everyone who saw him play.
Takeaways from the 2018 IPL Auction
Crores were spent, old stars snubbed, new youngsters unearthed and more at the auction for the 11th IPL.
Unlucky Angelo Mathews
The former Sri Lanka captain would have felt a nasty sense of deja vu after his recent defeat to Zimbabwe.
South Africa: Player ratings vs India
The Freedom Test series belonged to the Proteas bowlers, while the batsmen floundered.
SA vs India & the cruel beauty of a bowler's wicket
This was the only series where 10 wickets fell in every single innings and it was glorious.
What to expect from the 2018 IPL Auction
This year's player auction for the Indian Premier League will be the biggest since the first edition.
Comparing Pujara to Dravid is blasphemous
Cheteshwar Pujara is talented, but he has a long way to go before he can approach the level of Rahul Dravid.
Six Under-19 stars to look out for
With the Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand having begun, here are 6 future stars to keep an eye on.
Lungi brings down India
A post-mortem of India's 2nd Test and series loss against South Africa, and a look at South Africa's bright future.
7 reasons why India lost the South Africa Test series
After losing the first two matches of the three Test series against the Proteas, here's a look at where India went wrong.
Remembering the 2008 Under 19 World Cup
Every ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup unearths young talent, but the 2008 edition has produced some who are truly special.
When cleaning up the tail, there's no substitute for pace
As India learned in the first Test against South Africa, the faster you bowl, the easier it is to go through the lower order.
Rahane is the key to success in South Africa
To break their jinx in South Africa, India need their own "Jinx" in the next Test.
An interview with RCB star Sarfaraz Khan
Sarfaraz Khan, of Royal Challengers Bangalore fame, talks about injury, RCB and the Under 19 World Cup.
A look at AB de Villiers' Test career
Famous for his ODI and T20 batting blitzes, AB de Villiers has been impressive in Test cricket as well.
Reflections on India's 1st Test
Taking some Good Hope from the Cape, before moving northwards to face South Africa at Centurion.
Steve Smith and his pace attack
Unlocking the keys to Australia's comprehensive victory over England in the 2017/18 Ashes.
The story of Avesh Khan
From Indore to India, Avesh Khan has gone from teenage star fast bowler to possibly the future of Indian pace bowling.
Where Joe Root falls behind Smith & Kohli
England captain Joe Root is an excellent batsman, but he has not been converting his good starts into good scores.
Milestones & records from the 2017-18 Ashes
Lesser known statistics and facts that you may have missed from the recently concluded Ashes.
India squander golden opportunity
India had a rare chance to create history against South Africa, but were undone by poor selection and their 1st innings performance.
Cricket's tippling tales
Alcohol and cricket make for an interesting cocktail, though it can cause a few regrets as these players know.
Can Pakistan remain consistent for once?
After a year of almost unprecedented success in limited overs cricket, can Pakistan overcome their own demons to fight back against New Zealand?
Looking back at Bodyline
85 years on, the effects of cricket's most notorious series are still felt around the world.
5 great Ashes controversies
In a tournament with as much history as the Ashes, there has been no shortage of controversy.
An All Time Ashes XI
Cricket's longest running rivalry between England and Australia has produced some truly great players.
Rohit Sharma: Needed in all 3 formats
With a number of strong recent performances, Rohit makes his case for fulfilling his potential in all formats of the game.
Best of the Tests at Newlands
With India visiting South Africa, we look at 5 Cape Town classics from the history of the Proteas.
Are Indian batsmen flat track bullies?
Their record at home is great, but can Kohli's side perform even when the conditions are not in their favour?
South Africa need to be careful in search of revenge
The Proteas' plan of preparing seam-friendly pitches could backfire, as it has in the past.
5 things India need to do to win against South Africa
The Proteas are formidable at home, but this Indian side is on a roll and has the potential to beat the hosts.
India's best chance in South Africa
Virat Kohli's team has the options to offer the best chance of finally defeating the Proteas at home.
Cricket's Avian XI
Bird is the word for this team of cricketers whose names are related to our feathered friends.
Top 10 cricket moments of 2017
At the end of an exciting year, we look back at some of the best cricket that was on display.
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Manjrekar gets bounced!
The BCCI removes Sanjay Manjrekar from the commentators' panel.