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IPL 2019
Delhi Daredevils are now Delhi Capitals
Gautam Gambhir retires from cricket
AB de Villiers retires from International Cricket
Former all-rounder is new coach of New Zealand
Former South Africa pacer is new West Indies bowling coach
ICC announces first independent woman director
Veteran Aussie fast bowler Doug Bollinger retires
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December 2019
Brilliant Barramundis on their way up
Papua New Guinea have shown impressive progress in T20Is, and are a team to watch out for at the 2020 T20 World Cup in Australia.
Revisiting three thrilling Trans-Tasman draws
As the final Test between Australia and New Zealand at Sydney approaches, we look back at three exciting Antipodean draws.
All about triple hundreds in Test cricket
In over 140 years of Test cricket, there have been just 31 triple centuries, which we break down here.
The best of Tim Murtagh
The veteran Irish seamer and bowler of the first ball in Ireland's very first Test match announced his retirement recently.
England in South Africa: Seven memorable modern-day Tests
As the Proteas take on the Brits in the traditional Boxing Day Test match, we look at seven classic clashes between the two.
Revisiting Sri Lanka's Test wins in Pakistan
As Test cricket is once again being played in Pakistan, we look back on six times Sri Lanka won Tests in Pakistan.
New Zealand's highest Test partnerships by wicket
The exploits of BJ Watling and Mitchell Santner in the Test match against England have gone down in the record books.
Best of the ODIs at Chepauk
Six classic One-Day International matches that thrilled the spectators at the iconic Chennai ground.
All about five-wicket hauls in T20Is
With Deepak Chahar and Karim Janat entering the five-wicket club recently, we look at fifers in the shortest format.
T20Is reach a thousand: Revisiting the milestone matches
Looking back at the landmark century games that have led to 1,000 T20Is in almost 15 years.
The best bowling figures on T20I debut
The bowlers who have introduced themselves to T20 Internationals with a bang, from Luxembourg to India.
November 2019
An interview with Hazratullah Zazai
The opening batsman for Afghanistan speaks about the 2019 Cricket World Cup, the pride of playing under Rashid Khan, and more.
Best of the Tests at Seddon Park
Five of the most memorable games of Test cricket played at the venue in Hamilton, New Zealand.
Sarah Taylor, an inspiration
The England wicketkeeper, one of the best in the world, recently retired after a long and illustrious career.
Revisiting Pakistan's Test wins in Australia
As the subcontinental giants get ready for their two-Test series against Australia, we look back at their past successes down under.
Moments from India vs Bangladesh Test history
A look back at important moments from the short history of this subcontinental Test cricket rivalry.
All about centuries in women’s T20Is
In view of Alyssa Healy's record-breaking 148* against Sri Lanka last month, we look at a few facts and figures on centuries in women's T20Is.
Best of the T20Is: Australia v Pakistan
As the ongoing Australia vs Pakistan T20I series draws to a close, we look back at six classic T20I matches between these teams.
October 2019
Rewind to 1996-97: South Africa's first Test series on Indian soil
The first time the Proteas played a Test series in India, it was an exciting affair that went down to the final match.
Who are India’s frontline T20I spinners?
Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal, like Jadeja and Ashwin before them, seem to have fallen out of favour, so who will bowl in 2020 World T20?
Australia's wagging tail a result of their fearless approach
One reason why the Aussies have done well consistently has been the performance of their bowlers with the bat.
September 2019
Jalaj Saxena: stalwart of First Class cricket
The Madhya Pradesh and Kerala all rounder has impressed greatly in domestic cricket and deserves a call up to the national side.
The highest scores on T20I debut
A look at the players who performed brilliantly with the bat on their international T20 debut.
How Broad got the better of Warner in the Ashes
Before the 2019 Ashes Test series in England, David Warner was excellent against Stuart Broad's bowling, but that has changed drastically now.
Time is running out for KL Rahul
The India opener has a technical flaw in his batting made worse by mentality issues, despite being given chances to improve.
Ravindra Jadeja finds his mojo as Test batsman
The spin bowling all-rounder is finally fulfilling his potential, with his batting improving greatly since 2017.
Best of the Ashes at Old Trafford
Looking back at seven exciting and memorable Ashes Tests that took place at the iconic Manchester ground.
Indian princes and Ashes hundreds
In a remarkable coincidence, three members of Indian royal families have each scored a century on their respective Ashes debut.
The 1958/59 Ashes in Australia
A heavily favoured England team toured Australia and met with some unexpected results in this classic Test series.
August 2019
A tribute to Hashim Amla
The legendary Proteas batsman has retired the way he played, with utmost grace, and South Africa cricket is all the poorer for his absence.
Best of the Tests at the P. Sara Oval
From Sri Lanka's first Test win to an Australia vs Pakistan clash, the landmark Colombo stadium has hosted several exciting games.
Revisiting India's Test wins in the Caribbean
India have won only seven away Test matches against the West Indies, but their results have been positive in the recent past.
The best of Dale Steyn
Six of the best performances from the recently-retired Proteas pace ace who took South Africa to great heights in Test cricket.
The first five-wicket haul for each Test nation
Taking five wickets in an innings for the first time is a special landmark for any bowler, and is even more special when it's a first for the country.
India's ODI cricket journey
From nobodies in 1974 to unlikely underdogs in 1983 to disappointed favourites in the 2019 Cricket World Cup, the story of Indian ODIs.
The India-Windies T20 gap since 2016
Ever since the West Indies won the 2016 World T20, their performance has deteriorated, while India's has improved.
The 5 greatest Ashes Tests of the last 50 years
As the 2019 Ashes get underway, we look back at some exciting Ashes Tests from the last 5 decades.
July 2019
Surprise performers of the World Cup
These 6 players stepped up in England and stole the spotlight at the 2019 Cricket World Cup.
The HoldingWilley 2019 Cricket World Cup XI
Choosing the team of the tournament was difficult and a lot of deserving players couldn't make the cut.
A World Cup without Zimbabwe
The 2019 Cricket World Cup in England was a colourful affair, but it was poorer for missing the red of Zimbabwe for the first time in decades.
The last men standing in 2019 Cricket World Cup
An exclusive club of 5 players in the 2019 Cricket World Cup have played in 4 or more World Cups and are due to retire.
June 2019
5 times the Zing bails didn't fall in the 2019 World Cup
The light up bails may be entertaining, but they have failed to move many times in the 2019 Cricket World Cup in England.
The 1979 World Cup: A tournament to forget for the Australians
With the 2019 Cricket World Cup underway in England, a look back at the different priorities for teams in the tournament 40 years ago.
Wahab's love affair with World Cups
Pakistan fast bowler Wahab Riaz has always performed impressively at every Cricket World Cup that he has played in.
Australia vs England at the World Cup
Seven instances from Cricket World Cup history when the Ashes rivals faced off against each other.
2019 World Cup scheduling and the BCCI
The ICC was criticised for scheduling the 2019 Cricket World Cup in England such that India played their first game long after all the other teams.
West Indies: Not the dark horse that was hoped for
The West Indies started the 2019 Cricket World Cup full of promise and threatening upsets, but have not been able to impress since.
Cricketers who have played ODIs for two different teams
A look at the 11 players who have played ODI cricket for two different teams.
New Zealand vs West Indies at the World Cup
Seven matches from Cricket World Cup history where the Black Caps and the Windies clashed.
AB de Villiers is not above the game of cricket
The former South Africa captain's attempt to play in the 2019 Cricket World Cup in England without putting in the hours is selfish and inconsiderate.
South Africa vs West Indies at the World Cup
The Proteas and the Windies have faced each other six times before in the Cricket World Cup. Here is a look back at those clashes.
The best Associate moment from every World Cup so far
Associate nations have produced some of the most memorable moments in past World Cups, which makes it even sadder that there are none at the 2019 World Cup.
May 2019
Taylor & Williamson: The heart of New Zealand
Veteran Ross Taylor and captain Kane Williamson are the two most important batsmen for the Kiwis in the 2019 Cricket World Cup.
The best of Seymour Nurse
In memory of this legend of the West Indies, one of the finest batsmen from Barbados, who passed away recently.
5 stages of being a Proteas fan
It's always tough being a fan of South Africa with a World Cup around the corner.
7 impact players making their World Cup debut
The 2019 Cricket World Cup could be decided by the performances of these exciting young players.
England vs South Africa at the World Cup
Six games from Cricket World Cup history, where the English and the Proteas clashed.
Rewind to 1998: When coloured-clothing ODIs came to England
England was one of the last countries to host 50-over ODI cricket played in coloured clothing.
MS Dhoni is a step ahead of us all
The former Indian captain took losing the 2019 IPL with good grace, and will use his invaluable experience to try and win another World Cup for India.
Ishant Sharma's fairy tale IPL return
The Indian fast bowler made some adjustments to his game and showed just what he could do in the 2019 Indian Premier League.
The importance of wrist spinners in limited overs cricket
From the IPL to the Cricket World Cup, right and left arm wrist spinners are vital to teams from around the world.
12 significant stats from IPL history
After the end of IPL 2019, the 12th edition of the tournament, we look at some of the stats and numbers from its history.
The ageless wonder that is Harbhajan Singh
Defying his age, Bhajji spun rings around batsmen as part of Chennai Super Kings' powerful spin attack in IPL 2019.
A review of RCB in IPL 2019
The Wooden Spoon holders, Royal Challengers Bangalore, recovered from a bad start to the season, but could never do enough.
Riyan Parag: In the right place at the right time
The teenager from Assam has impressed in IPL 2019 with his performances for the Rajasthan Royals.
Pakistan’s past ODI battles at The Oval
Looking back at ten One Day International cricket matches that Pakistan has played at the Oval, in London.
Barramundis regain ODI status with an incredible turnaround
The Papua New Guinea men's cricket team complete a remarkable feat at the World Cricket League.
Mankading: An unending debate
The most controversial incident in IPL 2019 brought back a debate that has been going on for more than a century.
April 2019
Warner & Bairstow: Cricket's new bromance
Australia's David Warner and England's Jonny Bairstow have hit it off at Sunrisers Hyderabad in the latest season of the IPL.
A lowdown on the ICC World Cricket League Division Two
Six teams will battle it out to win the coveted ODI status and aim for better paths to future Cricket World Cups.
The best bowling figures in T20 matches
After a record-breaking bowling performance in a recent IPL match, we look at the best bowling in T20 cricket.
A look back at every tied match in the IPL
Eight exciting games from the Indian Premier League that ended with a Super Over.
The most thrilling games in IPL history
5 memorable and exciting games from the previous 11 editions of the Indian Premier League.
March 2019
The return of Smith and Warner
Steven Smith and David Warner return to the 2019 Indian Premier League as an audition for the Cricket World Cup later in the year.
David Warner: The bull returns
After a year in exile, David Warner returned to IPL 2019 for Sunrisers Hyderabad and is competing for a place in Australia's World Cup squad.
6 uncapped players to watch out for in IPL 2019
The 12th season of the Indian Premier League will witness a new crop of uncapped players whose performances will be eagerly anticipated.
Usman Khawaja should open for Australia at the World Cup
With the 2019 Cricket World Cup in England looming, Australia should back their best-performing batsman in the year so far.
Umesh Yadav should be picked ahead of Khaleel Ahmed
For the upcoming 2019 Cricket World Cup in England, the experienced Vidarbha pacer can offer more to India than the youngster.
Breakout stars of the 2018-19 Ranji Trophy
7 players who played brilliantly in the recent Ranji Trophy season and no doubt caught the attention of India's selectors.
Afghanistan and Ireland aim for a maiden Test victory
The two newest entrants to the Test cricket club face each other, and both of them are gunning for a win.
Dhawan regains form at the right time
With the century against Australia, Shikhar Dhawan justified his place in India's squad for the 2019 Cricket World Cup.
A second chance for Vijay Shankar
To book a spot in India's 2019 Cricket World Cup team, the Tamil Nadu all-rounder needs to prove his worth in the series against Australia.
The biggest differences between a team's successive ODI totals
5 instances from ODI cricket where teams have scored at wildly different levels in consecutive matches.
Best of the ODIs at Kingsmead
6 of the most exciting ODI cricket matches played at the iconic ground in Durban, South Africa.
Japan's tryst with ODI cricket
Despite not being a country most would associate with cricket, Japan has attempted to qualify for more than one World Cup.
Best of the Tests at the Basin Reserve
New Zealand's capital boasts a rich cricketing history, and has seen several Test records get broken.
World Cup worries for India
India need to resolve these issues in their ODI side ahead of the 2019 Cricket World Cup.
February 2019
The best last-wicket stands in one wicket wins
5 of the most exciting 10th wicket partnerships that won Test matches for their team.
The highest T20 partnership for each wicket
Batsmen from both India and Afghanistan have broken partnership records in the shortest format of cricket recently.
Shubman Gill could be India's X-factor
Shubman Gill deserves a shot at playing in the 2019 Cricket World Cup despite his less than impressive debut series in New Zealand.
The lowest totals in List A history
The List A game has seen plenty of low-scoring matches. Here are ten totals of 35 or less.
The rise of Smriti Mandhana
The new superstar of Indian cricket, the opener of the women's team has improved greatly since her impressive debut.
Best of the ODIs: Bangladesh vs New Zealand
Six thrilling games of ODI cricket from the history between the Tigers and the Black Caps.
Angelo Perera's incredible feat, and the man who achieved it first
Only two men in the history of first-class cricket have completed this extraordinary feat of batting brilliance.
How IPL teams performed in the auction
Rating the player acquisitions by the 8 franchises ahead of the 12th edition of the Indian Premier League in 2019.
5 controversial umpiring decisions
No umpire is perfect, but some of their disputed decisions can have a long lasting effect on cricket.
The return of fast bowling all-rounders
After a lull, there are suddenly a lot of players who can bat well and bowl fast in international cricket.
An interview with Tatenda Taibu
The Zimbabwe legend speaks to us being the youngest Test captain, playing cricket with the greats and his time as a coach.
An interview with Prayas Ray Barman of RCB
We speak to the 16-year-old mystery spinner who Royal Challengers Bangalore picked up for Rs.1.5 crore at the 2019 IPL auction.
The first centurion for each ODI nation
From England to Nepal, discover the first man to score a hundred in ODI cricket for every country.
Mithali Raj: 200 ODIs and beyond
India's greatest representative in women's cricket is still going strong, almost 20 years after she started playing.
January 2019
Unbelievable reasons for delayed games
Instances of cricket matches being stopped, paused, delayed or halted for unusual and absurd reasons.
Revisiting Sri Lanka's Test travails in Australia
Sri Lanka have a history of having trouble playing Test cricket in Australia, and are still looking for their first win.
A look back at Pakistan’s first ODI series in South Africa
The first time Pakistan played the Proteas in South Africa was in a triangular series the year after their World Cup win.
Dinesh Karthik: India's new finisher
Dinesh Karthik's role in the India ODI cricket team is no longer shrouded in mystery ahead of the 2019 Cricket World Cup.
Best of the Tests: England in the West Indies
Six important Test matches from the history of the Wisden Trophy in the Caribbean.
Best of the ODIs: India in New Zealand
5 thrilling 50-over matches where India faced the Antipodean islanders in New Zealand.
5 batsmen who disappointed in 2018
These five talented wielders of the willow will be hoping to score more runs in 2019.
An Interview with Sachin Baby
Kerala captain Sachin Baby is confident of making history and reaching the finals of the 2018/19 Ranji Trophy.
The ODI XI of 2018
India dominate the ODI team of the year, with players from England, South Africa, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Zimbabwe getting a look in.
Five moments to remember from ODI cricket in 2018
2018 was an eventful year for ODI cricket, full of great performances, close finishes and lots of excitement.
Five moments to remember from Test cricket in 2018
From ending droughts to welcoming new countries into the Test cricket club, 2018 was an eventful year for the longest format.
Lyon vs Ashwin: Who has been better?
The rivalry between Australia's Nathan Lyon and India's Ravichandran Ashwin, both great off-spinners, has been very entertaining.
Best of the ODIs: India in Australia
5 exciting 50-over matches where India faced the Aussies in Australia.
The evolution of Bumrah the Test bowler
Once considered a T20 and ODI specialist, the Indian fast bowler has made his mark in Test cricket as well.
Mayank Agarwal changed the course of the series
The Karnataka opening batsman made a significant difference and helped India win the Test series in Australia.
Eight VVS Laxman classics vs Australia
No player enjoyed facing Australia in Test cricket as much as this Very Very Special batsman.
Pujara vs Dravid: A statistical overview
Cheteshwar Pujara is not far from Rahul Dravid, according to their numbers in Test cricket, though he has some way to go.
Pujara's role in India's away wins
The in form Cheteshwar Pujara played a key role in India's Test victories against South Africa, England and Australia in 2018.
Five moments to remember from women's cricket in 2018
2018 was an exceptional year for women's cricket, full of new firsts and broken records.
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Manjrekar gets bounced!
The BCCI removes Sanjay Manjrekar from the commentators' panel.