The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced the induction of Inzamam-ul-Haq, Misbah-ul-Haq, Mushtaq Mohammad and Saeed Anwar into the PCB Hall of Fame, honouring their significant contributions to Pakistan cricket.
Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin praised Rishabh Pant for having one of the best defences in world cricket, despite his poor shot-selection during the Border Gavaskar Trophy. Ashwin highlighted Pant's ability to avoid getting out while defending. Pant's performances during the Australia tour were inconsistent. He scored 255 runs in the series.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape face MI Cape Town in the SA20 Season 3 opener at St George’s Park, with a sold-out crowd expected. Key players include Ottneil Baartman, Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram, and Tristan Stubbs for the Sunrisers, while MI Cape Town's squad features Trent Boult, Kagiso Rabada, and Reeza Hendricks. The match promises high energy and entertainment.
Jasprit Bumrah's outstanding performance during India's tour of Australia has earned him high praise, with former Australian captain Michael Clarke calling him the best fast bowler across all three formats. Despite his impressive showing, including three five-wicket hauls, Bumrah's absence due to back spasms in the final Test contributed to India's series loss.
Former cricketer Sanjay Bangar has suggested India's spin-bowling lineup for the T20I series against England, with Kuldeep Yadav as the top choice if fit. Varun Chakaravarthy is recommended as backup, and Axar Patel is favored for the spin all-rounder role due to his ability to bowl in the powerplay.
Sunil Gavaskar emphasizes the need to give emerging domestic pacers a fair chance to prevent overburdening Jasprit Bumrah. He praises the selection committee, especially for recognizing talent like Nitish Kumar Reddy. Gavaskar underlines the importance of honest self-assessment and good selections to build a strong, balanced bowling attack capable of winning in any conditions.
Cameron Norrie avoided disqualification after accidentally hitting a spectator with his racket during an ATP Tour tournament in Auckland. The uninjured woman laughed off the incident as Norrie apologised. The Briton, who was born in Auckland, went on to lose the match. As per rules, he could have been disqualified.
Rohit Sharma's childhood coach, Dinesh Lad, suggests that the Indian skipper plays domestic cricket to prepare for Test matches after a disappointing performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Rohit struggled to score runs and faced criticism for his leadership. Focusing on winning the World Test Championship and ODI World Cup, Lad advises more domestic play.
Former Australian pacer Mitchell Johnson criticised Team India for using ineffective intimidation tactics against Australia's debutant players in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Johnson said the attempts to unnerve the rookies failed as two of them performed well in Australia's 3-1 series win. He emphasised the need for experienced players to guide newcomers in handling high-pressure situations.
Sunil Gavaskar criticizes the Indian coaching staff for the team's 1-3 series defeat against Australia. He questions their contribution to improving batting and queries their preparedness for upcoming challenges. The critique comes after Australia reclaimed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and secured a World Test Championship final spot by winning in Sydney.
Pat Cummins led Australia to a significant victory over India, securing the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time since 2014-15. Cummins praised his team's efforts, highlighting their strong bond and collective dedication. Australia will face South Africa in the World Test Championship final at Lord's in June.
India pacer Prasidh Krishna provided a major update on Jasprit Bumrah's condition after he left the field with a back spasm during the fifth Test match against Australia. Bumrah underwent scans, and the medical team is monitoring his progress. Krishna also excelled, taking three crucial wickets, contributing significantly to India's strong bowling performance.
Rishabh Pant dazzled the Sydney Cricket Ground with a fiery 61 off 33 balls, smashing six fours and four sixes, becoming the fastest visiting batter to reach a Test fifty in Australia. Sachin Tendulkar praised Pant's impactful innings, which helped India reach 141/6 with a 145-run lead. Scott Boland excelled for Australia with four wickets.
Sunil Gavaskar criticised the lack of complaints from former Indian players about the green pitch at the Sydney Cricket Ground, contrasting it with the usual uproar over spin-friendly pitches in India. On Day 1, India struggled against Australia’s bowling, with Rishabh Pant showing resilience despite multiple blows, highlighting the tough batting conditions.
India's hopes of winning the final Test at the SCG are fading after being bowled out for 185. Stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah's decision to bat first on a green pitch backfired. Australia's Scott Boland and Mitchell Starc took crucial wickets, exposing India's batting weaknesses. Despite some resistance, India struggled and collapsed under pressure.
Rishabh Pant has struggled in the current Australia tour, with just 154 runs in seven innings, and has faced criticism for poor shot selection. Sydney offers a final chance for redemption. Pant has a strong track record at Sydney Cricket Ground, where he previously scored 292 runs in three innings. India needs a win to level the series and retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy.
Ravi Shastri suggested that Rohit Sharma may consider retiring from Test cricket and urges him to play his natural attacking game in the upcoming match in Sydney. Shastri highlighted that Rohit's recent form has been affected, and a decision on his future might come after the final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia.
Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey defended the third umpire's decision to dismiss Indian batter Yashasvi Jaiswal on Day 5 of the Melbourne Test, stating the visual evidence was clear despite inconsistencies with the Snickometer. Jaiswal's wicket was crucial as Australia's 184-run win over India ended India's chances for the WTC Final, leading to heated debates.
Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni expresses satisfaction with his decision to retire from international cricket and enjoys his post-cricket life filled with friends, motorcycle rides, and family time. Although his international career ended in 2019, he continues to impact the IPL, leading Chennai Super Kings. Dhoni remains content with his career accomplishments.
India and Australia prepare for the decisive fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Sydney Cricket Ground, with pitch curator Adam Lewis providing an update on the track's condition. Currently, Australia leads the series 2-1, and India must win the Sydney Test to draw level and retain the trophy.