Despite scoring a century and averaging 37 in his first six Tests, Sarfaraz Khan has been left out of India’s squad for the crucial Guwahati Test. Former opener Aakash Chopra argues the young batter is being judged by perception—not performance—and wasn’t even given room to fail.
Fresh off a demoralizing loss in Kolkata, Rishabh Pant has posted a serene yet powerful message on social media, showcasing unity with Team India ahead of the make-or-break second Test in Guwahati. With whispers about his leadership growing louder, Pant’s quiet confidence could be exactly what the team needs.
As Australia gears up for the Ashes opener, stand-in captain Steve Smith has singled out one England player as the biggest threat to their campaign—and it’s someone whose aggression can shift the game in an instant. With debutants Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett also in the mix, the stage is set for a fiery contest.
Fresh off India’s historic T20 World Cup triumph, star batter Smriti Mandhana has officially announced her engagement to music composer Palash Muchhal—in the most joyful way possible: a viral dance video with her teammates that’s melting hearts across the cricketing world.
Just days before the crucial second Test in Guwahati, South Africa’s bowling coach Piet Botha has raised eyebrows with his comments on the pitch’s grass cover. With Kagiso Rabada’s fitness in the balance and memories of Kolkata’s unpredictable surface fresh, the stage is set for another high-stakes pitch debate.
In a bold declaration that’s reigniting global cricket debates, Ricky Ponting has crowned Steve Smith—not Sachin, Kohli, Lara, or Root—as the greatest No. 4 batter in Test cricket history. Here’s the full breakdown of his reasoning and the stats that back it up.