Former KKR player Manvinder Bisla has strongly defended head coach Gautam Gambhir against allegations of favouritism in Harshit Rana’s selection, calling the criticism baseless and highlighting Rana’s standout performance against Australia.
Cricket legend Ian Botham has slammed England’s minimal warm-up schedule ahead of the Ashes, while batting coach Marcus Trescothick argues it’s the unavoidable reality of the modern game.
Once a Ranji Trophy powerhouse, Delhi cricket is now reeling from on-field humiliation and off-field chaos—marked by administrative infighting, a coach in crisis, and a shocking loss to Jammu & Kashmir.
As India hosts South Africa for the opening Test at Eden Gardens, all eyes are on the pitch—and whether reverse swing, not spin, could be the unexpected X-factor. Despite expectations of a turning track, experts suggest the older ball and Kolkata’s humid conditions might unlock reverse swing early, forcing both teams to rethink their traditional game plans.
India’s new head coach Gautam Gambhir has unveiled a radical shift in T20 philosophy—prioritizing match-winning impact over traditional stats like averages and strike rates. In a bold declaration, Gambhir emphasized flexibility, fearless batting beyond the openers, and a results-driven mindset that refuses to glorify series losses, even in the name of ‘experimentation.’
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has acknowledged Dhruv Jurel’s strong domestic form but highlighted the tough competition for a spot in India’s established Test middle order. With the No. 3 position under scrutiny ahead of the South Africa series, Jurel’s case has sparked debate—but Ganguly’s cautious “playing well, but…” remark suggests the road to a Test cap remains steep.