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ENG vs IND: Dilip Vengsarkar Says He’d Advise Virat Kohli to Retire After England Tour
Virat Kohli stunned the cricketing world when he unexpectedly announced his retirement from Test cricket midway through the Indian Premier League. The news broke on May 12, when the Delhi batsman took to social media to reveal that he was bidding farewell to his favourite format. The timing caught everyone off guard, especially since the announcement came just days after Rohit Sharma revealed his own retirement from the longest format. Kohli’s decision meant that India would embark on the highly anticipated England tour without one of their most experienced and dependable batters in challenging overseas conditions. The responsibility of leading the team in England fell to young Punjab batsman Shubman Gill, who, despite his relative inexperience, stepped up impressively both as captain and batsman. Under Gill’s leadership, India fought hard and managed to draw the five-match Test series 2-2 against Ben Stokes and his spirited England side. While the result was commendable, many experts believe that Kohli’s presence could have tilted the balance in India’s favour.
By laradecruz6 months ago in Cleats
‘Hopefully we will do that…’: Captain Harmanpreet Kaur on Women’s ODI World Cup
Indian cricket veteran Harmanpreet Kaur is placing her faith in the team’s recent form, collective confidence, and new preparation strategies to overcome hurdles and finally clinch India’s first-ever Women’s World Cup title as the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 approaches rapidly. Scheduled to take place from September 30 to November 2 across India and Sri Lanka, this prestigious tournament presents an unparalleled opportunity for the Indian women’s cricket team to break their long-standing title drought.
By laradecruz6 months ago in Cleats
WF vs MO Match Prediction by E2bet, 12th T20 Match Details – Who will win the match today?
The upcoming 12th T20 match features a contest between Welsh Fire vs Manchester Originals. Both teams have been putting in solid efforts this season, but Manchester Originals seem to hold a slight edge heading into this clash. Welsh Fire will have to raise their game considerably to challenge the Originals, who have shown more consistency recently. This match promises to be exciting, with both sides eager to grab important points.
By Sports Record and Stats 6 months ago in Cleats
Top 10 Most Heated Player Face-Offs in Cricket History
Cricket may be called the gentleman’s game, but over the years, it has witnessed some fiery moments where tempers flared and players clashed on the field. From verbal duels to intense face-to-face confrontations, these incidents have become unforgettable parts of cricket history. In this article, we count down the Top 10 Most Heated Player Face-Offs in Cricket, where emotions ran high, and the game turned into a battle of pride.
By shadow A K6 months ago in Cleats
IPL Tops, PSL Second: BBC and Cricviz Release Best Franchise T20 Leagues
Since the introduction of the T20 format, franchise-based cricket tournaments have dramatically transformed the cricketing landscape across the globe. Almost every Test-playing nation, alongside several emerging cricket countries, now hosts franchise leagues that attract top talent, fans, and significant commercial interest. Among these, some tournaments have risen to become iconic, setting benchmarks in quality, viewership, and entertainment. Recently, BBC and Cricviz conducted a comprehensive survey to identify and rank the best franchise cricket tournaments worldwide. This list, eagerly awaited by fans and stakeholders, sheds light on the current status of franchise cricket globally and also highlights where some traditional leagues stand today.
By laradecruz6 months ago in Cleats
India is missing a player like Hardik Pandya in Test cricket: Craig McMillan
New Zealand women’s team head coach Craig McMillan has expressed his view that the Indian men’s Test cricket team is missing a crucial element — a seam-bowling all-rounder like Hardik Pandya — especially in overseas conditions where such a player can provide the extra balance needed to win tough matches. In the recently concluded series against England, India tried to fill this gap by giving opportunities to players like Shardul Thakur and Nitish Kumar Reddy. However, both failed to deliver consistently, leaving the team short of options in that role. McMillan pointed out that while India has some of the world’s best spin-bowling all-rounders, the absence of a pace-bowling all-rounder is glaring, particularly when playing in countries where pitches favor seam and swing.
By laradecruz6 months ago in Cleats
Top 10 Players with the Most Sixes in a T20I Innings: Unstoppable Power
List of Top 10 Players with the Most Sixes in a T20I Innings 10. Sacha De Alwis – Cayman Islands Sacha De Alwis made history on 14 December 2024, playing for the Cayman Islands against Brazil. His innings was a perfect display of power-hitting, where he dominated bowlers with sheer confidence. Scoring an unbeaten 150 runs, he cleared the boundary 13 times with massive sixes, making the opposition helpless. This performance earned him a place among the Players with the Most Sixes in a T20I Innings and showed that associate nations can produce world-class entertainers.
By Boundary Lines6 months ago in Cleats
Nepal’s ongoing struggle against North Korea in women’s youth football
Nepal’s women’s youth football teams have faced North Korea several times in recent history, and the results have repeatedly shown a wide gap in quality and experience. Most notably, Nepal suffered a humiliating 19-0 loss to North Korea in the 2004 AFC U-19 Women’s Asian Championship — a scoreline that remains one of the heaviest defeats in Nepal’s football history. Twenty years later, Nepal again faced North Korea in the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers and endured a crushing 11-0 defeat, highlighting that the gap between the two nations in women’s football remains large and challenging to overcome.
By Yukesh Rajbanshi6 months ago in Cleats
Top 10 Hottest Women Cricketers in 2025
In the dynamic world of women's cricket, talent and charm often go hand in hand, creating icons who inspire fans both on and off the field. The Hottest Women Cricketers in 2025 list celebrates not just outstanding performances with bat and ball, but also the elegance, confidence, and personality these players bring to the sport. From seasoned legends to modern stars, the Hottest Women Cricketers in 2025 are admired for their athletic skill, leadership, and style, making them true ambassadors of the game. This ranking of the Hottest Women Cricketers in 2025 takes you through ten remarkable women whose impact extends beyond boundaries literally and figuratively.
By Sports Record and Stats 6 months ago in Cleats
Top 10 Players with Most Five Wicket Hauls for India in Test Cricket
Taking five wickets in a single innings is one of the most prestigious milestones for any bowler in Test cricket. Achieving this feat shows the bowler's ability to dominate the batsmen and influence the outcome of the match dramatically. India has been fortunate to have several bowlers who have excelled in this area, earning the Most Five Wicket Hauls for India in Test Cricket across different eras.
By Sports Record and Stats 6 months ago in Cleats
Top 10 Players with Most Hundreds for Bangladesh in ODIs
Scoring a century in One Day Internationals (ODIs) is a significant achievement that demonstrates a batsman's skill, concentration, and ability to perform under pressure. Bangladesh has developed several outstanding players who have managed to score big hundreds, contributing to the growth and competitiveness of Bangladesh cricket.
By Sports Record and Stats 6 months ago in Cleats
AUS vs SA Match Prediction by E2bet, 2nd T20I Match Details – Who will win the match today?
The cricketing rivalry between Australia vs South Africa continues as the two teams meet again for the 2nd T20I in Darwin. Both sides have a rich history of competitive cricket, but recent trends show a clear upper hand for the Australians. The first game of the series was a reminder of just how powerful Australia can be in this format, and South Africa will be under pressure to bounce back.
By Sports Record and Stats 6 months ago in Cleats
