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Aayush Puthran
Mon, April 20 2015
Kieron Pollard, it’s not cricket!
Sourav Ganguly was as excited while scoring his maiden Test century at Lord’s on his debut as Virat Kohli was with his ton at Adelaide. What differed were not their emotions, but their expressions.
Fri, April 10 2015
Richie Benaud’s death: Cricket has lost an important link with the pristine past
For long the action in Australia wouldn't start without the co-commentator greeting Benaud, who in return would appreciate the weather like only he could. Be it on television of video games, Benaud's commentary completed cricket.
Thu, February 26 2015
Afghanistan cricket: Warriors and folk-heroes who gave their nation an identity beyond clichéd perceptions
In a span of next three years, Afghanistan defeated some of the biggest associate cricketing nations to qualify for the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup.
Fri, February 13 2015
“Misbah bhaijaan pe bharosa rakho! India ko phir se wahi jeetayega”
For long I kept getting dejected at the sight of television showrooms. People don’t flood them any longer during cricket matches. The frequency of ‘Bhaisaab, score kya hai?’ has also come down.
Thu, February 26 2015
‘Mumbai Maidan cricket has lost its charm’
While continuing his work, Laluram pricks his hand by mistake with one of his old tools.
Tue, December 10 2013
Where is the spirit of the game, gentlemen?
The events that unfolded have put to question where the game of cricket is really heading.
Sun, December 08 2013
South Africa vs India 2013: Criticism against Indian batsmen is harsh and unfair
Why the criticism India is facing after just one defeat in South Africa is unjustified.
Sat, December 07 2013
India vs South Africa 2013-14: MS Dhoni’s batting position conundrum
Dhoni's ability to keep the scoreboard moving will also ensure that the team is not strangled for runs.
Thu, December 05 2013
India tour of South Africa 2013-14: Virat Kohli needs to play anchor’s role
Shrouds of uncertainty and fear are bound to linger in spaces unknown, where the conditions are alien. There has been little wrong as far as India’s performance is concerned over the last few months. They conquered the world battle at the ICC Champions Trophy 2013, registered series victories in West Indies and Zimbabwe; and the rest, to put it in mild terms, demolished oppositions at home. Yet as they play on the African shores, there seems a certain sense of apprehension. Despite being ranked number one in One-Day Internationals (ODI), they won’t really walk into the series as favourites.
Thu, December 05 2013
Virat Kohli exclusion from ICC ODI XI may have shocked cricket fans but stats speak otherwise
Stats can be a cruel indicator to assess performances. When the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced its Test and One-Day International (ODI) teams of the year, there were a few surprising decisions. The exclusion of Virat Kohli from the ODI team and the inclusion of Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the Test team raised a few eyebrows.