WorldSBK Phillip Island Test: ‘Racing is different, they will push!’ - Bautista
Alvaro Bautista’s WorldSBK title defence got off to a strong start after the Aruba.it Ducati rider topped pre-season testing at Phillip Island.
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WorldSBK Phillip Island Test: ‘Bautista’s in a different league’ - Rea
Kawasaki’s Jonathan Rea is predicting another tough battle as WorldSBK gears up for the 2023 season opener at Phillip Island.
"He Can't Speak...": Pace Great's Strange Reasoning On Babar Azam Not Becoming 'Biggest Brand' In Pakistan
Pakistan skipper Babar Azam is arguably one of the finest cricketers in the world. In 95 ODI matches so far, Babar has smashed 4813 runs, laced with 17 centuries and 24 half-centuries. He even led Pakistan to the finals of 2022 Asia Cup and the T20 World Cup in the same year, where his side ended as the runners-up in both the events. However, the 28-year-old batter often gets trolled for his poor command over the English language as he fumbles during press conferences. Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar also criticised Babar for his poor communication skills.
"After Making A Vile Video...": Venkatesh Prasad Lambasts Ex India Opener For Calling Him "Agenda Peddle" Against KL Rahul
The issue of KL Rahul and his continued place in the India playing XI despite a string of poor scores is becoming a serious topic now. Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad has been quite vocal on social media regarding Rahul getting a long rope. Former India opener Aakash Chopra, meanwhile, did a YouTube video on KL Rahul. Towards the end of the video, Chopra urged Prasad to stay calm and not peddle 'agendas' if there are any or highlight stats that suit his thoughts.
WorldSBK Phillip Island Test: Sykes ‘lacking speed but focused on results’
Tom Sykes’ return to WorldSBK drew closer on Tuesday as pre-season testing concluded at Philip Island ahead of 2023’s opening round.
"Hasn't Had The Impact...": Australia Coach On Steve Smith's Form Against India
Batting coach Michael Di Venuto on Tuesday said Australia committed a blunder by trying to push the scoring rate in the second Test, which the visitors lost to India by six wickets. Di Venuto said Australia's batting plans were working well till a dramatic collapse saw them lose eight wickets for 28 runs. Steve Smith's dismissal to the sweep shot triggered the collapse as Australia were all out for 113 in 31.1 overs, giving India just 115 runs to win the Test, which the home side did in 26.4 overs to go 2-0 up and retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
"Rahul Dravid And Think Tank Has...": Ex India Pacer On Why KL Rahul Is Getting "Extended Run"
KL Rahul's string of low scores is creating more noise than ever. The India opener failed to score big in the first Two Tests against Australia. Though he has been retained for the third and fourth Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the pressure on Rahul is intense. Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad has been very vocal about Rahul being given a long rope despite repeated failures. Now, another former India pacer Dodda Ganesh, has given a logic on why Rahul is getting repeated chances.
IND vs AUS: Cheteshwar Pujara on the verge of joining Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid in elite club
Cheteshwar Pujara sealed the deal for India in style, chipping spinner Todd Murphy over deep mid-wicket for a boundary to help India retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy. Pujara, who was playing his 100th Test match, helped India beat Australia by 6 wickets in the Delhi Test and take a 2-0 lead in the four-match series.Pujara, who scored 31 runs in Delhi Test, is set to join an elite club that has three India batting legends - Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman, and Rahul Dravid.