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"Without Him, All Well-Laid Plans Will Fall Apart": Aakash Chopra On India Star

Former India batter Aakash Chopra spoke about Hardik Pandya as being one player India cannot replace as he brings the balance that the team needs, with his abilities with both bat and ball. Chopra spoke about the need to be careful with how India use Hardik, to ensure he does not injure himself. Hardik has been in terrific form since IPL 2022, where he led Gujarat Titans to the title on debut, and his return to the Indian team. He has started to bowl regularly again, and has on occasion, bowled his full quota of four overs in matches.

Babar Azam Gives Injury Update On India's Big Threat Shaheen Afridi Ahead Of Asia Cup

India are slated to taken on Pakistan in the Asia Cup on 28th August and the biggest threat for the star-studded Indian batting line-up will once again be the left-handed paceman Shaheen Shah Afridi. It was Afridi, who dented India's chances in last year's T20 World Cup clash between the arch rivals as he dismissed openers Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul during a fiery spell.

Arjun Tendulkar leaves Mumbai to play for Goa

Sachin Tendulkar’s son Arjun has parted ways with Mumbai due to lack of game time. The left-arm pacer, who played 2 T20s (against Haryana and Puducherry) in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in January last year, will play for Mumbai’s southwestern neighbours Goa in the next domestic season. The left-arm pacer applied for a No Objection Certificate (NoC) from the Mumbai Cricket Association.

"Hum Budhe Ho Gaye Hai?" Babar Azam's Hilarious Response To Journalist Asking Him On Giving Up One Format. Watch

Babar Azam has been hailed in recent times as one of the best batters of the modern era. The Pakistan cricket team captain is currently the NO. 1 ODI and T20I batter in ICC rankings. In Tests, Azam is No. 3 in ICC charts. He is the only batter to be in top three in all the three formats. Recently, Sri Lanka great Mahela Jayawardene, on the latest episode of The ICC Review, backed the Pakistan star to dethrone Joe Root from the top spot in Tests. "I would say Babar Azam has an opportunity. He's been consistent in all three formats and it shows in his rankings. He's a naturally gifted player, plays in all conditions, he's got the game to adapt as well," Jayawardene said.

"Might Be the Guy": Jayawardene Thinks Pakistan Star Can Dethrone Root As Top Test Batter

Sri Lanka legend Mahela Jayawardene has picked Pakistan captain Babar Azam as the cricketer who, he believes, can dethrone England's Joe Root as top Test batter. Root has been ruling the roost at the top of the Test rankings since June, with the Englishman enjoying a fine World Test Championship, and in a rich vein of form under new coach Brendon McCullum.

Arjun Tendulkar seeks NoC from Mumbai, likely to play for Goa next season

Sachin Tendulkar's son Arjun is all set to leave Mumbai and in all likelihood will ply his trade for south-western neighbours Goa in the next domestic season. The 22-year-old left-arm pacer, who has also been a part of IPL franchise Mumbai Indians, have played two games for Mumbai, during the 2020-21 edition of Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy against Haryana and Puducherry respectively. It has been learnt that Tendulkar junior has already applied for No Objection Certificate (NoC) from his home association MCA.

On This Day In 2005, Australian Spin Maestro Shane Warne Became First Bowler To Take 600 Test Wickets

On this day in 2005, late Australian spin maestro Shane Warne became the first bowler in the history of the game to take 600 wickets in Test cricket. The legendary bowler accomplished this feat during the third Test of the Ashes series against Australia at Old Trafford in Manchester in August 2005. The dismissal occurred in the 42nd over of England's first innings. English opener Marcus Trescothick was batting on 63 when the fifth ball of the over outsmarted him.

Australia Cricketers Donate Prize Money From Tour To Sri Lankan Children

Australia's cricket stars have donated prize money from their recent Sri Lanka tour to help the crisis-hit nation's children, officials said on Thursday. Cricket Australia said US$30,000 would be donated as a gesture of support, after the men's squad witnessed long fuel queues and political demonstrations during the mid-year tour. Soaring inflation and widespread fuel shortages have made life tough for millions of Sri Lankans. The United Nations has declared a humanitarian crisis and widespread protests led to the ouster of the country's president and prime minister.

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"Without Him, All Well-Laid Plans Will Fall Apart": Aakash Chopra On India Star

Babar Azam Gives Injury Update On India's Big Threat Shaheen Afridi Ahead Of Asia Cup

Arjun Tendulkar leaves Mumbai to play for Goa

"Hum Budhe Ho Gaye Hai?" Babar Azam's Hilarious Response To Journalist Asking Him On Giving Up One Format. Watch

"Might Be the Guy": Jayawardene Thinks Pakistan Star Can Dethrone Root As Top Test Batter

Arjun Tendulkar seeks NoC from Mumbai, likely to play for Goa next season

On This Day In 2005, Australian Spin Maestro Shane Warne Became First Bowler To Take 600 Test Wickets

Australia Cricketers Donate Prize Money From Tour To Sri Lankan Children