Author: Waqar Anwar
South Africa Tightens Its Hold on Sri Lanka South Africa took a firm grip on the Test match against Sri Lanka on Day 3 at St. George’s Park, thanks to standout performances from Dane Paterson, Temba Bavuma, and Tristan Stubbs. Sri Lanka now trails by 221 runs after losing their last six wickets for just 67 runs. Paterson’s first Test five-wicket haul, a fluent half-century from Aiden Markram, and an unbeaten 82-run stand between Bavuma and Stubbs have put South Africa in control of the match. With the pitch expected to deteriorate on Day 4, Keshav Maharaj could play a…
On-field altercations are nothing new in the intense world of Test cricket, especially during high-stakes series like India vs Australia. The recent face-off between India’s fast bowler Mohammed Siraj and Australian batter Travis Head during the Adelaide Test has been making headlines. Here’s a breakdown of what actually happened and how the players, captains, and cricketing world reacted. What Happened Between Siraj and Head? The incident took place on Day 2 of the Adelaide Test. It all started when Travis Head smashed Siraj for a six. On the very next ball, Siraj dismissed Head for 140 runs, triggering a passionate…
India’s Test cricket journey has hit a rough patch, especially with their batting. In their last five Tests, India has failed to cross the 200-run mark on four occasions. The most recent struggle came in Adelaide, where India scored just 180 runs. This adds to the disappointing scores of 150 in Perth, 156 in Pune, and 46 in Bengaluru. Captain Rohit Sharma acknowledged the problem but offered context. He explained that India deliberately created challenging pitches at home to improve their game, but he admitted that the batters still needed to step up. He also emphasized the importance of first-innings…
Verreynne’s Quickfire Century Lifts South Africa South African wicketkeeper-batsman Kyle Verreynne delivered a memorable performance, smashing a sensational century at St George’s Park. With South Africa down to their last wicket, Verreynne showed remarkable composure and aggression to notch his first Test hundred on home soil. He faced a challenging situation with Sri Lanka’s bowlers extracting late movement and bounce. Verreynne, needing 19 more runs to reach his century, launched a calculated attack. He danced down the pitch to Prabath Jayasuriya and sent the ball sailing over the covers for six. With only four balls left in the over, Verreynne…
A Victory Against the Odds Bangladesh pulled off a remarkable victory in Jamaica, breaking a 15-year drought for a Test win in the West Indies. What makes this win even more special is that it came without the “Big Five” of Bangladesh cricket — Shakib Al Hasan, Tamim Iqbal, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah, and Mashrafe Mortaza. Instead, it was a new generation of cricketers who stood up and took responsibility. This win not only lifted Bangladesh’s spirits but also showed the world that the team could survive and thrive beyond its legendary stars. The Early Struggles On Day 3, Bangladesh’s batting…
Introduction Pathum Nissanka has always been a name to watch in Sri Lankan cricket. From his early days as a promising first-class player to his meteoric rise as a white-ball sensation, Nissanka’s journey has been nothing short of remarkable. Now, cricket enthusiasts are witnessing “Pathum Nissanka 2.0” — a more mature, disciplined, and slightly greedy version of himself on the field. But this greed isn’t negative. It’s the hunger for greatness that drives him to push beyond his limits. Early Days of Nissanka – The “Good Boy” Era Before Pathum Nissanka became a headline-grabber in cricket, he was a 22-year-old…
County Players Threaten Boycott of The Hundred 2025 Over NOC Policy Dispute The cricket world is facing turbulence as a group of English county players have raised the possibility of boycotting The Hundred 2025. This bold move is being considered as a response to the England and Wales Cricket Board’s (ECB) new No-Objection Certificate (NOC) policy, which limits player participation in overseas leagues. While discussions about the potential boycott are ongoing, it has been reported that players are treating this as a “nuclear option” in their efforts to push for changes to the policy. Players have reportedly engaged with agents…
Australia to Play Three Tests During 2025 Tour of West Indies Cricket fans have something exciting to look forward to as Australia is set to tour the West Indies in 2025 for a three-Test series. The decision to expand the series from the usual two matches to three was reached after an agreement between Cricket Australia (CA) and the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB). This will be the first time since 2015 that Australia and West Indies will face each other in a three-Test series. It’s also the first time the two teams will meet for a multi-Test series in…
Rangpur Riders Crowned Champions of GSL 2024 Rangpur Riders emerged victorious in the Global Super League (GSL) 2024, defeating Victoria by a commanding 56-run margin. However, the win wasn’t without its share of drama. Just hours before the final, there was uncertainty about the participation of three key players — Rishad Hossain, Afif Hossain, and Soumya Sarkar. These players are also part of Bangladesh’s ODI squad, which is set to face West Indies in a series starting just two days after the GSL final. Despite concerns, the trio was ultimately cleared to play in the final, giving Rangpur the firepower…
Introduction England’s rising cricket star Gus Atkinson delivered a jaw-dropping performance on day two of the second Test against New Zealand at the iconic Basin Reserve. Atkinson’s fiery spell earned him England’s 15th Test hat-trick, leaving New Zealand’s batting lineup in disarray. This incredible achievement adds to Atkinson’s already impressive Test career, and the young bowler isn’t done yet. He’s “greedy for more” and aims to keep breaking records. Gus Atkinson’s Hat-Trick – A Historic Moment Atkinson’s hat-trick was a masterclass in pace, strategy, and precision. Here’s how it happened: With this performance, Atkinson became the 14th English cricketer to…