At 44, Mahendra Singh Dhoni continues to shape the IPL story, with the Dhoni CSK IPL legacy defining an era of success, consistency and enduring influence, as this feature explores his journey, impact and what may come next. Dhoni and the IPL story that shaped a generation Mahendra Singh Dhoni is a true legend of […]
Royal Challengers Bengaluru face Chennai Super Kings at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday evening, with this IPL match preview exploring two sides heading in contrasting directions. Known for big scores and rapid chases, the venue sets the stage for a contest where momentum could shift quickly. RCB have started the season with authority and […]
Sunrisers Hyderabad host Lucknow Super Giants at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium this evening with the home side looking to build on early momentum. Hyderabad arrive with confidence after an impressive win in Kolkata, while Lucknow are still searching for their first victory following a disappointing opening result. The contrast in starts adds intrigue to […]
Delhi Capitals secured another statement result as they completed a composed chase to defeat Mumbai Indians by six wickets at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The Delhi Capitals victory was built around a commanding innings from Sameer Rizvi, whose 90 off 51 balls underlined his growing influence in the tournament, as the IPL 2026 schedule continues […]
Cricket is a sport that thrives on planning. Teams arrive at venues having studied pitch reports, weather patterns and tactical matchups in detail. Captains and coaches spend hours discussing how a match might unfold and which approach offers the best path to victory. Yet for all that preparation, the first meaningful decision of the contest […]
Who the next England spinner will be is the question shaping England’s white-ball future as Adil Rashid nears the end of his career. It is a conversation that sits just beneath his continued excellence but one England can no longer afford to delay as the transition window steadily narrows. Why the next England spinner debate […]
Place an old blade beside a modern bat and the contrast is impossible to ignore. One appears slim and elegant, shaped for touch and timing, reflecting an era where precision mattered more than brute strength. The other is thick-edged, bold and unapologetically built for impact, designed to meet the demands of a faster, more aggressive […]
Cricket is a sport full of quirks and little mysterious easter eggs. As spring arrives, it feels like the perfect moment to unpack some of its more confusing aspects. For those new to the red-ball format, the County Championship can appear particularly puzzling. The points table, especially, often stretches into unexpectedly high numbers. With that […]
Sussex enter the new County Championship season with a sense of optimism. There is also a hint of tension beneath the surface. This Sussex season preview highlights a squad moving forward on the field, even as off-field challenges begin to shape the narrative in ways that could influence their entire campaign. A strong 2025 foundation […]
Derbyshire approach the new County Championship season with a quiet sense of unfinished business after falling just short of promotion last year. They were edged out by Glamorgan by just five points. That narrow gap still lingers as motivation within Mickey Arthur’s squad. Consistency proved their greatest strength across the campaign, with only two defeats […]
There are records in cricket that feel vulnerable in the modern age of aggressive batting and relentless scoring, where boundaries flow more freely than ever before. Others seem beyond reach, untouched by time, conditions, or changing trends. Brian Lara owns one of those, and Brian Lara’s 501 record remains the clearest and most enduring example […]
Kent enter the new County Championship season with a point to prove after a disappointing campaign that failed to build on early promise. There is also a lingering sense of unfinished business following their relegation from Division One in 2024. That drop was meant to be brief, but 2025 instead became a campaign that gradually […]