5 PLAYERS THE LUCKNOW SUPER GIANTS NEED FOR IPL 2024

He is a guy who can win games single-handedly. The left-arm seamer has a knack for taking wickets. Lucknow could bring Jaydev back after giving him just three games in IPL 2023...

SARFARAZ KHAN,DARYL MITCHELLAND THREE MORE PLAYERS SUNRISERS HYDERABAD SHOULD BUY

Given his strong performances in domestic cricket, Sunrisers Hyderabad may opt to bid for Sarfaraz Khan in the auction. Sarfaraz has been a part of RCB, Punjab and Delhi Capitals. He is consistent in the domestic circuit but could not stamp his authority in the IPL...

5 PLAYERS KOLKATA KNIGHT RIDERS SHOULD ADD TO THEIR SQUAD

KKR need to strengthen their pace attack, having left out six fast bowlers from their squad. They even released Australian skipper Pat Cummins. They would go after Cummins, but signing Josh Hazlewood would give them a high-quality overseas seamer. Josh Hazlewood has played 27 matches in his IPL career and took 35 wickets...

TOP TARGETS OF GUJARAT TITANS IN IPL 2024 AUCTION

With his all-round skills, he could be Hardik Pandya's replacement in the Titans team. He is still a work in progress, and with Ashish Nehra at the helm of coaching, the Afghan player could develop into a match-winner. GT would like to buy him, considering his long-term prospects...

5 PLAYERS RAJASTHAN ROYALS SHOULD TARGET AT THE IPL 2024 AUCTION

The Rajasthan Royals have left out Jason Holder. Now they need a pace bowling all-rounder, and finding a quality domestic player for that role would be a bonus. Shardul Thakur could be one of their perfect choices. His wicket-taking ability and lower-order batting skills would be an ideal fit...

5 PLAYERS PUNJAB KINGS NEED TO WIN THEIR MAIDEN IPL TITLE

Former West Indies skipper Jason Holder has built a stellar reputation as an all-rounder with his proven track record in T20 leagues worldwide. Holder has made a name for himself as a wily seam, swing bowler, and technically sound lower amid does order batter...

Should Virat Kohli Retire From T20Is?

Kohli had a record-breaking tournament. In 11 innings, he notched up 765 runs at an average of 95.62 and a strike rate of 90.32. The 35-year-old's tally is a new record for the most number of runs scored in a single edition of the ODI World Cup, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's...

7 Indian Players To Watch Out For In South Africa T20I Series

Jitesh Sharma, a name that might be unfamiliar to casual fans, is set to make a statement with his explosive batting prowess. Known for decimating opposition bowlers, Sharma is not your conventional wicketkeeper-batsman. His ability...

NADAL LOWERING OWN EXPECTATIONS IN 'UNEXPLORED TERRAIN'

The 37-year-old Spaniard has not appeared on tour since last January, when he hurt his hip flexor during a loss in the second round of the Australian Open. He wound up having arthroscopic surgery in June in Barcelona...

FIA OPENS CONFLICT INVESTIGATION INTO MERCEDES HEAD TOTO WOLFF AND WIFE SUSIE WOLFF

The probe comes after a report in Business-F1 magazine that rival team executives raised concerns about whether Toto and Susie Wolff passed on information discussed in private meetings...

MAJOR CHAMPIONS TALK SIGNATURE SHOTS. AND ONE THAT STANDS OUT TO THEM

Tiger Woods is not done for the year. Still to come is what he referred to as the \"fifth major,\" which is 36 holes at the PNC Championship with his son. Those other majors have long been in the books...

NOVAK DJOKOVIC FINISHES AT NO. 1 FOR A RECORD-EXTENDING EIGHTH TIME

The 36-year-old from Serbia regained the top ranking from Carlos AIcaraz, who edged him in a five-set final at the AIl England Club in July...

5 PLAYERS RCB COULD TARGET IN IPL 2024 AUCTION TO WIN THEIR FIRST TITLE

Faf Du Plessis and Virat Kohli did an excellent job for Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2023. However, there were games in which the duo could not quite accelerate despite being well-set. As a result, RCB ended up putting up below-par scores...

7 PLAYERS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN AUSTRALIA vs PAKISTAN TEST SERIES

David Warner has confirmed that he will be retiring from Test cricket after the series against Pakistan. However, the build-up to the series has not been very smooth for him in the wake of former teammate Mitchell Johnson’s open assault on him in a recent column...

CAN ROHIT SHARMA, VIRAT KOHLI LEAD INDIA TO MAIDEN TEST SERIES WIN IN SOUTH AFRICA?

Rohit Sharma often hailed as the \"Hitman,\" has not just been a limited-overs but has also proven his mettle in the Test format, particularly overseas. His ability to adapt and succeed in challenging conditions was evident in his maestro outstanding performances during the...

5 Players CSK Will Target In The IPL 2024 Auction

With Ambati Rayudu bidding farewell to the Chennai Super Kings, the franchise looks to fill the void with the seasoned campaigner Manish Pandey. Known for his composed batting and ability to anchor an innings...

MIN WOO LEE SERVES UP A VICTORY AT THE AUSTRALIAN PGA CHAMPIONSHIP

He narrowly missed par at the last but still closed with a 3-under 68 to finish 20 under for the tournament and a three-shot win over Japan's Riyuka Hoshino, who also closed with 68...

F1 CHAMPION MAX VERSTAPPEN'S RECORD-EXTENDING 19TH WIN UNDERLINES HIS RELENTLESS DRIVE

To round off a remarkable season, he also passed the landmark of 1,000 laps led in a season. \"I knew it was on the cards going into the race,\" said Verstappen, who moved onto 54 wins overall and into third on the alltime list. Verstappen finished...

SINNER LEADS ITALY TO ITS FIRST DAVIS CUP TITLE IN NEARLY 50 YEARS

The No. 4 Sinner beat top-ranked Novak Djokovic in the singles and doubles matches in Saturday's semifinal showdown against Serbia. The 22-year-old Italian needed 1 hour, 21 minutes to seal Italy's victory against Australia...

MS DHONI'S RETENTION: IS THIS THE LAST IPL YEAR FOR CAPTAIN COOL?

The relentless march of time is one of the most glaring factors that point towards the likelihood of this being MSD's last dance. The cricketer, who will be well into his 40s during the 2024 IPL season, faces the inevitable challenges of aging in a physically demanding sport...

IS RINKU SINGH INDIA'S NEXT BEST FINISHER?

Rinku Singh's journey to becoming a potential finisher for the Indian team traces back to the IPL 2023 season. Before this pivotal season, Singh had been a reliable contributor for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), playing handy knocks and showcasing his talent in glimpses...

What To Expect From Rahul Dravid 2.0?

Like the case under the Virat Kohli-Shastri combine, the Rohit Sharma-Dravid pair have also delivered good results, but the team has again stumbled in critical moments. India should have gone for the kill in the second Test during their previous tour of South Africa...

5 Players Who Can Take India's Captain Armband For 2027 World Cup

KL Rahul's emergence as a leader in the shortest format of the game positions him as a strong contender for the ODI captaincy in 2027. At 35, Rahul would bring a mature and strategic approach, having already captained IPL franchises like Punjab...

Major Controversies That Shook The ICC World Cup 2023

The India versus Bangladesh clash in Pune sparked a disputable moment when spinner Nasum Ahmed tried to bowl a wide ball in the 42nd over in an attempt to prevent Virat Kohli from reaching his 48th ODI century. India were 255/3 at the end of 41...

Should Virat And Rohit Play In The 2024 ODI World Cup?

The drought of ICC trophies haunting Indian cricket since 2013 underscores the urgency for a recalibration. The 2023 ODI World Cup loss amplifies the need for a shift in strategy. The barren trophy cabinet raises questions about the efficacy of continuing with the same formula. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma...

BRAZIL ENDS YEAR IN POOR SHAPE

The top six teams in the South American qualifying group will gain direct entry to the 48-team tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. The seventh-place team can earn a berth in an intercontinental playoff...

F1 HITS THE JACKPOT IN LAS VEGAS ON ITS $500 MILLION GAMBLE

The three-time reigning world champion would not let up and had ys another tirade after qualifying third around:l-a.m. on Saturday. He hated all the showy stuff and just wanted Fl fo race. Verstappen...

DJOKOVIC WINS RECORD 7th ATP FINALS TITLE

He started 2023 with a record-extending 10th Australian Open title and went on to claim his 23rd Grand Slam singles trophy at the French Open, breaking Rafael Nadal's mark. Djokovic, who lost the Wimbledon final to Carlos Alcaraz, also won the U.S. Open...

5 YOUNGSTERS WHO IMPRESSED LARGE AT THE ICC WORLD CUP 2023

New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra burst out loud with his exceptional show at the 2023 WC. He batted like a champion from the word go and blasted a century on his World Cup debut versus England

BREAKING DOWN THE MAJOR RECORDS SCRIPTED TEAM-WISE IN ODI WORLD CUP 2023

Glenn Maxwell smashed an unbeaten 201 versus Afghanistan in match 39, helping his side chase down Afghanistan's score of 291. Maxwell became just the third batter in ODI WCs to smash a double-ton and the first Aussie to do so. Maxwell and Pat Cummins shared 202* runs...