Cricket A Great Leveller England have redefined the way Cricket is played in the last couple of years. They have built a reputation of being one of the most fearsome sides in the world and the fact that they are ODI and T20 World Champions has further corroborated their position. But Cricket, like life, isContinue reading “Clueless England Fail Afghan Test As Aussies Dump Lankans”
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Pak Schooled As India Make Mockery of The Hype
A Cauldron of A Venue It was nothing short of a vociferous cauldron. A gigantic ensemble of blue jerseys, a deafening rhythm of supporting chants, comparable to the Roman Colosseum cheering on their favourite gladiators. The Hype created had paid rich dividends, just that the challengers as fearful as they could be, did not showContinue reading “Pak Schooled As India Make Mockery of The Hype”
Topley Topples Bangla As Pak Fry Lanka
England were handed a drubbing by New Zealand in their first match and were expected to bounce back against a high-on-confidence Bangladesh. Sri Lanka too were expected to put in a good performance against Pakistan after being beaten comprehensively by South Africa. As expected the day witnessed some breathtaking cricket and some memorable performances. MalanContinue reading “Topley Topples Bangla As Pak Fry Lanka”
Virat, Rahul and Bowlers Rise as Australia ‘Drop’ The Plot
A Much Awaited Encounter It was a much-awaited encounter at Chepauk and though of late India has held sway over the Australians in ODIs, a World Cup game is a different kettle of fish. However, if my pre-World Cup Post is anything to go by, my views on the present Indian and Australian Teams areContinue reading “Virat, Rahul and Bowlers Rise as Australia ‘Drop’ The Plot”
Energetic Dutch Make Pak Sweat
The Orange Deliver The Blues The Netherlands, Cricket’s Orange Army gave Pakistan the blues in the second match of the World Cup played out in Hyderabad. Though Pakistan secured an 80-run win at the end of the day, it was not as easy as the margin appeared. The Dutch had their moments in the gameContinue reading “Energetic Dutch Make Pak Sweat”
New Zealand Annihilate England in World Cup Opener
Beware of New Zealand I had sent out a warning a few days ago in my pre World Cup post. I had mentioned that New Zealand was one of the team’s to beware. England, the defending champions unfortunately did not pay heed to my assessment and were bitterly surprised. A slightly casual England bordering onContinue reading “New Zealand Annihilate England in World Cup Opener”
World Cup Cricket : My First Memories & A Paradigm Shift
I took to sports as fish do to water and by the time I had reached double digits, sport was an integral part of my life. The Cricket World Cup 1983 was the first major tournament that left a lasting impression on me. India Champions of the World Glued to our black & white ECContinue reading “World Cup Cricket : My First Memories & A Paradigm Shift”
ICC Cricket World Cup : The Buzz is Getting Louder
A Pot Boiler In The Making Cricket enthusiasts, critics, commentators, former players, fans and anyone with even the faintest knowledge of cricket are filling up the print, visual and social media space. Its pouring views on the upcoming ultimate challenge in cricket, the World Cup, to be held in India early next month. The BuzzContinue reading “ICC Cricket World Cup : The Buzz is Getting Louder”