The Indian Team defied the odds, defied time and defied the weather to beat Bangladesh in the 2nd Test Match at Green Park, Kanpur, by 7 wickets in just 2 days. The incredible victory secured a 2-0 series win for India, strengthening their lead in the World Test Championship cycle. India’s Unstoppable Self-Belief and SkillContinue reading “Indian Cricket Team: A Team Incredible”
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Test Cricket : A Resurgent Bangladesh Coming to India
A Decisive Shift in Bangladesh Cricket As a Test playing nation Bangladesh have had a bumpy ride. Of the 144 Test Matches played by the Bangla Tigers since getting Test status, they have secured victories in just 21 matches, losing 105 and drawing 18. Their winning percentage being a meagre 13.98. Having watched them playContinue reading “Test Cricket : A Resurgent Bangladesh Coming to India”
Cape Town : A Bizarre Test Match & A Brilliant Indian Win
The Shortest Test Match Just 4 and a half sessions of cricket, 33 wickets, 106.2 overs, 464 runs and the shortest completed Test Match. As bizarre as it may sound, the stats are true. India the better side in this Test became the first Asian Nation to win a Test Match at Cape Town andContinue reading “Cape Town : A Bizarre Test Match & A Brilliant Indian Win”
Criticism….Gone Too Far
Healthy Criticism Listening to criticism, accommodating advice and then course correcting are necessary for growth and self improvement. Though criticism is not always appreciated, the ones who are prudent welcome them, set their egos aside, exhibit humble acceptance and deploy them for their own success. Such healthy criticism is constructive and has a positive bearingContinue reading “Criticism….Gone Too Far”
Modest Kane
He is one of the legends of the game, but we hardly hear him speak. His statistics indicate unparalleled consistency, but he manages only a wry smile. His skill is laudable, his technique is exceptional, and his temperament is unflinching, but still, his acknowledgement is muted. Kane Williamson, the cricketer par excellence from New ZealandContinue reading “Modest Kane”