Andries Gous in action for the Vipers (Image source: ILT20) The Desert Vipers secured a four-wicket victory against defending champions Dubai Capitals in the opening match of ILT20 Season 4 at Dubai International Stadium on December 2. The win, powered by Andries Gous‘s half-century and a strong bowling performance, ended the Vipers’ six-match losing streak…
Dinesh Karthik (R) spent a lot of time working with Jitesh Sharma (C) during their time at the RCB. (Image source: Jitesh Sharma Instagram) TimesofIndia.com in Dubai: Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik reflects on shifting from SA20 to ILT20, explaining the stark differences between a Test-nation league and an associate-nation tournament. In an exclusive interview…
India vs South Africa 2nd ODI Live Score: India step into the second ODI at Raipur aiming to wrap up the series, but the spotlight remains firmly on the dynamic between Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir. Off-field chatter of a volatile dressing room has dominated headlines, yet on the field both…
MS Dhoni (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: MS Dhoni‘s impact at Chennai Super Kings has long been hailed for its calmness, loyalty and unmatched leadership — but former CSK star Mike Hussey has now lifted the curtain on a lesser-known side of the franchise: the off-field bonding culture built around Dhoni’s open-door hospitality.Go Beyond The…
The Indian management’s insistence on Test regulars plying their wares in the Ranji Trophy has lent some much-needed relevance to the country’s premier First-Class tournament. The marker was laid down last season when stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were required to turn up for their domestic teams following their dismal run in the Border-Gavaskar…
As Simon Harmer continued to spin his web around the Indian batters in Guwahati during the second Test, broadcasters kept highlighting how much slower the South African spinners were operating compared to their Indian counterparts. A few minutes after he closed off the game and the series with a six-wicket haul, Harmer revealed that slowing…
There is a particular kind of heartbreak reserved for sports fans that lingers long after the players have left and the studio debates have died down. It is the grief that clings on after a loss without a fight. India’s recent Test defeat to South Africa was not just a loss; it was an abdication….
England captain Ben Stokes during a nets session at The Gabba. (Getty Images) England captain Ben Stokes has delivered a defiant message amid intense scrutiny on his team during the ongoing Ashes tour, insisting that no amount of media attention will stop the players from enjoying their time in Australia. Stokes, known for his combative…
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli NEW DELHI: World Cup-winning former India cricketer Madan Lal has thrown his weight behind Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, insisting that the two batting giants must be allowed to decide the course of their international futures. In a strong endorsement of their longevity and current form, Lal said both players…
Smriti Mandhana with father and Palash Muchhal (right) NEW DELHI: Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal continue to dominate headlines, not for their professional achievements but for the emotional rollercoaster surrounding their postponed wedding. The high-profile ceremony, originally scheduled for November 23 in Sangli, was abruptly halted after Smriti’s father, Srinivas…
