player performance

Mullanpur, April 9 T20 cricket is dominated by aggressive hitting, but Punjab Kings batter Cooper Connolly is advocating a more measured approach to success, one built on timing, rhythm, and trust.The 22-year-old Australian made an immediate impact on his IPL debut, scoring an unbeaten 72 off...

New Delhi, April 7 – Indian cricketer Devdutt Padikkal has admitted that returning to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) proved to be a turning point in his career, as it gave him clarity about the kind of cricket he wanted to play.In 2025, Padikkal...

Ahmedabad, April 4 – Ahead of the high-profile clash between the Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals at the Narendra Modi Stadium, England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler shared his thoughts on the evolution of T20 cricket, noting that the new dynamics have seen young, up-and-coming players...

Bangalore, March 31 The atmosphere in the Royal Challengers Bangalore camp is much more relaxed than last year, and players have a much better understanding of their roles this season, says Krunal Pandya.RCB won the Indian Premier League trophy for the first time in 18 years in 2025, and...

Sydney, March 31 Cameron Green is facing immense pressure both in the IPL and within the Australian cricket setup, but the all-rounder has the ability to succeed and build a "successful career," according to his national coach, Andrew McDonald.Captain Ajinkya Rahane's comments about Green's...

Mullanpur, March 30 – India’s white-ball stalwarts Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer will headline a high-profile IPL 2026 opener in Chandigarh on Tuesday, leading the Gujarat Titans and the Punjab Kings, respectively. Both captains will be motivated to prove their credentials in the shortest...

Bengaluru, March 29 The iconic Virat Kohli believes taking breaks from the game at regular intervals has helped him stay mentally fresh and avoid burnout, as he started the 2026 season by scoring his 28th IPL half-century.Kohli's 69 off 38 balls, with five sixes and as many fours, powered...

New Delhi, March 27. Former Indian left-arm pacer Irfan Pathan believes that Sanju Samson could be the natural successor to MS Dhoni's role at Chennai Super Kings (CSK), adding that the wicketkeeper-batsman is someone fans can "identify with and connect with."Dhoni has led CSK to five IPL...

New Delhi, March 25 – Delhi Capitals (DC) opener Prithvi Shaw says he sees the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season as a fresh start for himself within the team, emphasizing that his primary focus is contributing to the team's success and then striving to regain his place in the Indian...

Dubai, March 23 Pakistani opener Sahibzada Farhan has been awarded the ICC Men's Player of the Month for February 2026 after his outstanding performance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in Sri Lanka, where he scored 383 runs in seven matches (six innings) at an average of 76.60, including two...

New Delhi, March 22 – Virat Kohli, India's batting legend, has dismissed "false reports" claiming that he demanded a chartered flight for his travel from India to London and also wants to fly back home between matches during the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL).The report, shared by an...

New Delhi, March 20 – Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has stated that managing pressure is the key challenge for young cricketers entering the Indian Premier League (IPL), especially those with high price tags.IPL 2026 will see uncapped Indian players Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma in...

New Delhi, March 19 Former India captain and coach Anil Kumble believes flamboyant opener Abhishek Sharma needs to strike the right balance between aggression and longevity at the crease, much like the explosive Virender Sehwag did during his career.The 25-year-old Abhishek has been one of the...

New Delhi, March 19 – Former cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has strongly criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), calling it a weak board and blaming it for giving too much power to a small group of people, which he believes has hurt the team's performance.Pakistan has failed to reach the...

Mumbai, March 14 Kolkata Knight Riders "made the wrong decision" by letting Shreyas Iyer and Phil Salt leave after their title-winning campaign in 2024, and unless the three-time IPL champions understand the importance of retaining key players, they cannot be considered serious title contenders...

New Delhi, March 13 – Former Indian cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra believes that Rohit Sharma should remain on the field for the entire duration of a T20 match instead of being used as an Impact Player by the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).Chopra said that it...

New Delhi, March 13 – Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) could mark the final appearance of legendary wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni in the yellow jersey for Chennai Super Kings (CSK).Highlighting Dhoni's importance to the...

Thiruvananthapuram, March 9 Star batsman Sanju Samson, who helped India win the T20 World Cup, said on Monday that he approached the tournament with a different game plan that helped him regain his form.He was speaking to reporters after returning to Thiruvananthapuram following India’s World...

Mumbai, March 4 – Opener Sanju Samson has been a part of the Indian T20 team for the past couple of years, including the 2024 T20 World Cup, where he didn't make it into the playing XI, but lost his place due to inconsistent performances. Given a chance in three matches in this World Cup...

Karachi, March 2 The country's cricket board has decided to impose financial penalties on the players for their disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup, following Pakistan's early elimination from the tournament. Some sources say that the amount could be as high as PKR 5 million...