team dynamics

New Delhi, April 10 Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) legendary all-rounder Andre Russell has admitted that his first match-day experience as the team’s power coach in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 felt a little different, as he didn’t know what to do while sitting on the bench.“In my first...

Berlin, April 8 – Vincent Kompany appeared largely unconcerned with the milestone of his 100th game as Bayern Munich coach, as the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium provided the setting for one of the most significant victories of his tenure.The 39-year-old was instead focused on the work still needed...

New Delhi, April 7 – The Indian senior women's hockey team is set to tour Argentina for a four-match series, which will be held at the CeNARD in Buenos Aires from April 13 to 17.The series promises to be a highly competitive contest, with India facing formidable South American opponents on...

Ahmedabad, April 4 – Ahead of the Rajasthan Royals’ clash against Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, West Indies batter Shimron Hetmyer struck a positive and reflective tone, expressing confidence, excitement, and a clear sense of purpose heading...

Mumbai Indians wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton said that his focus at the top of the order is on managing threats and making the most of the powerplay in afternoon games. MI, the five-time champions, are taking on Delhi Capitals in their first afternoon game of IPL 2026 at the Arun Jaitley...

Kolkata, April 3 – Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane has responded to criticism regarding his strike rate, suggesting that there is a “certain agenda” and an element of “jealousy” behind the comments.The criticism arose after KKR suffered a 65-run defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad on...

St Kitts, April 2 – Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner has stressed the importance of maintaining momentum as the team aims for a clean sweep in the ODI series against the West Indies. The final match is scheduled to be played here on Thursday, and she said that the team’s sole aim when...

Bangalore, March 31 RCB all-rounder Krunal Pandya believes that the clear environment within the team has enabled them to establish a more relaxed and confident rhythm after their championship win last season."I feel that this year there is a much calmer atmosphere. Last year it was a new...

Mullanpur, March 30 Gujarat Titans batting coach Matthew Hayden has praised captain Shubman Gill for his growth as a batter and leader, saying the India star's clarity of thought and modern-day confidence have shaped his evolution at the highest level.GT will face Punjab Kings in their IPL...

In New Delhi, Michael Hussey, Chennai Super Kings' batting coach, who once worked alongside MS Dhoni, believes that Dhoni's greatest strength lies not just in experience, but in his continuous pursuit of improvement.At 44, Dhoni continues to defy time, not just through his presence, but...

Mumbai, March 18 South African batting great AB de Villiers believes that a "team of fighters" will relieve the pressure on Virat Kohli, giving the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the fuel they need to go all the way in IPL 2026.Kohli remains a vital part of the RCB team, and...

Ahmedabad, March 9 Indian cricket team's social media star Arshdeep Singh continued his playful teasing after the T20 World Cup victory, urging head coach Gautam Gambhir to smile more, asking Sanju Samson if justice had finally been served, and reaffirming the collective belief in "Jassi bhai's"...

Ahmedabad, March 9 – Following India's record-breaking third ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory, captain Suryakumar Yadav reflected on the importance of mental resilience, team understanding, and off-field preparation in building a championship-winning culture, and emphasized that being true to...

Ahmedabad, March 7 It took Suryakumar Yadav roughly six months into his India captaincy to realize that trying to be a "father figure" or "elder brother" to younger team members wouldn't work.The Mumbai-based cricketer realized that the only thing that would work is allowing a free flow of...

New Delhi, March 7 – As Team India prepares for Sunday’s high-stakes final clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup against New Zealand, former India spinner Piyush Chawla believes that managing emotions will be the defining factor for the hosts in a pressure-filled home final.Chawla emphasized...

Kolkata, March 1 Jasprit Bumrah is the "Sachin Tendulkar" of Indian bowling.Undeniably, for India's greatest fast bowler across formats, the only aspect where one cannot compare him with Tendulkar is perhaps longevity. Tendulkar played international cricket for 24 years, starting at the age of...

Ahmedabad, February 25 West Indies batting coach Floyd Reifer on Wednesday dismissed suggestions of a looming six-hitting shootout against South Africa, asserting that his team's focus remains on maximizing scoring opportunities rather than merely clearing the boundary in their crucial T20 World...

Ahmedabad, February 23 India's decision to bench vice-captain Axar Patel in a crucial Super Eight match against South Africa inevitably sparked discussions about team dynamics and messaging, but assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate and batting coach Sitanshu Kotak insisted that the decision was...