Mohsin Kamal

England cricketer David Willey defends team against criticism amid Ashes deficit, highlighting the need for rest and attacking their inability to seize key moments. He also addresses the importance of franchise cricket and suggests adapting game styles for better results in crucial situations.

England's Tymal Mills believes Australia's ability to handle pressure moments has given them the edge in the Ashes series. Despite England facing a tough road back, Mills remains hopeful and emphasizes the importance of playing smarter cricket. While acknowledging the difficulty of the situation, he encourages England to show fight and determination in every session as they aim for a comeback.

BCCI announced a 15-member squad for the Asia Cup, with Shubman Gill surprisingly named vice-captain. Former player Robin Singh raised concerns about Gill's impact on the team's dynamics. Omission of Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal also sparked debate.

India and Pakistan's cricket rivalry is one of the biggest in the sport. Recent controversy surrounds India's refusal to play Pakistan in the World Championship of Legends due to geopolitical tensions. Former players are divided on whether India should participate in multi-nation tournaments against Pakistan. While some believe it disrupts the ecosystem, others argue it is necessary for the sport.

Karun Nair's return to the Indian team after eight years saw him struggle initially in England. However, in the fifth match, he played a crucial knock of 57 runs in tough conditions. His coach believes he has a long career ahead and will perform well in the second innings too.

India's pace bowlers have faced challenges in the Test series against England. Akash Deep emerged as a key player, showcasing his talent with a 10-wicket haul. His secret batting ability adds depth to his skills. Despite humble beginnings, Akash has overcome struggles to shine on the international stage.

After a dominant win in the second Test against England, former Indian cricketer Dodda Ganesh credits India's strong comeback to conviction in their selection process and improved fielding. He praises captain Shubman Gill and believes pacer Akash Deep can share the new ball with Bumrah at Lord's. With confidence high, Ganesh is confident India can win the series 3-1 after 17 years.

Recent tensions between India and Pakistan have cast doubt on India's participation in the upcoming Asia Cup cricket tournament. Despite reports of India pulling out, the BCCI has denied such claims. Former player Abhinav Mukund believes India should not play amidst tensions with Pakistan. India faces challenges ahead with the retirement of Kohli and Sharma, as they gear up for a tour of England.

The IPL is set to resume on May 17, creating a scheduling issue for overseas players returning to national teams. The debate between leagues vs international cricket continues, with income and opportunity balancing pride in representing the national team. South African pacer Anrich Nortje discusses this and praises teammate Kagiso Rabada's consistency and talent.

Former Indian cricketer Surinder Khanna praises Jasprit Bumrah's captaincy during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Khanna believes Bumrah should continue as captain and Rohit Sharma should play under him. He lauds India's fast bowlers and Yashasvi Jaiswal's batting. Khanna warns of Australia's comeback but backs India to continue the winning streak.

In an exclusive interview, Shashank Singh shares his thoughts on being retained by Punjab Kings, his excitement to work with Ricky Ponting, and his ambitions to represent India. Read more on his journey and future plans in the IPL

Kevin O’Brien reflects on India's passion for cricket, his memorable 2011 ODI World Cup century, and his enjoyable experience playing in the Legends League Cricket.

India has historically been a country with immense batting talent. From Sunil Gavaskar to Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli, India has produced numerous world-class batters over the years. However, bowling, especially pace bowling, was usually their weak link until recently. But there were a few bowlers who left an impression with their skills. Vinay Kumar, a right-arm medium pacer, was one of them.