Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has pushed Australia to win 3-1 in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India. After losing the last two home Test series to India, both by 2-1 margins in 2018–19 and 2020–21, Ponting thinks Australia is keen to make a statement. The last time Australia won a Test series against…
Yuvraj Singh’s outstanding effort in a compelling World Cup 2011 matchup propelled India to an exciting semifinal matchup with Pakistan. Even with Sachin Tendulkar’s outstanding fifty and Ricky Ponting’s magnificent century, Yuvraj’s spectacular performance stole the event. Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina celebrates the win. Photo Credit: Associated Press Australia 260 (Ponting 104, Haddin 53, Ashwin…
Ricky Ponting, former Australian Captain, has advised teams and batters to “lower expectations” regarding high totals for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 in light of the record-breaking 200-plus scores witnessed during IPL 2024. Ponting anticipates that pitches in the West Indies, co-hosting the 20-team tournament with the USA, will “slow down” as the tournament…
Australia clinched a resounding victory over West Indies in 2006 Champions Trophy Final at Brabourne Stadium, India. When it mattered most, Australia’s superior experience and skill set showed through, and after an early thrashing, the bowlers displayed incredible resiliency. A significant prize was at stake. With the use of Duckworth-Lewis technique, Australia 116 for 2…
Sourav Ganguly and Ricky Ponting, renowned cricket figures, express strong support for Rishabh Pant’s inclusion in India’s T20 World Cup squad based on his impressive performance in IPL 2024. Pant, according to Ponting, was a touch nervous at first this season but has “gotten better and better every game” since then. Based on what Sourav…
Delhi Capitals’ coach Ricky Ponting offers a resolute stance on the ideal wicketkeeper choice In the realm of T20 cricket and the impending World Cup, Rishabh Pant Stands out. Despite a competitive landscape featuring talents like Sanju Samson and KL Rahul showcasing stellar performances in the ongoing IPL, Ponting unequivocally asserts that Rishabh Pant should…
Adam Gilchrist’s stellar performance led Australia to their fourth ICC World Cup title, marking their third consecutive win since 1999. Australia completed the most successful World Cup campaign ever. Australia defeated Sri Lanka 215 for 8 (Jayasuriya 63, Sangakkara 54) by 53 runs on D/L with 281 for 4 (Gilchrist 149). Thanks to a brilliant…
The Historical clash between South Africa and Australia South Africa clinched victory in what is now hailed as one of cricket’s greatest matches. The game saw Australia amass a world-record total of 434 for 4, marking the first-ever 400-plus score in cricket history, yet ending up on the losing side. Seven years ago, in the…
Reliving the The 2003 Cricket World Cup Final between Australia and India The 2003 Cricket World Cup Final (ODI) was played on 23 March 2003 at Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa between The Defending Champion Australia and the 1983 CWC Champion India. This was the first World Cup matchup between these two sides. It…
Rishabh Pant is set to make a triumphant return to competitive cricket in after a tumultuous 14-month hiatus due to a serious car crash in December 2022. “It’s nothing short of a miracle that I can play cricket again after everything that I’ve been through,” remarks Capitals wicketkeeper As Rishabh Pant prepares to make his…
Ricky Ponting, hailed as one of the most formidable players of his era, emerged as Australia’s leading run-scorer, standing just below the iconic Bradman in the pantheon of cricketing greats. Rod Marsh hailed Ponting as the best young batsman he had ever seen. Ponting started with Tasmania at 17 and Australia at 20, and on…
Rishabh Pant has embarked on a focused regimen of match-simulation exercises as part of his rehabilitation journey post a harrowing car accident in December 2022. His sights are set on making a comeback to competitive cricket in time for IPL 2024. Under the supervision of trainers and physiotherapists from the National Cricket Academy, Pant and Hardik…
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