New Delhi, Aug 10 (Ians) Legendary West Indies batter Brian Lara believes young India fast-bowler Umran Malik is very young and has got a lot of years in him to play the game. At the same time, Lara added that quick pace should not be the only weapon in Malik’s arsenal.
In eight T20Is, Malik has played since his debut in June 2022, he has picked 11 wickets at an economy rate of 10.48, but hasn’t played so far in the ongoing series against the West Indies.
In the preceding Odi series, Malik played two matches, but didn’t get a scalp against his name. In Ipl 2023, Malik played only seven matches for Sunrisers Hyderabad, of which Lara was head coach, picking five wickets at an economy rate of 10.35.
“He will be a sensation, but very quickly he will have to learn that fast bowling really does not trouble the best players in the world.
In eight T20Is, Malik has played since his debut in June 2022, he has picked 11 wickets at an economy rate of 10.48, but hasn’t played so far in the ongoing series against the West Indies.
In the preceding Odi series, Malik played two matches, but didn’t get a scalp against his name. In Ipl 2023, Malik played only seven matches for Sunrisers Hyderabad, of which Lara was head coach, picking five wickets at an economy rate of 10.35.
“He will be a sensation, but very quickly he will have to learn that fast bowling really does not trouble the best players in the world.
- 8/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Aug 7 (Ians) Former New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori has been appointed as the head coach of Sunrisers Hyderabad, the Indian Premier League (Ipl) franchise announced on Monday.
“Kiwi legend Daniel Vettori joins the #OrangeArmy as Head Coach. Welcome, coach!” Sunrisers made the announcement on Twitter.
Vettori previously served as the head coach of Royal Challengers Bangalore (Rcb) between 2014 and 2018, and more recently, he was part of the coaching staff for the Australia men’s team as an assistant coach. He has also worked as a spin-bowling consultant with the Bangladesh men’s team.
The 44-year-old has replaced West Indies legend Brian Lara, who was appointed as the head coach of the Hyderabad-based franchise ahead of the 2023 Ipl season and assumed the position following the departure of former head coach Tom Moody from the team.
“As our 2 year association with Brian Lara comes to an end, we bid adieu to him.
“Kiwi legend Daniel Vettori joins the #OrangeArmy as Head Coach. Welcome, coach!” Sunrisers made the announcement on Twitter.
Vettori previously served as the head coach of Royal Challengers Bangalore (Rcb) between 2014 and 2018, and more recently, he was part of the coaching staff for the Australia men’s team as an assistant coach. He has also worked as a spin-bowling consultant with the Bangladesh men’s team.
The 44-year-old has replaced West Indies legend Brian Lara, who was appointed as the head coach of the Hyderabad-based franchise ahead of the 2023 Ipl season and assumed the position following the departure of former head coach Tom Moody from the team.
“As our 2 year association with Brian Lara comes to an end, we bid adieu to him.
- 8/7/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Port of Spain, July 20 (Ians) West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite won the toss and elected to bowl first against India in the second Test of the two-game series at Queen’s Park Oval, here on Thursday.
Left-handed top-order batter Kirk McKenzie and right-arm seamer Mukesh Kumar are making their Test debuts for West Indies and India respectively. It is the 100th Test between West Indies and India, which coincides with Virat Kohli playing his 500th international match.
After winning the toss, Brathwaite said pacer Shannon Gabriel also comes back in the playing eleven, with no place for Raymon Reifer and Rahkeem Cornwall.
“Pitch has a bit of moisture which we want to use. We were decent bowling-wise, we need to continue being disciplined,” the West Indies captain said.
“We need to take the first game off our memories and play their quality bowlers well. Our rivalry has come a long way,...
Left-handed top-order batter Kirk McKenzie and right-arm seamer Mukesh Kumar are making their Test debuts for West Indies and India respectively. It is the 100th Test between West Indies and India, which coincides with Virat Kohli playing his 500th international match.
After winning the toss, Brathwaite said pacer Shannon Gabriel also comes back in the playing eleven, with no place for Raymon Reifer and Rahkeem Cornwall.
“Pitch has a bit of moisture which we want to use. We were decent bowling-wise, we need to continue being disciplined,” the West Indies captain said.
“We need to take the first game off our memories and play their quality bowlers well. Our rivalry has come a long way,...
- 7/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Brampton, July 11 (Ians) The third edition of the Global T20 Canada is all set to return on July 20, following a three-year hiatus.
Hosted at the CAA Centre, here, this edition will feature six franchises. Making their debut in the marquee tournament are the Mississauga Panthers. With the former South African all-rounder Lance Klusener appointed as head coach, the squad is all set to leave an indelible impression on fans and rivals alike.
The 16-member squad is laden with top quality players from around the globe including Chris Gayle, Shoaib Malik and James Neesham. Also competing this year alongside the Mississauga Panthers are Toronto Nationals, Brampton Wolves, Montreal Tigers and Vancouver Knights along with fellow debutants, the Surrey Jaguars
Expressing his enthusiasm on playing for the Panthers, former Pakistani all-rounder Shoaib Malik shared his excitement by stating, “I am very excited to be part of the Mississauga Panthers team, I am...
Hosted at the CAA Centre, here, this edition will feature six franchises. Making their debut in the marquee tournament are the Mississauga Panthers. With the former South African all-rounder Lance Klusener appointed as head coach, the squad is all set to leave an indelible impression on fans and rivals alike.
The 16-member squad is laden with top quality players from around the globe including Chris Gayle, Shoaib Malik and James Neesham. Also competing this year alongside the Mississauga Panthers are Toronto Nationals, Brampton Wolves, Montreal Tigers and Vancouver Knights along with fellow debutants, the Surrey Jaguars
Expressing his enthusiasm on playing for the Panthers, former Pakistani all-rounder Shoaib Malik shared his excitement by stating, “I am very excited to be part of the Mississauga Panthers team, I am...
- 7/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, May 22 (Ians) As his team slumped to an eight-wicket defeat with 12 deliveries to spare despite putting up a total of 200/5, Sunrisers Hyderabad chief coach Brian Lara said they were outmuscled on a belter at the Wankhede Stadium.
Srh made a great start thanks to blazing half-centuries by openers Vivrant Sharma (69) and Mayank Agarwal (83) as they shared a 140-run opening partnership. But just when it looked like the openers would go for their respective centuries and help their team to a massive total, Akash Madhwal claimed a four-wicket haul by Akash Madhwal (4-37) to restrict them to 200/5.
Mumbai Indians chased down the challenging target thanks to a brilliant maiden T20 century by Cameron Green (100 not out) and a chance-filled half-century by skipper Rohit Sharma (56) as they reached 201/2 in 18 overs.
Lara said such a result was not unexpected on the typical Wankhede wicket as 200 has been chased quite a few times here.
Srh made a great start thanks to blazing half-centuries by openers Vivrant Sharma (69) and Mayank Agarwal (83) as they shared a 140-run opening partnership. But just when it looked like the openers would go for their respective centuries and help their team to a massive total, Akash Madhwal claimed a four-wicket haul by Akash Madhwal (4-37) to restrict them to 200/5.
Mumbai Indians chased down the challenging target thanks to a brilliant maiden T20 century by Cameron Green (100 not out) and a chance-filled half-century by skipper Rohit Sharma (56) as they reached 201/2 in 18 overs.
Lara said such a result was not unexpected on the typical Wankhede wicket as 200 has been chased quite a few times here.
- 5/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, May 14 (Ians) After their another loss in the ongoing Ipl 2023, Sunrisers Hyderabad (Srh) coach Brian Lara said they should have been sitting high on the points table at this juncture of the tournament but they have suffered defeats from winning positions in many games.
Lucknow Super Giants notched a crucial win to get into top 4, after two defeats and a no result, to beat Sunrisers Hyderabad in 58th match of Tata Ipl 2023 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
Prerak Mankad made his mark with a crucial knock 64 not out off 45 of as impactful breezy knocks from Marcus Stoinis (40 off 25) and Nicholas Pooran (44 not out off13) sparked a brilliant comeback to achieve Lsg a seven-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in 58th match of Ipl 2023 after attacking cameos from Srh batters Heinrich Klassen (47 off 29), Abdul Samad (37 off 25), Anmolpreet Singh (36 off 27).
Chasing a challenging total of 183, Lsg needed 69 to...
Lucknow Super Giants notched a crucial win to get into top 4, after two defeats and a no result, to beat Sunrisers Hyderabad in 58th match of Tata Ipl 2023 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
Prerak Mankad made his mark with a crucial knock 64 not out off 45 of as impactful breezy knocks from Marcus Stoinis (40 off 25) and Nicholas Pooran (44 not out off13) sparked a brilliant comeback to achieve Lsg a seven-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in 58th match of Ipl 2023 after attacking cameos from Srh batters Heinrich Klassen (47 off 29), Abdul Samad (37 off 25), Anmolpreet Singh (36 off 27).
Chasing a challenging total of 183, Lsg needed 69 to...
- 5/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Hyderabad, May 5 (Ians) After losing by five runs to Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Brian Lara admitted that the match was theirs’ to win, but ended up on the losing side through the mistakes committed by the batters’.
Chasing 172 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad’s chase was revived by a 70-run partnership off 47 balls between Heinrich Klaasen and skipper Aiden Markram after losing three wickets in power-play.
But the dismissal of the duo followed by a fightback from Varun Chakaravarthy meant Hyderabad ended up at 166/8 to lose their sixth match of the tournament.
“I would say that we had a game to win and we have to hold our hands up and say they didn’t beat us we lost the game. The game was in our hands and we lost the game.”
“We’re trying to get a winning combination. We seem to be getting it,...
Chasing 172 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad’s chase was revived by a 70-run partnership off 47 balls between Heinrich Klaasen and skipper Aiden Markram after losing three wickets in power-play.
But the dismissal of the duo followed by a fightback from Varun Chakaravarthy meant Hyderabad ended up at 166/8 to lose their sixth match of the tournament.
“I would say that we had a game to win and we have to hold our hands up and say they didn’t beat us we lost the game. The game was in our hands and we lost the game.”
“We’re trying to get a winning combination. We seem to be getting it,...
- 5/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Hyderabad, April 25 (Ians) Sunrisers Hyderabad coach Brian Lara has taken his batters to task for their failure to chase a target of 145 against Delhi Capitals. There was no devil in the pitch and they should have achieved the target, Lara said after the match.
In one of the worst possible chases of a target, Sunrisers Hyderabad failed to achieve a target of 145 against Delhi Capitals in Match 34 of India Premier League (Ipl) 2023 at the Rajiv Gandhi International here on Monday.
Though Srh bowlers had performed brilliantly to reduce Delhi Capitals to 62/5 before allowing them to reach 144/9, thanks to a run-a-ball 34 by Axar Patel and a 27-ball 34 by Manish Pandey.
Still, the target was achievable as the pitch was not offering much to the bowlers. But the Srh batters failed to maintain a good scoring rate, had a poor Power-play and despite a 39-ball 49 by opener Mayank Agarwal and some late-order...
In one of the worst possible chases of a target, Sunrisers Hyderabad failed to achieve a target of 145 against Delhi Capitals in Match 34 of India Premier League (Ipl) 2023 at the Rajiv Gandhi International here on Monday.
Though Srh bowlers had performed brilliantly to reduce Delhi Capitals to 62/5 before allowing them to reach 144/9, thanks to a run-a-ball 34 by Axar Patel and a 27-ball 34 by Manish Pandey.
Still, the target was achievable as the pitch was not offering much to the bowlers. But the Srh batters failed to maintain a good scoring rate, had a poor Power-play and despite a 39-ball 49 by opener Mayank Agarwal and some late-order...
- 4/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Sydney, April 24 (Ians) On his 50th birthday Sachin Tendulkar was honoured at the Sydney Cricket Ground with a set of gates named after him and West Indies great Brian Lara.
The gates, used to access the field of play, were unveiled to mark Tendulkar’s 50th birthday and 30 years since Lara’s innings of 277 at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
The gates were unveiled by Scg and Venues Nsw Chairman Rod McGeoch Ao and CEO Kerrie Mather, as well as Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley.
“All visiting cricket players will take to the field through the Lara-Tendulkar Gates, which are situated between the Members Pavilion’s away dressing room and the Noble Bradman Messenger Stand.
The Australian cricket team enters the field via the Don Bradman Gates between the Members and Ladies Pavilions, while the Arthur Morris and Alan Davidson Gates front Driver Avenue,” the Scg statement read.
Tendulkar and Lara...
The gates, used to access the field of play, were unveiled to mark Tendulkar’s 50th birthday and 30 years since Lara’s innings of 277 at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
The gates were unveiled by Scg and Venues Nsw Chairman Rod McGeoch Ao and CEO Kerrie Mather, as well as Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley.
“All visiting cricket players will take to the field through the Lara-Tendulkar Gates, which are situated between the Members Pavilion’s away dressing room and the Noble Bradman Messenger Stand.
The Australian cricket team enters the field via the Don Bradman Gates between the Members and Ladies Pavilions, while the Arthur Morris and Alan Davidson Gates front Driver Avenue,” the Scg statement read.
Tendulkar and Lara...
- 4/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Chennai, April 22 (Ians) After being outplayed by Chennai Super Kings by seven wickets at the Ma Chidambaram Stadium on Friday, Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Brian Lara indicated their new-look opening combination of Abhishek Sharma and Harry Brook is what the team will be fielding in upcoming games.
In six games of Ipl 2023, Hyderabad have fielded four opening combinations, with the Brook-Sharma one the latest addition on Friday. The experiment meant regular opener Mayank Agarwal was pushed to an unfamiliar number six position, as the new opening combination put 35 runs on board before Brook fell in the fifth over.
“Obviously, the experiment of trying to get Harry Brook up the order produced a 100. If you were saying what team would you have at the beginning of the tournament, if we had a fit Abhishek, it would be Abhishek and Mayank Agarwal. But Harry Brook has given the innings some impetus...
In six games of Ipl 2023, Hyderabad have fielded four opening combinations, with the Brook-Sharma one the latest addition on Friday. The experiment meant regular opener Mayank Agarwal was pushed to an unfamiliar number six position, as the new opening combination put 35 runs on board before Brook fell in the fifth over.
“Obviously, the experiment of trying to get Harry Brook up the order produced a 100. If you were saying what team would you have at the beginning of the tournament, if we had a fit Abhishek, it would be Abhishek and Mayank Agarwal. But Harry Brook has given the innings some impetus...
- 4/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Sachin was already a star by then. Chasing a paltry total (177), India were left reeling at 60/4 with the yet unknown Allan Donald ripping apart the top order with his lightning pace.
But Sachin stood firm amid the collapse before guiding India to a comfortable victory with his former schoolmate Praveen Amre playing the perfect foil.
That knock of 62 was enough to turn me into a Sachin fan for life. He was by far the best batsman I saw till then. And the view remained the same after 22 years when the master called it a day after playing a record 200th Test against the West Indies at his home ground, Wankhede Stadium, in November 2013.
It was an emotional moment to see Sachin bat for the last time. It was unbelievable too as even after 24 years, Sachin played with his head still, a beautiful balance with the bat coming down from straight over the middle stump.
But Sachin stood firm amid the collapse before guiding India to a comfortable victory with his former schoolmate Praveen Amre playing the perfect foil.
That knock of 62 was enough to turn me into a Sachin fan for life. He was by far the best batsman I saw till then. And the view remained the same after 22 years when the master called it a day after playing a record 200th Test against the West Indies at his home ground, Wankhede Stadium, in November 2013.
It was an emotional moment to see Sachin bat for the last time. It was unbelievable too as even after 24 years, Sachin played with his head still, a beautiful balance with the bat coming down from straight over the middle stump.
- 4/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Hyderabad, April 19 (Ians) After losing to five-time champions Mumbai Indians in their Ipl 2023 match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Tuesday, Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Brian Lara admitted that the side is still looking around for a batter in their middle-order who can finish matches like the way Rahul Tewatia and David Miller do.
In chasing 193, Hyderabad had contributions from Mayank Agarwal, captain Aiden Markram and Heinrich Klaasen. But none of the trio could stay long to score big. Though Marco Jansen and Washington Sundar played some good cameos, they weren’t enough for Hyderabad to win the match and are now at ninth place in the points table.
“It’s a work in progress. We need to have guys who are thinking the game throughout right till the end. There are some great examples in the Ipl. (Rahul) Tewatia, (David) Miller, we do need that sort of person...
In chasing 193, Hyderabad had contributions from Mayank Agarwal, captain Aiden Markram and Heinrich Klaasen. But none of the trio could stay long to score big. Though Marco Jansen and Washington Sundar played some good cameos, they weren’t enough for Hyderabad to win the match and are now at ninth place in the points table.
“It’s a work in progress. We need to have guys who are thinking the game throughout right till the end. There are some great examples in the Ipl. (Rahul) Tewatia, (David) Miller, we do need that sort of person...
- 4/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Kolkata, April 15 (Ians) England batter Harry Brook lit up Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2023 when he smashed an unbeaten 55-ball 100 against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, hitting 12 fours and three sixes in a surreal exhibition of strokeplay against pace bowling while being careful against the spinners.
Now, left-arm spin all-rounder Abhishek Sharma revealed that it was in head coach Brian Lara’s mind to open the batting with Brook, who had a lean start to the tournament.
“Harry could not perform in two-three matches, so it was in Brian’s (Lara) mind that we will bring him up and I will go in the middle so that I can take on the spinners. Kkr have one of the best spinners, and it was a strategic decision, not a permanent one,” he said in the post-match press conference.
Brook added 72 runs off 47 balls with captain Aiden Markram, who made a 26-ball fifty.
Now, left-arm spin all-rounder Abhishek Sharma revealed that it was in head coach Brian Lara’s mind to open the batting with Brook, who had a lean start to the tournament.
“Harry could not perform in two-three matches, so it was in Brian’s (Lara) mind that we will bring him up and I will go in the middle so that I can take on the spinners. Kkr have one of the best spinners, and it was a strategic decision, not a permanent one,” he said in the post-match press conference.
Brook added 72 runs off 47 balls with captain Aiden Markram, who made a 26-ball fifty.
- 4/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, April 15 (Ians) Harry Brook struck the first century of the Ipl 2023 as Sunrisers Hyderabad held their nerves to ward off a spirited challenge from Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens on a sultry Friday evening.
Chasing an extremely challenging 229 for victory, Kkr were restricted to 205-7 in their 20 overs, handing Srh a 23-run win.
Brook, the 24-year-old Englishman, who has taken the cricket world by storm thanks to his consistency since his debut last year, stayed unbeaten on 100 off 55 balls. His innings was laced with 12 boundaries and three sixes.
Kkr skipper Nitish Rana led from the front scoring 75 off 41 balls. Rana, whose innings included five fours and six sixes, in fact, struck fast bowler Umran Malik for 28 runs in one over. Rinku Singh, the star of Kkr’s previous win over Gujarat Titans, found himself in a near similar position as his team required 32 runs off the last over.
Chasing an extremely challenging 229 for victory, Kkr were restricted to 205-7 in their 20 overs, handing Srh a 23-run win.
Brook, the 24-year-old Englishman, who has taken the cricket world by storm thanks to his consistency since his debut last year, stayed unbeaten on 100 off 55 balls. His innings was laced with 12 boundaries and three sixes.
Kkr skipper Nitish Rana led from the front scoring 75 off 41 balls. Rana, whose innings included five fours and six sixes, in fact, struck fast bowler Umran Malik for 28 runs in one over. Rinku Singh, the star of Kkr’s previous win over Gujarat Titans, found himself in a near similar position as his team required 32 runs off the last over.
- 4/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, April 5 (Ians) India’s legendary spin bowler Anil Kumble has recalled his historic all-10 wicket haul against Pakistan, saying that it was one of those special moments when all the players came and lifted him and that’s when he realised the magnitude of what had happened.
Kumble sprung his magic against Pakistan on February 7, 1999, in the Delhi Test to become only the second bowler after England’s Jim Laker (1956) in the history of the game to take all 10 wickets in a single Test innings.
“We had to win the Test match against Pakistan, we had lost the first Test match. At lunchtime, Pakistan were cruising at 100 for no loss. So it was all up to the spinners, the bowlers to do the job. Things started to happen, and everything was unfolding right in front of my eyes. So it was one of those special moments, and all...
Kumble sprung his magic against Pakistan on February 7, 1999, in the Delhi Test to become only the second bowler after England’s Jim Laker (1956) in the history of the game to take all 10 wickets in a single Test innings.
“We had to win the Test match against Pakistan, we had lost the first Test match. At lunchtime, Pakistan were cruising at 100 for no loss. So it was all up to the spinners, the bowlers to do the job. Things started to happen, and everything was unfolding right in front of my eyes. So it was one of those special moments, and all...
- 4/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
It will be the first time since 2019 that all ten teams will be playing at their respective home venues. Ipl 2023 also sees the return to its usual home-and-away format after a hiatus of three years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Though the pandemic hasn’t completely gone away, there are no bio-bubbles as teams regroup and renew their focus of battling out for the most coveted T20 trophy in the cricketing world.
The return of home-and-away format means fans in various venues can have the opportunity of seeing their favourite Indian and overseas players in action in their home cities.
With no air travel last year for teams, it meant that players weren’t having much of travel load. But with the Ipl this year going back to home-and-away format, it presents a challenge for players and support staff to keep themselves fresh in terms of workload so that there isn’t drop in intensity,...
Though the pandemic hasn’t completely gone away, there are no bio-bubbles as teams regroup and renew their focus of battling out for the most coveted T20 trophy in the cricketing world.
The return of home-and-away format means fans in various venues can have the opportunity of seeing their favourite Indian and overseas players in action in their home cities.
With no air travel last year for teams, it meant that players weren’t having much of travel load. But with the Ipl this year going back to home-and-away format, it presents a challenge for players and support staff to keep themselves fresh in terms of workload so that there isn’t drop in intensity,...
- 3/26/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
St John’s (Antigua), Jan 27 (Ians) Cricket West Indies (Cwi) has appointed former West Indies captain and batting legend, Brian Lara, as a Performance Mentor – working across all international teams and will also contribute to the running of the West Indies Academy.
The announcement that Lara has agreed to assist Cwi as a Performance Mentor – working across all international Teams and with input into the West Indies Academy — was made on Thursday.
Lara’s first assignment will be with the West Indies Test squad. He has joined the Test squad in Zimbabwe where he will assist in the team’s preparations ahead of the first Test match in Bulawayo starting on February 4.
Talking about his new role, Brian Lara said, “Having spent time with the players and coaches in Australia and in discussions with Cwi, I really believe that I can help the players with their mental approach to the...
The announcement that Lara has agreed to assist Cwi as a Performance Mentor – working across all international Teams and with input into the West Indies Academy — was made on Thursday.
Lara’s first assignment will be with the West Indies Test squad. He has joined the Test squad in Zimbabwe where he will assist in the team’s preparations ahead of the first Test match in Bulawayo starting on February 4.
Talking about his new role, Brian Lara said, “Having spent time with the players and coaches in Australia and in discussions with Cwi, I really believe that I can help the players with their mental approach to the...
- 1/27/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Such platforms use training strategies or digital tools to benefit the learner in tracking their performance, movement, and learning about a particular sport correctly, from a galaxy of legendary sportspersons.
A platform which is now striving to stir the ground of virtual cricket learning in India is Cricuru, founded jointly by former Indian cricketers Virender Sehwag and Sanjay Bangar in June 2021.
On January 18, 2023, the platform was re-launched with some newer upgrades and Bangar sees bridging the gap of distance regarding learning cricket the right way through Cricuru as a huge opportunity, especially in tier 2 and 3 cities.
"We have Brett Lee amongst our mentors. If someone has to understand the way Brett bowled a ball at 150 kmph, that is available to the player at a very nominal cost. Plus, one can reach out to them from the comfort of their homes as if you have to reach out to a top cricketer,...
A platform which is now striving to stir the ground of virtual cricket learning in India is Cricuru, founded jointly by former Indian cricketers Virender Sehwag and Sanjay Bangar in June 2021.
On January 18, 2023, the platform was re-launched with some newer upgrades and Bangar sees bridging the gap of distance regarding learning cricket the right way through Cricuru as a huge opportunity, especially in tier 2 and 3 cities.
"We have Brett Lee amongst our mentors. If someone has to understand the way Brett bowled a ball at 150 kmph, that is available to the player at a very nominal cost. Plus, one can reach out to them from the comfort of their homes as if you have to reach out to a top cricketer,...
- 1/20/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Dec 24 (Ians) In the Ipl 2023 mini player auction held in Kochi, opener Mayank Agarwal became the most expensive Indian player when 2016 champions Sunrisers Hyderabad acquired his services for Inr 8.25 crores.
Agarwal’s promotion to captaining his former team Punjab Kings in Ipl 2022 didn’t lead to a truckload of runs as he scored just 196 runs in 13 matches at an average of 16.33, with the side ending at sixth place in the ten-team points table.
In November, ahead of the mini auction, Agarwal was released by the side after having joined them in 2018, with Shikhar Dhawan announced as new Punjab Kings captain. Now with Hyderabad having Agarwal, they now have a player in their ranks who’s featured in 113 Ipl games and has leadership experience too.
Former India captain Anil Kumble, who was Punjab Kings’ head coach till 2022 season, backed Agarwal’s move to Hyderabad, saying the new destination for...
Agarwal’s promotion to captaining his former team Punjab Kings in Ipl 2022 didn’t lead to a truckload of runs as he scored just 196 runs in 13 matches at an average of 16.33, with the side ending at sixth place in the ten-team points table.
In November, ahead of the mini auction, Agarwal was released by the side after having joined them in 2018, with Shikhar Dhawan announced as new Punjab Kings captain. Now with Hyderabad having Agarwal, they now have a player in their ranks who’s featured in 113 Ipl games and has leadership experience too.
Former India captain Anil Kumble, who was Punjab Kings’ head coach till 2022 season, backed Agarwal’s move to Hyderabad, saying the new destination for...
- 12/24/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Kochi, Dec 23 (Ians) Former Australia cricketer David Hussey thinks the 2016 Ipl winners Sunrisers Hyderabad (Srh) have probably overpaid for the services of England batter Harry Brook in the ongoing 2023 Ipl Mini Player Auction.
Brook made his England T20I debut against West Indies this year. In 17 innings, he has averaged 26.57 at a strike rate of 137.77 and was a part of England’s T20 World Cup-winning team in Australia. Recently, he was named Player of the Series in England’s 3-0 Test series triumph in Pakistan for scoring three centuries on tour.
He had entered the Ipl 2023 mini-auction at a base price of Inr 1.5 crore and Royal Challengers Bangalore along with Rajasthan Royals initially began the bidding war for him. Sunrisers Hyderabad joined the frenzied bidding and eventually got to sign Brook for Inr 13.25 crore. This will be Brook’s first appearance in the Ipl through the 2023 season.
“Not really (on...
Brook made his England T20I debut against West Indies this year. In 17 innings, he has averaged 26.57 at a strike rate of 137.77 and was a part of England’s T20 World Cup-winning team in Australia. Recently, he was named Player of the Series in England’s 3-0 Test series triumph in Pakistan for scoring three centuries on tour.
He had entered the Ipl 2023 mini-auction at a base price of Inr 1.5 crore and Royal Challengers Bangalore along with Rajasthan Royals initially began the bidding war for him. Sunrisers Hyderabad joined the frenzied bidding and eventually got to sign Brook for Inr 13.25 crore. This will be Brook’s first appearance in the Ipl through the 2023 season.
“Not really (on...
- 12/23/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Perth, Nov 30 (Ians) The West Indies men’s team are wearing black armbands on day one of their first Test against Australia at Optus Stadium in Perth as a tribute to former wicket keeper David Murray, who passed away last week.
Murray, who passed away last week at the age of 72, was the son of West Indies batting great Sir Everton Weekes. He played 19 Tests and 10 ODIs for the West Indies from 1978-82.
Murray’s first tour with the West Indies was in 1973 to England. He made his international debut for the West Indies men’s team at The Oval on September 7, which featured Lance Gibbs, Roy Fredericks, Rohan Kanhai and Clive Lloyd.
His Test debut came in 1978 against Australia in Guyana. He also featured in 114 first-class matches. But in his international career, he mostly remained an understudy to his namesake Deryck Murray and then was usurped by Jeff Dujon in the start of 1980s.
Murray, who passed away last week at the age of 72, was the son of West Indies batting great Sir Everton Weekes. He played 19 Tests and 10 ODIs for the West Indies from 1978-82.
Murray’s first tour with the West Indies was in 1973 to England. He made his international debut for the West Indies men’s team at The Oval on September 7, which featured Lance Gibbs, Roy Fredericks, Rohan Kanhai and Clive Lloyd.
His Test debut came in 1978 against Australia in Guyana. He also featured in 114 first-class matches. But in his international career, he mostly remained an understudy to his namesake Deryck Murray and then was usurped by Jeff Dujon in the start of 1980s.
- 11/30/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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New Delhi, Nov 10 (Ians) The 6th edition of the Vishwa Samudra Golden Eagles Golf Championships will be held at the Classic Golf & Country Club, Manesar on November 13 and Boulder Hills Golf Club, Hyderabad on November 20.
This year the pro line-up includes 2 pros from the United Kingdom: Rachel Drummond and Bellangel. Being very successful players on the women’s tour, they will be playing alongside Indian pros like Tvesa Malik and Ridhima Dhilawari.
Paul Barrington – World Trick Shot Champion and by far the world’s best Golf Trick-shot artist, will also be present showing his skills on the course.
Former Indian Cricket Captain and star of the 1983 World Cup winning team, Kapil Dev will also be participating in this event along with other top amateur golfers from across the country.
The 6th edition gets special with exciting prizes to be won across various categories, including a BMW Car!
The Golden Eagles...
This year the pro line-up includes 2 pros from the United Kingdom: Rachel Drummond and Bellangel. Being very successful players on the women’s tour, they will be playing alongside Indian pros like Tvesa Malik and Ridhima Dhilawari.
Paul Barrington – World Trick Shot Champion and by far the world’s best Golf Trick-shot artist, will also be present showing his skills on the course.
Former Indian Cricket Captain and star of the 1983 World Cup winning team, Kapil Dev will also be participating in this event along with other top amateur golfers from across the country.
The 6th edition gets special with exciting prizes to be won across various categories, including a BMW Car!
The Golden Eagles...
- 11/10/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Sep 19 (Ians) The Cricket Association of Uttarakhand (Cau) on Monday said that the top performers from the Uttarakhand Super T20 League (Ustl) will be selected to represent the state in the Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament.
The first-ever Ustl, jointly organised by the Cau and Rhiti Group, began on September 18 and will end on September 24 at the Tanush Cricket Academy in Dehradun.
The league comprises of five teams including Cau Black, Cau Blue, Cau Orange, Cau Grey and Cau Green and will play each other in a round-robin format. The first and fourth teams meet in the first semifinal, while the second and third clash in the second, before the two winners clash in the finals.
Cau Black and Grey won their respective first games over Cau Orange and Cau Green on day one.
Some of the players who are a part of the tournament and have played in the Ranji Trophy are,...
The first-ever Ustl, jointly organised by the Cau and Rhiti Group, began on September 18 and will end on September 24 at the Tanush Cricket Academy in Dehradun.
The league comprises of five teams including Cau Black, Cau Blue, Cau Orange, Cau Grey and Cau Green and will play each other in a round-robin format. The first and fourth teams meet in the first semifinal, while the second and third clash in the second, before the two winners clash in the finals.
Cau Black and Grey won their respective first games over Cau Orange and Cau Green on day one.
Some of the players who are a part of the tournament and have played in the Ranji Trophy are,...
- 9/19/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Sep 19 (Ians) The Cricket Association of Uttarakhand (Cau) on Monday said that the top performers from the Uttarakhand Super T20 League (Ustl) will be selected to represent the state in the Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament.
The first-ever Ustl, jointly organised by the Cau and Rhiti Group, began on September 18 and will end on September 24 at the Tanush Cricket Academy in Dehradun.
The league comprises of five teams including Cau Black, Cau Blue, Cau Orange, Cau Grey and Cau Green and will play each other in a round-robin format. The first and fourth teams meet in the first semifinal, while the second and third clash in the second, before the two winners clash in the finals.
Cau Black and Grey won their respective first games over Cau Orange and Cau Green on day one.
Some of the players who are a part of the tournament and have played in the Ranji Trophy are,...
The first-ever Ustl, jointly organised by the Cau and Rhiti Group, began on September 18 and will end on September 24 at the Tanush Cricket Academy in Dehradun.
The league comprises of five teams including Cau Black, Cau Blue, Cau Orange, Cau Grey and Cau Green and will play each other in a round-robin format. The first and fourth teams meet in the first semifinal, while the second and third clash in the second, before the two winners clash in the finals.
Cau Black and Grey won their respective first games over Cau Orange and Cau Green on day one.
Some of the players who are a part of the tournament and have played in the Ranji Trophy are,...
- 9/19/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Sep 19 (Ians) The Cricket Association of Uttarakhand (Cau) on Monday said that the top performers from the Uttarakhand Super T20 League (Ustl) will be selected to represent the state in the Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament.
The first-ever Ustl, jointly organised by the Cau and Rhiti Group, began on September 18 and will end on September 24 at the Tanush Cricket Academy in Dehradun.
The league comprises of five teams including Cau Black, Cau Blue, Cau Orange, Cau Grey and Cau Green and will play each other in a round-robin format. The first and fourth teams meet in the first semifinal, while the second and third clash in the second, before the two winners clash in the finals.
Cau Black and Grey won their respective first games over Cau Orange and Cau Green on day one.
Some of the players who are a part of the tournament and have played in the Ranji Trophy are,...
The first-ever Ustl, jointly organised by the Cau and Rhiti Group, began on September 18 and will end on September 24 at the Tanush Cricket Academy in Dehradun.
The league comprises of five teams including Cau Black, Cau Blue, Cau Orange, Cau Grey and Cau Green and will play each other in a round-robin format. The first and fourth teams meet in the first semifinal, while the second and third clash in the second, before the two winners clash in the finals.
Cau Black and Grey won their respective first games over Cau Orange and Cau Green on day one.
Some of the players who are a part of the tournament and have played in the Ranji Trophy are,...
- 9/19/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Kanpur, Sep 13 (Ians) Having won their opening encounters, India Legends, will take on West Indies Legends in match number six of the Road Safety World Series 2022 at Green Park Stadium here on Wednesday.
West Indies Legends — who registered a comprehensive 9-wicket win over Bangladesh in their season opener — will be bolstered with the arrival of their skipper Brian Lara. Lara — who missed the opening game due to personal reasons — arrived in Kanpur on Monday.
The Sachin Tendulkar-led India Legends side put up a clinical performance against South Africa Legends last on Saturday to secure a mammoth 61-run win in front of a packed stadium. The defending champions ticked off all the checkboxes in the previous game as their batting, bowling and fielding looked up to the mark.
Although the opening pair of Tendulkar and Naman Ojha failed to give India Legends a sublime start in the powerplay and were...
West Indies Legends — who registered a comprehensive 9-wicket win over Bangladesh in their season opener — will be bolstered with the arrival of their skipper Brian Lara. Lara — who missed the opening game due to personal reasons — arrived in Kanpur on Monday.
The Sachin Tendulkar-led India Legends side put up a clinical performance against South Africa Legends last on Saturday to secure a mammoth 61-run win in front of a packed stadium. The defending champions ticked off all the checkboxes in the previous game as their batting, bowling and fielding looked up to the mark.
Although the opening pair of Tendulkar and Naman Ojha failed to give India Legends a sublime start in the powerplay and were...
- 9/13/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Hyderabad, Sep 3 (Ians) West Indies batting legend Brian Lara on Saturday was appointed as the new head coach of 2016 Ipl champions Sunrisers Hyderabad. Lara, who was the strategic advisor and batting coach of the Sunrisers in the 2022 Ipl season, succeeds Tom Moody for the top position in the upcoming seasons of the tournament.
“The cricketing legend Brian Lara will be our head coach for the upcoming #Ipl seasons,” announced the franchise through their official social media accounts.
Speculations had been rife in the media since Friday that Moody would not be returning to be Sunrisers head coach in the coming Ipl seasons and that he as well as the franchise had departed on mutual terms.
Moody was recently appointed as director of cricket for the Glazers Family-owned Desert Vipers, which is one of the six franchises in the upcoming ILT20 in the UAE, which is scheduled to begin from January...
“The cricketing legend Brian Lara will be our head coach for the upcoming #Ipl seasons,” announced the franchise through their official social media accounts.
Speculations had been rife in the media since Friday that Moody would not be returning to be Sunrisers head coach in the coming Ipl seasons and that he as well as the franchise had departed on mutual terms.
Moody was recently appointed as director of cricket for the Glazers Family-owned Desert Vipers, which is one of the six franchises in the upcoming ILT20 in the UAE, which is scheduled to begin from January...
- 9/3/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Auckland, Aug 17 (Ians) Former New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Ian Smith has named Sir Viv Richards, Michael Holding, Brian Lara and Sir Garfield Sobers as the top-four all-time greats in the history of West Indies cricket, saying Richards is one of the most “imposing batsmen in the history of the game”.
With New Zealand in the midst of a limited-overs series against the West Indies, having won the T20Is 2-1 and looking forward to the ODIs beginning later on Wednesday, Smith, in a tribute to Caribbean cricket, named Holding as one of the most feared bowlers in the world.
“Sir Viv Richards’ exploits in 1976 deserve close attention. In one calendar year he hit seven Test centuries in just 11 matches,” Smith said on Senz Mornings. “He is without doubt one of the most imposing batsmen in the history of the game.
“For Michael Holding, I’ll just say two words — Whispering Death.
With New Zealand in the midst of a limited-overs series against the West Indies, having won the T20Is 2-1 and looking forward to the ODIs beginning later on Wednesday, Smith, in a tribute to Caribbean cricket, named Holding as one of the most feared bowlers in the world.
“Sir Viv Richards’ exploits in 1976 deserve close attention. In one calendar year he hit seven Test centuries in just 11 matches,” Smith said on Senz Mornings. “He is without doubt one of the most imposing batsmen in the history of the game.
“For Michael Holding, I’ll just say two words — Whispering Death.
- 8/17/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Edgbaston, July 3 (Ians) West Indies legend Brian Lara on Sunday congratulated India Test skipper for the rescheduled fifth Test against England, Jasprit Bumrah, for breaking his record for most runs scored in a single over in Tests, saying he was happy with the achievement. Bumrah on Saturday claimed a world record in his debut […]...
- 7/3/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Hyderabad, Dec 23 (Ians) Sunrisers Hyderabad, the winners of 2016 Indian Premier League (Ipl) title, have roped in Dale Steyn, Brian Lara, Simon Katich and Hemang Badani for coaching roles in a new-look support staff for Ipl 2022 season. While Steyn will be the pace bowling coach, Lara will be serving as strategic advisor and […]...
- 12/23/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Oct 3 (Ians) Former West Indies captain Brian Lara praised Chennai Super Kings opener Ruturaj Gaikwad, saying that the youngster’s unbeaten 101 was a complete show of batsmanship. He added that he liked how Gaikwad accelerated in the second half of his knock. Gaikwad scored an unbeaten 101 in 60 balls to take Chennai […]...
- 10/3/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Lahore, June 11 (Ians) Pakistani great Wasim Akram took to twitter to rekindle memories of his team's 1992 World Cup league match against the West Indies when he sent West Indies batting legend Brian Lara retired hurt with a toe-crusher.
Left-arm fast bowler Akram, known for his deadly yorkers, posted a picture of Lara on social media, where the West Indian great is seen holding a shoe with the toe region completely worn out.
"The Prince of Trinidad never ceases to amaze, years after retirement from the game! We met at a charity and he brought this shoe with him to make sure I would sign it -- he'd held on to it since 1992 Wc when I hit him on the toe (after he got 88!) Hold a grudge much, @BrianLara?" tweeted Akram.
Akram didn't mention in his post when, or where, the charity event was held.
In the match played at the...
Left-arm fast bowler Akram, known for his deadly yorkers, posted a picture of Lara on social media, where the West Indian great is seen holding a shoe with the toe region completely worn out.
"The Prince of Trinidad never ceases to amaze, years after retirement from the game! We met at a charity and he brought this shoe with him to make sure I would sign it -- he'd held on to it since 1992 Wc when I hit him on the toe (after he got 88!) Hold a grudge much, @BrianLara?" tweeted Akram.
Akram didn't mention in his post when, or where, the charity event was held.
In the match played at the...
- 6/11/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Birmingham, June 6 (Ians) Exactly 27 years ago to this day, former West Indies captain Brian Lara hammered 501 not out against Durham in a County Championship match for Warwickshire here at Edgbaston. It remains the highest first-class score until today.
Lara's big first-class score in a high-scoring match came off 427 deliveries in 474 minutes. He hit 10 sixes and 62 boundaries during the world record innings.
Lara, who also holds the record for highest individual score in a Test innings as well, had surpassed former Pakistan batsman Hanif Mohammad's score of 499, scored 35 years prior, in 1959.
Mohammed had played that innings for Karachi against Bahawalpur in a first-class game in Pakistan.
Durham had hit 556 for eight declared in their first innings, with John Morris scoring 204. In response, Warwickshire lost an early wicket, which exposed Lara to the new ball. The West Indian settled down and added 115 for the second wicket with New Zealander Roger Twose...
Lara's big first-class score in a high-scoring match came off 427 deliveries in 474 minutes. He hit 10 sixes and 62 boundaries during the world record innings.
Lara, who also holds the record for highest individual score in a Test innings as well, had surpassed former Pakistan batsman Hanif Mohammad's score of 499, scored 35 years prior, in 1959.
Mohammed had played that innings for Karachi against Bahawalpur in a first-class game in Pakistan.
Durham had hit 556 for eight declared in their first innings, with John Morris scoring 204. In response, Warwickshire lost an early wicket, which exposed Lara to the new ball. The West Indian settled down and added 115 for the second wicket with New Zealander Roger Twose...
- 6/6/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Sydney, June 5 (Ians) Terming Brian Lara and Sachin Tendulkar as greatest batsmen he ever bowled to, Australia pace bowler Brett Lee has called the West Indian unpredictable with his stroke-play unlike the Indian whose shots' direction could be predicted.
"My favourite Test batters from the time that I was playing would be Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara. Brian Lara was simply so flamboyant," Lee has said.
"You could bowl six balls to him in the exact same area, let us say at the top of the off-stump, if I aimed at that spot for six consecutive deliveries, someone like a Brian Lara would hit me down the ground, he could work me behind square, he could cut me behind by a point, he could drive through the covers, he could hit me straight down the ground to the offside. He is so unpredictable," said Lee of Lara in an interview...
"My favourite Test batters from the time that I was playing would be Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara. Brian Lara was simply so flamboyant," Lee has said.
"You could bowl six balls to him in the exact same area, let us say at the top of the off-stump, if I aimed at that spot for six consecutive deliveries, someone like a Brian Lara would hit me down the ground, he could work me behind square, he could cut me behind by a point, he could drive through the covers, he could hit me straight down the ground to the offside. He is so unpredictable," said Lee of Lara in an interview...
- 6/5/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
By Qaiser Mohammad Ali
New Delhi, March 29 (Ians) Seventeen years ago this day, swashbuckling batsman Virender Sehwag provided millions of his fans plenty to rejoice as he hammered India's first ever triple Test century in Multan -- and went on to score another triple and missed a third one by a whisker.
Playing only in his 21st Test match, Sehwag, then aged 25 years and 160 days, achieved the feat on the second day of the first Test of the series against Pakistan. He ended the first day of the match at 228 not out and soon after lunch interval on the second day, he stepped out to off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq and lifted him over the long on boundary for a six to complete the triple in fabulous style.
India went on to win the Test by an innings and 52 runs, after Sehwag had laid the foundation with his almost nine-hour innings. India...
New Delhi, March 29 (Ians) Seventeen years ago this day, swashbuckling batsman Virender Sehwag provided millions of his fans plenty to rejoice as he hammered India's first ever triple Test century in Multan -- and went on to score another triple and missed a third one by a whisker.
Playing only in his 21st Test match, Sehwag, then aged 25 years and 160 days, achieved the feat on the second day of the first Test of the series against Pakistan. He ended the first day of the match at 228 not out and soon after lunch interval on the second day, he stepped out to off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq and lifted him over the long on boundary for a six to complete the triple in fabulous style.
India went on to win the Test by an innings and 52 runs, after Sehwag had laid the foundation with his almost nine-hour innings. India...
- 3/29/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Raipur, March 18 (Ians) Sachin Tendulkar-led India Legends stormed into the final of the first edition of the Road Safety World Series (Rsws) T20 after beating West Indies Legends by 13 runs at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium. Chasing 219 to win, West Indies were restricted to 206/6 in 20 overs.
Tendulkar (65) led the way with a half century after Virender Sehwag's (35) entertaining cameo. Yuvraj Singh then smashed three sixes to finish on 37 off 20 and India were 218/3 at the end of their 20 overs.
West Indies were buoyed by a 99-run stand between opener Dwayne Smith (63) and Narsingh Deonarine (59). Deonarine and captain Brian Lara (46) then took West Indies to within 24 runs off the last two overs.
However, Indian seamers Vinay Kumar and Irfan Pathan then stifled Windies for runs to help India Legends pull off a remarkable win. Kumar took the wickets of Lara (46) and Tino Best at a crucial juncture...
Tendulkar (65) led the way with a half century after Virender Sehwag's (35) entertaining cameo. Yuvraj Singh then smashed three sixes to finish on 37 off 20 and India were 218/3 at the end of their 20 overs.
West Indies were buoyed by a 99-run stand between opener Dwayne Smith (63) and Narsingh Deonarine (59). Deonarine and captain Brian Lara (46) then took West Indies to within 24 runs off the last two overs.
However, Indian seamers Vinay Kumar and Irfan Pathan then stifled Windies for runs to help India Legends pull off a remarkable win. Kumar took the wickets of Lara (46) and Tino Best at a crucial juncture...
- 3/18/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Dec 12 (Ians) Former West Indies captain and batting great Brian Lara said that India's Kl Rahul is his favourite player currently in international cricket.
Lara said that Rahul's scintillating form in limited overs cricket over the past year has made him "exceptional to watch".
Lara made the comment when responding to former Australia captain Ricky Ponting in a discussion for 7 cricket.
"That's easy! It's Kl Rahul. If you're talking about the two teams that are playing, Kl Rahul it is for me. He is someone I'd pay to watch to bat," said Lara when Ponting asked him who his favourite international cricketer is.
"In the world Jofra Archer is excellent, Nicholas Pooran is there but I just love watching Kl Rahul, especially in T20s, I know he's going into Test cricket but in T20 when you see guy batting correctly with the ability to score runs with traditional shots,...
Lara said that Rahul's scintillating form in limited overs cricket over the past year has made him "exceptional to watch".
Lara made the comment when responding to former Australia captain Ricky Ponting in a discussion for 7 cricket.
"That's easy! It's Kl Rahul. If you're talking about the two teams that are playing, Kl Rahul it is for me. He is someone I'd pay to watch to bat," said Lara when Ponting asked him who his favourite international cricketer is.
"In the world Jofra Archer is excellent, Nicholas Pooran is there but I just love watching Kl Rahul, especially in T20s, I know he's going into Test cricket but in T20 when you see guy batting correctly with the ability to score runs with traditional shots,...
- 12/12/2020
- by IANS
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New Delhi, Dec 5 (Ians) Indians Jasprit Bumrah and Virat Kohli feature in Brian Lara's lists of five best batsmen and bowlers of this era.
The former West Indies captain listed Kohli, New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson, England's Joe Root, South African Ab de Villiers, and Australia's Steve Smith as the best batsmen of this era on his Instagram account, although he did not rank them.
Among bowlers, Lara mentioned Bumrah, England's Jofra Archer and James Anderson, South Africa's Kagiso Rabada and Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan as the best five in the present era.
Lara also mentioned the five best batsmen and bowlers he played against. Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, Kumar Sangakkara, Rahul Dravid are the best batsmen while Wasim Akram, Shane Warne, Waqar Younis, Muttiah Muralitharan, and Glenn McGrath as the best bowlers he faced.
Lara also listed the best West Indies cricketers of all time. This...
The former West Indies captain listed Kohli, New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson, England's Joe Root, South African Ab de Villiers, and Australia's Steve Smith as the best batsmen of this era on his Instagram account, although he did not rank them.
Among bowlers, Lara mentioned Bumrah, England's Jofra Archer and James Anderson, South Africa's Kagiso Rabada and Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan as the best five in the present era.
Lara also mentioned the five best batsmen and bowlers he played against. Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, Kumar Sangakkara, Rahul Dravid are the best batsmen while Wasim Akram, Shane Warne, Waqar Younis, Muttiah Muralitharan, and Glenn McGrath as the best bowlers he faced.
Lara also listed the best West Indies cricketers of all time. This...
- 12/5/2020
- by IANS
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New Delhi, Nov 23 (Ians) West Indies legend Brian Lara has termed Suryakumar Yadav "a class player" and feels that the 30-year-old should have been a part of the India squad for the upcoming series against Australia, which begins this Friday.
Yadav was one of the shining stars for Mumbai Indians in their successful campaign at Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2020, scoring 480 runs for the five-time champions. However, despite his great form, he failed to find favour with the national selectors and wasn't included in any of the three squads which will be competing against Australia.
"Yeah, definitely. He's a class player. I don't just look at players that score runs, I look at their technique, capabilities under pressure, positions that they're batting and for me, Suryakumar Yadav has done such a wonderful job for Mumbai," Lara said while speaking on Star Sports show Cricket Connected.
"He comes to bat on the...
Yadav was one of the shining stars for Mumbai Indians in their successful campaign at Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2020, scoring 480 runs for the five-time champions. However, despite his great form, he failed to find favour with the national selectors and wasn't included in any of the three squads which will be competing against Australia.
"Yeah, definitely. He's a class player. I don't just look at players that score runs, I look at their technique, capabilities under pressure, positions that they're batting and for me, Suryakumar Yadav has done such a wonderful job for Mumbai," Lara said while speaking on Star Sports show Cricket Connected.
"He comes to bat on the...
- 11/23/2020
- by IANS
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New Delhi, Nov 16 (Ians) Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar on Monday revealed on twitter that the West Indies cricket board, its team, and retired batting legend Brian Lara had presented to him on the occasion of his 200th and last Test match, against West Indies, in Mumbai in November 2013.
Tendulkar posted a one minute, 15 seconds video on his twitter handle, and played the "beautiful drum", which Lara had earlier played when he had visited the batting maestro's home in Mumbai.
"#OnThisDay 7 years ago @windiescricket and my friends @BrianLara & @henrygayle presented me with this beautiful steel drum. Drum I will always be grateful for such a wonderful gift and thank them for their love and respect. Thank you once again. @Bcci," Sachin tweeted.
Gayle was part of the West Indies team in that Test.
"Exactly sever year ago, on this very day I was presented with this beautiful steel drum by the West Indian cricket board,...
Tendulkar posted a one minute, 15 seconds video on his twitter handle, and played the "beautiful drum", which Lara had earlier played when he had visited the batting maestro's home in Mumbai.
"#OnThisDay 7 years ago @windiescricket and my friends @BrianLara & @henrygayle presented me with this beautiful steel drum. Drum I will always be grateful for such a wonderful gift and thank them for their love and respect. Thank you once again. @Bcci," Sachin tweeted.
Gayle was part of the West Indies team in that Test.
"Exactly sever year ago, on this very day I was presented with this beautiful steel drum by the West Indian cricket board,...
- 11/16/2020
- by IANS
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New Delhi, Nov 11 (Ians) Former Australia leg-spinner Shane Warne has heaped praise Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara, saying the duo were the 'best two batsmen' he played with or against during his illustrious career.
"These two guys were clearly and easily the best two batsmen I played with or against and the best of my generation too (1989-2013) Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara. Did you like watching the three of us play and do battle out on the field?" wrote Warne along with the picture which he posted on his Instagram account on Tuesday.
Tendulkar made his debut against Pakistan in Karachi in 1989 as a 16-year-old. He went on to play 200 Tests for India, scoring 100 centuries across Tests and ODIs. In 463 ODIs, Tendulkar scored 18,426 runs including 49 tons and in Tests, he has 15,921 runs to his name, including 51 centuries.
Lara, on the other hand, remains the only batsman in world cricket...
"These two guys were clearly and easily the best two batsmen I played with or against and the best of my generation too (1989-2013) Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara. Did you like watching the three of us play and do battle out on the field?" wrote Warne along with the picture which he posted on his Instagram account on Tuesday.
Tendulkar made his debut against Pakistan in Karachi in 1989 as a 16-year-old. He went on to play 200 Tests for India, scoring 100 centuries across Tests and ODIs. In 463 ODIs, Tendulkar scored 18,426 runs including 49 tons and in Tests, he has 15,921 runs to his name, including 51 centuries.
Lara, on the other hand, remains the only batsman in world cricket...
- 11/11/2020
- by IANS
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New Delhi, Nov 7 (Ians) On a day when Virat Kohli's captaincy in the Indian Premier League came under fire from former cricketers, there seemed to be no sign of change at the helm of the franchise. The coaching staff comprising Mike Hesson and Simon Katich did not say anything about change in captaincy in their interaction with the media for the 2021 Ipl season which could be just five months away.
Kohli, who became Rcb skipper in 2013, has had the longest run at helm of a franchise after Chennai Super Kings' Ms Dhoni. However, unlike Dhoni or Rohit Sharma and even Gautam Gambhir he has failed to win a single title. Friday's defeat to SunRisers Hyderabad in the Ipl Eliminator is the eighth season in which Rcb have failed to win a title under Kohli's captaincy.
Among the four big Indian captains in Ipl, he has the lowest success percentage...
Kohli, who became Rcb skipper in 2013, has had the longest run at helm of a franchise after Chennai Super Kings' Ms Dhoni. However, unlike Dhoni or Rohit Sharma and even Gautam Gambhir he has failed to win a single title. Friday's defeat to SunRisers Hyderabad in the Ipl Eliminator is the eighth season in which Rcb have failed to win a title under Kohli's captaincy.
Among the four big Indian captains in Ipl, he has the lowest success percentage...
- 11/7/2020
- by IANS
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Abu Dhabi, Nov 6 (Ians) Virat Kohli promoted himself to the opening batting spot with disastrous result as the Royal Challengers Bangalore (Rcb) captain, who has generally batted at No.3 for Rcb, fell only in the second over, caught down the leg-side.
Before the game had begun, former West Indies captain Brian Lara had brushed aside the idea that Kohli should open saying that he would be better served batting in the middle.
"There is unnecessary talk on this (his slow approach in middle overs). He has done a good job batting in the middle overs," said Lara.
Kohli has scored the most runs for Rcb and is among the top run-getters in the Ipl this season with 466 but at 121.35, this is his slowest strike rate since 2012.
The Rcb captain opened the batting, perhaps in the hope of using the power-play overs, and pushed down Aaron Finch to No. 3.
However, the...
Before the game had begun, former West Indies captain Brian Lara had brushed aside the idea that Kohli should open saying that he would be better served batting in the middle.
"There is unnecessary talk on this (his slow approach in middle overs). He has done a good job batting in the middle overs," said Lara.
Kohli has scored the most runs for Rcb and is among the top run-getters in the Ipl this season with 466 but at 121.35, this is his slowest strike rate since 2012.
The Rcb captain opened the batting, perhaps in the hope of using the power-play overs, and pushed down Aaron Finch to No. 3.
However, the...
- 11/6/2020
- by IANS
- GlamSham
Sharjah, Nov 3 (Ians) Former West Indies batsman Brian Lara feels SunRisers Hyderabad have enough firepower to beat Mumbai Indians in what would be a virtual quarter-final on Tuesday evening to seal a spot in the playoffs in the ongoing Indian Premier League (Ipl).
"They (Srh) found themselves in this position and that's from good playing in their recent games. So, I expect them to actually be up for the challenge," Lara said while speaking on Star Sports show Cricket Live.
Mumbai Indians have already sealed a spot in the playoffs and will be facing Delhi Capitals in the Qualifier 1 on Thursday. Thus, they might be tempted to rest a few players and test their bench strength.
Srh, on the other hand, need to beat the defending champions in order to make it to the knockout stage.
"Mumbai Indians may be easing off, rest a few players which will favour Srh,...
"They (Srh) found themselves in this position and that's from good playing in their recent games. So, I expect them to actually be up for the challenge," Lara said while speaking on Star Sports show Cricket Live.
Mumbai Indians have already sealed a spot in the playoffs and will be facing Delhi Capitals in the Qualifier 1 on Thursday. Thus, they might be tempted to rest a few players and test their bench strength.
Srh, on the other hand, need to beat the defending champions in order to make it to the knockout stage.
"Mumbai Indians may be easing off, rest a few players which will favour Srh,...
- 11/3/2020
- by IANS
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Abu Dhabi, Nov 2 (Ians) South African fast bowling duo Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje shared five wickets to help Delhi Capitals restrict Royal Challengers Bangalore to 152/7 wickets in 20 overs in their last league match of the Indian Premier League Pl here on Monday.
Nortje took three wickets for 33 while Rabada took two for 30 as Rcb found the going tough.
Opener Devdutt Padikkal made 50 off 41 balls with five fours while Ab de Villiers scored 35 off 21 deliveries.
Skipper Vira Kohli made 29 and shared a 57-run partnership for the second wicket with Padikkal.
Delhi capitals had won the toss and elected to field.
"I think Rcb have to get early wickets if they have to win," said former West Indies captain Brian Lara on Star Sports.
Brief scores: Rcb 152/7 wkts in 20 overs vs DC
--Ians
kh/qma...
Nortje took three wickets for 33 while Rabada took two for 30 as Rcb found the going tough.
Opener Devdutt Padikkal made 50 off 41 balls with five fours while Ab de Villiers scored 35 off 21 deliveries.
Skipper Vira Kohli made 29 and shared a 57-run partnership for the second wicket with Padikkal.
Delhi capitals had won the toss and elected to field.
"I think Rcb have to get early wickets if they have to win," said former West Indies captain Brian Lara on Star Sports.
Brief scores: Rcb 152/7 wkts in 20 overs vs DC
--Ians
kh/qma...
- 11/2/2020
- by IANS
- GlamSham
Dubai, Oct 29 (Ians) Backing experienced players over youngsters has backfired for Chennai Super Kings (Csk) in this Indian Premier League (Ipl), West Indies batting great Brian Lara has said.
Three-time champions Csk sit bottom of the points table and have failed to qualify for the playoffs for the first time in the 13-year tournament history, though Csk were out for two seasons after being banned by the Supreme Court in the 2013 Ipl betting-fixing scandal.
"I think they (Csk) have got a lot of older players. There are not any young players coming through the line-up. You look at it. Even their overseas players, they have been around for a long time," Lara said on Star Sports Select Dugout. "So, they have backed experience over youth, and this has really turned upside down for them."
Csk have lost eight matches in 12 this season, managing just eight points with a net run...
Three-time champions Csk sit bottom of the points table and have failed to qualify for the playoffs for the first time in the 13-year tournament history, though Csk were out for two seasons after being banned by the Supreme Court in the 2013 Ipl betting-fixing scandal.
"I think they (Csk) have got a lot of older players. There are not any young players coming through the line-up. You look at it. Even their overseas players, they have been around for a long time," Lara said on Star Sports Select Dugout. "So, they have backed experience over youth, and this has really turned upside down for them."
Csk have lost eight matches in 12 this season, managing just eight points with a net run...
- 10/29/2020
- by IANS
- GlamSham
Abu Dhabi, Oct 17 (Ians) Andre Russell's poor run with the bat in the Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2020 season invited criticism from fellow West Indian and batting legend Brian Lara, who felt Russell's inability to cope with short deliveries is being exploited by opposition teams.
The Kolkata Knight Riders (Kkr) all-rounder was dismissed for just 12 during the match against Mumbai Indians (Mi) on Friday night.
Russell, who has over 5,600 runs in his T20 career, has aggregated just 83 in eight matches and is averaging only 11.85 in the league this season.
On Friday night, Jasprit Bumrah also used a short delivery that he couldn't duck under. Wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock took an easy catch to send him back.
Mi skipper Rohit later said that he had planned to target Russell with Bumrah, who had also got him in the first duel of the season between the two teams.
"I believe a lot in match-ups,...
The Kolkata Knight Riders (Kkr) all-rounder was dismissed for just 12 during the match against Mumbai Indians (Mi) on Friday night.
Russell, who has over 5,600 runs in his T20 career, has aggregated just 83 in eight matches and is averaging only 11.85 in the league this season.
On Friday night, Jasprit Bumrah also used a short delivery that he couldn't duck under. Wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock took an easy catch to send him back.
Mi skipper Rohit later said that he had planned to target Russell with Bumrah, who had also got him in the first duel of the season between the two teams.
"I believe a lot in match-ups,...
- 10/17/2020
- by IANS
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Oct 9 (Ians) Rishabh Pant has vastly improved his batting and he is a major asset for the Delhi Capitals, says legendary West Indies batsman Brian Lara.
Pant has been in good form in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (Ipl), scoring 171 runs in the five matches he has played so far.
"I think he is a major asset for the Delhi Capitals, but today he has also vastly improved his game. I am talking about his batting and the improvements he made in that department," said Lara while speaking on Star Sports show Cricket Live.
"On what is immediately noticeable is his propensity to try and get everything to the leg-side. Also look at his run scoring chart and that's quite a proof of that fascination he has with the on-side. I think he has come to the realisation that this is not working and he...
Pant has been in good form in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (Ipl), scoring 171 runs in the five matches he has played so far.
"I think he is a major asset for the Delhi Capitals, but today he has also vastly improved his game. I am talking about his batting and the improvements he made in that department," said Lara while speaking on Star Sports show Cricket Live.
"On what is immediately noticeable is his propensity to try and get everything to the leg-side. Also look at his run scoring chart and that's quite a proof of that fascination he has with the on-side. I think he has come to the realisation that this is not working and he...
- 10/9/2020
- by IANS
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Oct 7 (Ians) Legendary West Indies cricketer Brian Lara believes Kl Rahul is a "great batsman" and that's why she should concentrate on his batting and not bother about wicketkeeping when it comes to the Indian team.
Rahul, who is currently leading Kings XI Punjab in the Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2020, has scored 302 runs -- including one hundred and two half-centuries -- in five matches so far.
"Well, first of all I would like to say that Kl Rahul should not be bothered with wicketkeeping when it comes to that Indian squad. He's such a great batsman that I feel that he should concentrate on that and put in a lot of runs on the board," Lara said while speaking on Star Sports Cricket Connected show.
According to the former West Indies captain, Rishabh Pant is the number one choice to replace Ms Dhoni behind the stumps in the Indian team.
Rahul, who is currently leading Kings XI Punjab in the Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2020, has scored 302 runs -- including one hundred and two half-centuries -- in five matches so far.
"Well, first of all I would like to say that Kl Rahul should not be bothered with wicketkeeping when it comes to that Indian squad. He's such a great batsman that I feel that he should concentrate on that and put in a lot of runs on the board," Lara said while speaking on Star Sports Cricket Connected show.
According to the former West Indies captain, Rishabh Pant is the number one choice to replace Ms Dhoni behind the stumps in the Indian team.
- 10/7/2020
- by IANS
- GlamSham
With ?giant? Usain Bolt gone, heir-apparent Yohan Blake and World 100m and 200m stalwart of Jamaica who landed in India earlier this week caught up with leading actress, Jacqueline Fernandez on her set today.
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The duo who hit it off instantly were seen engaging in a freewheeling conversation on entertainment and fitness. Blake played complete sport as Fernandez taught him a few Bollywood dance steps and helped him experiment with some local Mumbai gourmet. Joining them on the set was Salman Khan.
Hailed as an influential public figure in India, Jacqueline Fernandez turned host for international pop sensation Katy Perry and Amanda Cerny on their recent visits to India and the actress shares a great equation with global influencers like Lilly Singh and Huda Kattan. Jacqueline will be seen next in Netflix Original, titled Mrs. Serial Killer.
Also read:?Jacqueline Fernandez opens up on hardest part of her journey in Bollywood
The duo who hit it off instantly were seen engaging in a freewheeling conversation on entertainment and fitness. Blake played complete sport as Fernandez taught him a few Bollywood dance steps and helped him experiment with some local Mumbai gourmet. Joining them on the set was Salman Khan.
Hailed as an influential public figure in India, Jacqueline Fernandez turned host for international pop sensation Katy Perry and Amanda Cerny on their recent visits to India and the actress shares a great equation with global influencers like Lilly Singh and Huda Kattan. Jacqueline will be seen next in Netflix Original, titled Mrs. Serial Killer.
- 12/5/2019
- GlamSham
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