Get insights into the New Zealand batsmen who have dominated India in their test matches with their exceptional performances. In this list of top five batsmen, Kane Williamson, Bert Sutcliffe, and Ross Taylor find their spot with their impressive records against the Indian team. With centuries and fifties, these three legends have consistently proved their ability to tackle spinners and pacers in Indian conditions.
In a thrilling opening Test match between England and Pakistan at the Multan Cricket Ground, Harry Brook of England hit the headlines by scoring the second-fastest Test triple century. The talented batsman reached the milestone in just 310 balls, with a total of 28 fours and three sixes. This record-breaking performance puts Brook in second place behind India's Virender Sehwag, who holds the record for the fastest triple century achieved in 278 balls against South Africa in 2008 in Chennai.
In June 2024, Kuldeep Yadav's stuttering career received a major boost when he moved to Delhi Capitals and worked with Rishabh Pant and Ricky Ponting. Thanks to their guidance, as well as that of Rohit and Dravid, he regained his confidence and belief, leading to a successful revival. Although his style of left-arm wrist spinning is unique and often overlooked, Kuldeep's talent and dedication to his craft deserve more hype and recognition.
Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma delivered a phenomenal performance, smashing 92 runs from just 41 balls to lead his team to victory against Australia in the T20 World Cup Super 8s. With eight sixes and a strike rate of 223.99, Sharma was a nightmare for the Australian bowlers. Despite Australia's strong start, Sharma's innings, along with impressive catches and bowling from India, secured them a top spot in Group 1 and a spot in the semi-finals against England. Though reigning champions England will be a tough opponent, the aggressive and unbeaten Indian team under the leadership of Sharma poses a new challenge.
India remains unbeaten in the T20 World Cup 2024 after a 24-run victory against Australia, setting up a semi-final clash with England. England, who finished second in their group, will face the formidable Indian team for a spot in the final. With both teams in good form, it's sure to be a thrilling match.
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India's national cricket team is dominating the 5th test match against England, with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill scoring centuries and leading the team to a strong position. India has scored 129 runs in 30 overs without losing any wickets. The match can be streamed live on the JioCinema app and website.
The IPL 2024 edition is set to be held entirely in India, starting on March 22. Despite the coinciding general elections in April and May, IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal has confirmed that the tournament will go ahead in the country. The schedule for the first 15 days will be released first, with the rest to be decided after the general election dates are announced. This confirmation comes after the 2014 and 2019 editions were partially and entirely held in other countries respectively due to election clashes.
India veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin became the 14th Indian player to make 100 Test appearances during the fifth Test against England at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association stadium in Dharamshala on Thursday. He also achieved multiple milestones during his career, including becoming the second Indian bowler after Anil Kumble to reach 500 Test wickets. India head coach Rahul Dravid even presented him with a special memento on the occasion of his 100th Test match.
The first day of the third Test between India and England proved to be a good one for the home team, with Ravindra Jadeja's century leading them to a score of 326/5 at stumps. Along with Jadeja, Rohit Sharma also scored a century and debutant Sarfaraz Khan impressed with a fiery fifty. However, Rohit was dismissed in the final over of the day, gifting England their first wicket of the match.
India's slow left-arm orthodox bowler Axar Patel starred on day 1 of the first Test against England in Hyderabad, picking up the crucial wicket of Jonny Bairstow with a sharply turning delivery. This put England in trouble after a solid partnership between Bairstow and Joe Root and highlighted India's dominance in the match. England now need a miraculous effort to bounce back from the Indian bowlers' attack.