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Rahul Dravid keeps things simple as captain, says Ajinkya Rahane

Rajasthan Royals batsman Ajinkya Rahane has revealed that Rahul Dravid makes simple yet effective moves. He was comparing the captaincy style of Rajasthan’s former skipper Shane Warne and the current skipper, Rahul Dravid. Despite rating both of them as good leaders, Rahane disclosed a few differences between their tactics. He described that Warne had a […]

Brad Hodge admires Rahul Dravid’s motivational skills

Rajasthan Royals batsman Brad Hodge is impressed with the way Rahul Dravid is motivating players in the ongoing Indian Premier League. Under Dravid’s superb captaincy, the Royals registered their second consecutive win on Sunday. Batting first, the home side posted a decent total of 164 runs on the board, thanks to Hodge’s brilliant 44 runs. […]

Ajinkya Rahane pleased despite missing out on hundred

Rajasthan Royals batsman Ajinkya Rahane expressed satisfaction at his match winning 98-run-knock against Kings XI Punjab, despite missing out on ton. Rahane played a magnificent innings to guide his team to an emphatic 31-run victory in a crucial battle on Friday. He rated this innings as one of his best, saying: "Yes, I am bit […]

Rain improved Eden Gardens wicket, says Irfan Pathan

Irfan Pathan helped Delhi Daredevils start their Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign with a classy victory over Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens on Thursday night. The experienced all-rounder smashed an unbeaten 42-run-knock from 20 balls to steer the side to an outstanding victory. Chasing 98 in a rain-hit contest, the Daredevils were in deep […]

Rahul Dravid "keen and focused" to perform well in IPL

Rajasthan Royals skipper Rahul Dravid is ‘keen and focussed’ to do his job in great fashion for his Indian Premier League (IPL) outfit. The former Indian batsman will be in action for the first time after his retirement from international cricket. After Shane Warne’s retirement from the league, the captaincy duties have been given to […]

Fitness and bench strength keys to win IPL, says Wasim Akram

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram believes fitness and bench strength are key elements to win fifth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), getting underway on Wednesday. This season is expected to be quite entertaining, as nine quality sides will take on each other. Akram, who is currently shouldering responsibilities as Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) […]

Andrew Strauss desperate for victory

Andrew Strauss desperate for victory England Test captain has shown full confidence on his team and said that side is desperate to grab much-needed victory. His remarks came ahead of second Test against Sri Lanka. The islanders are currently 1-0 up in the series following their 75-run win in the opening Test. The Englishmen have […]

Eoin Morgan looking forward to IPL

Kolkata Knight Riders batsman Eoin Morgan has said that he always looks forward to improve his game by playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL), which he feels is an important part of the international cricket. "IPL is a part of cricket I always look forward to. The crowd, passion here is an inspiration and […]

Zaka Ashraf pleased with Pakistan’s Asia Cup win

The chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has said that the recent victory in the Asia Cup was quite pleasing for everyone involved in Pakistan cricket. Talking to pakpassion.net, the chairman that the finale of four-nation tournament was quite fascinating and Pakistan’s triumph was satisfying for all stakeholders of Pakistan cricket. “It was a very […]

Watson, Hussey leads Australia to victory in the first T20

Shane Watson and Michael Hussey led Australia to victory in the first of the two T20’s played at the Beausejour Stadium, St. Lucia on Tuesday, March 27. The Kangaroos won by eight wickets to go one up in the series after the five-match ODI series ended all square 2-2. Winning the toss and batting first, […]

Shahid Afridi – Pakistani media’s latest victim?

The Pakistani cricketer is the latest target of the Pakistani media after assaulting a fan at the Karachi International Airport but is it justified. In Pakistan, the media tends to have more freedom than most when it comes to adding opinions into their stories. Whilst other nations have shows with bonafide experts presenting their arguments […]

Rahul Sharma says ‘I learnt a lot in Australia’

India’s young leg-spinner Rahul Sharma has said that his recent tour to Australia was a learning experience. Although the Punjabi spinner did not get many opportunities to show his talent, he called it a wonderful journey. "I learnt a lot in Australia. Seniors like Sachin Tendulkar, Dhoni bhai (MS Dhoni), Viru (Virender Sehwag) bhai all […]

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