OLLIE POPE
We just get lost with this term bazball, fumes Nasser Hussain
England's poor batting performance and frequent collapses led to their series loss against India. Nasser Hussain advised focusing on individual performances and criticized the obsession with the term 'bazball'. England had chances but couldn't turn it around in India.
India make it 4-1 with crushing win in Dharamsala, provide rude reality check to Bazball
Openers Rohit Sharma (103) and Shubman Gill (110) scored centuries while debutant Devdutt Padikkal (65), Yashasvi Jaiswal (57) and Sarfaraz Khan (56) scored fifties.
I am least insecure about what people feel about me experimenting: Ravichandran Ashwin
Ravichandran Ashwin believes his experimentation with different actions and speeds led to his success in the Test series against England. He adapted to the challenges of the Indian conditions, received good feedback, and showcased his skills in Ranchi. He also praised Kuldeep Yadav's performance.
Fifth Test: Kuldeep Yadav bundles out England for 218 on day one
On the first day of the fifth and final India-England Test at Dharamsala, Kuldeep hit his straps and he was irresistible. Once again, England had got off to a bright start, getting to 137 for 2 at a fast clip. Zak Crawley, who was careful against the quick bowlers in an initial probing spell, settled in against the spinners, using his long reach to good effect. Kuldeep then produced a bit of magic, drawing the batsman forward and getting the ball to break sharply to defeat the bat and crash into the stumps. Crawley had made 79 of England’s runs at the time.
England win toss, elect to bat against India in 5th Test; Devdutt Padikkal debuts
England won the toss and elected to bat against India. R Ashwin and Jonny Bairstow play their 100th Test. Devdutt Padikkal debuts, replacing the injured Rajat Patidar. Jasprit Bumrah returns. India lead the series 3-1 with a strong team.
India vs England Test match: Ranchi turns India’s way
When the day began, India were well behind the game, at 219 for 7 and staring at the real possibility of allowing England to take a sizeable lead. But, Jurel was just what the team needed. Compact at the crease, correct in defence and yet wily enough to make use of any scoring opportunities that came his way, Jurel was well on the way to a maiden Test century when a beauty from Tom Hartley stopped him ten short of the feat. Jurel had hit six fours and four sixes, but equally, chewed up 149 balls, showing that he could occupy the crease with confidence even while playing his shots.
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Ravichandran Ashwin equals Kumble's record of most Test five-wicket hauls for India
Ravichandran Ashwin equals Anil Kumble's record of 35 five-wicket hauls in Test cricket. He took 5/51 in the fourth Test against England. India sets a target of 192 runs to win the series.
Recovery & Rediscovery: Root finds form to score unbeaten hundred and help England claw its way back
India replaces Bumrah with Akash Deep. Root's century and partnerships with Foakes and Stokes help England recover to 302 for 7 on a pitch with variable bounce. Akash Deep impresses with his bowling, taking multiple wickets.
Deep dedicates impressive India debut to late father
Fast bowler Akash Deep dedicates his stunning Test debut to his late father and eldest brother, taking three wickets in the first hour against England. Emotional moment as his mother watches on. Deep's journey from a small village in Bihar to playing domestic cricket for Bengal and joining Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League.
Three wickets after a No Ball jaffa: Akash Deep makes a dream debut against England in Ranchi
India faced England in the fourth Test Match in Ranchi. Akash Deep, a debutant, bowled a good delivery to Zak Crawley, but was denied a first Test wicket due to a "No Ball." However, Deep later picked two big wickets in his maiden Test, dismissing Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope. In the second over, Deep bowled a round-around, allowing Dhruv Jurel to secure the wicket.
I've never seen something like that before: Ben Stokes on Ranchi pitch
England captain Ben Stokes has expressed uncertainty about the pitch for the fourth Test against India, stating he has not seen anything like the 22-yard strip in the past. The pitch has been described as "platey cracks" by England batter Ollie Pope. Stokes also noted that the pitch looked different from what he is used to seeing in India, with it being dark, crumbly, and having several cracks. The pitch also delayed England's decision on their playing eleven, with pacer Ollie Robinson coming in for Mark Wood.
Bumrah decimates England but India's 2nd innings crucial in Visakhapatnam test match
While the collapse would have buoyed India, they will be fully aware that they squandered a 190-run lead only last week. On the field, though, this Indian team was different in their body language. There was energy, there was plenty of talk and there was a sense of purpose.
Need to be patient with likes of Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer: Vikram Rathour
"There are young batters in our team who have not played much Test cricket. So, we need to be a bit patient with them. Batters like (Shubman) Gill, (Yashasvi) Jaiswal and (Shreyas) Iyer will eventually start getting big runs, I'm sure of it," Rathour said at a press conference.
I haven't seen it being done consistently, we need to counter: Rahul Dravid on ''Bazball''
England's Ollie Pope played an unconventional innings, scoring 196 with sweeps, reverse sweeps, and reverse scoops, contributing to England's 28-run win over India in the first Test. India's head coach, Rahul Dravid, acknowledged the challenge of countering this unorthodox style, praising Pope's consistent execution, especially with the reverse sweep. Dravid emphasized the need for disciplined bowling and strategic plans to disrupt England's confident lineup in the upcoming tests, acknowledging Pope's exceptional performance while seeking improvement in India's execution.
Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid point to 5 reasons for India's shocking loss to England in first Test match
Despite a substantial lead in the first innings, India's top-order batting failure and poor fielding performance allowed England to recover and win the first Test. Ollie Pope's exceptional innings of 196 propelled England to a total of 420, setting a target of 231 for India. India's inability to capitalize on favorable batting conditions in the first innings proved costly. Head coach Rahul Dravid emphasized the limited exposure of Indian batters to first-class cricket and acknowledged the challenges of chasing a target on a turning wicket.
England stun India in first Test, debutant Tom Hartley takes 7 for 62
On the fourth day, when England began at 316 for 6, they should not have been allowed to get to 420. Not by a spin trio that knows what to do in these conditions and has executed plans to perfection time and again. Set a target of 231, even on a pitch that aided spin, India’s batsmen should not have allowed Hartley, a debutant with only one five-wicket haul in first class cricket, to have such a major say in reducing them to 119 for 7.
Kevin Pietersen's spot-on prophecy comes true as England wins 1st Test match on Day 4 against India in Hyderabad
Kevin Pietersen's foresight proved true as England secured a thrilling victory over India by 28 runs in the 1st Test. Ollie Pope's heroic innings, complemented by Joe Root's brilliance, propelled England. Pietersen's spot-on prediction added drama, making the match unforgettable. India's collapse in the fourth innings sealed England's triumph, marking a memorable conclusion to a match filled with twists and turns.
Pope resurrects England: Remains unbeaten on 148; Indian spinners have an off day
England dominated the first Test against India, securing a 316 for 6 lead in their second innings. Ollie Pope played a masterful 148, giving the visiting team a chance of a surprise win. India's bowlers did not disrupt England's batsmen, and the field set and lines bowled suggested that India was waiting for batsmen to make a mistake or for the ball to misbehave.
Ollie Pope defies India with gritty hundred as England make 316/6 on Day 3
Ollie Pope's doughty hundred transformed the RGI Stadium into a gladiatorial fighting arena as England reached 316 for six against India. Pope and Rehan Ahmed were guarding England's second innings fort. Ben Foakes played a mature hand to support Pope. Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, and pacer Jasprit Bumrah jolted England early on.
"He has got a big ego.....": England's Ollie Robinson on Virat Kohli
Pacer Ollie Robinson, who last played a Test for England in July last year before sustaining an injury, has been practising Mohammed Shami's 'dead-straight' seam bowling and is looking forward to battling star batter Virat Kohli during the Test series against India. Robinson is excited about the challenge of adapting to the conditions and facing spin bowling and turning pitches. He recalls his previous series against India, where he took 21 wickets and had a war of words with Kohli.
England openers fall before rain ends play on day three
Play was abandoned around 1715 GMT with just 32.4 overs bowled following a lengthy rain-enforced break with England on 28-2, a lead of 35 runs, after Australia were bowled out for 386 in the morning session in reply to the hosts' first-innings total of 393.
Australia braced for England storm with Ashes on the line
England's barnstorming version of test cricket has shredded the textbook of the sport's longest format but so-called 'Bazball' faces its biggest examination yet as they seek to regain the Ashes against world champions Australia starting on Friday.
Jonathan Agnew: Rehan Ahmed is real thing in Pakistan vs England
English cricketer Rehan Ahmed is the star of the Pakistan versus England match. In Jonathan Agnew's words, he is the real deal. So let us understand why Jonathan has to say this.
England vs Pakistan Test update: Abrar Ahmed makes dream debut, taking five wickets
One of Pakistan's best bowlers in domestic cricket this year has been the leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed, whose absence from the first Test has sparked a lot of debate in the area. Ahmed has a tinge of mystery about him.
When second slip floors a catch and gifts five runs: Watch
It happened during the ongoing County Championship match between Essex and Surrey at the Kia Oval.
England looking forward to India after sweeping New Zealand
The morning session was washed out but England wasn't fussed. Jonny Bairstow flayed the Kiwis with an unbeaten 71 from 44 balls, while Joe Root finished a more sedate 86 not out. Ollie Pope was clean bowled on 82 in the day's first over but England won by seven wickets.
Australia's Nathan Lyon turns the table on England in pink-ball test
Australia's regular skipper Pat Cummins missed the pink-ball contest after being a close contact of a positive COVID-19 case having dined at the same restaurant. While Cummins dined inside, Lyon opted for an outside seat and escaped South Australia's strict COVID-19 protocols that ruled out his captain.
Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja fashion India's victory in 4th Test against England
Bumrah was exceptional with his in-swinging balls and teasing yorkers while Jadeja exploited the rough patches on the track to tilt the game in India's favour.
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