Smith’s catch to dismiss Alam is a prime example of the new Law
Image courtesy of: ESPNcricinfo
The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) have made revisions to the Laws surrounding fielders moving when a batsman alters his stance at the crease.
Image courtesy of: The Hindu
“I have a long way to go but I’ve learnt a lot of things”
India opening batsman Murali Vijay has announced that he believes he has become “more mature” after representing the national team in their last six Test matches.
Image courtesy of: MSN
“I now know you can’t take anything for granted”
Australia opening batsman David Warner has admitted that “having a kick up the backside is what I really needed” after he was involved in numerous controversies over the past couple of months.
Image courtesy of: The Telegraph
“Sachin Tendulkar was the best batsman of my generation”
Former Australia spin king Shane Warne has become the latest cricketer to pay tribute to veteran India batsman Sachin Tendulkar, stating that the ‘Little Master’ was “the best batsman of my generation”.
Image courtesy of: The New Indian Express
“I’ve always been a naturally attacking batsman”
Ever since Cheteshwar Pujara made his comeback into India’s Test squad, he has been compared to the likes of Rahul Dravid due to his poise, classy strokeplay and the control he has throughout his entire innings.
Image courtesy of: news.com.au
“I got more hungry for runs”
India opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan has revealed that he has become mentally stronger, more consistent and is showing signs of improved strokeplay over the past year.
Image courtesy of: The Indian Express
Pujara’s confidence levels skyrocket whenever he is compared to Dravid
India batsman Cheteshwar Pujara has admitted that it is always a huge “morale-booster” for him when he is compared to Rahul Dravid as ‘The Wall’ was one of his “childhood idols”.
Image courtesy of: The Guardian
‘Mr Consistent’ did what he does best to knock South Africa out of the tournament
South Africa captain AB de Villiers was adamant that his side would not ‘choke’ during their semi-final encounter with England, but that was exactly what ended up happening as they were dominated and put out of their misery by Jonathan Trott.
There has been growing speculation that Afridi’s international career may be all but over
Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has advised veteran batsman Shahid Afridi to start playing domestic cricket once again, as he believes it is the only way the big-hitter will regain his touch with the bat.
Warner has to learn that not all deliveries can be thumped to the boundary
Australia captain Michael Clarke has announced that even though team-mate and opening batsman David Warner is an exceptional player, he has to learn when to apply the brakes and take a more defensive standpoint, especially if the team happens to be in a spot of bother.
