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“We’re very lucky to have Mitch in our team”
Australia all-rounder Shane Watson has announced that he believes the reason the baggy greens are currently holding on to a 2-1 lead in the ongoing seven-match ODI series against India is due to the fact that left-arm pace bowler Mitchell Johnson “provides a big X-factor for us”.
Watson will have to stay healthy if he is to fill Ponting’s spot on the Test roster
With former Australia captain Ricky Ponting having bid the game he grew up playing farewell, Cricket Australia and the national selectors have been left with the tough task of finding a suitable candidate to fill the veteran’s spot on the national team, and as of right now, all-rounder Shane Watson has emerged as the frontrunner.
Saker believes Broad finds it difficult bowling in different conditions
England bowling coach David Saker has admitted that pace bowler Stuart Broad’s fitness will be a major concern for the entire national team since he has the ability to be a game-changer.
Underwood believes Panesar can lead England to victory in India for the first time in 27 years
Former England spinner Derek Underwood has labelled left-arm spinner Monty Panesar as the x-factor for the fourth Test against India at Nagpur.
Pietersen did not restart his international career in the best of ways
England batsman Ian Bell has announced that Kevin Pietersen will be the x-factor for the national team throughout their four-Test series against India.
Gibson is looking for the West Indies to start climbing up the Test rankings
Following the West Indies’ win against Sri Lanka in the final of the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Twenty20, head coach Ottis Gibson has announced that the next aim for the national team is to become ranked as one of the top five nations in Test cricket.
Kirsten believes Kohli can go on to become an Indian legend
South Africa coach Gary Kirsten, who formerly coached India as well, has revealed that batsman Virat Kohli has transformed himself into a world-class player after being heavily criticised for his aggressive attitude.
Wright was England’s leading run scorer in the tournament
England batsman Kevin Pietersen has given full credit to the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Australia’s Big Bash League for Luke Wright’s dazzling performances during the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Twenty20.
