Joe Root dismissal ignites Bazball debate

[ad_1] Star England veteran Joe Root’s Bazball-like approach backfired big time on Saturday after being superbly caught at slip in bizarre circumstances. But one England great had no problem with Root’s brash shot, despite the ultimately ugly dismissal during the third day of the third Test against India at Rajkot. With Root seemingly set at … Read more

Day 3 Talking Points, Marnus Labuschagne, Travis Head, video, highlights, cricket news 2024

[ad_1] The Gabba Test between Australia and the West Indies is poised for a thrilling finale after opener Steve Smith survived a dramatic evening session on day three. Chasing a 216-run target for victory, Australia is 2-60 at stumps with Smith (33*) and all-rounder Cameron Green (9*) unbeaten overnight, needing a further 156 runs to … Read more

Allan Border says fielding standards are widening the gap between teams, analysis, second Test in Brisbane

[ad_1] Schooled on the importance of catching by respected coach Bob Simpson, Australian great Allan Border believes an increased focus on fielding would reduce the growing disparity between nations in Test nation. With the final Test of the summer beginning on Thursday at the Gabba, Australia is on the verge of sweeping all five Tests … Read more