‘I criticized him to the maximum but he needed it’ – Former selector praises Harshit Rana after match-winning performance against New Zealand

Former chief selector Kris Srikkanth has credited Harshit Rana as he has proven himself as an all-rounder in bowling. Harshit delivered a solid all-round performance in the opening match in Vadodara on January 11. Srikkanth also admitted to being very critical of Harshit in the past, but emphasized that the scrutiny was something that was […]

‘I would pay to attend their team meetings’ – R Ashwin impressed by ‘analytically driven’ New Zealand | CricTracker

Former India all-rounder R Ashwin has showered praise on the New Zealand cricket team’s planning and execution, saying he would happily pay money to gain access to their team meetings to observe how they think about their business. The off-spinner, known for his sharp cricket analysis, made the comments ahead of the second ODI between […]

IND vs NZ 2026: Little ODI cricket between major events makes this series more important, says Henry Nicholls | CricTracker

New Zealand batsman Henry Nicholls believes the scarcity of one-day internationals between major global tournaments has made bilateral ODI series increasingly important, with the ongoing series against India described as “more important”. Speaking to the media ahead of New Zealand’s training session at the Niranjan Shah Stadium on Tuesday, Nicholls raised questions about the relevance […]

‘Don’t know what cricket you’ve seen’ – Harshit Rana snaps at reporter after India win over New Zealand | CricTracker

Harshit Rana was unhappy with a reporter’s question about India’s effectiveness with the new ball without Jasprit Bumrah in charge of the line-up. Harshit made his views known after India registered a four-wicket win with six deliveries to spare at the Kotambi Stadium on January 11. The journalist had told Harshit how the Indian bowling […]

IND vs NZ 2026: ‘You can’t control the big ones, they have their way’ – Kyle Jamieson on Virat Kohli show in Vadodara ODI | CricTracker

Kyle Jamieson credited Virat Kohli‘s class after playing a match-defining knock in the first ODI of the series between India and New Zealand on January 11. Kohli registered 93 off 91 in an innings that consisted of eight fours and a six. Jamieson, who was also Kohli’s teammate at Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2021, admitted […]

IND vs NZ 2026: Irfan Pathan praises ‘Virat consistent Kohli’ after match-defining 93-run knock in Vadodara

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan is full of praise Virat Kohli‘s consistency and batting ability after the latter’s 93-run knock off 91 deliveries played a key role in India’s victory against New Zealand in the first ODI of the three-match series. Kohli’s majestic innings resulted in the star batsman bagging his 45th Player of the […]

Mohammed Shami’s international comeback on New Zealand ODI cards

experienced pacer Mohammed Shami is firmly in contention for a return to international cricket, with India’s three-match ODI series against New Zealand scheduled to begin on January 11, 2026. After months on the sidelines following an injury, Shami’s impressive domestic performances have caught the attention of the selectors, especially with Jasprit Bumrah set to be […]