Smith said he expects the Indian attack to pose a stiff challenge irrespective of the combination they go with.
The players of which country had the best IPL 2023? Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji find out.
Has any cricketing legend asked the all-powerful BCCI Secretary Jay A Shah how selections are taking place without a chief selector in place for the last four months? Who takes all the important decisions at selection meetings?, asks Harish Kotian.
A simple Estonian soup that's much tastier than you imagine.
Looking back at the five-match ODI series, rising South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada termed his one-on-one battle with Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the of opening contest in Kanpur as his best display of the series.
Mohit Sharma says the strategy to not experiment much against a belligerent Suryakumar Yadav worked.
Ahead of the WTC final between India and Australia, Ricky Ponting picked Australia's playing XI.
IMAGES from the 2nd T20I played between India and Australia in Nagpur on Friday.
Five-time champions Mumbai Indians will look to continue their winning momentum when they face a resurgent Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Sam Bahadur is a mechanical summary of his life, ticking off one chapter after another without bothering to pause or ponder over their significance and influences, observes Sukanya Verma.
These mushrooms are a perfect side with the drinks at a weekend biryani party.
Team India is all set to take on Australia in the final of the ICC World Test Championship final from Wednesday at The Oval and this 'Ultimate Test' also brings with it a set of milestones that players can establish during the course of the match.
A late bloomer, Tye has gone on to become an integral part of Australia's T20 set-up after making his international debut in January, 2016, at the age of 29.
A peanut stuffed snack invented for winter evenings with garam chai.
Australia are slated to play four Tests and three ODIs during their tour of India in February-March.
Getting the opportunity in the absence of Mitchell Marsh, who got married on Sunday, Manish Pandey lasted only one ball and the veteran batter will be keen to make an impact at Kotla.
David relied on his experience and formed an unbeaten match-winning partnership of 62 runs with Tilak Varma.
A red-hot Bengal will have a chance to win their first Ranji Trophy title in 33 years when they face Saurashtra, bolstered by the return of pacer and domestic game heavyweight Jaydev Unadkat, in the summit clash in Kolkata from Thursday.
Rohit completed 10 years as captain of the five time IPL champions.
IMAGES from the match between Australia and The Netherlands, played in New Delhi on Wednesday.
umbai Indians overcame some tense moments to pull off a last-ball win over Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Tuesday.
Keisha Santwan, 16, and her travel-obsessed family love the joy of exploring new places.
From using bio-fuels to revamping in-flight food and drinks services, eschewing mass-produced chicken/eggs in favour of local, farm-raised options to offering eco-friendly toys for children, airlines try out inventive measures to encourage carbon-neutral practices.
Following their fourth loss of the season, a disappointed Rohit Sharma said the team need to execute their plans correctly.
Drink plenty of water or fluids to keep your electrolytes and toxins in check, suggests Dr Vidhe Sharma.
Summer calls for a light brunch with fresh berries and chicken or grilled paneer.
Whip up spreads on the double, especially when supplies run low.
Bottle gourd is far more tasty than you realise especially when had in steamed dumplings along with Dahi Kadhi.
Treat your mommy to breakfast in bed or a yummy nashta of Kairi Makai Dhokla and a tall glass of Mango Lassi or Mango Thandai.
An interesting, colourful, snack to serve guests.
Make a quick, easy, scrumptious breakfast with besan.
Cool and refreshing, these drinks are delicious and detoxifying.
The two obvious best choices are to combine OTT viewing time with some good eating, because Joe, Rishi and Co don't have to be the only ones dining well.
Enjoy this healthy dal with steamed rice, jeera rice, naans or tandoori rotis.
Statistical highlights on day 3 of the first Test between India and New Zealand in Kanpur on Saturday.
Skipper Rohit Sharma would fancy a perfect culmination to Indian team's World Cup preparations as hosts eye a rare clean sweep of Australia in the third and final ODI in Rajkot on Wednesday.
Will India extend their run to make it 8-0? Or will Pakistan be able to snap the streak?
Bolstered by the comprehensive win in the series opener, an upbeat India will look to assert their supremacy over an inexperienced West Indies with yet another commanding show in the second cricket Test, starting in Kingston on Saturday. The 'Men In Blue' made a confident start to the 2016-17 season, recording India's biggest win outside the sub-continent when they thrashed the hosts by an innings and 92 runs in the opening cricket Test.
Rohit Sharma ended his barren spell with the bat as Mumbai Indians edged Delhi Capitals off the final ball of the match.
Mumbai Indians face an uphill task against the firepower of Kolkata Knight Riders batters when the teams clash in Mumbai on Sunday in the Indian Premier League, with both former champions looking to get their campaigns back on track.
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