Arshdeep Singh, the left-arm pacer who rose to prominence as a death-over specialist, reflects on his rapid journey from debutant to a leader in the Indian pace attack. He shares insights on his transition from white-ball cricket to the red ball, emphasizing the importance of patience and his eagerness to excel in all formats.
Indian wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant had a disappointing return to red-ball cricket in the Duleep Trophy 2024 tournament, scoring just seven runs in the first round match. Despite hitting a boundary off the first ball he faced, Pant was dismissed early in the innings.
Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has urged the PCB to prioritize red-ball cricket, citing India’s success with the Duleep Trophy as a model. He criticized the current strategy of emulating Australia, New Zealand, and England, suggesting that Pakistan should focus on building a stronger foundation through four-day tournaments.
Ishan Kishan, the wicketkeeper-batsman, made a remarkable comeback to red-ball cricket with a brilliant century, including a stunning one-handed six, in the Buchi Babu tournament. The knock highlights his potential selection for the upcoming Bangladesh Test series.
