It is painful to watch Pakistan bat. It's not just about scoring, in cricket defense can be attractive to watch if done right. Next time you watch Pakistani batting, just focus on their feet for few balls or overs. You will notice one thing that is common in all of them, feet does not move or very little. They all rely on hand eye co-ordination to score runs. This does not work very well when ball is moving or spinning. Under those conditions they look clue less, their defense is also pretty much like a tail under, lot of play/miss action.
Following the first Ashes test there has been plenty of controversy and debate surrounding DRS. Adam Gilchrist who was famous for walking if he was out regardless of the umpires decision has weighed in with his views.
While his bowling performance normally covers for Mohammad Hafeez's continuing poor run with the bat, an average of 10 during his last 6 matches is not exceptable by any means for a frontline batsmen.
Should Mohammad Hafeez be persisted with or is it far more benefiical to ask him to regain form by playing at the domestic level?
Fast bowler Junaid Khan has been rested for at least the first two ODI's as part of a rotation policy. Do you think its a good idea to try other options or should the best bowlers always play when fit?
THE Australian cricket team in England has been rocked by explosive allegations of racial discrimination and also infighting between Test captain Michael Clarke and all-rounder Shane Watson.
Sacked coach Mickey Arthur has reportedly made the claims amidst his bid for up to $4 million in compensation, alleging he was discriminated against because of his South African background.