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Jamie Smith’s Knock Goes In Vain As England Succumb to Defeat

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Smith (PC- Debasis Sen) England wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith played a commendable knock under pressure on the final day of the second Test of the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy at Edgbaston. After losing three wickets late on Day 4, England suffered early blows on Day 5 as Ollie Pope and Harry Brook were dismissed quickly. However, the centurion from the first innings, Smith, joined captain Ben Stokes at the crease. Together, they steadied the innings and built a partnership of 70 runs from 115 balls, offering England some respite against the fiery Indian pace attack—particularly Akash Deep. After Stokes was trapped LBW by Washington Sundar, Chris Woakes joined Smith in the middle. Smith guided him well, and the pair added 46 runs from 70 deliveries. He then stitched a 27-run stand with Brydon Carse. But eventually, Smith fell 12 runs short of what could have been a remarkable second century in the match. The dynamic right-hander scored 88 from 99 balls, including nine fours and fo...
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ENG vs IND: Rewriting History- Virat Kohli’s special message for Shubman Gill

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Kohli_Gill (PC: X) Former India Test captain Virat Kohli congratulated newly appointed Indian captain Shubman Gill on his dream performance in the second Test at Edgbaston, where he scored a double century in the first innings and a century in the second. Kohli praised the number four batter on social media, writing: “Well played, star boy. Rewriting history… Onwards and upwards from here. You deserve all of this.” Captaincy brings pressure for many, but for Gill, it seems he is relishing the responsibility. In his first Test as captain, Gill scored a brilliant century to help India to a strong position. He made 147 runs off 227 balls, including 19 fours and a six. In the second match, he raised the bar even further, registering the highest score of his Test career — 269 runs off 387 balls — leading India to a total of 587. In the second innings, he added 161 runs off 162 balls at a strike rate of 99.38, with 13 fours and eight sixes. Across both innings, Gill amassed a total of ...
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“We’re Not Stupid”—Trescothick Admits Draw is Acceptable

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Trescothick (PC: Debasis_Sen) Trisha Ghosal in Birmingham After being handed a 608-run mountain to climb, and losing key wickets before stumps, England’s lead batting coach Marcus Trescothick fronted the media with a tone that was both realistic and defiant. While conceding that the situation is “challenging,” Trescothick made it clear that England haven’t parked the bus just yet. But he also acknowledged that a draw, under such pressure, would not be a bad result. “We’re not stupid… we’ll go for it” – On England’s mindset “It will be challenging —absolutely,” Trescothick said, reflecting on the size of the task. “But once the ball gets softer in about 10-15 overs, we’ll reassess. We’re not the kind of dressing room that shuts shop. That’s just not who we are. We’ll go for it.” “Three results are always on the table” – On the draw being acceptable In a rare moment of openness, Trescothick admitted that England are pragmatic enough to embrace a draw if the situation demands it....
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“Akash Ball to Root Was a Dream”: Morkel Praises Seamers, Justifies Tactical Gamble

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Morkel (PC: Debasis_Sen) Trisha Ghosal in Birmingham India asserted complete control over the Test match with a relentless display of pace bowling under fading Birmingham light. After Shubman Gill’s imperious second-innings ton helped set England a towering target of 608, it was the seamers — led by Akash Deep — who lit up Edgbaston, blowing away the English top-order. Bowling coach Morne Morkel, addressing the media at day’s end, was visibly pleased with how his attack executed plans. Dream delivery: On Akash Deep’s ball to Root “That’s the sort of delivery you dream of as a fast bowler,” Morkel said of the peach that cleaned up Joe Root. “Top of off, just enough movement — absolutely world-class. It shows the kind of skill Akash brings and how well he’s adapted to these conditions.” Siraj: The heartbeat of the attack Asked about Mohammed Siraj’s role, Morkel was glowing in his praise. “He’s a guy I have immense respect for. He’ll always push his limits. In this Test, he’s ta...
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BAN vs IND: India’s White-Ball Tour to Bangladesh Postponed to September 2026

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India’s white ball cricket tour of Bangladesh is postponed to September 2026 (PC: RevSportz) India’s white-ball cricket tour of Bangladesh, originally scheduled for August 2025, has now been rescheduled to September 2026. The decision was taken following discussions between the two boards. “This decision has been reached following discussions between the two boards, taking into account the international cricketing commitments and scheduling convenience of both teams,” the BCCI said in a statement. Bangladesh Cricket Board President Aminul Islam also confirmed the change, stating, “The BCB looks forward to welcoming India in September 2026 for this eagerly anticipated series. Revised dates and fixtures for the tour will be announced in due course.” Original Schedule and Importance of the Tour In April 2025, the BCB had announced that India would play three ODIs on 17, 20, and 23 August, followed by three T20Is on 26, 29, and 31 August. Reportedly, the first two ODIs and the last...
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ENG vs IND: Yashasvi Jaiswal Equals Record for Fastest Indian to Reach 2000 Test Runs

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Yashasvi Jaiswal (PC: Debasis Sen)   On Day 3 of the second Test against England at Edgbaston, Yashasvi Jaiswal added another feather to his cap by becoming the joint-fastest Indian to reach 2,000 runs in Test cricket. The young left-hander achieved the milestone with his 10th run in the second innings, reaching the mark in his 40th Test innings — a record he now shares with Rahul Dravid and Virender Sehwag. At just 23 years and 188 days old, Jaiswal is also the second-youngest Indian to reach this landmark. Only the great Sachin Tendulkar achieved it at a younger age — 20 years and 330 days. Fewest innings to 2,000 Test runs (India):  40 – Rahul Dravid, Virender Sehwag, Yashasvi Jaiswal  43 – Vijay Hazare, Gautam Gambhir  44 – Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar  45 – Sourav Ganguly  46 – Cheteshwar Pujara Jaiswal played a brilliant knock of 87 runs from 107 balls, including 13 boundaries, in the first innings. In the second innings, he made a p...
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“Everyone Knows We’ll Go for the Win” — Harry Brook Warns India Despite Deficit

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Harry Brook at the PC (PC: RevSportz) Trisha Ghosal in Birmingham It was India’s day again at Edgbaston. After reducing England to 84/5, the visitors looked set to dominate. But then came a stunning 303-run partnership between Harry Brook and debutant Jamie Smith that brought England roaring back. However, a late collapse triggered by the second new ball saw England all out for 420. England are trailing by 244, India still has nine wickets in hand, the game seems to be slipping—but Harry Brook believes there’s still hope. After stumps, he addressed the press. On where the match stands “Yeah, they’re ahead at the moment. But in cricket, anything can happen. If we get a couple of early wickets tomorrow morning, we’re back in the contest.” On England’s mindset heading into Day 4 “Obviously, we’ve got a big task ahead. But everyone in the world knows we’ll go for the win. That’s how we play—try to put pressure and push the game forward.” On the partnership with Jamie Smith “It w...
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