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Hashim Amla - Brilliant at one drop

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:56:00 +0000

Number 3 is quite a difficult position to bat in test cricket. Not everyone can adjust to the challenges of technique as well as temperament at this position. In this post, I compare Hashim Amla to other great number 3 of this era, Rahul Dravid, Ricky Ponting and Kumar Sangakkara.

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Restructuring Indian domestic cricket

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 20:35:00 +0000

Shridhar Jaju writes on restructuring India's domestic cricket:

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India drown under

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 21:27:00 +0000

India have just lost their 7th consecutive away test. Surely, changes need to ringed in to make sure that India does not embarrass themselves the next time we tour abroad.

Here are my thoughts: India drown under.

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Test cricket and what can be done.

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 19:17:00 +0000

Test cricket has seen a lot of change over the years and in recent years, interests seem to be declining.

Here's my article on this topic and ways to increase interests and crowds in tests:
Test cricket and what can be done!

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Where does Harbhajan Singh go from here..?

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 19:05:00 +0000

Harbhajan Singh, the main spinner of the Indian team for a long while has not being selected for Australia's tour. The last couple of years, particularly in test cricket haven't gone as Harbhajan would have wanted. An average of close to 40 with a strike rate of more than 80 balls per wicket is really unlike India's lead spinner. The only series he actually looked good was when India toured South Africa last December where he picked up 15 scalps.

Hence, dropping him seemed a very apt decision. In fact, many have been demanding for this for a while now. In his absence, Pragyan Ojha and Ravichandran Ashwin have performed very well and given us enough reason to continue to trust them for the Australian tour. Together they picked up 42 wickets in the recently concluded 3-test match series against the WI. Ojha in my opinion, is the best spinner that India have and only needs more support from team management. In tests and limited over cricket alike, he should be given a long run for he has been successful consistently not only in the IPL, but more importantly in domestic cricket too.

Ashwin has performed exceptionally in debut series with more than 20 wickets and a maiden test century. This automatically made the situation for Harbhajan tighter. Add to this, the fact that the off-spinner from Punjab has managed to pick up just 2 wickets for 204 runs in 3 Ranji matches he has played this season. Invariably, not picking him for the upcoming tour was almost a given.

The bigger question is, should India think about Harbhajan anymore ?

There are two ways to go from here. Either back India's current pair for next couple of series and even if they don't perform, then look for other young talents on the domestic circuit. The other option of course, is bringing back Harbhajan in the squad after giving him some time off to regain his guile and rhythm. Most people who follow cricket keenly believe Harbhajan has lost his zeel and should not be brought back. Just for the sake of it, let us consider option two.

After being dropped, obviously his confidence will be on the lower side. For a man who won the world cup a few months ago, it must be quite a change to not tour with the team. So, if at all, the selectors decide to bring him back, they must time his re-selection to perfection. Harbhajan should be back in the team in the next 6 months(at max 8 months) after showing good form in domestic cricket. Else he should never get another look-in.

When a player is picked after a long time, often his whole aim of playing becomes securing his place in the squad. Though this might have worked in some cases, it usually doesn't help his own confidence or the team's cause. So, if picked, he must be picked soon. Bringing him back after 12-15 months, will only be bad for the team's interests. Rarely have cricketers come back from a long break and performed exceptional which makes it very important for players to be picked and dropped at the correct time.

Thus, supposing India keep going with this spin combination for about an year or so, then there should be no turning back. Even if a third spinner is needed, it must be a young talent. The likes of Iqbal Abdulla, KP Appanna and maybe even Piyush Chawla should be given a chance, instead of Harbhajan Singh.

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England v India Test Series 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 22:38:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

It is a preview of the test series between England and India followed by a prediction.

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The rise of the Indian supporter

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 20:17:00 +0000

My new article is ready and up at Sportkeeda.

It talks about how following India through this decade has been a wonderful experience

Here's the link: The Rise of the Indian supporter.

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IPL: The Delhi Story - Riding on Sehwag Factor

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Mon, 02 May 2011 21:13:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

It talks about Delhi Daredevils and their performances in the ongoing IPL 2011.

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IPL 2011 Week 1 Review

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 21:25:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

With one week of the IPL 2011 over, I discuss some of the best performances so far.

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The epic clash I witnessed live - India v Pakistan

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 18:43:00 +0000

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I share my experience of watching India v Pakistan World Cup Semi-Final at Mohali,
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Passion Redefined !!!! The Ahmedabad Experience

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 16:46:00 +0000

New post on Freehit Cricket is up.

Talks about my expereince of watching Quarter Final between India and Australia live in Ahmedabad.

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Judgement Day: India v Sri Lanka

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 15:50:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

Preview of India v Sri Lanka in the Final of Cricket World Cup 2011.

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No more choking business hopefully

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 15:49:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

Preview of New Zealand v South Africa QF in Cricket World Cup 2011.
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The Real Deal - India v Australia

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 15:45:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

Preview of the India-Australia QF, check it out here: The Real Deal - India v Australia

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Just another walkover for Pakistan ??

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 03:18:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

It takes a look at today's Quarter Final match between Pakistan and West Indies.

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Two cents on the Ashwin-Chawla debate

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 17:05:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

Talks about the debated Ashwin-Chawla issue.

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India v West Indies - Much to play for

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 17:00:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

Preview of India's last league game of the World Cup.

Here's the link: India vs West Indies - Much to play for

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Yet another marquee game ??

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 16:56:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

Preview of the much anticipated game between Pakistan and Australia.

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Everything to play for

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 16:51:00 +0000

New piece on HoldingWilley is up.

It is the preview of Sri Lanka versus New Zealand game at Mumbai.

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It's now or NEVER !! England v West Indies

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 16:42:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket.

A preview of the England vs WI game at Chennai, which is must win for England.

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The stand of Zimbabwean cricket

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 17:15:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

Talks about how cricket in Zimbabwe has undergone transition over time and is still evolving.

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The weak links of CWC 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 19:28:00 +0000

My new post on FreehitCricket is up.

It talks about Canada and Kenya, the underperformers of this world cup campaign.

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A ray of 'Green' hope

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 18:46:00 +0000

New post on FreehitCricket is up.

Written by me, it talks about team Ireland and how they have made me enjoy following their cricket.

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Every streak must end

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 16:33:00 +0000

My new post on HoldingWilley which takes a look at the World Cup Encounter between Sri Lanka and Australia.

Here's the link: Every streak must end

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The Real Contenders #6: Sri Lanka

noreply@blogger.com (Freehit) — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 18:52:00 +0000

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