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Spin bowling is rich with mystery, deception, and nuance. Among the many deliveries that spinners deploy, two that continually captivate fans and torment batsmen are the googly and the doosra. Both are variations designed to mislead, yet their origins, mechanics, and challenges differ significantly. In today’s cricket landscape—across Tests, ODIs, and T20s—these deliveries still carry relevance, adaptation, and controversy. This article brings together the essence from past sources, updates it with current understanding, and presents a clear, easy‑to‑understand guide to the world of doosra, googly, and related spin magic. What Are They? Definitions & Origins Googly (aka “Wrong’un”) Doosra Together,…

In Test cricket — the longest and most traditional format of the sport — the lunch break isn’t just about food. It’s a strategically timed pause in a high-pressure day of cricket that affects not only players’ stamina and game plans but also the overall rhythm of the match. From specific laws to real-world match scenarios, here’s everything you need to know about lunch break timing in Test cricket. The Official Rule: What the Laws Say According to the MCC Laws of Cricket, lunch is taken after the first session of play, which typically lasts two hours. Here’s how it…

India’s dynamic left-handed opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has quickly carved a niche for himself with stylish and commanding centuries across formats. Whether it’s the longest format of the game or the blitzkrieg of T20s, Jaiswal continues to prove why he’s one of India’s brightest batting stars today. Let’s look at his century list in all formats, with fresh updates from the IND vs WI 2nd Test 2025, where he scored his 7th Test century — a fluent 102* in Delhi. Yashasvi Jaiswal Centuries Summary (All Formats) FormatMatchesCenturiesHighest ScoreNotable Century YearTest267214*Feb 2024 vs ENGODI10——T20I231100Oct 2023 vs NepalDomestic T20/IPL1183124IPL 2023 vs MIFirst-Class (FC)45152652022–2025Total—26——…

NZ-W VS BAN-W Match 11 Dream11 Team Prediction for Women’s World Cup 2025 Preview: Match no. 11 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 will be played between Bangladesh Women and the 2000 World Cup winner, New Zealand Women. This contest will be played at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, on Friday (October 10) at 3 PM IST. New Zealand women are searching for their first win of the tournament and are at the bottom of the points table. They will fancy their chances for a win here. Bangladesh have shown better performance this tournament. They outplayed Pakistan Women in their…

Women’s cricket has evolved dramatically in the last decade. What was once a subtle display of timing and placement has now transformed into a power-packed spectacle filled with fearless hitting, innovation, and high-scoring thrillers. Modern women batters are not only stylish but also destructive—capable of changing a game’s momentum within a few overs. Here’s a look at the Top 10 most dangerous women batters in world cricket (2025)—those who have consistently dominated international rankings and redefined power-hitting across formats. Top 10 Most Dangerous Women Batters (2025) RankPlayerCountryFormat StrengthKey AttributeNotable Record1Smriti MandhanaIndiaODI/T20IElegant aggression818 ODI rating2Beth MooneyAustraliaT20I/ODIConsistency794 T20I rating3Alyssa HealyAustraliaODI/T20IExplosive starts170(138) WC…

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Break 18-Year Wait, Win First Title in 2025 The Indian Premier League (IPL), the world’s most popular T20 cricket tournament, has given fans unforgettable moments since its start in 2008. Over the years, the league has seen thrilling finals, underdog stories, dominant dynasties, and emotional victories. The IPL 2025 edition witnessed history being made as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally lifted their maiden trophy after 18 years of waiting. RCB defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in a nail-biting final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, breaking their streak of heartbreaks in previous finals (2009, 2011, 2016).…

IND VS WI 2nd Test, Dream11 Team Prediction for India vs West Indies Test Series 2025 Preview: The live action of the second test between India and West Indies will begin at 9:30 AM IST on Friday. This game is slated to be held at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi between Friday and Tuesday. Shubman Gill and his men had an easy win in Ahmedabad, and they finished the game within three days. West Indies didn’t have an answer to all those challenges that India threw at them, and they surrendered in both innings. West Indies have had a very…

In a dramatic encounter at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, South Africa Women pulled off a stunning 3-wicket victory over India Women in the 10th match of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. Nadine de Klerk played the innings of her life, smashing an unbeaten 84 off just 54 balls to steer her side home with one over to spare. India Set a Challenging Target with Ghosh’s Record Knock India Women, after opting to bat first, posted a competitive total of 251 all out in 49.5 overs. It was wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh who stole…

The cricket calendar for 2026 is heading for another showdown between India and Pakistan — this time off the field. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to host the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 during the same window as the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, creating a direct clash between two of the world’s most-followed T20 tournaments. PSL and IPL 2026 Dates & Schedule: Collision According to internal scheduling discussions, PSL 2026 will be held from April to May, immediately after Ramadan, while the IPL 2026 is already locked in from March 15 to May 31.This means both leagues…

Afghanistan’s rise has been impressive in international cricket. Since the last decade or so, they have punched above their weight on many occasions. And some of that credit goes to their captain – Hashmatullah Shahidi. He has been at the centre of Afghanistan’s success, especially in ODI cricket. His stint has been remarkable and filled with some notable wins. In this article, we’ll look at Hashmatullah Shahidi’s captaincy record in international cricket. Hashmatullah Shahidi Captaincy Record in All Formats FormatMatchesWonLostTiedDrawnNo ResultWin%Test51301020.00ODI50252200350.00T20I——-Total55262501347.27 In 2021, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) handed the Test and ODI captaincy to Hashmatullah Shahidi. He replaced Asghar…