Bob Massie

Former India player W V Raman remembers the crowd at Marina Cricket Grounds shouting advice well worth considering to him.

Little did Narendra Hirwani know that he would scalp 16 wickets (8-61 & 8-75) on his Test debut against Windies in Madras to help India level the series.

As he is well-armed with all the tricks of his trade and has been single-handedly demolishing the opposition, Bhuvneshwar can be called India's one man army.

Pakistan's Sajid Khan and Noman Ali excelled in a historic Test win against England in Multan, taking all 20 wickets. Their teamwork led Pakistan to their first home win in almost four years. Left-armer Noman praised Sajid's high energy, and experts believe their spin combination can consistently secure home victories.

Legendary opener Sunil Gavaskar said he was “fortunate” to have made his debut (back in 1971 in the West Indies) with a star-studded Indian team, which had Salim Durani in it as a senior member.

Bowlers traditionally get the ball to move or swing in the air, thereby making it harder for batsmen to hit, by applying shine to one side via sweat -- which can still be used -- or saliva. However, as a temporary measure to combat COVID-19, the ICC's cricket committee has suggested banning the use of saliva.

On the 30th anniversary of Narendra Hirwani’s debut Test, in which he spun a deadly web around the West Indies in Chennai, TOI takes a trip down memory lane...

Abdul Ismail, the 'king of swing bowling' from Mumbai's golden era of cricket, has passed away at 79 due to cardiac arrest. He was instrumental in Mumbai's Ranji Trophy dominance, securing 244 wickets in first-class games. Here's a look back at his immaculate career and what made it so special.

India's 500th Test: Kanpur's Green Park Stadium will host the 500th Test match played by an Indian cricket team, when Virat Kohli's side faces New Zealand from September 22. Ahead of India's 500th Test match in Kanpur, here's a look at 10 of their most memorable Test wins at home.

Ahead of Stuart Broad’s 100th Test, here’s a look at ten defining performances.