Michael Holding

As Harbhajan Singh, Aakash Chopra and Navjot Singh Sidhu face social media criticism over their IPL commentary, Ian Bishop stands out for his meticulous research-driven approach. The former West Indies pacer credits ground journalists for fueling his storytelling, balances energy with silence, and draws on Richie Benaud’s wisdom to handle criticism with perspective.

The fieriness in his youth would have cost him his life if he grew up in England, feels fast bowling great Michael Holding who has also become a leading voice against racism. "I don't think I would be alive today. As a young man I was a bit fiery. I kicked a stump out of the ground in New Zealand (1980) so can you imagine me going through what Ebony went through?" he said.

West Indies cricket great Michael Holding, who came out in support of the 'Black Lives Matter' movement, has been named the 'Best Pundit' at the SJA British Sports Journalism Award 2020.

"They have too much power. I do not believe any country should be able to dictate to the rest of the world," said Michael Holding.

Fast bowling great Michael Holding has alleged misuse of half a million US dollars that BCCI donated to Cricket West Indies besides raising questions on the financial management of the game's governing body in the island nations. On a YouTube show, Holding displayed the audit report of Pannell Kerr Foster on cricket governance in the Caribbean & raised several red flags.

Former West Indies cricketer Michael Holding heaped praise on India fast bowler Mohammed Shami and stated his immaculate line and length makes it difficult for the batsmen to face him. Holding also tried to decode how Shami manages to outfox his opponents despite not being as quick as his contemporaries.

Former West Indies pacer Michael Holding feels matches behind closed doors remains an option during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic that has ruined the entire cricket season. All bilateral series have been called off while national T20 leagues like the Indian Premier League have been postponed with an eye on the pandemic.

West Indies legend Michael Holding says England's decision to cancel its white-ball tours of Pakistan smacked of "western arrogance" and the country wouldn't have ever done this to a "rich and powerful" India.

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Thursday said the voice of Michael Holding will be missed by millions across the globe as the former Windies pacer announced his retirement from broadcasting.

Former West Indies pacer and commentator Michael Holding has cocked a snook at the Indian Premier League (IPL), terming it not quite cricket.

The great Michael Holding has picked South African Dale Steyn among his top-four fast bowlers across generations and his list includes fellow West Indians Malcolm Marshall and Andy Roberts besides Australian Denis Lillee. Steyn picked 439 Test wickets at a stellar average of 22.95 and has one of the smoothest actions in the game.

Michael Holding, nicknamed 'Whispering Death' for his smooth and quiet run-up to the stumps, spoke to TOI on the art of swing, both conventional and reverse.

The legendary Michael Holding, one of the fiercest pacers and one of the most respected voices in world cricket, has called time on his illustrious career as a commentator and broadcaster.

West Indies legend and broadcaster Michael Holding has been appointed as the MCC Foundation patron on Saturday.

Michael Holding earned the nickname 'Whispering Death' for his silent yet rapid approach to the bowling crease. His most famous spell was in 1976 against England where he took 14 wickets. Off the field, Holding became a respected commentator known for his deep understanding of cricket and composed demeanor.

West Indian fast bowling legend Michael Holding has given a thumbsup to the BCCI's move to leave more grass on pitches in domestic cricket. He feels it was a major reason why India's seamers, and even their batsmen, did well in the World Cup.

Michael Holding, one of the most revered commentators of world cricket and known for his strong views and razor-sharp comments, has decided to hang up the mic. He has already informed his decision to his employers in the UK and South Africa.

West Indies legend Michael Holding has serious doubts over Jasprit Bumrah's ability as a new ball bowler and said his specific skills does not make him an automatic choice in the playing eleven during India's tour of England later this year.

Michael Holding, never the one to mince words, says the ball tampering was mishandled by everyone concerned.

Former West Indies pace bowler and commentator Michael Holding feels he has seen a huge transformation in the Indian team's fitness levels from the time he used to compete against India in the 70s and 80s.

Fast bowling legend Michael Holding has hinted that he is unlikely to continue commentating beyond 2021 as age is catching up with him. One of the most respected voices in world cricket, the 66-year-old Holding has been with the Sky Sports for the past 21 years.

With his short run-up, Jasprit Bumrah makes it extremely difficult for batsmen to measure his pace but the Indian pacer' body may not hold for long because of that approach, reckons West Indies' fast bowling great Michael Holding.

One of the criticisms that has been levelled against many cricketers in the recent past is that a lot of them have chosen to become 'T20 freelancers' and play cricket in T20 leagues around the world and in some cases turn their backs on national duty. The legendary Michael Holding spoke very candidly on the subject.

West Indies cricket great Michael Holding, who came out in support of the 'Black Lives Matter' movement, has been awarded the Freedom of the City of London along with former England women's team player Ebony Rainford-Brent for standing up against racism.

It is impossible to completely wipe off racism from the world, feels fast bowling great Michael Holding, who would "bruise his knee" to the grave if he was still an active player but doesn't want anyone to take the gesture as "a tick-in-the-box exercise".

West Indies great Michael Holding has criticised England cricket team's "moment of unity" gesture in the ongoing Test series against New Zealand, saying it was not supporting Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement but giving subtle meaning of "all lives matter".

West Indies fast bowling great Michael Holding hailed the "fantastic" career that former India captain MS Dhoni has had in international cricket. "This man made almost 5,000 Test runs and remember, he's not a pure batsman, he's a wicket keeper. Over such a long career to be able keep wickets and do such a fantastic job is commendable," Holding said.

West Indies fast bowling great Michael Holding struggled to hold back tears on a live broadcast while talking about the racism his parents faced, a day after his powerful speech on the sensitive subject.

Looking to suck out every dollar available, cricket was suffering from an overkill and the coronavirus-forced break should be used to introspect whether the game is heading in the right direction, says West Indies fast bowling great Michael Holding.

When it comes to T20 leagues around the world, IPL emerges as the biggest player in the market and its success leads the other cricketing nations to launch their leagues but former India captain Sourav Ganguly reckons "only a few" financially sustainable leagues are going to survive.