In this series, we won't focus only on his scores, runs, or other statistical data. Instead, we'll ask a different question — how is he able to score these runs and play cricket in this particular way? Through this article, we'll explore the small technical details that shape his batting and understand how those details influence his playing style. We'll look at his stance, movement, bat swing, footwork, and shot selection, and how these elements work together to build his batting. We'll also look at a few technical areas where he could improve with time. And wherever possible, we'll try to connect his statistics with his technique — not just looking at how many runs he has scored, but understanding how his technique helps him produce those runs. Ultimately, the goal isn't simply to look at Ayush Mhatre as a young batter. It's to understand how the details of a young batter's technique can shape the way he plays the game. Stance & Base: ...

  Manchester Super Giants have finally done it! 🏆 Manchester Super Giants have won their maiden Men’s Hundred title , and what a way to do it. They defeated Trent Rockets by 5 wickets in the final to lift the trophy for the first time. Every team plays a tournament with one goal — to win it. And when that goal is finally achieved, the happiness and emotions of the players are truly worth watching. We got to see exactly that in the Men’s Hundred final, when Manchester Super Giants won the match. And the celebrations that followed were absolutely incredible! First inning: How it started Trent Rockets batted first, but Manchester Super Giants’ bowlers put on a brilliant performance and restricted them to 158 runs. Noor Ahmad was the standout bowler, picking up three wickets, while Sonny Baker also chipped in with two wickets to keep the Rockets under control. Manchester had done a great job of restricting them to a manageable total, but still, this was a final. And 158 in a fin...

Could you believe the mighty Australia struggling in its own ground if front of Bangladesh team. A pure clinical performance by team Bangladesh on 1 test of Bangladesh tour of Australia taking lead in the series.  This was one of those matches. Bangladesh chocked team Australia and by the fourth day, they had done something they had never done before — win a Test match on Australian soil. Honestly, looking at the names in the Australian XI before the match, very few people would have expected Bangladesh to dominate the game in this manner. Australia had their experienced bowling attack, home conditions and the reputation of being one of the strongest Test teams in the world. But Bangladesh did not seem interested in worrying about any of that. Bangladesh Started the Match With a Statement The story started with the opening day where Australia were bowled out for just 198, and Bangladesh's bowlers completely dominated with there bowling performance and immediately put the ...

Whenever an umpire makes a controversial decision, it becomes a major issue. Media houses run it in their news, big headlines are created, and controversies erupt everywhere. However, there is one method of dismissal which, despite being completely legal, whenever a batter is dismissed that way, it sparks controversy every single time, headlines are made, and media houses run heavy propaganda on it. This method of getting a batter out is called 'Mankading'. In this article, we will talk in detail about what Mankading is, how it is a completely legal rule, and explore all the essential details you need to know about it. What is Mankading and Why is it Called So? When a bowler, during their bowling run-up and before completing their action, hits the stumps with the ball, and the player standing at the non-striker's end is found outside their crease at that moment, it is given out via Mankading—which is essentially a type of run-out. ...

Cricket pitches have traditionally relied entirely on natural soil and grass. However, the demands of modern cricket have increased significantly. With a packed calendar featuring international fixtures, domestic tournaments, and high-frequency franchise leagues, maintaining traditional grass-and-soil pitches is more challenging than ever. Weather conditions add another layer of complexity. Frequent rainfall and tight schedules leave ground staff with very little time to prepare and recover suitable playing surfaces between matches. These constraints have driven the demand for more durable, resilient pitches, leading to the rise of hybrid cricket pitches —a system combining natural grass with synthetic fibres to reinforce the surface while preserving traditional turf characteristics. A leading technology in this space is SISGrass . This article explores how hybrid pitches work, the technology behind SISGrass, and why they are transforming modern cricket. What Is a Hybrid Pitc...

What Is the Impact Player Rule? The Impact Player Rule is one of the most significant innovations introduced in modern T20 cricket. Under this rule, a team can replace one player from its playing XI with a nominated substitute during the match, giving it an additional tactical option beyond its original combination. The main idea behind introducing the Impact Player Rule was to make T20 cricket more dynamic, strategic and entertaining while adding a new tactical dimension to the game. Teams can make decisions based on the match situation, pitch conditions, batting or bowling requirements, and the strengths and weaknesses of their opponents. The rule is most prominently associated with the Indian Premier League (IPL) , where it has become an important part of team strategy. Other T20 competitions have also experimented with their own forms of tactical substitutions, although their systems and regulations are not necessarily identical to the IPL's Impact Player Rule. Becau...

Have you ever noticed a sudden 7-minute break between innings or days where a spitting, bowler-friendly minefield suddenly transforms into a batter’s paradise? If you follow Test cricket closely, you have likely heard commentators announce: “The batting captain has opted for the heavy roller.” But what does this 7-minute tactical decision actually do to the wicket, and why can it make or break a Test match? 📌 Heavy vs Light Roller in Cricket: Quick Summary The primary difference lies in weight and soil compaction. A heavy roller (1.5 to 3+ tonnes) compacts the pitch deeply to flatten cracks and grass, producing a true-bouncing, batting-friendly surface for the first 15–20 overs. In contrast, a light roller (0.5 to 1 tonne) only smooths the top crust, preserving the pitch's natural seam, carry, and spin without crumbling the underlying soil. Heavy Roller vs Light Roller: Key Differences To understand why a captain chooses one roller ov...