The India-South Africa series-defining fact is the catastrophic decline of Indian red ball cricket where a visiting team can mock us with the 'grovel' word.
South Africa is now holding a mirror to the world. It is led by a Black African captain, powered by a diverse group of players, and has just won the WTC and a series in India while sitting atop the Test rankings.
For 12 years, India didn't lose a home Test series. That ended in 2024 with 0–3 loss to NZ. Now a 0–2 drubbing by South Africa raises serious questions about Gambhir’s coaching.
Temba Bavuma highlighted the irony of facing racism in India, a brown-skinned nation that had stood firmly against apartheid. If there was ever a figurative slap in the face, this was it.
While the series will be remembered for the fierce contest, records, centuries & five-wicket hauls, several moments added spice to the clash, creating tense & high-stakes moments.
Racism is a problem for privileged mainlanders only when it's meted out to them abroad. In their own backyard, it's normalised as 'I was just kidding. Chill yaar'.
Orders issued by Army Headquarters reassign key operational commanders and senior intelligence officials, including the head of DGFI, the country’s premier military intelligence agency.
Gill is a spent force. He was a one trick pony.
The BCCI must start looking at substitutes.
As it is, Gill is more interested in making cringe-worthy Insta reels and dating actresses/models. His focus has shifted from cricket and it’s unlikely that he will be able to perform again.
Mr. Ghavri could not be more wrong in his advice.
The real solution lies in making more Instagram and TikTok reels. The more cringe-worthy the reels are the higher the chances of scoring a century on Australian pitches.
Also, partying hard with Bollywood actresses and models helps a lot in improving focus.
Gill is a spent force. He was a one trick pony.
The BCCI must start looking at substitutes.
As it is, Gill is more interested in making cringe-worthy Insta reels and dating actresses/models. His focus has shifted from cricket and it’s unlikely that he will be able to perform again.
Mr. Ghavri could not be more wrong in his advice.
The real solution lies in making more Instagram and TikTok reels. The more cringe-worthy the reels are the higher the chances of scoring a century on Australian pitches.
Also, partying hard with Bollywood actresses and models helps a lot in improving focus.