Kartik raring to go on comeback Mahendra Singh Dhoni is of the opinion that Kartik is a valuable addition. "We feel a good left-arm spinner will have a role to play in Indian conditions," the captain said.
India need to ward off Johnson threat Mitchell Johnson belongs to a rare breed of bowlers- left-arm over, genuinely quick and able to swing the ball into the right-handers.
Yuvraj ready to rock Aussies on home turf A carefree spirit to start with, Yuvraj has shown in recent times that he is at supreme ease in embracing responsibility and draping it around him like a comfortable cloak.
Indians sweat it out The two teams will have a full practice session on Sunday at the Sector 16 stadium, which will be hosting its first international game in almost 15 years.
'DECISION ON AKHTAR BEFORE ODIS AGAINST SA'
PCB panel seeks more time The Pakistan Cricket Board's disciplinary panel delayed announcement of its findings from a hearing of charges of misconduct against fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar.
Champions in sports other than cricket complain that Indian cricketers get disproportionate rewards as compared to them. Are they justified in complaining? Is the recognition of achievements related to the popularity of the game? Deccan Herald had invited its readers to send in their opinions. Most readers feel that cricket is over-glorified and its players are pampered at the cost of other sports. Others contend that cricket is the nation’s religion and the players certainly deserve the booty.
