Despite ending a 15-year drought with a stunning Test victory at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, England captain Ben Stokes didn’t hold back—calling the MCG pitch ‘not ideal.’ Steve Smith echoed concerns, citing excessive grass and seam movement. We unpack the controversy.
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In a quiet Vijay Hazare Trophy match, an unknown spinner achieved a dream: dismissing Virat Kohli. What followed—a signed ball, a photo, and a viral post—captured the spirit of cricket beyond rivalry.
Steve Smith has revealed why no batter could settle on the MCG deck during the Ashes—citing thick grass and unusual moisture that made the ball ‘sit’ after pitching.
In a gritty performance on a bowler-dominated pitch, Steve Smith etched his name into Ashes folklore—surpassing Allan Border to become Australia’s second-highest run-scorer against England in Ashes history, trailing only the legendary Don Bradman.
Despite being global cricket icons, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma earn a mere ₹60,000 per match in India’s Vijay Hazare Trophy—a tiny fraction of their international fees. So why are they playing? The answer reveals the soul of Indian cricket.