Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Babar Azam becomes the only batsman ranked among top 5 in all formats

Babar Azam captain

Pakistani cricketer Babar Azam becomes the only batsman in the world to be ranked among the top-five in all three formats, ICC reported on Tuesday. The right-handed batsman became the top-five player after he made 47-run in the second Test match against England. The Test was drawn after heavy rain disturbed the match. [embedpost slug=”second-test-between-pakistan-and-england-ends-in-a-draw/”] … Read more

Saliva ban: Dukes ball manufacturing company suggests another method

Saliva ban: Dukes ball manufacturing company suggests another method

Bowlers and teams are worried after an ICC put a ban on saliva due to the coronavirus, but Dukes ball manufacturing company has come up with a solution. Cricket bowlers usually use saliva and sweat to polish one side of the ball, especially the old ball, so that the ball can be swung. But the … Read more

ICC says no to ‘saliva’ for polishing the ball

ICC panel

International Cricket Committee (ICC) panel has now prohibited the use of saliva to shine the ball to mitigate the risks posed by COVID-19 when the cricket resumes. Media reports said The committee,proposed that local umpires be appointed for matches in the short term to deal with international travel restrictions during the pandemic. Furthermore the committee also … Read more