'We are not coach and player anymore': Ishant Sharma lays out equation with 'fierce competitor' Ricky Ponting
10 months, 1 week ago

'We are not coach and player anymore': Ishant Sharma lays out equation with 'fierce competitor' Ricky Ponting

Hindustan Times  

In 2008, a 19-year-old Ishant Sharma ran riot with the ball against Australia at the WACA in Perth and troubled one of the best in history, Ricky Ponting, with his disciplined line and length. Cut to 2023, Ishant has now become a veteran of the game and playing under the guidance of his old arch-nemesis Ponting in the Indian Premier League for Delhi Capitals. Ishant Sharma and Ricky Ponting share a great camaraderie on the field. He’s been a terrific leader of this bowling attack for the last four-five years,” said Ponting in a video shared by IPL.

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Ricky Ponting reveals 'desperate' reason for linking up with Shreyas Iyer again: 'At Delhi Capitals we...'
1 week ago

Ricky Ponting reveals 'desperate' reason for linking up with Shreyas Iyer again: 'At Delhi Capitals we...'

Hindustan Times  

Punjab Kings made a couple of big splashes in the months between the 2024 and 2025 seasons of the Indian Premier League. They first signed Australia legend and renowned T20 coach Ricky Ponting as their head coach. This reunited Iyer, who has been captain of the Kings, with Ponting; the pair had worked together with the Delhi Capitals earlier. Shreyas …

'Sourav Ganguly stood up against Warner-influenced Ponting in DC...': Kaif exposes Aussie legend in warning to PBKS
4 months, 1 week ago

'Sourav Ganguly stood up against Warner-influenced Ponting in DC...': Kaif exposes Aussie legend in warning to PBKS

Hindustan Times  

Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif, on Monday, exposed Australia legend Ricky Ponting's coaching style as he opened up on his partnership with him at Delhi Capitals. Kaif revealed how Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly played a major role in Delhi's run to the final in 2020, and said that Ponting's biggest regret in his seven-year tenure as head coach would …

Ponting labels Gambhir a 'prickly character' after Team India coach questions his Kohli comments
4 months, 1 week ago

Ponting labels Gambhir a 'prickly character' after Team India coach questions his Kohli comments

Firstpost  

War of words breaks out between Ricky Ponting and Gautam Gambhir as former Australia captain labels Team India coach a ‘prickly character’ after his comments on Virat Kohli was questioned. Recently, Ponting while analysing Virat Kohli’s form ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy questioned the lack of centuries from the star batter in Test cricket in the last five years. “I …

Ricky Ponting's Delhi Capitals desire to be fulfilled at Punjab Kings: 'He was trying to get me...'
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Ricky Ponting's Delhi Capitals desire to be fulfilled at Punjab Kings: 'He was trying to get me...'

Hindustan Times  

Ricky Ponting is set to take charge as head coach of the Punjab Kings in the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League and it looks like one of his unfulfilled desires at Delhi Capitals would come true as soon as he joins the team. Ricky Ponting was head coach of DC for seven years Prabhsimran was one of just …

‘Ishant and Jadeja had an exchange …Ponting tore into Indian team': When Australia conspired to stir controversy in BGT
6 months, 1 week ago

‘Ishant and Jadeja had an exchange …Ponting tore into Indian team': When Australia conspired to stir controversy in BGT

Hindustan Times  

Over the past few years, the Indian and Australian cricket teams have engaged in some thrilling red-ball battles, with the Asian Giants enjoying an edge in bilateral contests. Ishant Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja had some disagreements during BGT 2018-19 Under Kohli's leadership, India became the first Asian side to register a Test series win on Australian soil in 2018-19. The …

Why Ricky Ponting feels Pakistan head coach is like Gautam Gambhir: ‘He will have some challenges but…’
7 months, 1 week ago

Why Ricky Ponting feels Pakistan head coach is like Gautam Gambhir: ‘He will have some challenges but…’

Hindustan Times  

Making headlines with his bold prediction of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting also reserved special praise for Pakistan's head coach Jason Gillespie on Tuesday. While Gillespie was appointed Pakistan men's Test coach, former South African batter Gary Kirsten took over the coaching reins in the white-ball format. Ricky Ponting recently backed Australia to hand India 3-1 defeat …

‘Neither I nor BCCI approached any Australian player with India head coach offer’: Jay Shah quashes Ponting's claim
10 months ago

‘Neither I nor BCCI approached any Australian player with India head coach offer’: Jay Shah quashes Ponting's claim

Hindustan Times  

BCCI secretary Jay Shah denied approaching "any former Australian cricketer" for the Indian cricket team's head coach role a day after Ricky Ponting claimed that he had "a few one-to-one" discussions with the board officials regarding the same during IPL 2024. The BCCI secretary added that India's next head coach, who would take over the mantle from former India captain …

Ponting not in race to be India coach despite being approached
10 months ago

Ponting not in race to be India coach despite being approached

Hindustan Times  

By Amlan Chakraborty Ponting not in race to be India coach despite being approached NEW DELHI, - Australia great Ricky Ponting was sounded out for the India head coach's role but the 49-year-old said he is not in the race to succeed Rahul Dravid in that high-profile job. The India cricket board has advertised the job as Dravid's contract expires …

Doesn't exactly fit into my lifestyle, Ponting turns down India head coach approach
10 months ago

Doesn't exactly fit into my lifestyle, Ponting turns down India head coach approach

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Australia great Ricky Ponting has revealed that he was approached for the soon-to-be-vacant India head coach position but he has declined the offer as it doesn't fit into his "lifestyle" right now. Ponting, who recently completed seven seasons as the head coach of Delhi Capitals IPL franchise, has been Australia's interim T20 coach in the past. "Also, a …

IPL 2024: DC's Ishant Sharma reveals special bond with 'elder brother' Ricky Ponting
10 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2024: DC's Ishant Sharma reveals special bond with 'elder brother' Ricky Ponting

India Today  

DC fast bowler Ishant Sharma opened up on his relationship with head coach Ricky Ponting after his match-winning spell against LSG in Match 64 of IPL 2024. Following his marvellous bowling display, Ishant was lauded by head coach Ponting, against whom he had several memorable battles on the field. IPL 2024 Full Coverage | IPL 2024 Points Table and Standings …

Ricky Ponting takes over as Washington Freedom head coach in U.S.
1 year, 1 month ago

Ricky Ponting takes over as Washington Freedom head coach in U.S.

The Hindu  

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has been appointed head coach of Washington Freedom ahead of the second season of Major League Cricket in the United States, the MLC team said. Ponting has signed a two-year deal and takes over from compatriot Greg Shipperd, who led Washington to a third-place finish in the inaugural season of the six-team T20 tournament. "Cricket …

'He has got every bit as much talent as I had if not more': Ricky Ponting identifies next '100-Test' cricketer for India
2 years, 11 months ago

'He has got every bit as much talent as I had if not more': Ricky Ponting identifies next '100-Test' cricketer for India

Hindustan Times  

The great Ricky Ponting was once a big thorn in the eyes of Indian cricket fans. Be it the 2003 World Cup final or any other big India vs Australia encounter in the early 2000s, Ponting thrashing Indian bowlers was a common sight. Even when the Indian team ended Australia's World Cup run in 2011 by beating them in the …

Ricky Ponting says he was approached by BCCI for India coach's job before Rahul Dravid took it up
3 years, 4 months ago

Ricky Ponting says he was approached by BCCI for India coach's job before Rahul Dravid took it up

Firstpost  

Melbourne: Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has revealed that he was approached by the BCCI to coach India before Rahul Dravid was chosen for the coveted job. Ponting, a batting legend and one of the most successful captains ever, said time commitment stopped him from taking up the India coaching job and a similar role for the Australian team. “… …

'He made a very positive impact on everyone': Rohit Sharma recalls Ricky Ponting's MI stint in 2013
4 years, 10 months ago

'He made a very positive impact on everyone': Rohit Sharma recalls Ricky Ponting's MI stint in 2013

India TV News  

Ahead of the 2013 edition of the Indian Premier League, Mumbai Indians acquired the services of Australia's batting great Ricky Ponting. Even as his performances remained underwhelming with the bat, MI's current captain Rohit Sharma has now said that his presence made a huge impact in building positivity among the players. In 2012 Sachin said he would not lead Mumbai …

'He is the best coach I've ever met': Ishant Sharma hails Ricky Ponting
4 years, 10 months ago

'He is the best coach I've ever met': Ishant Sharma hails Ricky Ponting

India TV News  

Indian bowler Ishant Sharma heaped praise on Delhi Capitals coach Ricky Ponting, going to the extent of calling him 'the best coach' he has ever met. Ponting has been Ishant's rival during the former's playing days and the Indian bowler has often troubled the Australian great in Test cricket. I was almost feeling like a debutant walking into the camp …

Ricky Ponting: Former captain appointed Australia assistant coach ahead of World Cup
6 years, 1 month ago

Ricky Ponting: Former captain appointed Australia assistant coach ahead of World Cup

The Independent  

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Ricky Ponting included in Australia's coaching staff for England tour
6 years, 9 months ago

Ricky Ponting included in Australia's coaching staff for England tour

India TV News  

Former captain Ricky Ponting will join the Australia cricket team coaching staff, headed by Justin Langer, in England where the visitors will play five One-Day Internationals and a single Twenty20 International against the hosts over the next few weeks. Ponting, who has been an assistant coach for Australia's T20 side twice before, will fit his coaching duties around commentary work …

Ricky Ponting joins Australia squad in coaching role ahead of UK tour; set to work alongside head coach Justin Langer
6 years, 9 months ago

Ricky Ponting joins Australia squad in coaching role ahead of UK tour; set to work alongside head coach Justin Langer

Firstpost  

Ex-captain Ricky Ponting will join the Australian cricket team’s coaching staff for their tour of England and will work with former teammate Justin Langer. Melbourne: Former captain Ricky Ponting will join the Australia cricket team coaching staff headed by Justin Langer in England, where the visitors will play five One-Day Internationals and a single Twenty20 International against the hosts over …

Ricky Ponting named Australia's assistant coach in T20Is
7 years, 2 months ago

Ricky Ponting named Australia's assistant coach in T20Is

India TV News  

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting has been named the assistant coach for the Twenty20 International tri-series against New Zealand and England, it was announced on Tuesday. Ponting praised current coach Darren Lehmann and said the two will enjoy working together. We enjoyed batting together and we enjoyed playing together, so I've no doubt at all we'll enjoy working together as …

Ricky Ponting to join Australia coaching staff for Twenty20 series against England following Ashes success
7 years, 2 months ago

Ricky Ponting to join Australia coaching staff for Twenty20 series against England following Ashes success

The Independent  

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Australia appoint former captain Ricky Ponting as assistant coach for triangular T20 series against England, New Zealand
7 years, 2 months ago

Australia appoint former captain Ricky Ponting as assistant coach for triangular T20 series against England, New Zealand

Firstpost  

Ponting has been brought into the coaching setup as Graeme Hick, David Saker and Brad Haddin will leave early to begin preparations for Australia’s tour of South Africa in March. Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has been named as an assistant to national coach Darren Lehmann for the triangular Twenty20 series against New Zealand and England next month. “I‘m delighted …

Ricky Ponting to play his 2nd innings with Australia at 2020 World T20
7 years, 2 months ago

Ricky Ponting to play his 2nd innings with Australia at 2020 World T20

India TV News  

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting will play the second innings of his career as the cricketer is reportedly in talks with Cricket Australia to coach the national cricket team for the ICC World T20I, to be held on his home soil in 2020. The two-time World Cup winning captain had earlier been the assistant coach for the T20I side in …

Would love to coach Australia in the future, says Ricky Ponting
8 years, 11 months ago

Would love to coach Australia in the future, says Ricky Ponting

Firstpost  

Batting great and current Mumbai Indians head coach Ricky Ponting has expressed his desire to be involved with the Australian national cricket team in a coaching role and hinted that he could be ready for such a job after the 2019 World Cup. Melbourne: Batting great and current Mumbai Indians head coach Ricky Ponting has expressed his desire to be …

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