IPL 2023: I don't like the term 'anchor' as everybody approaches the game differently, says Liam Livingstone
1 year, 8 months ago

IPL 2023: I don't like the term 'anchor' as everybody approaches the game differently, says Liam Livingstone

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Though he doesn’t like the term ‘anchor,’ Liam Livingstone believes the batting approach of teams will vary as everyone plays the game in a ‘very different way.’ He might be known for his ability to hit massive sixes from ball one but England and Punjab Kings batter Liam Livingstone doesn’t feel that the role of anchors has become redundant in T20 cricket. Though he doesn’t like the term “anchor”, the 29-year-old believes the batting approach of teams will vary as everyone plays the game in a “very different way”. Every team has different players and it is all about every player having a key role in how to play,” Livingstone told PTI when asked if the role of anchors had become outdated in T20 cricket. It has been a while since I played, good time to reflect and work on my game and now really nice to be back enjoying playing cricket.” On the Punjab’s run so far, he added: “It has been very up and down.

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IPL 2024 has skewed game towards batters
7 months, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2024 has skewed game towards batters

Hindustan Times  

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IPL 2024: Starc hints at quitting one format to open doors for more franchise cricket
7 months, 2 weeks ago

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The Hindu  

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Starc hints at quitting one format to open doors for more franchise cricket
7 months, 2 weeks ago

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New Indian Express  

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IPL 2024: I didn’t live up to standard but overthinking was not an option, says Rohit Sharma
7 months, 3 weeks ago

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The Hindu  

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Unraveling the Phenomenon: Why the IPL Reigns Supreme in Cricket
8 months, 3 weeks ago

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Deccan Chronicle  

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IPL-17 | Starc unfazed by criticism, says lack of T20 experience could be reason for initial struggle
8 months, 3 weeks ago

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The Hindu  

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IPL 2024: England's Jonny Bairstow available for entire season; Punjab Kings to play two home games in Dharamsala
9 months, 4 weeks ago

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Firstpost  

Jonny Bairstow’s decision to play the entire IPL 2024 comes after some of England’s regulars like Ben Stokes, Mark Wood and Joe Root had opted out of the tournament citing England and Wales Cricket Board’s workload management. England’s Jonny Bairstow, who plays for Punjab Kings, will be available for the entirety of the Indian Premier League, despite returning home only …

IPL is hugely popular, but Test cricket is what life is: Ashwin, on receiving 100th Test cap from Dravid
10 months ago

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The Hindu  

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IPL performance will have greater significance ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup: Tom Moody
11 months ago

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Firstpost  

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Hindustan Times  

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I don't like the term anchor as everybody approaches the game differently: Liam Livingstone
1 year, 7 months ago

I don't like the term anchor as everybody approaches the game differently: Liam Livingstone

The Hindu  

He might be known for his ability to hit massive sixes from ball one but England and Punjab Kings batter Liam Livingstone doesn't feel that the role of anchors has become redundant in T20 cricket. Though he doesn't like the term "anchor", the 29-year-old believes the batting approach of teams will vary as everyone plays the game in a "very …

IPL 2023: I don’t like the term anchor as everybody approaches the game differently, says Liam Livingstone
1 year, 8 months ago

IPL 2023: I don’t like the term anchor as everybody approaches the game differently, says Liam Livingstone

The Hindu  

He might be known for his ability to hit massive sixes from ball one but England and Punjab Kings batter Liam Livingstone doesn’t feel that the role of anchors has become redundant in T20 cricket. Though he doesn’t like the term “anchor”, the 29-year-old believes the batting approach of teams will vary as everyone plays the game in a “very …

IPL 2023: Kohli’s knock fuels ‘dying’ anchors debate in T20 cricket
1 year, 8 months ago

IPL 2023: Kohli’s knock fuels ‘dying’ anchors debate in T20 cricket

The Hindu  

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IPL 2023: Punjab Kings overly dependent on Shikhar Dhawan, feels Harbhajan Singh
1 year, 8 months ago

IPL 2023: Punjab Kings overly dependent on Shikhar Dhawan, feels Harbhajan Singh

Firstpost  

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IPL 2023: Winless Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals face off for first points
1 year, 9 months ago

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The Hindu  

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1 year, 9 months ago

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India Today  

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IPL 2023: It’s showtime again as innovations embellish world’s most popular cricket league
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The Hindu  

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Shikhar Dhawan not giving up on India comeback, focused on IPL 2023: I don't get desperate
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India Today  

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The Hindu  

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Daily Mail  

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IPL 2022: South African cricketers face test of loyalty ahead of tournament, says Dean Elgar
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL 2022: South African cricketers face test of loyalty ahead of tournament, says Dean Elgar

Firstpost  

South Africa are set to play three one-dayers and two Tests against Bangladesh starting March 18, while the IPL is scheduled to be held from 26 March to 29 May Johannesburg: South African Test skipper Dean Elgar has urged his teammates to choose national duty in a series against Bangladesh over the upcoming IPL as it is a test of …

IPL has got it spot-on, Ashes setback due to decline in England’s four-day domestic cricket: Cork
2 years, 11 months ago

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The Hindu  

England has had a disastrous Ashes campaign Down Under. “We don’t have the quality we had back in the 1990s, when we had top overseas players,” said Cork, who is here as television commentator for the Legends League Cricket. “We used to have Mohammad Azharuddin, Michael Holding, Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara and many others.” Rueing the lack of batters such …

Australian Pacer Mitchell Starc Shows Interest in Playing IPL
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Pacer Mitchell Starc Shows Interest in Playing IPL

The Quint  

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'Not even in the IPL': Wahab Riaz names T20 league with 'high bowling standards'
3 years, 7 months ago

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Hindustan Times  

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IPL 2021 Expert's Corner | KL Rahul should look to attack instead of playing anchor's role: Sanjay Manjrekar
3 years, 8 months ago

IPL 2021 Expert's Corner | KL Rahul should look to attack instead of playing anchor's role: Sanjay Manjrekar

India TV News  

Punjab Kings' skipper KL Rahul should bat with an attacking mindset instead of donning an anchor's role, believes former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar. Talking about skipper Rahul's show with the bat, Manjrekar said that the Karnataka batsman should look to score at a better strike rate while opening the innings for PBKS. "According to me, Rahul's strike rate isn't helping …

Star India sports head: IPL ready for expansion, but need to work to ensure viewer interest
3 years, 9 months ago

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Hindustan Times  

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Pakistan ready to host top cricketing nations in 2021
4 years, 1 month ago

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The Hindu  

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IPL 2020, Final | Sachin Tendulkar shares special message for Mumbai Indians - Watch
4 years, 2 months ago

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India TV News  

Vying for their fifth title, Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians are set to face Delhi Capitals on Tuesday in the summit clash of IPL 2020 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Ahead of the much-awaited clash, former MI skipper Sachin Tendulkar came up with a boosting message for the franchise. Mumbai Indians -- the most successful IPL franchise -- have had …

IPL 2020 Highlights, KXIP vs RR Match, Full Cricket Score: Royals win by 7-wickets, keep playoff hopes alive
4 years, 2 months ago

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Firstpost  

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I want to nail down my Test career, if IPL happens, it would be a bonus: Rahkeem Cornwall
4 years, 4 months ago

I want to nail down my Test career, if IPL happens, it would be a bonus: Rahkeem Cornwall

India TV News  

At a time when most of the young cricketers are lured by "easy money" in thriving T20 leagues, West Indian Rahkeem Cornwall, the heaviest ever to play the five-day format at more than 140kg, has got his priorities straight. The 27-year-old spinner wants to "nail down" his Test career, which is only three games old, and if leagues like the …

Sportstar archives - Rodney Marsh: Age should be no barrier
4 years, 8 months ago

Sportstar archives - Rodney Marsh: Age should be no barrier

The Hindu  

His “El Bandido” moustache is kept well trimmed these days. If a guy has been around Test cricket for three or four years, then everyone will say what a good ’keeper he is. If you pick the best side of One-Day cricketers from the ’70s, maybe many of them would not get into a team of today. But if you …

Pakistan Cricket Board: No more international cricket at neutral venues
5 years, 1 month ago

Pakistan Cricket Board: No more international cricket at neutral venues

The Hindu  

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Tendulkar: IPL shouldn't be yardstick for Test or ODI selection
5 years, 1 month ago

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The Hindu  

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Flexibility is key to my IPL success, says in-form Suryakumar Yadav
5 years, 9 months ago

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India TV News  

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