In the last-four clash against Sri Lanka, Symonds came at a time when Australia were struggling on 3/53. "I think it's the fear factor he puts into the opposition because he can clear the boundary on a regular basis," former Australian captain Ian Chappell had said of Symonds. Queensland Cricket Chair Chris Simpson said the cricket community was devastated by …
Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad has revealed that pacer Deepak Chahar, who has done well in the ongoing series against Sri lanka, was once told to quit cricket find another job by Australian coach Greg Chappell during his time at the Rajasthan Cricket Academy. Prasad was referring to the time when Chappell was appointed Rajasthan Cricket Academy's Director of Cricket …
Former Australia captain Ian Chappell has reckoned that Indian team will begin as ‘favourites’ in the upcoming 4-match Test series against England. File photo of England Test captain Joe Root In his column on 'ESPNcricinfo', the former Aussie captain wrote, “India will start as favourites after an exhilarating victory over Australia, overcoming all obstacles. When you add the name Virat …
Former Australia captain Ian Chappell reckons India will start as favourites in the Test series against England owing to a quality pace attack with plenty of depth and a top order that is more consistent than the visitors'. Chappell feels India's formidable top order may tip the scales in favour of the home team, despite England's 2-0 sweep of Sri …
