IPL 2020: Assessing the Kings X1 Punjab’s auction strategy, probable lineups
The Kings X1 Punjab have been perennial underachievers in the Indian Premier League (IPL). What makes it very surprising is the presence of some of the best in the business over the years. Led by Ravichandran Ashwin in the previous…
IPL 2020: Assessing the Knight Riders’ auction strategy, probable lineups
The Kolkata Knight Riders were amongst the most active franchises during the auction for IPL 2020. The Knight Riders invested in 9 players, which includes the big-money signings of Pat Cummins, Eoin Morgan and Varun Chakravarthy. Additions during the auction:…
IPL 2020: Assessing the Super Kings’ auction strategy, probable lineups
The Chennai Super Kings are one of the most successful franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL). One of the biggest reasons behind this is their ability to effectively acquire the perfect additions, according to squad requirements. There is limited…
BBL 2019/20: De Villiers leads list of exciting overseas signings
The Big Bash League (BBL) has always been popular for exciting cricket and jaw-dropping action on display. Fans enjoy an opportunity to witness some of the best talent, with entertaining gameplay at every stage. Who can forget the iconic ‘Bash…
BBL 2019/20: Can Sydney Thunder maintain surge for supremacy?
The Sydney Thunder have kicked off the 2019/20 edition of the Big Bash League (BBL) on a promising note, with wins in their opening two games. This is certainly an excellent start, considering the absence of Shane Watson and Fawad…
Will Arsenal regret not retaining faith in Freddie Ljungberg?
It’s been a tough couple of months for Arsenal. Unai Emery getting the club to the worst possible start in years!, the fans’ confrontation with Granit Xhaka. Not to forget, the ever-persistent problem regarding the away form. A shift to…
“Moneyball” Man Monchi: United’s ticket to prominence?
Famed for turning cheap buys into expensive sales, Seville’s director of sport Ramon Rodriguez Verdejo (or Monchi) has acquired over 200 players in 16 years. A perfect fit for Manchester United’s Director of Football position, Monchi has quite the reputation….
Does Fred have a long-term future at Manchester United?
Football has been graced by many spectacular skilful starlets from Brazil. Manchester United’s purchase of Frederico Rodrigues de Paula Santos ie Fred for a whopping 52 million pounds, was an attempt to add a tinge of that flavour to their…
Camp Nou exit on the cards for once indespensable Ivan Rakitic?
The La Liga has been extremely competitive this season. Rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid who are level on points, have battled it out for supremacy through thick and thin. The Blaugranas have failed to dominate the league as expected, despite…
The topsy-turvy life of an Arsenal fan
You are half awake lying on a sofa, as you figure out your beloved team Arsenal’s starting lineup with those blurry eyes. One starts to get more involved into the game as you see more chances being created. Things get…