Dennis Lillee

Steyn can equal Lillee’s record for the fastest 250 Test wickets at the ‘Bull Ring’

By CricketCountry Staff

South African pacer Dale Steyn has a perfect opportunity to try and equal Dennis Lillee's record for the fastest man to 250 Test wickets at the "Bull Ring" at Johannesburg.

I couldn’t have handled Monkeygate scandal differently: Mike Procter

By Chandraboli Mitra

Former ICC match referee Mike Procter, who had imposed a three-match ban on Harbhajan Singh following the Monkeygate scandal in the 2008 Sydeny Test between India and Australia, regrets what had happened then but insists he would not have handled it any differently.

Breaking News: BCCI to purchase Caribbean islands to unearth fast bowlers

Alarmed by Zaheer Khan’s observation that Indian bodies, climactic conditions and dietary habits are ill-suited for fast bowling, the BCCI is all set to purchase one or more of the sovereign island nations in the Caribbean archipelago, to ensure a regular supply of strong, athletic, 6 foot 6 something West Indians that can bowl over 150 mph for the national cricket team.

Varun Aaron is a rare talent, says Lillee

By CricketCountry Staff

Legendary Australian cricketer Dennis Lillee has praised India’s young fast bowler Varun Aaron. Lillee feels that Aaron deserves to be in Indian squad, and can deliver if given an opportunity against England.

Why Adam Gilchrist and Mark Boucher are the best ‘keepers of all time

Adam Gilchrist and Mark Boucher are ranked numbers one and two.

Boycott slams selection of ICC’s greatest Test team

A day after former England captain Alec Stewart ridiculed the ICC's 'Greatest Test team of all time', former opener and now noted commentator Geoffrey Boycott said the selection of the team is fundamentally flawed.

Warne’s bronze statue to be unveiled at MCG

By CricketCountry Staff

Spin legend Shane Warne’ bronze statue is likely to be unveiled on this year’s Boxing Day Test between India and Australia at the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

Lillee ‘a bit of a fairy’, says Greig

Former England captain Tony Greig has risked fresh controversy by suggesting legendary Australia fast bowler Dennis Lillee was a "bit of a fairy" if he got hit himself. Lillee, one of cricket's greatest bowlers, was at the height of his powers during the 1970s when Greig was playing for England.

Unforgettable bowling classics over the years – Part 1

Tim Holt, who has been following the game since the 1950's, recalls some great bowling feats over the years

The decisive roles played by World Cup-winning captains – Part 1

A common factor that can be seen in almost all World Cup.