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Zaheer Khan is one of India's greatest left-arm fast bowlers, with 610 international wickets and a central role in the 2011 World Cup win. This updated profile covers his swing, slower-ball skills, IPL career and 2026 coaching role with Chennai Super Kings.

Stuart Broad retired in 2023 as one of England's greatest fast bowlers, with 604 Test wickets and 847 international wickets across formats. This ZAP profile covers his career, Ashes legacy, famous 8/15 spell and the 2007 Yuvraj Singh over.

David Warner retired from international cricket in 2024 with 18,995 runs and 49 centuries across formats. This ZAP profile covers his Australia career, 2018 ball-tampering ban, final statistics and IPL legacy, including three Orange Caps.

Opening batters must have perfect timing, placement over power, and solid technique. They face the new ball's challenges, set the team's foundation, and adapt quickly to pitch conditions. Key skills include straight batted shots and handling swing and spin. Their mentality should be calm and responsive. Sachin Tendulkar is widely regarded as the greatest opener.

The legendary West Indian fast bowler Curtly Ambrose was renowned for his lethal accuracy, sheer velocity, and intimidating demeanour. He became well-known thanks to his outstanding performances, high arm action, swing, and seam skills, as well as his collaboration with Courtney Walsh. Ambrose held records including an extraordinary stretch of Test cricket without conceding a six and taking 405 wickets at an average of 20.99 runs per wicket. He also put up remarkable performances against Australia, England, and South Africa. His influence on West Indies cricket is still felt today since he coached the national squad and motivated future bowlers. One of the best fast bowlers of all time, Sir Curtly Ambrose was knighted and inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.

Kane Williamson retired from international cricket in June 2026 after 378 matches, 19,346 runs and 48 centuries for New Zealand. This updated profile covers his final records, captaincy, 2021 World Test Championship title and IPL career.

Who are cricket's greatest umpires? ZAP Cricket looks at David Shepherd, Simon Taufel, Steve Bucknor, Billy Bowden, Rudi Koertzen, Aleem Dar, Richard Kettleborough and other elite officials. The final ranking is ZAP's editorial view.

Oiling helps maintain exposed willow on a cricket bat, but more oil is not better. This ZAP Cricket guide explains when to use raw linseed or specialist bat oil, where to apply it, drying time, common mistakes and what not to oil.

The Vijay Hazare Trophy is India's senior domestic 50-over competition. Vidarbha won their maiden title in 2025-26 by beating Saurashtra by 38 runs. The 2026-27 tournament begins on 14 December 2026, with 38 teams across Elite and Plate groups.