Spinner

IPL 2018: Kolkata Knight Riders' Chris Lynn seems hampered by lingering shoulder injury, inability to play against spin

In five matches so far, Chris Lynn has scored just 107 runs at an average of 21.40 and a mere strike rate of 120.22.

Ravichandran Ashwin’s radical switch to leg-spin could work wonders in the upcoming IPL

By announcing that he intends to bowl leg breaks in this year’s IPL, Ashwin has made a calculated if-you-can’t-beat-them-join-them move to try to enter the ranks of the wrist spinners who now dominate in limited overs cricket.

India vs South Africa: Relentless Keshav Maharaj presents crucial spin test for Virat Kohli's men

India should be careful while dealing with Maharaj as he is quite a tricky customer. He knows what line and lengths to hit even when the ball doesn't spin.

India vs Sri Lanka: Has Indian team management erred in throwing in young Washington Sundar at the deep end?

History suggests international cricket is a harsh place for a young spinner. Mike Gatting took it on himself to destroy Sivaramakrishnan’s confidence. Likewise, Maninder Singh was swept out of the game by Graham Gooch.

India vs West Indies: Kuldeep Yadav's arrival is the best thing to have happened to Indian cricket

Kuldeep Yadav found his bearings, ticked all the boxes and became the biggest find of the tour of West Indies.

Kuldeep Yadav interview: I didn’t know what a Chinaman delivery was when I first bowled it

Kuldeep Yadav belongs to a rare breed of spinners — the Chinaman, and with his unorthodox style, there always comes real excitement. He speaks to Firstpost about his career and bowling.

Australia's 'mystery' spinner John Gleeson dies at age of 78

IPL 2016: David Miller's wicket was turning point in win over Kings XI Punjab, says Amit Mishra

IPL 2016, MI v RPS talking points: Pune's rousing start with the ball backed up by Rahane's astute knock

While the Rising Pune Supergiants have problems, particularly the death bowling, they could not have made a better start to their campaign.

Poor shot selection cost Mumbai Indians dear against Rising Pune Supergiants: Harbhajan Singh