Cricket

17th Sep 2017 by TSZ

Jimmy Anderson's 500 Test Match Wickets

Jimmy Anderson became the first English bowler to take 500 test match wickets against the West Indies on 8th September 2017 at Lords. We pay tribute to Anderson with a breakdown of his historic feat.

23rd Feb 2017 by TSZ

The Struggles Of Australian Spin Bowlers In India

Arguably the most daunting challenge in modern test cricket, travelling to India is a tough ask for any team, regardless of their bowling line up. We analyse the troubles that Australian spin bowlers have endured when facing India on their own turf.

10th Feb 2017 by TSZ

Can Alastair Cook’s Reign As England Captain Be Deemed A Success?

After a record 59 test matches in charge of England, Alastair Cook announced his resignation as test captain earlier this week, so what better time to take a look back at his reign.

1st Feb 2017 by TSZ

Making Sense Of Sports Data: Interview With Rob Esteva, MD Of The Stats Zone

TSZ founder Rob Esteva on the evolving landscape of the sports data industry, the challenges facing clubs and federations and what the future may hold for statistical analysis in sport.

15th Dec 2016 by TSZ

Historical Trends In The BBC Sports Personality Of The Year

This Sunday sees the annual BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards take place in Birmingham, with Andy Murray the bookies' favourite to collect the award for the second year in a row. TSZ looks back at the history of the event.

8th Nov 2016 by TSZ

What Effect Does The Coin Toss Have On The Outcome Of A Test Match?

With the much-anticipated series between India and England just around the corner, TSZ are here to investigate whether the long standing tradition – the coin toss – has any bearing on the result of test matches between these two long time rivals.

2nd Nov 2016 by TSZ

Nathan Lyon – Australia’s Greatest Ever Off-Spinner

With Australia in test series action against both South Africa and Pakistan over the next couple of months, TSZ takes a look at the statistics behind the bowler considered to be Australia's greatest ever off-spinner - Nathan Lyon.

10th Oct 2016 by TSZ

Has 50-Over Cricket Become A Batsman’s Paradise?

TSZ examines the reasons behind the increase in runs and boundaries in ODI cricket. Has the advent of Twenty20 caused a change in style amongst cricketers in general, or are thicker and larger bats responsible for the greater run-rate?

7th Oct 2016 by TSZ

The Form of England's Batsmen Ahead Of The Winter Test Matches

As England have Test matches against both Bangladesh and India in store for them this winter, TSZ casts an eye over the recent form of England's roster and looks at how their batters have performed in subcontinent conditions in the past.

19th Sep 2016 by TSZ

The Development of Video Technology In Sport

The use of video technology has been an increasingly significant aspect of sport for a number of years now, with opinion divided on whether or not it improves the spectacle for fans. TSZ looks at the evolution of video technology, and how it's applied in various sports.

15th Jul 2016 by TSZ

Top Five ICC Ranked Test Bowlers – A Comparison

With summer Test cricket in full swing, we take a look at the top five Test bowlers according to the International Cricket Council. Who will come out on top in our detailed comparison?

13th Jul 2016 by TSZ

England vs Pakistan 2016 Preview

In the coming months, England and Pakistan will face off against each other in test cricket, ODI's and T20. With the first test just around the corner, TSZ takes a look at what we can expect from this series of matches.

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