Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull's "big announcement" comment during a live broadcast accurately predicted Kane Williamson's retirement from international cricket five days later. Williamson, 35, steps down as NZ's leading run-scorer with 19,346 runs and numerous accolades.
Former NZ cricketer Simon Doull suggests Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, could open for India in Test cricket after a record-breaking IPL 2026, where Sooryavanshi won multiple awards and set records for youngest Orange Cap winner and fastest to 1,000 runs.
Ben Stokes defended England's decision to allow Jofra Archer to play in the IPL, citing the changing landscape of cricket and the risk of alienating players. Critics like Simon Doull called Archer's absence from the Test summer 'ludicrous'.
Former NZ cricketer Simon Doull advises RCB to retain Venkatesh Iyer as opener alongside Virat Kohli for IPL 2026 Qualifier 1, citing Phil Salt's potential lack of match fitness after an injury layoff. Doull emphasizes form over reputation in knockout games.
