Former India captain Sourav Ganguly expressed surprise at players like Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan, cut from national team, not playing in domestic cricket. Ganguly believes all contracted cricketers should participate in the prestigious Ranji Trophy, as it is the basic premise of cricket in the country. The former president of the BCCI went on to say that Kishan's choice to skip the Ranji Trophy caught him off guard.from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/GSTwDMt
Veteran South African umpire Marais Erasmus has announced his retirement from international umpiring after the conclusion of the ongoing Test series between New Zealand and Australia. Erasmus, who initially made a name for himself as a seam-bowling all-rounder for Boland in South Africa’s domestic cricket circuit, transitioned to umpiring at the international level in 2006.
Cameron Green smashed his second Test century, guiding Australia to a total of 279-9 by the end of the opening day's play in the first Test at Wellington. After being put into bat and struggling at 89-4, Green embarked on a rescue mission, finding support from Mitchell Marsh, who contributed 40 runs. The 24-year-old Green reached his century with his 16th boundary in the final over, finishing unbeaten on 103, while Josh Hazlewood had yet to score.
The BCCI on Wednesday revealed its list of centrally-contracted players for the current year. Rohit Sharma, the team captain, along with renowned batsman Virat Kohli, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, and versatile all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja maintained their positions in the highest tier. However, both Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan did not feature in any category.
Sachin Tendulkar's recent visit to Jammu & Kashmir, on vacation with wife Anjali and daughter Sara, garnered a lot of attention; and the batting legend summed it up in a video he posted on social media.
Sachin Tendulkar's recent visit to Kashmir with wife Anjali and daughter Sara garnered attention. In a video, he invited people to come and experience the beauty of Jammu & Kashmir. The video showed his visits to temples, Kashmir willow bat manufacturers, local tea shops, playing cricket on the streets, meeting the armless wrestler Amir Hussain Lone, and signing autographs.
Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson and his wife have been blessed with a baby girl.
Mohammed Shami, currently not partaking in the ongoing five-match Test series against England, last donned the Indian jersey during the ODI World Cup final against Australia in November. Despite grappling with landing issues, the seasoned pacer emerged as the highest wicket-taker in the tournament, dismissing 24 batters in just 7 matches.
With neither Mohammed Shami nor Virat Kohli on the field, there was no cause for concern. Leading a youthful Team India, captain Rohit Sharma steered them to a series-sealing victory in Ranchi. India triumphed over England by 5 wickets in a thrilling fourth Test, securing an insurmountable 3-1 lead. The fifth and final Test is scheduled for March 7 in Dharamsala.
Indian cricketer Hanuma Vihari resigned from the Andhra Pradesh Ranji Cricket team, sparking controversy. Telugu Desam Party chief and former chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu accused the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) of vindictive politics. Naidu expressed solidarity with Vihari, denouncing the association's actions.
Chasing a modest 192 for victory, India cruised to 84 for no loss before the English spinners engineered a collapse that left the hosts reeling at 120 for 5. Shubman Gill (52*) and Dhruv Jurel (39*) combined in an unbroken stand of 72 for the sixth wicket to clinch India's victory on the penultimate day of the contest.
After the game, videos circulated on social media showing Ronaldo cupping his ear and making repetitive hand gestures near his pelvic area, seemingly aimed at the opposing Al Shabab fans. In the background, chants of "Messi" were audible, alluding to Ronaldo's perennial football rival from Argentina. The 39-year-old Ronaldo has faced similar criticism in the past.
Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan praised Akash Deep for his impressive debut performance in the fourth Test against England in Ranchi. Deep scored a three-wicket haul, highlighting the challenges faced by fast bowlers making their debut in India. Pathan hoped for Akash's career to continue growing, with hopes of debuting in England, Australia, South Africa, or New Zealand.
Bangladesh cricket coach Chandika Hathurusinghe has expressed concerns about the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) and its impact on T20 cricket development. He cited a lack of local participation in key roles like batting and bowling, and urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to implement regulations to address players participating in multiple tournaments within the same window.
Opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal on Saturday became only the fifth Indian to score 600 or more runs in a Test series, during the second day's play of the fourth match against England. Former Indian captains Gavaskar, Kohli and Dravid had amassed more than 600 runs in Test series twice in their careers while Sardesai recorded his feat during the away series in the West Indies in 1970-71.
Sanjay Manjrekar expects Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav to be a bit uncomfortable playing under Hardik Pandya, who will lead Mumbai Indians in the upcoming season of the IPL. The 17th edition of the IPL begins on March 22 with defending champions Chennai Super Kings locking horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Joe Root's undefeated century in the fourth Test defied the Bazball. England scored 353 in their first innings in Ranchi. Alastair Cook praised Root's fine form and made a comparison with India captain Rohit Sharma. It was Root's first century in the series.
Ravichandran Ashwin became the first Indian to complete 1000 runs and 100 wickets against an opponent in Tests. Ashwin took his first wicket of the match when he trapped Jonny Bairstow plumb in front in the 22nd over of the England innings to get to the mark.
Chris Gayle dismisses the notion that England invented aggressive batting, citing West Indies legends Viv Richards and Brian Lara. He believes Yashasvi Jaiswal's style is not influenced by England. Ben Duckett's comments about England's Test cricket methods are dismissed. Gayle warns against changing Jaiswal's technique.
Team India, leading the five-match series 2-1, will face England in the fourth Test at Ranchi's JSCA International Stadium Complex on Thursday. India recovered strongly after a setback in the series opener, winning the second Test by 106 runs and dominating the third Test with a resounding 434-run victory to take the series lead. The fourth Test will be crucial for India as they aim to clinch the series.
The Women's Premier League is set for its second edition, featuring a thrilling tournament opener featuring defending champions Mumbai Indians and runners-up Delhi Capitals. The tournament aims to provide a broader platform for budding homegrown talents, with a multi-city format that includes New Delhi, focusing on emerging Indian cricketers eager to seize their moment in the limelight.
England's cricket team is focusing on the upcoming fourth Test against India in Ranchi, ignoring external noise to help star players Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow regain their form. The team is trailing 1-2 in the series and needs a win or draw to keep their hopes alive. England coach Brendon McCullum defended Bairstow's performance, emphasizing the need for internal support amidst external criticisms.
A Delhi Football League match between Ahbab FC and Rangers FC has sparked allegations of match-fixing. The match ended with a 4-2 victory for Ahbab FC, raising eyebrows and causing an uproar within the football community. The controversy gained momentum on social media after videos of two dubious own goals by Ahbab FC emerged.
Several days prior to the Test in Rajkot, Jadeja supported his wife amidst allegations from his father, Anirudhsinh, who claimed that Rivaba had caused discord within the family and that his son had changed since marrying her. Jadeja scored a century and took a five-wicket haul in India's big win in Rajkot.
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The relentless pursuit of excellence under captain Rohit Sharma has propelled Team India forward, as evidenced by their two consecutive Test victories in Vizag and Rajkot. Despite the absence of Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, India managed to overturn England's 1-0 lead in the five-match series to now lead with a scoreline of 2-1.
Former England skipper Nasser Hussain urged Ben Stokes and his teammates to engage in introspection as they prepare for the next two games. The defeat saw England trailing 1-2 in the five-match series against India, having conceded a 126-run lead and struggled in all facets of the game at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot. Hussain particularly highlighted Joe Root's misjudged reverse-ramp shot, which served as a catalyst for a first-innings collapse by the visitors.
KL Rahul is set to return for the fourth Test against England in Ranchi after recovering from a quadriceps injury. He was India's top batsman in Hyderabad, their lone centurion in South Africa. India hammered England by 434 runs in Rajkot on day four for their biggest-ever Test victory to lead the five-match series 2-1.
Ravichandran Ashwin achieved a remarkable milestone during the third Test match against England in Rajkot. He became only the second Indian bowler and the ninth overall to claim 500 wickets in Test cricket. India secured a resounding victory in the match, triumphing by a massive margin of 434 runs, marking their largest-ever win in Test cricket in terms of runs.
Indian women's team clinched their maiden gold medal at the Badminton Asia Team Championships by defeating Thailand 3-2 in a thrilling final. PV Sindhu led the team to victory, with notable performances from Treesa Jolly, Gayatri Gopichand, and Anmol Kharb.
India started the fourth day's play of the third Test against England in Rajkot on a strong note on Sunday. Shubman Gill was nearing his 4th Test hundred and Kuldeep Yadav had hit his first six in international cricket. Disaster struck as England got a bonus wicket with Tom Hartley running out Gill just inches short of his ground.
With the countdown to IPL, focus is on Rohit Sharma, former Mumbai Indians captain replaced by Hardik Pandya. Gambhir fears Rohit the most in IPL, plans multiple strategies to counter him. He lauds Rohit's ability to dominate games.
Ravichandran Ashwin can join the Indian side and bowl in accordance with cricket regulations. He left for Rajkot due to a family medical emergency, and the umpires have allowed his return, departing from the conventional rules outlined in the MCC rules.
Ravindra Jadeja dismissed England skipper Ben Stokes to become the fifth Indian bowler to take 200 Test wickets in India. Jadeja got to the milestone in the fourth over after lunch on the third day of the third Test in Rajkot on Saturday when he had Stokes caught by Jasprit Bumrah at long-on.
Indian women shuttlers create history by reaching the final of the Badminton Asia Team Championships for the first time. They defeated Japan 3-2 in a thrilling semifinal. Treesa Jolly, Gayatri Gopichand, Ashmita Chaliha, and Anmol Kharb were the heroes of the victory.
Sarfaraz Khan, after years of hard work, made his Test debut in the third Test against England. He scored a quickfire 62 before getting run out. Anand Mahindra expressed admiration for the father-son duo and offered to gift Sarfaraz's father a Thar SUV. Sarfaraz scored tons of runs in domestic cricket year after year before getting his maiden call-up ahead of the second Test in Vizag and finally making his debut in Rajkot.
An ankle injury suffered durinf the ODI World Cup late last year had forced Hardik out of several series, including the T20Is against Australia and the tour to South Africa, where Suryakumar Yadav took charge as T2oI captain. Hardik has replaced Rohit Sharma as captain of the Mumbai Indians after returning to MI camp after a sting with Gujarat Titans as skipper.
Kane Williamson's disciplined century led New Zealand to their first Test series win against South Africa. The second Test at Seddon Park in Hamilton ended with a seven-wicket victory. Will Young scored a half-century and Will O'Rourke took nine wickets in his debut Test match.
BCCI secretary Jay Shah has backed India's Virat Kohli's decision to step away from the Test series against England, stating that he has the right to request personal leave. Speaking to reporters at the Saurashtra Cricket Association stadium, Shah emphasized that if a player requests leave for the first time in a 15-year career, it is their right.
Gary Kirsten is launching a transformative initiative to improve the community of Khayelitsha township in Cape Town, focusing on addressing poverty and crime. Kirsten, who guided India to a World Cup victory in 2011, expressed his vision to introduce cricket to the city's poorest neighborhoods, stating that he wanted to see cricket in these areas upon his return from India.
India's women's badminton team defeated the top-seeded Chinese team 3-2 at the Badminton Asia Team Championships. Star shuttler PV Sindhu's return from a four-month injury layoff led to the unexpected victory. Despite securing a knock-out round berth due to the limited number of teams in Group W, India delivered a spectacular performance against their Chinese counterparts.
Between 1952 and 1961, Dattajirao Gaekwad participated in 11 Test matches for India, leading the team on its 1959 tour of England as captain. The right-hander played his last international match in 1961 in Chennai against Pakistan after making his debut against England in Leeds in 1952.
A PSL franchise owner has urged the PCB to review the tournament window as it is difficult to attract major players with conflicting schedules. The owner emphasized the need for a change in the PSL window to retain its appeal.
The third Test between India and England will start on February 15 in Rajkot. Shreyas Iyer has been left out of the squad for the last three Test matches against England despite having a strong long-format history. Iyer has been finding it difficult to score in Tests. Iyer has only scored 187 runs in 12 innings at an average of 17:00 in his last seven Test matches, with a top score of just 35.
Rivaba, who is also a BJP MLA, was recently a public event where she was asked to respond on the matter, which visibly irritated her and she asked the reporter to contact her directly instead for a respnose. The accusations by Rivaba's father-in-law had appeared in an interview, where he accused her of creating a rift in the family, which allegedly led to a discord and harmed relations between Ravindra and his father and sister.
Former England wicketkeeper Alec Stewart lauds Ben Foakes' exceptional wicketkeeping skills and hand speed. Foakes impresses on the India tour, claiming six catches and two stumpings. He is praised for his work ethic, attention to detail, and mental strength. Stewart believes Foakes is the best in the world.
Spencer Johnson, a left-arm pace sensation, is set to showcase his skills in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in May to secure a spot in Australia's T20 World Cup squad. Recently acquired by Gujarat Titans for Rs 10 crore, Johnson is expected to make a strong impression in the IPL as a stepping stone to secure his place in the national team.