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EXCLUSIVE – ‘I feel India…’: Brett Lee on Rohit Sharma-led team’s T20 World Cup title chances | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: With the announcement of India's T20 World Cup squad expected in the coming weeks, Australian cricket legend Brett Lee believes that Team India, despite their loss in the ICC ODI World Cup final at home, will be the frontrunners for the title in the 2024 edition. The coveted tournament is scheduled to commence on June 2 and will be held in the US and the West Indies.India's last triumph in a T20 World Cup was in the inaugural edition in 2007 when the Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led team clinched victory over Pakistan by five runs in the final, marking their sole title victory in the tournament since its inception.Since their 2007 triumph, India have reached the final only once in eight editions, during the 2014 tournament in Bangladesh, where they suffered a defeat to Sri Lank...
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WATCH: Rohit Sharma picks ‘Bad Habits’ song for daughter Samaira; Ed Sheeran sings | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Renowned singer Ed Sheeran on Friday sang a song for India cricket team captain Rohit Sharma's daughter Samaira. Rohit recently made an appearance on the popular Indian show 'Breakfast with Champions' alongside Ed Sheeran and host Gaurav Kapoor.From cricket banter to insights into the music industry, the trio engaged in a lively conversation. Rohit's wife Ritika and their daughter Samaira also joined in on the episode.A standout moment occurred when Sheeran sang one of his hit songs 'Bad Habits' for Rohit and Ritika's little one. Rohit couldn't contain his smile, applauding happily after the performance.Turning to Samaira, Sheeran inquired if she enjoyed the song, to which she bashfully responded.In addition to the musical interlude, Sheeran also broached the topic of R...
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‘They may have different approaches but…’: Paras Mhambrey on Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: India's bowling coach, Paras Mhambrey, reckons both Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami possess exceptional mental strength, despite their contrasting personalities. Mhambrey attributes this mental fortitude as a significant factor contributing to Team India's success.During the ODI World Cup last year, Kohli demonstrated his batting prowess by amassing an impressive 765 runs at an astounding average of 95.62, securing the top spot on the batting charts.On the other hand, Shami showcased his bowling prowess by claiming 24 wickets at a remarkable average of 10.70, topping the bowling charts. Their stellar performances played a crucial role in India's journey to the runner-up finish in the tournament.Despite their differences in personality, Kohli and Shami's mental resilience...