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‘Ajit Agarkar should right now tell Rohit Sharma that…’ | Cricket News – Times of India

India captain Rohit Sharma (TOI Photo) The possibility of Rohit Shama's unavailability for the opening Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in Australia because of personal reasons is not the ideal situation for the Indian team whose hopes of qualifying for the World Test Championship (WTC) are in jeopardy after the whitewash at home against New Zealand.The Kiwis defeated India 3-0 to become the first team to register a clean sweep in a three-Test series on the Indian soil, which has rocked India's preparation and confidence ahead of their defence of the BGT.#INDvsNZ: Rohit Sharma and Co. Need to Stop Playing On Raging Turners At HomeOn that note, former India captain Sunil Gavaskar believes it's paramount to have clarity about the leader well before the opening match of a tour as impo...
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India’s squad for Australia tour likely on October 28, Cheteshwar Pujara in the fray | Cricket News – Times of India

The Board of Control for Cricket in India is expected to announce India's Test squad for the tour of Australia on October 28, with the inclusion of veteran batsman Cheteshwar Pujara a possibility considering his success during the team's last two tours Down Under.The 36-year-old Test specialist scored 521 runs in the 2018-19 Border Gavaskar Trophy and 271 runs in the subsequent tour, which might force the Ajit Agarkar led selection panel to consider the right-handed batsman and his experience of 103 Tests as the stabilizing factor on the bouncy Australian tracks.ALSO WATCHLong Rope for KL Rahul l Gill, Pant fit for 2nd Test l 2025 IPL Retentions | Beyond the BoundaryHis current form, which includes a knock of 234 against Chattisgarh in the ongoing Ranji Trophy, also makes a case to use his...
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2nd T20I: India face Bangladesh with eye on 2026 T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

LET'S PLAY: The young Indian team was in high spirits during training at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday. (PTI Photo) SKY's new-look Team India will look to seal series vs Bangladesh todayNEW DELHI: It's a rarity for an India captain to turn up for an optional training sessions on the eve of an international game. Suryakumar Yadav did so on Tuesday afternoon, ahead of the second T20I against Bangladesh at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. His happy-go-lucky reputation precedes him but it is now evident Surya is emerging as a capable leader since being appointed T20I captain in July.Surya himself went through an intense batting session for over half an hour. He then sat with Abhishek Sharma and Jitesh Sharma next to the nets and had a lengthy chat about international cricket and the importance ...
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Mayank Yadav becomes third Indian bowler to achieve this big feat in T20Is | Cricket News – Times of India

Mayank Yadav. (Pic Credit - X) NEW DELHI: Pace sensation Mayank Yadav on Sunday became the third Indian seamer to bowl a maiden in his very first over in T20I cricket, after Ajit Agarkar and Arshdeep Singh, during a match against Bangladesh in Gwalior.Ajit Agarkar was the first Indian to achieve this milestone. In a T20I against South Africa at Johannesburg in 2006, Agarkar bowled a maiden over in his debut match, setting the tone for India's bowling attack.First over in T20I career a maiden for IndiaAjit Agarkar vs SA Joburg 2006Arshdeep Singh vs Eng Southampton 2022Mayank Yadav vs Ban Gwalior 202416 years later in 2022, young Arshdeep replicated this achievement during his debut against England in Southampton.Known for his ability to swing the ball both ways, Arshdeep displayed remarkabl...
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‘Fit’ Mayank Yadav in special camp ahead of T20Is against Bangladesh | Cricket News – Times of India

Mayank Yadav. (Photo by Sajjad Hussain/AFP via Getty Images) Selectors keen to assess pacer's recovery, after which he could travel with India during NZ TestsKANPUR: The national selectors have included pace bowler Mayank Yadav in a special camp at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) ahead of the T20I series against Bangladesh starting October 6. The camp is limited to a few players, namely Hardik Pandya, Riyan Parag and Abhishek Sharma.The 21-year-old from Delhi has been at the NCA after the IPL because of a recurring side strain.Mayank burst on to the scene in the last IPL as he clocked over 156 kmph in his first two matches. The selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, has identified him as one for the future as they look to build a strong pool of pace bowlers."Mayank hasn't complained ...
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Jasprit Bumrah’s bowling action undergoes ’10 year challenge’. Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians stirred excitement on Monday with a viral video posted on X (formerly Twitter) showcasing Jasprit Bumrah’s iconic bowling action. The post, part of a "10-year challenge", features a side-by-side comparison of Bumrah’s bowling action from 2014 to 2024. While years have passed, fans were captivated by the striking resemblance in his unique bowling technique, reinforcing why Bumrah is regarded as one of the finest fast bowlers India has ever produced.Watch:The video gained attention at a time when Bumrah’s surprise inclusion in India's squad for the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh sparked discussion. Having last played red-ball cricket in March 2024, many expected Bumrah to be rested, especially with a hectic international schedule looming, including Tests ag...
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Hardik Pandya bowls with red ball, triggers speculation over his Test comeback | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya sparked curiosity among fans on Thursday when he shared a video on Instagram story showcasing his bowling skills with the red ball during a practice session in England.The 30-year-old's footage of bowling with the red cherry generated significant interest and speculation on social media platforms, particularly considering his prolonged absence from the Test cricket format.Pandya, who has been grappling with injuries, last featured in a Test match in September 2018 and subsequently underwent surgery on his lower back in 2019.Despite being approached to participate in the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia, Pandya declined the opportunity, expressing his reluctance to replace a regular red-ball player in the team. His most rec...
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Ajay Ratra replaces Salil Ankola in Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday appointed former India wicket-keeper Ajay Ratra as a selector for the men’s cricket team. Ratra replaces Salil Ankola in the five-member panel, effective from Thursday. The change comes as the team gears up for the Duleep Trophy, with Ratra representing North Zone on the committee chaired by Ajit Agarkar.Ankola's departure was necessitated to maintain the balance of regional representation within the selection panel.After Agarkar's appointment as chief selector last year, both Agarkar and Ankola represented the West Zone. Ratra’s inclusion restores the equilibrium."The Cricket Advisory Committee of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday named Mr Ajay Ratra as the newest member of the Men's Selection...
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