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‘Dhoni’s style is different…I will try to be myself’: Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of India’s Asian Games campaign | Asian Games 2023 News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ruturaj Gaikwad is all set to lead the Indian men's cricket team in its historic debut at the Asian Games cricket campaign. Gaikwad, who has drawn inspiration from the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni, expressed his intent to bring his distinctive leadership style to the forefront."I got to learn a lot of things from him (Dhoni) but every person has a different style.His style is different, his personality is different, and my personality is a bit different. I will try to be myself and not really look at what he usually does," Gaikwad conveyed to the media.Asian Games Day 9While he acknowledged Dhoni's influence, Gaikwad emphasised his desire to allow players the freedom to express themselves on the field. "Obviously, yes, you have to pick out some things which he does really w...

19Sep

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Injuries are not in players’ hand, determined to earn national spot back: Deepak Chahar | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India seamer Deepak Chahar believes injuries are not in the hands of a sportsperson but he is determined to get his place back in the national team, having fully recovered from hamstring and back issues.The 31-year-old, who last played for India in December last year, has been bogged down by multiple injury concerns in the past. Chahar picked up a hamstring injury earlier in the season and missed as many as six IPL league games for Chennai Super Kings.Chahar had missed the whole of 2022 IPL due to a back injury and also sat out of the T20 World Cup in Australia."A player should not get disappointed by injuries. These things are not in a player's hand. My priority right now is to remain fit and be available for the team. I will give my 100 per cent for the team whenever I get ...

31Aug

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Asia Cup 2023, BAN vs SL: Dasun Shanaka’s men win with MS Dhoni’s personnel

It is a scene that played out repeatedly during the Indian Premier League, of two special young Sri Lankan bowlers playing a stellar role in Chennai Super Kings’ march to the title. Even the conditions at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium at times resembled what Maheesh Theekshana and Matheesha Pathirana had encountered at Chepauk in April and May, wearing the famous yellow jersey. For a Sri Lanka team ravaged by injuries ahead of the Asia Cup, the duo provided the lift they desperately sought in their bowling, as they set up a comfortable five-wicket win over Bangladesh on Thursday. This win should serve a reminder, rather a warning, to the rest that in these slow conditions, overcoming the hosts, though depleted by the absence of four first-choice players, won’t be an easy t...

31Aug

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Matheesha Pathirana didn’t copy slingy action from Lasith Malinga, it’s natural: Coach Bilal Fassy | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Matheesha Pathirana's sling-shot action immediately reminds one of Lasith Malinga, but the young Sri Lankan did not purposely mimic his legendary senior, according to his childhood coach Bilal Fassy, who insisted that the much-discussed bowling style came naturally to the pacer.Pathirana's Malinga-like motion has earned him nicknames such as Podi (Little) Malinga in Sri Lanka and Baby Malinga among Chennai Super Kings (CSK) supporters.Pathirana had a breakout season for IPL champions Chennai Super Kings. He took 19 wickets in 12 matches and was the go-to bowler for Mahendra Singh Dhoni in crucial circumstances.While Dhoni is training the 20-year-old to be CSK's designated death overs specialist, Fassy believes the Sri Lankan cricket establishment should treat him with caution...

21Aug

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Ruturaj Gaikwad would look to keep it simple like MS Dhoni at Asian Games | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ruturaj Gaikwad believes that managing a team is a difficult task, but when he leads India in the Asian Games next month, he'll strive to make it look easy like his Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni.Gaikwad will lead a youthful team in Hangzhou while the senior team is preoccupied with World Cup preparations."Leadership role is a very complicated thing to be honest. What Mahi bhai (Dhoni) always says is to take it one game at a time, don't worry about the future."Everyone creates hype and whatever it is. I am not the kind of person who tracks social media and hear things about what anyone is saying about me."I think this is one of the traits that I have learned at CSK. I am pretty much clear about giving my best in the field, coming back home, chilling with my friends," he...

16Aug

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MS Dhoni showed faith in me and I believed I could do anything: Matheesha Pathirana | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Beginning his cricketing career under the shadow of MS Dhoni, Matheesha Pathirana is making rapid strides in the shortest format of the game and the 20-year-old credited the legendary former Indian skipper for his tremendous success in such short span of time. Rising star Pathirana, who joined Chennai Super Kings in 2022, played a key role in Dhoni-led side winning the IPL title in 2023.Colombo Strikers' Pathirana, currently the joint-highest wicket-taker in the ongoing Lanka Premier League said Dhoni taught him to how to perform well in T20 cricket."As a youngster, if someone gives you confidence like that, it boosts your career. A player of that level showed faith in me and I believed I can do anything in that moment. Not only me, Dhoni gave confidence to all of us. There w...

14Aug

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Watch: MS Dhoni’s cutest video leaves internet in awe of former India skipper | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former India skipper MS Dhoni's fan following is unmatched. His enigmatic aura, calm demeanour, and exceptional leadership have earned him a legion of devoted admirers.Fondly known as "Thala" and "Captain Cool," he is revered for his humility and approachability, creating a unique bond with fans.The World Cup-winning skipper's fans keep a close tab on social media to get glimpses of their favourite star. Several videos of Dhoni driving his vintage cars have surfaced in the recent past that gathered a lot of traction on social media.But the latest video that is doing the round is certainly the cutest among all as Dhoni was seen holding a baby in his lap."It's all about today Thank You So Much Mahi Sir Thank You @abhi_veins for capturing this precious moment," Sumeet Kumar Baja...

7Aug

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Watch: Ravindra Jadeja dances on the US streets during vacation | Off the field News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Star Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is having a great time during his vacation as he was seen dancing and enjoying on the streets of the United States.Jadeja, who is currently on vacation in the US along with his family, has been rested for the white-ball series in the Caribbean.IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings (CSK) posted a video on Instagram where Jadeja can be seen grooving to music. The caption of the video post read: “When life gives you Mondays, vibe like JADDU! #WhistlePodu #Yellove”.Jadeja was one of the top performers during the two-match Test series against West Indies which India won 1-0 after the second match ended in a draw.!(function(f, b, e, v, n, t, s) { function loadFBEvents(isFBCampaignActive) { if (!isFBCampaignActive) { return; ...

5Aug

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Watch: Kane Williamson gears up for international comeback | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson, who picked up a knee injury during Gujarat Titans' opening game against Chennai Super Kings on March 31 during IPL 2023, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, is gearing up for an international comeback.Williamson is set to miss the 2023 ODI World Cup in India after scans revealed that he had ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament on his right knee and needed a surgery.Recovering enough from his injury, Williamson joined the New Zealand team training camp at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.In a video posted by Cricket New Zealand, Williamson can be seen batting in the nets, doing some catching practice and a couple of fitness exercises, while talking about his return to cricket.The video also has New Zealand head coach Gary Stead p...

31Jul

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Watch: How MS Dhoni’s tip shaped Shivam Dube’s career | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Talismanic MS Dhoni has joined the likes of yesteryear greats Sunil Gavaskar and Sachin Tendulkar who would inspire a generation of rising cricketers with their experiences and pep talks. Now the baton is with the former Indian skipper as the current crop of cricketers look forward to have a chat with Dhoni, seeking his valuable tips as and when they get a chance and also get benefitted after inculcating those tips in their armoury.'Play till the end and try to finish the game' was Dhoni's one of many tips to rising Indian star Shivam Dube, which not only shaped up his career but also changed his approach towards the game. 'Learning from the Great: The MS Dhoni advice that's helping him win matches for his team," read the caption of Dube's interview posted by BCCI on Twitter....

28Jul

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Dhoni: ‘He is in rehab’: Wife Sakshi provides update on MS Dhoni’s injury to fans | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The charismatic 'Captain Cool' MS Dhoni displayed his indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication during the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) season while leading Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Despite facing issues with his knee, Dhoni's determination and leadership were pivotal in guiding CSK to their fifth IPL title.In a viral video on social media, Sakshi Dhoni, MS Dhoni's wife, provided an update on his condition, revealing that he is currently undergoing rehabilitation to address his knee concerns.In the video, a fan was heard shouting, "Mahi bhai kaisa hai? (How is Mahi bhai?)".Sakshi, who was standing upstairs during a movie screening, replied to the fans, saying: "He is recovering. He is in rehab."Throughout the 2023 IPL season, Dhoni took the field, showcasing a determ...

10Jul

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IPL brand value reaches USD 3 billion: Houlihan Lokey report | Cricket News – Times of India

MUMBAI: The stand-alone brand value of the IPL is now USD 3.2 billion, up by 80% from USD 1.8 billion in 2022, while the business enterprise value of the IPL stands at USD 15.4 billion, which is up by 80% from USD 8.5 billion in 2022, as per a brand valuation study by Global investment bank Houlihan Lokey, Inc., the results of which were issued on Monday. A copy of the report is with TOI. Houlihan Lokey's Corporate Valuation Advisory Services advises companies on all valuation matters affecting their financial reporting, tax, and strategic planning initiatives. Offerings include purchase price allocation (valuation of all acquired assets and liabilities), equity valuations for stock, and tax entity valuation for restructuring.The massive surge IPL's brand value is mainly do the impact o...

7Jul

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Happy Birthday Dhoni: Ravichandran Ashwin sends birthday wishes to MS Dhoni with a ‘disclaimer’ | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: '7th July' is a special day for the cricket fans in India as they celebrated their beloved 'Captain Cool' Mahendra Singh Dhoni's birthday on the day. As Dhoni turns 42 on Friday, wishes poured in from leading cricketers from across the world along with millions of fans on the social media.One of the most unique wishes to Dhoni came from none other than Ravichandran Aswhin, who is known for his straightforward social media posts.Ashwin who started his international andIPL career under Dhoni's leadership sent out a birthday wish for 'Mahi bhai' with a 'disclaimer'.Ashwin wrote: "Tweeting on July 7th without wishing the great man a happy birthday can prove to be catastrophic. Happy birthday Mahi bhai." With hashtag disclaimer, Ashwin added that it will be his last birthday wish ...

30Jun

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Watch – ‘Moments that made the night special’: CSK post a video on one month of fifth IPL title | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: It has been a month since Chennai Super Kings won their fifth IPL title after edging out 2022 champions Gujarat Titans by five wickets in a last-ball thriller in Ahmedabad.The CSK took to Twitter on Friday to post a video featuring winning moments of the final. 'Moments that made the night special in #Yellove! #ReliveChampions23 #WhistlePodu', the franchise captioned the video.This was the first time in the history of the IPL that the final was played on the reserve day after rain washed out the original scheduled day.Chennai chased down a rain-revised target of 171 in 15 overs. Ravindra Jadeja scored 10 runs off the final two balls in front of 80,000 fans at the world's largest cricket stadium.The MS Dhoni-led CSK also equalled the record of Mumbai Indians for winning the mo...

22Jun

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Major League Cricket 2023: Mini CSK reunion in Texas | Cricket News – Times of India

A Chennai Super Kings (CSK) reunion of sorts will be part of the inaugural edition of the Major League Cricket (MLC), which begins from July 13 in Texas, USA.Co-owned by CSK, the Texas franchise of MLC, named Texas Super Kings, will have some of the former and current CSK players and officials together to form the core of their squad. Leading the team will be Faf du Plessis, who was a CSK veteran before not being retained ahead of the 2023 IPLseason.He will be reunited with his former teammates at CSK, including all-rounder Dwayne Bravo, who will be back on the field as a player after serving as the CSK bowling coach in the 2023 season.Also in the Texas Super Kings' dugout will be New Zealanders Devon Conway and Mitchell Santner, both of who played key roles in CSK winning their fifth I...

22Jun

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Major League Cricket 2023: Ambati Rayudu begins life after IPL at Texas Super Kings | Cricket News – Times of India

Ambati Rayadu received a perfect send-off from the Indian Premier League as he got the chance to lift the IPL trophy with Chennai Super Kings, having announced his retirement from the league ahead of the final on May 29. In less than two month from that day, Rayudu will be back on the field to play for a different version of the Super Kings - the Texas Super Kings. The middle-order batter will be one of the star attractions when the Major League Cricket (MLC) kicks off in the US from July 13.The 37-year-old Rayudu had retired from internationalcricket after being overlooked for the 2019 World Cup. Co-owned by CSK, the Texas franchise of the MLC will also feature former CSK all-rounder Dwayne Bravo and current players of the reigning IPL champions, namely Mitchell Santner and Devon Conwa...

20Jun

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‘Thanks MS Dhoni Sir’: Afghanistan’s Rahmanullah Gurbaz gets signed jersey from Chennai Super Kings captain | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Talismanic wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni's popularity is just not limited to his fans but the young cricketers across the globe have a penchant to meet their idol or to play alongside him.Afghanistan wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz was the latest to join the bandwagon and got lucky too as he got a signed Chennai Super Kings (CSK) jersey sent by Dhoni on Tuesday.Even the legendary Indian batter Sunil Gavaskar had his shirt signed by the two-time world cup winning captain after a match during the 16th edition of the IPL.Gurbaz took to Twitter to share a picture of a CSK jersey sent by Dhoni as a gift. “Thanks @msdhoni sir for sending the gift all the way from india," wrote Gurbaz.Gurbaz represented Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) during IPL 2023 and played a couple of good kn...

14Jun

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There is an aura around MS Dhoni when he walks into team room: Devon Conway – Times of India

NEW DELHI: New Zealand's talented opening batsman Devon Conway considers himself fortunate to have had the opportunity to spend valuable time with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Conway is in awe of the incredible aura that surrounds the legendary Indian cricketer.Conway played a pivotal role in CSK's remarkable fifth IPL title triumph and, within just a few years, has established himself as one of Dhoni's trusted confidants on the field."I've been lucky to spend quite a lot of time with him (Dhoni). The respect is immense. Every time he walks into a room, there's an aura around him. You want to talk to him, understand what he has to say because of his status in cricket and what he has achieved," Conway told ESPN Cricinfo in an interview."Moeen, MS, (Ajinkya...

13Jun

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Only Ben Stokes could get me back to Test cricket, says Moeen Ali | Cricket News – Times of India

Moeen Ali, the talented all-rounder, revealed that it was only England's charismatic captain, Ben Stokes, who could persuade him to come out of Test retirement for the upcoming Ashes series against Australia.Stokes reached out to Moeen with a simple yet impactful message, a question mark followed by the word 'Ashes?' This unexpected communication from his fellow player caught Moeen off guard. "Stokesy messaged me with a question mark -- 'Ashes?'" Moeen disclosed during a press interaction at Edgbaston on Tuesday.Initially, Moeen thought Stokes was joking and was unaware of the news regarding Jack Leach's injury. However, once he learned of Leach's unavailability, Moeen had a conversation with Stokes to discuss the possibility. "Then the news came through and I had a chat with him," Moee...

12Jun

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Suresh Raina’s name in Lanka Premier League 2023 player auction list | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Suresh Raina, the former Indian cricketer and a key player for the Chennai Super Kings side in the Indian Premier League (IPL), is set to feature in the upcoming Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2023 auction.The auction is scheduled to take place in Colombo on June 14, with the tournament itself commencing on July 31.Raina, known for his powerful batting at the top of the order, has been a consistent performer in the IPL. He participated in every season of the tournament from 2008 to 2021, except for 2020 when he returned to India due to the COVID-19 pandemic.With 205 IPL matches under his belt, Raina has amassed over 5500 runs, including an unbeaten century.During his IPL career, Raina represented both the Chennai Super Kings and the Gujarat Lions. In domestic tournaments, he play...