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Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane have no place in India’s approach of belting the ball in Tests: Sunil Gavaskar | Cricket News – Times of India

Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Following India's 0-3 series defeat against New Zealand, discussions emerged regarding Indian batsmen's difficulties against spin bowling. Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar expressed strong criticism of India's batting approach that resulted in a disappointing series loss. This marked a historic moment as New Zealand achieved the first-ever Test series whitewash against India on Indian soil.Gavaskar highlighted concerns about the persistent "attacking mindset" affecting Test cricket performance. He noted that this aggressive strategy has led to the exclusion of players like Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane from the team."The real issue is the thinking where again the short boundaries and big bats mean that batters, after playing t...
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‘Australia’s batting does not look amazing, but…’: Former skipper Tim Paine makes a big statement ahead of India Test series | Cricket News – Times of India

Tim Paine (Photo Credit: X) NEW DELHI: Former Australia captain Tim Paine believes Australia will begin as clear favourites for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) against India, citing India’s recent struggles with form and injuries.Paine, who led Australia in the last two consecutive BGT losses, shared his thoughts on The Grade Cricketer Podcast, suggesting that Australia’s stability and home advantage give them the edge.“Australia are going to start pretty strong favourites. I think India have not been playing pretty well, their batting looks a little brittle. So, Australia's batting does not look amazing in terms of output, but we know they have got the quality," Paine said.He also mentioned the absence of Mohammed Shami as a significant blow for India and expressed concern over...
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IND vs NZ 2nd Test: ‘Horrible’ Rishabh Pant run-out puts India on back foot in record chase against New Zealand | Cricket News – Times of India

Rishabh Pant's run-out (X Photo) NEW DELHI: India found themselves in a challenging position during their record chase of 359 against New Zealand in the second Test at MCA stadium in Pune on Saturday, despite a promising start in their second innings. After losing captain Rohit Sharma early for just 8 runs, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal kept India in the game with an aggressive half-century, showcasing his remarkable form.Jaiswal's 62-run partnership for the second wicket with Shubman Gill (23 off 31) provided India with the momentum needed for the daunting chase. The 22-year-old was in scintillating form, scoring a rapid 77 off just 65 balls, hitting three sixes and nine fours, before he was dismissed by Mitchell Santner in the 22nd over. At 127/3, India appeared to be in a stable position.Scor...
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Pat Cummins reveals his worse Border-Gavaskar Trophy series defeat in Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma and Pat Cummins (X Photo) Australia captain Pat Cummins has stated that the 2018-19 Test series loss to India was more painful compared to the 2020-21 defeat. In the 2018-19 series, India, led by Virat Kohli, defeated Australia 2-1, with significant contributions from Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara. Cummins explained that during that series, Australia was completely outplayed.Speaking on The Grade Cricketer podcast, Cummins said, "I actually thought the series before (2018-19) was worse because we got completely beaten whereas that series (in 2020-21) was quite (keenly) fought."During the 2020-21 series, a depleted Indian team again achieved a 2-1 victory, marking their first Test match win at Gabba in 32 years.Cummins acknowledged India's strong performance, stating, "I thought ...
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India tour of Australia: Selectors likely to meet on this date to pick squad | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to announce the Indian Test squad for the much-anticipated tour of Australia sooner rather than later. According to a report from Cricbuzz, the selection committee will meet after the end of the second Test against New Zealand in Pune to finalize the squad for the prestigious Border–Gavaskar Trophy.This squad announcement, understood to take place on October 28, carries significant importance, with selectors set to address key questions regarding player form, fitness, and team composition.Cheteshwar Pujara Under SpotlightA major talking point is the potential recall of veteran batsman Cheteshwar Pujara, who has not featured in India’s Test side since the World Test Championship (WTC) final in 2023. Pujara's strong trac...
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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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Cheteshwar Pujara sends timely reminder to selectors with record hundred ahead of BGT | Cricket News – Times of India

Cheteshwar Pujara (Photo credit: X) NEW DELHI: Out of favour batter Cheteshwar Pujara on Monday struck a masterful ton for Saurashtra in the Ranji Trophy match against Chhattisgarh in Rajkot.With the solid ton, Pujara sent a timely reminder to India selectors ahead of the upcoming marquee Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. The century was Pujara's 66th in First Class cricket as the veteran continued to pile on runs in the domestic circuit.With the century, he surpassed West Indies great Brian Lara for most hundreds in First Class cricket.The hundred was also Pujara's 25th in the Ranji cricket -- second most -- among active players.On his way to sixth ton of the year, Pujara also crossed the 21,000-run mark in First Class cricket.The Pujara ton came after Chhattisgarh piled up 578 for 7 (...
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‘It’s going to be a shame…’: Pat Cummins on Cheteshwar Pujara’s absence in Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

Cheteshwar Pujara and Pat Cummins. (File Pic - AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Australian captain Pat Cummins on Tuesday acknowledged the absence of India's batting stalwart Cheteshwar Pujara from the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, calling it a 'shame' that the dependable No. 3 won't be part of the series.Pujara, known for his resilience and grit, has often been a thorn in Australia’s side. However, Cummins believes India will find a suitable replacement who plays in a similar style, ensuring their batting strength remains intact.Cummins described the experience of bowling to Pujara as 'real Test cricket' acknowledging the challenge posed by the Indian player's unwavering focus and solid defensive technique.Pujara's tenacious batting performances were instrumental in India's successful overseas cam...
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India vs New Zealand: Memorable Test spells in India | Cricket News – Times of India

Ajaz Patel, Dion Nash, Ravichandran Ashwin, Javagal Srinath. (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The India-New Zealand Test cricket rivalry has seen some remarkable bowling spells on Indian soil over the years. These spells have often shaped the course of matches and are etched in the memories of cricket fans. These bowling performances have played a key role in shaping the India-New Zealand Test rivalry in India, showcasing the skills of both spin and pace bowlers from both sides.Here are some of the most memorable Test bowling performances in India in India-New Zealand cricket rivalry:Ajaz Patel - 10/119, Mumbai (2021)New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel created history by becoming only the third bowler in Test history to take all 10 wickets in an innings, joining the legendary Jim Laker and Anil Kumble...
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With old-world charm and present-day purpose, the Ranji Trophy juggernaut is ready to roll 

Saurashtra player Cheteshwar Pujara during a practice session at Sri Ramakrishna College cricket grounds in Coimbatore on Thursday, ahead of the Ranji Trophy match against Tamil Nadu from Friday. | Photo Credit: Periasamy M Ranji Trophy has an old-world charm and a present-day purpose. It is a tournament with a 90-year history, is played in Test whites with a red cherry, at grounds quaint and modern, across the length and breadth of this gigantic country.It also occupies a prime position in the supply chain that feeds Indian cricket, especially the longer format. The sheer number of runs a batter scores or the bucketload of wickets a bowler takes are impossible to ignore, as seen recently in the ascent of Mumbai’s Sarfaraz Khan, Madhya Pradesh’s Rajat Patidar and the Bengal pace duo of Muk...
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Cheteshwar Pujara was backbone of Indian batting on last two Australia tours, says Hanuma Vihari

Hanuma Vihari, part of India’s back to back series wins in Australia, reckons the services of veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara will be dearly missed when the team aims for a hat-trick Down Under later this year. | Photo Credit: PTI Hanuma Vihari, part of India's back to back series wins in Australia, reckons the services of veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara will be dearly missed when the team aims for a hat-trick Down Under later this year.The five Test series begins in Perth from November 22. Out of favour Pujara was the leading run-getter in the 2018-19 series with 521 off 1258 balls and was once again the backbone of Indian batting three years later when he accumulated 271 runs off 928 balls.Across the two teams, the 103-Test veteran by far faced the number of balls to wear out the oppos...
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‘Big shoes to fill, but…’: Dinesh Karthik feels these two youngsters can replace Pujara and Rahane for Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik disclosed that in his opinion youngsters Shubman Gill and Sarfaraz Khan have the potential to replace veteran batters Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, beginning on November 22 in Perth. Karthik revealed this potential squad change on Cricbuzz, attributing it to the younger players' strong performances earlier this year."Shubman Gill and Sarfaraz Khan.Both of those batters have done really well against England in the home series that recently happened at the start of the year. I have a feeling both of them will definitely be on that flight to Australia and will be trying to do their best. We will know if they're able to replace both Ajinkya and Pujji (Pujara). Big shoes to fill, but t...
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