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Watch: Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya’s priceless connect over unique fielding drill | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya were spotted enjoying each other's company during Team India's training session in Kandy ahead of the first T20I match against Sri Lanka, scheduled to take place on Saturday.There were no signs of animosity between both of them despite Hardik losing out India's T20I captaincy to Surya. During a distinctive fielding exercise designed by T Dilip, who continues to oversee the department amidst the introduction of new coaching personnel by Gautam Gambhir, the two players were seen engaging in friendly interaction.The camaraderie between Hardik and Surya remained unaffected by the change in leadership roles within the team.In a video posted by the BCCI on Friday, Suryakumar and Hardik were captured chuckling during the Indian team's training sess...
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Yashasvi Jaiswal’s work ethic is quite impressive: Sanath Jayasuriya | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: With the Olympics going on, the India-Sri Lanka limited-overs series has hardly raised the fervour among fans. Sanath Jayasuriya, the interim head coach of Sri Lanka, however, believes the series holds “massive importance” for young players from both sides. The Lankan legend spoke to TOI on a number of topical subjects related to the two teams in this exclusive interview.Excerpts...It will be a full-strength Indian team for the series, how do you see the series panning out?We know how good they (India) are. They are playing really well – in the IPL, in the T20 World Cup. If someone isn’t playing well, the other one is taking responsibility. We have a tough task in hand, but I am confident that our players can win the series. The Lankan team couldn’t perform to their potential...
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IND vs SL 2024 1st T20I: First look at new Indian leadership – Gautam Gambhir and Suryakumar Yadav

Indian players are seen during a practice session ahead of the first T20 international against Sri Lanka in Kandy on July 26, 2024. | Photo Credit: AFP It is rare for an Indian cricket series to be obscured from the nation’s eye by another sporting event. But, such is the glow of the Olympics, that it has forced India’s white-ball expedition to Sri Lanka down the pecking order. The tour, which begins with the first of the three T20Is in Pallekelle on July 27, though has something significant to offer. It will provide a first look at an Indian side under a new leadership yoke — Gautam Gambhir as coach and Suryakumar Yadav as captain. Gambhir, whose coaching experience is restricted to mentorship roles in IPL, will seek to identify a core group and build towards defending the T20 World C...
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‘I don’t think his job is to coach the Indian team’: Ex-chief selector talks about Gambhir’s main challenge | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Sandeep Patil, a former player and ex-chief selector, shared his insights on Friday regarding Gautam Gambhir's primary responsibility as the new head coach of the Indian cricket team.Patil emphasized that Gambhir's focus should be on effective man-management rather than coaching the players in their individual skills, given the abundance of talent within the team.Gambhir's first assignment as head coach will be a limited-overs series in Sri Lanka, which includes three T20Is and an equal number of ODIs. The opening match of the T20I series is scheduled to take place on Saturday, marking the beginning of Gambhir's tenure at the helm of the Indian team."I don't think his job is to coach the Indian team. His job is to help the Indian team," Patil told PTI Videos in an exclusive i...
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Gautam Gambhir era of Indian cricket enters competition mode with Sri Lanka T20Is | Cricket News – Times of India

India's newly-appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir and T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav are set to make their debut as a leadership duo against a struggling Sri Lankan side in a series of limited-overs matches, beginning with the first game of the three-match T20I series on Saturday in Pallekele.Gambhir, a two-time World Cup winner, takes over the coaching reins from the widely admired Rahul Dravid.The new coach faces a significant challenge, considering that under Dravid's guidance, the team reached the final in each of the ICC events -- World Test Championship, ODI World Cup and T20 World Cup -- in the respective recent editions.Known for his tenacity and intense approach, Gambhir's coaching style will present a fresh experience for the players, who will also need to adapt to the leadersh...
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‘Bahut special hai’: Suryakumar Yadav opens up about his relationship with new coach Gautam Gambhir | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian cricket is set to embark on a new chapter as they face hosts Sri Lanka in the first of a three-match T20I series on Saturday. This series marks the beginning of a new era under head coach Gautam Gambhir and T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav.Gambhir, who recently took over from Rahul Dravid following India's triumphant T20 World Cup campaign, has already made significant changes to the team. One of the most notable decisions was appointing Suryakumar Yadav as the T20I captain, replacing Hardik Pandya. This choice sparked considerable discussion, but as the series opener approaches, the focus is now on the present and the future.Suryakumar Yadav, known for his aggressive batting style and innovative shots, shared insights into his relationship with Gambhir, describing it as ...
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‘To call senior players for ODI series is…’: Former India cricketer endorses ‘Gautam Gambhir era’ ahead of Sri Lanka series | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: As the Indian cricket team prepares for their upcoming tour of Sri Lanka, former left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha has declared that a new era has commenced under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir. During an event hosted by Sony Sports Network, Ojha highlighted the importance of this change."The Gautam era has started, and it will be interesting to see what changes he will bring to Team India, as this is the new era of the team," Ojha was quoted as saying by ANI.Gambhir, who took over from Rahul Dravid after India's triumphant campaign in the T20 World Cup last month, is set to embark on his first tour as the head coach. His tenure has already brought about significant changes, such as the appointment of Suryakumar Yadav as the T20I captain, replacing Hard...
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Gambhir is clear in his intent and communication: Shubman Gill | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill, the young and talented Indian cricketer, expressed his admiration for the newly appointed head coach, Gautam Gambhir, during a press conference on Thursday. Gill, who has been named the vice-captain for both the T20I and ODI series against Sri Lanka, commended Gambhir's clear and concise approach to the game.The young batsman believes that this quality will be invaluable as the team prepares for the upcoming challenges in Sri Lanka and beyond.Gill also shared his personal ambitions for the future, stating that he hopes to cement his place as a versatile player across all formats of the game."We are the world champions and we will look to play accordingly, and, hopefully, we will have more success under the new coaching staff. This is the first time I am working ...
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‘Rohit Sharma will faint’: Ex-Indian cricketer furious at Gautam Gambhir’s ‘u-turn’ | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth recently expressed his scepticism regarding Rohit Sharma's participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup, given the batsman's age. While acknowledging Virat Kohli's potential to play in the tournament due to his exceptional fitness, Srikkanth cast doubts on Rohit's ability to compete at such a level past the age of 40.This criticism from the former player came in response to Gautam Gambhir's optimistic view that both Kohli and Rohit could extend their careers to the 2027 World Cup, contingent on their fitness."He (Rohit Sharma) is a good player, but his age is 37 presently, and the next ODI World Cup is three more years ahead. He will be 40 years old then. I mean, unless you are a super-fit person like MS Dhoni or Sachin Tendulkar, y...
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‘Sir ek photo dedo na’: Rohit Sharma mobbed by fans at airport. Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Following a triumphant victory at the T20 World Cup, title-winning Team India's captain Rohit Sharma returned to India after a vacation in the United States on Thursday.Upon his arrival at the airport, he was greeted by a large crowd of enthusiastic fans eager to catch a glimpse of their cricketing hero.The crowd was so overwhelming that one fan even requested Rohit for a photograph, addressing him as "Rohit sir" and pleading, "Rohit sir ek photo dedo na" (Rohit sir, please have a selfie with me).Watch:Accompanying Rohit were his wife, Ritika Sajdeh, and their daughter, Samaira, adding to the celebratory atmosphere surrounding the superstar cricketer's homecoming. The craze and adulation from fans were palpable, reflecting the immense pride and joy that Rohit's leadership and...
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India vs Sri Lanka: Rishabh Pant or Sanju Samson, who will Gautam Gambhir choose for T20Is? | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The difficult task of selecting between Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson for the three-match Twenty20 International series against Sri Lanka, which begins on Saturday, will fall to new Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir.Even though the majority of the team that won the T20 World Cup, with the exception of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, are based in the island nation, it will be difficult to choose between Pant and Samson, two flamboyant wicketkeeper batters.Even worse, one cannot fit both of the powerful hitters into the available spots. Samson, despite being a member of the team, did not play in any of the games. Pant, on the other hand, finished third for India in the T20 World Cup with 171 runs, as per PTI.Lately, a bilateral series versus Sri Lanka has taken on a low-stakes...
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‘You expect the captain to…’: Paras Mhambrey reveals how Suryakumar Yadav was first considered as T20I captain under Rahul Dravid | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Suryakumar Yadav has been named the new captain of India's T20I team, a decision that has sparked significant discussion following the announcement of squads for the first assignment under new head coach Gautam Gambhir. This change in leadership comes after cricket legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retired from T20Is. The decision was influenced by fitness concerns about the initially expected captain, Hardik Pandya.Gambhir’s tenure as head coach begins with a white-ball series against Sri Lanka, starting with a three-match T20I series from July 27.Initially, Hardik Pandya, who served as vice-captain to Rohit Sharma during India's T20 World Cup triumph, was seen as the likely choice for captaincy. However, doubts over Pandya's fitness led the team management to opt for Sur...
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India vs Sri Lanka: Why Suryakumar Yadav is expected to take to captaincy like ‘fish to water’ | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: With India gearing ready to embark on a new chapter in T20 cricket after winning the World Cup in June, much expectation surrounds Suryakumar Yadav's captaincy in the three-match series against Sri Lanka that starts this Saturday in Pallekele.R Sridhar, the former fielding coach for India, saw Suryakumar's debut in Twenty20 international cricket in 2021 and is optimistic about the batsman's ability to lead by example because of his cool head and collected nature."Surya has matured a lot from what I know of him from the earlier days, when I was at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), where he used to come as a young athlete, who was very aggressive and very upbeat. But now, if you see, he's much more mature. He's got a much more mellowed head on his shoulders, and he's an astut...
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Sri Lanka squad update: Asitha Fernando replaces injured Dushmantha Chameera for India series | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Pacer Asitha Fernando has been called up to the Sri Lanka squad to replace the injured Dushmantha Chameera for the upcoming home white-ball series against India starting on July 27. Chameera has been ruled out due to bronchitis and a respiratory infection.Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) confirmed this update on X (formerly Twitter): "Dushmantha Chameera is still recovering from a bronchitis and respiratory infection he contracted, and hence will not be part of the T20I series.Asitha Fernando joins the squad in place of Chameera. #SLvIND."Chief selector Upul Tharanga stated at a press conference that Chameera will miss both the T20I and ODI series against India. The 32-year-old pacer, who recently played for the Kandy Falcons in the Lanka Premier League 2024, is focusing on his recove...
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‘It’s not just Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli, there are…’ – Ashish Nehra on Kohli, Gambhir back in same dressing room | Cricket News – Times of India

India's new head coach Gautam Gambhir took the question on his relationship with Virat Kohli head-on at the press conference before the team's departure for the tour of Sri Lanka. While Gambhir said that the matter is not for "public" consumption, it remains to be seen how the two players, who have had multiple on-field spats in the past, work together towards a common goal.Sharing his two cents on the matter, former India pacer Ashish Nehra, who has been Gambhir and Kohli's teammate in both domestic and international cricket, feels that things are different when you are trying to achieve something in unison, unlike when you are playing for different teams and trying to defeat each other. "It's not just Gambhir and Kohli, there are so many players who have had on-field spats in the past...
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Watch: The Surya-Hardik hug ensures ‘all is well’ after the T20I captaincy debate | Cricket News – Times of India

After the row around Mumbai Indians' captaincy, Hardik Pandya found himself in another battle for leadership when India's T20I captain was to be decided between him and Suryakumar Yadav. But this time the decision was not in Pandya's favour as the BCCI named Surya the T20I skipper while announcing the white-ball squads for the tour of Sri Lanka. The development made fans wonders how it would affect the relationship between Surya and Pandya, but a warm hug just before flying to Sri Lanka ensured that all is well between the two. In a video shared by the BCCI before India's departure, Pandya could be seen shaking hands with Surya, who got up from the chair and hugged Pandya. WATCH VIDEOAt the team's pre-departure press conference, the BCCI chief selector and former India pacer Ajit Agarka...
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‘Amuses me that Hardik is termed an allrounder’: Former coach slams Hardik Pandya for skipping domestic cricket | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India allrounder Hardik Pandya is currently navigating challenges in both his personal and professional life. Recently, Pandya announced his separation from wife Natasa Stankovic on social media. Additionally, in a surprising turn of events, Suryakumar Yadav has been named captain for the upcoming T20I series against Sri Lanka, a role Pandya previously held.This decision was made by chief selector Ajit Agarkar and new head coach Gautam Gambhir, who cited concerns about Hardik's fitness and expressed the need for a long-term captain.In an unexpected move, Pandya will represent his home team Baroda in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy. The allrounder last played for Baroda in 2018.With the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled for next year, the BCCI has decided to monitor his fitness ...
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Head coach Gautam Gambhir gives batting tips to Sanju Samson on first day in office | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Gautam Gambhir, the newly appointed head coach of the Indian men's cricket team, took charge on Tuesday as the team began their first practice session in Pallekele, in preparation for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka.Gambhir, who has taken over from the esteemed Rahul Dravid, led the team onto the field and supervised the training session, which included fielding exercises and one-on-one interactions with the players.The practice session primarily focused on running, catching, and individual discussions. Suryakumar Yadav, the new T20I captain, also engaged in interactions with the team members, as reported by PTI.During the session, Gambhir was observed providing batting advice to Sanju Samson and conversing with all-rounder Shivam Dube.Gambhir's coachin...
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‘Teesre-chauthe over mein…’: Suryakumar Yadav gives big hint to Axar Patel ahead of first T20I in Pallekele | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Newly-appointed skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday gave a big hint to left-arm spinner Axar Patel ahead of the first T20I against Sri Lanka in Pallekele.The Sri Lanka series marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Indian T20I team under Suryakumar's captaincy. As he steps into this new role, all eyes will be on him to see how he navigates the team through the series and establishes his leadership style.His previous experience of captaining the Indian side was in 2023 when India won 4-1 against Australia at home, before being held to a 1-1 draw in South Africa.After arriving in Sri Lanka on Monday, Team India had their first training session on Tuesday at the Pallekele International Stadium under the watchful eyes of newly appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir.Before the c...
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Watch: Gautam Gambhir holds first practice session as Team India head coach | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The transition period has begun for Team India in the shortest format of the game.Led by Suryakumar Yadav, the Indian T20I cricket team reached Pallekele via Colombo from Mumbai on Monday.The Indian cricketers headed for their first practice session of the Sri Lanka series on Tuesday under the watchful eyes of Gautam Gambhir who succeeded Rahul Dravid as the head coach.The official broadcaster of the series shared a few clips on their official X handle of the Indian cricketers reaching the stadium and entering the field for a practice session.The Indian cricket team will play 3 T20Is and 3 ODIs against Sri Lanka, starting on July 27 and ending on August 7.The national selectors handed over the vice-captaincy to Shubman Gill in both T20Is and ODIs. Hardik Pandya was relieved o...
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Hardik Pandya Exchanges Heartwarming Hug With Fan Before Flying For Sri Lanka Tour- WATCH

Team India star all-rounder Hardik Pandya shared a heart-warming moment with a fan at the Mumbai airport on July 22 (Monday) before heading off for the white-ball series against Sri Lanka. Despite the T20 World Cup 2024 victory, Pandya has encountered tough times in both his personal and professional life. The Gujarat-born player was stripped of his vice-captaincy in both the ODI and T20I formats and also announced divorce from Natasa Stankovic. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, will play three T20Is against Sri Lanka in the island nation and then Rohit Sharma will lead the Men in Blues in three ODIs. ALSO ON ABP Live | India vs Nepal Women's T20 Asia Cup 2024 Match Preview: Probable Playing 11s, Pitch & Weather Report, Head-To-Head Record In a video s...
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‘Mumbai to Pallekele via Colombo’: Team India arrives in Sri Lanka ahead of white-ball series. Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Indian cricket squad touched down in Pallekele, Sri Lanka on Monday evening, in preparation for their upcoming limited-overs series set to commence on July 27.The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shared a video on X, formerly known as Twitter, showcasing the team's arrival. "Mumbai to Pallekele via Colombo, #TeamIndia have reached Sri Lanka," read the caption of the video.Gautam Gambhir, India's newly appointed head coach, addressed the media in Mumbai before the team's departure.The series will commence with three T20Is on July 27, 28, and 30 at the Pallekele International Stadium.Following the T20I leg, the action will shift to the R Premadasa Stadium for a three-match ODI series starting from August 1.During the press conference, Gambhir acknowledged the si...
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Players won’t be able to pick and choose series under Gautam Gambhir and Ajit Agarkar | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Both the new head coach and the chairman of selectors appeared entirely in sync as they made it clear that the days of cherry-picking series by citing workload management could be over. Gautam Gambhir's plain-speak and Ajit Agarkar's lucidity are going to make for a heady combo.They clarified certain difficult decisions, but in other cases, they were vague enough to leave room for interpretations.Although neither Gambhir nor Agarkar are particularly large on the outside, anyone in the Indian cricket community will attest to the fact that these are two well-observed, intelligent people whose opinions don't easily shift.They appeared to be prepared to back up their words as they presented a united front at their first joint press appearance.Although Agarkar is officially starti...
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I have a fabulous relationship with Jay Shah: Gautam Gambhir | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Before departing for Sri Lanka, head coach of Team India, Gautam Gambhir, discussed his relationship with Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Jay Shah, at a news conference."I have a fabulous relationship with him. Jay Shah and I go a long way back. All these speculations about different things are given on different pages.I think we can do a better job by clarifying those things rather than putting it in the press. We go a long way back. So far, it's been a great relationship. Hopefully, it continues that way," Gambhir said in the press conference.The former left-hand hitter went on to say that the team's success comes before his own."The betterment of Indian cricket is more important. Gambhir is not important. All of us have hearts in the right pl...
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‘You want him to play important games’: Gautam Gambhir on workload management for Jasprit Bumrah | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The newly-appointed India head coach Gautam Gambhir held his first press conference on Monday. He discussed several key topics, emphasizing the importance of workload management for premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah, whom he described as a 'rare bowler.' Gambhir's tenure officially begins with India's tour of Sri Lanka, which starts on Saturday in Pallekele and includes three T20 Internationals and three ODIs."I've said it before, workload management for someone like Jasprit (Bumrah) is important. He is one rare bowler that anyone would want. You want him to play important games. That's why the workload management for not just him but fast bowlers is important," Gambhir stated during the press conference.Bumrah's value to the Indian team has been consistently proven. His outstandi...
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‘Big shoes to fill…’: Gautam Gambhir on succeeding Rahul Dravid as Team India head coach | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Gautam Gambhir feels he has large shoes to fill as he takes over as head coach of Team India, following in the footsteps of greats like Rahul Dravid and Ravi Shastri."The most important thing is that they will always have my back. Aim to make it a happy and secure dressing room. I am taking over a very successful team. Runner-ups in WTC and 50-overs WC.I have big shoes to fill and looking forward to it," Gambhir said in a press conference in Mumbai on Monday.Abhishek Nayar will serve as the team's assistant coach, alongwith Ryan Ten Doeschate."I have worked closely with Abhishek and Ryan in the last two months at IPL with KKR. Both are absolute professionals and hopefully have a successful stint with the Indian team as coaches."With Team India captain Rohit Sharma and star ba...
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