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England’s highest Test wicket-taking spinner Derek Underwood dies at 78 | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Derek Underwood, renowned as England's most successful spin bowler in Test cricket history, passed away at the age of 78, as announced by his former county Kent on Monday.Underwood, whose illustrious first-class career spanned 24 years, from 1963 to 1987, claimed 297 wickets in 86 Tests with his distinctive brisk left-arm spin. His mastery on uncovered pitches was legendary, making him a formidable force even in challenging conditions.One of Underwood's most memorable performances came in 1968 at The Oval, where he played a pivotal role in England's Test victory over arch-rivals Australia.His remarkable figures of 7-50 on a difficult surface secured an unlikely win for England when a draw had seemed inevitable.Underwood's international journey began in 1966 at the age o...

19Sep

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‘It’s beyond my understanding’: Harbhajan Singh on Yuzvendra Chahal’s omission from Australia ODIs | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has voiced his dissatisfaction regarding the exclusion of spinner Yuzvendra Chahal from the upcoming home ODI series against Australia. He expressed his confusion and disappointment, questioning why the 33-year-old talented spinner has not been given an opportunity.Previously, Chahal had also been left out of India's 15-member World Cup squad and has subsequently been plying his trade in County Cricket, representing Kent.Speaking on his YouTube channel, Harbhajan stated: "Yuzvendra Chahal should have been here. He has not been given an opportunity. It is beyond my understanding. Either he has fought with someone or he has said something to someone, I don't know. If we talk only about skill, his name should have been there in this te...

12Sep

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Yuzvendra Chahal shines on County Championship debut for Kent – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: India leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has made a remarkable debut in the County Championship while representing Kent. He showcased his skills by taking three wickets against Nottinghamshire in a Division One fixture on Tuesday.Despite being overlooked by the national selectors for the ongoing Asia Cup and the upcoming World Cup, the 33-year-old delivered an impressive performance, recording figures of 29-10-63-3.Chahal's dismissals included Nottinghamshire batsmen Matthew Montgomery, Lyndon James, and Calvin Harrison. His contributions played a crucial role in helping Kent bowl out their opponents for a total of 265 runs. This outstanding performance allowed Kent to establish a substantial first innings lead of 181 runs on the penultimate day of the four-day contest.For hi...

12Sep

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WATCH: Yuzi Chahal knocks off stump with a ripper on County Championship debut for Kent

[ad_1] Not making the cut in India’s 17-member Asia Cup squad or their World Cup 15 hasn’t taken the charm off Yuzvendra Chahal’s leggies. Not one bit. As the men in blue marauded Pakistan in Colombo in their Super 4 match at the Asia Cup, Chahal produced artistry for Kent on his County Championship debut. The leg spinner nabbed three wickets in the first innings against Nottinghamshire, who remained eight down for 219 on day two of their game. 🗣️ Yuzvendra Chahal speaks about his time in Kent so far with @BBCKentSport pic.twitter.com/F8XtI2u3jg — Kent Cricket (@KentCricket) September 11, 2023 Off his three dismissals, the one that stood out was the clean up of Lyndon James. Bowling from over the wicket to the right hander, Chahal lured the James to press forward for a front foot defenc...

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Snubbed for World Cup, Yuzvendra Chahal to play for Kent in County cricket | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] MUMBAI: Snubbed by the national selectors from the 15-man squad for the 2023 ODI World Cup in India which was announced on Tuesday, leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal will turn out for Kent for what would be his maiden stint in County cricket, TOI has learnt."The Kent County Cricket Club will make an official announcement regarding this development soon. Chahal will play three four-day games for them. The BCCI has granted NOC to him to play County cricket. Should he be a requirement for the India team, Chahal will join the national squad immediately," said a source in the BCCI.Chahal has only played 2 ODIs in 2023 and has picked up 3 wickets. The 33-year-old has taken 121 wickets in 72 ODIs @27.13, and 96 scalps in 80 T20Is @25.09. Speaking to TOI, Chahal hoped it won't be too long befo...

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Arshdeep Singh, Navdeep Saini shine in County Championship | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The Indian fast bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Navdeep Saini displayed their skills and made a significant impact while representing their respective teams in the ongoing County Championship in the United Kingdom.Left-arm paceman Arshdeep Singh showcased his prowess by taking two crucial wickets for Kent in their match against Northamptonshire in County Championship Division 1. His contributions with the ball played a vital role in his team's efforts to excel in the tournament.Saini made an impressive debut in the County Championship Division 2 while representing Worcestershire. Saini wasted no time in making his mark as he picked up his maiden wicket with his very first ball against Derbyshire.Singh (2/56) rocked Northamptonshire's top-order, removing opener Emilio Gay (15...

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Sam Billings reveals battle with skin cancer | Off the field News – Times of India

[ad_1] LONDON: England wicketkeeper batter Sam Billings has revealed his battle with skin cancer and now wants to create awareness among fellow players on the dangers of being exposed to the sun.Billings underwent two operations last year to remove a malignant melanoma on his chest, he informed on his social media handles on Tuesday. He was diagnosed with skin cancer following a routing screening at his county Kent."I had a melanoma that was 0.6mm (deep). The threshold of when it gets really serious is 0.7mm, so really close."If I had left that screening to go to the meeting, and waited until my next one six months down the line it could have been far, far more serious. The margins are so small but can have massive consequences," the 31-year-old told the Telegraph.Billings has played thr...