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Exclusive: Big expectations ruin your mental peace, says Mukesh Kumar | Cricket News – Times of India

Team India and DC pacer Mukesh Kumar on his bowling prowess and Ishant Sharma's role behind his recent successNEW DELHI: Pacer Mukesh Kumar has been widely regarded in the Indian cricketing fraternity as one who can deliver in all three formats. In 2023, Mukesh made his international debut in all three formats, and has fared decently without setting the stage on fire.Excerpts from an exclusive interaction...What are your expectations from this season's IPL?I want to give my best and help Delhi Capitals win the IPL.It's nearly a year since you are part of the Indian dressing room. What have you learnt from a masterful bowler like Jasprit Bumrah?We interact a lot. I met him (Bumrah) for the first time during the Ireland series last year. It was his comeback series after his back injury. H...
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Akash Deep could get Test cap in Jasprit Bumrah’s absence in Ranchi | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The uncapped pace bowler Akash Deep has emerged as the leading candidate to partner Mohammed Siraj in the fourth Test against England, following his diligent participation in optional training sessions in Ranchi on Thursday.During the optional training, the 27-year-old right-arm pacer was observed bowling at full intensity alongside his Bengal teammate Mukesh Kumar at the nets on Wednesday.Furthermore, he engaged in an extensive batting session on the eve of the Test, with only five other Indian players attending practice.India have been compelled to hand debut caps to Rajat Patidar, Dhruv Jurel, and Sarfaraz Khan thus far due to the absence of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Shreyas Iyer.With pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah also being rested for the Ranchi Test, Akash Deep appears ...
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IND vs ENG: Who will replace Jasprit Bumrah in India playing XI for Ranchi Test against England?

With a resounding 434-run win over England in the third Test in Rajkot, India head into the next match with a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. Having bounced back from a defeat in the first Test in Hyderabad, India have been led by brilliant individual performances with both bat and ball. On the bowling front, Jasprit Bumrah has led the wicket-taking charts with his exemplary display in all three Tests thus far. Bumrah’s exhaustive work is likely to call for a break in the upcoming Test in Ranchi, in line with the workload management program. In the second Test in Visakhapatnam, India had rested seamer Mohammed Siraj after his long and continuous run across formats. READ: Railways record highest successful chase in Ranji Trophy history The 30-year-old Bumrah turned the Vizag Test in...
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Jasprit Bumrah set to be rested for fourth Test against England: Report | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is set to be rested for the upcoming fourth Test in Ranchi, which commences from February 23, a Cricbuzz report stated.The decision to rest Bumrah is part of workload management of the Indian team. The Indian team is expected to leave Rajkot for Ranchi on Tuesday and Bumrah is unlikely travel with the side for the fourth Test. Bumrah's participation in the fifth and final Test in Dharamsala will depend on the the outcome of the Ranchi Test, the report further said. Bumrah is likely to travel to Ahmedabad on Monday via road from Rajkot -- a four hour journey. Bumrah, the leading wicket-taker in the series -- 17 -- has already bowled close to 81 overs combined in the first three Tests in Hyderabad, Vizag and Rajkot. Similar to Bumrah, pacer...
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Mukesh Kumar returns to make a difference in Ranji Trophy match | Cricket News – Times of India

KOLKATA: Twelve wickets fell on the opening day as Bengal took control of the Elite Group 'B' Ranji Trophy match against Bihar at the Eden Gardens here on Friday. The last time Bengal bowlers dominated their rivals so convincingly was against Uttar Pradesh when they bowled them out for 60 runs in one session at Kanpur. That match unfortunately did not go in Bengal's favour as the weather played spoilsport.But this time Bengal should end up with maximum points against an opposition who are still wanting at this level of cricket.The Bengal pace trio of Mukesh Kumar, Suraj Jaiswal and Mohammed Kaif ran through the Bihar innings to dismiss them for 95 after skipper Manoj Tiwary won the toss and elected to bowl.At stumps on Day I, the hosts have taken a slender 16-run lead finishing at 111 f...
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Akash Deep: From Twin Tragedies to Realizing His Dream | Cricket News – Times of India

KOLKATA: "I feel the Bengal bowling unit is one of the best in recent Indian domestic cricket," former India opener WV Raman had said before the Bengal vs Saurashtra Ranji Trophy final at the Eden Gardens in 2023. He was not wrong as the Bengal pace trio of Akash Deep, Mukesh Kumar and Ishan Porel tore apart all opposition that season. It's thus a natural progression that two of them -Akash and Mukesh - will share the India dressing room in the coming three Test matches against England.While Mukesh had already represented the country in all three formats of the game, it's time for his statemate now to make a mark after getting his maiden call-up for red ball cricket. Akash has been one of the most consistent performers in recent time with his standout performances for India 'A' being on...
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IND vs ENG 2nd Test: How India tripped Bazball as it sprinted to the finish line

It came down to a boxing bout, of sorts. England had landed a few Bazball-blows to leave India staggering and the 332-run target was shrinking rapidly. For most part of the first session on Day 4, along with the bat-ball contest, it was mind games that delighted those who value the ebbs the flow of Test cricket. At one point it seemed the decibel level at Vizag was dangerously dropping. The Indians were getting nervous.Jasprit Bumrah was seen off, Axar Patel was sawn off, and with India reluctant to turn to Kuldeep Yadav, it was up to R Ashwin, who was wicketless in the first innings and had his reputation dented a bit in the first Test. Usually restlessly tentative at the start where he desperately tries to feel bat on ball, first Test hero Ollie Pope was motoring along. Ashwin had cho...
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IND vs ENG: Bumrah stops Bazball. For now.

As the clock struck 2:12 pm, Tom Hartley’s off-stump went for a walk. On a sun soaked Vizag pitch, Jasprit Bumrah stood with his arms out-stretched before the rest of his teammates mobbed him for one final time here. On a pitch that hardly showed any signs of coming to life, it was befitting that Bumrah (match figures of 9/91) gave finishing touches to a Test that he had single-handedly put India in control from Day 2 onwards. And on Monday, with the help of R Ashwin, he helped India finally overcome the Bazball blues, posting a series-levelling 106-run win. After two rounds, it reads India 1, England 1. And when the series resumes after a nine-day break in Rajkot, it would need a brave punter to put money on which way this will end. If the jubilant celebrations in the middle showed the...
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Rohit Sharma always tells us about areas to bowl in the nets, says Mukesh Kumar | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a splendid turnaround during the second Test against South Africa at Newlands, Mukesh Kumar, initially sidelined in the series opener, emerged as a pivotal force, contributing significantly to India's series-levelling triumph. The seasoned duo of Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah dominated the wicket column, but Mukesh's disciplined bowling secured four crucial dismissals, aiding India's comeback.Mukesh, known for his astute approach to the game, shared insights with reporters, expressing contentment with his performance in the critical encounter. Recognizing the unique challenges posed by South African conditions, Mukesh adjusted his lengths judiciously, avoiding the risk of bowling too full."In India, when you try to bowl a fuller length, the ball moves in the air, but h...
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Sanjay Manjrekar defends Shardul Thakur, blames collective bowling failure for Centurion loss | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar defended Shardul Thakur, stating that the blame for India's loss in the first Test against South Africa should not be solely placed on the all-rounder. Manjrekar highlighted the collective failure of the Indian bowling unit as a significant factor in the defeat at Centurion.Thakur, who was dropped from the playing XI for the second Test at Cape Town, faced criticism for his performance in the first Test, where he took one wicket in 19 overs, conceding 101 runs. Mukesh Kumar replaced Thakur in the second Test and contributed with four wickets in the match, aiding India's seven-wicket victory."I understand why they wanted batting depth with Shardul, especially given that they have new players batting at 1, 3 & 5 and also Shardul's rec...
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Simple and cerebral: How Mohammad Siraj took 6 for 15 to bowl out South Africa for 55

“Remember how we batted against Australia and England,” Rohit Sharma would remind in the immediate aftermath of the bruising at Centurion. He didn’t place the bowling in that memory frame then – they too had leaked over 400 runs on a bowler-friendly surface – but they certainly reminded everyone, least of all the South African batsmen, what venom they are capable of. In particular, their top 2 – Mohammad Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah, who pitched in new-ball spells that would stay in the mind for long as they wiped out South Africa for 55 in the first innings.In the time to come, a highlights package might show a couple of spectacular kickers, but it was the underlying plan – refreshingly simple and yet very cerebral – that should be cherished after the profligacy in Centurion. It had the re...
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How sizzling Siraj ripped apart South Africa’s batting line-up in second Test | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Seamer Mohammed Siraj delivered a career-defining performance, claiming an outstanding 6-15 as India capitalised on a lively wicket to dismantle South Africa's batting line-up.The visiting side successfully bowled out the hosts for a mere 55 runs, accomplishing the feat on the brink of lunch during the opening day of the second Test at Newlands in Cape Town on Wednesday.Siraj, who did it in a straight spell of nine overs, was ably supported by Jasprit Bumrah (2-25) and Mukesh Kumar (2-0) as Indian pacers wreaked havoc after South African skipper Dean Elgar opted to bat in his swansong Test.Here is how the Indian pacers ripped apart South African batting in the first session of the second and final Test:SA 5/1 in 3.2 overs: Siraj quickly zeroed in on the perfect line, executin...
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Have to show trust in Prasidh Krishna’s ability, says skipper Rohit Sharma | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian captain Rohit Sharma expressed his unwillingness to lose faith in Prasidh Krishna's abilities to endure the challenges of five-day cricket, despite a lackluster debut in the opening Test against South Africa.In the Centurion Test, Prasidh faced a tough initiation, conceding 93 runs in 20 overs as India lost the match by an innings and 32 runs.Despite this challenging start, Rohit remains optimistic about Prasidh's potential in Test cricket."We had a brief chat with management as to what we want from this game from the bowlers, we haven't exactly finalized our eleven, all our players are fit and available. We will sit down and decide," Rohit said when asked about potential changes and whether Mukesh Kumar has a chance to play.It appears that Rohit is inclined to persist...
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Rohit Sharma focuses on Mukesh Kumar during net session, Ravindra Jadeja goes full tilt | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: With Prasidh Krishna having a forgettable Test debut in Centurion, the focus was on the other pacer Mukesh Kumar at Team India's optional training session at the Supersport Park on Saturday.After the heavy defeat in the opening game, skipping the session was unsurprisingly not an option as the players had an intense two-hour training. Skipper Rohit Sharma, who was undone by Proteas pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada twice in the first Test faced Mukesh majorly during the session -- for at least 45 minutes. While the fit-again Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin also bowled in the same nets, the Indian skipper's complete attention was on the one Test old Bengal seamer. Occasionally, Dayanand Garani, the throwdown specialist kept his deliveries fast and full on off stump channel....
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India in South Africa | Rohit Sharma focuses on Mukesh during net session, Jadeja goes full tilt

Head coach Rahul Dravid with captain Rohit Sharma during a practice session in Centurion on December 30, 2023. | Photo Credit: PTI It was an optional session at the Supersport Park but for India skipper Rohit Sharma, skipping the nets wasn't an option. Outfoxed by South African pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada in both innings of the opening Test, Rohit was present as skipper and batter in equal measure during a two-hour session. The Indian captain was focussed on facing Mukesh Kumar, who bowled only to Rohit for at least 45 minutes. While the fit-again Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin also bowled in the same nets, the Indian skipper's complete attention was on the one Test old Bengal seamer. Occasionally, Dayanand Garani, the throwdown specialist kept his deliveries fast and full on...
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India vs South Africa: Ravindra Jadeja could be available for 2nd Test against South Africa | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Indian cricket team has some good news amid the misery after a crushing loss: veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja may be eligible for the second Test against South Africa in Cape Town, which begins on January 3.Jadeja reported having a "upper back spasm" in the morning of the first Test match at Supersport Park, therefore he was unable to play.Those in attendance on the third day of the first Test, however, witnessed Jadeja taking part in the warm-up before play got underway.Throughout the morning session, the all-rounder ran several short strides of 30 to 40 meters without appearing to be in any kind of trouble.Throughout the session, he also performed a few fitness drills.The thing that gave the most comfort, though, was seeing him bowl during the third day's lunch brea...
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India vs South Africa: Avesh Khan replaces Mohammed Shami in India squad for 2nd Test | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The BCCI named Avesh Khan as a replacement for injured fast bowler Mohammed Shami for the second Test against South Africa.The second Test will be played from January 3, 2024 at Newlands in Cape Town.India trail the two-Test series 0-1 after losing the first Test in Centurion by an innings and 32 runs on Thursday.Shami was ruled out of the two Tests as he did not get the necessary clearance from the BCCI medical team."The Men's Selection Committee has named Mr Avesh Khan as a replacement for Mr Mohd. Shami for the second Test against South Africa to be played from 3rd-7th January 2024 in Cape Town," the board said in a release on Friday.Avesh, 27, had a part in India's successful campaign in the three-match ODI series against South Africa, where he grabbed six wickets. Avesh ...
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Mukesh Kumar or Prasidh Krishna? R Ashwin or Shardul Thakur? And why Centurion is South Africa’s Gabba

As usual, on the eve of another Test in a SENA country, India are facing a familiar question about their combination. With Mohammed Shami missing the series with an injury, India have a couple of decisions to make in the bowling front. It isn’t just about whether the five bowling option should be 3:2 (pacers vs spinners), but even if they go with a lone spinner, who will make the four-prone seam attack. The Indian Express takes a look… This will be India’s first away Test without both Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane since 2012. With Shubman Gill at No 3 and Shreyas Iyer at No 5, it now gives the team the sort of intent that they have been seeking off-late. With Yashasvi Jaiswal accompanying skipper Rohit Sharma at the top and Virat Kohli in at No 4, India’s batting has the ingredie...
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Ahead of Boxing Day Test against South Africa, captain Rohit Sharma lauds Indian quicks: ‘Our seamers have earned that respect’

It was almost inevitable that Indian skipper Rohit Sharma was asked of his seam attack. His Proteas counterpart Temba Bavuma had some big words for the Indian quicks the other day. When asked if Mohammed Shami’s absence handed any advantage to South Africa in the two-match series, Bavuma stated, “India being India, and with the depth that they have, you have to trust that whoever comes in will also put you under pressure.” Pretty big, coming from the opposition captain but Rohit Sharma believes his quicks have “earned that respect”. “Not just few years, the last five-seven years. We’ve done pretty well in Australia, in England and even South Africa. The seamers have pulled their weight in,” the 36-year-old said in the pre-match press conference. “Yes, Shami will be a big miss. Obviously...
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India vs South Africa 1st Test playing XI tip off: Rohit-Kohli mark return post World Cup, KL Rahul to keep wickets, Bumrah to lead pace attack

Having levelled the T20I series and triumphed in the ODIs, India will be looking to create history by claiming their first-ever Test series win in South Africa. The previous eight series in the longest format that India have contested on these shores have seen the hosts triumph seven times while the 1-1 drawn series in 2010 has been the visitors’ best outing.The last time India played a Test series in South Africa, they’d started with a win in Centurion but went on to loss in Johannesburg and Newlands, which was also the final international match India played under the captainship of Virat Kohli. Under Rohit Sharma’s tenure as the skipper in the longest format, the upcoming two Tests will be a first-full SENA series for the two time World Test Championship finalists. With the SuperSport...