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25Nov

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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals retain Prithvi Shaw | Cricket News – Times of India

MUMBAI: Dashing Mumbai opener Prithvi Shaw, currently recovering from a knee injury he sustained while playing for Northamptonshire in County cricket, has been retained by his IPL side, the Delhi Capitals, TOI has learnt.Recently, there was speculation that Shaw would be released by DC, but a source confirmed to this paper, “Yes, he has been retained for IPL-2024 by the Delhi Capitals.He has been recovering at the National Cricket Academy, and should be fit for the Ranji Trophy.”The youngster has been with the Delhi Capitals (earlier Delhi Daredevils) since he was bought by them in the 2018 IPL auction for Rs 1.2 crores.The 24-year-old had smashed blazing knocks of 244 (off just 153 balls) & 125 in his maiden county season this summer before a bad knee injury while fielding cruelly ...

14Nov

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World Cup: India seek a perfect 11 | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit's men have been clinical by focusing on team work. Now all they need to do is pull off two more wins...BENGALURU: In team work, India have found their strength. That much is evident in their nine-match win streak in the league phase. The numbers merely prove what this team has set out to do - translate individual excellence into success for the team.The players' stats in this tournament reaffirm their domination.India vs Netherlands WC: India crush Netherlands by 160 runsAs a team, Rohit Sharma and his men have scored 2523 runs in 396.2 overs, the most by a team which has played under 400 overs. They have conceded 1708 runs in 450 overs, the least among the 10 teams. They have the second largest margin of victory - 302 runs against Sri Lanka - and a total of 85 wickets have been t...

2Nov

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Watch: Rishabh Pant leads VVS Laxman’s cake-smear birthday party | Off the field News – Times of India

Batting legend VVS Laxman's 49th birthday celebrations on Wednesday witnessed a cake-smear party, which has now become a ritual with Team India players. And leading the credits for that was wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant.In a video posted by Pant on 'X', Laxman could be seen putting a little cream on Pant's face, after which Pant cut a big chunk out of the cake and smeared it on Laxman's face.Pant is currently out of the Indian team as he is recuperating from injuries suffered in a car acident. VVS Laxman retired from international cricket in 2012 and is currently the head of National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, besides filling in as India coach intermittently.His last assignment as the coach of the Indian team was during the recently concluded Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, where ...

2Oct

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2023 ODI World Cup countdown: From Shubman Gill to Kuldeep Yadav – Watch out for these Indian game-changers | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India target a third World Cup when cricket's global showpiece gets underway on Thursday. The epic tournament features 10 nations playing 48 matches over 46 days at 10 different venues. The opening match on Thursday between champions England and New Zealand as well as the final on November 19 are being staged at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium. India will face Pakistan at the mega-venue on October 14.Kuldeep Yadav - Chinaman bowlerHaving displayed exceptional form in recent ODI outings, Kuldeep Yadav is being touted as one of India's potential game-changers in the highly anticipated 2023 ODI World Cup.Kuldeep's reputation as a spinner with a touch of mystery precedes him, celebrated for his chinaman spin bowling and the ability to craft intricate webs of deception on the cr...

18Sep

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‘Fascinating how Rishabh Pant’s impact has changed…’: Former Australian wicket-keeper – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rishabh Pant may not be fit to participate in the upcoming World Cup, but former Australian cricketer Adam Gilchrist remains captivated by the significant impact the talented wicket-keeper batter has had during his six-year association with the Indian national team.Pant, who endured a severe car accident in December of the previous year, is presently undergoing a rehabilitation program at the National Cricket Academy(NCA) in Bengaluru.His return to competitive cricket is expected sometime next year.In Pant's absence, KL Rahul will take on the wicket-keeping duties for India, and Ishan Kishan stands a good chance of featuring in the team as a specialist middle-order batter. Despite Pant's temporary absence, his contributions and potential remain highly regarded by cricket enth...

11Sep

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Suresh Raina backs Ishan Kishan to open for Team India – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer Suresh Raina has expressed his support for Ishan Kishan potentially taking up the role of an opener for Team India. Raina commended the 25-year-old's strong character and his ability to cultivate a positive team environment, qualities reminiscent of the injured Rishabh Pant.During the rained-out Asia Cupopener against Pakistan in Pallekele on September 2, Kishan, a wicketkeeper-batter, showcased his maturity with a composed innings of 82 while batting at No.5.However, the left-hander, who currently opens for Jharkhand and his IPL franchise Mumbai Indians, also possesses the versatility to excel at the top of the batting order."I always said that Ishan Kishan has to open because he is a strong character who maintains a good team atmosphere," Raina told JioCine...

6Sep

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‘Ishan Kishan understood the pulse of…’: Former India opener | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra offered his perspective on why wicketkeeper-batsman Ishan Kishan rightfully earned his spot in the 15-member squad for the upcoming ODI World Cup.Chopra highlighted that Kishan, a left-handed batter, has not had the luxury of consistent opportunities and has often faced considerable pressure when he did get a chance.Kishan's inclusion in India's ODI World Cup squad comes as a result of his improved performances and his versatility, having played in all three formats for the national team this year. This selection is particularly significant as it coincides with the absence of KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant due to injuries.Kishan's credentials were further strengthened by his remarkable innings, notably his sensational 210-run knock against Bangla...

6Sep

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India World Cup Squad 2023: ‘Batting depth’ is buzzword | Cricket News – Times of India

Selectors opt for Shardul, Axar over specialists in India's squad; KL Rahul, Suryakumar get the nodIndia on Tuesday announced the squad for the ODI World Cup due to start in India from October 5, with the untested KL Rahul - returning from a long injury layoff - being named in the squad. While Rahul has cleared the fitness test at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), he has had no game time since injuring his hamstring during the IPL earlier this year.The 15-member team wore the same look as the 17-member team currently playing in Asia Cup, with two changes - Prasidh Krishna and rookie Tilak Varma missed out.06:22Fit-again KL Rahul in India's 15-member World Cup squadAdding depth to the batting was the centre issue of the selection meeting. That line of thinking worked in favour of Shard...

4Sep

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‘I have started seeing some light in the dark tunnel’: Rishabh Pant shares high-intensity workout video | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, who is currently in the process of recovering from a deadly car accident, is actively engaged in his rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru.Pant had suffered injuries in a car accident on the Delhi-Dehradun highway near Roorkee in December 2022. The incident resulted in multiple injuries, encompassing a fractured wrist, ankle, toe, back, and a head injury.Pant, who has been consistently sharing updates regarding his progress with his fans, shared yet another video of his high-intensity workout on social media platform X, formerly Twitter, on Monday.Thanking god, Pant captioned the video post: "Thankful to god at least I have started seeing some light in the dark tunnel."Pant, who has displayed commendable adv...

29Aug

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Rishabh Pant visits India”s training camp ahead of Asia Cup

Stationed at the National Cricket Academy here for his recovery and rehabilitation work, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant made a visit to India’s training camp ahead of the Asia Cup. Pant, who is on a long comeback trail with no set timeline of return, is making strong recovery from the injuries suffered in the horrific car accident last December. In a video shared by the Indian cricket board on social media, Pant can be seen grinning ear to ear as he enters the field and meets his teammates Kuldeep Yadav and Shardul Thakur, before heading for a chat with the head coach Rahul Dravid. Recently, the explosive batter was seen batting in a recreational event here during the Independence Day. The little shimmy down the pitch might have come as a confidence booster for the batter as well ...

29Aug

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Watch: Rishabh Pant visits India’s training camp ahead of Asia Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Recovering and undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy in Alur, wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant paid a visit to India's training camp ahead of the Asia Cup.Pant, who is in the midst of a determined return journey without a definite timeline, is displaying remarkable progress in recuperating from the injuries he sustained in a distressing car accident last December.A video, disseminated by the Indian cricket board on social media, captures Pant's infectious grin as he steps onto the field, reconnecting with teammates Kuldeep Yadav and Shardul Thakur. Following this cheerful reunion, he engages in a conversation with the head coach Rahul Dravid.Recently, the explosive batter was seen batting in a recreational event during the Independence Day.The little shim...

29Aug

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‘I could have told you 18-19 months ago…’, asserts Team India head coach Rahul Dravid | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India had solidified their choices for the number four and number five positions for the upcoming ODI World Cup almost 18 months ago. However, their plans were abruptly disrupted due to a series of injuries to key batters, as highlighted by coach Rahul Dravid in Bengaluru on Tuesday.Dravid emphasised that the injuries sustained by prominent players such as Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul and Rishabh Pantcompelled the team management to explore alternative options in the middle-order during recent times.He clarified that these changes were not driven by mere experimentation, but rather a necessity dictated by the circumstances."The No. 4 and 5 spots are discussed a lot and give the impression that we didn't have clarity on who is going to be there. I could have told you 18-19 months ag...

29Aug

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Rishabh Pant rehab video goes viral: Grip, twist, paddle | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant is steadily progressing on the path to recovery following a car accident that occurred in December last year. Emerging from what could have potentially been a life-threatening incident, the left-handed batsman has dedicated his time to rigorous gym sessions aimed at enhancing his overall fitness.Pant had suffered injuries in a car accident on the Delhi-Dehradun highway near Roorkee in December 2022. The incident resulted in multiple injuries, encompassing a fractured wrist, ankle, toe, back, and a head injury.During his time away from the cricket field, Pant has displayed commendable advancement in his recuperation journey. Consistently engaging in gym workouts, he has also incorporated yoga and Pilates into his routine to aid in his re...

11Aug

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‘Thanks for looking after me’: Rishabh Pant celebrates birthday of NCA coach | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: On the road to recovery at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru after surviving a car crash last December, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant on Thursday celebrated the birthday of the academy coach.In a video posted on Instagram, Pant along with NCA head VVS Laxman among others were seen celebrating the birthday.The coach has been working with Pant at the NCA for the last few months. In the post Pant also thanked the coach for taking care of him.Pant, who had knee ligament surgery after surviving a car crash has been making significant progress. The 25-year-old has commenced batting as well as keeping in the nets.Pant is currently following a fitness programme designed for him which includes strength, flexibility and running.!(function(f, b, e, v, n, t, s) { fun...

31Jul

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“I am a turtle, not a rabbit…”: Hardik Pandya on his bowling workload | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya has expressed his readiness to take on a significantly higher bowling workload as he prepares for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, which will be held in India from October 5 to November 19. He acknowledges the importance of balancing his roles as a bowler and a batter, likening his approach to that of a turtle rather than a rabbit, indicating a gradual and measured progression.Pandya is currently part of India's white-ball squad for the series in West Indies.He had a two-month break after the conclusion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on May 29. During this time, he took a month off to switch off mentally and then underwent a rigorous three-week physical conditioning program at the National Cricket Academy, focusing on both skill development...

31Jul

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If Bumrah does not play World Cup semi-final/final, we wasted time on him: Kapil Dev

Jasprit Bumrah’s back injury has been the talk of Indian cricket since last year. A recurring injury that’s been bugging him since the India tour of England in July and has seen him miss out on professional cricket since October last year. With a home ODI World Cup on horizon, there have been doubts over Bumrah’s fitness in the first team leading up to the tournament and Asia Cup ahead of it. Former India World Cup-winning skipper Kapil Dev has shared his views on the 29-year-old and even Rishabh Pant’s absence from the national side ahead of the marquee event. “What happened to Bumrah? He started working with so much belief, but if he’s not there (in World Cup semi-final/final)… we wasted time on him. Rishabh Pant… such a great cricketer. Had he been there, our Test cricket would’ve be...

28Jul

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Suryakumar Yadav is a good option for India’s No. 4 position: RP Singh | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former fast bowler RP Singh has voiced his support for Suryakumar Yadav as a potential option for India's No. 4 position during the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup. With Shreyas Iyer's injury casting doubts over his participation in the tournament, RP Singh believes Suryakumar should be given ample game-time to prove himself ahead of the mega event.India's struggles to find a reliable No.4 batsman haunted them during the 2019 World Cup, and the same issue might arise again if Shreyas remains unavailable due to his ongoing recovery. However, despite Suryakumar's failure to replicate his T20I success in ODI cricket, RP Singh urges against ruling him out as an option."Suryakumar Yadav is a good option for No. 4, along with Shreyas (Iyer), provided he is fit. But if you are looking at...

27Jul

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Jasprit Bumrah fully fit, might play T20 series against Ireland: BCCI secretary Jay Shah | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Finally, good news for Indian cricket fans as pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has attained full fitness, confirmed BCCI secretary, Jay Shah, on Thursday. In all probability, Bumrah is likely to travel to Ireland for a three-match T20I series next month.The squad for the series is expected to be announced this week. The three T20Is will take place on August 18, 20 and 23.The BCCI secretary also asserted that there will be consistency in player selections.Currently Bumrah,KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant and Prasidh Krishna are nursing injuries at the NCA.“There is no time frame for these players to declare themselves fit. But we will have consistency in selection after the Ireland tour. No player will be directly included in the World Cup squad without playing matches before...

25Jul

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West Indies Review: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mukesh Kumar’s emergence big plus but SA series will be real indicator | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Yashasvi Jaiswal presented a heady cocktail of patience and flair on debut but India's expected series win over West Indies will not serve as an accurate parameter to judge where the team stands five months before its next assignment in South Africa.The two-Test series was more like a banana peel where a slip-up would come as a big setback for skipper Rohit Sharma, who can be pleased with his leadership as well as individual batting form with a century and two fifty plus scores over the two games.The runs scored by Rohit (240 in 3 innings) and Virat Kohli (197 in 2 innings) will help the celebrated duo be in a good frame of mind as they shift gears and get into World Cup mode with the ODI series starting in 48 hours.However, the distinct lack of quality in the current West In...

25Jul

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Scoring quick runs should depend on the match situation: Ishan Kishan | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India's wicket-keeper Ishan Kishan believes that Test cricket should be played according to the situation of the match, and that "Bazball" should not become the pattern for playing every single five-day game.Kishan, who made his Test debut against the West Indies, struck a T20-style half-century in the drawn second Test in Trinidad, when the need of the hour was to score swiftly and set an intimidating target for the hosts.The fact that India scored at 7.54 runs per over on Day 4 of the second Test (they declared at 181/2 in 24 overs) piqued the interest of experts, who asked Ishan during the post-match press conference if this was the way India would play Tests in the future, similar to England, whose aggressive style of play has been dubbed "Bazball.""It's not necessary tha...