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‘Bowlers saved Virat’: Sanjay Manjrekar reignites strike-rate debate, says Kohli knock would’ve put India in a… | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: A solid 59-ball 76 from star batter Virat Kohli took India to a competitive 176 for 7 in the high-pressure T20 World Cup final in Barbados last week.After India opted to bat, Proteas bowlers fired in unison early as Rohit Sharma and Co. were three down inside the powerplay itself. However, Kohli stood solid as a rock at the other end and played the anchor role to perfection.He first arrested India's slide with a 72-run stand with Axar Patel and then took India forward in the second half alongside Shivam Dube and others, taking India to a solid total.But former cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar feels that Kohli's knock was too slow and could have put India in a tight corner.Reigniting the Kohli strike-rate debate that haunted the opener during the IPL, Manjrekar sa...
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‘Told crowd to behave…’: Sanjay Manjrekar makes big comment on Hardik Pandya after India’s T20 World Cup triumph | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Sanjay Manjrekar's attempt to pacify the Wankhede crowd, who were booing the newly-appointed Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya, stemmed from his belief that their discourteous behavior towards a "big stage player" was unjustified.The jeering followed Pandya at every stadium after he took over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma, whose successful and popular tenure ended controversially.The incident had a profound effect on Pandya.During the toss at a home match of MI at the Wankhede, Manjrekar intervened, but his actions only sparked a meme-fest by insensitive social media trolls.However, Pandya's significant contribution to India's second T20 World Cup victory, with 144 runs and 11 wickets, has validated Manjrekar's stance.“What a turnaround for Hardik Pandya. In IPL, there w...
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Why Virat Kohli’s form is not a concern for India ahead of T20 World Cup final against South Africa | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar expressed that he is unconcerned about Virat Kohli's current form, emphasizing instead the importance of overall team performance as the Indian cricket team prepares for the T20 World Cup final against South Africa on Saturday. Since arriving for the marquee event, Kohli has been searching for runs, facing significant challenges in finding his rhythm.Despite his struggles, other Indian players have stepped up, powering the team into the final without a single defeat. Kohli’s performance has been notably below his usual standards, amassing only 75 runs at an average of 10.71 across seven matches.Manjrekar acknowledges the importance of the collective team effort over individual performance."Not really concerned about Virat Kohli's form b...
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‘He didn’t know the camera was on him’: Sanjay Manjrekar on Virat Kohli’s reaction after Rishabh Pant’s dismissal | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian batter Sanjay Manjrekar shared why Virat Kohli appeared frustrated with Rishabh Pant's dismissal in the T20 World Cup encounter against Bangladesh on Saturday. Pant, known for his aggressive batting style, opted for a reverse sweep against Rishad Hossain, resulting in his catch at short third man. This moment of play drew a reaction from Kohi, reflecting a sentiment likely shared by many fans and observers of the game.T20 World Cup: Schedule | Points Table | Stats" Virat Kohli ka reaction agar aap logo ne dekha hoga jab Rishabh Pant out huye (If you saw Virat Kohli's reaction when Rishabh Pant got out), he didn't know the camera was on him. Immediately, he covered his face with a towel, similar to how fans would react seeing Pant's dismissal," Manjrekar said on ...
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‘India must remain true to the best playing XI’: Sanjay Manjrekar emphasizes the importance of finding the right balance | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer and cricket commentator Sanjay Manjrekar emphasizes that India should focus on finding the right balance in their playing XI based on the conditions to secure victories. During the group stage in the United States, India opted for three frontline pacers and two spinners, but altered their combination in the Super 8 stage against Afghanistan by dropping Mohammed Siraj for Kuldeep Yadav to add an extra spinner.Manjrekar evaluated India's options, highlighting the presence of a diverse range of players. According to him, it's crucial for the team to choose the best combination suited to the conditions to increase their chances of winning."I think it's always nice to have many options, and that's just, I think is for the foremost for any team management when ther...
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‘India is so fortunate to have him’: Former India cricketers laud Jasprit Bumrah | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional performance, taking 3 wickets for just 7 runs in a four-over spell, led India to a commanding 47-run victory over Afghanistan in their Super Eights T20 World Cup opener at the Kensington Oval, Bridgetown in Barbados on Thursday.Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar highlighted Bumrah's superior class among world cricket pacers, emphasizing the significant difference between him and other international seamers. T20 World Cup Schedule | T20 World Cup Points Table | T20 World Cup Stats"There were many matches when we had not conceded the boundary and look at the difference between him and the couple of other seamers," Manjrekar remarked."They were also international standard, but quite rightly I mean, he's looking even better and when you l...
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‘The problem with Virat Kohli is…’: How Sanjay Manjrekar wants star India batter to play in T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar advised Virat Kohli to play a in slightly conservative approach on hard wickets in New York ahead of India's ICC T20 World Cup match against the USA.At the Nassau County International Stadium on Wednesday, the third Group A match of the T20 World Cup between India and the USA will take place. India had won a low-scoring thriller over Pakistan by six runs in their previous encounter.T20 WORLD CUP: SCHEDULE | POINTS TABLEThe United States of America defeated Pakistan in the Super Over. With four points from two wins in two games, India lead the group. With the identical win-loss record, the USA is in second position, though their net run rate is inferior.With scores of just one and four runs against Ireland and Pakistan, Virat - the grea...
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T20 World Cup: Win over Pakistan proves India are a formidable side, says Harbhajan Singh | Cricket News – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit Sharma. (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh praised India as an experienced and formidable team in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, highlighting the superb bowling performances by Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya in Sunday's six-run win against archrivals Pakistan in New York.India, who were bundled out for 119 after being asked to bat first — largely thanks to Rishabh Pant's fighting 31-ball 42 — staged a brilliant comeback to restrict Pakistan to 113/7 in 20 overs.Bumrah claimed 3-14, while Pandya took 2-24.This marked India's second victory in the tournament after defeating Ireland in their opening match. Harbhajan expressed his elation over the back-to-back wins, stating, "The thrilling victory against Pakistan has fans buzzing with...
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‘Maybe they could just keep rolling that pitch…..’: Sanjay Manjrekar on Nassau County Stadium surface | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has suggested that the International Cricket Council (ICC) needs to address the pitch conditions at the newly-constructed Nassau County Stadium in New York, which is hosting ICC T20 World Cup matches.The stadium is set to host eight games in the tournament, including three of India's matches against Ireland (June 5), Pakistan (June 9), and the USA (June 12).Speaking on ESPNcricinfo, Manjrekar emphasized the need for the pitch to be made as "firm" as possible, noting that the outfield is currently very slow. Despite these concerns, he praised the authorities for transforming the venue to meet "international standards."Criticism of the outfield and pitch followed a low-scoring match between South Africa and Sri Lanka, where Sri Lanka was...
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