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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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‘World can think what they want to, we as a team were…’: Jasprit Bumrah on challenges faced by Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya in IPL | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Jasprit Bumrah, India's premier fast bowler, recently shared his thoughts on the challenges faced by Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya during the 2024 IPL season in an exclusive interview with The Indian Express. Bumrah discussed the difficulties Pandya encountered and the importance of mental resilience in dealing with criticism and adversity.Pandya, who assumed the captaincy role from Rohit Sharma just before the season began, was subjected to intense scrutiny and frequent booing from fans, particularly at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai Indians' home ground.The team's poor performance, finishing last in the IPL standings with only four wins in 14 matches, further exacerbated the situation.Bumrah stressed the importance of blocking out negative thoughts, a strategy Pandya e...
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Jasprit Bumrah reflects on early IPL days under Rohit Sharma captaincy, says… | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has expressed his admiration for Rohit Sharma's leadership skills. The fast bowler reminisced about his experiences playing under Rohit in the IPL.The pacer's words shed light on the strong bond and understanding between the two players, which has developed over the course of their time together in the IPL and the Indian national team.Reflecting on his early days with the Mumbai Indians, Bumrah shared that he heavily relied on captain Rohit to set the field placements for him. Over time, however, he learned to manage these tasks himself, as he wanted to become more self-reliant and not depend on others."When I came into cricket, I didn't know a lot - when I started playing IPL - I used to go and tell Rohit Sharma you set the field, I don't...
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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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Selectors keen to pick impressive Arshdeep Singh for Australia Test series | Cricket News – Times of India

COLOMBO: Indian selectors are considering picking left-arm bowler Arshdeep Singh for the Test team despite him only playing limited-overs cricket so far. He impressed during India's T20 World Cup win and there are talks that he might be included in the Test squad for the Australia tour later this year.The Punjab and Punjab Kings pacer took 17 wickets to finish as the leading wicket-taker in the tournament, along with Afghanistan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi."Arshdeep has moved the ball impressively in white-ball matches for India. He could be asked to play a few domestic red-ball games, starting with the Duleep Trophy on September 5, to enhance his chances of selection for the Australia tour. There's a real chance that he could be India's trump card, along with (Jasprit) Bumrah, in Australia....
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‘I was hoping to play well against RCB so that Virat Kohli…’ | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy enjoyed a breakthrough season in the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL). His performance, marked by both batting display and bowling contributions, solidified his position as a key player for his franchise.Reddy's contributions with the bat were significant, accumulating 303 runs in 13 matches. This impressive run tally, coupled with his three wickets, showcased his all-round capabilities.His performances played a crucial role in SRH's journey to the IPL 2024 final, where they were ultimately defeated by the Kolkata Knight Riders.Beyond the statistics, Reddy's journey reveals a deep admiration for cricketing legends who have shaped his aspirations. He has openly expressed his admiration for Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers,...
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Watch: Ahmed Shehzad bowled out three times in an over by a local resident in Chitral | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistani cricketer Ahmed Shehzad, who had slammed Pakistan captain Babar Azam throughout the recently held T20 World Cup, was at the receiving end of some 'unplayable' deliveries himself.A video is doing the rounds on the internet in which Ahmed Shehzad is shown batting during a street game in Pakistani city of Chitral in which a chair is used as a wicket.The video shows Ahmed Shehzad facing four deliveries from a local bowler who is not even in proper cricket.After boasting that he will hit sixes, Ahmed Shehzad is clean bowled three times out of those four deliveries as he looks to heave the ball across the line to mid-wicket, failing miserably. The former Pakistan batsman only manages to play one ball and that too is a mistimed shot.Ahmed Shehzad played 13 Tests, 81...
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ICC board pushes for forensic audit into T20 World Cup financial fraud | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a latest development, the three-member committee, appointed by the International Cricket Council (ICC), to conduct the review into the delivery of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, is in favour of a thorough forensic audit and is likely to appoint an external company specifically for this purpose.The development comes a day after ICC appointed Roger Twose, Lawson Naidoo and Imran Khwaja to probe the matter and has been reportedly given a free hand to conduct the investigation.The ICC members have reached a consensus, with all votes cast in support of launching an investigation into the recently concluded T20 World Cup held in the United States and West Indies. The governing body suspects that the tournament suffered from fiscal impropriety and poor financial oversight.“It ...
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‘I saw him hug the T20 World Cup and cry’: Ashwin shares the moment that left him touched | Cricket News – Times of India

Former India coach Rahul Dravid's tenure as India's head coach concluded on a high note as he hoisted the T20 World Cup trophy following a thrilling seven-run victory over South Africa in the final on June 29.Talking about the moment, India's veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin said that he was deeply moved when Dravid embraced the ICC T20 World Cup trophy and shed tears after guiding the team to their first ICC title in 11 years during his final assignment as coach.Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ashwin said, "My moment was when Virat Kohli called Rahul Dravid and gave the cup... I saw him hug the cup and cry. Rahul Dravid screamed and cried. I saw him enjoy it. I felt that a lot."Dravid, a batting legend, had never won an ICC title during his playing career. In the days following...
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ICC forms three-member panel to review conduct of T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

COLOMBO: As was widely expected, the International Cricket Council (ICC), soon after the conclusion of its four-day Annual Conference here on Monday, announced that it had formed a three-member committee to "review the delivery" of the T20 World Cup which was co-hosted by the USA and the West Indies last month.The committee includes three directors-former New Zealand batsman Roger Twose, Lawson Naidoo and Imran Khwaja, who is the deputy chair of the ICC."The ICC Board confirmed that there will be a review into the delivery of the ICC T20 World Cup," the ICC stated in a release soon after the conclusion of its Annual General Meeting (AGM).Reportedly, the ICC has incurred losses over $20m for conducting matches in New York, Florida and Dallas. Apparently, the tournament's expenses for the...
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‘Let’s come together and…’: Rishabh Pant wishes Team India ahead of Paris Olympics. Watch | Paris Olympics 2024 News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India's star wicketkeeper-batter and T20 World Cup champion Rishabh Pant has extended his best wishes to the Indian contingent for the upcoming Paris Olympics. The Indian contingent, comprising 117 athletes, will be aiming for their best-ever medal haul at the Summer Games, which will commence on July 26.Ahead of the prestigious event, Pant shared a video message on his social media platform, expressing his support for the athletes and captioning it, "May the tricolour fly high at Paris.Wishing our Indian Olympic athletes all the best for Paris 2024." In the video, he urged the nation to unite and support the Indian Olympic athletes, acknowledging their tireless efforts and dedication to making the country proud on the global stage.Watch:India achieved its best-ever medal tal...
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ICC forms three-member committee to review conduct of T20 World Cup 2024

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on July 22 formed a three-member committee to "review the delivery" of the T20 World Cup which was co-hosted by the USA and the West Indies last month. The committee features former New Zealand batter Roger Twose and two other directors Lawson Naidoo and Imran Khwaja, who is the deputy chair of the ICC. "The ICC Board confirmed that there will be a review into the delivery of the ICC T20 World Cup. This will be overseen by three directors, Roger Twose, Lawson Naidoo and Imran Khwaja who will report back to the Board later in the year," an ICC release stated.Watch: T20 World Cup 2024: What went wrong in the matches held in USA It is understood that ICC incurred losses in excess of $20 million for conducting matches in New York, Florida and Dallas....
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ICC forms three-member committee to review conduct of T20 World Cup in Americas | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) Annual Conference concluded in Colombo on Monday with the world body forming a three-member committee to review conduct of T20 World Cup held in Americas last month."The ICC Board confirmed that there will be a review into the delivery of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. This will be overseen by three directors, Roger Twose, Lawson Naidoo and Imran Khwaja who will report back to the Board later in the year," stated an ICC media statement.The ICC suffered significant financial setbacks, surpassing $20 million, while organising matches in New York, Florida, and Dallas, according to sources.Reportedly, the designated budget for the US portion of the tournament was approximately $150 million. However, it was discovered that the actual expe...
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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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‘Betterment of Indian cricket is important, Gautam Gambhir is not important’ | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Gautam Gambhir addressed his first press conference as Team India alongwith chief selector Ajit Agarkar in Mumbai on Monday ahead of the Sri Lanka tour that starts on July 27.Known to be a team man to the core since his playing days, Gambhir laid importance on taking the team forward saying that he has inherited a very successful team.Putting aside all the limelight on him, Gambhir said, "Betterment of Indian cricket is important, Gautam Gambhir is not important".The 42-year-old Gambhir takes over from batting great Rahul Dravid, who finished his stint with the T20 World Cup title in Barbados last month.On the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli after the T20 World Cup title triumph, Gambhir said, "Now that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will play only two formats, I ex...
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Ravindra Jadeja ‘rested’ for Sri Lanka series, not dropped: Report | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is not part of India's squads for the upcoming Sri Lanka series, beginning a new era under head coach Gautam Gambhir. This follows Jadeja, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma's retirement from T20 Internationals after India's successful T20 World Cup campaign in the Americas.Kohli and Sharma have been included in the ODI squad due to the limited number of matches before the ICC Champions Trophy next February.However, Jadeja's absence triggered speculations about his future in the squad for the Champions Trophy. Despite these rumors, a report by ESPNCricinfo clarified that Jadeja was rested, not dropped. As per the report, the selectors assured Jadeja that he remains India's primary spin-bowling all-rounder.The decision to rest Jadeja was influenced ...
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‘Behuda zabaan’: Basit Ali slams Mohammed Shami over his ‘cartoon’ remark for Pakistan great Inzamam-ul-Haq | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has strongly criticized Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami for his 'cartoon-giri' comments about Inzamam-ul-Haq’s reverse swing allegations. Ali, speaking on his YouTube channel, expressed his disapproval of Shami's choice of words, describing them as 'behuda' (indecent) and disrespectful."When Shami talks about Inzi bhai and calls him a cartoon, that's not right.Inzamam has led this country and captained it. Shami, your choice of words isn't good. We praise your bowling, but you should have chosen your words better. You didn't pick your words well, and that hurt me," Ali said."If you think Inzi bhai said something wrong, say it nicely. Don't call him a cartoon and all that. Have some respect. He's a senior. You should respect your seniors. ...
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‘Bhaiya ke paas hi jata hoon’: Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant share heartfelt stories about MS Dhoni and Rahul Dravid – Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant recently reflected on the key figures who have profoundly influenced their careers. In a video released by Star Sports, they discussed how MS Dhoni and Rahul Dravid have significantly shaped their growth as cricketers and individuals.Rohit, who recently retired from T20 Internationals after leading India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup, expressed deep admiration for Dravid.He credited Dravid's guidance as pivotal to his success, especially during the recent T20 World Cup in the Americas where Dravid served as head coach.On the other hand, the young and energetic wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant spoke highly of Dhoni's invaluable mentorship. Pant highlighted how Dhoni’s wisdom and experience have been crucial to his development as a player."...
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Security concerns loom as ICC monitors Bangladesh unrest ahead of women’s T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has stated that it is closely monitoring the security situation in Bangladesh, the host nation for the upcoming women's T20 World Cup scheduled for later this year in October. This statement comes in the wake of recent protests and unrest in the country, where the Bangladesh Police imposed a curfew, and military forces were deployed to patrol the capital city of Dhaka after violence escalated over student demonstrations demanding reforms in the quota system for government jobs."We have independent security monitoring across the world. So, yes, we are keeping a watch on it (the situation in Bangladesh)," an ICC Board member, speaking on condition of anonymity, told PTI.Historically, Australia have been the most successful team in the wom...
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‘Ye cartoon giri kahin aur chal sakti hai’: Mohammed Shami roasts Inzamam-ul-Haq for ball tampering accusations | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Star India pacer Mohammed Shami blasted former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq for his accusations of ball tampering by Team India during the T20 World Cup.Shami also rubbished the allegations made by former Pakistan players during the ODI World Cup. These players had claimed that the fast bowler was provided with a modified ball containing an embedded chip."Pakistanis were never happy with us and will never be - someone said we are being given a different ball, someone said there is a chip in the ball.I have previously mentioned that if I ever get an opportunity or a platform in the future, I would definitely like to open the ball and show whether there is any device inside or not. If your bowlers do swing & reverse swing then it is skill, if we do then, we are tampering...
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‘Would give my best if I get a chance’: Arshdeep Singh on possible Test debut against Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Arshdeep Singh, the Indian fast bowler who played a crucial part in the team's victory at the T20 World Cup, expressed his thoughts on the possibility of playing Test cricket, stating that he will do his best in the format if given a chance.The young pacer was speaking during a visit to Chandigarh University, where he received a warm reception after India's historic triumph at the T20 World Cup held in Barbados.Arshdeep emerged as India's leading wicket-taker in the event. He claimed 17 wickets in eight matches, maintaining an impressive average of 12.64 and an economy rate of 7.16. His best bowling figures in a single match were 4/9.Speaking to the media on the prospects of debuting for India in Tests during the Border-Gavaskar Test series against Australia later this year, ...
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Even men’s team had to wait more than 10 years, India women’s team will win ICC trophy soon: Sneh Rana | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Sneh Rana, the spin-bowling all-rounder of the Indian women's cricket team, believes that the recent success of Rohit Sharma and his team in the T20 World Cup has instilled a renewed sense of self-assurance and determination within the women's squad.This newfound belief has fueled their ambition to secure their first-ever ICC trophy.The Women's Asia Cup, commencing in Sri Lanka on Friday, sees India once again as the top contenders to clinch the title.However, the real challenge for the team lies ahead in the T20 World Cup in October and the ODI World Cup, which they will host next year.Rana is confident that the Indian team, having come close to victory on several occasions, has put in immense effort to achieve success in a global tournament. She firmly believes that the elu...
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Sign language cricket commentary helps bridge the gap for deaf players and fans | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ian Smith's thrilling narration of Suryakumar Yadav's spectacular catch near the boundary in the T20 World Cup final and Jatin Sapru's enthusiastic shouts of 'long-off, long-off…!' brought joy to millions of Indian viewers who witnessed history unfold on their television screens.However, a new group of fans also experienced the same excitement, thanks to the introduction of sign language commentary in TV broadcasts.The inclusion of sign language commentary has brought a fresh perspective to watching cricket matches on television for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.This group includes both players and fans who would sit in front of their TVs to support the Indian team but were unable to fully immerse themselves in the experience like other fans, who would go throug...
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