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26Jul

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‘The same train will go ahead’: Suryakumar Yadav ahead of first T20I against Sri Lanka | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Suryakumar Yadav, who has recently been named as the captain of the Indian T20I team, made a statement on Friday. He emphasized that the team will maintain the aggressive style of play that was a signature of the previous captain, Rohit Sharma's tenure.India adopted a revolutionary attacking approach starting from the ODI World Cup held in their home country last year, under Rohit's leadership.This aggressive brand of cricket continued to be the team's hallmark even after the World Cup victory in the Americas, where Rohit bid farewell to T20I cricket.“The same train will go ahead; only the engine has changed and the bogies remain unchanged,” PTI quoted Suryakumar as saying on the eve of the first of the three T20Is against Sri Lanka in Pallekele.“Nothing changes; the brand of...

23Jul

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‘Teesre-chauthe over mein…’: Suryakumar Yadav gives big hint to Axar Patel ahead of first T20I in Pallekele | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Newly-appointed skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday gave a big hint to left-arm spinner Axar Patel ahead of the first T20I against Sri Lanka in Pallekele.The Sri Lanka series marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Indian T20I team under Suryakumar's captaincy. As he steps into this new role, all eyes will be on him to see how he navigates the team through the series and establishes his leadership style.His previous experience of captaining the Indian side was in 2023 when India won 4-1 against Australia at home, before being held to a 1-1 draw in South Africa.After arriving in Sri Lanka on Monday, Team India had their first training session on Tuesday at the Pallekele International Stadium under the watchful eyes of newly appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir.Before the c...

13Jul

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‘Bulls-eye’: Ravi Bishnoi’s direct throw sends Johnathan Campbell back. Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ravi Bishnoi displayed his agility in fielding with a stunning direct hit that dismissed Zimbabwean batsman Johnathan Campbell during India's disciplined bowling display in the fourth T20I between India and Zimbabwe at Harare Sports Club on Saturday. The moment came in the 15th over when Bishnoi, bowling to Sikandar Raza, saw Campbell attempting a quick single.Raza played a hurried shot to the off-side, prompting Campbell to set off but then change his mind halfway down the pitch. Bishnoi, alert and agile, swiftly moved across to the ball, gathered it quickly, and despite being off-balance, unleashed a throw that found its mark at the non-striker's end. Campbell was caught short by a considerable distance, and the third umpire wasn't required as Bishnoi's accuracy was spot-on...

8Jul

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‘Rome wasn’t built in a day!’: Yuvraj Singh lauds rising star Abhishek Sharma | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh on Monday praised rising India star Abhishek Sharma on his maiden international century against Zimbabwe.Riding on Abhishek's 46-ball ton India registered a commanding 100-run win over Zimbabwe in the second T20I of their five-match series in Harare on Sunday. The series is currently tied at 1-1.Abhishek's international debut was far from ideal, as he was dismissed without scoring in the series opener.However, the young southpaw bounced back in stunning fashion during the second game. The 23-year-old displayed his immense talent and batting prowess, smashing a scintillating century.His explosive innings left everyone in awe, as he took the opposition bowlers to the cleaners. Abhishek's knock was a testament to his ability to perform at th...

6Jul

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India vs Zimbabwe, 1st T20I: India face Zimbabwe with eyes on the future | Cricket News – Times of India

Team India starts T20I journey sans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in five-match series vs Zimbabwe in HarareNEW DELHI: When the Indian T20 team takes on Zimbabwe in a five-match series that begins in Harare on Saturday, they will be going on a voyage of self-discovery without their regular talismans, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, in an attempt to uncover their future treasures.Shubman Gill, a reserve on the T20 World Cup team, and a number of IPL players will press the refresh button even as the excitement of winning the T20 World Cup spreads around India.During the series, which is totally slated to be played in Zimbabwe's capital, all of the newcomers are anticipated to make their international debut.Two youngsters who could make their debuts are Riyan Parag, a young Assamese player wh...