Ranji Trophy Final: Shreyas Iyer stays off-field on Day 4 with back pain, to take field on last day
9 months, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy Final: Shreyas Iyer stays off-field on Day 4 with back pain, to take field on last day

The Hindu  

Shreyas Iyer remained off the field due to back pain for the entire duration of the fourth day’s play of the Ranji Trophy 2023-24 final between Mumbai and Vidarbha at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday. Barring Shreyas – the captain of Kolkata Knight Riders – all the other KKR players will arrive in Kolkata ahead of the Indian Premier League 2024 on Thursday. RELATED: Karun Nair, Akshay Wadkar’s rearguard action helps Vidarbha put up fight in Ranji Trophy 2023-24 final During his aggressive knock of 95, Shreyas was attended to by the team physiotherapist. He had reportedly been feeling discomfort with his back before being dropped from India’s squad midway through the England tour – and subsequently being omitted from the BCCI central contracts list.

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CSK’s new recruit Shreyas Gopal takes hat-trick in Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy, dismisses Krunal and Hardik Pandya
3 weeks ago

CSK’s new recruit Shreyas Gopal takes hat-trick in Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy, dismisses Krunal and Hardik Pandya

The Hindu  

Shreyas Gopal, the latest recruit of Indian Premier League side Chennai Super Kings impressed with the ball in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, taking a hat-trick for Karnataka against Baroda in Indore on Tuesday. Chasing a target of 170, Baroda was caught off-guard by Shreyas, who dismissed opener Shashwat Rawat first and then stunend brothers Krunal and Hardik Pandya. He …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Kerala’s Sachin Baby rues overs lost to smog after draw against Haryana
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Kerala’s Sachin Baby rues overs lost to smog after draw against Haryana

The Hindu  

Kerala captain Sachin Baby praised the collective effort from his batters after his team clinched three points against Haryana by claiming the first innings lead at the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Stadium here on Saturday. But our batters stuck to the basics and reduced mistakes,” said Sachin after the end of the final day’s play. After having batted for nearly 120 …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shahrukh, Siddarth help Tamil Nadu inflate lead against Railways
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shahrukh, Siddarth help Tamil Nadu inflate lead against Railways

The Hindu  

Three half-centurions piloted Tamil Nadu’s efforts on Thursday as the visitor ended day two at 324 for six, 95 runs in the green, against Railways in a Ranji Trophy Elite Group-D fixture at the Narendra Modi Stadium. While TN’s punt on making power-hitter Shahrukh Khan open paid rich dividends, N. Jagadeesan and C. Andre Siddarth’s resolute knocks ensured Railways toiled …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Tamil Nadu bundles Railways for 229, remain in control on Day 1
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Tamil Nadu bundles Railways for 229, remain in control on Day 1

The Hindu  

Skipper N. Jagadeesan’s decision to field on a sunny day here was vindicated as Tamil Nadu bundled out Railways for 229 in 80.2 overs on day one of an Elite Group-D Ranji Trophy fixture at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday. While it was Gurjapneet Singh who used the early-morning conditions well, dismissing the Railways openers cheaply, the pick of …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka takes first innings lead against Uttar Pradesh after Koushik’s fifer on Day 1
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Karnataka takes first innings lead against Uttar Pradesh after Koushik’s fifer on Day 1

The Hindu  

Karnataka’s bowlers, led by V. Koushik, provided their side with the perfect platform for a much-needed outright win by skittling Uttar Pradesh for 89, before the batters huffed and puffed to take a 38-run first-innings lead on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy Group ‘C’ contest at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here. A …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Rohan, Akshay fifties keep Kerala in control against Haryana on Day 1
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Rohan, Akshay fifties keep Kerala in control against Haryana on Day 1

The Hindu  

After heavy smog carved away the morning session, Haryana and Kerala played out a combative day of cricket in a Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match at the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Cricket Stadium here on Wednesday. Kerala ended the opening day of the fifth-round game at 138 for two, thanks to resolute fifties from opener Rohan Kunnummal and one-down batter …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mohammed Shami’s return in focus as Bengal takes on Madhya Pradesh
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mohammed Shami’s return in focus as Bengal takes on Madhya Pradesh

The Hindu  

The much-anticipated return of pacer Mohammed Shami will be the biggest attraction of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group-C match between Madhya Pradesh and Bengal, starting at the Holkar Stadium here on Wednesday. There was speculation around Shami, who has been out of action since the ODI World Cup final between India and Australia in Ahmedabad in November last, ahead of …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Kerala faces Haryana’s in-form bowling attack in top-of-the-table Elite Group C clash
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Kerala faces Haryana’s in-form bowling attack in top-of-the-table Elite Group C clash

The Hindu  

Earlier this year, when the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 schedule was announced in June, not many would have expected the Elite Group C match-up between Haryana and Kerala in November to be a top-of-the-table clash. As it turned out, the fifth-round encounter, beginning on Wednesday at the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Cricket Stadium in Lahli, will see group leader Haryana take on …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mumbai seeks another dominant show in battle against Services
1 month, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mumbai seeks another dominant show in battle against Services

The Hindu  

Mumbai will be chasing its third victory of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season when it goes up against Services at the Airforce Complex ground in Palam starting Wednesday. With only eight points separating the top five teams in Group A, Mumbai, placed third behind Baroda and Jammu & Kashmir, knows that a win before the Ranji campaign pauses for the …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Himateja scores maiden FC ton as Hyderabad, Rajasthan settle for a draw
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Himateja scores maiden FC ton as Hyderabad, Rajasthan settle for a draw

The Hindu  

Hyderabad batter K Himateja scored his maiden First-Class hundred as his side played out a docile draw against Rajasthan on the final day of the Elite Group B Ranji Trophy fixture at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, on Saturday. Rajasthan emerged the happier of the two sides, having secured the first-innings lead in dramatic fashion on Friday, taking home …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Manohar, Shreyas steady Karnataka’s innings against Bengal, Koushik picks five
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Manohar, Shreyas steady Karnataka’s innings against Bengal, Koushik picks five

The Hindu  

In the absence of regulars Prasidh Krishna, Vidhwath Kaverappa and V. Vyshak, the onus was on V. Koushik to carry the pace bowling load for Karnataka. Koushik delivered in style, showcasing terrific skill to record figures of five for 38 against Bengal in a Ranji Trophy Group ‘C’ match here on Thursday. Manohar reached his maiden First Class fifty, in …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shreyas Iyer smashes third First-Class double hundred during Mumbai vs Odisha
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Shreyas Iyer smashes third First-Class double hundred during Mumbai vs Odisha

The Hindu  

Mumbai batter Shreyas Iyer smashed a free-stroking double hundred against Odisha in the Ranji Trophy at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy in Mumbai on Thursday. He smashed 21 fours and eight sixes against the Odisha bowling attack to get to his third First-Class double hundred. A lofted straight drive for a four over bowler Debabrata Pradhan's head goves Shreyas Iyer …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Team man Andre Siddarth comes to Tamil Nadu’s rescue once again
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Team man Andre Siddarth comes to Tamil Nadu’s rescue once again

The Hindu  

C. Andre Siddarth is all of 18 but seems to have a mature head on the young shoulders. The Tamil Nadu batter came to the team’s rescue in tricky conditions on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy clash against Assam here with an enterprising knock that underlined his growing stature. Andre, who made his Ranji Trophy debut in the …

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Bengal skipper Majumdar smashes ton to keep Karnataka at bay on Day 1
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Bengal skipper Majumdar smashes ton to keep Karnataka at bay on Day 1

The Hindu  

A fluent century from Bengal skipper Anustup Majumdar kept Karnataka at bay on the first day of their Ranji Trophy Group ‘C’ encounter at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Wednesday. Majumdar took Bengal to 249 for five, when bad light prompted the umpires to call off play. Majumdar got going in style, skipping out of the crease to drive …

Rajasthan's Grip on the Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad's Uncertain Path
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rajasthan's Grip on the Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad's Uncertain Path

The Hindu  

Rajasthan and Hyderabad will clash in the fourth round of the Ranji Trophy, with Rajasthan holding the advantage on the leader-board. Hyderabad, coming off an impressive win against Puducherry, will be looking to bounce back. Tanay Thyagarajan, the left-arm spinner, poses a significant threat for Rajasthan, while Hyderabad's Saranu Nishanth is back in action after recovering from his injury.

Mumbai's Shreyas Iyer Set to Ignite the Ranji Trophy Flames
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai's Shreyas Iyer Set to Ignite the Ranji Trophy Flames

The Hindu  

Mumbai will be hoping for Shreyas Iyer to boost the side and kick off its topsy-turvy Ranji Trophy campaign against Odisha from Wednesday. With the defending champion being forced to be content with an innings lead, Mumbai will rely on Shreyas to ensure there are no further hiccups. With Suryansh Shedge, the youngster, having plundered a run-a-ball 99 in Agartala, …

Mumbai Relies on Shreyas' Return to Stabilize Ranji Trophy Campaign
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai Relies on Shreyas' Return to Stabilize Ranji Trophy Campaign

The Hindu  

Mumbai looks to bounce back against Odisha in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25. With Shreyas Iyer back in action, the team will rely on him to ensure a stable campaign against the arch-rivals. Despite a shaky batting performance against Tripura, Mumbai will be hoping for a resurgence with the return of the experienced Shreyas. Meanwhile, Odisha, under a new coach, seeks …

Kerala Takes Upper Hand Against Bengal in Ranji Trophy Match
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Kerala Takes Upper Hand Against Bengal in Ranji Trophy Match

The Hindu  

Kerala and Bengal clash in the Ranji Trophy match, with the home team emerging victorious on Day 3. The match saw a thrilling partnership between Jalaj Saxena and Salman Nizar, who scored a 140-run partnership to revive Kerala's batting after losing two wickets in the first hour. Despite Bengal's comeback efforts, the tourists held their ground and secured a comfortable …

Pondicherry Comeback Stunned Hyderabad in Ranji Trophy Match
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pondicherry Comeback Stunned Hyderabad in Ranji Trophy Match

The Hindu  

Pondicherry shows remarkable fighting spirit against Hyderabad in the second essay of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match. Despite being forced to follow-on, the team mounts a valiant fightback, reaching 171 for two before eventually losing the match. Pondicherry's batting struggles continue, with only two half-century stands in the match. Left-arm spinner Tanay Thyagarajan shines with two wickets, including …

Ishan Porel's Spectacular Comeback Helps Bengal Secure a Thrilling Win
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ishan Porel's Spectacular Comeback Helps Bengal Secure a Thrilling Win

The Hindu  

Ishan Porel shines with three wickets as Bengal stages a comeback against Kerala in the second day of the Ranji Trophy Group-C match. After a rain delay of more than one-and-a-half days, the home team made a bold declaration by putting the opposition in and allowing their bowlers to exploit the assistance offered by the pitch. Ishan Porel's brilliance with …

Chhattisgarh Dominates Tamil Nadu in Ranji Trophy Clash
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Chhattisgarh Dominates Tamil Nadu in Ranji Trophy Clash

The Hindu  

Chhattisgarh shines as they take control against Tamil Nadu in the third-round Ranji Trophy match. They posted 500 in their first innings, with Anuj Tiwary and Sanjeet Desai contributing significantly with their batting. Tamil Nadu were bowled out for 23 in the second innings, with Ajith Ram taking five wickets for the home team.

Tamil Nadu Favourites Set to Clash with Chhattisgarh in Ranji Trophy Third Round
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu Favourites Set to Clash with Chhattisgarh in Ranji Trophy Third Round

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu will be looking to continue their impressive start to the Ranji Trophy campaign when they take on Chhattisgarh in the third-round match. The home team will be without key players Washington Sundar, B. Sai Sudharsan, and B. Indrajith, but they have the experience and skill to overcome the challenge. Meanwhile, Chhattisgarh will be hoping to get some points …

Karnataka Reaches for Reinforcements for Ranji Trophy Trip to Bihar
2 months ago

Karnataka Reaches for Reinforcements for Ranji Trophy Trip to Bihar

The Hindu  

Karnataka has called up K.V. Aneesh and Abhinav Manohar for their Ranji Trophy away trip to Bihar. Aneesh, a 23-year-old debutant, played four First Class games for Karnataka and made 34 and 40 runs in the Ranji quarterfinal against Vidarbha. Abhinav Manohar, a 30-year-old, is yet to make his red-ball debut but has played for Gujarat Titans in the IPL. …

Shreyas' Counterattacking Century Overpowers Walunj's Six-for for a Thrilling Encounter
2 months ago

Shreyas' Counterattacking Century Overpowers Walunj's Six-for for a Thrilling Encounter

The Hindu  

Shreyas Iyer and Hitesh Walunj put on a dominant display with the bat, leading Mumbai to a comfortable victory in the second day of the Ranji Trophy clash between Mumbai and Maharashtra. Iyer scored a century, while Walunj took five wickets to restrict Maharashtra to a modest total. The partnership between the two batsmen helped Mumbai build a substantial first-innings …

No place for Shreyas Iyer in Test team, won't go to Australia: BCCI official's verdict after Duleep Trophy debacle
3 months, 1 week ago

No place for Shreyas Iyer in Test team, won't go to Australia: BCCI official's verdict after Duleep Trophy debacle

Hindustan Times  

Three years back, Shreyas Iyer made a sparkling debut in Test cricket with a century against New Zealand in Kanpur. Shreyas Iyer plays a shot during the third day of the Ranji Trophy final Having been dropped from the Indian Test team earlier this year, midway through the contest against England at home, and a place in the BCCI’s central …

BCCI's call leaves Shreyas Iyer's Test return hanging in balance: 'With Sarfaraz, Rahul there, where will he play?'
3 months, 1 week ago

BCCI's call leaves Shreyas Iyer's Test return hanging in balance: 'With Sarfaraz, Rahul there, where will he play?'

Hindustan Times  

The last few months have been a roller-coaster ride for Shreyas Iyer. Shreyas Iyer has failed to make a place in the squad for the first Test against Bangladesh. Iyer recently led the Indian D side in the Duleep Trophy match against India C, but he failed to make an impact in the first innings and scored just 9 in …

IPL 2024, KKR vs SRH: Iyer's comeback, Starc vs Cummins headlines at Eden Gardens
9 months ago

IPL 2024, KKR vs SRH: Iyer's comeback, Starc vs Cummins headlines at Eden Gardens

Firstpost  

Back injury had ruled out Shreyas Iyer of the entire IPL 2023 but the 29-year-old returns to lead the side this time around. IPL 2024| SRH SWOT analysis, player to watch out for and more KKR boast of a star-studded top-order batting lineup in Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Phil Salt, Venkatesh Iyer and Shreyas to go with the Russell-Rinku Singh firepower at …

KKR vs SRH, IPL 2024: Kolkata Knight Riders captain Shreyas Iyer ‘in best shape possible’ despite back injury concerns
9 months ago

KKR vs SRH, IPL 2024: Kolkata Knight Riders captain Shreyas Iyer ‘in best shape possible’ despite back injury concerns

The Hindu  

Returning to the team after a year, Kolkata Knight Riders captain Shreyas Iyer is eager to give his best both as a leader and a batter. On the eve of leading KKR in its first Indian Premier League match of the season against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Eden Gardens, Shreyas, who has been troubled by a back injury, said he …

KKR skipper Shreyas Iyer declared fit to play IPL 2024 but with a big warning: Report
9 months ago

KKR skipper Shreyas Iyer declared fit to play IPL 2024 but with a big warning: Report

Hindustan Times  

Team India middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer has been declared fit after he found some discomfort in his back during the Ranji Trophy final against Vidarbha. A report on Indian Express stated that the KKR skipper met a spine specialist in Mumbai and then the National Cricket Academy Bangalore and the doctor declared him fit to play, however, advised him to …

Shreyas Iyer puts back concerns to rest, joins KKR for IPL 2024 opener after Ranji final sparked injury debate again
9 months, 1 week ago

Shreyas Iyer puts back concerns to rest, joins KKR for IPL 2024 opener after Ranji final sparked injury debate again

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata Knight Riders' skipper, Shreyas Iyer, has joined the franchise as he landed in Kolkata on Saturday ahead of the IPL 2024 season. Shreyas Iyer pictured after arriving in Kolkata for the IPL 2024 Significant speculations have been made about Shreyas Iyer's fitness leading up to the IPL season. I have come.” Shreyas Iyer's presence in Kolkata will lay to …

Another twist in Shreyas Iyer's fitness saga as Mumbai official drops crucial 'IPL' update
9 months, 1 week ago

Another twist in Shreyas Iyer's fitness saga as Mumbai official drops crucial 'IPL' update

Hindustan Times  

The status of Shreyas Iyer's fitness remains a topic of intrigue in the cricketing circles. On Thursday, it was reported that Iyer's back injury had aggravated during his stint with Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy. Shreyas Iyer appearing for Mumbai during the Ranji Trophy "There is no cause for concern; he is fine and will be going to Kolkata for …

Shreyas Iyer injury update: Will KKR captain miss first few games of IPL 2024?
9 months, 1 week ago

Shreyas Iyer injury update: Will KKR captain miss first few games of IPL 2024?

India TV News  

There has been a lot of confusion when it comes to Shreyas Iyer and his fitness ever since he has been dropped from the Indian Test team after the second Test against England last month. At the same time, NCA cleared him of any injury and Iyer missing the quarterfinal of Ranji Trophy due to back injury didn't go well …

Ranji Trophy: The return of Mumbai
9 months, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy: The return of Mumbai

Hindustan Times  

In the end, it needed the home team’s bowlers to turn ‘khadoos’ — the hard-nosed attitude generally associated with Mumbai's batters — and break the back of Vidarbha’s resistance to lift the coveted Ranji Trophy for a record-extending 42nd time. Mumbai's Dhawal Kulkarni lifts the championship trophy after winning the Ranji Trophy final For 255 balls on Thursday, Vidarbha skipper …

Ranji Trophy Final: Shreyas Iyer's 'short ball problems' exposed once again
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy Final: Shreyas Iyer's 'short ball problems' exposed once again

India Today  

Mumbai batter Shreyas Iyer, failed in the first innings of the Ranji Trophy Final on Sunday, 10 March. Ranji Trophy Final: Day 1 Live Updates Looking to make some ground in the Ranji Trophy, Iyer failed in his first outing in the final of the tournament. Iyer looked stuck in his backfoot, waiting for the short ball, and ended up …

Ranji Trophy: Shreyas Iyer and the battle of perception
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy: Shreyas Iyer and the battle of perception

Hindustan Times  

The last time Shreyas Iyer was playing a Ranji Trophy match at the MCA Sharad Pawar Indoor Stadium in Bandra Kurla Complex, in mid-January, he had a long net session immediately after Mumbai had demolished Andhra. Minutes after Mumbai had completed an innings win over Tamil Nadu, Shreyas Iyer didn’t even wait for the photographer’s request for a team photo …

'There will be lot of injuries': Shardul Thakur calls out Ranji Trophy scheduling, urges BCCI to re-look at it – India TV
9 months, 2 weeks ago

'There will be lot of injuries': Shardul Thakur calls out Ranji Trophy scheduling, urges BCCI to re-look at it – India TV

India TV News  

Senior India and Mumbai all-rounder Shardul Thakur has called out Ranji Trophy's gruelling scheduling urging the BCCI to take a relook at it given the packed schedules all across the board with regards to IPL, international cricket and first-class cricket. Shardul, who smashed his maiden first-class century in the Ranji Trophy semi-final against Tamil Nadu lifting Mumbai to 290/9 from …

Ranji Trophy semifinal | MP rides on Mantri’s century to surge ahead against Vidarbha
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy semifinal | MP rides on Mantri’s century to surge ahead against Vidarbha

The Hindu  

Himanshu Mantri’s century served as the archetype of the steely resolve often associated with the longest format and laid the platform for Madhya Pradesh to pull ahead against Vidarbha on the second day of the first Ranji Trophy semifinal at the VCA Stadium here on Sunday. Umesh cleaned up Shubham Sharma before Thakur drew Venkatesh Iyer plumb in front to …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24 semifinals: Tamil Nadu skipper Sai Kishore joins elite 50-wicket club, earns praise from Shardul Thakur
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24 semifinals: Tamil Nadu skipper Sai Kishore joins elite 50-wicket club, earns praise from Shardul Thakur

The Hindu  

Skipper R. Sai Kishore has led from the front for Tamil Nadu often this season, and he stood tall again in the semifinal with a fine spell that got his team a sniff of a chance of forging a fightback before it went downhill. When he dismissed Ajinkya Rahane, caught at first slip with a typical left-arm spinner delivery that …

Shreyas Iyer's weakness exploited in flop Ranji Trophy return after BCCI contract saga in Mumbai vs Tamil Nadu semifinal
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Shreyas Iyer's weakness exploited in flop Ranji Trophy return after BCCI contract saga in Mumbai vs Tamil Nadu semifinal

Hindustan Times  

Shreyas Iyer's much-awaited return to action for the first time since being released from the Indian Test team and amid the ongoing BCCI contract saga ended on a lacklustre note as the middle-order batter was dismissed for just three runs off eight balls in the Ranji Trophy semifinal match between Mumbai and Tamil Nadu at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy …

'When was last time KL Rahul turned up for a Ranji game?': Fresh KKR camp details emerge amid Shreyas Iyer-BCCI saga
9 months, 3 weeks ago

'When was last time KL Rahul turned up for a Ranji game?': Fresh KKR camp details emerge amid Shreyas Iyer-BCCI saga

Hindustan Times  

The biggest argument surrounding Shreyas Iyer's absence from Ranji Trophy action after being dropped from the Indian Test side during the series against England, which cost him the BCCI contract, was his back injury. He further added that Mumbai Cricket Association were made aware of Iyer's act and team head coach Omkar Salvi often visited the camp to check on …

Ranji Trophy semifinal: Shreyas Iyer in focus as Mumbai looks to derail Sai Kishore’s Tamil Nadu
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy semifinal: Shreyas Iyer in focus as Mumbai looks to derail Sai Kishore’s Tamil Nadu

The Hindu  

It’s ironic that despite the Ranji Trophy at its business end, the prestigious tournament is in the news for all the unwanted reasons. Tamil Nadu – having seamlessly hit the top gear after a slow start to the season – has received a boost with the addition of B. Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar for the marquee clash. While Sai …

Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer's fall from grace: Road to redemption long, taxing and uncomfortable
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer's fall from grace: Road to redemption long, taxing and uncomfortable

Hindustan Times  

More dramatic than swift, Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan’s fall from grace shouldn’t have come as a surprise to those familiar with goings-on in Indian cricket. In refusing to heed the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s diktat to play the Ranji Trophy despite being available, Iyer and Kishan were flirting with danger. Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer Kishan, …

Ranji Trophy | Shreyas named in Mumbai squad, Washington boost for Tamil Nadu
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy | Shreyas named in Mumbai squad, Washington boost for Tamil Nadu

The Hindu  

Shreyas Iyer has been included in Mumbai’s squad for the Ranji Trophy semifinal against Tamil Nadu to be played at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy ground from March 2 to 6. When Shreyas made himself unavailable for the quarterfinal citing fitness concerns, there was speculation that he was preparing for the IPL at the cost of First Class cricket. Meanwhile, …

Ranji Trophy | Karnataka batters fail to put up a fight, Vidarbha advances
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy | Karnataka batters fail to put up a fight, Vidarbha advances

The Hindu  

A day which started with so much hope turned out to be a nightmare for Karnataka. Batter after batter committed harakiri, leading to a 127-run loss to Vidarbha in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal at VCA Stadium here on Tuesday. Asked why his side has repeatedly come a cropper in the fourth innings, Mayank said, “A lot of us need to …

Ranji Trophy: Some tantalising match-ups in the KO rounds
10 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Some tantalising match-ups in the KO rounds

Hindustan Times  

Saurashtra, Vidarbha and Madhya Pradesh will look to build on their recent successes in the Ranji Trophy tournament as the knock-round begins on Friday. Cheteshwar Pujara plays a shot during the third day of the Ranji Trophy cricket match between Saurashtra and Vidarbha In a mouth-watering clash, Saurashtra will run into the strong Tamil Nadu while Vidarbha have a tough …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Tamil Nadu beats Punjab, qualifies for quarterfinals for first time since 2016-17 season
10 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Tamil Nadu beats Punjab, qualifies for quarterfinals for first time since 2016-17 season

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu finally qualified for the quarterfinals of the Ranji Trophy for the first time since the 2016-17 season after beating Punjab by nine wickets in the final league match at the Salem Cricket Foundation Ground on Monday. Punjab resumed the day on 180 for four with a lead of 19 runs and was bundled out for 231 within 90 …

Vidarbha’s Ranji Trophy winning captain Faiz Fazal announces retirement
10 months ago

Vidarbha’s Ranji Trophy winning captain Faiz Fazal announces retirement

The Hindu  

Faiz Fazal, who led Vidarbha to its maiden Ranji Trophy title in 2018 has announced his retirement, the player said through a statement on Sunday. This decision has not been easy, but I am confident that it is the right step for my personal and professional growth.” The opening batter made a mark on his First Class debut, scoring 151 …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Sai Kishore’s fifer helps TN beat Chandigarh by innings and 293 runs
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Sai Kishore’s fifer helps TN beat Chandigarh by innings and 293 runs

The Hindu  

Skipper R. Sai Kishore led from the front with his eighth five-wicket haul in First Class cricket to bowl Tamil Nadu to an innings and 293-run win over Chandigarh on day three of the Ranji Trophy clash here at the Sri Ramakrishna College ground on Sunday. Though Chandigarh came up with a slightly better batting effort than the first innings, …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Shreyas Gopal shines through the gloom for Kerala against Bihar on day 1
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Shreyas Gopal shines through the gloom for Kerala against Bihar on day 1

The Hindu  

It seems there is no immediate solution to Kerala’s batting woes. The four changes, including handing over debuts to three youngsters, did little to arrest the familiar collapse as Kerala put up another underwhelming show with the bat and handed over the advantage to host Bihar in the Ranji Trophy cricket match at the Moin Ul Haq stadium here on …

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