Manoj Tiwary Retirement: Bengal cricket’s unsung hero calls it a day, a recap of achievements
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary Retirement: Bengal cricket’s unsung hero calls it a day, a recap of achievements

The Hindu  

Around this time last year, Manoj Tiwary was in two minds - whether to hang up his boots or continue playing for another season? Having played together for years, Shukla managed to convince Tiwary to carry on for another season and together, they dreamed of breaking the Ranji Trophy title jinx. Tiwary listened to ‘LR’ - as Shukla is fondly known as - and decided to pad up for another domestic season, with a renewed hope of guiding Bengal to the Ranji Trophy title win. Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from all forms of cricket Before walking in for the toss, Tiwary - back in his head - knew that this would be his last outing with the Bengal team, but to ensure that the focus wasn’t lost, he decided to wait. Back in 2004, when Tiwary broke into the Bengal team, many thought he would be the next big thing in Bengal cricket and even though he failed to cement his place in the Indian team, despite scoring an unbeaten 104 against the West Indies in Chennai in 2011, he managed to carve a niche for himself and continued to inspire several young cricketers from the State.

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Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Mohammed Shami’s return in focus as Bengal takes on Madhya Pradesh
1 month, 3 weeks 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 …

Manoj Tiwary slapped with fine over viral 'Ranji Trophy should be scrapped' rant
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Manoj Tiwary slapped with fine over viral 'Ranji Trophy should be scrapped' rant

Hindustan Times  

A day after his retirement from all forms of cricket, former India batter Manoj Tiwary has revealed that he was fined 20% of his Ranji Trophy match fees for hitting out at the way India's premier domestic competition is losing importance. File photo of Manoj Tiwary in action during Ranji Trophy match On February 10, the 38-year-old had posted on …

Saurabh Tiwary to retire from professional cricket after Jharkhand’s final Ranji Trophy match
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Saurabh Tiwary to retire from professional cricket after Jharkhand’s final Ranji Trophy match

The Hindu  

Left-handed batter Saurabh Tiwary on Monday decided to retire from professional cricket after Jharkhand’s final league match of the Ranji Trophy against Rajasthan in Jamshedpur from February 16. Announcing his retirement from all formats of the game following the Ranji Trophy match versus Rajasthan, the 34-year-old Tiwary said it was appropriate time for him to take the decision as he …

Ranji Trophy: Bengal captain Manoj Tiwary 'absolutely frustrated' with current state of premier First-Class competition
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy: Bengal captain Manoj Tiwary 'absolutely frustrated' with current state of premier First-Class competition

Firstpost  

India and Bengal batter Manoj Tiwary went into an explosive tirade on social media on Saturday regarding the current state of the Ranji Trophy, the country’s premier domestic cricketing competition, calling for it to be “scrapped off from the calendar” from the next season. Tiwary, who reversed his decision to retire from all forms of the sport last year to …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: “Peaking” Tamil Nadu aims to continue consistency against Goa
11 months, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: “Peaking” Tamil Nadu aims to continue consistency against Goa

The Hindu  

With two innings victories against Railways and Chandigarh, Tamil Nadu coach Sulakshan Kulkarni feels that his team is “peaking at the right time” in its ongoing Ranji Trophy campaign. Speaking on the eve of Tamil Nadu’s fifth-round Ranji Trophy match versus Goa, he said: “The best part in the last three games was that we got twenty wickets in all …

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Experienced Tamil Nadu starts campaign against Gujarat
1 year ago

Ranji Trophy 2023-24: Experienced Tamil Nadu starts campaign against Gujarat

The Hindu  

In a battle of contrasting but evenly matched sides, Gujarat takes on Tamil Nadu in the first round of the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy season here at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel stadium on Friday. Gujarat won the under-25 tournament last year, and Gaja said the team is banking on young batters like Aarya Desai, Sunpreet Bagga and Kshitij Patel, who have …

Tamil Nadu Ranji Trophy 2023-24 squad announced: Sai Kishore named captain; Baba Aparajith misses cut
1 year ago

Tamil Nadu Ranji Trophy 2023-24 squad announced: Sai Kishore named captain; Baba Aparajith misses cut

The Hindu  

Left-arm spinner R. Sai Kishore was named Tamil Nadu captain for the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy season on Monday, with Pradosh Ranjan Paul his deputy, when the state senior selection committee picked its 15-member squad for the premier First-Class competition in the country that starts on January 5. Incidentally, Sai Kishore had already been earmarked as a future skipper by the …

Manoj Tiwary reverses retirement, to give 'one more try' at guiding Bengal to Ranji Trophy title
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary reverses retirement, to give 'one more try' at guiding Bengal to Ranji Trophy title

Firstpost  

Kolkata: Less than a week after he announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, former India batter Manoj Tiwary on Tuesday said he has decided to reverse his decision and wants to give “one more try” to win the elusive Ranji Trophy title with Bengal. The Tiwary-led Bengal were overwhelming favourites to win the title at home last season, …

Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from cricket: 'Goodbye to the game'
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from cricket: 'Goodbye to the game'

Firstpost  

Manoj Tiwary has announced his retirement from all formats of the game. His last game was the Ranji Trophy final defeat to Saurashtra earlier this year, where he top scored in the second innings. Thanking his former teammates, loved ones, and coach Manabendra Ghosh, Tiwary wrote: “Manabendra Ghosh, my father figure like coach has been the pillar in the cricketing …

Manoj Tiwary Announces Retirement From All Forms of Cricket
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary Announces Retirement From All Forms of Cricket

The Quint  

“Taking this opportunity to convey my sincere gratitude to the people who all have played a part in my cricketing journey. Thank you to my all my coaches starting from my childhood till last year who all have played a part in my cricketing achievements. Further expressing his gratitude towards his family, the Bengal cricketer said, “Thank you to my …

Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from all forms of cricket
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from all forms of cricket

The Hindu  

India and Bengal batter Manoj Tiwary announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Thursday. Thank u Sir and wish u a speedy recovery, as your health is not keeping well.” Tiwary last played for India in 2015, when a second-string side toured Zimbabwe for an ODI series, scoring 34 runs in three ODIs. Before that, Tiwary was given …

Ashok Menaria to leave Rajasthan, set to play for Haryana in upcoming domestic season
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashok Menaria to leave Rajasthan, set to play for Haryana in upcoming domestic season

The Hindu  

Ashok Menaria has decided to move on from Rajasthan after serving the state for 15 years, and join Haryana ahead of the forthcoming domestic season. Though Menaria remained tight-lipped on what forced him to shift allegiance, the former India U-19 captain confirmed to Sportstar that he has received a No Objection Certificate from Rajasthan Cricket Association and is looking forward …

Ranji Trophy Final: ‘There is scope for a comeback,’ says Manoj Tiwary
1 year, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy Final: ‘There is scope for a comeback,’ says Manoj Tiwary

The Hindu  

Saurashtra coach Niraj Odedra said his bowlers made the most of the conditions to put the side in an advantageous position against Bengal on the first day of the Ranji Trophy final at the Eden Gardens here on Thursday. We made sure to make use of the advantage,” said Odedra. You need to make sure that you play as long …

With Ranji Trophy glory in sight, Manoj Tiwary puts retirement plans on hold
1 year, 10 months ago

With Ranji Trophy glory in sight, Manoj Tiwary puts retirement plans on hold

The Hindu  

Much before the Ranji Trophy got underway, Manoj Tiwary had indicated that this could well be his last domestic season. So, as of now, I want to keep the retirement plans on hold and don’t want to make such an announcement so that the focus shifts on to something else,” Tiwary told Sportstar. Even when I played for India, I …

Ranji Trophy knockouts: Saurashtra juggernaut continues, inspired Bengal gets another shot at title
1 year, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy knockouts: Saurashtra juggernaut continues, inspired Bengal gets another shot at title

The Hindu  

As much as multi-day cricket is about grit, determination, patience and skill, sometimes you need a little something extra to go all the way. Of course, Bengal had to exorcise the ghosts of the past and avenge last year’s semifinal loss to Madhya Pradesh to confirm its presence in the title clash. But this time, it had the enduring presence …

Manoj Tiwary, an indomitable spirit, keeps Bengal’s Ranji Trophy title hopes burning
1 year, 10 months ago

Manoj Tiwary, an indomitable spirit, keeps Bengal’s Ranji Trophy title hopes burning

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary is a man on a mission. At 37, he is leading Bengal’s charge for a third Ranji Trophy title and the first in almost 33 years. Having led Bengal last in the 2018-19 season, Tiwary assumed the leadership role again for the 2022-23 Ranji Trophy campaign as Abhimanyu Easwaran would have missed the first two games due to …

Ranji Trophy: Bengal secure berth for final clash, defeat defending champions Madhya Pradesh
1 year, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Bengal secure berth for final clash, defeat defending champions Madhya Pradesh

India TV News  

Bengal advanced into the Ranji Trophy final after beating the defending champions Madhya Pradesh by 306 runs in the semifinals at the Holkar Stadium on Sunday. The star player of the semifinal for Bengal, was Akash Deep shattered the home side with a six-wicket haul to take his team to their second Ranji final appearance in three seasons. On the …

In Ranji semis, Minister Manoj Tiwary still living the dream
1 year, 11 months ago

In Ranji semis, Minister Manoj Tiwary still living the dream

Hindustan Times  

Manoj Tiwary is always on the move. Bengal’s Ranji captain as well as minister of state for youth and sports affairs, Tiwary has no say over his own time. At 37, Tiwary’s life and aspirations have changed but no motivation is bigger for him than winning the Ranji Trophy for Bengal. This is why he is still pushing himself for …

Ranji Trophy: Sudip Gharami, Manoj Tiwary team up to hand Bengal memorable win
1 year, 11 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Sudip Gharami, Manoj Tiwary team up to hand Bengal memorable win

The Hindu  

Sudip Gharami and skipper Manoj Tiwary combined in an unbeaten partnership of 126 runs for the fourth wicket to steer Bengal to a commendable seven-wicket win against Baroda in a Ranji Trophy Elite Group ‘A’ match at the Bengal Cricket Academy ground in Kalyani on Friday. But Gharami, who has scored 473 runs in five matches in the current Ranji …

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Bengal crushes Nagaland by innings and 161 runs
2 years ago

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Bengal crushes Nagaland by innings and 161 runs

The Hindu  

Debutant off-spinner Karan Lal’s impressive five-wicket haul enabled Bengal to outplay Nagaland by an innings and 161 runs on the third day of the Ranji Trophy Group-A match at the Nagaland Cricket Stadium on Thursday. Nagaland openers batted with good intent for more than an hour before 22-year-old Karan, who bowled four overs in the first innings, provided the breakthrough …

Manoj Tiwary hints at retirement at end of ongoing Ranji season
2 years ago

Manoj Tiwary hints at retirement at end of ongoing Ranji season

Firstpost  

Kolkata: Indian batter Manoj Tiwary has hinted that the ongoing 2022-23 season of Ranji Trophy could be his final one in first-class cricket, but he wants to make sure to give Bengal a Ranji Trophy title on his “way out”. If we want to win the Ranji Trophy, we must take our game to the next level,” ESPNCricinfo quoted Tiwary …

Ranji Trophy 2022-23, Round 1: Youngsters Impress, Tamil Nadu Nearly Pull Off a Stunning Heist
2 years ago

Ranji Trophy 2022-23, Round 1: Youngsters Impress, Tamil Nadu Nearly Pull Off a Stunning Heist

Firstpost  

As the teams now head into a little break before the second round of the Ranji Trophy gets underway from 20 December, here’s a quick recap of what happened. The first round of Ranji Trophy 2022-23 got over on Friday and India’s premier domestic tournament couldn’t have asked for a better start as there were results in 12 out of …

Ranji Trophy: Tiwary-led Bengal takes on Uttar Pradesh in battle of last season’s semifinalists
2 years ago

Ranji Trophy: Tiwary-led Bengal takes on Uttar Pradesh in battle of last season’s semifinalists

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary will have the unique distinction of wearing two hats for Bengal as the state Sports Minister will captain the side against Uttar Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy opener at the Eden Gardens here on Tuesday. The biggest challenge for Bengal, which reached the quarterfinals of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and narrowly missed out on a Vijay Hazare …

Manoj Tiwary back as Bengal captain for first two Ranji Trophy matches
2 years ago

Manoj Tiwary back as Bengal captain for first two Ranji Trophy matches

Firstpost  

Kolkata: Veteran Manoj Tiwary was back as Bengal captain for their first two matches in the Ranji Trophy with regular skipper Abhimanyu Easwaran joining Team India for the Test series against Bangladesh as a cover for injured Rohit Sharma. Tiwary was named captain for their first two matches against Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh to be held in Kolkata from …

Ranji Trophy semifinals: Madhya Pradesh in final after 23 years
2 years, 5 months ago

Ranji Trophy semifinals: Madhya Pradesh in final after 23 years

The Hindu  

For Madhya Pradesh, the stars appear to be aligning. Qualifying for its first Ranji Trophy summit clash since 1998-99, it has found its groove to the extent that a maiden title will be at stake for the team when it takes on 41-time champion Mumbai in the final at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru from June 22. I didn’t …

Manoj Tiwary slams ton in Ranji Trophy, wins hearts with handwritten note for wife
2 years, 6 months ago

Manoj Tiwary slams ton in Ranji Trophy, wins hearts with handwritten note for wife

Firstpost  

Manoj Tiwary went on to complete a fine hundred in the first session of the third day’s play. Manoj Tiwary, who is serving as a minister in the incumbent Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal, is also an intrinsic member of the Bengal team in the Ranji Trophy semi-final against Madhya Pradesh. Tiwary, who serves as the Minister of State …

Manoj Tiwary wins hearts with adorable gesture for family; Bengal player shows handwritten note after scoring 100
2 years, 6 months ago

Manoj Tiwary wins hearts with adorable gesture for family; Bengal player shows handwritten note after scoring 100

Hindustan Times  

Manoj Tiwary continued his stellar form with the willow as the Indian batter hit his second successive hundred on Thursday. The 36-year-old, who is also the Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports in West Bengal, scored 102 off 211 for Bengal in the semi-final match against Madhya Pradesh on the third day at the KSCA Cricket Ground, Alur. …

Ranji Trophy: Long-awaited accomplishment on the horizon for Bengal, MP
2 years, 6 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Long-awaited accomplishment on the horizon for Bengal, MP

The Hindu  

Bengal will hope to move one step closer to its first Ranji Trophy title in 32 years when it faces Madhya Pradesh in the semifinal of the 87th edition of India’s premier first-class competition at the KSCA Cricket Ground in Alur from Tuesday. Bengal broke Jharkhand’s back by amassing its highest first-class total of 773, including a first-class record as …

Manoj Tiwary: Cricket has helped me deal with politics
2 years, 6 months ago

Manoj Tiwary: Cricket has helped me deal with politics

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary uncharacteristically slapped his thigh in celebration after scoring his 28th first-class hundred in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Jharkhand on Friday as a tribute to Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, who was killed last month. Politics has not helped me in cricket but it’s the other way round’ Before the start of Ranji Trophy 2021-22, which began in …

Ranji Trophy: Thrilling last day on cards as Jharkhand, TN chase win
2 years, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Thrilling last day on cards as Jharkhand, TN chase win

The Hindu  

Pacer Rahul Shukla’s brilliant five-wicket haul and skipper Saurabh Tiwary’s unbeaten 41 has given Jharkhand a slight edge chasing 212 against Tamil Nadu on the third day of the final Ranji Trophy league match here at the Nehru Stadium on Saturday. Jharkhand, which had conceded a 59-run first-innings lead, bowled out TN for just 152 in its second innings and …

Ranji Trophy: Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh to fight for knockout spot
2 years, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh to fight for knockout spot

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu has not come close to qualifying for the knockout stages of the Ranji Trophy since the 2016-17 season when it finished as the semifinalist. For the first time since that year, the team now has a realistic chance of making it to the next stage when it takes on a strong Jharkhand side in the final league match …

Ranji Trophy 2022: T. Ravi Teja, Tanay Thyagarajan forge century stand to rescue Hyderabad
2 years, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2022: T. Ravi Teja, Tanay Thyagarajan forge century stand to rescue Hyderabad

The Hindu  

Hyderabad’s depth in batting came to the fore as T. Ravi Teja and Tanay Thyagarajan’s 109-run partnership for the eighth wicket rescued the team from dire straits against Bengal in a Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match at the Barabati Stadium on Friday. Resuming from 15 for two, Hyderabad was reduced to 70 for seven before Ravi and Tanay scored …

Ranji Trophy: Bengal comes from behind for surprise win; Shahbaz shines
2 years, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Bengal comes from behind for surprise win; Shahbaz shines

The Hindu  

The southpaw duo of Shahbaz Ahmed and debutant Abhishek Porel scored magnificent half-centuries as Bengal scripted an unbelievable turnaround to record a morale-boosting four-wicket win over Baroda in its Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match at the Barabati Stadium here on Sunday. Requiring 203 more from the target of 349 on the fourth and final day, Bengal sealed victory when …

Ranji Trophy 2022: Wriddhiman Saha opts out of Bengal campaign after being told he won't be picked for Tests
2 years, 11 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2022: Wriddhiman Saha opts out of Bengal campaign after being told he won't be picked for Tests

Firstpost  

Saha has opted out of Bengal’s Ranji Trophy campaign after being categorically told that he will not be picked for India’s two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, starting 4 March. New Delhi: In a major development, senior wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha has opted out of Bengal’s Ranji Trophy campaign after being categorically told that he will not be picked for India’s …

Ranji Trophy: U-19 sensation Ravi Kumar set to be part of Bengal squad, Saha likely to play first two games
2 years, 11 months ago

Ranji Trophy: U-19 sensation Ravi Kumar set to be part of Bengal squad, Saha likely to play first two games

The Hindu  

Bengal's team management is keen on fast-tracking U-19 India pacer Ravi Kumar in the upcoming Ranji Trophy where the team starts its campaign from February 16 in Cuttack. Bengal has been clubbed alongside Chandigarh, Hyderabad and Baroda in Elite Group B and the team will leave for Cuttack on February 10 along with two U-19 World Cup players -- Ravi …

Kerala vice-captain Vishnu Vinod opens up on Ranji preparations
3 years ago

Kerala vice-captain Vishnu Vinod opens up on Ranji preparations

The Hindu  

Kerala’s limited-overs season ended with quarterfinal defeats in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy in 2021. Batter Vishnu Vinod, who has been recently appointed the team’s vice-captain, says the team is keen to regroup and make up for the below-par white-ball performance with a fruitful Ranji Trophy campaign. Speaking to Sportstar from Kerala’s red-ball camp at …

State sports minister Manoj Tiwary named in Bengal Ranji squad
3 years ago

State sports minister Manoj Tiwary named in Bengal Ranji squad

Hindustan Times  

Veteran batter Manoj Tiwary was on Monday named in Bengal's 21-member Ranji Trophy squad less than a year after he made his political debut for ruling Trinamool Congress party in the state. Tiwary, who last played for Bengal in their Ranji final against Saurashtra in March 2020, joined TMC ahead of the Assembly polls and won from Shibpur constituency beating …

Minister Tiwary pads up for Ranji Trophy outing
3 years ago

Minister Tiwary pads up for Ranji Trophy outing

The Hindu  

It's Christmas eve and students at a homeopathic medical college in Belgachia, in Howrah, are excited to spend an evening with Manoj Tiwary. But at the same time, I am also preparing for the Ranji Trophy and want to put in my best efforts for the team,” Tiwary tells Sportstar. “I will clear all the files before leaving for Bengaluru.” …

Manoj Tiwary, Bengal sports minister named in Ranji Trophy squad
3 years ago

Manoj Tiwary, Bengal sports minister named in Ranji Trophy squad

The Hindu  

Veteran batter Manoj Tiwary was on Monday named in Bengal's 21-member Ranji Trophy squad less than a year after he made his political debut for ruling Trinamool Congress party in the state. Tiwary, who last played for Bengal in their Ranji final against Saurashtra in March 2020, joined TMC ahead of the Assembly polls and won from Shibpur constituency beating …

Sports Minister Manoj Tiwary included in Bengal fitness camp: I can handle both my department and cricket
3 years, 5 months ago

Sports Minister Manoj Tiwary included in Bengal fitness camp: I can handle both my department and cricket

India Today  

West Bengal Sports Minister and former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has been included in a 39 member squad for a senior team to represent Bengal by the Cricket Association of Bengal. Tiwary, who contested the 2021 West Bengal elections on a TMC ticket from Shibpur in Howrah, was appointed as the MOS for Affairs of Sports and Youth. The fitness …

TMC Celeb Candidates List 2021: Cricketer Manoj Tiwary To Fight From Shivpur
3 years, 10 months ago

TMC Celeb Candidates List 2021: Cricketer Manoj Tiwary To Fight From Shivpur

ABP News  

West Bengal: TMC Chief & West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee today announced that Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwari would contest from Shivpur in the West Bengal election starting later this month. Tiwary, who was last seen in action in January in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, had joined Trinamool Congress in February, in Mamata Banerjee's presence. After joining the party, Tiwary …

No expectations, no worries keep Manoj Tiwary going
4 years, 9 months ago

No expectations, no worries keep Manoj Tiwary going

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary has been through a lot of hardship. The Ranji Trophy 2019-20 final against Saurashtra marked his 100th outing for the state. Sportstar caught up with the 34-year-old Tiwary outside the Bengal dressing room talking 100, selection and security. The main vision and goal is to give Bengal a Ranji Trophy and I believe we were close, yet so …

Ranji Trophy: Arun Lal proud of Bengal after runner-up finish
4 years, 9 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Arun Lal proud of Bengal after runner-up finish

The Hindu  

It was so near yet so far for Bengal, which made it to the Ranji Trophy final after 13 years. Following its runner-up finish in the tournament after a close final at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Bengal coach Arun Lal looked at the positives and called for improvements. The positive influence of Lal on the squad was discernible as …

Ranji Trophy final: Chatterjee, Tiwary rescue Bengal
4 years, 9 months ago

Ranji Trophy final: Chatterjee, Tiwary rescue Bengal

The Hindu  

Abhimanyu Easwaran’s debatable dismissal almost ended Bengal’s hopes on day three of the Ranji Trophy final against Saurashtra at the SCA stadium in Khandheri. Senior pro Tiwary, who is playing his 100th Ranji game for Bengal, received a gift from Chirag Jani while batting on 18 in the 35th over. Saha did not score any run in the next 29 …

Ranji Trophy final: How Bengal can still do it
4 years, 9 months ago

Ranji Trophy final: How Bengal can still do it

The Hindu  

Bengal captain Abhimanyu Easwaran said how belief is driving his side ahead of the big final. Fast bowler Mukesh Kumar got rid of Cheteshwar Pujara and Prerak Mankad in a span of 10 balls to pull things back in the side's favour. Though Bengal coach Arun Lal feels his side is “fit” and they are all “modern-day cricketers” it will …

Ranji Trophy final: Bengal target chink in Cheteswhar Pujara’s armour
4 years, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy final: Bengal target chink in Cheteswhar Pujara’s armour

Hindustan Times  

On the outskirts of Rajkot, at the Saurashtra Cricket Association’s international cricket stadium, Saurashtra and Bengal are locked in training for the Ranji Trophy final starting on Monday. “There are bigger players than you who get to play for India but don’t get to play a Ranji final. “When Saurashtra were 15/5, in the Indian dressing room team-mates would tell …

Ranji Trophy final: Saurashtra favourite in Bengal's 30-year chase for title
4 years, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy final: Saurashtra favourite in Bengal's 30-year chase for title

The Hindu  

It’s 4.45 pm as the flight lands in Rajkot after a long layover in Mumbai. The Ranji Trophy 2019-20 final, between Saurashtra and Bengal, at the Saurashtra Cricket Association stadium is a magnum opus for all the stakeholders. DID YOU KNOW: Saurashtra and Bengal faced each other four times in the last 10 years with the former winning one contest. …

Arun Lal interview: Bengal Ranji Trophy team full of heroes, says coach as they gear up to face Saurashtra in final
4 years, 10 months ago

Arun Lal interview: Bengal Ranji Trophy team full of heroes, says coach as they gear up to face Saurashtra in final

Firstpost  

Arun Lal has been integral to Bengal cricket since 1981. He was part of the title winning side in 1989-90, was one of the names who backed Sourav Ganguly and now is the man behind the team that has reached Ranji Trophy final after 13 years. First you bring your team spirit and then comes your skill, talent, mental ability …

Ranji Trophy 2019-20 Final: Jaydev Unadkat-inspired Saurashtra poised for glory at home but Bengal cannot be discounted
4 years, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2019-20 Final: Jaydev Unadkat-inspired Saurashtra poised for glory at home but Bengal cannot be discounted

Firstpost  

Both the teams are desperate to go all the way with Saurashtra reaching their fourth final in eight seasons while Bengal has not tasted success in the premier domestic event since the 1989-90 triumph. Left-arm spinner Shahbaz Ahmed has come of age this season and is the team’s joint highest wicket-taker with 30 scalps alongside Kumar and Akash Deep. Teams …

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