Indian football team heavily dependent on Chhetri, says Bhutia
5 years, 2 months ago

Indian football team heavily dependent on Chhetri, says Bhutia

The Hindu  

Former Indian football captain Bhaichung Bhutia on Thursday said that the forward line of the current team is heavily dependent on Sunil Chhetri and the other players need to step up and score goals. Bhuita said that the team’s defence has already showed a good account of itself in the last two World Cup qualifier matches and the onus is on the strikers to deliver against Bangladesh on October 15 here. READ | India's 29-man probable squad for World Cup qualifier against Bangladesh “The way they have played the last two games, it should come easy for India and they should win it comfortably,” the former captain said. That’s been from day one when I first saw him as a 17-year-old boy at United Sikkim.” The footballer-turned-Hamro Sikkim Party leader, who is contesting the Gangtok bye-elections on October 21, also said that the Indian team should play more often in Kolkata where the crowd normally turns up in large numbers.

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Sunil Chhetri interview: Early identification of good players crucial for Indian football
1 month ago

Sunil Chhetri interview: Early identification of good players crucial for Indian football

Hindustan Times  

For India’s football standards to improve, it is important to find talented footballers at the age of six or so and get them to train in good academies with adequate facilities. Schools also have to play a role by increasing the number of weekly PE periods, said Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri. Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri Excerpts… India’s ranking …

'Need to find Sunil Chhetri's replacement': Manolo Marquez on challenges as head coach of Indian football team
4 months, 4 weeks ago

'Need to find Sunil Chhetri's replacement': Manolo Marquez on challenges as head coach of Indian football team

India TV News  

The newly appointed head coach of the Indian men's football team Manolo Marquez is aware of the fact that his days at the helm of Indian football are going to be full of challenges. His international exit has created a massive void in Indian football and the first and foremost challenge for Marquez will be to fill that gap as …

FIFA World Cup qualifier: Sunil Chhetri-less India enter testing transition phase against Qatar
7 months ago

FIFA World Cup qualifier: Sunil Chhetri-less India enter testing transition phase against Qatar

The Hindu  

The influential Sunil Chhetri's absence will be a difficult void to fill as the Indian football team enters a testing transition phase with a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifying match against heavyweights Qatar in Doha on June 11. An acid test awaits India as they run into two-time Asian champions Qatar at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, knowing well that …

Qatar vs India: Who can become India’s No. 9 after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?
7 months ago

Qatar vs India: Who can become India’s No. 9 after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?

The Hindu  

India’s match against Kuwait was a momentous occasion, with Sunil Chhetri, India’s highest goal scorer, donning the national colours for the last time. It was a chance for the Blue Tigers to give its talismanic skipper a fitting farewell by bolstering its chances of making it to the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. READ | Qatar …

Sunil Chhetri Gets Guard Of Honour From India Teammates In Farewell Match; Parents, Wife, Break Down In Tears
7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Gets Guard Of Honour From India Teammates In Farewell Match; Parents, Wife, Break Down In Tears

ABP News  

It was an emotional evening at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata as Sunil Chhetri-led Team India took on Kuwait in Kolkata on Thursday with the match being the Indian captain's final outing in Indian colours. Although it wasn't the result that India wanted with the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers ending in a goalless draw and even Chhetri failing …

What makes Sunil Chhetri an exception in Indian football?
7 months ago

What makes Sunil Chhetri an exception in Indian football?

Firstpost  

As India captain Sunil Chhetri prepares to bid adieu to international football after a memorable 19-year career, we take a look at the secrets to his success. The end of India’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Kuwait will also bring curtains down on Sunil Chhetri’s 19-year-old international career. Even if the Blue Tigers fail to achieve ‘Mission 3rd Round’ …

Onus on other players to take up mantle after Sunil Chhetri retires: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu
7 months, 1 week ago

Onus on other players to take up mantle after Sunil Chhetri retires: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu

Hindustan Times  

India goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu on Friday said that other players will have to step up and take the national team forward after the retirement of talismanic captain and striker Sunil Chhetri. Sunil Chhetri and Gurpreet Singh Sandhu The team assembled in Kolkata for training ahead of its must-win World Cup qualifier against Kuwait at the Salt Lake Stadium on …

India announce squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifier vs Kuwait in Sunil Chhetri's farewell match
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India announce squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifier vs Kuwait in Sunil Chhetri's farewell match

Hindustan Times  

Forward Parthib Gogoi and defender Muhammad Hammad were left out due to injuries as India announced a 27-member squad for the World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6 which would mark the end of long-serving captain and ace striker Sunil Chhetri's international career. Following the match against Kuwait, India will travel to take on Qatar on June 11 …

Sunil Chhetri Set To Retire From International Football After India vs Kuwait FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Match
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri Set To Retire From International Football After India vs Kuwait FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Match

ABP News  

Sunil Chhetri Announces Retirement: Sunil Chhetri, the legendary Indian football player, has announced retirement from international football after an illustrious career. The veteran football player has decided that the forthcoming FIFA World Cup qualification game between India and Kuwait on June 6 at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata will mark his final appearance for the Indian national team. pic.twitter.com/xwXbDi95WV …

Who can succeed Sunil Chhetri as India’s striker — a deep dive into what the numbers say
9 months ago

Who can succeed Sunil Chhetri as India’s striker — a deep dive into what the numbers say

The Hindu  

The inability to score goals has been the Indian football team’s Achilles heel for quite some time now. Hardly any...”India coach Igor Stimac said during the Asian Cup ISL teams have started Indians as one or both strikers in about one-fourth of their games this season. A very happy 21st birthday to @ChennaiyinFC's rising star Rahim Ali 🥳🎂🎊#LetsFootballpic.twitter.com/oa3LHASSXS — Indian …

Sunil Chhetri Says 'Will be Humongous When India Qualify for World Cup'
1 year, 2 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Says 'Will be Humongous When India Qualify for World Cup'

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri, who is third in the list of active footballers who have scored most goals in international matches, harbours hope to lead India to the FIFA World Cup. His eyes light up and a broad grin spreads across his face as he considers the prospect of India making history and qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for the first …

India football captain Sunil Chhetri yet to decide on retirement: Enjoying the bonus period
1 year, 2 months ago

India football captain Sunil Chhetri yet to decide on retirement: Enjoying the bonus period

India Today  

Indian football talisman Sunil Chhetri acknowledges that he's currently in the twilight of his remarkable career, but he hasn't specified a retirement date. Nevertheless, it's definite that the 39-year-old Chhetri won't be participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. I just want to enjoy it," Chhetri said ahead of India's 2026 World Cup second-round qualifiers matches later this month. Chhetri …

India 1-0 Bangladesh football HIGHLIGHTS, Asian Games: Sunil Chhetri scores as India beats Bangladesh to keep R-16 qualification hopes alive
1 year, 3 months ago

India 1-0 Bangladesh football HIGHLIGHTS, Asian Games: Sunil Chhetri scores as India beats Bangladesh to keep R-16 qualification hopes alive

The Hindu  

PREVIEW Even just a month before the Asian Games, when the All India Football Federation announced a strong squad for the tournament, it was hard to envisage the Indian men’s team’s chances of going all the way here in Hangzhou. But with a ‘third or fourth choice’ team’ in his own words, head coach Igor Stimac has his task cut …

India vs China, Asian Games 2023: Sunil Chhetri sets another Indian football record
1 year, 3 months ago

India vs China, Asian Games 2023: Sunil Chhetri sets another Indian football record

The Hindu  

Sunil Chhetri became only the third captain in Indian football to lead the country in two editions of the Asian Games when he led his team against China in their opening game at Hangzhou 2023. Chhetri, who is also the leading goalscorer of India in international football, is the senior-most player in the Asian Games squad, with Chinglensana Singh and …

Sunil Chhetri's off-field efforts to make a difference
1 year, 3 months ago

Sunil Chhetri's off-field efforts to make a difference

Hindustan Times  

When it comes to Indian football, Sunil Chhetri has undoubtedly been the most prominent figure for over a decade now. On Friday, the All India Football Federation announced that senior defender Sandesh Jhingan and three other players had been added to India’s squad for the Asian Games. With the continental event being held outside the FIFA window from September 19, …

How can the Indian football team line-up in Asian Games with just three defenders in the squad?
1 year, 3 months ago

How can the Indian football team line-up in Asian Games with just three defenders in the squad?

The Hindu  

The All India Football Federation, on Wednesday, announced a revised Indian football squad for the Asian Games, with several players from the previously announced team missing because their respective clubs in the Indian Super League refused to release them. READ | Chhetri part of Indian football team’s revised Asian Games squad, 13 players omitted from original squad The 18-member squad …

Sunil Chhetri Only Notable Face In Stimac's 18-Member Indian Football Squad For Asian Games
1 year, 3 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Only Notable Face In Stimac's 18-Member Indian Football Squad For Asian Games

News 18  

Veteran striker Sunil Chhetri was the only notable face in the 18-member Indian squad for the Hangzhou Asian Games as All India Football Federation finally managed to stich a second-rung team, but there is still a big question mark on head coach Igor Stimac accompanying the team. Most of the clubs had shown unwillingness to release the 22 players named …

Sunil Chhetri: ‘To break into top-10 in Asia, India needs players better than me’
1 year, 5 months ago

Sunil Chhetri: ‘To break into top-10 in Asia, India needs players better than me’

The Hindu  

When it comes to Indian football, Sunil Chhetri’s name towers above everyone else on the list of all-time goal scorers’ list. It may not be feasible for a premium player like Sandesh Jhingan or Gurpreet Singh Sandhu to play the ISL, 10 to 13 matches for the country, the Super Cup, and the Durand and Rovers Cups, but we have …

Sunil Chhetri: Indian football’s centre of gravity
1 year, 5 months ago

Sunil Chhetri: Indian football’s centre of gravity

The Hindu  

Just over five years ago, when India was competing in the four-nation Intercontinental Cup in Mumbai, Sunil Chhetri made an impassioned plea urging fans to come and watch national team matches at the stadium. Whether it is table tennis, badminton or cards… he is just super competitive ”PRADHYUM REDDYFormer assistant coach, Bengaluru FC Chhetri is that Indian side’s centre of …

Technically and tactically, we’re not there yet; we need improvement in all areas: Sunil Chhetri
1 year, 6 months ago

Technically and tactically, we’re not there yet; we need improvement in all areas: Sunil Chhetri

The Hindu  

It started with the Tri-Nation win in Manipur, then the Intercontinental Cup victory in Bhubaneshwar, and culminated with the SAFF Championship win in Bengaluru. But, with the King’s Cup, Merdeka Cup, and Asian Cup rapidly approaching, Blue Tigers captain Sunil Chhetri said “this is just the start”, and there is a long way to go before India can establish itself …

We want him to take rest but…India’s assistant coach drops massive remark on Sunil Chhetri
1 year, 6 months ago

We want him to take rest but…India’s assistant coach drops massive remark on Sunil Chhetri

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Chhetri has gotten off to a blinder of a start at the SAFF Championships in Bangalore, having already scored 4 goals in India’s 2 games, including a hat-trick against Pakistan. Indian team captain Sunil Chhetri acknowledges the crowd after winning a football match against Nepal He scored again in India’s match against Nepal, the first as the hosts beat …

Indian football team faces crucial nine months in a bid for greatness
1 year, 6 months ago

Indian football team faces crucial nine months in a bid for greatness

Live Mint  

“The best 45 minutes from India in the last five decades.” This is how the national football coach Igor Stimac described India’s second half performance at the 2023 Intercontinental Cup final against Lebanon on Sunday. But while it is debatable if India indeed played the best 45 minutes of football in the last 50 years, Stimac’s team certainly brought the …

Sunil Chhetri wants India to take inspiration from Morocco for tough Asian Cup group
1 year, 7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri wants India to take inspiration from Morocco for tough Asian Cup group

Firstpost  

India have a tough group to contend with in the 2023 AFC Asian Cup where they have been pitted in Group B against Australia, Uzbekistan and Syria. This will be India’s fifth appearance in the AFC Asian Cup and for the first time, they have reached consecutive editions of the continental event. The Bengaluru FC player also added that coach …

ISL 2022-23, Semi-final: Sunil Chhetri's Late Header Gives Bengaluru FC Advantage Over Mumbai City FC in First Leg
1 year, 10 months ago

ISL 2022-23, Semi-final: Sunil Chhetri's Late Header Gives Bengaluru FC Advantage Over Mumbai City FC in First Leg

News 18  

Star striker Sunil Chhetri struck a late goal as a substitute to help Bengaluru FC eke out a 1-0 win over Mumbai City FC in the first leg of the Indian Super League semi-final here on Tuesday. Chhetri’s 78th-minute goal gave the Blues a vital advantage ahead of the second leg in Bengaluru on Sunday. Before the hour-mark, Bengaluru FC …

With India Matches in Manipur, AIFF Wants to Set a Positive Example
1 year, 10 months ago

With India Matches in Manipur, AIFF Wants to Set a Positive Example

News 18  

It’s a crying shame that Manipur, the cradle of Indian football, has not hosted the senior national team all this while. Referred also as the conveyor belt of football talent in India, Manipur’s love for the game and healthy popularity of the sport in the state is by default rather than design. While making the announcement, AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey …

Would be Great to Play AFC Asian Cup in Front of Fans at Home, Says Sunil Chhetri
2 years, 6 months ago

Would be Great to Play AFC Asian Cup in Front of Fans at Home, Says Sunil Chhetri

News 18  

A near-capacity crowd at the iconic Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata witnessed the Indian football team qualify for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup in style, beating Hong Kong 4-0 on Tuesday. Skipper Sunil Chhetri expressed his desire to play the Asian Cup on home soil after being impressed by the spectators who turned up to support the Indian team braving …

India basketball captain Vishesh Bhriguvanshi targets team growth
2 years, 9 months ago

India basketball captain Vishesh Bhriguvanshi targets team growth

The Hindu  

Vishesh Bhriguvanshi has just completed his warm-down after a tantalising second round league match against Indian Railways at the Nehru Indoor Stadium in the Senior National basketball championships. And as a captain of the Indian men’s team, too, for the forthcoming Window II of the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers and Asia Cup, a qualifying event for the Asian Games, Bhriguvanshi’s …

I hope to keep playing and scoring in foreseeable future: Chhetri after equalling Pele
3 years, 2 months ago

I hope to keep playing and scoring in foreseeable future: Chhetri after equalling Pele

The Hindu  

Indian talisman Sunil Chhetri says he hopes to continue playing and scoring goals for the country in the "foreseeable future", his battle-hardened body getting a booster dose in the form of a landmark 77th international strike that drew him level with King Pele. It's more about wanting to turn up every single day and give it my best, which, thankfully, …

Nepal are always tough when they play against us: Chhetri
3 years, 4 months ago

Nepal are always tough when they play against us: Chhetri

Deccan Chronicle  

Kathmandu: Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri is expecting a tough outing in their two upcoming friendly internationals against Nepal. Given the current circumstances, it wasn't easy to get a friendly game," Chhetri told the All India Football Federation. "Nepal are a very tough side, especially when they play against us, and we are aware of the extreme challenge the …

Nepal are always tough when they play against us: Sunil Chhetri
3 years, 4 months ago

Nepal are always tough when they play against us: Sunil Chhetri

India TV News  

Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri is expecting a tough outing in their two upcoming friendly internationals against Nepal. Given the current circumstances, it wasn't easy to get a friendly game," Chhetri told the All India Football Federation. "Nepal are a very tough side, especially when they play against us, and we are aware of the extreme challenge the two …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: If you give a chance to Chhetri, he will take that, concedes Bangladesh coach
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: If you give a chance to Chhetri, he will take that, concedes Bangladesh coach

Firstpost  

Doha: Talismanic Sunil Chhetri won’t miss if you give him the opportunity to score, says Bangladesh coach Jamie Day after the Indian captain led his side to a 2-0 win in the 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2023 AFC Asian Cup. The 36-year-old Chhetri scored a second-half brace against Bangladesh to hand India their first win in the joint preliminary …

Sunil Chhetri overtakes Messi, one goal away from entering all-time top-10
3 years, 7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri overtakes Messi, one goal away from entering all-time top-10

Firstpost  

Doha: Indian football talisman Sunil Chhetri has surpassed Argentina’s global superstar Lionel Messi to become the second-highest active international goal-scorer with 74 strikes, adding another feather to his illustrious career. The seasoned striker, who helped India register their first win in six years in World Cup qualifiers, now stands only behind Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo in the active international goal-scorer list. …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Chhetri inspires India to 2-0 win, but issues persist in finishing and linkup play
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Chhetri inspires India to 2-0 win, but issues persist in finishing and linkup play

Firstpost  

Sunil Chhetri’s brilliance once again came to India’s rescue but their ineffectiveness to create clear-cut chances from open play and poor finishing may cost them some other day. At the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium in Qatar on Monday, India finally snapped their 11-game winless streak to register a vital win over Bangladesh in the FIFA World Cup 2022 and 2023 …

India vs Bangladesh HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri Scores Twice as India Win 2-0
3 years, 7 months ago

India vs Bangladesh HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri Scores Twice as India Win 2-0

News 18  

India vs Bangladesh Football Match, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers Highlights: India’s dominating performance was rewarded in the last 12 minutes of the match as India scored not once but twice through captain fantastic Sunil Chhetri. We need to capitalise on our chances.” Squads: India: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Amrinder Singh, Dheeraj Singh; Pritam Kotal, Rahul Bheke, Narender Gehlot, Chinglensana Singh, …

Coach Igor Stimac Says He's 'Confident India Will Qualify for 2023 AFC Asian Cup'
3 years, 7 months ago

Coach Igor Stimac Says He's 'Confident India Will Qualify for 2023 AFC Asian Cup'

News 18  

With less than a week to go for India’s first match in the World Cup Qatar 2022 and AFC Asian Cup 2023 Qualifiers against Qatar, coach Igor Stimac on Friday advocated the importance of making up for lost time on the training ground. “Qatar is a fully prepared team, Bangladesh finished their season on May 10, and 23 out of …

Sunil Chhetri is Best and Wants to Be The Best Every Single Day: Sahal Abdul Samad
4 years, 3 months ago

Sunil Chhetri is Best and Wants to Be The Best Every Single Day: Sahal Abdul Samad

News 18  

Footballer Sahal Abdul Samad has heaped praise on Sunil Chhetri, saying the talismanic India captain is the “best in India” and that “he wants to be the best every single day”. “If I have to choose one thing about him, it will be Chhetri bhai’s positive mindset — to be the best every day. Everybody knows he’s the best in …

Bhaichung Bhutia Says He is Worried 'Because There is Nobody after Sunil Chhetri'
4 years, 5 months ago

Bhaichung Bhutia Says He is Worried 'Because There is Nobody after Sunil Chhetri'

News 18  

A perennial problem in Indian football has been the lack of goal-machines. While there have been stars like IM Vijayan, Bhaichung Bhutia and Sunil Chhetri, there has never been a pool to pick from. Speaking to IANS, Bhaichung Bhutia not only threw light on the lack of a striker who can fill Sunil Chhetri's boots once he calls it a …

Sunil Chhetri is the Character Who Defines Indian Men's Football Team: Coach Igor Stimac
4 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri is the Character Who Defines Indian Men's Football Team: Coach Igor Stimac

News 18  

National team head coach Igor Stimac on Sunday hailed Sunil Chhetri, saying the talismanic captain was one of those who "glorified" Indian football with his dedication in the 15 years of his illustrious career. "Dedicated, workaholic and team man -- those are some of the attributes which define Sunil Chhetri," he said in a release issued by the All India …

Sunil Chhetri thanks Bhaichung, Renedy for mentorship
4 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri thanks Bhaichung, Renedy for mentorship

The Hindu  

Indian football team skipper Sunil Chhetri is set to complete 15 years at the international stage on Friday. Chhetri is placed 10th in the list of all-time highest goal-scorers in international football, and second among active players above Lionel Messi and just below Cristiano Ronaldo. I was over the moon," said Chettri in a Facebook live session from the Indian …

Baichung Bhutia picks Sahal Abdul Samad as the next big goal-scorer for India after Sunil Chhetri's retirement
4 years, 7 months ago

Baichung Bhutia picks Sahal Abdul Samad as the next big goal-scorer for India after Sunil Chhetri's retirement

Firstpost  

Indian football icon Bhaichung Bhutia on Saturday picked Kerala Blasters youngster Sahal Abdul Samad to be the next big scorer for the country after captain Sunil Chhetri’s retirement. One of the youngest members of the Indian line-up, Sahal, who made his debut in the 2019 Kings Cup, has impressed coach Igor Stimac and Chhetri with his dribbling and passing abilities. …

Sahal to be next big scorer after Chhetri retires: Bhaichung Bhutia
4 years, 7 months ago

Sahal to be next big scorer after Chhetri retires: Bhaichung Bhutia

The Hindu  

Indian football icon Bhaichung Bhutia on Saturday picked Kerala Blasters youngster Sahal Abdul Samad to be the next big scorer for the country after captain Sunil Chhetri’s retirement. He just needs to start getting confidence of scoring, taking shots,” Bhutia said in an Instagram live on the Indian Super League. Indian players are talented, willing to work hard, opportunities will …

Robin Singh interview: Hyderabad FC forward believes Indian football has enough talent to fill Sunil Chhetri-sized void
4 years, 11 months ago

Robin Singh interview: Hyderabad FC forward believes Indian football has enough talent to fill Sunil Chhetri-sized void

Firstpost  

Hyderabad FC footballer Robin Singh talks about his team’s struggles in their debut appearance in the Indian Super League, the Indian football team’s progress under Igor Stimac among other topics. While he’s represented some of the most celebrated teams in Indian football, from East Bengal to Bengaluru FC, he’s also made 30 appearances for the Indian men’s football team since …

Will play for India as long as I can and give my best: Sunil Chhetri
4 years, 11 months ago

Will play for India as long as I can and give my best: Sunil Chhetri

India TV News  

Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri on Thursday made it clear that he is yet to decide when to hang up his boots though he did not have many games left for the country. The 35-year-old Chhetri recently said that he did not have too many games left to play with the national side and that is the reason why …

Stimac: India will play 10 friendlies in Europe next year
5 years, 1 month ago

Stimac: India will play 10 friendlies in Europe next year

The Hindu  

Describing Sunil Chhetri as ‘once-in-a-decade’ player, Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac on Friday said he does not see any one replacing the talismanic captain in the next five years. It has to be a team effort.” Talking about 35-year-old Chhetri’s influence in the team, Stimac said, “His influence is amazing, but he is a guy who never crosses …

Indian Football: Bhaichung Bhutia echoes Igor Stimac's views
5 years, 2 months ago

Indian Football: Bhaichung Bhutia echoes Igor Stimac's views

The Hindu  

After Sunil Chhetri, former Indian football captain Bhaichung Bhutia too echoed National coach Igor Stimac’s views that India ought to have had a preparatory camp ahead of the FIFA 2022 World Cup qualifiers against Afghanistan and Oman on November 15 and 19 respectively. “We need to give at least a week or so for the team to be together and …

India vs Bangladesh: Rohit Sharma hints at changing pace combination for second T20I, defends batting line-up for poor show in Delhi
5 years, 2 months ago

India vs Bangladesh: Rohit Sharma hints at changing pace combination for second T20I, defends batting line-up for poor show in Delhi

Firstpost  

India captain Rohit Sharma hinted at rejigging the pace combination for the second T20 International against Bangladesh on Thursday while defending the batting line-up, in which senior opener Shikhar Dhawan has been struggling for some time. Rajkot: India captain Rohit Sharma hinted at rejigging the pace combination for the second T20 International against Bangladesh on Thursday while defending the batting …

India vs Bangladesh: Shakib Al Hasan's absence from team will work as motivation for players, says T20I skipper Mahmudullah Riyad
5 years, 2 months ago

India vs Bangladesh: Shakib Al Hasan's absence from team will work as motivation for players, says T20I skipper Mahmudullah Riyad

Firstpost  

A 15-member squad arrived in the national capital a day after Shakib Al Hasan was handed a two-year ban for failing to report three corrupt approaches, including one during the 2018 IPL from an alleged Indian bookie, Deepak Aggarwal. New Delhi: Controversies chased them like shadows culminating in the suspension of Shakib Al Hasan but Bangladesh’s T20 skipper Mahmudullah Riyad …

Kolkata in race to host India-Qatar World Cup qualifier in March
5 years, 2 months ago

Kolkata in race to host India-Qatar World Cup qualifier in March

India TV News  

The iconic Salt Lake Stadium could once again be packed to the rafters for an India game as it is in the race to host the Group E World Cup qualifier tie against Asian champions Qatar on March 26 next year. The turnout for the Bangladesh game, unprecedented for national team matches in the country, left everyone impressed with India …

WC Qualifiers: Team doesn't need me to put up good performance, says Sunil Chhetri before India vs Bangladesh
5 years, 2 months ago

WC Qualifiers: Team doesn't need me to put up good performance, says Sunil Chhetri before India vs Bangladesh

India TV News  

He might be India's highest goalscorer and the go-to man when it comes to scoring goals, but Sunil Chhetri on Monday said this team under head coach Igor Stimac does not need him to be successful. "The Indian team doesn't need Sunil Chhetri to put up a good performance. That's about it," Chhetri told reporters at the pre-match press conference …

FIFA WC Qualifiers: Buoyant India eyeing full points against Bangladesh
5 years, 2 months ago

FIFA WC Qualifiers: Buoyant India eyeing full points against Bangladesh

India TV News  

Buoyed by their gallant goalless draw against Asian champions Qatar, India would be looking to register their first win in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers when they take on Bangladesh in a group E second round match at the Salt Lake Stadium, here on Tuesday. With the city set to host the senior national men's team after a gap of …

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