'We want captain Hardik' trends amid Gambhir, Agarkar's Suryakumar Yadav pick as India's T20I captain after Rohit
5 months, 1 week ago

'We want captain Hardik' trends amid Gambhir, Agarkar's Suryakumar Yadav pick as India's T20I captain after Rohit

Hindustan Times  

While all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been tipped as Rohit Sharma's successor as India's captain in limited-overs cricket for a while now, it seems like there is a twist in the tale just when the time arrived for a change in guard. With the Board of Control for Cricket in India's selection committee scheduled to meet on Thursday to decide the squad for the upcoming limited-overs tour of Sri Lanka, reports have now emerged that pegs Suryakumar Yadav as the new favourite to lead the team in T20Is. Many fans don't seem too happy about Hardik Pandya falling behind in the race to become India's T20I captain This is just one of many indicators since India won the T20 World Cup of just how drastically Pandya has turned things around in his favour. However, he put all that behind and was one of the key figures in India winning their first ICC trophy since 2013 and their first T20 World Cup since 2007.

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Hardik Pandya to feature in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for Baroda in brother Krunal's captaincy – India TV
1 month ago

Hardik Pandya to feature in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for Baroda in brother Krunal's captaincy – India TV

India TV News  

Former India T20 captain Hardik Pandya is set to feature in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for the first time after becoming an international cricketer in 2016. Hardik was included in Baroda's squad for the upcoming 2024-25 edition of India's premier domestic T20 competition and will play under brother Krunal Pandya's captaincy. Hardik's brother Krunal has been in sensational touch …

Trophy presenter makes it awkward for Indian players, Hardik, Suryakumar surprised as he overstays his welcome
1 month, 1 week ago

Trophy presenter makes it awkward for Indian players, Hardik, Suryakumar surprised as he overstays his welcome

Hindustan Times  

India sealed a series victory in emphatic style against South Africa, piling on over over 500 runs in the final two matches of the T20I series to dominate the South African bowling and put the seal on a phenomenal year in the shortest format of the game for the men in blue. A massive 135-run victory in the fourth and …

KL Rahul breaks silence on Lucknow Super Giants exit, ex-LSG captain says ‘...I could find some freedom’
1 month, 1 week ago

KL Rahul breaks silence on Lucknow Super Giants exit, ex-LSG captain says ‘...I could find some freedom’

Live Mint  

Sanjiv Goenka’s animated outburst on KL Rahul after Lucknow Super Giants’ humiliating defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024 clearly stated things weren’t well inside the four walls of the franchise dressing room. Following that incident, the video of which went viral on social media, it was certain that LSG won’t be retaining Rahul for IPL 2025, which eventually turned …

Hardik Pandya labelled as ‘one in a billion’ as ex-IND star backs him after 2nd T20I struggle: 'You don't have anyone…'
1 month, 1 week ago

Hardik Pandya labelled as ‘one in a billion’ as ex-IND star backs him after 2nd T20I struggle: 'You don't have anyone…'

Hindustan Times  

Hardik Pandya was criticized for his sluggish knock against South Africa in the 2nd T20I. He scored an unbeaten 39 runs off 45 balls and came under the scanners for playing too many dot balls in the death overs as he didn't take a single on numerous occasions. With Arshdeep Singh on the other end, Hardik decided to take the …

IND vs SA 1st T20I Live Score: Suryakumar Yadav-led Men in Blue face Proteas in rematch of 2024 T20 World Cup final
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs SA 1st T20I Live Score: Suryakumar Yadav-led Men in Blue face Proteas in rematch of 2024 T20 World Cup final

Firstpost  

India vs South Africa, 1st T20I Live: India take on South Africa in a four-match T20I series starting in Durban on Friday. The two teams had faced off in the 2024 T20 World Cup final in June, when India had triumphed. The two teams, who faced off in the 2024 T20 World Cup final in June, will play a four-match …

In focus: Suryakumar Yadav’s outstanding record as India’s T20I captain ahead of IND vs SA 1st ODI
1 month, 2 weeks ago

In focus: Suryakumar Yadav’s outstanding record as India’s T20I captain ahead of IND vs SA 1st ODI

Live Mint  

Suryakumar Yadav, famously known as “SKY”, has shown solid leadership in T20Is for India, primarily stepping in when regular captains like Rohit Sharma or Hardik Pandya are unavailable. Since the 2023 World Cup, he has led India in several T20I matches, including a remarkable 4-1 series victory over Australia, which many saw as a satisfying response to India’s ODI World …

Suryakumar Yadav responds on Ruturaj's absence from India squad
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Suryakumar Yadav responds on Ruturaj's absence from India squad

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav had spoken about the absence of young batter Ruturaj Gaikwad from the Indian T20 squad for the South Africa series. Ruturaj Gaikwad, the Chennai Super Kings captain was consistent with his performance across all formats in the domestic arena. Speaking in a press conference ahead of the first T20I against South Africa, Suryakumar said …

Suryakumar Yadav opens up on Rohit Sharma's influence as leader, says 'Hitman' taught him the art of staying 'balanced'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Suryakumar Yadav opens up on Rohit Sharma's influence as leader, says 'Hitman' taught him the art of staying 'balanced'

Firstpost  

India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav has come to Rohit Sharma’s defence after an embarrassing Test whitewash against New Zealand at home, saying the former Mumbai Indians captain taught him the art of staying balanced in victory as in defeat. Suryakumar Yadav succeded Rohit Sharma as India T20I captain after the latter helped the Men in Blue win the 2024 ICC …

South Africa vs India, 1st T20I Predicted XI: Will Ramandeep Singh make his debut?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

South Africa vs India, 1st T20I Predicted XI: Will Ramandeep Singh make his debut?

India Today  

As India gears up for the first T20I against South Africa in Durban on November 8, there’s plenty of anticipation around the debut of new talents. Among the emerging names in the squad, 29-year-old all-rounder Ramandeep Singh is one to watch, as he’s likely to make his senior team debut. India already has a robust bowling lineup, with Arshdeep Singh …

Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh eye elusive T20I records during India vs South Africa series; find out what they are
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh eye elusive T20I records during India vs South Africa series; find out what they are

Live Mint  

Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh will be eyeing to surpass Yuzvendra Chahal for most T20I wickets for India when the Men in Blue take on South Africa in a three-match series, starting in Durban on Friday. While Chahal leads the list currently with 96 wickets for India in T20Is, another out-of-contention seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar sits second with 90 wickets. After …

'Ruturaj ka time ayega': Suryakumar Yadav backs batter to gain India spot soon
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Ruturaj ka time ayega': Suryakumar Yadav backs batter to gain India spot soon

India Today  

India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed his confidence that Ruturaj Gaikwad will soon find his way back into the national squad, commending the 27-year-old’s consistent performances across formats. While Gaikwad is notably absent from India’s T20I squad for the South Africa series, Suryakumar explained that this omission is part of the management’s selection process, hinting that Gaikwad’s return is likely …

Hardik Pandya Returns as Mumbai Indians Captain for IPL 2025
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya Returns as Mumbai Indians Captain for IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai Indians have confirmed Hardik Pandya as their captain for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The five-time champions will return to the tournament with a new coach in Mahela Jayawardene. Hardik, who endured a difficult season as captain this year, is eager to turn things around and lead the team to its sixth IPL title.

Hardik Pandya Back as Mumbai Indians Captain for IPL 2025
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya Back as Mumbai Indians Captain for IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai Indians have confirmed Hardik Pandya as their captain for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The five-time champions will return to the tournament with a new coach in Mahela Jayawardene. Hardik, who endured a difficult season as captain this year, is eager to turn things around and lead the team to its sixth IPL title.

MI Retains Core of Indian Stars in 2025 IPL Retention
1 month, 3 weeks ago

MI Retains Core of Indian Stars in 2025 IPL Retention

India Today  

Mumbai Indians have retained all five key players from their 2024 IPL season in Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, and Tilak Varma. This decision will cost them a minimum of INR 75 crore from their INR 120 crore purse, possibly more depending on negotiations. Hardik's return as captain is a major boost for MI, who are looking …

Hardik Pandya To Comeback, Set to Return to Red-Ball Cricket in Upcoming Series!
3 months ago

Hardik Pandya To Comeback, Set to Return to Red-Ball Cricket in Upcoming Series!

ABP News  

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya may return to Test cricket after almost six years, potentially featuring in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. Reports suggest that Pandya intends to represent Baroda in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, having expressed his desire to the Baroda Cricket Association. He also aims to participate in the Ranji Trophy, particularly with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on the …

Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya spoke for a long time: How MI duo bonded during T20 World Cup
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya spoke for a long time: How MI duo bonded during T20 World Cup

Hindustan Times  

How Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya put their differences aside and came together for India at the 2024 T20 World Cup, has thus far, one of the biggest mysteries in Indian cricket. By the time India won the T20 World Cup, Hardik and Rohit were back as brothers. Rahul Dravid deserves credit for bringing together Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya Things …

Rohit Sharma Reveals Secrets Behind Leading Mumbai Indians To Five IPL Titles
4 months ago

Rohit Sharma Reveals Secrets Behind Leading Mumbai Indians To Five IPL Titles

ABP News  

Rohit Sharma, who led Team India to their first T20 World Cup victory in 17 years, received the Men's International Cricketer of the Year award at the CEAT Cricket Rating Awards on Wednesday. Also on ABP Live | Rohit Sharma Names Three Key Individuals Behind India's Success At ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Rohit Sharma's success as a captain is …

Suryakumar Yadav awkward after Hardik Pandya directly addresses him in dressing room speech after Sri Lanka whitewash
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Suryakumar Yadav awkward after Hardik Pandya directly addresses him in dressing room speech after Sri Lanka whitewash

Hindustan Times  

A lot has been written and said about Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya ever since the former beat the latter in the race for India's T20I captaincy. When Hardik Pandya addressed Suryakumar Yadav directly in the dressing room, the camera focused on him, who had an awkward smile on his face. Interesingly, the Sri Lanka T20Is which India won 3-0, …

‘Suryakumar Yadav a short-term option’: Scott Styris' massive claim on Gautam Gambhir not getting a ‘natural captain’
4 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Suryakumar Yadav a short-term option’: Scott Styris' massive claim on Gautam Gambhir not getting a ‘natural captain’

Hindustan Times  

Suryakumar Yadav has started his T20I captaincy regime on an impressive note with back-to-back wins over Sri Lanka to clinch the three-match series. India's head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav started their tenures with a series win over Sri Lanka. However, former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris suggested that new head coach Gambhir didn't get a natural skipper …

Hardik Pandya puts captaincy setback behind him
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya puts captaincy setback behind him

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: In professional life, one of the tougher setbacks to deal with is to be superceded in promotion. Pandya had been the T20 captain of the Indian team since the 2022 T20 World Cup and was also the vice-captain of Rohit Sharma’s World Cup-winning side in June. While the spotlight has been on the new captain and new coach Gautam …

Ravi Shastri's worry after Hardik Pandya left out of India ODI squad: 'If you're bowling just 3 overs instead of 10...'
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravi Shastri's worry after Hardik Pandya left out of India ODI squad: 'If you're bowling just 3 overs instead of 10...'

Hindustan Times  

Concerns about his fitness were confirmed as one of the primary reasons behind Hardik Pandya's loss to Suryakumar Yadav for becoming the next T20I captain for India. Former India head Ravi Shastri expressed a similar concern, but believes that the ball is in Hardik's court as outlined his future path after T20I captaincy snub. Ravi Shastri has his say on …

Suryakumar Yadav equals Virat Kohli's world record in 56 fewer matches in blistering start to captaincy era against SL
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Suryakumar Yadav equals Virat Kohli's world record in 56 fewer matches in blistering start to captaincy era against SL

Hindustan Times  

In a stellar performance, newly-appointed T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav led India to a commanding 43-run victory over Sri Lanka in the opening match of the series on Saturday, marking a successful start to the Gautam Gambhir era. Suryakumar's scintillating 58 off just 26 balls set the tone for India’s innings after an explosive 74-run partnership in the first six overs …

Suryakumar Yadav is a bowlers' captain, says Axar Patel
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Suryakumar Yadav is a bowlers' captain, says Axar Patel

New Indian Express  

PALLEKELE: Indian all-rounder Axar Patel has hailed new T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav as a bowlers' captain who grants his bowlers the freedom to execute their plans. As a player, there is a good bond with him.” Recalling the five-match T20I series against Australia in India late last year, which the hosts won 4-1, Axar noted that playing under Suryakumar's captaincy …

'Hardik Pandya will add value to Indian Test team; can play freely without captaincy responsibilities': Lalchand Rajput
4 months, 4 weeks ago

'Hardik Pandya will add value to Indian Test team; can play freely without captaincy responsibilities': Lalchand Rajput

Hindustan Times  

The last time Hardik Pandya played a red-ball match for India was back in 2018, during the tour of England. India's Hardik Pandya during a practice session at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Earlier this month, in a surprising move, Suryakumar Yadav was appointed as India’s T20I captain over Hardik Pandya, even though Hardik had served as Rohit Sharma’s deputy …

Suryakumar Yadav taught 'limitation is not weakness' lesson by Ravi Shastri ahead of debut as India's full-time captain
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Suryakumar Yadav taught 'limitation is not weakness' lesson by Ravi Shastri ahead of debut as India's full-time captain

Hindustan Times  

It's the dawn of a new era for SKY. In a few hours from now, Suryakumar Yadav, Rohit Sharma's successor, will make his debut as India’s full-time captain when the Men in Blue take on Sri Lanka in the first T20I in Pallekele. Suryakumar Yadav will take a huge step in his career today as he begins his tenure as …

Suryakumar ends prolonged silence on jumping over Hardik Pandya to become India T20I captain; calls Rohit ‘engine’
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Suryakumar ends prolonged silence on jumping over Hardik Pandya to become India T20I captain; calls Rohit ‘engine’

Hindustan Times  

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav finally ended his prolonged silence on BCCI's decision to prefer him as the skipper over Hardik Pandya. On the eve of the first T20I against Sri Lanka, which will begin a new chapter in Indian cricket under new coach Gautam Gambhir and Surya, India's T20I skipper said nothing will change between him and Hardik. Suryakumar …

"One thing he will have to learn...": Shastri highlights major challenge for Suryakumar as India's T20I captain
4 months, 4 weeks ago

"One thing he will have to learn...": Shastri highlights major challenge for Suryakumar as India's T20I captain

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, : Former India all-rounder and head coach Ravi Shastri backed newly-appointed T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav to do well for the team and pointed out one major area that he must work on to earn success as a skipper. ": Shastri highlights major challenge for Suryakumar as India's T20I captain India's tour of Sri Lanka begins with the first T20I …

Hardik Pandya's Anil Kumble avatar at India nets ahead of 1st SL T20I leaves LSG teasing fresh role for all-rounder
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya's Anil Kumble avatar at India nets ahead of 1st SL T20I leaves LSG teasing fresh role for all-rounder

Hindustan Times  

Hardik Pandya is all set to return to action on the cricket field with the first T20I match against Sri Lanka. The flamboyant all-rounder last played for India in the T20 World Cup final, where he played a pivotal role in the Men in Blue's title triumph. Hardik Pandya's Anil Kumble avatar at IND nets leaves LSG teasing fresh role …

Suryakumar Yadav's tongue-in-cheek reply to Gambhir's 'Surya's been my only regret...' remark leaves reporters in splits
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Suryakumar Yadav's tongue-in-cheek reply to Gambhir's 'Surya's been my only regret...' remark leaves reporters in splits

Hindustan Times  

In May earlier this year, Gautam Gambhir, who had yet to be announced as the head coach of the Indian men's cricket team, admitted that not identifying Suryakumar Yadav's true potential, even as a batter, remains his biggest and only regret in his tenure as Kolkata Knight Riders captain. Two months hence, Suryakumar, now the Indian T20I captain under coach …

Suryakumar Yadav's old Gautam Gambhir connection unearthed, identified as reason behind SKY's T20I captaincy ascension
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Suryakumar Yadav's old Gautam Gambhir connection unearthed, identified as reason behind SKY's T20I captaincy ascension

Hindustan Times  

Suryakumar Yadav's promotion as India's T20I captain was a move no one saw coming. Besides, he has a fine record as India's T20I captain, having led the team to a 4-1 win against Australia at home, barely four days after the ODI World Cup concluded. However, former India spinner Pragyan Ojha raised an interesting point when he unearthed an old …

‘Hand Hardik a certificate saying he isn’t fit': Ex-Pakistan star blasts Gambhir, Agarkar's ‘excuse’ for captain Surya
5 months ago

‘Hand Hardik a certificate saying he isn’t fit': Ex-Pakistan star blasts Gambhir, Agarkar's ‘excuse’ for captain Surya

Hindustan Times  

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has joined the bandwagon of former players questioning the reason behind Hardik Pandya's not becoming India's new T20I captain. The BCCI made a bold decision by naming Suryakumar Yadav the new T20I captain over Hardik, who was Rohit Sharma's deputy in the successful T20 World Cup campaign. Hardik, who has led Gujarat Titans to the …

Hardik Pandya 'couldn't gain respect' of India players after IPL horror, prompted BCCI to…: Arnold goes two-fisted
5 months ago

Hardik Pandya 'couldn't gain respect' of India players after IPL horror, prompted BCCI to…: Arnold goes two-fisted

Hindustan Times  

Hardik Pandya was the Indian vice-captain a month ago, looking set to take over the reins as the new skipper after Rohit Sharma retired following the side's T20 World Cup win. India's Hardik Pandya and teammate Virat Kohli and Arshdeep Singh during T20 World Cup 2024 Entering its transitional phase, Team India will now kickstart the Suryakumar-Gambhir era in T20Is …

Hardik Pandya's text message left India youngster 'shocked' during T20 World Cup: 'I replied saying…'
5 months ago

Hardik Pandya's text message left India youngster 'shocked' during T20 World Cup: 'I replied saying…'

Hindustan Times  

Hardik Pandya loves to be in the thick of things. From getting ruled out of the ODI World Cup to being named captain of the Mumbai Indians to getting booed to making a winning contribution for India at the T20 World Cup, Hardik's fortunes swung the entire arc. Hardik Pandya in action during T20 World Cup And yet, that smile …

Srikkanth targets Agarkar over Suryakumar's T20I captaincy promotion for Sri Lanka series: 'Say it without fear'
5 months ago

Srikkanth targets Agarkar over Suryakumar's T20I captaincy promotion for Sri Lanka series: 'Say it without fear'

Hindustan Times  

Days after India's chairman of selectors, Ajit Agarkar, revealed the reason behind Hardik Pandya's demotion, former Indian opener Krishnamachari Srikkanth questioned the selector's treatment of the star Team India all-rounder. India's chief selector Agarkar mentioned that Pandya lost on India's T20 captaincy to Suryakumar because of concerns over his availability. Suryakumar eventually pipped Hardik for the captaincy post when the …

Ashish Nehra points out Gautam Gambhir factor for Hardik Pandya's India captaincy snub in SL T20s: ‘New coach has come…’
5 months ago

Ashish Nehra points out Gautam Gambhir factor for Hardik Pandya's India captaincy snub in SL T20s: ‘New coach has come…’

Hindustan Times  

With chief Indian selector Ajit Agarkar and Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir favouring Suryakumar Yadav for the vacant T20I captaincy spot, former India pacer Ashish Nehra has sympathised with ex-vice-captain Hardik Pandya. Hardik's frequent injury absences paved the way for Suryakumar to succeed Rohit Sharma as Team India's captain for the T20I series against Sri Lanka. With Hardik losing …

‘Rohit, Kohli, Jadeja big loss for Indian cricket. Sri Lanka will aim to take advantage: Coach Sanath Jayasuriya
5 months ago

‘Rohit, Kohli, Jadeja big loss for Indian cricket. Sri Lanka will aim to take advantage: Coach Sanath Jayasuriya

Hindustan Times  

Former Sri Lanka captain and the current interim coach of the side, Sanath Jayasuriya, said India will feel the absence of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in the upcoming T20I series against them. India will start the Sri Lanka tour without Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma The three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka will kickstart a new chapter …

Hardik Pandya absent in Suryakumar Yadav's first huddle as captain, Gambhir's 'happy dressing room' theory helps: Report
5 months ago

Hardik Pandya absent in Suryakumar Yadav's first huddle as captain, Gambhir's 'happy dressing room' theory helps: Report

Hindustan Times  

The next few months are expected to be rather interesting in Indian cricket. Gambhir's appointment was on expected terms, but Suryakumar getting the captaincy ahead of Hardik Pandya came with its element of surprise. A scribe working for Dainik Jagran, quoting a source, informed that on Monday when Suryakumar assembled his team for his first huddle as India's official T20I …

Hardik Pandya sits beside Gautam Gambhir in team bus, captain Suryakumar Yadav takes backseat as India begin SL tour
5 months ago

Hardik Pandya sits beside Gautam Gambhir in team bus, captain Suryakumar Yadav takes backseat as India begin SL tour

Hindustan Times  

In their first practice session under new head coach Gautam Gambhir, the Indian cricketers, especially T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav and star all-rounder Hardik Pandya, were in a jovial mood. India head coach Gautam Gambhir and Hardik Pandya sat side-by-side in India's team bus In many ways, this Sri Lanka tour marks a new chapter in Indian cricket. After the highs …

Suryakumar's subtle caution for Axar Patel ahead of 1st T20I hints at Pallekele track: 'Teesre chouthe over ke baad...'
5 months ago

Suryakumar's subtle caution for Axar Patel ahead of 1st T20I hints at Pallekele track: 'Teesre chouthe over ke baad...'

Hindustan Times  

Suryakumar Yadav is all set to begin his first assignment as a full-time T20I captain, with India slated to face Sri Lanka in a three-match contest, starting July 27 in Pallekele. Suryakumar Yadav during India's practice session in Pallekele The Indian team already reached Sri Lanka on Monday afternoon and scheduled their first practice session on Tuesday, at the Pallekele …

Ajit Agarkar dumps India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav from ODI scheme: 'We haven't discussed him'
5 months ago

Ajit Agarkar dumps India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav from ODI scheme: 'We haven't discussed him'

Hindustan Times  

BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar made an honest admission about Suryakumar Yadav's omission from the ODI team despite appointing him as the new T20I captain. The BCCI made some bold decisions ahead of the Sri Lanka tour by naming Surya the new T20I captain over Hardik Pandya, but he failed to make the cut for the ODI team. Ajit Agarkar …

Shubman Gill awarded vice-captaincy as Ajit Agarkar feared the worst for Indian cricket: 'When Hardik got injured…'
5 months ago

Shubman Gill awarded vice-captaincy as Ajit Agarkar feared the worst for Indian cricket: 'When Hardik got injured…'

Hindustan Times  

When Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from T20 internationals, Indian cricket had to ask itself the question: Who is going to be their next T20 captain? The common belief was Hardik Pandya, as he was the one to captain India when Rohit did not play T20Is for a year after the 2022 T20 World Cup. Ajit Agarkar explained why Shubman …

India coach Gautam Gambhir backs Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to play at 2027 Cricket World Cup
5 months ago

India coach Gautam Gambhir backs Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to play at 2027 Cricket World Cup

Associated Press  

MUMBAI, India — New India coach Gautam Gambhir has backed star batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to continue playing in the long term, even possibly at the 2027 Cricket World Cup in South Africa. Kohli and Sharma had announced their T20 retirements after India’s World Cup triumph in the West Indies on June 29. And then, hopefully, if they …

Hardik Pandya meets Gautam Gambhir's staff hours after new head coach's presser as Team India leaves for Sri Lanka
5 months ago

Hardik Pandya meets Gautam Gambhir's staff hours after new head coach's presser as Team India leaves for Sri Lanka

Hindustan Times  

The Indian team are making their way to Sri Lanka for their limited-overs tour of the country. The team, who will be led by a new coaching staff helmed by Gautam Gambhir and a new captain in T20Is in Suryakumar Yadav, was spotted gathering at the Mumbai airport on Monday just hours after the former gave a press conference along …

Ajit Agarkar gives three reasons why Suryakumar Yadav 'deserved' India's T20I captaincy ahead of Hardik Pandya
5 months ago

Ajit Agarkar gives three reasons why Suryakumar Yadav 'deserved' India's T20I captaincy ahead of Hardik Pandya

Hindustan Times  

Ajit Agarkar, the chief of BCCI's selection committee, opened up on why Suryakumar Yadav was named the new India T20I captain ahead of Hardik Pandya, who was the vice-captain of the squad that won the T20 World Cup last month in Barbados, on Monday. India's Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya The need for a new India captain came about after …

Hardik injustice to Surya ascension: Gautam Gambhir will answer 3 burning questions in first presser as India coach
5 months ago

Hardik injustice to Surya ascension: Gautam Gambhir will answer 3 burning questions in first presser as India coach

Hindustan Times  

From being one of the most decorated Indian players to becoming the new head coach of the Men In Blue, Gautam Gambhir's odyssey as a long-time servant of Indian cricket is well documented. Before the two-time ICC World Cup winner arrives in Sri Lanka for his first assignment as head coach, Gambhir is set to chair a traditional press conference …

'We want someone who is.....': Ajit Agarkar explains reason behind Hardik Pandya's captaincy snub
5 months ago

'We want someone who is.....': Ajit Agarkar explains reason behind Hardik Pandya's captaincy snub

India TV News  

BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar has revealed that fitness concerns regarding Hardik Pandya forced the selection panel and the team management to not elevate him as captain of the Indian men's cricket team in the shortest format of the game. Hardik was the designated vice-captain of Team India during their successful ICC Men's T20 World Cup campaign and was seen …

Rohit, Suryakumar leaving Mumbai Indians in 2025?
5 months ago

Rohit, Suryakumar leaving Mumbai Indians in 2025?

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Even with the mega IPL auction still far away, reports of key players switching teams are making rounds all over the internet. According to the reports, Team India T20 World Cup winning captain Rohit Sharma and his close confidant and present T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, who are long associated with Mumbai Indians are to switch to a new franchise. …

'Sudden U-turn is troubling': Hardik Pandya's captaincy snub labelled 'injustice' as ex-India coach drops blunt reaction
5 months ago

'Sudden U-turn is troubling': Hardik Pandya's captaincy snub labelled 'injustice' as ex-India coach drops blunt reaction

Hindustan Times  

The transition phase has begun in India's T20I team, with Suryakumar Yadav taking over as the new captain. The selectors made a brave call by naming Surya as a skipper over Hardik Pandya, who was Rohit Sharma's deputy in the T20 World Cup 2024, where India emerged victorious. Hardik, captain of an IPL franchise, was touted to take over the …

Ajit Agarkar doubted Hardik Pandya's India captaincy ability as GT, MI stints outlined major flaw: Report
5 months ago

Ajit Agarkar doubted Hardik Pandya's India captaincy ability as GT, MI stints outlined major flaw: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India, earlier this week, picked Suryakumar Yadav as the new captain of the T20I team, with the 2026 T20 World Cup in mind. The top-ranked T20I batter pipped Hardik Pandya in the race to become Rohit Sharma's successor after the latter announced his retirement from the format post India's T20 World Cup win …

Karthik's crucial message to Suryakumar, Gambhir on replacing Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli in T20Is: 'There are 4 choices'
5 months ago

Karthik's crucial message to Suryakumar, Gambhir on replacing Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli in T20Is: 'There are 4 choices'

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli played pivotal roles in India's triumph at the 2024 T20 World Cup, ending an 11-year wait for the side's ICC title. India's Virat Kohli and captain Rohit Sharma celebrate with the trophy after winning the ICC men's Twenty20 World Cup 2024 final With the retirement of these stalwarts, India has turned its focus to preparing …

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