Sheldon Jackson set to return to Saurashtra
3 years, 8 months ago

Sheldon Jackson set to return to Saurashtra

The Hindu  

Sheldon Jackson, who moved to Puducherry in the last domestic season, has decided to return to Saurashtra for the upcoming season. Last year, it was his personal decision to leave Saurashtra, now that he has decided to return, we welcome him back," Saurashtra Cricket Association chief Jaydev Shah told Sportstar. READ: BCCI announces domestic calendar, Ranji Trophy to begin on November 16 Sheldon has been one of the batting mainstays of Saurashtra. The seasoned campaigner amassed 809 runs in the tournament to ensure that the side clinched its first-ever Ranji Trophy title in the 2019-20 season. After guiding Saurashtra to its maiden Ranji Trophy title, Sheldon's decision to shift to a plate team had led to speculations in the cricketing circuit.

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For a domestic cricketer, nothing can beat winning the Ranji Trophy: Sheldon Jackson
1 month, 3 weeks ago

For a domestic cricketer, nothing can beat winning the Ranji Trophy: Sheldon Jackson

The Hindu  

As Saurashtra bowed out of the Ranji Trophy with a quarterfinal loss to Gujarat at the Niranjan Shah Stadium on Tuesday, it was also the end of the road for Sheldon Jackson after a successful domestic career. FILE PHOTO: Saurashtra Batsman Sheldon Jackson celebrates his century during the Ranji Trophy Semi Final Between Saurashtra and Gujarat at Saurashtra Cricket Stadium …

Saurashtra stalwart Jackson calls time on career after Ranji loss
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Saurashtra stalwart Jackson calls time on career after Ranji loss

The Hindu  

Beyond the immediate despondency of defeat for Saurashtra in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Gujarat at the Niranjan Shah Stadium on Tuesday, there was a whirlwind of emotions for Sheldon Jackson to experience as he called time on his nearly two-decade professional career. The domestic stalwart was an integral part of Saurashtra winning the Ranji Trophy twice, in 2019-20 and …

Saurashtra batting stalwart Sheldon Jackson retires from first-class cricket after 15-year career
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Saurashtra batting stalwart Sheldon Jackson retires from first-class cricket after 15-year career

The Hindu  

Prolific Saurashtra batter Sheldon Jackson on Tuesday retired from professional cricket after a career spanning 15 years, his last outing ending in a defeat to Gujarat in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal in New Delhi. Jackson, who was once part of the Kolkata Knight Riders set-up after being spotted by former Bengal player Joydeep Mukherjee, made his debut for Saurashtra in …

Saurashtra veteran Sheldon Jackson retires from first-class cricket after team's loss in Ranji Trophy quarters
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Saurashtra veteran Sheldon Jackson retires from first-class cricket after team's loss in Ranji Trophy quarters

India TV News  

Veteran Saurashtra batter Sheldon Jackson has called it time to his first-class career, having played his last red-ball match in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Gujarat. Saurashtra suffered a heavy loss against Gujarat in the quarterfinal of the tournament at the Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot as they were blown away by an innings and 98 runs in quarterfinal four. Jackson, …

Ranji Trophy Live Score: Rohit Sharma makes long-awaited return, Rishabh Pant vs Ravindra Jadeja in Rajkot
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2 months, 1 week ago

Ranji Trophy Live Score: Rohit Sharma makes long-awaited return, Rishabh Pant vs Ravindra Jadeja in Rajkot

Hindustan Times  

Ranji Trophy Live Score: After a few months on the back-burner as the Indian domestic cricket circuit went through with its white-ball tournaments, the premier first class competition is returning with the Ranji Trophy’s final two rounds beginning this week. With plenty on the line, it is also a week that is likely to garner the most attention for a …

Superstars fail in Ranji Trophy as Rohit, Gill, Pant and Jaiswal disappoint
2 months, 1 week ago

Superstars fail in Ranji Trophy as Rohit, Gill, Pant and Jaiswal disappoint

India Today  

India’s cricketing stars had a day to forget in the Ranji Trophy as big names, including captain Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Rishabh Pant, struggled to make an impact with the bat on January 23. Ranji Trophy Live updates and reaction No star show in Ranji Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant’s return to the Ranji Trophy after six years ended …

Course correction, stars descend on Ranji Trophy
2 months, 1 week ago

Course correction, stars descend on Ranji Trophy

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The stars would once take every possible opportunity to go work on their game on the domestic scene but what was once a common practice has now become a rare occurrence. Rohit Sharma will return to Ranji Trophy after nearly a decade, as he lines up for Mumbai’s home tie against Jammu & Kashmir. That explains the return of …

Ravindra Jadeja to play Saurashtra’s Ranji Trophy tie against Delhi
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Ravindra Jadeja to play Saurashtra’s Ranji Trophy tie against Delhi

The Hindu  

India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is set to play in Saurashtra's Ranji Trophy tie against Delhi from January 23 after turning up for the team's practice session in Rajkot on Sunday. India captain Rohit Sharma, who battles poor form in Australia, confirmed his availability for Mumbai's next Ranji Trophy against Jammu and Kashmir. Saurashtra have not had the best of times …

Rohit Sharma to meet BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia on new family rules, India captain says ‘all players are calling me’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma to meet BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia on new family rules, India captain says ‘all players are calling me’

Live Mint  

India captain Rohit Sharma will be having a discussion with BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia on the new family policies that the Board has issued in the aftermath of the national team's recent performances in Tests. Rohit's comments came in on Saturday just before the India's squad announcement for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and ODI series against England. “After the …

‘Unfair on some boys but…’: Gavaskar's blunt ‘Ranji Trophy’ advice for out-of-form Rohit Sharma
2 months, 4 weeks ago

‘Unfair on some boys but…’: Gavaskar's blunt ‘Ranji Trophy’ advice for out-of-form Rohit Sharma

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma made it clear that he is not retiring from Test cricket, clarifying that he himself stood down for the Sydney match against Australia due to his poor form. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar wants the 37-year-old batter to play the knockout matches of the Ranji Trophy if he wants to make a comeback into the Test side. Sunil …

A golden generation of cricketers, says Vasavada on Saurashtra side after second Ranji Trophy title
2 years, 1 month ago

A golden generation of cricketers, says Vasavada on Saurashtra side after second Ranji Trophy title

The Hindu  

From scoring a match-winning hundred against Bengal at Rajkot and helping Saurashtra claim its maiden Ranji Trophy title three years ago to being the top-scorer, with a crucial 81, against the same opponent in an away final and enabling his side to secure its second crown, Arpit Vasavada has remained a stellar figure in his state team. WATCH | Ranji …

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Saurashtra skipper Jaydev Unadkat dedicates Ranji Trophy triumph to Cheteshwar Pujara
2 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Saurashtra skipper Jaydev Unadkat dedicates Ranji Trophy triumph to Cheteshwar Pujara

Firstpost  

Kolkata: Saurashtra skipper Jaydev Unadkat on Sunday dedicated the team’s Ranji Trophy triumph to India veteran Cheteshwar Pujara and called him one of the region’s favourite sons. On the latest triumph, Unadkat, who led the team to three premier domestic titles across formats in as many years, said “this decade and era belongs” to Saurashtra. “It was important to win …

Jaydev Unadkat hails Saurashtra’s dominance, Manoj Tiwary rues inconsistent bowling
2 years, 1 month ago

Jaydev Unadkat hails Saurashtra’s dominance, Manoj Tiwary rues inconsistent bowling

The Hindu  

Jaydev Unadkat on Sunday said Saurashtra’s second Ranji Trophy win spoke of his team’s dominance in recent times. Creating legacy Sharing his vision for Saurashtra, Unadkat said, “It’s not just about winning trophies, but creating a legacy for our team which will leave a bigger impact on cricket in the region. We still want to establish supremacy in the domestic …

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Saurashtra’s success story built on stability and trust
2 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Saurashtra’s success story built on stability and trust

The Hindu  

Cricket and Saurashtra go back a long way. Starting Thursday against Bengal, Saurashtra will play its third Ranji Trophy final in four seasons and its fifth of the last decade. “Only two players have made debuts for us in the last four years,” revealed Niraj, who has been with the Saurashtra set-up since 2015. We give chances really late but …

Ranji Trophy: Saurashtra beats Karnataka by four wickets to set up final against Bengal
2 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy: Saurashtra beats Karnataka by four wickets to set up final against Bengal

The Hindu  

Saurashtra entered its fifth Ranji Trophy final – third in four editions – with a nervy four-wicket victory over Karnataka at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Sunday. For a fleeting hour, Karnataka threatened to flip the script and make its first Ranji final since the 2014-15 season. Speedster V. Koushik removed openers Harvik Desai and Snell Patel during a …

India vs Australia: Jaydev Unadkat released from 2nd Test squad, to play Ranji Trophy final for Saurashtra
2 years, 1 month ago

India vs Australia: Jaydev Unadkat released from 2nd Test squad, to play Ranji Trophy final for Saurashtra

India Today  

Left-arm pacer Jaydev Unadkat was released from the India squad for the 2nd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, the Indian cricket board said on Sunday, February 12. Unadkat will join the Saurashtra squad for the Ranji Trophy final against Bengal at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The 2nd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy will get underway from February …

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Unadkat-led Saurashtra aims quarterfinal spot, against Andhra Pradesh
2 years, 2 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Unadkat-led Saurashtra aims quarterfinal spot, against Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

Jaydev Unadkat’s Saurashtra will be out to seal its Ranji Trophy quarterfinal spot when it hosts Andhra Pradesh in a sixth-round match at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot from Tuesday. Unadkat’s return to the side after his remarkable India Test call-up has bolstered Saurashtra’s results by a fair margin - it earned two successive innings wins for 14 …

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Injury-hit Delhi eyes much-needed win against confident Saurashtra
2 years, 3 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2022-23: Injury-hit Delhi eyes much-needed win against confident Saurashtra

The Hindu  

Saurashtra will be the favourite in Rajkot when it hosts a depleted Delhi in a Ranji Trophy fourth-round Elite Group B game at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium starting Tuesday. Saurashtra’s first-ever win over Mumbai in Ranji Trophy history has placed it third on the points table with one win and two draws. Mounting injury list Meanwhile, Delhi is languishing …

Ranji Trophy: Gaikwad, Bawane return for Maharashtra vs Saurashtra
2 years, 3 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Gaikwad, Bawane return for Maharashtra vs Saurashtra

The Hindu  

Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ankeet Bawane, the injured duo who missed Maharashtra’s Ranji Trophy opener against Delhi, have been cleared for the team’s next encounter. While Gaikwad missed the Ranji opener due to a groin niggle, Bawane has recovered from a quadricep tear he suffered during the Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinal on November 30. While left-arm pacer Mukesh Choudhary is still …

Saha yet to take a call on new Ranji Trophy team after seeking NOC from Bengal Cricket Association
2 years, 10 months ago

Saha yet to take a call on new Ranji Trophy team after seeking NOC from Bengal Cricket Association

The Hindu  

Wriddhiman Saha has made up his mind to quit Bengal, but the wicketkeeper-batter is yet to decide on his new destination. Soon after the Bengal squad for the Ranji knockouts was released by the CAB, Saha had a long conversation with Dalmiya, where he indicated that he may no longer play for Bengal. READ | Saha unwilling to play Ranji …

Ranji Roundup: Pujara, Rahane Picked for Mumbai & Saurashtra; Hardik Opts Out
3 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Roundup: Pujara, Rahane Picked for Mumbai & Saurashtra; Hardik Opts Out

The Quint  

In this period, his average has dipped from over 43 to under 39. Rahane last played the Ranji Trophy in 2019-20 when Mumbai won only one of their eight league games and failed to make the knockouts. Pujara last played the Ranji Trophy in the 2019-20 final when his patient and gritty 66 helped Saurashtra win the game on account …

Ranji Trophy 2022: Pujara named in Saurashtra squad
3 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy 2022: Pujara named in Saurashtra squad

The Hindu  

In search of big runs, veteran India batter Cheteshwar Pujara on Tuesday made the Saurashtra squad for the Ranji Trophy beginning February 10. Saurashtra is placed along with domestic heavyweight and 41-time Ranji champion Mumbai, Odisha and Goa. Another seasoned campaigner Sheldon Jackson along with regulars Arpit Vasavada, Kamlesh Makwana, Chirag Jani, Prerak Mankad, young stumper Harvik Desai along with …

Ranji Trophy: Five-day quarantine, squad size capped at 30, Pujara versus Rahane in Ahmedabad
3 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy: Five-day quarantine, squad size capped at 30, Pujara versus Rahane in Ahmedabad

India TV News  

Highlights On Tuesday, the board issued "staging guidelines" to the nine host associations. The opening round of Ranji Trophy matches will begin from February 17 following a five-day quarantine and the squad size, including support staff, has been capped at 30 as the BCCI aims to stage the 38-team event across nine different bio-bubbles amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The BCCI …

Ranji Trophy champion Saurashtra plans to start camp in November
4 years, 5 months ago

Ranji Trophy champion Saurashtra plans to start camp in November

The Hindu  

Ranji Trophy defending champion Saurashtra plans to start its training camp in the first week of November. With Board of Control for Cricket in India president Sourav Ganguly stating that the domestic season could start from January 1 next year, the state units are gearing up to get things in place. We will have regular testing for players and follow …

Ranji Trophy likely to begin on December 13 - Cricket News
4 years, 7 months ago

Ranji Trophy likely to begin on December 13 - Cricket News

The Hindu  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India is contemplating a curtailed domestic season from November 19 to March 10 by staging only the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and the Ranji Trophy. The 50-overs-a-side tournaments, Vijay Hazare Trophy and the Challengers Series, have been dropped – as reported by Sportstar last month – and do not find a place in …

Ranji Trophy: Saurashtra yet to plan for domestic camp - Cricket News
4 years, 7 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Saurashtra yet to plan for domestic camp - Cricket News

The Hindu  

Saurashtra beat Bengal in March to lift the Ranji Trophy 2019-20 in the initial days of the coronavirus threat in India. We have just received the guidelines from the BCCI but we want to wait till further instructions before resuming cricket,” Himanshu Shah, Honorary Secretary, Saurashtra Cricket Association, told Sportstar on Wednesday. I think we will start once everything is …

Sheldon Jackson quits Saurashtra after nine years, to play for Puducherry in next Ranji Trophy season
4 years, 8 months ago

Sheldon Jackson quits Saurashtra after nine years, to play for Puducherry in next Ranji Trophy season

Firstpost  

Jackson made his debut for Saurashtra in 2011 and scored 5634 runs in first-class cricket at an average of 49.42, including 19 hundreds and 27 half-centuries. Prolific batsman Sheldon Jackson, who played a pivotal role in Saurashtra’s maiden Ranji Trophy triumph in the season gone by, will compete for Puducherry in the domestic circuit this year, a decision which the …

Sheldon Jackson parts ways with Saurashtra, moves to Puducherry
4 years, 8 months ago

Sheldon Jackson parts ways with Saurashtra, moves to Puducherry

The Hindu  

Sheldon Jackson, who played a key role in Saurashtra’s Ranji Trophy win earlier this year, amassing 809 runs in the tournament to ensure his side clinched its first-ever title, has decided to part ways with Saurashtra and will join the Puducherry team. “It’s been a great honour for me to represent Saurashtra and the Saurashtra Cricket Association on the field …

Ranji Trophy: Saurashtra batsman Sheldon Jackson names Virat Kohli as fitness inspiration after title-winning season
5 years ago

Ranji Trophy: Saurashtra batsman Sheldon Jackson names Virat Kohli as fitness inspiration after title-winning season

Firstpost  

The 33-year-old Jackson amassed 800 plus runs for the second year in a row to help Saurashtra win their maiden Ranji Trophy after three failed attempts. Seasoned Saurashtra batsman Sheldon Jackson has reaped big benefits of becoming a ‘six-pack’ cricketer this Ranji Trophy season and says the inspiration came from national team captain Virat Kohli, someone who has redefined fitness …

Sunil Gavaskar: BCCI right in suspending IPL 2020
5 years ago

Sunil Gavaskar: BCCI right in suspending IPL 2020

The Hindu  

The decision by the BCCI to suspend the IPL till April 15 is a laudable one. The Ranji Trophy was marginalised not only by the international season where India players couldn’t play for their state teams, but also by the scheduling of an India A tour to New Zealand bang in the middle of the Ranji season which deprived some …

The Saurashtra story and the homecoming of Ranji Trophy
5 years ago

The Saurashtra story and the homecoming of Ranji Trophy

The Hindu  

The Khandheri stadium in Rajkot is straight out of the wild west. On day five, Saurashtra captain Jaydev Unadkat caught Bengal by the neck to secure a victory on the first-innings lead of 44 runs. Ghavri announced that he wouldn’t be continuing from the coming season due to health concerns as Ranji also means an erratic travel schedule across India; …

Ranji trophy | Saurashtra’s win a culmination of its rich cricketing history
5 years ago

Ranji trophy | Saurashtra’s win a culmination of its rich cricketing history

The Hindu  

Carrying on a long legacy from the time of the British rule, the friendly and hospitable Saurashtrians finally experienced a dream come true when Jaydev Unadkat lifted the Ranji Trophy for the first time by beating Bengal at home here on March 13. After the erstwhile Nawanagar won the Ranji Trophy — which was named after the legendary Ranjitsinhji of …

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Jaydev Unadkat's fearless captaincy, newcomers chipping in highlights of Saurashtra's title win
5 years ago

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Jaydev Unadkat's fearless captaincy, newcomers chipping in highlights of Saurashtra's title win

Firstpost  

Saurashtra had become a force to reckon with over the past 10 years and the final that they won on Friday was their fourth in eight season Rajkot: The inspirational leadership of Jaydev Unadkat coupled with the fearless attitude that past teams did not possess and the lesser-known players turning into game-changers resulted in Saurashtra laying their hands on the …

Ranji Trophy: Dream comes true for Saurashtra
5 years ago

Ranji Trophy: Dream comes true for Saurashtra

The Hindu  

Carrying on a long legacy from the time of the British rule, the friendly and hospitable Saurashtrians finally experienced a dream come true when Jaydev Unadkat lifted the maiden Ranji Trophy by beating Bengal at home. For former Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Niranjan Shah – who has been associated with SCA administration for nearly five decades, …

Ranji Trophy Final: Saurashtra, Bengal share honours on Day one
5 years ago

Ranji Trophy Final: Saurashtra, Bengal share honours on Day one

The Hindu  

Day 1 Highlights: Follow day two's play LIVE here on our blog. Fifty up for Saurashtra | Harvik Desai and Avi Barot bring up the fifty for Saurashtra and have given the home side a fine start. | Harvik Desai and Avi Barot bring up the fifty for Saurashtra and have given the home side a fine start. Our correspondent …

Ranji Trophy final: Wriddhiman Saha impressed by Bengal
5 years ago

Ranji Trophy final: Wriddhiman Saha impressed by Bengal

The Hindu  

Wriddhiman Saha, whose first Ranji Trophy match of the season will be the title clash, is impressed by Bengal’s teamwork. Asked who had the X-factor in the present Bengal side, which reached the summit clash after 13 years, Saha said, “Everyone has the X-factor.” Saha, who played his last competitive match in mid-February, a three-day warm-up match in Hamilton, is …

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

Saurashtra poised for Ranji Trophy glory at home against Bengal
5 years ago

Saurashtra poised for Ranji Trophy glory at home against Bengal

India TV News  

Saurashtra, led by the inspirational Jaydev Unadkat, will back themselves to win an elusive Ranji Trophy title at home but a buoyant Bengal will be no pushovers in what promises to be an absorbing final beginning here on Monday. There will also be star power on display with Test regulars Cheteshwar Pujara and Wriddhiman Saha joining the Saurashtra and Bengal …

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

Ranji Trophy: Pujara boost for Saurashtra in final against Bengal
5 years ago

Ranji Trophy: Pujara boost for Saurashtra in final against Bengal

The Hindu  

As Saurashtra gears up for a Ranji Trophy final against Bengal, starting next Monday, it will be bolstered by the presence of Cheteshwar Pujara. However, Saurashtra captain, Jaydev Unadkat, confirmed that Pujara -- who was part of the Test team during India's tour of New Zealand -- will be available for the big game. “I am sure he would be …

Ranji Trophy semifinals, Day Four: Saurashtra in command after Arpit Vasavada ton
5 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy semifinals, Day Four: Saurashtra in command after Arpit Vasavada ton

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar 's live coverage of the fourth day of the two semifinal contests. Saurashtra vs Gujarat | A full delivery on a middle-stump line from Nagwaswalla; Arpit Vasavada shows the full face of the bat and sweetly on-drives for a boundary. Saurashtra vs Gujarat | Vasavada plays a cut off a short delivery, outside off stump, and the …

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Sheldon Jackson scores century as Saurashtra take control on Day 2 of semi-final against Gujarat
5 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Sheldon Jackson scores century as Saurashtra take control on Day 2 of semi-final against Gujarat

Firstpost  

Jackson’s knock of 103 helped Saurashtra post 304 and then the home team bowlers wreaked havoc on Gujarat’s batting line-up to reduce them to 119 for six Rajkot: Sheldon Jackson struck a gritty hundred before the bowlers shone as Saurashtra gained the upper hand on the second day of their Ranji Trophy semifinal against Gujarat on Sunday. Jackson’s knock of …

Ranji Trophy semifinal | Left is right as Saurashtra takes control
5 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy semifinal | Left is right as Saurashtra takes control

The Hindu  

Left-arm bowlers helped Saurashtra have Gujarat on the mat on the second day of the Ranji Trophy semifinals. Nagwaswalla then ensured the tail didn’t wag before left-arm spinner Axar Patel wound up the innings with Parthiv latching on to a difficult chance soon after lunch. Cartwheeling While Jaydev Unadkat trapped Priyank Panchal in front — a decision that was not …

Ranji Trophy semifinal: Jackson, bowlers give Saurashtra control
5 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy semifinal: Jackson, bowlers give Saurashtra control

The Hindu  

The cricketers from Gujarat and Saurashtra have a lot in common -- apart from speaking the same language, most of them are friends off the field. And after a rather ‘bore us cricket’ by Gujarat -- as aptly put by Saurashtra batsman Sheldon Jackson -- on the first day, the home team came up with spirited show and went for …

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Flat deck awaits Gujarat, Saurashtra in semis
5 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Flat deck awaits Gujarat, Saurashtra in semis

The Hindu  

If you are in this part of the world now, wearing sunglasses and staying hydrated is a must. As the cricketers from Saurashtra and Gujarat braved the heat and hit the nets at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday morning, their idea was simple — stay focussed and keep your cool! With its captain Jaydev Unadkat leading from the …

Ranji Trophy: Andhra lost patience, Saurashtra keen to bat long
5 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy: Andhra lost patience, Saurashtra keen to bat long

The Hindu  

Saurashtra captain Jaydev Unadkat wants his batsmen to bat for the most part of Day 4 to leave no loose ends in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Andhra at the CSR Sharma College Ground in Ongole. The right-hander put up a mature show against a disciplined Saurashtra bowling attack by staying on the wicket for 55.5 overs. I lost a …

Ranji Trophy: Andhra vs Saurashtra quarterfinal - K.S. Bharat interview
5 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy: Andhra vs Saurashtra quarterfinal - K.S. Bharat interview

The Hindu  

With the increasing number of wicketkeeper-batsmen in India today, it is hard to gauge as to who is whose understudy. In the race comprising Sanju Samson, Rishabh Pant, Ishan Kishan and senior pro Wriddhiman Saha, Andhra boy K.S. On the eve of the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal, when his team went back to the hotel post lunch, he still hung around …

Ranji Trophy: Back with a ton, Samarth means business
5 years, 1 month ago

Ranji Trophy: Back with a ton, Samarth means business

The Hindu  

Karnataka’s long wait for a centurion this Ranji Trophy season ended at the KSCA Navule Stadium on Tuesday. It’s important to not focus on the previous ball.” This Ranji Trophy season has been a test of Samarth’s character. READ: Samarth, Siddharth shine against Madhya Pradesh “Nothing changed,” he said. I think it just came and hopefully it continues.” Batting was …

Ranji Trophy: Karnataka, Saurashtra resume rivalry
5 years, 2 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Karnataka, Saurashtra resume rivalry

The Hindu  

Karnataka faces a familiar and tricky foe in Saurashtra, in a Ranji Trophy outing which commences at Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Ground here on Saturday. Emotions ran high when Saurashtra batting mainstay Cheteshwar Pujara was declared not-out on a couple of occasions even as rival players were convinced that he had edged the ball. A season earlier, in a group-stage game, …

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