'Seems only you and I are looking at him as all-rounder': Former India cricketers baffled at Iyer not bowling in 1st ODI
3 years, 2 months ago

'Seems only you and I are looking at him as all-rounder': Former India cricketers baffled at Iyer not bowling in 1st ODI

Hindustan Times  

Team India made a return to ODIs after over six months as they took on South Africa in the first match of the three-game series in Paarl on Wednesday. The first ODI also marked India's first white-ball outing since Virat Kohli was succeeded by Rohit Sharma as the full-time captain in the format; however, KL Rahul is leading the team as Rohit continues to recover from a hamstring injury. In the first ODI at Paarl, India took the field with six bowling options including debutant Venkatesh Iyer, who made his maiden international appearance in a T20I against New Zealand in November. The decision by Rahul was met with criticism from former Indian cricketers Gautam Gambhir and Aakash Chopra, who wondered whether the team management sees Iyer as an all-rounder. In reply, Chopra said, “I don't know, it seems only you and I are looking at him that way.” Chopra further cited Iyer's appearances in the three-match T20I series against New Zealand where he wasn't given the ball in the first two games.

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Rohit Sharma bluntly told 'It's high time', but Sehwag loses all hope after GT debacle
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Rohit Sharma bluntly told 'It's high time', but Sehwag loses all hope after GT debacle

Hindustan Times  

Former India batter Manoj Tiwary questioned Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma's form after the right-handed batter once again got out for a single-digit score. In the match against Gujarat Titans, Rohit Sharma scored two boundaries in the first three balls of the Mumbai Indians' innings. Look, it's high time Rohit Sharma got back among the runs. 'Isn't it too late' Former …

Ponting heaps praise on Iyer after PBKS begin IPL 2025 with win: 'You were the one that changed the game'
2 days, 15 hours ago

Ponting heaps praise on Iyer after PBKS begin IPL 2025 with win: 'You were the one that changed the game'

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After reuniting with head coach Ricky Ponting, Shreyas Iyer got his tenure as Punjab Kings captain off to a ideal start with an 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer celebrates with teammates following their 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans in their Indian Premier League match in Ahmedabad. After leading Kolkata Knight Riders …

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could play India A games in England ahead of five-Test series
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Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could play India A games in England ahead of five-Test series

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were among several high-profile cricketers playing in the Ranji Trophy in the immediate aftermath of their disastrous tour of Australia, and could be asked to play at least one of India A’s matches against England Lions that get underway on 30 May. India’s international run in the 2023-24 season, which included Test series losses against …

Vijaykumar Vyshak reacts to Arshdeep's viral video: Happy that he had confidence in me
3 days, 6 hours ago

Vijaykumar Vyshak reacts to Arshdeep's viral video: Happy that he had confidence in me

India Today  

Karnataka and Punjab Kings fast bowler Vijaykumar Vyshak recently opened up on the viral video of Arshdeep Singh asking PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer to bring him as an impact player. Vijaykumar was brought in as an impact player against Gujarat Titans after the 13th over of the game as GT required 91 runs to win from seven overs, having eight …

Shreyas Iyer is the best Indian batter for attacking spinners: Aakash Chopra
4 days, 6 hours ago

Shreyas Iyer is the best Indian batter for attacking spinners: Aakash Chopra

India Today  

Former India cricketer turned commentator Aakash Chopra has showered massive praise on Shreyas Iyer, calling him the best batter against spinners. During his innings, Iyer didn’t even spare premier spinner Rashid Khan, smashing him for two sixes and also took on R Sai Kishore, smacking two maximums against him as well. Following his knock, Aakash Chopra was left in awe …

Keep scratching my head thinking Shreyas Iyer's not in Indian T20I team: Vaughan
4 days, 6 hours ago

Keep scratching my head thinking Shreyas Iyer's not in Indian T20I team: Vaughan

India Today  

Former England captain Michael Vaughan said that Shreyas Iyer’s absence in the Indian T20I team makes him scratch his head. Iyer began his Indian Premier League 2025 campaign off to a great start as he scored a breathtaking 97*, smashing five fours and nine sixes againstthe Gujarat Titans. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule Michael Vaughan …

Shreyas Iyer reveals his preferred batting position ahead of IPL
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Shreyas Iyer reveals his preferred batting position ahead of IPL

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: He fought perceptions about a so-called technical shortcoming, was "typecast", and had his contract torn up within months of being a World Cup hero but Shreyas Iyer was indefatigable through it all, trusting his sincerity and uncomplicated mind to steer him through. The 30-year-old has built himself into one of India's most consistent number four batters in recent …

‘Never doubt Rohit Sharma’: Netizens laud Indian captain after winning Champions Trophy 2025
2 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Never doubt Rohit Sharma’: Netizens laud Indian captain after winning Champions Trophy 2025

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma led India won second straight ICC event on Sunday as they defeated New Zealand in the finals of Champions Trophy 2025 to win the match. After the win, netizens were all praises for Indian captain Rohit Sharma going to the extent of calling him a ‘true gem’ and cheering when he decided to not retire after final clash. …

India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Here’s what you missed from yesterday’s match in Dubai
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India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Here’s what you missed from yesterday’s match in Dubai

Live Mint  

Skipper Rohit Sharma led from the front with an excellent half-century as a resolute India held their nerve to win an unprecedented third Champions Trophy title with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final on Sunday in Dubai. Bowling first after Rohit lost his 12th straight toss, India's spinners restricted New Zealand to 251/7 in the allotted 50 …

India win third Champions Trophy title as Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer rise to the occasion against New Zealand
2 weeks, 6 days ago

India win third Champions Trophy title as Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer rise to the occasion against New Zealand

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma finally produced an innings of note after a series of starts, posting 76 with Shreyas Iyer rescuing India from a wobble with a fine 48 as India defeated New Zealand by four wickets after being set a competitive 252 to win at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. India captain Rohit Sharma got India off to an …

IND vs NZ: Rohit Sharma explains why he did not change template despite criticism
3 weeks ago

IND vs NZ: Rohit Sharma explains why he did not change template despite criticism

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma won the Player of the Match award in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy. Rohit played a stroke-filled 76-run knock off 83 balls, which set up India's gritty chase of 252 runs against New Zealand. India vs New Zealand Final: Updates | Scorecard Rohit explained that the aggressive template was not natural to him, but …

KL Rahul at number 6 is great for the team: India batting coach praises batter
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KL Rahul at number 6 is great for the team: India batting coach praises batter

India Today  

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak believes the team has found a dependable and effective No. 6 batter in KL Rahul, praising him as a crucial element ahead of India's Champions Trophy Final against New Zealand on March 9. Rahul, India's first-choice wicketkeeper-batter in the tournament, has embraced his middle-order role, delivering vital contributions that could be instrumental against the Black …

The 219-strike rate shot: How Axar Patel’s sweep turns games
3 weeks, 1 day ago

The 219-strike rate shot: How Axar Patel’s sweep turns games

The Hindu  

Aiden Markram tossed one up, Axar Patel planted his front foot, and with a clean swing, sent the ball soaring over deep midwicket. In that one moment, India’s innings in the 2024 T20 World Cup final turned a corner. Much like in the T20 World Cup final, Axar’s decision to sweep wasn’t instinctive—it was calculated. The Gambhir Factor: Axar’s Rise …

Rohit hails Kohli after match-winning knock in Champions Trophy semi-final: 'He has done it for us for so many years'
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Rohit hails Kohli after match-winning knock in Champions Trophy semi-final: 'He has done it for us for so many years'

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli dished out a superb 84 off 98 balls as India recovered from a shaky start to defeat Australia by six wickets and confirm their place in the final of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy. AP Captain Rohit Sharma credited the Indian team for their “very clinical” batting performance following their four-wicket victory over Australia in their Champions Trophy …

Shreyas Iyer's importance in middle-order outlined by ex-IND no 4 batter: ‘We don’t talk about him enough’
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Shreyas Iyer's importance in middle-order outlined by ex-IND no 4 batter: ‘We don’t talk about him enough’

Hindustan Times  

Shreyas Iyer has once again become an undroppable part of the ODI setup after a consistent show in recent matches. The stylish batter made his return to the Indian team with England ODIs, and since then, he has managed to breach the 50-run mark on four occasions in six matches. Shreyas held one end when India lost their top order …

"After BGT 2023-24, my batting improved": Axar Patel after Champions Trophy clash against New Zealand
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

"After BGT 2023-24, my batting improved": Axar Patel after Champions Trophy clash against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, : After registering a win over New Zealand in the last group stage match of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at Dubai on Sunday, star India all-rounder Axar Patel reflected that his batting performance in 2023-24 Border-Gavaskar Trophy has helped him improve in the batting. "After BGT 2023-24, my batting improved": Axar Patel after Champions Trophy clash against …

Axar Patel relishing promoted batting role: Can do well with confidence
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Axar Patel relishing promoted batting role: Can do well with confidence

India Today  

India all-rounder Axar Patel believes that his new batting position in the lineup has significantly boosted his confidence, helping him play with greater freedom. Speaking to the media after the match, Axar highlighted how batting higher up the order has allowed him to approach his innings with more confidence, adapting to the team's needs rather than playing under pressure in …

Shreyas Iyer should finally get the attention he deserves: Robin Uthappa
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Shreyas Iyer should finally get the attention he deserves: Robin Uthappa

India Today  

Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa said that Shreyas Iyer needs to get his much-deserved attention after his brilliant innings of 79 vs New Zealandon Sunday, March 2 in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Champions Trophy 2025: India vs New Zealand Updates “Not just the fact that he scored runs under pressure, but the way he did, the way he managed …

Rohit Sharma shoos away Dinesh Karthik for toss curse during IND vs NZ Champions Trophy clash
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Rohit Sharma shoos away Dinesh Karthik for toss curse during IND vs NZ Champions Trophy clash

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma hilariously jokingly shooed away former teammate Dinesh Karthik after the India captain lost his 10th consecutive coin toss just before their final group game against New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday in Dubai. In a hilarious video that went viral, Rohit Sharma was caught shooing away Dinesh Karthik using hand gestures while New Zealand's …

Watch: Virat Kohli mimics Shreyas Iyer's fielding blunder in hilarious moment
4 weeks ago

Watch: Virat Kohli mimics Shreyas Iyer's fielding blunder in hilarious moment

India Today  

Virat Kohli kept the mood light on the field even as India made a few fielding errors while defending 249 against New Zealand in their final Group A match of the Champions Trophy 2025. Kohli had fans in stitches when he mimicked Shreyas Iyer's fielding blunder during the chase. India struggled to match New Zealand's intensity in the field, despite …

Rahul Sharma dismisses SA legends Amla, Kallis to pick star-studded hat-trick in IML, Yuvraj Singh narrowly misses
4 weeks ago

Rahul Sharma dismisses SA legends Amla, Kallis to pick star-studded hat-trick in IML, Yuvraj Singh narrowly misses

Hindustan Times  

Rahul Sharma is a known name among Indian cricket fans. In the final two delivery, he took two wickets, first removing Philander for a seven-ball duck and then dismissing Dane Vilas. In the fifth over when India were still hunting for the first South African wicket, skipper Sachin Tendulkar decided to send Rahul in a brilliant tactical move. Full video …

Champions Trophy 2025: India bowlers unlikely to operate for 10 overs against New Zealand to remain fresh for Tuesday’s semifinal
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: India bowlers unlikely to operate for 10 overs against New Zealand to remain fresh for Tuesday’s semifinal

The Hindu  

Ahead of the final group game against New Zealand, India trained for close to three hours at the ICC Academy on Friday with the team opting to rest on the eve of the match. India has had a week-long break since its match against Pakistan last Sunday but will have two games in three days as the Men in Blue …

Rahul Dravid turns back clock, dons cricket hat again in KSCA III Division
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Rahul Dravid turns back clock, dons cricket hat again in KSCA III Division

New Indian Express  

With the top two teams set to qualify for knockouts, Vijaya CC were looking for a crucial win and Dravid did not take it lightly. Then they got the prize wicket of the captain Gopinath Saandra N. That is the thing that makes him a gentleman of cricket, even today," explained Pradhan Kumar, who is the president of the Association …

IND vs BAN: Rohit Sharma robs Axar Patel a hattrick with dropped catch, watch India captain’s reaction in anger in Dubai
1 month, 1 week ago

IND vs BAN: Rohit Sharma robs Axar Patel a hattrick with dropped catch, watch India captain’s reaction in anger in Dubai

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma dropped a sitter at the slips to rob Axar Patel a memorable hattrick against Bangladesh in their Group A clash in Dubai on Thursday. Had Rohit Sharma taken the catch, Axar Patel could have become only the second bowler in the history of the tournament to achieve the feat after West Indies' Jerome Taylor in 2006. owling his …

'Don't think KL Rahul is the guy...': Pietersen tells Gambhir, ignores Harshit Rana from India's Champions Trophy XI
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Don't think KL Rahul is the guy...': Pietersen tells Gambhir, ignores Harshit Rana from India's Champions Trophy XI

Hindustan Times  

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen sent a message to India head coach Gautam Gambhir to keep wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul at No. Kevin Pietersen has his say on India's Champions Trophy playing XI The Indian team management was criticised during the first two matches of the recently concluded home ODI series against England after Axar Patel was sent to bat at …

Gambhir’s tactical shift: The left-handed middle-order and KL Rahul’s changing role
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Gambhir’s tactical shift: The left-handed middle-order and KL Rahul’s changing role

The Hindu  

When KL Rahul strode to the middle after Shubman Gill’s dismissal in the third One-Day International against England in Ahmedabad on Wednesday, it seemed India had finally realised the obvious. India’s Axar Patel in action during the 3rd and Final ODI Cricket match between India and England at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Though early attempts at this strategy faltered— …

How Shreyas Iyer countered his short-ball weakness, reveals former batting coach
1 month, 2 weeks ago

How Shreyas Iyer countered his short-ball weakness, reveals former batting coach

India Today  

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar recently revealed how Shreyas Iyer countered his short-ball weakness in the ODI series against England. Following his marvellous performance against England, Sanjay Bangar dissected Iyer’s plan to counter his short-ball weakness and mentioned how he’s now playing them from deep inside his crease. India vs England, 3rd ODI: Highlights “Try and hit every short …

Rohit Sharma is selfless, he has led India's ODI transformation: R Ashwin
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma is selfless, he has led India's ODI transformation: R Ashwin

India Today  

World Cup-winning former India spinner R. Ashwin has said he is a big fan of Rohit Sharma's selfless approach in one-day internationals, praising the India captain for setting an example for the rest of the team in the 50-over format. Rohit Sharma smashed 119 off just 90 deliveries in India's successful chase of 305 against England in Cuttack, ending a …

IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Gambhir lauds Gill, emphasises importance of backing young players
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Gambhir lauds Gill, emphasises importance of backing young players

The Hindu  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir praised Shubman Gill and emphasised the need to back young players after the 25-year-old’s century laid the foundation for India to beat England by 142 runs in the third One-Day International in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. Imagine what can happen in the next couple of years if we keep backing him, and keep backing a lot …

Shreyas Iyer continues to own no 4 spot, hammers 64-ball 78 vs England in 3rd ODI
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shreyas Iyer continues to own no 4 spot, hammers 64-ball 78 vs England in 3rd ODI

India Today  

Star India batter Shreyas Iyer continued to own the number four spot in ODIs as he scored a brilliant half-century during the third match against England on Wednesday, February 12 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI Live From there on, Iyer got into the groove and began taking on bowlers, putting his aggressive strokeplay on display. …

Rohit's ability to stay consistent in ODIs questioned after masterful ton: 'Kohli knows how physically draining...'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rohit's ability to stay consistent in ODIs questioned after masterful ton: 'Kohli knows how physically draining...'

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma was hardly able to buy a run throughout the 2024/25 Test season, in which he averaged a woeful 10.93 in as many as 15 innings. However, former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has questioned if the 37-year-old India captain has the fitness to play innings like these consistently going forward. India's captain Rohit Sharma reacts after his …

Why is KL Rahul batting at No.6? Former selector left baffled by Gambhir's strategy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why is KL Rahul batting at No.6? Former selector left baffled by Gambhir's strategy

India Today  

India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul struggled in the ongoing ODI series against England. Rahul's recent struggles have baffled a former selector, who has lambasted head coach Gautam Gambhir for Rahul's recent form. While KL Rahul's demotion in the line-up has worked against the batter, India has benefited overall, as Axar Patel has played two excellent knocks, guiding India to a series …

Rohit Sharma explains his approach during match-winning century in Cuttack ODI: 'I broke it down to pieces'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma explains his approach during match-winning century in Cuttack ODI: 'I broke it down to pieces'

Firstpost  

India captain Rohit Sharma silenced his critics in style on Sunday with a knock of 119 off 90 balls, returning to form after a lean patch that lasted months, helping the Men in Blue clinch the three-match ODI series with a four-wicket victory at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. India captain Rohit Sharma raises his bat in celebration after completing …

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Captain's Knock! Rohit Sharma Shuts Down Critics With 32nd ODI Century
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Captain's Knock! Rohit Sharma Shuts Down Critics With 32nd ODI Century

ABP News  

India captain Rohit Sharma delivered a captain's knock in Cuttack on Sunday, silencing his critics with a fiery century in India vs England 2nd ODI. Captain Rohit Sharma brought up his 32nd ODI century in style, smashing a six off Adil Rashid in the 26th over. Fastest ODI Centuries by Rohit Sharma : 63 balls – vs Afghanistan, Delhi 76 …

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI Highlights: India win by 4 wickets to clinch series victory against England
1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI Highlights: India win by 4 wickets to clinch series victory against England

Firstpost  

India vs England 2nd ODI Highlights: India secured a 4-wicket victory over England in the second ODI at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Earlier, England posted 304 in 49.5 overs, with Joe Root and Ben Duckett anchoring the innings, but Ravindra Jadeja’s 3/35 helped India restrict the visitors. India vs England …

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit's Lean Run, Fit-Again Kohli In Focus As India Eye Series Win Over England
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit's Lean Run, Fit-Again Kohli In Focus As India Eye Series Win Over England

ABP News  

The barren run of skipper Rohit Sharma and the selection conundrum that a fit-again Virat Kohli’s return poses are the towering obstacles in India's quest for a series win against England in the second ODI here on Sunday. India had taken a 1-0 lead after their four-wicket win at Nagpur and there was good news for the fans as batting …

Ravichandran Ashwin reacts to Rohit Sharma's poor form; expects critics to stop when India captain performs
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ravichandran Ashwin reacts to Rohit Sharma's poor form; expects critics to stop when India captain performs

India TV News  

India captain Rohit Sharma is facing a slump in form. Later, he flopped on his Ranji Trophy return and in the first ODI against England, Rohit scored only two. His form is a matter of huge concern for India ahead of the Champions Trophy and the remaining two matches against England will be a good platform for the 37-year-old to …

India batting coach defends Rohit Sharma amidst poor form: Just a lean patch
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India batting coach defends Rohit Sharma amidst poor form: Just a lean patch

India Today  

Rohit Sharma might have scored just 166 runs in the last 16 innings, but that is not a cause for concern, said India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak. Speaking about the India captain, batting coach Sitanshu Kotak said that there was no problem with Rohit's batting in white-ball cricket, as he had scored runs in India's previous ODI series against Sri …

Rohit Sharma announces return to form with thunderous 119, helps India chase down 304, clinch series
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma announces return to form with thunderous 119, helps India chase down 304, clinch series

Times of India  

CUTTACK: For the crowd it was a moment to celebrate but for the India skipper it was a moment of relief when he got the monkey off his back. Dancing down the track to hit Adil Rashid effortlessly over long-off for a six to bring up his 32nd ODI hundred, the Hitman just had a customary look at his batting …

Iyer selection call exposes loose ends in India’s strategy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Iyer selection call exposes loose ends in India’s strategy

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: One man’s misfortune is another man’s opportunity and nowhere is this more apparent than in sport. When Virat Kohli was ruled out of the first ODI against England on Thursday, Shreyas Iyer grabbed the chance and hit a brilliant, attacking 59 to turn the match in India’s favour. Besides Indian selectors have largely retained the performers from the 2023 …

Shreyas Iyer re-establishes his ODI credentials with swashbuckling fifty, but his spot in India's playing XI remains in question
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shreyas Iyer re-establishes his ODI credentials with swashbuckling fifty, but his spot in India's playing XI remains in question

Firstpost  

Returning to international cricket after a gap of six month, Shreyas Iyer played an impactful quick-fire fifty as India defeated England in the first ODI at Nagpur. And then hurried back to my room, went off to sleep straightaway.” And when the opportunity arrived, Iyer grabbed it with both hands, delivering a game-changing counter-attacking knock that not only secured India’s …

Yashasvi Jaiswal to open India’s batting at Champions Trophy 2025? Shreyas Iyer’s night movie story with embedded clue
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal to open India’s batting at Champions Trophy 2025? Shreyas Iyer’s night movie story with embedded clue

Live Mint  

Shreyas Iyer dropped a massive hint on India's plans for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with his night movie story following the Men in Blue's comfortable win over England in the first ODI in Nagpur on Thursday. The right-hander's comments give a massive hint at India's batting order in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with the ongoing ODI series being …

'How could you bench Shreyas Iyer? Surely Gill wasn't...': Gambhir, Rohit burned as Champions Trophy plan laid bare
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'How could you bench Shreyas Iyer? Surely Gill wasn't...': Gambhir, Rohit burned as Champions Trophy plan laid bare

Hindustan Times  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma was fumed at after Shreyas Iyer's shocking revelation following the end of the Nagpur opener against England on Thursday. Shreyas Iyer's revelation left experts shocked Speaking to the broadcasters after India's four-wicket win at the VCA Stadium, where Iyer played a counter-attacking knock to spark the team's come back after a …

Shreyas Iyer makes a case for himself, again
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shreyas Iyer makes a case for himself, again

New Indian Express  

CUTTACK: On the eve of the first ODI against England, some of the Indian batters were having a hit at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur. That is when, wearing a full-sleeve training jersey and a blue floppy hat, Shreyas Iyer walked in. He would go on to take slip catches alongside Rishabh Pant, shadow bat behind Rohit Sharma while he …

Shreyas Iyer's confidence set the tone for India's win in Nagpur ODI: Zaheer Khan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shreyas Iyer's confidence set the tone for India's win in Nagpur ODI: Zaheer Khan

India Today  

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan showered praise on Shreyas Iyer for his confident and match-defining innings in India’s ODI series opener against England in Nagpur. It was Shubman Gill’s composed 87-run innings and Shreyas Iyer’s attacking 59 off just 36 balls that revived India’s innings and ensured a comfortable win. Speaking to Cricbuzz, Zaheer Khan lauded Shreyas for his self-belief, …

India vs England: Iyer blitz, Gill’s poise guide hosts to easy win
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India vs England: Iyer blitz, Gill’s poise guide hosts to easy win

Hindustan Times  

Nagpur: Starved of an ODI for six years and having had only three international matches across formats in the interim, for the 44,900 spectators this match was about coming out to celebrate an Indian win. Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer added 94 runs for the third wicket to lay the foundation of India’s four-wicket win on Thursday. With India in …

‘Ab toh sharam kar le Rohit Sharma’: Fans call for India captain’s retirement after flop show during IND vs ENG 1st ODI
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Ab toh sharam kar le Rohit Sharma’: Fans call for India captain’s retirement after flop show during IND vs ENG 1st ODI

Live Mint  

Calls for Rohit Sharma retirement got louder after the Indian captain managed just two runs off seven balls in the first ODI against England in Nagpur on Thursday. Rohit Sharma's early dismissal led to a social media furore as the fans vented their frustration and called for the Indian skipper's retirement. Watch how fans reacted to Rohit's dismissal Despite Rohit …

India vs England 1st ODI Highlights: Gill, Axar and Iyer knocks take IND to comfortable win in Nagpur
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India vs England 1st ODI Highlights: Gill, Axar and Iyer knocks take IND to comfortable win in Nagpur

Hindustan Times  

India vs England 1st ODI Highlights: Shubman Gill missed out on a century but his knocks, along with those of Axar Patel and Shreyas Iyer helped India hand England a drubbing in the first ODI in Nagpur. Gill cruised past his 14th ODI half-century in just 60 balls while Axar simply continued where Shreyas Iyer left off after the latter …

Abhishek Sharma's whirlwind 135 rated above Virat Kohli's 82-run epic against Pakistan: 'If anyone's played better...'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Abhishek Sharma's whirlwind 135 rated above Virat Kohli's 82-run epic against Pakistan: 'If anyone's played better...'

Hindustan Times  

Young Abhishek Sharma captured the world's attention with his breathtaking innings of 135 against England in the 5th T20I against England at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium, but is it the greatest T20I knock of all time? In fact, Vaughan has ranked Abhishek's century among the greatest innings ever played, placing it alongside those of the game's most legendary figures – a …

Batting is his first love, Abhishek Sharma needs to work more on bowling: Harbhajan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Batting is his first love, Abhishek Sharma needs to work more on bowling: Harbhajan

India Today  

World Cup-winning former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed his desire to see Abhishek Sharma focus more on his bowling. The former cricketer believes Abhishek possesses the potential of a full-time left-arm spinner, and enhancing his bowling skills will enable him to contribute to the team in multiple ways. Harbhajan’s comments came after Abhishek Sharma smashed India’s second-fastest T20I century, …

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