Ravi Shastri all praise for 'great' Rohit Sharma, 'flamboyant' Hardik Pandya ahead of World Cup semi-final
5 years, 6 months ago

Ravi Shastri all praise for 'great' Rohit Sharma, 'flamboyant' Hardik Pandya ahead of World Cup semi-final

India TV News  

Team India coach Ravi Shastri lavished praise on opener Rohit Sharma and all-rounder Hardik Pandya ahead of India's 2019 World Cup semi-final clash against New Zealand in Manchester on Tuesday. Rohit took the World Cup by storm since Day 1, scoring 122 not out against South Africa in India's opening game. If he chooses a tournament like the World Cup to get that form in, as a coach, I will take it," Ravi Shastri told the Cricket World Cup. Pandya has consistently bowled 10 overs in this World Cup, thus, allowing India to go with the extra batter and Shastri feels having someone of Pandya's calibre is a massive help.

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From Hardik Pandya’s fitness to Jasprit Bumrah’s vice-captaincy - talking points ahead of India squad selection for Champions Trophy
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From Hardik Pandya’s fitness to Jasprit Bumrah’s vice-captaincy - talking points ahead of India squad selection for Champions Trophy

The Hindu  

The hardcore Indian cricket fans may still be coming to terms with a prolonged season of Test cricket that eventually turned out to be a bitter pill to swallow. But the team management and the national selection panel have started planning for the next big test that’s lying ahead of the men’s cricket team, albeit in a different format. In …

Hardik Pandya set to lead team India in Champions Trophy 2025!
6 days, 18 hours ago

Hardik Pandya set to lead team India in Champions Trophy 2025!

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India's star all-rounder Hardik Pandya is reportedly set to replace Rohit Sharma as the ODI captain. According to a media report, Hardik Pandya is the front-runner to replace Rohit Sharma in the leadership role ahead of the all important ICC Champions Trophy. Moreover, India legends including Gavaskar and Ravi Shastri termed Melbourne Test as the final red-ball match in …

Hardik Pandya to lead India in Champions Trophy 2025 if BCCI removes Rohit Sharma as captain: Report
1 week ago

Hardik Pandya to lead India in Champions Trophy 2025 if BCCI removes Rohit Sharma as captain: Report

Hindustan Times  

It wasn't a great end to 2024 for Rohit Sharma, and it hasn't been a great start to 2025, either. With Rohit yet to clarify his future in the format, the speculations further opened doors for BCCI's selection committee to discuss leadership options for the impending ICC Champions Trophy. India's Hardik Pandya, left, celebrates with captain Rohit Sharma during T20 …

Bold call from Rohit Sharma to rest himself for Sydney Test: Ravi Shastri
1 week ago

Bold call from Rohit Sharma to rest himself for Sydney Test: Ravi Shastri

India Today  

India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that it was a bold call by Rohit Sharma to rest himself for the final Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Bumrah told Shastri that Rohit was an unselfish captain and had opted to rest himself so that India could field their best line-up for the SCG Test. The former India head coach said …

Rohit Sharma deserved more respect, captain should never be dropped: Navjot Sidhu
1 week ago

Rohit Sharma deserved more respect, captain should never be dropped: Navjot Sidhu

India Today  

Former Indian cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu voiced his disapproval of skipper Rohit Sharma’s exclusion from the pivotal Sydney Test against Australia in a fiery video shared on his official X handle. Sidhu criticized the Indian team management’s decision, emphasising that a player of Rohit’s stature and contribution deserved greater respect, especially in a series-deciding Border-Gavaskar Trophy finale. The SCG Test …

'Rohit Sharma has to make a call': Ravi Shastri feels India captain has to think about his future
1 week, 4 days ago

'Rohit Sharma has to make a call': Ravi Shastri feels India captain has to think about his future

India TV News  

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that Virat Kohli has three to four years of cricket left in him but captain Rohit Sharma has to make a call on his future after the end of the Border-Gavaskar series. So, it's his call at the end of the series," Shastri said on Kohli. Meanwhile, Shastri also opened up on Rohit's …

Rohit Sharma backs modern-day great Virat Kohli, tight-lipped about his batting order
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma backs modern-day great Virat Kohli, tight-lipped about his batting order

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma was in a playful mood as he addressed the press conference on Christmas Eve in Melbourne. Discussing his form and the team's plans for the much-anticipated Boxing Day Test, Rohit was at his inimitable best, fielding questions from reporters with enthusiasm. When asked if he had spoken to Virat Kohli about his much-discussed weakness with deliveries …

Rohit Sharma backs modern-day great Virat Kohli, tight-lipped about his batting order
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma backs modern-day great Virat Kohli, tight-lipped about his batting order

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma was in a playful mood as he addressed the press conference on Christmas Eve in Melbourne. Discussing his form and the team's plans for the much-anticipated Boxing Day Test, Rohit was at his inimitable best, fielding questions from reporters with enthusiasm. When asked if he had spoken to Virat Kohli about his much-discussed weakness with deliveries …

Rohit should change his tactics, be more attacking batting at No. 6: Ravi Shastri
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Rohit should change his tactics, be more attacking batting at No. 6: Ravi Shastri

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: With skipper Rohit Sharma struggling to decipher a way to score runs in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, former India coach Ravi Shastri says the stylish batter should go in with a clear mindset, change his tactics, and attack the bowlers. "I would like to see Rohit Sharma, his tactics change a bit because he can still be extremely dangerous at …

Ravi Shastri reacts to Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and team’s follow-on celebration: ‘Required a lot of character’
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Ravi Shastri reacts to Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and team’s follow-on celebration: ‘Required a lot of character’

Live Mint  

India’s valiant effort to avoid the follow-on in the third Test against Australia in Brisbane has not only sparked celebrations but also boosted the team's morale heading into the high-pressure Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Former Indian coach Ravi Shastri has shared his thoughts on the key moments that shaped India’s resilience and how it has set …

Shastri's strong reaction to Kohli, Rohit and co's celebrations after avoiding follow-on: 'It showed that they knew...'
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Shastri's strong reaction to Kohli, Rohit and co's celebrations after avoiding follow-on: 'It showed that they knew...'

Hindustan Times  

India’s resilience on the final day of the third Test against Australia in Brisbane has also given the team a psychological boost ahead of the high-pressure Boxing Day Test at the MCG. Reflecting on India’s remarkable effort to avoid the follow-on, former coach Ravi Shastri spoke in detail about Indian tailender's fight in the first innings of the third Test. …

'Bumrah did most things right, but others...': Ravi Shastri slams India bowlers for 'make it hard' for Rohit Sharma
3 weeks, 4 days ago

'Bumrah did most things right, but others...': Ravi Shastri slams India bowlers for 'make it hard' for Rohit Sharma

Hindustan Times  

Ravi Shastri has expressed concern over the inconsistency of India’s bowling attack in the ongoing third Test against Australia at the Gabba, questioning whether the rest of the bowlers can execute their plans with the same precision as Jasprit Bumrah. After an intense Day 2 on Sunday, where Australia posted a commanding 405/7, Bumrah’s brilliant 5-wicket haul stood out as …

Rohit Sharma's struggles with bat only matched by confusing captaincy: Ian Chappell
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Rohit Sharma's struggles with bat only matched by confusing captaincy: Ian Chappell

India Today  

Former Australia cricketer Ian Chappel has hit out at Rohit Sharma for his poor batting and confusing captaincy. Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25: Full Coverage Former India head coach and cricketer Ravi Shasri criticised Rohit Sharma's ultra-defensive fields against Travis Head on air calling it one of the ‘worst set ups’. IND vs AUS, 3rd Test, Day 2: Match Report | Full …

Rohit Sharma, Pat Cummins go LMAO seeing Ravi Shastri's antics in India vs Australia day-night Test
1 month ago

Rohit Sharma, Pat Cummins go LMAO seeing Ravi Shastri's antics in India vs Australia day-night Test

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma is no stranger to Ravi Shastri's antics. Such was Shastri's theatrics and energy at the toss of the India vs Australia day-night Test in Adelaide that Rohit went LMAO. Rohit Sharma and Pat Cummins laughing at Ravi Shastri's antics Shasri waved his left hand repeatedly and went: "It's the pink ball Test, the second in the …

Watch: Hardik Pandya thanks tennis-ball selector for Rs 400 fee in viral video
1 month, 1 week ago

Watch: Hardik Pandya thanks tennis-ball selector for Rs 400 fee in viral video

India Today  

In a heartwarming moment that has gone viral on social media, India’s star all-rounder Hardik Pandya was seen thanking a local cricket selector from his childhood via video call. The video captured Pandya expressing gratitude to the selector for providing him with a match fee of Rs 400 during his formative cricketing years, a gesture he described as pivotal in …

Hardik Pandya scripts history, becomes first Indian to complete elite T20 double
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya scripts history, becomes first Indian to complete elite T20 double

India Today  

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya added another feather to his illustrious cap by becoming the first Indian cricketer to achieve the extraordinary T20 double of 5000 runs and 100-plus wickets. Among Indians, Ravindra Jadeja trails far behind with 3684 runs and 225 wickets, followed by Axar Patel and Krunal Pandya. The match saw tense moments when skipper Krunal Pandya fell cheaply, …

Cricket legend Ravi Shastri's incredible moment on live TV sends fans wild before the India vs Australia Test had even started
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cricket legend Ravi Shastri's incredible moment on live TV sends fans wild before the India vs Australia Test had even started

Daily Mail  

The highly anticipated Test series between India and Australia got off to an incredible start before a ball had even been bowled on Friday courtesy of a head-turning performance by the legendary Ravi Shastri. Aussie skipper Pat Cummins, his counterpart Jasprit Bumrah, and icons of the game Allan Border and Sunil Gavaskar gathered with the match official out in the …

Australia vs India: Kohli and Rohit in spotlight for Border-Gavaskar Trophy
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australia vs India: Kohli and Rohit in spotlight for Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Al Jazeera  

The sight of the Sydney newspaper’s front page was enough to make one gasp aloud. This is almost a twilight of his career, but I think Virat needs to find that anger which got him going, that space which might help him as a human being.” Gilchrist has also noticed the change in India’s former captain and believes Australia should …

Hardik Pandya reclaims No. 1 T20I all-rounder spot after win vs South Africa
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya reclaims No. 1 T20I all-rounder spot after win vs South Africa

India Today  

India’s seasoned campaigner Hardik Pandya has reclaimed the No. His stellar performances in India’s 4-match series against South Africa, where he impressed with both bat and ball, played a crucial role in his rise to the summit. Hardik Pandya’s all-round brilliance was instrumental in India’s commanding 3-1 series win over South Africa. T20I all-rounder rankings Rank Team Player Rating 1 …

Who's 'India's Ravi Shastri and Virat Kohli this time?' Vaughan to Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir ahead of Perth Test
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Who's 'India's Ravi Shastri and Virat Kohli this time?' Vaughan to Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir ahead of Perth Test

Hindustan Times  

Former England captain Michael Vaughan believes it would not be an easy task for India to register a hat-trick of wins Down Under. Having previously won their last two Test series in Australia, India are looking to once again stun the hosts, however Vaughan has highlighted major differences between the last two occasions and the current day. Ravi Shastri has …

Ravi Shastri says first two Tests crucial for India against Australia after defeat to New Zealand
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ravi Shastri says first two Tests crucial for India against Australia after defeat to New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Perth, India "paid a heavy price for being a little complacent" against New Zealand and the team needs to start well in the first two Tests against Australia to put behind their unprecedented loss to New Zealand at home, believes Ravi Shastri. Ravi Shastri says first two Tests crucial for India against Australia after defeat to New Zealand The former …

Sunil Gavaskar tells Rohit Sharma to avoid 'trouble' in point-blank shot-selection advice against Starc, Cummins and co.
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Gavaskar tells Rohit Sharma to avoid 'trouble' in point-blank shot-selection advice against Starc, Cummins and co.

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Gavaskar has suggested that Rohit Sharma should adopt a more restrained approach at the beginning of his innings when India face Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, advising him to temper his inclination for big hits. Gavaskar shared crucial advice for Rohit ahead of the Australia series India must win to secure a spot in the World Test Championship final, …

Hardik Pandya takes DRS, then walks off even before third umpire watches replays in IND vs SA 3rd T20I
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya takes DRS, then walks off even before third umpire watches replays in IND vs SA 3rd T20I

Hindustan Times  

In the midst of all the run-scoring and power-hitting in India’s innings at the SuperSport Park in Centurion, India’s middle order had a quiet outing as Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, and Rinku Singh struggled. Hardik Pandya was caught LBW by Keshav Maharaj during the third T20I in Centurion. India set record vs South Africa Hardik’s recent down-turn of form continues, …

Sunil Gavaskar's advice to struggling Rohit Sharma ahead of Australia Test series
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Gavaskar's advice to struggling Rohit Sharma ahead of Australia Test series

India Today  

India cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar recently suggested that Rohit Sharma should temper his natural inclination for big hits in the early overs when facing Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In a conversation with Star Sports, Gavaskar emphasised that while Rohit’s strength in attacking shots could help him accumulate runs, only if he avoids risky plays early on, especially in challenging …

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, 4 weeks 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 …

Hardik Pandya shown no mercy over 'horrible' batting as viral 'enjoy now...' stump mic remark to Arshdeep backfires
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya shown no mercy over 'horrible' batting as viral 'enjoy now...' stump mic remark to Arshdeep backfires

Hindustan Times  

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya was mercilessly trolled on social media after his viral message to Arshdeep Singh, caught on stump mic, during their partnership in the second T20I match of the series against South Africa backfired. While Hardik expected to make the most of the final 10 balls, to help India post a challenging total, he managed to score just …

SA vs IND: Suryakumar Yadav draws inspiration from Rohit Sharma ahead of first T20I against South Africa
2 months ago

SA vs IND: Suryakumar Yadav draws inspiration from Rohit Sharma ahead of first T20I against South Africa

The Hindu  

Suryakumar Yadav is a big fan of Rohit Sharma’s leadership philosophy which inspires him to keep his flock together by understanding his players’ psyche and find balance when the chips are down. Surya, who took over as India’s shortest format skipper after the victorious T20 World Cup campaign, admitted that he followed “Rohit’s captaincy route” of spending a lot of …

Why Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli’s struggle against spin not a worry for India in BGT 2024? Explains ex-BCCI selector
2 months ago

Why Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli’s struggle against spin not a worry for India in BGT 2024? Explains ex-BCCI selector

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have faced severe criticism for their under-par shows against New Zealand in the recent Test series at home. Former BCCI selector MSK Prasad acknowledged Rohit and Kohli’s struggle against spin but also gave an insight which might bring a smile among the Indian cricket enthusiasts. KL Rahul falters, Dhruv Jurel shines vs Australia A Meanwhile, …

Why Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli’s struggle against spin not a worry for India in BGT 2024? Explains ex-BCCI selector
2 months ago

Why Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli’s struggle against spin not a worry for India in BGT 2024? Explains ex-BCCI selector

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have faced severe criticism for their under-par shows against New Zealand in the recent Test series at home. Former BCCI selector MSK Prasad acknowledged Rohit and Kohli’s struggle against spin but also gave an insight which might bring a smile among the Indian cricket enthusiasts. KL Rahul falters, Dhruv Jurel shines vs Australia A Meanwhile, …

Dinesh Karthik Warns Rohit Sharma: Trust Your Technique or Risk It All
2 months, 1 week ago

Dinesh Karthik Warns Rohit Sharma: Trust Your Technique or Risk It All

India Today  

Former India cricketer Dinesh Karthik advises Rohit Sharma to trust his technique after his failures with the bat in the recently concluded Test series vs New Zealand. Karthik believes that Rohit should focus on attacking when he is in trouble and that this will help him to get out of difficult situations more effectively.

India Struggles to Overcome New Zealand in First Test, Remains Optimistic Despite Defeat
2 months, 2 weeks ago

India Struggles to Overcome New Zealand in First Test, Remains Optimistic Despite Defeat

The Hindu  

India skipper Rohit Sharma expressed his disappointment after their 8-wicket loss to New Zealand in the first Test in Bengaluru. Despite the defeat, he highlighted the team's fearless approach and the importance of playing fearless cricket even when trailing. He expressed confidence in his team's ability to bounce back in the second Test in Pune.

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Not In Their Prime: Sanjay Manjrekar Makes BOLD Claim Ahead Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Not In Their Prime: Sanjay Manjrekar Makes BOLD Claim Ahead Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25

ABP News  

Sanjay Manjrekar has made a bold remark ahead of India's five-match Test series against Australia. The former India batter was asked about India's chances of winning the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after having previously won the Test series on their previous two Australia tours when he made strange remarks, terming star India batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as the weak links …

‘Foot-Licking': Sunil Gavaskar Slams People Crediting Gambhir Over Rohit For Team India’s Aggressive Test Approach
3 months ago

‘Foot-Licking': Sunil Gavaskar Slams People Crediting Gambhir Over Rohit For Team India’s Aggressive Test Approach

ABP News  

New Delhi: Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar believes the aggressive approach shown by the batters in securing a remarkable seven-wicket win over Bangladesh in the rain-hit second Test at Kanpur should be named after skipper Rohit Sharma. While one paper called the Indian batting “Bossball” because the captain or “boss” of the team, Rohit, had shown the way, some from …

Already qualified for semifinals, India beat Maldives 3-0 in SAFF U17 Championships
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Already qualified for semifinals, India beat Maldives 3-0 in SAFF U17 Championships

The Hindu  

Second half substitute Hemneichung Lunkim struck a brace as a dominant India blanked Maldives 3-0 to continue their winning streak at the SAFF U17 Championships on Tuesday. After Samson Ahongshangbam gave India the lead in the 14th minute, Lunkim scored in the 74th and 89th minute in the second and final Group A match at the Changlimithang Stadium. In the …

Hardik Pandya in fray for Test comeback? India all-rounder touted for return to Ranji Trophy after 5 years: Report
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya in fray for Test comeback? India all-rounder touted for return to Ranji Trophy after 5 years: Report

Hindustan Times  

Star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya is reportedly eyeing a return to the red-ball game, making himself available for Baroda’s first-class matches as India begin their preparations for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to be held in Australia later this year. Pandya hasn’t played for India in Test cricket since 2018, with complications regarding injuries and his fitness meaning he had to prioritise …

R Ashwin reveals Ravi Shastri's unexpected 'karoake' night right after 36 all out vs Australia: 'He started to sing...'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

R Ashwin reveals Ravi Shastri's unexpected 'karoake' night right after 36 all out vs Australia: 'He started to sing...'

Hindustan Times  

Team India’s upcoming five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in November promises a thrilling battle, especially as the visitors aim to achieve an unprecedented hat-trick of Test series victories on Australian soil. Ravi Shastri during his time as India's head coach The 2020/21 series is still etched in the minds of cricket fans, not only for India's remarkable victory but for the …

Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya spoke for a long time: How MI duo bonded during T20 World Cup
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Confident of more world titles for India, says BCCI secy Jay Shah
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Confident of more world titles for India, says BCCI secy Jay Shah

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Jay Shah expressed confidence that Indian cricket captains Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur will be able to replicate the 2024 T20 World Cup success in the three important world events ahead. When you have 1.4 billion people’s blessings, I can say we will do the same in the Champions Trophy, World …

'Best advice I received was from Rohit Sharma...': Ex-India spinner recalls India captain's words from 'U19' days
4 months, 4 weeks ago

'Best advice I received was from Rohit Sharma...': Ex-India spinner recalls India captain's words from 'U19' days

Hindustan Times  

India recently suffered a 0-2 ODI series loss to Sri Lanka, marking their first bilateral defeat against the team since 1997. India's captain Rohit Sharma walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal during the third and final one-day international cricket match between Sri Lanka and India Amidst the disappointment, Rohit Sharma stood out with his aggressive and dynamic gameplay. …

"One of the best captains alongside Dhoni...": Ravi Shastri on Rohit Sharma
5 months, 1 week ago

"One of the best captains alongside Dhoni...": Ravi Shastri on Rohit Sharma

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, : Former Indian all-rounder and head coach Ravi Shastri applauded Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, calling him one of India's best captains alongside MS Dhoni. Also to top it off, he led India to the ICC T20 World Cup title after a thrilling win in the final against South Africa at Barbados, ending India's ICC trophy drought of 11 years. …

'If you ask me who's better...': Shastri can't keep calm, calls Rohit Sharma vs Dhoni comparison right down the middle
5 months, 1 week ago

'If you ask me who's better...': Shastri can't keep calm, calls Rohit Sharma vs Dhoni comparison right down the middle

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma may have just received the biggest compliment of his career. Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni during the 2019 World Cup Shastri, who monitored both Rohit and Dhoni during his time as India coach from 2015 to 2021, has nothing to separate the two when it comes to captaincy. Dhoni is arguably India's greatest captain, but Rohit, after leading …

Hardik Pandya puts captaincy setback behind him
5 months, 1 week 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 …

Hardik Pandya's unique 'cold' celebration returns after picking 2 wickets in an over; how India all-rounder reacted
5 months, 1 week ago

Hardik Pandya's unique 'cold' celebration returns after picking 2 wickets in an over; how India all-rounder reacted

Hindustan Times  

Ravi Bishnoi may have emerged as the star for India following their win over Sri Lanka in the 2nd T20I, it was Hardik Pandya really who triggered the turning point. With Sri Lanka going at a decent rate thanks to a couple of fifty-run partnerships, Hardik dismissed both set batters – Kaminu Mendis and half-centurion Kusal Perera to tilt the …

Ravi Shastri's worry after Hardik Pandya left out of India ODI squad: 'If you're bowling just 3 overs instead of 10...'
5 months, 1 week 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 …

Hardik Pandya's future captaincy prospects shut: ‘Concentrate on batting, bowling and fitness’
5 months, 1 week ago

Hardik Pandya's future captaincy prospects shut: ‘Concentrate on batting, bowling and fitness’

Hindustan Times  

You’ve got to feel for Hardik Pandya. “I wouldn’t have personally made Hardik Pandya my captain either. I’d love to see Hardik Pandya just concentrate on getting those skills right, batting and bowling. And then you can look at captaincy a little bit later.” Why Hardik the bowler becomes more crucial Another reason why Styris doesn’t want the additional responsibility …

Hardik Pandya's Anil Kumble avatar at India nets ahead of 1st SL T20I leaves LSG teasing fresh role for all-rounder
5 months, 2 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 …

Hardik Pandya 'couldn't gain respect' of India players after IPL horror, prompted BCCI to…: Arnold goes two-fisted
5 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Ashish Nehra points out Gautam Gambhir factor for Hardik Pandya's India captaincy snub in SL T20s: ‘New coach has come…’
5 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Hardik Pandya meets Gautam Gambhir's staff hours after new head coach's presser as Team India leaves for Sri Lanka
5 months, 2 weeks 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 …

'We want someone who is.....': Ajit Agarkar explains reason behind Hardik Pandya's captaincy snub
5 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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