'...Watched those matches vs Pakistan': KL Rahul's 'aggressive' promise for Bangladesh Tests to reach WTC final
2 years ago

'...Watched those matches vs Pakistan': KL Rahul's 'aggressive' promise for Bangladesh Tests to reach WTC final

Hindustan Times  

England under captain Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum have caught the imagination of the cricketing world with their aggressive stroke play and declarations to eke out victories on dead pitches in their ongoing three-match Test series in Pakistan. Rahul is set to lead India in Rohit's absence in Bangladesh England were already out of contention for a spot in the 2023 WTC final while Pakistan are also now out of the race after their loss in the second Test. KL Rahul, standing in as captain of the team for the injured Rohit Sharma in Bangladesh, has said India will also be aggressive in their own way with qualification for the WTC final in mind. “I think it is really exciting,” said Rahul in a press conference on Monday when asked about England's approach, popularly termed ‘Bazzball' after their head coach Brendon McCullum under whom they adopted this approach.

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SA vs PAK: Pakistan face another blow after 0-2 defeat in South Africa Tests
2 days, 10 hours ago

SA vs PAK: Pakistan face another blow after 0-2 defeat in South Africa Tests

India Today  

Pakistan cricketers have been fined 25 percent of their match fees for slow over-rate in the New Year’s Test against Temba Bavuma’s South Africa at the Newlands in Cape Town. Pakistan were also docked five points in their World Test Championship cycle after being found five overs short of the mark after taking into consideration their time allowances. Pakistan are …

'We are white-ball bullies. If we beat Pakistan on Feb 23...': Harsh reality exposed on Ranji demand from Kohli, Rohit
3 days, 9 hours ago

'We are white-ball bullies. If we beat Pakistan on Feb 23...': Harsh reality exposed on Ranji demand from Kohli, Rohit

Hindustan Times  

There has been quite an uproar among experts and veteran cricketers who could not have stressed more on the need for the likes of under-fire Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to feature in the upcoming second half of the 2024/25 Ranji Trophy season, which will begin later this month, in a bid to find form after a disastrous tour of …

India TV Sports Wrap on January 6: Today's top 10 trending news stories
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3 days, 10 hours ago

India TV Sports Wrap on January 6: Today's top 10 trending news stories

India TV News  

Pakistan with a valiant opening stand between Shan Masood and Babar Azam made a match out of it in the second Test in Cape Town while following-on. Top 10 Trending Sports Stories Australia qualify for WTC final, to meet South Africa in summit clash Australia will take on South Africa in the World Test Championship final in June at Lord's. …

Need runs overseas, call KL Rahul: Pundits praise India batter after Gabba knock
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Need runs overseas, call KL Rahul: Pundits praise India batter after Gabba knock

India Today  

Irfan Pathan, Cheteshwar Pujara and Sanjay Bangar heaped praise on KL Rahul after the Indian batter's resilient knock during the Gabba Test. Pujara pointed out that Rahul showed that the Brisbane pitch wasn't a tough track to bat on and it was all about seeing off the new ball. Bangar praised Rahul's game plan at the Gabba and claimed he …

'I just focus on...' - KL Rahul reveals his mantra of success with bat in overseas Tests after Gabba heroics
3 weeks, 2 days ago

'I just focus on...' - KL Rahul reveals his mantra of success with bat in overseas Tests after Gabba heroics

India TV News  

Credit where it's due. Apart from Rahul's brilliant knock, Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep also played a huge role in taking India past 246 in the first innings. For India, Rahul attended the press conference at the end of day's play and revealed the mantra of his success in overseas Test matches. Meanwhile, India celebrated avoiding the follow-on but after …

ICC World Test Championship 2023-25: A look at state of play following India's Adelaide loss
1 month ago

ICC World Test Championship 2023-25: A look at state of play following India's Adelaide loss

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Australia topped the ICC World Test Championship standings while India slipped to number three after the visitors succumbed to a 10-wicket loss to Aussies during the second Test at Adelaide Oval. South Africa - 59.26 per cent of possible pointsRemaining matches: Sri Lanka, Pakistan Best Possible Finish: 69.44 per cent Carrying on the form from their impressive …

India TV Sports Wrap on December 7: Today's top 10 trending news stories
Trending News
1 month ago

India TV Sports Wrap on December 7: Today's top 10 trending news stories

India TV News  

Australia took a slight lead against India in the second Test in Adelaide after the visitors were bowled out for 180 in the first innings while England pacer Gus Atkinson became the first bowler in Test history to take a hat-trick at Basin Reserve in Wellington after he helped the visitors clean up New Zealand for just 125 in the …

India v Australia: Batting for KL Rahul as Test opener
1 month ago

India v Australia: Batting for KL Rahul as Test opener

Hindustan Times  

Adelaide: KL Rahul was ready for the questions. We’ll have to wait for day one or maybe when the captain comes here tomorrow.” At the same time, Rahul issued a disclaimer as well: “I’ve said this before. I just want to go there, bat and play for the team.” It’s when Rahul speaks like this that one realises how long …

Cricket-Cup in one hand and control in the other, India boss 2024
1 month, 1 week ago

Cricket-Cup in one hand and control in the other, India boss 2024

Hindustan Times  

By Amlan Chakraborty Cricket-Cup in one hand and control in the other, India boss 2024 NEW DELHI, - Cricket's financial engine India ended their title drought and also tightened their vice-like grip on the game's governance but their dogged stance of not touring Pakistan has jeopardised next year's Champions Trophy across the border. Top 15 buys at IPL 2025 Auction …

Harbhajan Singh backs India to make it to WTC final if they win in Adelaide
1 month, 1 week ago

Harbhajan Singh backs India to make it to WTC final if they win in Adelaide

India Today  

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh has backed India to reach the final of the World Test Championship if they win the upcoming second Test in Adelaide against Australia. Ahead of the fixture, Harbhajan Singh feels India can make it to the WTC final if they manage to thrash Australia in the second Test. However, after that humiliating loss, India managed …

WTC Points Table after Perth Test: India reclaim No. 1 spot with win over Australia in 1st BGT match
1 month, 2 weeks ago

WTC Points Table after Perth Test: India reclaim No. 1 spot with win over Australia in 1st BGT match

Firstpost  

India outplayed Australia with bat as well as with ball in the opening match of the five-Test series of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to revive their chances of qualifying for a third consecutive ICC World Test Championship final. AP India had arrived in Australia for a marquee five-Test series on the back of a humiliating 0-3 whitewash at the hands of …

WI vs BAN 1st Test, Day 3: Mominul, Jaker help Bangladesh avoid follow on
1 month, 2 weeks ago

WI vs BAN 1st Test, Day 3: Mominul, Jaker help Bangladesh avoid follow on

India Today  

West Indies maintained firm control over the first Test against Bangladesh at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, despite a gritty effort from the visitors to avoid the follow-on. At stumps on Day 3, Bangladesh were 269/9, trailing by 181 runs, thanks to crucial contributions from Mominul Haque and Jaker Ali. Resuming the day at 40/2, Bangladesh faced relentless pressure from …

India vs Australia: KL Rahul fit to play Perth Test after recovering from injury
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India vs Australia: KL Rahul fit to play Perth Test after recovering from injury

The Hindu  

India batter KL Rahul has recovered from an injury he suffered during the side’s intra-squad match in Perth and is fit to play in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test, the Board of Control for Cricket in India confirmed with a video released on social media. I got a lot of time to prepare for this series and I’m really excited …

"Not looking at WTC, every series important": Gautam Gambhir ahead of crucial BGT clash
1 month, 4 weeks ago

"Not looking at WTC, every series important": Gautam Gambhir ahead of crucial BGT clash

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy approaches, where Team India needs to deliver a huge win to make it to the World Championship Final, India head coach Gautam Gambhir affirmed that the team is not looking that far and is rather focussing on the immediate challenge. "Not looking at WTC, every series important": Gautam Gambhir ahead of crucial BGT …

Can India Still Qualify for ICC World Test Championship Final Despite 3-0 Loss to New Zealand?
2 months ago

Can India Still Qualify for ICC World Test Championship Final Despite 3-0 Loss to New Zealand?

ABP News  

Despite being whitewashed at home, India can still qualify for the ICC World Test Championship final with fewer points. They need a 4-0 win over Australia to reach the summit clash, but they can still make it with a 5-0 win or a 4-1 draw against New Zealand. If they lose to Australia 2-3, New Zealand and England play out …

Pakistan's Spin Prowess: Can They Conquer India on Turning Tracks?
2 months ago

Pakistan's Spin Prowess: Can They Conquer India on Turning Tracks?

India Today  

Pakistan's Wasim Akram believes they can beat India in a Test series on spinning pitches, citing their recent success against England. Akram, who led Pakistan to a 2-1 win in a Test series against England on turning pitches, believes the conditions in India would be ideal for his team to exploit India's recent struggles against spin.

India's batting woes intensify as New Zealand looms large in the Test series preview
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2 months, 1 week ago

India's batting woes intensify as New Zealand looms large in the Test series preview

The Hindu  

India finds itself in a precarious position when it comes to qualifying for the World Test Championship final. They need to win four of the remaining six Tests, including the Wankhede Test, to have a clear passage into the WTC final. The conditions at the Wankhede Stadium are set to be starkly different than the hometowners are used to, posing …

Bangladesh Retains Hope of First Test Victory Over South Africa
2 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh Retains Hope of First Test Victory Over South Africa

Associated Press  

Bangladesh refuses to give up hope of first test victory over South Africa despite a recent poor performance. Despite a seven-wicket defeat in the opener, Bangladesh is determined to secure a first test victory against South Africa in the second and final match. The match will begin on Tuesday and is crucial for both teams to secure a spot in …

India's Shining Performance Denies New Zealand the WTC Throne
2 months, 1 week ago

India's Shining Performance Denies New Zealand the WTC Throne

Deccan Chronicle  

India's hopes of retaining the World Test Championship (WTC) final spot suffered a major blow after they suffered a historic test series defeat against New Zealand. Despite losing the series 113 runs, India fought bravely and put up a fight before succumbing to the hosts' batting prowess. New Zealand's win dented India's chances of reaching the WTC final, which will …

South Africa's Victory in Bangladesh Threatens India's WTC Final Chances
2 months, 2 weeks ago

South Africa's Victory in Bangladesh Threatens India's WTC Final Chances

India Today  

South Africa's win in Bangladesh has boosted their World Test Championship (WTC) standings, putting India in a precarious position to secure a top-two finish. India needs at least four wins and one draw from their remaining seven matches to maintain their chances of reaching the final. However, a scenario where they secure only four wins and no draws could push …

India Remains on Top Despite Loss to New Zealand in First Test
2 months, 2 weeks ago

India Remains on Top Despite Loss to New Zealand in First Test

The Hindu  

India maintains its top spot on the WTC points table despite losing the first Test against New Zealand. New Zealand secures its first Test win in India in 36 years, moving up to fourth from sixth in the standings. Pakistan and England secure wins in the second and third Tests, respectively, leveling the three-match series. West Indies remains undefeated in …

India's Domination in T20I Series: Samson's Explosive Knock Carries the Momentum
2 months, 3 weeks ago

India's Domination in T20I Series: Samson's Explosive Knock Carries the Momentum

The Hindu  

India dominated Bangladesh in the three-match T20I series, securing a seventh consecutive bilateral home series win. Sanju Samson shone with a magnificent 47-ball 111, contributing significantly to the team's total of 152/1 in the first ten overs. The match was won in the first ten overs, showcasing India's batting prowess and Samson's ability to score quickly and aggressively. The early …

IND vs BAN: R Ashwin invokes ‘Jaisball’, praises Rohit Sharma for India’s win, says ‘He set the tone ’
3 months, 1 week ago

IND vs BAN: R Ashwin invokes ‘Jaisball’, praises Rohit Sharma for India’s win, says ‘He set the tone ’

Live Mint  

IND vs BAN test series: The Indian cricket team clinched a vital victory against Bangladesh in the second Test match played at the Green Park stadium in Kanpur today, with Ravichandran Ashwin lauding skipper Rohit Sharma for his leadership and execution of their game plan. IND vs BAN: Ashwin's Record-Breaking Performance In addition to contributing to the team's success, Ashwin …

India vs Bangladesh second Test | Indian bowlers keep Bangladesh batters in check on rain-hit day
3 months, 1 week ago

India vs Bangladesh second Test | Indian bowlers keep Bangladesh batters in check on rain-hit day

The Hindu  

Wet outfield, bad light, and torrential afternoon showers meant only 35 overs were possible on the opening day of the second Test between India and Bangladesh here at the Green Park Stadium on Friday. Asked to bat first, Bangladesh was 107 for three in the second session, with Mominul Haque and Mushfiqur Rahim at the crease when bad light intervened. …

India vs Bangladesh first Test | Every time you walk out to the park, it is a swansong: Ashwin
3 months, 2 weeks ago

India vs Bangladesh first Test | Every time you walk out to the park, it is a swansong: Ashwin

The Hindu  

At 38, R. Ashwin is probably in the final phase of his career. And with India set to host only four Tests next year, it remains to be seen whether Chennai will get another Test soon if the usual rotation policy for venues applies. When asked if the game against Bangladesh that ended on Sunday could be his last one …

Where do India's chances of qualifying for third-straight WTC final stand after Bangladesh demolition in Chennai
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Where do India's chances of qualifying for third-straight WTC final stand after Bangladesh demolition in Chennai

Hindustan Times  

India began their long Test season with a dominating victory against Bangladesh in Chennai in the opening Test of the two-match series. India's Captain Rohit Sharma and Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja after their win against Bangladesh in the first Test cricket match at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, in Chennai, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024 Put to bat first under an …

Cricket: India beat Bangladesh by 280 runs to win first Test in Chennai
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cricket: India beat Bangladesh by 280 runs to win first Test in Chennai

Al Jazeera  

Bangladesh were all out for 234 on the fourth day in Chennai as hometown hero Ashwin took 10 wickets after his century. Ravichandran Ashwin wrecked Bangladesh as he claimed six wickets in the second innings and bowled India to a comprehensive 280-run victory on the fourth day of the opening Test match in Chennai. Playing at his home ground, the …

‘We played well in Pakistan. Here, India are getting more advantage…’: Bangladesh pacer pinpoints critical difference
3 months, 2 weeks ago

‘We played well in Pakistan. Here, India are getting more advantage…’: Bangladesh pacer pinpoints critical difference

Hindustan Times  

Bangladesh fast bowler Taskin Ahmed reflected on the factors that have affected his team’s performance in the first Test match of their tour in India, pointing out that the use of the SG ball in Indian conditions is something the Bangladesh team haven’t been able to acclimatise to yet. India know how to use the balls better than us.” Bangladesh’s …

India vs Bangladesh first Test | Compartmentalising batting and bowling has helped: Ashwin
3 months, 2 weeks ago

India vs Bangladesh first Test | Compartmentalising batting and bowling has helped: Ashwin

The Hindu  

R. Ashwin explained that compartmentalising his batting and bowling has helped him shine with the willow. The 38-year-old, whose sixth Test century powered India into a dominant position, spoke about trying not to think too far ahead while at the batting crease. The one thing I keep telling myself is to watch the ball hard,” said Ashwin, who went out …

India vs Bangladesh Live: Ashwin-Jadeja's stand leaves IND at 339/6 at Stumps
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India vs Bangladesh Live: Ashwin-Jadeja's stand leaves IND at 339/6 at Stumps

Hindustan Times  

India vs Bangladesh Highlights 1st Test, Day 1: From 144/6 to 339/6 at Stumps! India returned to competitive cricket after more than a month by hosting Bangladesh for two Test matches and three T20Is. There is a possibility of India using the Bangladesh and New Zealand series that would follow as the preparation ground for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy from …

India vs Bangladesh first Test | Skipper Shanto banks on experience and poise
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India vs Bangladesh first Test | Skipper Shanto banks on experience and poise

The Hindu  

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto felt that as players gain experience, they can control their emotions better, and not let the moment overwhelm them. That’s why we look calm and follow every plan.” Riding high after the historic series win in Pakistan, Shanto said his team would take the confidence from that victory but doesn’t want to focus too much …

India vs Bangladesh first Test | An honour to have someone like Bumrah playing for us: Gambhir
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India vs Bangladesh first Test | An honour to have someone like Bumrah playing for us: Gambhir

The Hindu  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir hailed Jasprit Bumrah as the best pacer in international cricket across formats and was happy that bowlers are getting the spotlight they deserve. The best part is that he wants to play as much Test cricket as he can, and there is no doubt about that,” said Gambhir when asked if the speedster is the …

India vs Bangladesh first Test | India gets ready to embrace Test cricket’s slow-burn intensity
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India vs Bangladesh first Test | India gets ready to embrace Test cricket’s slow-burn intensity

The Hindu  

The Indian Premier League’s adrenaline surge and the historic ICC T20 World Cup triumph infused energy into the nation’s leading cricketers over the last few months and now it is time to embrace Test cricket’s slow-burn intensity. India, playing in its backyard, will step out as the favourite but Bangladesh, having defeated Pakistan 2-0 in the recent Test series at …

Virat Kohli vs spinners, Rohit Sharma vs...: Key battles that could decide India vs Bangladesh Test series
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli vs spinners, Rohit Sharma vs...: Key battles that could decide India vs Bangladesh Test series

Hindustan Times  

India are the overwhelming favourites in their upcoming home Test series against Bangladesh, as is normally the case in any red-ball series in the country regardless of the opponents. Virat Kohli will be looking to get a good run going as he looks to re-establish himself as the best in the world in Test cricket What is unique about Bangladesh …

India vs Bangladesh: Exciting test series kicks off in Chennai
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India vs Bangladesh: Exciting test series kicks off in Chennai

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: India and Bangladesh are set to face off in the first of their two-Test series at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, commencing on Thursday. Bangladesh arrives in Chennai buoyed by a recent Test series victory over Pakistan, achieved on Pakistani soil. In contrast, India comes into the series following a disappointing ODI series against Sri Lanka, where the Indian batters, …

Bangladesh coach clueless about Chepauk pitch; curator's 'disintegration' remark alarming: 'Can change right from Day 1'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh coach clueless about Chepauk pitch; curator's 'disintegration' remark alarming: 'Can change right from Day 1'

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma and Co. are ready to kickstart their red-ball season with a two-match Test series against Bangladesh starting this Thursday, but the Chepauk pitch remains a big mystery ahead of the series opener. Chennai: Bangladesh cricket coach Chandika Hathurusingha addresses the media during a training session ahead of the first Test cricket match between India and Bangladesh. Bangladesh head …

Bangladesh no “dress rehearsal” for Australia, says Rohit
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh no “dress rehearsal” for Australia, says Rohit

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: It’s not exactly a hard reset, but a rare month-long break from international duty coupled with Rishabh Pant finally returning to red-ball cricket makes a fresh beginning as India prepare for the final lap of the World Test Championship points race. Bangladesh and New Zealand aren’t expected to stretch India at home, but considering a five-match tour of Australia …

With balanced side, Bangladesh dare to dream
3 months, 3 weeks ago

With balanced side, Bangladesh dare to dream

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: Bat big to begin fantasising about beating India in India but those who have been there know it’s impossible without high quality bowling. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto during a practice session ahead of the first Test against India, in Chennai on Tuesday. But still if you compare the teams, I feel our pacers are relatively less experienced compared …

Bangladesh is ready for 'best challenge' in Tests: Coach Chandika Hathurusingha before match vs India
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh is ready for 'best challenge' in Tests: Coach Chandika Hathurusingha before match vs India

Firstpost  

India are currently leading the World Test Championship table, and are expected to pose a much stronger challenge to Bangladesh despite the eastern neighbours riding high on confidence. PTI Bangladesh are coming on the back of a 2-0 Test series win over Pakistan in Rawalpindi, but head coach Chandika Hathurusingha has said that he and his team are looking forward …

We don't need to create a whole different strategy for Bangladesh: Rohit Sharma
3 months, 3 weeks ago

We don't need to create a whole different strategy for Bangladesh: Rohit Sharma

Hindustan Times  

Chennai, India skipper Rohit Sharma on Tuesday asserted that there is no need to devise a new strategy in the upcoming series against Bangladesh, despite their impressive recent triumph over Pakistan and the presence of express pacer Nahid Rana in the visitors' ranks. We don't need to create a whole different strategy for Bangladesh: Rohit Sharma Bangladesh defeated Pakistan 2-0 …

India vs Bangladesh 1st Test: 3 Spinners Or 3 Pacers? Team India's Probable Playing 11 For Series Opener
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India vs Bangladesh 1st Test: 3 Spinners Or 3 Pacers? Team India's Probable Playing 11 For Series Opener

ABP News  

India vs Bangladesh 1st Test Probable Playing 11: The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is all set to host the 1st Test match of the India vs Bangladesh series. With the IND vs BAN 1st Test match set to commence in 2 days time, all ayes are on Team India's Probable Playing 11. READ HERE | IND vs BAN: Yashasvi …

How India's biggest stars have fared against Bangladesh in Tests
3 months, 3 weeks ago

How India's biggest stars have fared against Bangladesh in Tests

Hindustan Times  

India start their Test season with a two-match series at home against Bangladesh. It is the first Test series between the two sides since India played two Tests in Bangladesh in December 2022 and most of India's regular red-ball stars are set to feature in it. India were Bangladesh's first opponent in Test cricket back in 2000 but there was …

Rohit Sharma Practises THIS Unorthodox Stroke To Counter Spin Threat Ahead Of India vs Bangladesh Tests; Picture Goes Viral
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma Practises THIS Unorthodox Stroke To Counter Spin Threat Ahead Of India vs Bangladesh Tests; Picture Goes Viral

ABP News  

Rohit Sharma will be back at the helm of affairs as India take on Bangladesh in a two-match Test series beginning on September 19 in Chennai. Take a look at the viral post here: Rohit Sharma plays a reverse sweep in the nets ahead of the big Test season.!!! The GOAT of test cricket getting ready @ImRo45 🐐🔥🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/PmJEJWLOVK — …

'As the Pakistanis found out...': Gavaskar cautions Rohit Sharma against Bangladesh threat after last time's scare
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'As the Pakistanis found out...': Gavaskar cautions Rohit Sharma against Bangladesh threat after last time's scare

Hindustan Times  

The great Sunil Gavaskar has alerted Rohit Sharma, cautioning the Indian team against taking Bangladesh lightly as the two teams square off in the first Test of a two-match series starting Thursday. In fact, the Dhaka Test two years ago almost witnessed Bangladesh create history, register a maiden Test win over India before Shreyas Iyer and Ravichandran Ashwin guided India …

Bangladesh cricket team arrives in Chennai for upcoming Test series
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh cricket team arrives in Chennai for upcoming Test series

Hindustan Times  

Chennai, : The Bangladesh cricket team arrived in Chennai on Sunday, led by captain Najmul Hossain Shanto. Bangladesh cricket team arrives in Chennai for upcoming Test series Bangladesh is scheduled to play two Tests and three T20Is against India. Bangladesh is currently in top form, having whitewashed Pakistan 2-0 to win their first Test series on Pakistani soil. Bangladesh squad: …

Bangladesh skipper relies on ‘five days’ process to replicate Pakistan's success in India: ‘…they're much ahead of us’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh skipper relies on ‘five days’ process to replicate Pakistan's success in India: ‘…they're much ahead of us’

Hindustan Times  

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto is raring to replicate the red-ball success his team tasted versus Pakistan in the two-match Test series against India starting September 19. Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto confident of good show after Pakistan series win The Bangladesh team has already landed in Chennai for the opening Test beginning on September 19. ‘Bangladesh aim will be …

‘Rohit Sharma didn’t practice as hard as Sachin Tendulkar’: Former MI coach's astonishing revelation on IND skipper
3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Rohit Sharma didn’t practice as hard as Sachin Tendulkar’: Former MI coach's astonishing revelation on IND skipper

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma has been a force to reckon with in the past few years and has turned into one of the best in business. Rohit Sharma and Sachin Tendulkar batting for Mumbai Indians He also achieved great success in the IPL, both as a skipper and a batter, with 5 titles leading Mumbai Indians and over 6,500 runs in the …

India eyeing 92-year first in 1st Test vs Bangladesh
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India eyeing 92-year first in 1st Test vs Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

India are looking to start their final tilt at sealing qualification to the World Test Championship Final on a high as they face Bangladesh in a two-match Test series at home. The Rohit Sharma-led side would be looking to be especially dominant in the home Test matches, as they have been for well over a decade. India have always been …

Kohli bats for long, Bumrah goes whole hog in India's first practice ahead of Bangladesh Tests
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Kohli bats for long, Bumrah goes whole hog in India's first practice ahead of Bangladesh Tests

Hindustan Times  

Batting superstar Virat Kohli spent about 45 minutes in the nets and pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah bowled full tilt as the Indian cricket team on Friday began its preparations for a two-Test series against Bangladesh. Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah during a practice session With the first Test against Bangladesh scheduled here from September 19, the entire squad, including skipper …

‘Don’t talk about Pakistan series… India is a bigger challenge': After flattening Babar, Bangladesh's Litton eyes Rohit
3 months, 4 weeks ago

‘Don’t talk about Pakistan series… India is a bigger challenge': After flattening Babar, Bangladesh's Litton eyes Rohit

Hindustan Times  

Litton Das was one of the main reasons behind Bangladesh's historic Test whitewash in Pakistan. Bangladesh's Litton Das kisses his helmet as he celebrates after scoring a century during the third day of the second and last Test cricket match against Pakistan The right-handed wicketkeeper-batter came into the crease when Bangladesh were in dire straits at 25/5 in their first …

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