Rohit and Kohli's inclusion for India-Afghanistan T20Is leaves netizens divided
1 year ago

Rohit and Kohli's inclusion for India-Afghanistan T20Is leaves netizens divided

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Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to the T20I fold after more than a year with the former set to lead the Men in Blue in the three-match series against Afghanistan Team India ended the suspense surrounding their team for the upcoming T20I series against Afghanistan, including both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the 16-man squad that was announced on Sunday evening. Read | Pandya, SKY and Ruturaj miss IND-AFG T20Is due to injury The Indians decided to reward wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, who made the most of the opportunity handed to him in the ODI series in South Africa with a chance to audition for the T20 World Cup that takes place in the West Indies and USA in June. The discussion surrounding BCCI’s announcement on Sunday evening has been dominated by Rohit and Kohli’s return to T20Is, making their appearance in this year’s T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and the United States all the more likely. — Sahil Malhotra January 7, 2024 It's funny how everything is tried and tested between T20 World Cups and eventually it's almost the same batting lineup that takes the field.

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Indian team selectors to meet on January 11 to pick T20I squad vs England
1 day, 5 hours ago

Indian team selectors to meet on January 11 to pick T20I squad vs England

India Today  

The Indian selectors are set to meet on January 11 to finalise the squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against England. The series, scheduled to commence on January 22, marks the beginning of an action-packed cricket calendar that also includes three ODIs and the much-anticipated Champions Trophy. More updates over squad selection Potential changes to the T20I squad include …

I don't see Rohit Sharma going to England: Adam Gilchrist on India captain's future
1 day, 5 hours ago

I don't see Rohit Sharma going to England: Adam Gilchrist on India captain's future

India Today  

Former Australia wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist feels India captain Rohit Sharma’s Test career has come to an end and believes that he won’t be travelling to England for the Test series later this year. Recently, Gilchrist shared his thoughts on Rohit’s future and said that the India cricketer will assess his situation when he gets home and he might not go …

KL Rahul likely to be rested from white-ball series against England
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KL Rahul likely to be rested from white-ball series against England

India Today  

India batter KL Rahul is likely to be rested for the white-ball series against England beginning in Kolkata on January 22. The home series comprises five T20s and three ODIs, which will be more significant considering it precedes the Champions Trophy starting February 19. Though ahead in the pecking order, Rahul is fighting for the wicketkeeper batter's slot in the …

India gazes into life without Kohli, Rohit after Australia defeat
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India gazes into life without Kohli, Rohit after Australia defeat

Hindustan Times  

India contemplated Test cricket without Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma on Monday after the star duo again failed to fire in the bruising series defeat to Australia. India gazes into life without Kohli, Rohit after Australia defeat With out-of-form skipper Rohit missing, the visitors went down by six wickets in the fifth and final Test on Sunday in Sydney to …

Virat or Rohit, no player is bigger than the game: Harbhajan fumes at star culture
3 days, 21 hours ago

Virat or Rohit, no player is bigger than the game: Harbhajan fumes at star culture

India Today  

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh has come down heavily on senior players, saying that selection in the Indian team should be based on performance instead of reputation after series loss against Australia. Commenting on their poor form, Harbhajan suggested getting rid of the superstar culture in the Indian team and asked the duo to play county cricket before the England …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to 'not retire on their own' as BCCI hell-bent to solve dilemma after Pathan, Gavaskar's rant
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Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to 'not retire on their own' as BCCI hell-bent to solve dilemma after Pathan, Gavaskar's rant

Hindustan Times  

Former India cricketers Irfan Pathan and Sunil Gavaskar fumed at the superstar culture in Indian cricket and the lack of commitment to playing in domestic cricket tournaments amid the struggles in international cricket. Their comments were completely directed towards India's two senior batters, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who had a disastrous tour of Australia. India's captain Rohit Sharma, left, …

Rohit, Virat urged to play country cricket after BGT flop show; Ex-India star says ‘England will be same’
5 days, 2 hours ago

Rohit, Virat urged to play country cricket after BGT flop show; Ex-India star says ‘England will be same’

Live Mint  

Veteran Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's struggle runs have intensified especially during the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. With India not playing Test cricket for a while, the team management and selectors will have a big call to make on the future of senior cricketers and the future of the team going forward. Sanjay Manjrekar wants Virat Kohli - …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir
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5 days, 5 hours ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir

India Today  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir remained reserved about the future of superstar batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in Test cricket, stating that it is up to the players to decide their own futures. Addressing the press after India’s six-wicket loss in the Sydney Test, which led to conceding the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Gambhir said he is confident that the two …

Cricket News Live Today January 5, 2025: ‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark
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Cricket News Live Today January 5, 2025: ‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark

Hindustan Times  

Live By Cricket News Live: Your go-to destination for news and headlines from the world of cricket. Stay ahead of the game by following Crickit's comprehensive coverage of all that's happening around the world, where our team brings to you the latest news, updates, articles, stats, commentary, and much more. Latest news on January 5, 2025: Indian cricket team Head …

Virat Kohli's future in Test cricket depends on Indian selectors: Sunil Gavaskar
6 days, 5 hours ago

Virat Kohli's future in Test cricket depends on Indian selectors: Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has opened up about Virat Kohli’s future in Test cricket. He emphasised the importance of looking ahead, especially considering who will be available for the 2027 World Test Championship final. What I’ve been emphasising over the last 8–10 days is that we need to consider who will be available for the 2027 World Test Championship …

Hardik Pandya set to lead team India in Champions Trophy 2025!
6 days, 16 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 …

Rohit Sharma might not fit into selectors' future plans in Tests: Sunil Gavaskar
1 week ago

Rohit Sharma might not fit into selectors' future plans in Tests: Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has voiced concerns about Rohit Sharma's role in India's Test cricket future, particularly for the 2027 World Test Championship cycle. Gavaskar believes that at 37, Rohit might not fit into India’s long-term Test plans. Gavaskar, speaking in an exclusive interaction with India Today, suggested that Rohit's absence during the ongoing Sydney Test against Australia might …

India need to put on 'team face' in Sydney to pull themselves out of mess of their own making
1 week ago

India need to put on 'team face' in Sydney to pull themselves out of mess of their own making

Firstpost  

So much hinges on the outcome of the Sydney Test for skipper Rohit Sharma, for coach Gautam Gambhir, under mounting scrutiny after a string of underwhelming performances, and for Virat Kohli, whose century in Perth is increasingly beginning to look like an aberration. The expectation when the Indian coach turned up for Thursday afternoon’s press conference – his first interaction …

Indian cricket in 2025: Transition time again as Kohli, Rohit futures in focus
1 week, 2 days ago

Indian cricket in 2025: Transition time again as Kohli, Rohit futures in focus

India Today  

After ending 2024 on a not-so-memorable note, the Indian men’s cricket team will look to get 2025 off to a positive start as they take on Australia in the fifth and final Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. The year 2025 will be full of several important tournaments for India, with the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 scheduled to be …

India cricket 2025 schedule: Full fixtures, dates, venues and time for men's team matches
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India cricket 2025 schedule: Full fixtures, dates, venues and time for men's team matches

India Today  

The year 2024 was a mixed bag for the Indian men's cricket team. While it began with a home series win over England and then a T20 World Cup title triumph in the Caribbean, the team struggled to maintain momentum, ending the year with a crushing 184-run loss to Australia in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. …

Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to miss England ODIs; Here’s why IND’s big 3 unavailable for CT 2025 tune-up
1 week, 2 days ago

Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to miss England ODIs; Here’s why IND’s big 3 unavailable for CT 2025 tune-up

Live Mint  

Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are likely to miss the upcoming home ODI series against India in February which is a tune-up tournament before the Champions Trophy 2025. Following the completion of BGT 2024-25, India will host England in five T20Is and three ODIs in January-February before the Men in Blue takes the flight to Dubai to play …

Finding Rohit and Virat's replacements will not be a big worry for India: Lehmann
1 week, 2 days ago

Finding Rohit and Virat's replacements will not be a big worry for India: Lehmann

India Today  

Former Australia cricketer and head coach Darren Lehmann feels Indian cricket has a lot of depth to find replacements for star batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Whenever these two guys decide to retire, there are so many talented youngsters that Indian cricket will be in good stead,” Lehmann told PTI. Since then, there has been massive scrutiny on the …

2024 Year in Sport, Cricket: India’s dwindling fortunes in Tests sour T20 World Cup triumph
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1 week, 3 days ago

2024 Year in Sport, Cricket: India’s dwindling fortunes in Tests sour T20 World Cup triumph

The Hindu  

It was a bittersweet year for Indian cricket fans as the year ended on a disappointing note after the high of a T20 World Cup win in June. | Photo Credit: REUTERS Stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma announced their retirement from T20I cricket following India’s T20 World Cup triumph. | Photo Credit: AFP An all-round performance from Wiaan Mulder …

2024 yearender: A cup high, a home low
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2024 yearender: A cup high, a home low

Hindustan Times  

In the 13 years, two months and 26 days since April 2, 2011, India’s relationship with the cricket World Cup had become a one-way street of unrequited love. The Champions Trophy 2013 was a much-celebrated follow-up of the ODI World Cup win but the absurdly high count of near-misses thereafter injected a strain of nervous uncertainty whenever India were in …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's last dance and push for transition: Expectations from Indian cricket in 2025
1 week, 3 days ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's last dance and push for transition: Expectations from Indian cricket in 2025

Hindustan Times  

The year 2024 proved fruitful for Indian cricket, as the men's team lifted the T20 World Cup trophy after a long wait since 2007. The women's team will also be under immense pressure to end the ICC title drought under Harmanpreet Kaur's captaincy as India will host the ODI World Cup next year. However, when India last played an ICC …

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to retire soon? Ravi Shastri delivers verdict, says ’Rohit isn’t the same, Virat will…’
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Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to retire soon? Ravi Shastri delivers verdict, says ’Rohit isn’t the same, Virat will…’

Live Mint  

Veteran Indian batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma once again failed to make an impact as they were dismissed cheaply in both innings of the fourth Test between India and Australia in Melbourne. Commentator Mark Nicholas asked Shastri on Star Sports' lunchtime show if this was the end of the road for both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. While Shastri …

Only 1 Indian in ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer Of The Year nomination: no, it’s not Jaspreet Bumrah
1 week, 4 days ago

Only 1 Indian in ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer Of The Year nomination: no, it’s not Jaspreet Bumrah

Live Mint  

ICC has recently revealed its four-nominee shortlist for Men's T20I Cricketer Of The Year Award and only one Indian has made the cut. Arshdeep Singh, who played a key role in India's victory at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, has been nominated for the ICC Men's T20I Cricketer of the Year award. The seamer has filled the much-needed role …

New Zealand announce T20I and ODI squads for Sri Lanka series, Mumbai Indians star gets maiden call-up
2 weeks, 4 days ago

New Zealand announce T20I and ODI squads for Sri Lanka series, Mumbai Indians star gets maiden call-up

India TV News  

New Zealand have announced their squads for the upcoming ODI and T20I series against Sri Lanka at home. They have handed a maiden call-up to big hitter Bevon Jacobs who made the headlines last month after Mumbai Indians picked him in the IPL 2025 mega auction. Key players like Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell and Matt Henry have returned to both …

England announces squads for upcoming India tour and Champions Trophy 2025
2 weeks, 4 days ago

England announces squads for upcoming India tour and Champions Trophy 2025

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : The England Cricket Board on Sunday announced the squads for next month's white-ball tour of India, which includes three ODIs, five T20Is, and the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025, as reported by the ICC. England announces squads for upcoming India tour and Champions Trophy 2025 Returning to the ODI side is experienced batter Joe Root, who last …

Root returns to England''s ODI squad for India tour, Champions Trophy; Ahmed in T20Is
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Root returns to England''s ODI squad for India tour, Champions Trophy; Ahmed in T20Is

Hindustan Times  

London, Veteran batter Joe Root’s return to 50-over format after more than a year headlined England’s squad announcement for the ODI tour to India and the ICC Champions Trophy. Root returns to England''s ODI squad for India tour, Champions Trophy; Ahmed in T20Is Root’s previous assignment in the format was the 50-over World Cup held in India in 2023. England …

England name squads for India ODI, T20I series, Jos Buttler to lead
2 weeks, 5 days ago

England name squads for India ODI, T20I series, Jos Buttler to lead

India Today  

Joe Root has returned to the national white-ball setup after more than a year as England named their squads for the ODI and T20I series for the tour of India. The T20I series between India and England is set to take place from January 22 to February 2. Jos Buttler has been named the skipper for both the ODI and …

Rohit Sharma's Unwanted ODI Record: A Historic First No Indian Captain Would Want
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Rohit Sharma's Unwanted ODI Record: A Historic First No Indian Captain Would Want

ABP News  

The year 2024 has been a mixed journey for Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma. Also on ABP Live | IND vs AUS 4th Test: KL Rahul's Freak Injury Scare Caught On Camera - WATCH Also, Rohit became the first Indian captain to suffer a 3-0 home Test series loss. Indian cricket team, under captain Rohit, lost a Test series 3-0 …

‘Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma should watch videos where they scored centuries after centuries’: Sunil Gavaskar to HT
2 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma should watch videos where they scored centuries after centuries’: Sunil Gavaskar to HT

Hindustan Times  

It will be no exaggeration to classify the Indian batting into two eras – Before Gavaskar and After Gavaskar. “I just get the feeling that there is a certain urgency, a certain rush that the Indian batters are showing, which on Australian surfaces when the ball is new and the bounce is something that you are not used to, is …

The peaks and valleys in Indian cricket in 2024: The end of World Cup drought and a new low in Tests
2 weeks, 6 days ago

The peaks and valleys in Indian cricket in 2024: The end of World Cup drought and a new low in Tests

India TV News  

The end of a wait for a World Cup crown! India finally got their hands on the T20 World Cup 2024, which saw the nation dive into jubilation. For say, India suffered their first-ever home series sweep of three or more Test matches in 2024 against a New Zealand side that lost everything left and right to it. India's 4-1 …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma To Retire After IND vs AUS Tests, Miss Out On Champions Trophy?
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma To Retire After IND vs AUS Tests, Miss Out On Champions Trophy?

ABP News  

Ravichandran Ashwin's surprise retirement during the ongoing IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy has sparked speculation about other senior players, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, potentially retiring soon. Also on ABP Live | 'Anushka Found Virat Crying': Varun Dhawan's Emotional Revelation About 'Captain Kohli' - WATCH Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli'ss decisions regarding retirement may depend on India's performance in …

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to follow Ravichandran Ashwin’s footsteps in ‘Summer of 2025’? Here’s what report says
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to follow Ravichandran Ashwin’s footsteps in ‘Summer of 2025’? Here’s what report says

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement after India vs Australia's third Test in Brisbane has sent shockwaves around the cricketing fraternity. With the Indian team ‘going through a transition’ according to Jasprit Bumrah, Ashwin's retirement might be just a footstep for the ‘last bunch of OGs’ to make their way out in the 'Summer of 2025'. “How much of this decision is …

'Virat Kohli spends good amount of time in UK so...': RCB Team Director reveals India legend's role in auction strategy
3 weeks ago

'Virat Kohli spends good amount of time in UK so...': RCB Team Director reveals India legend's role in auction strategy

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru let go of Mohammed Siraj and Glenn Maxwell in the Indian Premier League mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, but the franchise managed to pick up the likes of Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, and Krunal Pandya. RCB Team Director Mo Bobat has now revealed what Virat Kohli had to say about the squad …

What are the chances of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli following R Ashwin into Test retirement as early as next year?
3 weeks ago

What are the chances of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli following R Ashwin into Test retirement as early as next year?

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma has never shied away from taking responsibility, especially since he became India’s all-format captain in March 2022. How long do you think will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma continue to play Tests for India? The next two Tests in Australia will go a long way towards how the future shapes up – whether Rohit is around in Old …

From Sanju Samson To Tilak Verma: Top Indian Run-Scorers In T20 Cricket This Year
3 weeks, 1 day ago

From Sanju Samson To Tilak Verma: Top Indian Run-Scorers In T20 Cricket This Year

ABP News  

India's highest run-scorer in T20Is in 2024: This year has been exceptional for Indian T20 cricket, highlighted by their triumphant victory in ICC Men's T20 World Cup. The Indian cricket team, led by senior opener Rohit Sharma, clinched the T20 World Cup title by defeating South Africa in the final held in West Indies. Here's a look at the top …

Year Ender 2024: Team India's Rising Stars Who Debuted In 2024
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Year Ender 2024: Team India's Rising Stars Who Debuted In 2024

ABP News  

Cricketers who debuted for India in 2024: As 2024 comes to a close, it has been a year of mixed fortunes for the Indian cricket team. While the T20 format brought immense joy to die-hard Indian cricket team fanbase with Rohit Sharma & Co. securing a historic T20 World Cup win in West Indies, Test cricket witnessed underwhelming performances, even …

SA vs PAK 2nd T20I Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for South Africa vs Pakistan match in Centurion
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4 weeks ago

SA vs PAK 2nd T20I Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for South Africa vs Pakistan match in Centurion

India TV News  

It was a strange clash that a team that won the game wouldn't be happy with their performance and the one that came second won't be too disheartened as they eventually got really close. South Africa won the series opener in Durban by 11 runs riding on David Miller's whirlwind knock and returning George Linde's all-round show. The comeback from …

SA vs PAK 1st T20I Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for South Africa vs Pakistan match in Durban
1 month ago

SA vs PAK 1st T20I Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for South Africa vs Pakistan match in Durban

India TV News  

Only three players may be common and out of those only one in the playing XI but that doesn't change the fact that South Africa after finishing the Test series against Sri Lanka, will be quick into their work in the three-match T20 series against Pakistan, a little over 36 hours later. South Africa being without a few of their …

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

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

India TV News  

South Africa's late dash saw them one win away from a place in the World Test Championship final. Top 10 Trending Sports Stories South Africa inch closer to a spot in the WTC final South Africa's late dash towards a spot in the WTC final continued as the Proteas thrashed Sri Lanka 2-0 in the two-match Test series. South Africa …

SA vs PAK, 1st T20I: All changed South Africa turns to Pakistan white-ball series a day after Test triumph over Lankans
1 month ago

SA vs PAK, 1st T20I: All changed South Africa turns to Pakistan white-ball series a day after Test triumph over Lankans

The Hindu  

While South Africa’s Test team was on the field against Sri Lanka in Gqeberha, a separate group of players were in Pretoria preparing for a Twenty20 series against Pakistan. It is the first of six white-ball matches—three T20 internationals and three one-day internationals—to be played by Pakistan before it meets South Africa in two Test matches. Only Ryan Rickelton of …

All change as South Africa turn to Pakistan white-ball series
1 month ago

All change as South Africa turn to Pakistan white-ball series

Hindustan Times  

While South Africa's Test team were on the field against Sri Lanka in Gqeberha, a separate group of players were in Pretoria preparing for a Twenty20 series against Pakistan. It is the first of six white-ball matches - three T20 internationals and three one-day internationals - to be played by Pakistan before they meet South Africa in two Test matches. …

South Africa vs Pakistan – T20 series: When, where, teams, head-to-head
1 month ago

South Africa vs Pakistan – T20 series: When, where, teams, head-to-head

Al Jazeera  

Klaasen leads South Africa in Markram’s absence as they meet Rizwan-led Pakistan in three-match T20 series from Tuesday. The runners-up of the last two ICC Men’s T20 World Cups, South Africa in 2024 and Pakistan in 2022, have both seen their T20 fortunes drop in recent bilateral T20 series. First T20: Tuesday, December 10, 6pm at Sahara Stadium, Kingsmead, Durban …

PCB Announce Squad For South Africa Tour; 'Multan Test Hero' Shockingly Misses Out
1 month ago

PCB Announce Squad For South Africa Tour; 'Multan Test Hero' Shockingly Misses Out

ABP News  

Pakistan's Tour Of South Africa 2024: Pakistan Cricket Board have officially announced the Pakistan squad of all formats for their upcoming tour of South Africa on Wednesday, December 4, as the side eyes intense preparation for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and a place in World Test Championship Final 2025. Pakistan Squads For South Africa Tour: Tests: Shan Masood, Saud Shakeel, …

Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy
1 month ago

Pakistan rest Afridi for South Africa Tests with eye on Champions Trophy

Al Jazeera  

Shaheen Afridi’s exclusion from Test squad termed a ‘strategic decision’ in advance of the home ICC event in February-March 2025. Pakistan have omitted leading fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi from their Test squad for the upcoming tour of South Africa as they look to keep him “physically and mentally fresh” for the ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan Cricket Board selector Aaqib …

2nd Test BGT 2024: Where will Rohit Sharma bat? Harbhajan Singh says, ’I don’t see…’
1 month ago

2nd Test BGT 2024: Where will Rohit Sharma bat? Harbhajan Singh says, ’I don’t see…’

Live Mint  

As India gear up for the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 against Australia at the Adelaide Oval, all eyes are on captain Rohit Sharma and his batting position. Former Indian cricket player Harbhajan Singh weighed in on this decision, emphasising that Rohit’s strength lies in the top order. Harbhajan believes Rohit should ideally open or bat at number …

2nd Test BGT 2024: Where will Rohit Sharma bat? Harbhajan Singh says, ’I don’t see…’
1 month ago

2nd Test BGT 2024: Where will Rohit Sharma bat? Harbhajan Singh says, ’I don’t see…’

Live Mint  

As India gear up for the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 against Australia at the Adelaide Oval, all eyes are on captain Rohit Sharma and his batting position. After India’s commanding victory in the Perth Test, the focus has shifted to how the team will manage its top-order lineup, especially with the return of Rohit and Shubman Gill. …

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 …

Zubaid Akbari receives maiden call-up as Afghanistan announce ODI, T20I squad for Zimbabwe tour
1 month, 1 week ago

Zubaid Akbari receives maiden call-up as Afghanistan announce ODI, T20I squad for Zimbabwe tour

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Young left-hand batter Zubaid Akbari received maiden call-up as the Afghanistan Cricket Board announced the squad for the upcoming ODI and T20I series against Zimbabwe on Sunday. Zubaid Akbari receives maiden call-up as Afghanistan announce ODI, T20I squad for Zimbabwe tour Darwish Rasooli returned to the T20I side following an impressive domestic season, having led Afghanistan to …

Rohit to return, KL Rahul at No.3 or No.6? India's likely playing XI for 2nd Test against Australia
1 month, 1 week ago

Rohit to return, KL Rahul at No.3 or No.6? India's likely playing XI for 2nd Test against Australia

India TV News  

India face a big dilemma regarding their playing eleven for the second Test match against Australia starting on December 5. Dhruv Jurel started in the No.6 position ahead of Sarfaraz Khan in Perth while Nitish Reddy and Yash Thakur made their Test debuts. But with Rohit returning and Gill getting fit, the management is facing a big question regarding India's …

Fakhar Zaman in line for Pakistan team return during South Africa tour
1 month, 1 week ago

Fakhar Zaman in line for Pakistan team return during South Africa tour

India Today  

Senior players Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah are in line to make a comeback to the national One-day squad for the South Africa tour. "Fakhar who was dropped for the white-ball series in Australia and Zimbabwe because of a failed fitness test and knee problem has apparently worked on his fitness and is in line …

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