Suresh Raina gets heartfelt letter from wife Priyanka as he completes 15 years in international cricket
4 years, 5 months ago

Suresh Raina gets heartfelt letter from wife Priyanka as he completes 15 years in international cricket

India Today  

Suresh Raina's wife Priyanka shared a heartfelt letter written to her husband who completed 15 years in international cricket on Thursday. Raina, who won the 2011 World Cup and the 2013 Champions Trophy under Dhoni, has played 226 ODIs, scoring 5615 runs, including 5 hundreds and 36 fifties. On the 15th anniversary of his foray into international cricket, Priyanka Raina said she is in awe of the India star's resilience even as 'there was no tolerance or constructive approach shown towards even the smallest lacking you may have shown'. Love, Rio, Gracia & Priyanka #15yearsofraina pic.twitter.com/rrcqbpF7OA — Priyanka Chaudhary Raina July 30, 2020 Raina is among the few top cricketers in India who have resumed training following the lockdowns due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.

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From Mumbai to the US: Saurabh Netravalkar's long route to taking on the best
1 year, 5 months ago

From Mumbai to the US: Saurabh Netravalkar's long route to taking on the best

Hindustan Times  

Ask any sportsperson how hard it is to quit in the prime of your career. The left-arm pacer from Mumbai took the call to pursue higher studies in the United States, leaving behind his cricket dreams in India. As Rahul, along with other 2010 U-19 World Cup players Mayank Agarwal and Jaydev Unadkat, chalked their journey towards the senior India …

Suresh Raina named in Lanka Premier League 2023 player auction list
1 year, 6 months ago

Suresh Raina named in Lanka Premier League 2023 player auction list

The Hindu  

Former India cricketer and one of the most successful batters for IPL side Chennai Super Kings, Suresh Raina’s name figures in the list of players who will go under the hammer during the Lanka Premier League 2023 auction, scheduled here on June 14. Sri Lanka Cricket on Monday issued a list of international and domestic cricketers who will be up …

Watch: Mai Shahid Afridi nahi hoon - Suresh Raina's hilarious response to comeback question
1 year, 9 months ago

Watch: Mai Shahid Afridi nahi hoon - Suresh Raina's hilarious response to comeback question

India TV News  

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina is currently busy playing in the ongoing edition of Legends League Cricket for India Maharajas. However, more than his knock, Raina hogged the limelight for his hilarious press conference where he was asked about making a comeback to IPL. Coming back to his press conference, Suresh Raina was asked about making a comeback to the …

'I played for MS Dhoni, then I played for the country': Suresh Raina
1 year, 11 months ago

'I played for MS Dhoni, then I played for the country': Suresh Raina

Firstpost  

MS Dhoni shocked the cricketing world on 15 August 2020 by announcing his retirement from the international arena. What followed Dhoni’s retirement, who had captained India to the No 1 spot in Tests, victories in ICC ODI and T20 World Cups and ICC Champions Trophy, was the sudden announcement from Suresh Raina, just 30 minutes later, that he was also …

Suresh Raina Birthday: 5 best innings of Suresh Raina in IPL history
2 years, 1 month ago

Suresh Raina Birthday: 5 best innings of Suresh Raina in IPL history

India TV News  

Image Source : Twitter 1/5 The blistering 25-balls 87 against KXIP - Raina played majestic innings of 87 at a top strike rate of 348 before getting run-out to give hope to CSK but getting wickets on a regular basis, KXIP won this game by 24 runs. Image Source : Twitter 2/5 98 off 55 balls against RR - In …

Suresh Raina, one of India’s feistiest entertainers
2 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina, one of India’s feistiest entertainers

The Hindu  

“Cricket is a pursuit where the lessons of life are learnt. From golden duck to maiden Test Ton Raina’s India journey had an inauspicious start on July 30, 2005: he was dismissed for a golden duck against Sri Lanka. Considered a modern-day great in limited-overs cricket, Raina represented India in 226 ODIs, amassing 5,615 runs with five centuries and 36 …

Suresh Raina retires: A tribute to the cricketer who believed
2 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina retires: A tribute to the cricketer who believed

The Hindu  

Ahead of the 2014 England tour, Suresh Raina sought guidance from Sachin Tendulkar to finetune his technique. The Master Blaster told a young Raina to “Believe in yourself, you can do it.” Raina went on to win the ‘Man of the Series’ award that English summer, scoring 160 runs and scalping four wickets in five ODIs. Then seven years later, …

Suresh Raina lost MS Dhoni's loyalty: Simon Doull on why CSK did not buy 'Chinna Thala' in IPL Auction
2 years, 10 months ago

Suresh Raina lost MS Dhoni's loyalty: Simon Doull on why CSK did not buy 'Chinna Thala' in IPL Auction

India Today  

Former New Zealand cricketer and commentator Simon Doull opened up on Suresh Raina going unsold at the two-day Indian Premier League 2022 mega auction. Doull, who has been part of the IPL for the past few years, pointed out that Raina lost the loyalty of Chennai Super Kings and captain MS Dhoni in the UAE before the start of IPL …

'He's known for brilliant fielding, hitting the ball out of ground. But we haven't seen it': Pollock on Raina's struggle
3 years, 3 months ago

'He's known for brilliant fielding, hitting the ball out of ground. But we haven't seen it': Pollock on Raina's struggle

Hindustan Times  

Veteran batsman Suresh Raina is called Mr. IPL for a season. After missing out the previous season on personal grounds, Raina opened his IPL 2021 campaign in style, scoring a half-century in CSK' first match of the season. Former South Africa captain Shaun Pollock weighed in on Raina's struggle this season, explaining how the CSK batsman has looked far from …

Suresh Raina was missed last year, almost like a new signing for CSK in IPL 2021: Ricky Ponting
3 years, 9 months ago

Suresh Raina was missed last year, almost like a new signing for CSK in IPL 2021: Ricky Ponting

India Today  

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting has spoken highly of Chennai Super Kings ahead of their opening match tie in IPL 2021. Ricky Ponting, head coach of Delhi, has spoken highly of their opponents ahead of their opening game against CSK. According to Ponting, having Suresh Raina back will be huge for the Dhoni-led side and will be like ‘a …

IPL 2021 | Suresh Raina holds the key in Chennai Super Kings' revival: Parthiv Patel
3 years, 9 months ago

IPL 2021 | Suresh Raina holds the key in Chennai Super Kings' revival: Parthiv Patel

India TV News  

Suresh Raina will play a key role as Chennai Super Kings look to revive themselves this Indian Premier League season, according to former wicketkeeper-batsman Parthiv Patel. Raina did not play last season for CSK and the three-time champions failed to qualify for the knockout stages of the IPL for the first time in their history. Now with Suresh Raina coming …

IPL 2020: I don’t own players, can’t decide on Suresh Raina’s comeback, says CSK owner N Srinivasan
4 years, 4 months ago

IPL 2020: I don’t own players, can’t decide on Suresh Raina’s comeback, says CSK owner N Srinivasan

Hindustan Times  

Chennai Super Kings’ owner N Srininvasan on Thursday said that he cannot decide whether India batsman Suresh Raina will make a return to Indian Premier League this year. Raina, citing “personal reasons” had left the CSK camp in the UAE last week and returned home. The former BCCI president Srinivasan was initially furious with Raina’s departure but softened his stance …

Suresh Raina plans to promote cricket in Jammu and Kashmir
4 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina plans to promote cricket in Jammu and Kashmir

The Hindu  

Former India cricketer, Suresh Raina, has come forward to promote cricket in Jammu and Kashmir, providing opportunities to the underprivileged children in the union territory. Raina - who announced his retirement from international cricket on August 15 - wrote to Jammu and Kashmir DGP, Dilbag Singh, stating that he wants to help out the youngsters from the region. “I have …

Suresh Raina in a 'Letter of Proposal' to J&K DGP offers to promote cricket among underprivileged kids in UT
4 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina in a 'Letter of Proposal' to J&K DGP offers to promote cricket among underprivileged kids in UT

India Today  

Suresh Raina announced his retirement from international cricket on August 15 and ended his journey in the Indian colours at the age of 33. Suresh Raina in his 'Letter of Proposal' has expressed his desire to share his 15-year experience of playing cricket at the international level to help children in the valley to make a career in cricket. Raina, …

Suresh Raina, a behemoth in limited-overs cricket
4 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina, a behemoth in limited-overs cricket

The Hindu  

Suresh Raina would remain an enigma in Indian cricket. Frazer said, “Suresh Raina was more naturally talented at the same age than Michael Clarke.” The Aussie had made quite a reputation in international cricket by then and this was a big statement by Frazer, supported by Chappell, to make. Chappell would say, “You have a guy like Raina in the …

Aakash Chopra wants Suresh Raina to 'do a Shahid Afridi' and come out of retirement
4 years, 4 months ago

Aakash Chopra wants Suresh Raina to 'do a Shahid Afridi' and come out of retirement

India TV News  

Cricketer-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra said that he was surprised by Suresh Raina's retirement call. Chopra said that Raina still had time to make a case for himself ahead of the T20 World cup next year and appealed to the former India batsman "to do a Shahid Afirdi" and reverse the decision. "I believe that a couple of brilliant IPLs, may be …

As Suresh Raina announces retirement, PM Modi writes a warm letter to the cricketer: Read the letter
4 years, 4 months ago

As Suresh Raina announces retirement, PM Modi writes a warm letter to the cricketer: Read the letter

Op India  

On Friday, former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina, who announced his retirement on August 15, took to Twitter to share a letter written to him by Prime Minister Modi acknowledging his contributions to cricket and wishing him wishes following his retirement from international cricket. Jai Hind!🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/l0DIeQSFh5 — Suresh Raina🇮🇳 August 21, 2020 In his letter, Prime Minister Modi acknowledged Suresh …

Suresh Raina could have scored a lot more runs had he batted up the order, feels Rahul Dravid
4 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina could have scored a lot more runs had he batted up the order, feels Rahul Dravid

Firstpost  

Dravid, who had presented Raina with the ODI and Test caps, on Tuesday paid glowing tribute to the left-handed batsman. Suresh Raina was a “terrific team man” who could have amassed more runs if he had batted up the order, said batting great Rahul Dravid, saluting him for the role he played in India’s success in white-ball cricket. The 33-year-old …

Suresh Raina reveals reason behind him and MS Dhoni choosing 15 August to announce retirement
4 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina reveals reason behind him and MS Dhoni choosing 15 August to announce retirement

Firstpost  

Suresh Raina, who announced his retirement from international cricket on 15 August along with former India captain MS Dhoni, spoke about the decision and also revealed the day’s events. Suresh Raina, who announced his retirement from international cricket on 15 August along with former India captain MS Dhoni, has spoken about the decision and also revealed the day’s events. According …

Suresh Raina pens heartfelt letter post retirement, thanks Dhoni - cricket news
4 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina pens heartfelt letter post retirement, thanks Dhoni - cricket news

The Hindu  

India's 2011 World Cup winner Suresh Raina announced his international retirement. The left-hander had confirmed on Saturday through social media, which came minutes after his India and Chennai Super Kings captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni announced his retirement. Raina also thanked his former captains including Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble, Sachin Tendulkar and Dhoni under whom he won the 2011 ODI World …

Rohit Sharma says Suresh Raina’s decision to retire ’bit shocking’
4 years, 4 months ago

Rohit Sharma says Suresh Raina’s decision to retire ’bit shocking’

Live Mint  

Indian batsman Rohit Sharma on Sunday said Suresh Raina's decision to retire from international cricket was a "bit shocking" to him as he extended "best wishes" to Raina for his future. Good career bro, have a great retirement, still remember the time when we came into the squad best wishes moving forward @ImRaina," Sharma tweeted. And minutes after Dhoni's retirement, …

Utilitarian and underrated: Suresh Raina goes the way he stayed – in the shadows, with a smile
4 years, 4 months ago

Utilitarian and underrated: Suresh Raina goes the way he stayed – in the shadows, with a smile

Firstpost  

And we must cherish Suresh Raina, the team-man, the doting disciple who didn’t once linger too long seeking the limelight and sailed instead in the shadows. That’s not to imply that Raina was a better ODI cricketer than the Australian – just an indicator towards the brackets that he was in or around after a decade-and-a-half in the game. It …

Virat Kohli congratulates Suresh Raina on a top career
4 years, 4 months ago

Virat Kohli congratulates Suresh Raina on a top career

India TV News  

Team India captain Virat Kohli paid rich tribute southpaw Suresh Raina on his retirement from international cricket on Saturday. The 33-year-old is amongst the few who made centuries across formats, having played 18 Tests, 226 ODIs and 78 T20 Internationals while scoring 768, 5615 and 1605 runs respectively. Raina last played for India in July 2018 against England in the …

Suresh Raina Retires: A look back at his international career
4 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina Retires: A look back at his international career

The Hindu  

Vibrant, electric and match-winning he was on his day. Now, the mercurial Suresh Raina has decided to bid adieu to international cricket along with his friend and mentor, M. S. Dhoni. Jai Hind!.” READ | The 33-year-old dasher from the dusty lanes of Ghaziabad was among India’s finest in the shorter versions of the game with his dare, flair and …

'I choose to join you in this journey', Suresh Raina follows MS Dhoni's footsteps, announces international retirement
4 years, 4 months ago

'I choose to join you in this journey', Suresh Raina follows MS Dhoni's footsteps, announces international retirement

Firstpost  

Suresh Raina announced his retirement from international cricket on the occasion of India’s 74th Independence Day, the same day MS Dhoni decided to call it a day. India cricketer Suresh Raina announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday, signalling the end to a career that spanned 15 years. Raina made his announcement on his official Instagram handle not long …

Suresh Raina follows MS Dhoni, announces retirement
4 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina follows MS Dhoni, announces retirement

Hindustan Times  

Indian cricketer Suresh Raina on Saturday took to social media and informed about his decision to retire from international cricket. India's Suresh Raina waves his bat as his captain MS Dhoni watches after scoring a century while batting against Zimbabwe during their Cricket World Cup Pool B match. One of India’s trusted men on the field, the left-hander scored 5,615 …

After Dhoni, Suresh Raina too bids adieu to international cricket
4 years, 4 months ago

After Dhoni, Suresh Raina too bids adieu to international cricket

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Taking a cue from his teammate M.S. Dhoni, Suresh Raina on Saturday announced retirement from international cricket. Raina's post comes minutes after Dhoni announced over Instagram that he's calling it quits from international cricket. Both Dhoni and his Chennai Super Kings teammate Raina arrived in Chennai on Friday for a short training camp ahead of the IPL in …

'Super proud': Priyanka Raina pens emotional note on husband Suresh Raina's 15 years in int'l cricket
4 years, 5 months ago

'Super proud': Priyanka Raina pens emotional note on husband Suresh Raina's 15 years in int'l cricket

India TV News  

Indian cricketer Suresh Raina made his international debut on this day 15 years ago. Raina made his debut against Sri Lanka in 2005 in an ODI, and has since made 226 appearances for the side in the fifty-over format, 78 in T20Is and 18 in Tests. As fans celebrate the 15 years of his international career, Suresh Raina's wife Priyanka …

It's been a good experience with him, learned a lot of things: Rishabh Pant on training with Suresh Raina
4 years, 5 months ago

It's been a good experience with him, learned a lot of things: Rishabh Pant on training with Suresh Raina

India TV News  

Veteran India batsman Suresh Raina on Monday termed Rishabh Pant as a 'top guy' and said that he wants the young wicketkeeper-batsman to play his natural game. Raina and Pant were seen practising together at the nets as sports presenter Rupha Ramani caught up with the two left-handers in a live Instagram video from Chennai Super Kings' handle. While Raina …

Still have lot of cricket left in me: Suresh Raina remains hopeful of making India comeback
4 years, 7 months ago

Still have lot of cricket left in me: Suresh Raina remains hopeful of making India comeback

India TV News  

Veteran Indian cricketer Suresh Raina on Tuesday said that he still remains hopeful of making a comeback to the Indian cricket team as he reckons that he has a lot of cricket left in him. Raina admitted this during a live video chat on Instagram with India's limited-overs vice-captain Rohit Sharma. Earlier this month, Raina's CSK teammate Ambati Rayudu opined …

CSK 'Chinna Thala' Suresh Raina, wife blessed with baby boy
4 years, 9 months ago

CSK 'Chinna Thala' Suresh Raina, wife blessed with baby boy

The Hindu  

Veteran India batsman Suresh Raina's wife Priyanka gave birth to a baby boy on Monday. May he flows beyond boundaries, bringing peace, renewal & prosperity to everyone’s life,” Raina said in a tweet posting a picture of his new born baby. READ | Raina’s Indian Premier League franchise Chennai Super Kings also congratulated the couple on Twitter saying: “Kutti Thala …

Suresh Raina: Second knee surgery was a tough call to make
5 years, 4 months ago

Suresh Raina: Second knee surgery was a tough call to make

The Hindu  

Out-of-favour India batsman Suresh Raina, who underwent a second knee surgery a couple of days ago, said it was a tough decision to make as he knew it would keep him out of action for a few months. The 32-year-old left-hander had a niggling knee problem since last season and will require at least six weeks of intense rehabilitation for …

Suresh Raina pips Virat Kohli to become first player to breach the 5000-run mark in IPL
5 years, 9 months ago

Suresh Raina pips Virat Kohli to become first player to breach the 5000-run mark in IPL

India TV News  

Suresh Raina became the first player ever to reach 5000 runs in the Indian Premier League as Chennai Super Kings took on the Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Chepauk on Saturday. Before the start of the match, Raina needed 15 runs to go past the barrier and second to him is Virat Kohli, who has 4954 runs to his name. …

Suresh Raina 1st man to score 5000 runs in Indian Premier League
5 years, 9 months ago

Suresh Raina 1st man to score 5000 runs in Indian Premier League

India Today  

Suresh Raina on Saturday became the first batsman to complete 5000 runs in the Indian Premier League and consolidated his place at the top of the all-time list of run-scorers in the tournament. 5000 #ChinnaThala @ImRaina wins the race against Virat Kohli to become the first batsman to scale 5000 #VIVOIPL runs #CSKvRCB pic.twitter.com/DczcxCMsUH IndianPremierLeague March 23, 2019 Last year …

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