Manoj Tiwary reverses retirement, to give 'one more try' at guiding Bengal to Ranji Trophy title
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary reverses retirement, to give 'one more try' at guiding Bengal to Ranji Trophy title

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Kolkata: Less than a week after he announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, former India batter Manoj Tiwary on Tuesday said he has decided to reverse his decision and wants to give “one more try” to win the elusive Ranji Trophy title with Bengal. The Tiwary-led Bengal were overwhelming favourites to win the title at home last season, but Saurashtra defeated them by nine wickets in a repeat of the outcome of the 2019-20 season’s final. Sometimes our last chance becomes our first Success 👍 Giving it myself one more year for bengal cricket team to play and win the Ranji trophy with my teammates 🏆 So I’m back playing the game which has been my passion and love all my life ❤️ Sorry for the inconvenience 🙏 pic.twitter.com/6kyFhNQjJv — MANOJ TIWARY August 8, 2023 Tiwary said his sudden decision to say “goodbye to cricket” by posting a farewell post on Instagram on Thursday had taken everyone by surprise, including his wife. Bengal captain yet to be decided Tiwary may have successfully led Bengal last season but it’s not clear whether he would retain the captaincy in the upcoming season.

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Manoj Tiwary slapped with fine over viral 'Ranji Trophy should be scrapped' rant
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Manoj Tiwary slapped with fine over viral 'Ranji Trophy should be scrapped' rant

Hindustan Times  

A day after his retirement from all forms of cricket, former India batter Manoj Tiwary has revealed that he was fined 20% of his Ranji Trophy match fees for hitting out at the way India's premier domestic competition is losing importance. File photo of Manoj Tiwary in action during Ranji Trophy match On February 10, the 38-year-old had posted on …

Saurabh Tiwary to retire from professional cricket after Jharkhand’s final Ranji Trophy match
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Saurabh Tiwary to retire from professional cricket after Jharkhand’s final Ranji Trophy match

The Hindu  

Left-handed batter Saurabh Tiwary on Monday decided to retire from professional cricket after Jharkhand’s final league match of the Ranji Trophy against Rajasthan in Jamshedpur from February 16. Announcing his retirement from all formats of the game following the Ranji Trophy match versus Rajasthan, the 34-year-old Tiwary said it was appropriate time for him to take the decision as he …

Ranji Trophy: Bengal captain Manoj Tiwary 'absolutely frustrated' with current state of premier First-Class competition
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Ranji Trophy: Bengal captain Manoj Tiwary 'absolutely frustrated' with current state of premier First-Class competition

Firstpost  

India and Bengal batter Manoj Tiwary went into an explosive tirade on social media on Saturday regarding the current state of the Ranji Trophy, the country’s premier domestic cricketing competition, calling for it to be “scrapped off from the calendar” from the next season. Tiwary, who reversed his decision to retire from all forms of the sport last year to …

Fan's Nostradamus-esque 18-month-old prediction of Rayudu, Manoj Tiwary's U-turn from retirement goes viral
1 year, 5 months ago

Fan's Nostradamus-esque 18-month-old prediction of Rayudu, Manoj Tiwary's U-turn from retirement goes viral

India TV News  

Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary took a U-turn on his retirement on Tuesday, August 8 announcing that he still wants to play one more year for Bengal in an attempt to win the coveted Ranji Trophy. The Bengal cricketer is not the only one to do it in recent times as Moeen Ali came back from his Test retirement to …

Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from cricket: 'Goodbye to the game'
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from cricket: 'Goodbye to the game'

Firstpost  

Manoj Tiwary has announced his retirement from all formats of the game. His last game was the Ranji Trophy final defeat to Saurashtra earlier this year, where he top scored in the second innings. Thanking his former teammates, loved ones, and coach Manabendra Ghosh, Tiwary wrote: “Manabendra Ghosh, my father figure like coach has been the pillar in the cricketing …

Manoj Tiwary Announces Retirement From All Forms of Cricket
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary Announces Retirement From All Forms of Cricket

The Quint  

“Taking this opportunity to convey my sincere gratitude to the people who all have played a part in my cricketing journey. Thank you to my all my coaches starting from my childhood till last year who all have played a part in my cricketing achievements. Further expressing his gratitude towards his family, the Bengal cricketer said, “Thank you to my …

Manoj Tiwary Retirement: Bengal cricket’s unsung hero calls it a day, a recap of achievements
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary Retirement: Bengal cricket’s unsung hero calls it a day, a recap of achievements

The Hindu  

Around this time last year, Manoj Tiwary was in two minds - whether to hang up his boots or continue playing for another season? Having played together for years, Shukla managed to convince Tiwary to carry on for another season and together, they dreamed of breaking the Ranji Trophy title jinx. Tiwary listened to ‘LR’ - as Shukla is fondly …

Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from all forms of cricket
1 year, 5 months ago

Manoj Tiwary announces retirement from all forms of cricket

The Hindu  

India and Bengal batter Manoj Tiwary announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Thursday. Thank u Sir and wish u a speedy recovery, as your health is not keeping well.” Tiwary last played for India in 2015, when a second-string side toured Zimbabwe for an ODI series, scoring 34 runs in three ODIs. Before that, Tiwary was given …

With Ranji Trophy glory in sight, Manoj Tiwary puts retirement plans on hold
1 year, 10 months ago

With Ranji Trophy glory in sight, Manoj Tiwary puts retirement plans on hold

The Hindu  

Much before the Ranji Trophy got underway, Manoj Tiwary had indicated that this could well be his last domestic season. So, as of now, I want to keep the retirement plans on hold and don’t want to make such an announcement so that the focus shifts on to something else,” Tiwary told Sportstar. Even when I played for India, I …

Manoj Tiwary, an indomitable spirit, keeps Bengal’s Ranji Trophy title hopes burning
1 year, 10 months ago

Manoj Tiwary, an indomitable spirit, keeps Bengal’s Ranji Trophy title hopes burning

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary is a man on a mission. At 37, he is leading Bengal’s charge for a third Ranji Trophy title and the first in almost 33 years. Having led Bengal last in the 2018-19 season, Tiwary assumed the leadership role again for the 2022-23 Ranji Trophy campaign as Abhimanyu Easwaran would have missed the first two games due to …

In Ranji semis, Minister Manoj Tiwary still living the dream
1 year, 11 months ago

In Ranji semis, Minister Manoj Tiwary still living the dream

Hindustan Times  

Manoj Tiwary is always on the move. Bengal’s Ranji captain as well as minister of state for youth and sports affairs, Tiwary has no say over his own time. At 37, Tiwary’s life and aspirations have changed but no motivation is bigger for him than winning the Ranji Trophy for Bengal. This is why he is still pushing himself for …

Manoj Tiwary hints at retirement at end of ongoing Ranji season
2 years ago

Manoj Tiwary hints at retirement at end of ongoing Ranji season

Firstpost  

Kolkata: Indian batter Manoj Tiwary has hinted that the ongoing 2022-23 season of Ranji Trophy could be his final one in first-class cricket, but he wants to make sure to give Bengal a Ranji Trophy title on his “way out”. If we want to win the Ranji Trophy, we must take our game to the next level,” ESPNCricinfo quoted Tiwary …

Ranji Trophy: Tiwary-led Bengal takes on Uttar Pradesh in battle of last season’s semifinalists
2 years ago

Ranji Trophy: Tiwary-led Bengal takes on Uttar Pradesh in battle of last season’s semifinalists

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary will have the unique distinction of wearing two hats for Bengal as the state Sports Minister will captain the side against Uttar Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy opener at the Eden Gardens here on Tuesday. The biggest challenge for Bengal, which reached the quarterfinals of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and narrowly missed out on a Vijay Hazare …

Manoj Tiwary back as Bengal captain for first two Ranji Trophy matches
2 years ago

Manoj Tiwary back as Bengal captain for first two Ranji Trophy matches

Firstpost  

Kolkata: Veteran Manoj Tiwary was back as Bengal captain for their first two matches in the Ranji Trophy with regular skipper Abhimanyu Easwaran joining Team India for the Test series against Bangladesh as a cover for injured Rohit Sharma. Tiwary was named captain for their first two matches against Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh to be held in Kolkata from …

Manoj Tiwary slams ton in Ranji Trophy, wins hearts with handwritten note for wife
2 years, 6 months ago

Manoj Tiwary slams ton in Ranji Trophy, wins hearts with handwritten note for wife

Firstpost  

Manoj Tiwary went on to complete a fine hundred in the first session of the third day’s play. Manoj Tiwary, who is serving as a minister in the incumbent Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal, is also an intrinsic member of the Bengal team in the Ranji Trophy semi-final against Madhya Pradesh. Tiwary, who serves as the Minister of State …

Manoj Tiwary wins hearts with adorable gesture for family; Bengal player shows handwritten note after scoring 100
2 years, 6 months ago

Manoj Tiwary wins hearts with adorable gesture for family; Bengal player shows handwritten note after scoring 100

Hindustan Times  

Manoj Tiwary continued his stellar form with the willow as the Indian batter hit his second successive hundred on Thursday. The 36-year-old, who is also the Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports in West Bengal, scored 102 off 211 for Bengal in the semi-final match against Madhya Pradesh on the third day at the KSCA Cricket Ground, Alur. …

Manoj Tiwary: Cricket has helped me deal with politics
2 years, 6 months ago

Manoj Tiwary: Cricket has helped me deal with politics

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary uncharacteristically slapped his thigh in celebration after scoring his 28th first-class hundred in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Jharkhand on Friday as a tribute to Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, who was killed last month. Politics has not helped me in cricket but it’s the other way round’ Before the start of Ranji Trophy 2021-22, which began in …

State sports minister Manoj Tiwary named in Bengal Ranji squad
3 years ago

State sports minister Manoj Tiwary named in Bengal Ranji squad

Hindustan Times  

Veteran batter Manoj Tiwary was on Monday named in Bengal's 21-member Ranji Trophy squad less than a year after he made his political debut for ruling Trinamool Congress party in the state. Tiwary, who last played for Bengal in their Ranji final against Saurashtra in March 2020, joined TMC ahead of the Assembly polls and won from Shibpur constituency beating …

Minister Tiwary pads up for Ranji Trophy outing
3 years ago

Minister Tiwary pads up for Ranji Trophy outing

The Hindu  

It's Christmas eve and students at a homeopathic medical college in Belgachia, in Howrah, are excited to spend an evening with Manoj Tiwary. But at the same time, I am also preparing for the Ranji Trophy and want to put in my best efforts for the team,” Tiwary tells Sportstar. “I will clear all the files before leaving for Bengaluru.” …

Manoj Tiwary, Bengal sports minister named in Ranji Trophy squad
3 years ago

Manoj Tiwary, Bengal sports minister named in Ranji Trophy squad

The Hindu  

Veteran batter Manoj Tiwary was on Monday named in Bengal's 21-member Ranji Trophy squad less than a year after he made his political debut for ruling Trinamool Congress party in the state. Tiwary, who last played for Bengal in their Ranji final against Saurashtra in March 2020, joined TMC ahead of the Assembly polls and won from Shibpur constituency beating …

No expectations, no worries keep Manoj Tiwary going
4 years, 9 months ago

No expectations, no worries keep Manoj Tiwary going

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary has been through a lot of hardship. The Ranji Trophy 2019-20 final against Saurashtra marked his 100th outing for the state. Sportstar caught up with the 34-year-old Tiwary outside the Bengal dressing room talking 100, selection and security. The main vision and goal is to give Bengal a Ranji Trophy and I believe we were close, yet so …

Ranji Trophy final: Bengal not wary of Cheteshwar Pujara
4 years, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy final: Bengal not wary of Cheteshwar Pujara

The Hindu  

It is not easy to lead a side from Bengal. And Abhimanyu Easwaran is trying his best to keep the boys calm ahead of their first Ranji Trophy final in 13 years. “It is great to see these guys defending 300 on a decent track against a very good line-up,” the 24-year-old told Sportstar ahead of the big final in …

Ranji Trophy: Bengal not intimidated by big teams, says Manoj Tiwary
4 years, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Bengal not intimidated by big teams, says Manoj Tiwary

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary, who has been playing for Bengal for more than 15 years and led it for four seasons, knows the reason behind the side’s turnaround in attitude and approach this season. As Bengal pipped Odisha in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals at the DRIEMS ground here to make it to the last four after 2017-18, Tiwary said his team did …

Manoj Tiwary: No need for big shots if I am at the other end
4 years, 10 months ago

Manoj Tiwary: No need for big shots if I am at the other end

The Hindu  

Perhaps the most pleasing element for Manoj Tiwary was the application he showed in Bengal’s 48-run win over Punjab at the Dhruve Pandove Stadium. The aim was to hang in there and not throw my wicket away,” Tiwary said after Bengal sealed a Ranji Trophy quarterfinals berth. “It’s frustrating to see them throw away their wickets, especially after they’ve done …

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Tiwary, Nandi fifties give Bengal fighting chance
4 years, 10 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Tiwary, Nandi fifties give Bengal fighting chance

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary and Arnab Nandi hit fifties to put Bengal in the ascendancy on day two of the Ranji Elite A match against Punjab here on Thursday. And by the time, Alang trapped Tiwary in front for a well-crafted 65, the lead had swelled well past 100. Shahbaz then left Bengal in elation as he summoned the sort of spin …

Ranji Trophy: Tiwary to lead Bengal in Easwaran's absence, Tare to continue as Mumbai captain
4 years, 11 months ago

Ranji Trophy: Tiwary to lead Bengal in Easwaran's absence, Tare to continue as Mumbai captain

India TV News  

Seniormost player Manoj Tiwary will be back as Bengal captain in absence of Abhimanyu Easwaran in their upcoming Ranji Trophy match against Delhi at Eden Gardens from Monday. The Cricket Association of Bengal had requested Tiwary to Bengal and he has duly agreed to take the responsibility against Delhi which will be their last home outing of the season. Bengal …

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Tiwary to lead, Saha unlikely to play
4 years, 11 months ago

Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Tiwary to lead, Saha unlikely to play

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary will be back as Bengal captain in absence of Abhimanyu Easwaran in their upcoming Ranji Trophy match against Delhi at Eden Gardens from Monday. Tiwary became the only second from Bengal to hit a triple century as his unbeaten 303 sealed a massive innings and 303 runs win over Hyderabad in their last match at Kalyani, which was …

Manoj Tiwary on India chances: Right now, it is difficult but you never know
4 years, 11 months ago

Manoj Tiwary on India chances: Right now, it is difficult but you never know

The Hindu  

Manoj Tiwary can bat. After watching him, you would have agreed with Bengal coach Arun Lal’s words at the end of the second day’s play at the Bengal Cricket Academy Ground. “Right now the way the Indian team is, it is difficult,” said Tiwary, who has 8,752 first-class runs at an average of 51.79, with 27 hundreds. “But you never …

Abhimanyu Easwaran replaces Manoj Tiwary as Bengal captain in all formats
5 years, 4 months ago

Abhimanyu Easwaran replaces Manoj Tiwary as Bengal captain in all formats

The Hindu  

Abhimanyu Easwaran replaced Manoj Tiwary as captain of the Bengal cricket team in all the three formats for the upcoming domestic season. "The selectors initially had thought of a split captaincy where they looked at the option of having Abhimanyu Easwaran lead the team in four-day format, while Manoj Tiwary will continue in 50-over and T20s. Manoj, whose contribution to …

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