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Ashwin Praises Rohit Sharma: ‘I have played under many captains but there's something in him'.
Ashwin's absence from the second Test was conspicuous after he left following the second day's play, citing the pressing family situation. Despite missing the third day of play, Ashwin made a significant mark by claiming his 500th Test wicket, dismissing England's opener Zak Crawley on Day Two of the third Test in Rajkot, thus becoming the second-fastest to reach this milestone.
PV Sindhu Advances, Prannoy and Srikanth Stumble: Highlights from All England Championships
Sindhu, ranked 11th globally and a former world champion, demonstrated her prowess by clinching the first game 21-10 against her German opponent, Li Yvonne Li, who then retired from the match. This allowed Sindhu a smooth passage into the next round of the competition.
'I was dreaming about it, now it's real': Lucky Loser Nardi Shocks Djokovic at Indian Wells
Meanwhile, Gael Monfils captivated the audience with an impressive comeback against former champion Cameron Norrie. Despite trailing by a set and 3-0, the 37-year-old Frenchman staged a remarkable turnaround, demonstrating remarkable shot-making and flair to secure a 6-7(5), 7-6(5), 6-3 triumph. Monfils' electrifying performance sets up an exciting fourth-round clash with either his compatriot Arthur Fils or the ninth seed, Casper Ruud.
Australia Coach McDonald Indicates Smith to Maintain Opening Role for India Series
The much-anticipated clash between India and Australia is scheduled between November of this year and January of 2025, marking India's quest to defend the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which they have held since 2018-19 and 2020-21.
England's Struggle Against Kuldeep Yadav: Insights from Boycott]
Although England began the five-match series triumphantly in Hyderabad, their performance gradually deteriorated, culminating in a 1-4 loss, with Kuldeep claiming 19 wickets across four matches.
Rishabh Pant Cleared for IPL as Wicketkeeper-Batsman; Shami and Prasidh Sidelined
Pant, representing the Delhi Capitals, has completed an extensive rehabilitation process and is primed to take on the dual role when the IPL kicks off on March 22.
Examining the Ebb and Flow of Stokes' Captaincy: Insights from Ian Chappell
Stokes' aggressive style had previously yielded success for England, with victories in 10 out of their first 11 Tests under his leadership. However, recent series have seen England struggle to secure wins, drawing against New Zealand and Australia before succumbing to a 4-1 defeat against India.
Boycott Advocates Transition from Sentimental Selections: Urges England to Cultivate Young Seamers
At 41, Anderson stands as a testament to endurance and skill, but with the upcoming Ashes tour to Australia in 2025-26, Boycott contends that England must look beyond sentimentality and cultivate a cadre of young, resilient fast bowlers. Despite Anderson's impressive standing as the third-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket, Boycott emphasizes the physical toll that fast bowling exacts, especially on demanding pitches in Australia.
Jay Shah: Rishabh Pant's Wicket-keeping Crucial for Men’s T20 World Cup Inclusion
Pant, renowned for his left-handed batting and wicketkeeping skills, has been absent from competitive cricket since surviving a harrowing car accident on December 30, 2022, en route to his hometown Roorkee. During Pant's hiatus, Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson, and Jitesh Sharma have emerged as potential wicketkeeping alternatives for India in the T20 format.
National Wrestling Trials: Olympian Vinesh Faces Devastating 0-10 Defeat in 53kg Semifinals
Vinesh, also contending in the 50kg category, displayed her prowess earlier by triumphing over Nirmala 10-0 in the semis. Later in the evening, she bounced back to conquer Shivanee with a score of 11-6 in the 50kg final.
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