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Ashwin Opts Out of 3rd Test as Mother Faces Health Crisis
In an official statement, the BCCI expressed full support for Ashwin during this challenging time. The board emphasized the importance of prioritizing the health and well-being of players and their families, urging respect for Ashwin's privacy as he deals with the situation.
IND vs ENG, 3rd Test: Ben Duckett's Explosive Century Ignites England's Resilient Response to India's 445
Duckett's aggressive approach left the Indian bowlers grasping at straws as he unleashed a flurry of strokes, amassing an unbeaten 133 runs off a mere 118 balls. His innings, embellished with 21 boundaries and two towering sixes, put India on the defensive from the outset. Whether dispatching short deliveries with disdain or elegantly driving full-length balls through the covers, Duckett exhibited a masterclass in batting proficiency.
A Tale of the First Double Super Over
Imagine the chances of a Super Over ending in a tie and resulting in another one! Well, the odds aren’t that great but it has happened twice on the international stage - the latest being the game played between India and Afghanistan on 17th January 2024. It reminded us of the match where we witnessed this for the first time - Mumbai Indians vs Kings XI Punjab, played on October 18, 2020, in the thirteenth season of the Indian Premier League. In this article, we will turn back the clock and revisit that historical encounter.
‘Felling bad for Sarfaraz Khan’: Ravindra Jadeja apologises after his error causes run-out of the debutant
Sarfaraz had been swiftly advancing in his innings, achieving his debut half-century in a mere 48 deliveries. However, his endeavor to prolong his time at the crease was abruptly halted by a misunderstanding with Jadeja.
INDvsENG, 3rd Test: India fightback strongly after early trouble on Day 1; Rohit, Jadeja score centuries, impressive debut by Sarfaraz Khan
Sarfaraz Khan, making his debut, stole the limelight with a fluent half-century, scoring 62 off just 66 balls. However, his innings was cut short by a tragic run-out following a mix-up with Jadeja, leaving the dressing room in frustration as skipper Rohit expressed his disappointment.
India's centrally contracted players will have to mandatorily play red-ball domestic cricket: Jay Shah
Speaking on the sidelines of the renaming ceremony of the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Shah articulated that the chairman of selectors would wield the authority to make decisions independently if a player chooses to defy directives from the team management.
T20 World Cup: Rohit Sharma to lead Team India, confirms BCCI secretary Jay Shah
With all-rounder Hardik Pandya still in the process of recovering from an ankle injury sustained last October, the board believes Rohit's captaincy should persist in this format.
‘Bazball’ is a mentality driving the game forward, can work in every country: Stuart Broad
Under the leadership of Ben Stokes, the English side displayed remarkable resilience, clinching a gripping opening Test by 28 runs despite initially trailing by 190 runs in the first innings. Subsequently, they showcased their attacking prowess by mounting a record-breaking 399-run chase in the second Test.
IND v ENG: KL Rahul ruled out, Devdutt Padikkal comes in for third Test against England
Initially expected to join the squad on Tuesday, Rahul's plans were halted following scans conducted in Bangalore, which revealed that he hadn't fully recovered.
Sumit Nagal's Remarkable Leap into the ATP Top 100: A Triumph in Tennis
Nagal's recent success adds to his growing list of achievements, notably becoming the first Indian player in 35 years to defeat a seeded opponent at a Grand Slam tournament. This feat was accomplished when he stunned then world no.27 Alexander Bublik of Kazakhstan in the opening round. Despite a subsequent loss to China's Juncheng Shang in the following round, Nagal's resilience and skill were evident.
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