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Rohit Sharma Was Informed About ODI Captaincy Change 'Some Time Ago': Report
Shubman Gill has replaced Rohit as India's new ODI captain for the three-match series, and Rohit is still in the team with no leadership position.
Women’s World Cup: Kranti, Deepti Star with Three-Fers as India Crush Pakistan by 88 Runs
In defense of 247, India bowlers put up a clinical show. Kranti Gaud (3/20) and Deepti Sharma (3/45) were the prime movers as they bowled out Pakistan for 159 in 43 overs. The victory was India's 12th consecutive one against Pakistan in the format and took them to the number one position in the points table.
'Interest Of Team': BCCI breaks silence on Rohit Sharma's removal as ODI captain
India's most recent ODI task under Rohit's leadership was the Champions Trophy, which was won by the side earlier this year. Agarkar admitted that it was not an easy decision to replace a successful captain.
Mohsin Naqvi to be awarded Gold Medal for ‘Running Away’ with Asia Cup Trophy: Report
Advocate Ghulam Abbas Jamal, President of the Sindh and Karachi Basketball Associations, announced the award, saying that Naqvi’s conduct had “restored national pride” during a time of heightened political and sporting tensions between India and Pakistan.
Australia Tour: Shubman Gill replaces Rohit Sharma as India's ODI captain
The panel headed by Agarkar met on Saturday to confirm the Australia tour team. The head coach Gautam Gambhir was consulted before the decision to remove Rohit as captain was made. Gill had already become the Test captain earlier this year after Rohit Sharma's retirement from the longest format.
1st Test: Jadeja and Siraj star as India crush West Indies by an innings and 140 runs to take 1-0 lead
Starting the day with a 286-run lead, India declared their first innings at 448/5, setting up a commanding position. The West Indies crumbled early, slipping to 46/5 in their second innings. Although Alick Athanaze (38) and Justin Greaves (25) put up brief resistance through a 46-run partnership, the visitors folded for 146 in 45.1 overs, sealing a dominant Indian victory.
1st Test: Centuries from Rahul, Jurel, and Jadeja extend India’s lead to 286 runs, deflate WI
Rahul (100 off 197 balls), Jurel (125 off 210), and Jadeja (104* off 178) each brought their own flair to the innings, celebrating their centuries in unique fashion—Rahul dedicating his to his daughter, Jurel saluting the Indian Army, and Jadeja performing his trademark sword gesture.
Shahid Afridi Urges Mohsin Naqvi to Choose Between PCB Role and Federal Ministry
News reports have it that ex-all-rounder Shahid Afridi went on record as demanding Naqvi resign from one of his roles after the Asia Cup misadventure on Sunday. To his woes, Naqvi is also President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) after India's Jay Shah shifted to the ICC.
BCCI Raises Strong Objections to Mohsin Naqvi Over Asia Cup Trophy Controversy
Rajeev Shukla, the BCCI representative at the meeting, allegedly grilled Naqvi with some tough questions. "Why was not the trophy presented to the victorious team? The ACC trophy is not for personal use by one individual," Shukla allegedly inquired during the discussions.
Beating Pakistan through Asia Cup win was ideal response to sledging: Tilak
Tilak's steady knock of 69 not out enabled India to chase down Pakistan's 147-run target by five wickets in the title decider in Dubai on Sunday.
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