Ashwin answers ‘very simple question’: What sets Dhoni apart as captain? | Cricket News – Times of India

MS Dhoni and Ravichandran Ashwin (File Photo/Agency) Ravichandran Ashwin walked into the sunset of his international cricket career earlier this month, announcing his retirement in the middle of the Australia tour and returned back home at the conclusion of the third Test in Brisbane. But he is not done with domestic cricket yet.Ashwin will continue…

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‘I won’t bowl’: How Ashwin outfoxed Steve Smith’s hidden helmet camera trick | Cricket News – Times of India

Ravichandran Ashwin and Steve Smith (Agency Photos) NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif recently shared a fascinating anecdote from his time at the Delhi Capitals, offering a glimpse into Ravichandran Ashwin’s sharp cricketing mind during the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL) season in Dubai. Speaking in a video on his X (formerly Twitter) handle,…

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IND vs AUS: Ravindra Jadeja pays tribute to ‘on-field mentor’ R Ashwin | Cricket News – Times of India

R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Ravindra Jadeja has expressed that he will deeply miss Ravichandran Ashwin, whom he regarded as an on-field mentor. Ashwin shocked the cricketing fraternity by announcing his retirement midway through the ongoing Test series against Australia, despite seemingly having more to offer to the game.The 38-year-old leaves…

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‘A software that continuously needed upgrades’, Ashwin thrived on reinvention | Cricket News – Times of India

Ravichandran Ashwin. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images) Did rejection hurt him so bad that he couldn’t take it anymore? This question has left the Indian cricket world in a tizzy as R Ashwin – India’s second highest Test wicket-taker – announced his shock retirement from international cricket on a rain-soaked Tuesday afternoon in Brisbane.This wasn’t…

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru explains their decision to opt for Phil Salt instead of Faf du Plessis | Cricket News – Times of India

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have explained their decision to release Faf du Plessis before the IPL mega auction held in Jeddah last month. Delhi Capitals subsequently secured du Plessis for Rs 2 crore.RCB released a video detailing their rationale. Mo Bobat, RCB’s director of cricket operations, highlighted fan input.“All of you voted (fans voted via…

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‘Best friends can become strangers’: Harbhajan Singh with cryptic post after shocking MS Dhoni revelation | Off the field News – Times of India

Harbhajan Singh and MS Dhoni (X Photo) Harbhajan Singh, a former Indian spinner and member of the 2007 and 2011 World Cup-winning teams, recently posted a cryptic message on X (formerly Twitter) following a surprising revelation about his relationship with MS Dhoni.Harbhajan’s post read, “Strangers can become best friends just as easy as best friends…

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IPL brand value reaches whopping $12 billion! Here are the top 10 most valuable IPL brands 2024 – Times of India

CSK, MI, RCB, and KKR-have exceeded $100 million in brand value for the first time. IPL Brand Value: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has established itself as a leading international sports competition, with its total brand value showing a 13% increase to $12 billion, according to the 17th Brand Finance IPL 2024 assessment report. From…

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CSK’s latest recruit Shreyas Gopal dazzles with hat-trick, dismisses Hardik and Krunal Pandya for golden ducks in Mushtaq Ali Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

Shreyas Gopal. (File Pic: Image Credit – X) NEW DELHI: CSK’s latest recruit Shreyas Gopal delivered a sensational performance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy on Tuesday, claiming a stunning hat-trick that included the prized scalps of Pandya brothers Hardik and Krunal, both dismissed for golden ducks at the Emerald High School Ground in Indore.Gopal,…

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