EXPLAINED: Why are India playing three pacers on traditionally spin-friendly Chennai track | Cricket News – Times of India

India’s decision to include three pacers in their playing XI for the opening Test of the two-match series against Bangladesh on a traditionally spin-friendly venue, the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, has surprised many. Sharing India’s playing eleven after Bangladesh won the the toss and chose to bowl on Thursday, Rohit said they have gone…

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‘Stupid statement’: Ex-Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali blasts Australian bowler for predicting 5-0 victory over India in Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali criticized Australian spinner Nathan Lyon for his bold prediction regarding the outcome of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series between Australia and India. Lyon, during an appearance on the Willow Talk podcast, confidently forecasted a 5-0 victory for Australia in the series, a statement that Basit Ali found…

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Exclusive | ‘Bangladesh played very well in Pakistan, but India…’: Mohammad Kaif on why upsets are unlikely in the series – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India have dominated their Test rivalry against Bangladesh, winning the majority of the matches – 11 out of 13 with two ending in draws. Bangladesh have struggled to compete with India’s strong batting line-ups and bowling attacks.India’s batters like Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, and Rahul Dravid have often proven too strong for Bangladesh…

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‘Prophet Muhammad who taught us to…’: Pakistan batter Babar Azam turns to faith amid poor form | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Pakistan captain Babar Azam, currently facing a difficult phase in his cricketing career, recently turned to faith amid mounting pressure on the occasion of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi. Sharing his thoughts on social media platform X, Babar posted a message referencing Prophet Muhammad, saying, “Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the light in the darkest hour, who taught us…

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‘There is no problem’: Rohit Sharma on Gautam Gambhir’s different coaching style | Cricket News – Times of India

India’s ODI and Test captain Rohit Sharma spoke to reporters on Tuesday, ahead of the first Test match against Bangladesh in Chennai, and said the team has adjusted well to the difference in coaching styles of current head coach, Gautam Gambhir, and his predecessor Rahul Dravid.“Obviously Rahul bhai, Vikram Rathour and Paras Mhambrey were a…

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Watch: Wasim Akram at his ‘first American Football game’ in USA | Off the field News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Widely regarded as one of the greatest fast bowlers in the history of cricket, Wasim Akram is enjoying life after retirement from cricket.After retiring from international cricket in 2003, Akram has led a highly active and successful life, engaging in various roles both within and outside the world of cricket. Akram’s expertise as…

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5-0! Nathan Lyon believes Australia will hammer India to reclaim Border Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

It’s been a decade that Australia could put their hands around the Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), which includes consecutive series defeats on home soil. But veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon believes Australia will reclaim the trophy in a ruthless fashion in the coming Aussie summer.The BGT will be contested over five Tests for the first time,…

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