‘KKR didn’t help him…’: Former India cricketer examines reasons behind Rinku Singh’s exclusion from T20 World Cup squad – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra has voiced his astonishment and dismay at the absence of Kolkata Knight Riders‘ finisher Rinku Singh from the India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Chopra’s remarks have ignited fervent discussions among cricket enthusiasts following the squad announcement on Tuesday.Chopra, known for his insightful analysis,…

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‘No captain or selector can ignore him’: Support grows for Shivam Dube’s inclusion in India’s T20 World Cup squad | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings‘ all-rounder Shivam Dube has garnered significant support for his inclusion with the anticipation building around the imminent announcement of India’s squad for the T20 World Cup, owing to his exceptional performances in IPL 2024.Dube’s impressive tally of 350 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 172.41 in nine innings has…

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No Sanju Samson, no Hardik Pandya: This former cricketer’s India T20 World Cup squad has many surprises | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull has stirred the pot with his preferred India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, notably excluding Sanju Samson from his lineup despite Rajasthan Royals captain’s recent heroics in the IPL 2024.Doull’s selection conundrum mirrors the dilemma facing Ajit Agarkar-led selectors, particularly regarding the two wicket-keeping positions…

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Sensational Shivam Dube ahead of CSK legends MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina in this big IPL record | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings batting all-rounder Shivam Dube reached a significant milestone in his IPL career, surpassing the 1,000-run mark for the franchise during their recent clash against Lucknow Super Giants at the Chepauk stadium. Dube’s impressive performances have not only solidified his position in the CSK lineup but have also placed him as…

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‘Agarkar bhai select karo please’: Suresh Raina bats for inclusion of this CSK star in T20 World Cup squad | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Chennai Super Kings stalwart Suresh Raina on Tuesday voiced a compelling plea to the BCCI chief selector, Ajit Agarkar, advocating for the inclusion of star CSK all-rounder Shivam Dube in the upcoming T20 World Cup squad.Raina’s impassioned appeal emphasises the significance of Dube’s contributions and the value he brings to the team….

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‘His form is irresistible’: Adam Gilchrist calls this all-rounder ‘dark horse’ for India’s T20 World Cup squad – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In the excitement surrounding the impending announcement of India’s T20 World Cup squad, one name has emerged as a captivating dark horse – Shivam Dube. The all-rounder’s stellar performances for CSK in IPL 2024 have not only propelled his team but also caught the attention of cricket pundits and former players, who see…

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‘Hardik is not a newbie, needs to…’: Irfan Pathan questions Pandya’s leadership skills | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan raised doubts about Hardik Pandya‘s leadership prowess on Monday, criticising his failure to adjust to match scenarios and devise effective strategies, which has proven costly for the Mumbai Indians (MI) in this IPL season.Taking over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma, Hardik has faced substantial criticism from fans and…

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‘There is no one to actually support…’: Brian Lara slams Mumbai Indians’ bowling | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: West Indian cricket legend Brian Lara and former England captain Kevin Pietersen offered insightful analysis after Chennai Super Kings (CSK) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 20 runs in their IPL encounter.Lara pointed out MI’s bowling deficiencies, beyond the formidable Jasprit Bumrah. He emphasized the lack of support for Bumrah, stating, “Their bowling is…

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‘A young wicket-keeper…’: Ruturaj Gaikwad’s cheeky take on the impact of MS Dhoni | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma‘s valiant unbeaten 105 wasn’t enough to steer Mumbai Indians to victory as they fell short by 20 runs against Chennai Super Kings. Following the victory, CSK’s captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad, lauded the impact of “young wicket-keeper” MS Dhoni, whose explosive cameo at the death turned the tide in their favour. Gaikwad acknowledged…

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