‘Shami has been India’s best bowler for a while’: West Indies great wants the pacer to play remainder of Border-Gavaskar Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

Mohammed Shami (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: West Indies fast bowling legend Andy Roberts has commended veteran pacer Mohammed Shami, highlighting him as “India’s best bowler.” Roberts, a prominent member of the formidable West Indies pace quartet of the 1970s and 1980s, which included Michael Holding, Joel Garner, and Colin Croft, emphasised Shami’s exceptional control and…

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11 sixes and 360+ strike rate! Abhishek Sharma smashes joint-fastest century for India in T20s | Cricket News – Times of India

Abhishek Sharma (X Photo) Indian T20I opener Abhishek Sharma has equalled the record for the fastest century by an Indian in T20 history. The 24-year-old Punjab cricketer achieved this milestone during a Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match against Meghalaya in Rajkot, reaching his century in just 28 balls while chasing a target of 143.His blistering…

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Shreyas Iyer serves a timely reminder ahead of IPL mega auction, smashes 130 not out in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: A day before the much-anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Mega Auction, scheduled for November 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Indian batter Shreyas Iyer delivered a stunning performance to underline his red-hot form. On Saturday, Iyer hammered a breathtaking 130 not out off just 57 balls in a Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy clash…

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‘It’s the captain and players who…’: Pakistan’s interim white-ball coach Aaqib Javed makes a big statement | Cricket News – Times of India

Aaqib Javed. (Video Grab) NEW DELHI: Former fast bowler Aaqib Javed, who was recently appointed Pakistan’s interim white-ball coach, on Wednesday commented that while coaches play a role, it is ultimately the captain and players who win matches.He emphasized that leadership on the field and players’ execution are the decisive factors in cricket. His remarks…

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Mahipal Lomror smashes triple century to send reminder to IPL franchises ahead of 2025 mega auction | Cricket News – Times of India

Mahipal Lomror (Photo Credits: X) NEW DELHI: Rajasthan batter Mahipal Lomror has caught the eyes of cricket fanatics with his explosive triple century in their Ranji Trophy match against Uttarakhand. At the time of writing the report, Lomror was batting at an impressive 300 not out with the strike rate of around 83. His knock…

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Ravi Bopara blasts Robin Uthappa for six 6s in an over in Hong Kong Sixes tournament. WATCH | Cricket News – Times of India

Ravi Bopara. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: In a dazzling display of power hitting, England‘s Ravi Bopara smashed six sixes off Robin Uthappa in a single over at the Hong Kong Sixes tournament on Saturday. Bopara, known for his aggressive style, hammered Uthappa for five consecutive sixes, forcing the India skipper to bowl a…

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‘He will take Rs 18 crore for sure in IPL auction’: Aakash Chopra suggests Lucknow Super Giants to retain KL Rahul and Nicholas Pooran – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has suggested that Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) should prioritize retaining KL Rahul and Nicholas Pooran ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Chopra emphasized that Rahul, who scored 520 runs in IPL 2024, should be the team’s first choice for retention.“The first is…

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Scored triple ton in 270-odd balls, today’s kid might score 400 if they play that many balls: Virender Sehwag | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Virender Sehwag, one of India’s greatest Test openers, expressed his approval of youngsters starting their cricket journeys with T20, if it helps them develop an aggressive streak that enhances their Test performances. Speaking at an event in New Delhi on Friday, where he was revealed as the Brand Ambassador for the inaugural Delhi…

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