‘Will send team to Pakistan only if…’: BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla on India’s Champions Trophy participation | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rajeev Shukla, the vice-president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has clarified that the Indian team’s participation in the ICC Champions Trophy next year, scheduled to be held in Pakistan from February to March 2025, is contingent upon receiving approval from the central government.The statement comes amidst speculation regarding…

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Playing for India is not a destination, it’s a journey: Rishabh Pant | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rishabh Pant delved into the profound intricacies of ambition, dreams, and the perpetual journey of cricket, offering a glimpse into his remarkable resilience and unwavering determination.In a candid interview on Star Sports, Pant’s reflections on the evolution of dreams resonated deeply as he articulated, “You have some dreams which you have been seeing…

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T20 World Cup: Can Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj pass the acid test in Americas? | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Indian selectors on Tuesday opted for a spin-heavy lineup for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Americas, with four spinners included in the 15-man squad. The decision indicates that the team management is anticipating encountering slow and turning pitches during the tournament. However, the inclusion of only three pacers raises questions…

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Happy Birthday Rohit Sharma! The ‘Hitman’ of Indian cricket turns 37 today – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Few names shine as brightly as Rohit Sharma in cricket history, and on Tuesday, as the Team India captain marks his 37th birthday, the cricketing world celebrates the journey of this batting maestro.Rohit’s illustrious career, spanning over a decade and a half, has seen remarkable achievements and unforgettable moments. From his emergence as…

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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 Virat Kohli, no Hardik Pandya: Sanjay Manjrekar makes bold India squad picks for T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar made surprising additions and omissions in his 15-member India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Americas. Amidst heightened anticipation surrounding the squad announcement, Manjrekar’s choices have sparked intense debate among fans and experts.Manjrekar raised eyebrows by excluding talismanic India batter Virat Kohli from his squad, opting…

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‘Experience and form’: Virender Sehwag picks his strongest Team India playing XI for T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag has disclosed his top picks for India’s T20 World Cup 2024 playing XI, as the deadline for squad submission for the mega event looms on May 1. Sehwag’s selections offer insights into the potential composition of India’s formidable lineup for the marquee event in the Americas.In a recent…

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‘No one will mind’: Former India cricketers float idea of MS Dhoni’s ‘wildcard’ entry in T20 World Cup squad – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketers Irfan Pathan and Varun Aaron have light-heartedly ignited speculation by proposing the inclusion of the legendary MS Dhoni in India’s T20 World Cup squad, despite the internationally retired stalwart’s last Team India appearance dating back almost five years.“We could see a wildcard entry in India’s T20 World Cup squad… MS…

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Hardik Pandya struggling with ‘mental health issues’ due to booing in IPL, claims former India opener | Cricket News – Times of India

The TOI Sports Desk excels in a myriad of roles that capture the essence of live sporting events and deliver compelling content to readers worldwide. From running live blogs for India and non-India cricket matches to global spectacles featuring Indian talents, like the Chess World Cup final featuring Praggnanandhaa and the Badminton World Championships semifinal…

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