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Yashasvi Jaiswal is a mixture of Virender Sehwag and Sourav Ganguly, says childhood coach Jwala Singh

NEW DELHI: Yashasvi Jaiswal mirrors Virender Sehwag's batting style in his own way. Sehwag's batting mantra was simple: 'See the ball, hit the ball.' Apart from this, the hand-eye coordination and the habit of humming a Bollywood tune while smashing a six was Sehwag's unique style.

The Times of India

Compensate if India refuse to travel to Pakistan for CT 2025, sign hosting rights: PCB urges ICC

PCB urges ICC to sign Champions Trophy 2025 hosting rights agreement; PCB to be compensated if India refuses to travel due to security/political reasons. PCB officials discussed probability of India not sending team and made clear ICC must avoid unilateral decisions. PCB said ICC should appoint independent security agency to…

The Hindu

Rahul Dravid, BCCI engage in discussion but board inclined towards new coach

NEW DELHI: The top brass of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Rahul Dravid engaged in extensive discussions regarding his potential continuation as the head coach, keeping the fast approaching T20I World Cup in mind.

The Times of India

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Is Hardik Pandya leaving Gujarat Titans for Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL auction?

Hardik Pandya, Gujarat Titans skipper, linked to potential return to Mumbai Indians. Talks of him switching sides, but nothing confirmed yet. IPL Governing Council increased purse by Rs 5 crore, MI have Rs 5.50 crore. Questions remain if Pandya will play under Rohit Sharma, answers to come when BCCI announces…

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India 'A' Tour of South Africa: Some seniors might play one of three first-class games

NEW DELHI: Some of the senior team Test specialists might be sent early to South Africa to take part in India 'A' side's three-match 'shadow tour' of the country, which will be a pre-cursor to the all-important two-match Test series, starting on December 26.

The Times of India

Rahul Dravid not keen on contract extension; VVS Laxman set to be next India head coach

MUMBAI: Team India's heart-breaking six-wicket defeat to Australia in the final of the World Cup on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will now be looked at as the end of an era. It was the last match for India with Rahul Dravid as head coach, TOI has…

The Times of India

We lost World Cup match because it was Indira Gandhi’s birth anniversary: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

India lost World Cup Final due to match date coinciding with Indira Gandhi's birth anniversary, according to Assam CM Sarma. He advised BCCI to choose dates carefully in future, a day after Rahul Gandhi blamed PM Modi's presence for loss.

The Hindu

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BCCI to discuss with Rohit Sharma his white-ball cricket plans

With Rohit Sharma likely to focus majorly on Tests, grooming his successor will be on agenda

The Times of India

Suryakumar Yadav to lead India, VVS Laxman to coach in Australia T20Is

AHMEDABAD: Suryakumar Yadav will be the captain, while National Cricket Academy head VVS Laxman will be the coach of the Indian team for the five-match Twenty 20 series against Australia, which will kick off in Visakhapatnam on November 23 and conclude in Bangalore on December 3, TOI has learnt. The…

The Times of India

Watch: Virat Kohli awarded 'fielder of the match' amidst World Cup final loss

NEW DELHI: Despite India falling short of the World Cup title at the Narendra Modi Stadium, star batsman Virat Kohli was honoured with the 'Fielder of the Match' award for his outstanding contributions on the field.

The Times of India

Ind vs Aus Final | Virat Kohli bags ‘Fielder of the Match’ award following T. Dilip’s moving speech

Virat Kohli crowned 'Fielder of the Match' after India's World Cup fubak loss. BCCI posted a video summing up the journey. Dilip praised Kohli for his on-field magic, inspiring others with his actions. India bundled out for 240 in final, Rohit, Virat, Rahul posted important knocks. Australia won by 6…

The Hindu

'Honestly, I haven't thought about it': Rahul Dravid on future as India coach

NEW DELHI: After enduring a heartbreaking defeat in the World Cup final against Australia, India's head coach Rahul Dravid finds himself emotionally spent and in need of time for reflection on his future with the national team. Dravid's two-year contract with the BCCI officially concluded on Sunday with the conclusion…

The Times of India

India vs Australia | I wasn’t invited for the final, says former captain Kapil Dev

Former India captain Kapil Dev on November 19 claimed that he was not invited to the World Cup final between the India and Australia in Ahmedabad.

The Hindu

Everyone is peaking at the right time, there's lot of planning, says BCCI joint-secretary Saikia

KOLKATA: With Team India on the threshold of reclaiming the World Cup after 12 long years, Assam, like other parts of the country, is waiting with bated breath for Rohit Sharma Co to lift the trophy at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

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IND vs AUS | Cricket fans gather outside Narendra Modi Stadium ahead of World Cup 2023 Final

India supporters gather at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for 2023 World Cup Final between India and Australia. Fans are hopeful of India's victory.

The Hindu

What led ICC to suspend Sri Lanka Cricket? | Explained

What will happen to cricket in Sri Lanka because of ICC’s suspension of Sri Lanka’s cricket board? Why are there allegations of breach of obligations as a Member? What do the rules specify?

The Guardian - UK

Australia hope for best World Cup win with pressure heaped on India

While the hosts have so much riding on the result, their opponents have already rounded out a successful year

The Times of India

World Cup final: Besides the cricket, BCCI announces a musical extravaganza on Sunday

NEW DELHI: The BCCI is set to roll out an evening that makes watching the World Cup final between India and Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad a delightful experience for the fans in attendance.

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World Cup Final, India vs Australia: Will the Ahmedabad pitch add to the drama?

AHMEDABAD: There has been much debate about the pitches favouring India and the BCCI switching pitches to suit the home team. Head coach Rahul Dravid and the rest of the support staff have only added to the drama. Before every game, they have gone to the venue straight from the…

The Guardian - UK

World Cup final is a coronation but cricket’s rulers are not in doubt

Jay Shah, the head of the BCCI, has bent the entire sport to his will. Sunday could be his country’s crowning glory

The Times of India

World Cup final: ICC pitch consultant Andy Atkinson back home as BCCI curators monitor preparations

AHMEDABAD: What will be ICC pitch consultant Andy Atkinson's future was a question floating around as the burly New Zealander was nowhere to be seen during pitch preparation 48 hours ahead of the World Cup final between India and Australia.

The Times of India

World Cup final: BCCI curators monitor pitch preparations, Andy Atkinson to join tomorrow

The Hindu

World Cup final: ICC pitch consultant Atkinson back home as BCCI curators monitor preparations

Ahmedabad: ICC pitch consultant Andy Atkinson's assignment is over and he has left the country. BCCI brass, Ashish Bhowmick, Taposh Chatterjee, Abbey Kuruvilla, and Rohit Sharma monitored pitch prep for World Cup final. Heavy roller used to create slow batting track. 315 could be defendable score.

The Independent UK

India vs Australia Cricket World Cup final pre-game show to feature Dua Lipa and air force flypast

There was no opening ceremony ahead of first game of cricket tournament, but hosts India are pulling out all the stops for final in which they are favourites

The Times of India

Watch: 'Jawab deke aya hoon main' - Emotional scenes in India dressing room after victory at Wankhede

NEW DELHI: In a cascade of emotions, the Indian cricket team's dressing room witnessed heartfelt moments and celebrations following their hard-fought victory over New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium, securing a spot in the World Cup 2023 final. The camaraderie and jubilation among players were captured in a video shared…

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