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'Common sense selection...': Sanjay Manjrekar backs Washington Sundar's inclusion over Kuldeep Yadav

NEW DELHI: Former Indian batsman Sanjay Manjrekar supported captain Rohit Sharma's choice to start Washington Sundar in place of spinner Kuldeep Yadav in the second Test match against New Zealand.

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'India are worried about their batting': Sunil Gavaskar criticises Washington Sundar's inclusion for second New Zealand Test

NEW DELHI: Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has voiced his disappointment over Kuldeep Yadav's exclusion from the playing XI for the second Test against New Zealand in Pune. Gavaskar criticised the move and suggested it indicated "panic" from the team management.

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Did India press panic button? Rohit Sharma announces three big changes for 2nd Test against New Zealand

NEW DELHI: For the crucial second Test at the MCA Stadium in Pune, India made significant changes to their playing XI, bringing in Akash Deep, Washington Sundar and Shubman Gill. Mohammed Siraj, KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav missed out. New Zealand, coming off an eight-wicket win in the series opener…

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India vs New Zealand 2nd Test: When in Pune, left could be right

Jadeja, Axar, Ajaz and Santner give series new twist heading into second Test

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India vs New Zealand: Plenty to ponder for Team India ahead of 2nd Test in Pune

Whether it's Gill's likely return, Pant's fitness or Rahul's form, hosts have a lot to think about ahead of Pune showdown...

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How New Zealand ended 36-year drought for a Test win in India

Bumrah's burst not enough as clinical Rachin helps New Zealand win

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How Rachin Ravindra trained for Test series in India

BENGALURU: Each time New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra is asked about his Indian lineage or his Bengaluru connection, he speaks about how special his parents’ hometown is. There is no denying the 24-year-old has a deep-rooted connection with the city, particularly the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

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'It hurts, I made the call': Rohit Sharma on India's decision to bat first against New Zealand in Bengaluru Test

BENGALURU: His decision at the toss backfired. He managed two runs during his laboured 30-minute stay at the crease. His team tumbled for a record-low score. He was guilty of putting down a regulation catch and a half chance. Being Rohit Sharma wasn’t easy on Thursday.

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India vs New Zealand, 1st Test: How India's bold decision to bat first backfired in Bengaluru

NEW DELHI: It was an overcast morning, the pitch had been under covers for a couple of days due to rain but India captain Rohit Sharma chose to bat first in what was a brave call against New Zealand.

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India Playing XI for New Zealand Test: Sarfaraz Khan included as Rohit Sharma announces surprise changes

NEW DELHI: India skipper Rohit Sharma on Thursday announced a couple of surprising changes in the playing XI for the first Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru.

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'Test cricket is nothing but...' - Indian players reveal what the red-ball format means to them

As the Indian team gets ready for the Test series against New Zealand beginning in Bengaluru on Wednesday, four of the team's prominent names shared what playing the game's traditional format means to them.

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Chetan Sharma - the first bowler to claim ODI World Cup hat-trick

NEW DELHI: Chetan Sharma made history as the first Indian bowler to take a hat-trick in a World Cup during the 1987 ICC Cricket World Cup. This remarkable feat occurred on October 31, 1987, in a group stage match against New Zealand in Nagpur.

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Ranji Trophy: Aryan Juyal to lead Uttar Pradesh

LUCKNOW: Young wicketkeeper and batter Aryan Juyal will lead Uttar Pradesh cricket team in the Ranji trophy this season. The UP team will play its first match against Bengal from Oct 11 at Ekana international cricket stadium.

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'Keep Rs 18 crore for Rishabh Pant': Aakash Chopra suggests this player as second retention for Delhi Capitals ahead of IPL 2025 auction

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has advised that Delhi Capitals (DC) focus on retaining wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant and all-rounder Axar Patel as their first two retention ahead of the IPL 2025 auction.

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'Conditions and forecast': Team India yet to finalize its playing XI for second Test against Bangladesh

NEW DELHI: The Indian cricket team has not yet finalized its playing XI for the second Test against Bangladesh, which starts on Friday in Kanpur. The decision on the team’s spinners and pacers will depend on the pitch and weather conditions.

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India vs Bangladesh: Will Kanpur Test be the best chance to play Kuldeep Yadav?

Forever the backup to Ashwin Jadeja, the much-improved spinner will be expecting to get a go on the expected slow turner at Green Park, his home ground. Kanpur’s favourite cricketer, though, has learnt to embrace the constant uncertainty over his spot in the XI.

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Will India rest Jasprit Bumrah; who will be third spinner - Kuldeep Yadav or Axar Patel? What's the game plan for Kanpur Test

After starting their final stretch of the 'Road to Lord's' campaign for the World Test Championship (WTC) final with an emphatic win over Bangladesh, India will now move to Kanpur for the second and final match of the Test series. The match is scheduled to start on Friday.

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How Team India has increased its aura of invincibility at home

India have been snaring opponents with regularity on their own turf, as Bangladesh found out the hard way

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India vs Bangladesh: Challenges for Indian batting against Bangladesh's spin bowling attack

NEW DELHI: India are set to start a two-match Test series against Bangladesh on Thursday, focusing on improving their batting against spin bowling. Despite having a strong home record of 40-4 over the past decade, India's performance against spin has recently shown weaknesses.

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India vs Bangladesh: India may look to keep pacers in play against Bangladesh

CHENNAI: There's still a couple of days to go before the ball rolls. India are fighting for a spot in the World Test Championship Final in June 2025 and the first stop is Bangladesh at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.

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When Rohit Sharma leapfrogged Sachin Tendulkar for a big ODI record with a straight six - Watch

NEW DELHI: On a memorable day in September 2023, exactly a year ago, Rohit Sharma surpassed Sachin Tendulkar's ODI record with a six during an Asia Cup match against Sri Lanka.

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Duleep Trophy: Rinku Singh picked for second round as stars rested before Bangladesh Tests

NEW DELHI: Stylish middle-order batter Rinku Singh got a call-up for the second round of Duleep Trophy as the majority of key players, selected for the India team for the opening Test match against Bangladesh, were rested.

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KL Rahul vs Sarfaraz Khan: Team India management to prefer experience over flamboyance, fearlessness

NEW DELHI: Sarfaraz Khan's impressive performances in the home series against England showcased his fearless approach, but KL Rahul's experience gives him an edge for the final spot in India's playing XI for the season-opening Test series against Bangladesh starting September 19 in Chennai.

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Duleep Trophy: Musheer Khan, pacers steer India 'B' to victory

BENGALURU: From the selectors' point of view, the Duleep Trophy serves an important purpose, as it allows them to judge the form of top players and get a good look at greenhorns waiting to get their foot on the door in international red-ball cricket.

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Duleep Trophy: 'A' class Musheer Khan, Navdeep Saini lead India B charge

BENGALURU: For eight hours and four minutes across a little over three sessions, Musheer Khan (181; 373b, 16x4; 5x6) blended potential with application and game awareness, rendering a knock that was game changing for India B against India A.

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