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'But remember...he'll still be the Leader': Former Indian opener's big statement after MS Dhoni steps down as CSK skipper

NEW DELHI: Former Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Thursday once again created a storm, despite doing it in a hush-hush manner, as the legendary wicket-keeper batter stepped down from the captaincy of Chennai Super Kings (CSK), handing over reins to young Ruturaj Gaikwad a day before the IPL 2024…

The Times of India · Mar 21, 2024

'Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis were...': Former cricketer on RCB's batting ahead of IPL 2024

NEW DELHI: Leading up to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, ex-Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra highlighted the consistency demonstrated by Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli in the preceding season with the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).

The Times of India · Mar 17, 2024

'He has the DNA of greatness...': Shubman Gill's brilliant century earns high praise from Aakash Chopra

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra has heaped praise on Shubman Gill, lauding the young batsman's exceptional talent and character.

The Times of India · Mar 9, 2024

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'I won't be surprised if Rajat Patidar...': Aakash Chopra ahead of final England Test

NEW DELHI: In the midst of speculation surrounding India's playing eleven for the fifth and final Test against England in Dharamsala, former cricketer Aakash Chopra suggested on Tuesday that middle-order batsman Rajat Patidar might get another opportunity for the hosts.

The Times of India · Mar 5, 2024

'Why would you punish him...?': Former India opener backs Hardik Pandya's Grade A contract

NEW DELHI: Amid Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer's central contracts snub, former India opener Aakash Chopra has backed the Indian cricket board for handing Hardik Pandya a Grade A contract, pointing out the all-rounder's case is different from that of Kishan and Iyer.

The Times of India · Mar 1, 2024

'He was not taking potshots at anyone...': Aakash Chopra on Rohit Sharma's 'hunger' remark

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra said that India captain Rohit Sharma's recent remark about the importance of 'hunger' in Test cricket, emphasizing that it was not intended as a dig at any specific individual.

The Times of India · Feb 28, 2024

'Ranchi pitch is a..': Former cricketer makes huge statement on India vs England fourth Test track

NEW DELHI: With an aim to clinch the series, Team India, who is leading the five-match series 2-1, will take on England in the fourth Test match at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi on Thursday.

The Times of India · Feb 22, 2024

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'He will bat and captain...': Aakash Chopra optimistic about Rishabh Pant's IPL 2024 comeback

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has shared an optimistic view on Rishabh Pant's participation in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season.

The Times of India · Feb 21, 2024

'His absence does not mean...': Former India opener on Virat Kohli's unavailability for England series

NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has weighed in on the absence of star batter Virat Kohli from the ongoing home series against England, expressing confidence that India can still perform well despite his unavailability.

The Times of India · Feb 10, 2024

'He needs to play...': Former India opener urges Ishan Kishan to make himself available

NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has stressed the importance of left-handed batter Ishan Kishan actively participating in cricket to enhance his chances of selection for the national team.

The Times of India · Feb 9, 2024

'Time is running out…': Ex-India opener criticizes Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer's performances

NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra expressed concern over the recent performances of batters Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, asserting that time is running out for the duo.

The Times of India · Feb 3, 2024

'If KL Rahul wants to play T20 World Cup...': Former cricketer's suggestion to star batter

NEW DELHI: India's star wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul mostly comes out as an opener for his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), but former India opener Aakash Chopra on Monday said the 31-year-old needs to bat at number four if he wants to play the all-important T20 World…

The Times of India · Jan 23, 2024

India vs England: Can Rinku Singh be the one to replace unavailable Virat Kohli?

Ever since Virat Kohli withdrew himself from the first two Tests of the five-match home series against England for personal reasons, there have been debates and speculations around who could be the one to replace him in the Indian squad.

The Times of India · Jan 23, 2024

Aakash Chopra advocates Jitesh Sharma over Sanju Samson for third T20I against Afghanistan

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer and renowned commentator Aakash Chopra has suggested that India should stick with Jitesh Sharma over Sanju Samson in the lead-up to the third T20I clash between India and Afghanistan in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

The Times of India · Jan 17, 2024

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The Times of India · Jan 15, 2024

'He will lose his consistency...': Ex-India cricketer not happy with Virat Kohli's aggressive approach

NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra expressed surprise at Virat Kohli's aggressive approach during the second T20I against Afghanistan but cautioned against altering his strike rate, emphasizing the importance of maintaining consistency.

The Times of India · Jan 15, 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal 'undroppable' from T20 World Cup squad: Aakash Chopra

NEW DELHI: In the wake of India's convincing series win against Afghanistan in the second T20 International at Indore, former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has declared swashbuckling opener Yashasvi Jaiswal as undroppable from the Team India squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the…

The Times of India · Jan 10, 2024

'Retirements coming thick and fast': Former India opener feels Test cricket struggling for existence

NEW DELHI: As South African Heinrich Klaasen became the latest player to retire from Test cricket, former India cricketer Aakash Chopra feels that the traditional format is going through an existential crisis.

The Times of India · Jan 9, 2024

'What happened...': Former India cricketer raises concerns over Umran Malik's mysterious absence

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has expressed apprehensions about the sudden disappearance of pace sensation Umran Malik from the national squad.

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The Times of India · Jan 8, 2024

'Nobody knows...': Aakash Chopra on Ishan Kishan's absence from T20I squad against Afghanistan

NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has provided insights into the selectors' decision to include Sanju Samson and Jitesh Sharma instead of Ishan Kishan in the 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Afghanistan.

The Times of India · Jan 8, 2024

'A landmark selection...': Aakash Chopra predicts Rohit Sharma will lead India in T20 World Cup

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has expressed his belief that Rohit Sharma will continue to lead the Indian cricket team even if Hardik Pandya is in the playing 11 for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the United States of America.

The Times of India · Jan 7, 2024

'Rohit Sharma will be the captain for 2024 T20 World Cup, not Hardik Pandya': Former India cricketer

NEW DELHI: Former opener Aakash Chopra shared his anticipation of Rohit Sharma likely leading the Indian side during the 2024 T20 World Cup, set to take place from June 1 to June 29. The mega tournament is co-hosted by the West Indies and the United States.

The Times of India · Jan 5, 2024

'A bad pitch should be called bad…': Aakash Chopra criticizes extreme conditions in Test cricket

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra expressed his views on the pitch conditions following the conclusion of the second Test between India and South Africa in Cape Town, emphasizing the need for an honest evaluation of playing surfaces around the world.

The Times of India · Jan 4, 2024

'India are still well ahead...': Aakash Chopra analyzes second Test in Cape Town

NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has offered insights into the action-packed day one of the second Test between India and South Africa, emphasizing that India is still ahead in the game.

The Times of India · Dec 30, 2023

'An innings defeat is quite...': Former India opener slams Rohit Sharma and co. after heavy defeat in first Test

NEW DELHI: A below-par bowling performance was followed shock batting collapse in the second innings as India succumbed to an embarrassing defeat in the Test series opener against South Africa in Centurion.

The Times of India · Dec 17, 2023

I don’t think Hardik, as a captain, is a finished product yet: Aakash Chopra

India's former opening batter Aakash Chopra believes that all-rounder Hardik Pandya is still in the process of becoming a polished captain in the realm of cricket, suggesting that Mumbai Indians will need to provide Hardik with significant guidance to mould him into an accomplished leader for the team.

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