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Even Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play domestic cricket when free: Kirti Azad

NEW DELHI: Member of the 1983 World Cup-winning team Kirti Azad on Thursday backed the BCCI's directive for cricketers to play Ranji Trophy, saying it's a good move and the rule should be applicable to every India team player, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.

The Times of India · Feb 29, 2024

Sourav Ganguly 'surprised' by Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan's decisions

NEW DELHI: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly expressed his surprise at seeing players like Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan, who were cut from the national team, not playing in domestic cricket.

The Times of India · Feb 29, 2024

'If players like Hardik...': Irfan Pathan's big comment on Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan

NEW DELHI: The BCCI on Wednesday revealed its list of centrally-contracted players for the year. India captain Rohit Sharma, batting ace Virat Kohli, star speedster Jasprit Bumrah, and dashing allrounder Ravindra Jadeja maintained their positions in the top tier, while Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan were not included in any…

The Times of India · Feb 29, 2024

Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan lose contracts as BCCI announces annual retainership for 2023-24 season

NEW DELHI: Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan on Wednesday lost contracts, after both the batter decided to miss Ranji Trophy matches, as BCCI announced annual retainership for 2023-24 season.

The Times of India · Feb 28, 2024

Under-scrutiny Ishan Kishan makes 19 on return to competitive cricket

NEW DELHI: India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan, facing scrutiny for his absence in Ranji Trophy matches, quietly re-entered competitive cricket on Tuesday, scoring 19 runs in the DY Patil T20 Cup in Navi Mumbai.

The Times of India · Feb 27, 2024

Ind vs Eng Test series | In Dhruv Jurel, it finally feels like India has found a capable understudy to Rishabh Pant

Ranchi debutant Dhruv Jurel impresses as India's new wicket-keeper batter, earning praise for his skills from teammates and opponents.

The Hindu · Feb 27, 2024

Ind vs Eng, 4th Test: After BCCI warning to players, Rohit Sharma issues whip on Tests

This is toughest format, only those with hunger will get preference, says skipper

The Times of India · Feb 27, 2024

'Jin logon ko bhookh hai, hum unhi logon ko mauka denge': Skipper Rohit Sharma's stern message for youngsters

NEW DELHI: Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma on Monday delivered a stern message to aspiring players eyeing a spot in the national team without demonstrating dedication and hard work.

The Times of India · Feb 26, 2024

Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer may face contract axe over Ranji Trophy absence

MUMBAI: Not playing in the ongoing Ranji Trophy may cost Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer heavily. Both Kishan and Iyer are likely to lose their central contracts when the BCCI announces the list, which is likely to be soon, TOI has learnt.

The Times of India · Feb 23, 2024

Back injury or IPL prioritization? Shreyas Iyer's decision to skip Ranji Trophy sparks scrutiny

NEW DELHI: The absence of Shreyas Iyer from Mumbai's crucial Ranji Trophy quarter-final match against Baroda has raised eyebrows and concerns within the cricketing fraternity, echoing the recent case of Ishan Kishan's non-participation in domestic cricket.

The Times of India · Feb 22, 2024