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Rohit Sharma gives a massive update on Mohammed Shami

India's Test captain Rohit Sharma has provided an update on the recovery of fast bowler Mohammed Shami, who has been out of action since suffering an ankle injury in the 2023 ODI World Cup.

The Times of India · Oct 15, 2024

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.

The Times of India · Oct 12, 2024

EXPLAINED: Why Mohammed Shami didn't make India's Test squad for New Zealand series

NEW DELHI: The Indian selectors have announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match Test series against New Zealand, with some notable changes. Experienced pacer Mohammed Shami has been omitted from the team, while Jasprit Bumrah has been appointed as the vice-captain.

The Times of India · Oct 12, 2024

Jolt for India before Australia tour: Mohammed Shami's comeback plans hit by knee injury

Premier pacer develops 'swollen knees' in rehab; BCCI fears he could be out for weeks more

The Times of India · Oct 2, 2024

India vs Australia: Can Akash Deep make the difference Down Under?

With uncertainty over Shami's fitness, selectors need to zero in on pace slots for all-important 5-Test tour of Australia

The Times of India · Sep 29, 2024

Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant's fitness and form key to India's chances in Australia: Ian Chappell

NEW DELHI: Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and keeper-batter Rishabh Pant are vital for India if they hope to secure a historic series hat-trick in Australia, according to former Australian captain Ian Chappell.

The Times of India · Sep 22, 2024

India vs Bangladesh: Gautam Gambhir dismisses concerns of India's 'quality' batting unit against spin

NEW DELHI: India's head coach Gautam Gambhir dismissed worries on Wednesday regarding the team's ability to compete with the best in the world despite the batsmen' previous struggles against excellent spin bowling.

The Times of India · Sep 18, 2024

Gautam Gambhir ahead of India's Test series against Bangladesh: 'The winning style is the best style'

NEW DELHI: India's head coach, Gautam Gambhir, addressed the media in Chennai ahead of the two-match Test series against Bangladesh, which is set to begin on Thursday. Gambhir emphasized that India's focus will be on playing with intent, leaving no room for complacency against a Bangladesh side that recently claimed…

The Times of India · Sep 18, 2024

'Koshish jaldi hi kar raha hoon...': Mohammed Shami cautious about Team India comeback

NEW DELHI: Indian speed spearhead Mohammed Shami, who is recuperating from an ankle injury, is unsure when he would return to competitive cricket. The seasoned player has stressed the need to be completely fit before making a comeback.

The Times of India · Sep 15, 2024

Closed-door camp in Chennai before first Test against Bangladesh

CHENNAI: It’s a new era in Indian cricket and along with it comes new trappings. Gautam Gambhir, the new head coach of the team, had a brief stint with some of the players in Sri Lanka but that was merely an appetizer. Now comes the main course — a Test…

The Times of India · Sep 14, 2024