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Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow fight back after England lose three wickets

At lunch the tourists were 108 for three in India.

The Independent UK

It's 'Bazball' vs 'Spinball' as series begins

England opt for four spinners; Axar may edge out Kuldeep In India's XI

The Times of India

Memories of 2012-13: England’s most impressive away series this century

India have won all 14 home Test series since this 2-1 defeat, making the tourists’ achievement all the more remarkable

The Guardian - UK

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It was a headache to decide between Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav as third spinner: Rohit Sharma

NEW DELHI: Indian skipper Rohit Sharma on Wednesday acknowledged the challenging decision faced by the team management in choosing the third spinner for the opening Test against England.

The Times of India

Sam Billings feels Ashwin and Jadeja are biggest threat for England

In anticipation of the opening Test between India and England scheduled to begin Thursday in Hyderabad, England wicketkeeper-batsman Sam Billings expressed on Wednesday that facing Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja will pose the most significant challenge for the visiting team.

The Times of India

England face tough battle in their quest to storm India’s home fortress

A run of 14 consecutive series wins and an experienced spin attack means the home side start as strong favourites against Ben Stokes’s tourists

The Guardian - UK

1st Test Preview: India's unassailable home dominance faces a unique test against England

NEW DELHI: In Test cricket history, few narratives have been as compelling as India's unassailable dominance on home soil over the last 12 years. However, this unyielding stronghold faces a unique test as Rohit Sharma's formidable side takes on England in the first match of a much-anticipated five-Test series starting…

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Anticipating raging tuners, England batters also need to watch out for the non-turning ball

NEW DELHI: The best of preparations are not enough to counter the rank turners in India and over the course of the upcoming five Tests, England batters will also have their task cut out while dealing with the odd ball that doesn't spin, something that contributed to their dramatic downfall…

The Times of India

Watch: When Virat Kohli duplicate felt like the original in Ayodhya

The Ram Mandir inauguration in Ayodhya on Monday saw a host of celebrities gracing the occasion; and though it's unclear whether former India captain Virat Kohli joined some fellow Indian cricketers at the event or not, his look-alike received special attention by the crowd present on the occasion.

The Times of India

David Warner, Keshav Maharaj, Danish Kaneria express joy over Ayodhya's Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha

NEW DELHI: Ayodhya's historic Ram Temple Pran Pratishtha ceremony garnered joyous reactions from international cricketers, with Australian batter David Warner, South African spinner Keshav Maharaj, and former Pakistani spinner Danish Kaneria expressing their happiness on social media.

The Times of India

Ravi Shastri, Farokh Engineer to be honoured at BCCI Awards

MUMBAI: Two former India stars, allrounder Ravi Shastri and wicketkeeper-batter Farokh Engineer, will be honoured with BCCI’s Lifetime Achievement Award in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

The Times of India

India vs England: Team India's plans take a hit with Virat Kohli's pullout

HYDERABAD: In a major setback to Indian plans, Virat Kohli has withdrawn from the first two matches of the five-Test series against England due to “personal reasons”. The Indian board will name a replacement soon, with the first Test beginning here on Jan 25.

The Times of India

Former India spinner weighs in on Axar Patel vs Kuldeep Yadav debate ahead of England Test series

NEW DELHI: Kuldeep Yadav, who has played only eight Tests since his debut against Australia in 2017, is considered one of the unluckiest Indian cricketers in recent times. However, with the upcoming England series starting on January 25 and the potential use of "rank turner" pitches by the Indian team…

The Times of India

Rohit Sharma starts practicing ahead of Test series against England

NEW DELHI: In anticipation of the much-anticipated five-Test series against England, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has plunged into rigorous net sessions, showcasing his determination and readiness for the challenge ahead.

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'Ashwin one of the...': Michael Atherton hails 'very different' India spinners ahead of England Tests

NEW DELHI: Former England opener Michael Atherton predicted an India series win against England, pointing out that spinners will play a big part and the hosts have a better spin-heavy bowling attack.

The Guardian - UK

England face mission improbable in bid to end India’s dominance at home

Ben Stokes will need to inspire Test side to even greater heights if they are to emulate Alistair Cook’s conquering heroes from 2012

The Times of India

Spinners will win England series for India: Michael Atherton

NEW DELHI: Former England captain Michael Atherton believes that India's potent spin attack will secure the five-Test home series victory over Ben Stokes and company.

The Times of India

India vs Afghanistan, 2nd T20I: Axar Patel joins Ravindra Jadeja in elite list

NEW DELHI: Axar Patel joined Ravindra Jadeja in an exclusive company as he reached 200 wickets in the Twenty20 format.

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The Hindu

India squad for England Tests announced; Dhruv Jurel gets first call-up as injury keeps Shami out

The Indian cricket team for the first two Tests against England announced, with Dhruv Jurel as the only new face.

The Hindu

IND vs AFG T20Is | Axar ready to attack more, trade runs for wickets

Axar Patel shines as a replacement for Ravindra Jadeja in white-ball cricket, impressing with his bowling performance.

The Independent UK

Tom Hartley ready to perform in India after England take ‘bit of a punt’ on him

Hartley took 19 wickets at a modest 44.84 apiece in last year’s LV= Insurance County Championship.

The Times of India

'Bhau, dekh na kitna degree hai?': Shubman Gill, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav practice in chilly Mohali conditions - WATCH

NEW DELHI: India are ready to face Afghanistan in the opening Twenty20 International (T20I) as the three-match series between the two nations is set to kick off at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Thursday.

The Times of India

Yuzvendra Chahal has to wait, needs to start afresh in IPL: Imran Tahir

GQEBERHA: Fifty-seven and counting — that’s the number of teams 44-year-old Imran Tahir has represented across the globe. The South African, who last played international cricket in 2019, is one of the busiest freelance cricketers in franchise cricket.

The Hindu

Players need to be flexible because not much time to prepare for T20I WC: Dravid

The three-match series against Afghanistan beginning in Mohali on January 11 will be India’s final T20 International assignment ahead of the T20 International World Cup

The Times of India

Players need to be flexible because not much time to prepare for T20 World Cup: Rahul Dravid

NEW DELHI: Head coach Rahul Dravid acknowledged the limited opportunities for Indian players to play as a group ahead of the T20 World Cup and emphasized the need for mental flexibility leading up to the event in June.

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