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Virat Kohli's same-style dismissals worry Sunil Gavaskar

Sunil Gavaskar expresses worry about Virat Kohli's tendency to get out while playing with an open face of the bat.

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Desert Duels: The five best India-Pakistan ODIs in the UAE

For decades, the UAE has been the battleground of some of the most unforgettable India-Pakistan One-Day International clashes. From the legendary Sharjah thrillers of the 1980s and 1990s to modern-day encounters in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, this neutral turf has witnessed heartbreaks, last-ball finishes and heroic performances. Here are five…

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'Hope this becomes a habit': Sunil Gavaskar on India players turning out in Ranji Trophy

NEW DELHI: Legendary India batsman Sunil Gavaskar expressed his optimism that this initiative will be more than just a box-ticking exercise, as most Test squad players compete for their state teams in the Ranji Trophy.

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'One of the worst rules in the game': Sunil Gavaskar on concussion substitute rule

NEW DELHI: The selection of Harshit Rana as a concussion substitution for Shivam Dube during the fourth Twenty20 International in Pune, according to legendary Indian batsman Sunil Gavaskar, was not like-for-like and detracted from the hosts' victory.

The Times of India

Only players know if 'their hearts were in it': Sunil Gavaskar on Test stars making Ranji Trophy comeback

The last round of the Ranji Trophy saw India's top international stars returning to the elite domestic first-class competition after a long gap; but most of them, barring Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill, didn't finish on a satisfying note, which made former India captain Sunil Gavaskar unhappy.

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Steve Smith stands out as different to the rest as he takes place among the greats

The Australian batter will enter the 10,000 Club for Test runs to less fanfare in Sri Lanka but with a career record that is as unique as his style

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'No smog here': Sunil Gavaskar, Ravi Shastri tease Harry Brook on-air after dismissal

NEW DELHI: Legendary Sunil Gavaskar and former India head coach Ravi Shastri on Saturday roasted Harry Brook on-air after the England vice-captain was bamboozled by spinner Varun Chakravarthy during the second T20I in Chennai.

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Vinod Kambli struggles to walk, wife offers support at Wankhede Stadium - WATCH

NEW DELHI: Several cricket legends, including Vinod Kambli, Rohit Sharma, Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Ravi Shastri, Sachin Tendulkar, Diana Edulji, and Ajinkya Rahane, gathered on Sunday to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Wankhede Stadium.

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Watch: Sunil Gavaskar's impromptu dance gig at Wankhede Stadium's grand celebrations

NEW DELHI: Former India captains Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Ravi Shastri, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Ajinkya Rahane along with Diana Edulji were all in attendance as the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) celebrated the completion of 50 years of the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday.

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Rohit Sharma requests Ravi Shastri to move to centre seat, wins hearts - WATCH

NEW DELHI: A number of cricketing legends from Mumbai gathered at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday to celebrate its golden jubilee.

The Times of India

Gautam Gambhir's call answered: Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant lead India stars back to domestic cricket

NEW DELHI: Indian cricket stalwarts, including Sunil Gavaskar, Ravi Shastri, Gautam Gambhir—currently serving as head coach—and former BCCI secretary and ICC Chairman Jay Shah, have emphasized the importance of current players participating in the Ranji Trophy. Gambhir, in particular, has urged struggling players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to…

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Abhishek Nayar on a sticky wicket as BCCI adds Sitanshu Kotak to India support staff

NEW DELHI: India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar is now on a sticky wicket as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has added Sitanshu Kotak to the support staff as a batting coach. The Indian cricket board didn't have a "batting coach" under head coach Gautam Gambhir but…

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MCA to celebrate Sunil Gavaskar's 75th birthday at Wankhede on Sunday

MUMBAI: The Mumbai Cricket Association will celebrate cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar's 75th birthday during its grand function to mark the 50th anniversary of the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, January 19.

The Times of India

MCA rewards 8 surviving members of 1974 Mumbai team with Rs 10 lakhs each

MUMBAI: In a magnanimous gesture, the Mumbai Cricket Association, on the occasion of Wankhede Stadium's 50th anniversary, on Wednesday rewarded the eight surviving members of the Mumbai team which played the first-ever first-class match at the iconic venue, back in 1974 (Nov 17-19) against Baroda, with Rs 10 lakhs each.

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Vinod Kambli struggles to walk, touches Sunil Gavaskar's feet - WATCH

NEW DELHI: Some of Mumbai's cricketing heroes, including legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar and former player Vinod Kambli, were felicitated by the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) at the opening event of the 50th-anniversary celebrations of the Wankhede Stadium. During the ceremony, Kambli, who played 17 Tests and 104 ODIs, walked towards…

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'India cap shouldn't be given just like that': Sunil Gavaskar urges BCCI to trim squad size for England Test tour

NEW DELHI: Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has called on the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to reduce the squad size for the upcoming Test series against England in June. Gavaskar, writing in his column for Sportstar, expressed concerns about the oversized contingent India took on their…

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When a Pakistani cricketer called Indian players 'kafirs'!

Test stalwart Mohinder Amarnath recalls the 1978 tour in new memoir

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Ahead of Champions Trophy, India vs Pakistan battles to be showcased with 'The Greatest Rivalry' documentary on Netflix

NEW DELHI: On February 7, The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan will be available on Netflix, ready to rekindle all of the fervour, pride, and excitement that have made India-Pakistan cricket matches a classic.

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Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar among other greats to attend Wankhede Stadium's 50th anniversary

The event will begin on January 12 and culminate with the main event on January 19. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar, Rohit Sharma to join Wankhede Stadium's 50th anniversary

NEW DELHI: On January 19, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the legendary Wankhede Stadium by inviting legendary Mumbai cricket players and former Indian team captains.

The Times of India

'23 January ko dekhte hain': Sunil Gavaskar's ultimatum to Indian players

Dismal performance by India, particular the batters, in the recently-concluded Test series in Australia has received a lot of criticism from former players and experts, all of who believe that there is no other way to improve than going through the grind in domestic cricket, whatever be the stature or…

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Jasprit Bumrah as captain was 'absolutely brilliant': Sunil Gavaskar

NEW DELHI: Legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Wednesday hailed Jasprit Bumrah -- the captain -- saying he could well be full time skipper in the longest format for India.

The Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah should not be overburdened, India has got loads of promising pacers: Sunil Gavaskar

NEW DELHI: Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar feels India have sufficient quality that must be provided with the necessary chances to prevent a generational star like Jasprit Bumrah from being overworked.

The Times of India

Sunil Gavaskar on Virat Kohli: Crowd responses create extra pressure on team

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar shared his thoughts on the bumping incident between Australia’s young talent Sam Konstas and India’s star player Virat Kohli, calling it "simply not cricket."

The Times of India

Sunil Gavaskar backs India selectors to take a 'bold decision' for next WTC cycle

NEW DELHI: After the World Test Championship final aspirations were dashed in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, cricket icon Sunil Gavaskar says it won't be a "surprise" if the Indian selectors make a "bold decision" in the forthcoming Test trip of England.

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