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BIZARRE: Surya - What They Never Told You

Replacing Suryakumar as T20I captain a "tough decision" but "in interest of team," says BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar

Ajit Agarkar, BCCI's Senior Men's Selection Committee Chairman, revealed Suryakumar Yadav's removal as T20I captain and squad exclusion was a tough but necessary decision for the team's future. Shreyas Iyer has been appointed the new T20I captain, with Tilak Varma as his deputy, citing form and future direction as key…

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Suryakumar Yadav is too good a player to be dropped, hope he's rested: MSK Prasad

Suryakumar Yadav's removal from India's T20I squad has surprised former chief selector MSK Prasad. He believes Yadav, like Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya, has been rested. Shreyas Iyer will captain the team for upcoming series in Ireland, England, and the Asian Games. Prasad also advocated for Rajat Patidar's inclusion and…

The Economic Times

Why Karna’s Story Began Thousands of Years Earlier

Most people know Karna as the tragic warrior of the Mahabharata. A hero born with divine armor. A man unmatched in generosity and courage. But very few know the terrifying story that began long before his birth. Before Karna became the son of the Sun God, he was believed to…

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Gambhir likely to have last word on Suryakumar's future as captain: BCCI source

Suryakumar Yadav's captaincy hangs in the balance. Selectors are reportedly unconvinced about his batting form. Head coach Gautam Gambhir's opinion will be crucial. Potential successors like Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill are being considered. The decision impacts India's T20 future planning.

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A team of superstars, not a superstar team: Why Mumbai Indians’ core failed to click in IPL 2026

The Mumbai Indians, a team built around the core of India's T20 World Cup champions, faced an early elimination in IPL 2026. Despite their individual brilliance, the players, seemingly fatigued from their international triumph, struggled to unite as a cohesive unit, leading to fan frustration and questions about the team's…

The Economic Times

Divine Surya Mantra That Boosts Confidence & Mental Clarity Fast

In a world where stress, distraction, and mental fatigue have become part of daily life, ancient spiritual practices are increasingly being revisited for inner stability and focus. Among them, Surya Mantra worship, dedicated to the Sun deity, has gained attention not only in spiritual traditions but also in modern wellness…

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Why Lord Ram Called the Sun Before the War Begins

What if a single ancient mantra had the power to transform your focus, energy, and direction in life? A mantra so profound that even Lord Ram is believed to have invoked it before facing one of the greatest battles in history. This idea immediately raises a powerful question why would…

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Chant These 3 Hindu Mantras for Protection and Success

Hinduism is one of the oldest religions in the world that has gifted us powerful mantras. For thousands of years devotees have been reporting that they found profound inner peace and balance by chanting many of the mantras associated with the religion. Each Hindu mantra is most frequently associated with…

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Why 3 Grains Changed Everything on Akshaya Tritiya

What if just three grains of rice could change destiny? It sounds impossible. But this is exactly what makes Akshaya Tritiya so powerful. A day believed to bring endless blessings didn’t start with wealth or gold it began in a moment of fear, hunger, and helplessness. A story where everything…

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Why God Couldn’t Create Humans at First

What if humans were never meant to survive at least not in the beginning? Imagine being created again and again only to collapse every single time. No matter how perfect the form looked, it could not hold itself together. That’s what happened when Shiva and the divine forces began shaping…

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How One Transformation Created Two Powerful Brothers

You think you know the Ramayana. You’ve heard stories of war, devotion, and loyalty. But what if one of its most powerful characters had a birth so unusual it changes everything you believe? This is not just a tale of two brothers. It is a story of transformation, divine energy,…

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Why Hanuman Never Married: The Truth That May Surprise You

Among all the extraordinary figures of the Ramayana, Hanuman stands in a category entirely his own, not only because of his unmatched strength or his divine abilities, but because of the life he chose to live- a life that seems untouched by personal desire, untouched by worldly ambition and defined…

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4 Temples That Reappeared After Being Lost

“न हि सत्यं न च धर्मो न श्रद्धा न च साधनम्। यत्र देवालयो नास्ति तत्र नास्ति शुभं फलम्॥” This ancient Sanskrit verse reminds us that a sacred space is not just stone and architecture. A temple carries memory, devotion, and the spiritual identity of generations. Yet history shows that many…

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Trophies Matter More Than Milestones, Says Gautam Gambhir After India’s T20 World Cup Triumph

Following India’s emphatic victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, head coach Gautam Gambhir reiterated a philosophy he believes Indian cricket must embrace — trophies matter far more than personal milestones.

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T20 World Cup: India’s Troubling Batting Trends and Off-Spin Woes

India may boast a flawless 4-0 record in the group stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, but beneath the unbeaten run lie cracks that opponents are beginning to exploit. As Suryakumar Yadav’s men prepare to face South Africa national cricket team in the Super Eight on February 22,…

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Magha Purnima 2026: Date, Muhurat, Rituals & Spiritual Significance

Magha Purnima or Maghi Purnima is a highly significant spiritual festival according to Hindu traditions. This is the day in which the divine Kumbh Mela happen every 12 years at the sacred space of Triveni Sangam in Prayag. The belief is that the sacred energies of the Gods descend towards…

The Times of India

Suryakumar Yadav set to follow Yashasvi Jaiswal from Mumbai to Goa?

There seems to be a coup underway in Mumbai cricket as hours after Yashasvi Jaiswal sent an email seeking a No Objection Certificate (NOC), another star India batter is learnt to be on his way out too.

The Times of India

Hardik Pandya suspended, Suryakumar Yadav to lead MI against CSK

MUMBAI: Mumbai Indians received an early setback in their IPL 2025 campaign after captain Hardik Pandya remains suspended for the opening fixture. Pandya and coach Mahela Jayawardene announced on Wednesday that Suryakumar Yadav, India’s T20 captain, will lead the team in MI’s opener against Chennai Super Kings.

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Suryakumar Yadav to lead Mumbai Indians in their IPL 2025 opener with captain Hardik Pandya suspended

Mumbai Indians' (MI) captain Hardik Pandya's one-match suspension for his team's over-rate offence in the last season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will carry forward to the upcoming edition, which makes the all-rounder unavailable for his team's season opener against Chennai Super Kings on Sunday.

The Times of India

At Eden, all eyes on Surya as 42-time Ranji champions Mumbai face spirited Haryana in quarters

KOLKATA: After Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, it's time for Suryakumar Yadav to strive at getting back among the runs through domestic cricket. In a series which India convincingly won 4-1 against England, the India T20I skipper managed just 28 runs in five innings. He failed to open his account…

The Times of India

Is T20I captaincy weighing Suryakumar Yadav down?

NEW DELHI: India have emerged as a dominant force in T20Is under skipper Suryakumar Yadav but the form of 'Mr. 360' has now become a growing concern. Since taking over the captaincy in 2023, Suryakumar has led India in 22 matches, securing 17 wins and a win percentage of 79.54%.…

The Times of India

'It's just a technical flaw ': Ambati Rayudu advises Sanju Samson on pull shot technique against Jofra Archer

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu has advised Sanju Samson to refrain from playing pull shots against Jofra Archer in the upcoming T20I matches against England. He suggested that Samson should focus on surviving Archer's spell and target other bowlers instead.

The Times of India

'Can't hit every ball to the boundary' - Michael Vaughan slams over-aggressive Suryakumar Yadav

India captain Suryakumar Yadav, renowned for his attacking 360-degree batting in the shortest format of the game, hasn't played any innings of note in the first three matches of the ongoing T20I series against England and has paid the price for his ultra-aggressive approach, which former England captain Michael Vaughan…

The Times of India

3rd T20I: Suryakumar Yadav feels India 'had the game' in their hands, praises Adil Rashid

India lost the third T20I against England in Rajkot on Tuesday and the home team's skipper Suryakumar Yadav rued the fact that they let England off the hook despite having them on the ropes.

The Times of India

'No question mark over Sanju Samson as wicketkeeper in T20Is'

After his good show in South Africa, Sanju Samson was named India's first-choice wicketkeeper for the five-match T20I series against England, beginning on Wednesday in Kolkata; and captain Suryakumar Yadav said Samson has shown "what he is capable of."

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