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Ollie Pope had his chances against India earlier too. By his own admission, he didn't make it count in 2018 and 2021. Ever since, the Surrey player has been keen to lay down the marker at No. 4, where he reckons top batters like Steve Smith, Kane Williamson and Virat Kohli have shouldered the burden. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/dEcTs2A via IFTTT

Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik is set to return to the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) franchise Fortune Barishal on February 2 and will be available for their next game against Khulna Tigers, according to ESPNcricinfo. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/gOG1uLw via IFTTT

Former Australian captain Aaron Finch expressed disappointment over the lack of centuries from Australia's batting lineup following their Test series against the West Indies. Finch highlighted Marnus Labuschagne's below-par performance and the team's need for more substantial contributions. He noted that there are a few cracks in the team, including Usman Khawaja and the bowlers who have done a brilliant job for a long time. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/93QeS0Y via IFTTT

R Ashwin and Axar Patel will obviously lead the Indian spin attack on another black-soil turner in Vizag, but former India captain and former chairman of selectors Krishnamachari Srikkanth feels India should play the two other spinners — wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav and offie Washington Sundar as well in the second Test. England took a 1-0 lead in the five-match series after beating India by 28 runs in the opening Test in Hyderabad. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/p0izB2y via IFTTT

India batter and Karnataka captain Mayank Agarwal was rushed to a hospital in Agartala after he consumed an unidentified liquid — assumed to be water — on board an Agartala-New Delhi flight on Tuesday. The 32-year-old is learnt to be out of danger, but has been kept under observation at the hospital. Members of the state Ranji Trophy team, which defeated the hosts on Monday, were heading to Surat for their next engagement. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/kf07btg via IFTTT

On Monday, the BCCI selection committee included Sarfaraz, left-arm spinner Sourabh Kumar, and all-rounder Washington Sundar in the squad for the second Test against England. This marks Sarfaraz's inaugural national call-up following an impressive display in domestic cricket and notably in the India A series against England Lions. Sarfaraz was included in the squad after India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and batter KL Rahul were ruled out due to injuries. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/NV5Tlq4 via IFTTT

Reeling after a defeat, India suffers a big blow as Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul are ruled out of the second Test against England. Sarfaraz Khan gets a maiden Test call-up as Rahul's replacement. In addition, left-arm spinner Saurabh Kumar and off-spinning allrounder Washington Sundar are added to the squad. No clarity on Virat Kohli's return. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/7m0Ii8L via IFTTT

Ollie Pope's reverse sweep, influenced by the 'Bazball' philosophy, played a crucial role in England's Test win against India. The England team prepared for the Indian spinners by practicing different variants of the sweep shot, including the reverse, scoop, and traditional sweeps. Pope's commitment to playing the shot effectively disrupted the bowlers' line and length, leading to more scoring opportunities. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/LVvZE1y via IFTTT

England beat India by 28 runs on day four of the opening Test to go 1-0 up in the five-match series at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/HWURSAI via IFTTT

Despite facing injury from a toe-crushing yorker by Australian paceman Mitchell Starc, West Indies fast bowler Shamar Joseph showcased an outstanding performance to lead his team to one of the most extraordinary upsets in Test cricket history, stunning Australia by eight runs in Brisbane on Sunday. Arriving in Australia with a weakened squad for the Test series, the West Indies provided debuts to four players, including Joseph, over the course of the two Tests. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/IFvVsrG via IFTTT

Debutant Tom Hartley's extraordinary performance, taking 7/62, led England to a stunning 28-run victory against India in the first Test match in Hyderabad. Hartley's figures were the fourth-best for a visiting debutant bowler in India. England overcame a 190-run deficit in the first innings with Ollie Pope's 196 runs, securing a record-breaking win on Indian soil. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/dP0QcMm via IFTTT

Former England captain Michael Vaughan praised Ravindra Jadeja for his outstanding all-round performance in the first Test between India and England in Hyderabad. Jadeja contributed significantly in both batting and bowling, taking three wickets for 88 runs in England's first innings and contributing with a half-century before being dismissed for 87. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/vdweJ21 via IFTTT

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With KL Rahul scoring a fighting half-century against England that helped the hosts get into a strong position on the second day of the first Test, former India pacer Zaheer Khan called his new avatar as a 2.0 version of his old self. Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja smashed half-centuries to help India grab a first-innings lead of 175 runs, ending day two at 421/7 in 110 overs in their first innings. Rahul's 86 was his 14th Test fifty. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/Xt0TaJD via IFTTT

Yashasvi Jaiswal is relishing his first Test in India after playing overseas. He scored 171 on debut against the West Indies and had mixed performances in South Africa. Jaiswal is enjoying the different environment and is proud to represent his country. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/V6yuCYW via IFTTT

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Cricket West Indies on Friday committed to gender pay equity among its players having signed a new Memorandum of Understanding with the West Indies Players Association. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/r3g2pDo via IFTTT

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Mohammed Siraj has been in roaring form, delivering exceptional performances in the Newlands Test, Asia Cup final, and World Cup. On Thursday, the 29-year-old pacer will play his 24th Test, but only his first on ho me turf when he takes the field against England at what is popularly known as Uppal stadium. For the record, Hyderabad's other legend VVS Laxman, who played most of his first-class matches at the Gymkhana, had to wait for 116 matches before playing a Test at home. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/meciw84 via IFTTT

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Shubman Gill has been awarded the Polly Umrigar Award for the Best International Cricketer in the Men's category for the 2022-23 season. Gill's impressive performance included 1,325 runs in 25 matches, with his highest score of 208 against New Zealand. Gill expressed nostalgia for his time with Team India and the moment he met his idols and legends, including Virat. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/N28I3SV via IFTTT

England seamer Mark Wood said his team would not curb their attacking instincts in the five-match Test series against India. Patented by their coach Brendon McCullum and skipper Ben Stokes, England’s ‘Bazball’ has been the flavour of the last few seasons. Wood, however, said his team was aware of the challenges they will face in this series. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/UBpOhzZ via IFTTT

England's uncapped spinner Shoaib Bashir has been ruled out of the first Test of the India tour due to visa issues. Bashir, of Pakistani heritage, was unable to join the squad from Abu Dhabi's training camp. The England and Wales Cricket Board initially sought assistance from the BCCI, but Bashir was instructed to address the matter directly with the Indian High Commission. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/c0EVH8s via IFTTT

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. Shubman Gill, who enjoyed a breakthrough year in international cricket in 2023, during which he became the fastest to cross the 2000-run mark in ODIs and also scored five tons in the format, will be presented with the Cricketer of the Year award. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/DEwnS6I via IFTTT

The inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on Monday witnessed the presence of numerous celebrities. While it remains uncertain whether the former Indian captain, Virat Kohli, was among the Indian cricketers attending the event, his doppelganger garnered significant attention from the crowd. The look-alike, sporting Team India's blue jersey, was surrounded by people eager to take selfies in a video captured after the Pran Pratishtha ceremony. PM Narendra Modi played a pivotal role in the inauguration ceremony. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/ytZaK1P via IFTTT

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. Kohli’s withdrawal opens up a slot in the middle order and the BCCI is optimistic the squad will front up to the challenge. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/4JV8cwj via IFTTT

Andy Flower, former Zimbabwe captsin who coached the England team from 2009 to 2014, is well-acquainted with the squad. Remaining actively engaged with their performances, he anticipates an intriguing five-Test series between India and England that begins with the first Test in Hyderabad from January 25. The last series between the two teams ended in a 2-2 draw. Though spinners play an important role on India wickets, Flower believes the Indian pace attack can also be very lethal. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/dnWQy63 via IFTTT

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has been preparing for the upcoming five-Test series against England, which will begin on January 25 in Hyderabad and end on March 11 in Dharamshala. The Mumbai Indians, the reigning five-time Indian Premier League champions, have shared images of Sharma's intense training regimen on social media platform X. Rohit boasts an impressive record against England, having accumulated 747 runs in nine Tests at an average of 49.80. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/45rCPHy via IFTTT

Despite losing the series 4-1, the tourists finished on a positive note by defending their total of 134 for 8, as the Black Caps crumbled for a meager 92. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/8MG59E7 via IFTTT

Legendary Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar on Saturday lauded star India batter Virat Kohli for completing 50 ODI centuries, saying that he is the best batter of modern era and wished that he would get a century of centuries. Shoaib is in UAE for International League T20 season two, a league with which he is associated as a brand ambassador and commentator. In 522 international matches, Virat has scored 26,733 runs, with 80 centuries and 139 half-centuries. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/LkrpnsJ via IFTTT

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New Zealand have already taken a 4-0 lead in the five-match series and Mitchell would be rested as part of his workload management, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said on Saturday. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/0Qn5ySg via IFTTT

The victory achieved in the last session of the game was spearheaded by Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 89. Noteworthy performances also came from Shubman Gill and Cheteshwar Pujara, who scored 91 and 56, respectively, in the top order. Challenged with a formidable task of chasing 328 runs, the visitors put on a remarkable show. Reflecting on that momentous day, Pant revealed exclusive behind-the-scenes anecdotes in a Star Sports interview, sharing Rohit Sharma's words that he always remembers. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/6bWHEFP via IFTTT

Former Australian player Tom Moody, director of cricket for Desert Vipers, is confident in their preparation for the DP World ILT20. Moody acknowledges the quality of the league and the dominance of the IPL. He believes Test cricket will continue despite the rise of franchise events. Moody would have enjoyed playing T20s and considers franchise cricket a privileged opportunity. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/GCOiIFW via IFTTT

The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced that Mickey Arthur, Grant Bradburn, and Andrew Puttick have resigned from their positions at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore. The resignations were made following a change in their portfolios in November 2023. The changes were implemented following the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, leading to a reshuffling of roles within the NCA. The PCB's statement cited the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup as the reason for the resignations. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/zH4UO2J via IFTTT

Australia secured a 10 wicket victory over the West Indies at Adelaide Oval, thanks to Josh Hazlewood's impressive five-wicket haul of 5/35. The match saw Usman Khawaja retire injured after a head injury, while Marnus Labuschagne sealed the win off the second ball he faced. Australia's dominance was evident throughout the match, with a substantial first-innings lead of 95. Hazlewood's dismantling of the West Indies top order set the tone for the victory. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/RWBQI5E via IFTTT

India overcame Afghanistan in second Super Over in heart-stopping T20 International to complete 3-0 series sweep on night of high drama on Wednesday. The final match of the three-match series provided the most drama as Afghanistan, replying to India's mammoth 212-4, racked up 212-6 resulting in deadlock. In first Super Over, Afghanistan managed 16-1, which India matched as stalemate continued. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/ES9qVWi via IFTTT

The third T20I clash between India and Afghanistan in Bengaluru made cricket history by necessitating two Super Overs to establish the winner of the match. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/ur2T4kQ via IFTTT

Zimbabwe secured their first T20 international victory against Sri Lanka in a dramatic match in Colombo. With a target of 174, Zimbabwe required 20 runs off the last over, bowled by Angelo Mathews. They ultimately triumphed by four wickets with a ball to spare. Match-winner Luke Jongwe smashed three sixes, guiding his team to a remarkable victory. Jongwe was named man of the match for his outstanding all-round performance. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/N2SqJnf via IFTTT

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Renowned for his powerful sixes, Chris Gayle, the West Indies batsman affectionately known as 'the Universe Boss,' made a surprise appearance at a gas station in Jamaica, delighting the locals in his distinctive style. Gayle's international run tally stands at 19,594, with 10,480 runs attributed to ODIs. His remarkable record includes 42 centuries in international matches. In addition to his 301 ODI appearances, Gayle has played 103 Tests and 79 T20Is for the West Indies team. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/rRwcziH via IFTTT

India is considering Shivam Dube as a potential replacement for Hardik Pandya. Dube bowled in the second T20I against Afghanistan, and although he conceded 20 runs, the experience will benefit him. He has improved his bowling after losing weight and took 6/23 in a Ranji Trophy match. Dube’s career has seen an uptick since he started playing under MS Dhoni’s captaincy in the IPL for Chennai Super Kings, who bought him in the IPL auction in 2022. The following 2023 IPL season was a breakaway one for Dube. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/th4j2Ud via IFTTT

New Zealand cricket captain Kane Williamson will be sidelined for the final three matches of the Twenty20 series against Pakistan due to a minor hamstring strain sustained during the second T20I match in Hamilton. Despite the setback, the Black Caps secured a 2-0 lead in the series. New Zealand Cricket confirmed the injury occurred while Williamson was batting and is establishing a timeline for his rehabilitation and return to cricket. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/Rb6wlNS via IFTTT

New Zealand cricket captain Kane Williamson is unlikely to play in the remaining T20 matches against Pakistan due to a hamstring injury sustained during the second Twenty20 match. He was ruled out of the third T20 scheduled for Wednesday and is likely to miss the final two games. Coach Gary Stead emphasized the importance of prioritizing Williamson's fitness for the upcoming Test series against South Africa. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/JTkdzO2 via IFTTT

Over the years, the essence of IPL franchises has been to ‘catch them young and watch them grow’. On Friday evening, as Paarl Royals began their campaign in the Betway SA20 league here with a resounding win over Pretoria Capitals, it was a day of double delight for the Royals’ director of cricket, Kumar Sangakkara. As the contest was under way, the news of wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel’s maiden national senior team came in. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/xQ0RHIs via IFTTT

Yuvraj Singh has always been aggressive, whether it was while batting or talking. The former India allrounder spoke to TOI at the launch of the Yuvraj Singh Centre of Excellence. "Ashwin is a great bowler but I don’t think he deserves a place in ODIs and T20s. He is very good with the ball, but what does he bring with the bat? Or as a fielder? In the Test team, yes, he should be there. But in white-ball cricket, I don’t think he deserves a place," Yuvraj said. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://ift.tt/d1yvmKw via IFTTT