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"There Might Have Been Competition...": R Ashwin's Admission On Battle With Ravindra Jadeja

Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja were India's two star performers on home soil yet again as India crushed Bangladesh by 280 runs in the first Test. Ashwin contributed with a stunning century and then a six-wicket haul, while Jadeja supported him with 86 with the bat and five wickets with the ball. After the game, Ashwin hailed Jadeja's impact on his game and the team, but also admitted that there had been a period when the two were competing for a spot in the team.

Mohun Bagan Super Giant Seek First Win Of Season In Match Against NorthEast United

Mohun Bagan Super Giant will aim to grab their first win of the season when they clash against NorthEast United in their second home game of the Indian Super League 2024-25 season in Kolkata on Monday. The Mariners had shared the spoils with Mumbai City FC in their opening match. NorthEast United, meanwhile, earned a win in their first game, courtesy a late goal by Alaeddine Ajaraie against debutants Mohammedan Sporting. They will now take on the Mariners whom they defeated a few weeks back in the Durand Cup 2024 final and will be upbeat to land their third successive win in Kolkata.

'Have Said It Before...': Rishabh Pant's Honest Take On Comparisons With MS Dhoni

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has opened up on his comparisons with legendary stumper MS Dhoni. Pant's reaction came after he helped India beat Bangladesh in the 1st Test in Chennai on Sunday. The 26-year-old made a memorable return to Test cricket, hitting a hundred in his first outing in whites for India since December 2022. For long, Pant has been touted as Dhoni's successor in the Indian team. However, he played down comparisons with the former India captain, insisting that he is focused on creating his own identity.

India Script History By Winning Rare Double Gold At Chess Olympiad 2024

India on Sunday scripted history as its men's and women's teams clinched their maiden gold medals in the 45th Chess Olympiad after beating their respective opponents in the final round. The men's team defeated Slovenia after D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi and R Praggnanadhaa won their respective matches in the 11th and final round match.

India Claim Historic First Gold Medal In Open Section At Chess Olympiad 2024

India claim historic first gold medal in the open section at Chess Olympiad 2024. The Indian team comprised of Gukesh D, Praggnanandhaa R, Arjun Erigaisi, Vidit Gujrathi, Pentala Harikrishna and Srinath Narayanan. The historic gold medal was secured after Arjun Erigaisi and D Gukesh clinched wins in their respective matches and second-placed China dropped points on two boards against the USA. The Indian team enjoyed a dream start to the competition, winning its first eight ties before being held to a draw by last edition's champions Uzbekistan. India won a bronze medal during the 2022 Chess Olympiad on home soil.

India's Unwanted Record Despite 280-Run Victory Against Bangladesh In Chennai

Ravichandran Ashwin, who scored a century in the first innings, took six wickets in the second innings as India thumped Bangladesh by 280 runs in the first Test in Chennai on Sunday. Bangladesh resumed the day on 158-4 with captain Najmul Hossain Shanto batting with veteran Shakib Al Hasan. However, local hero Ashwin struck first to end a stubborn overnight stand of 48 by getting Shakib out for 25. The dismissal sparked a batting collapse in the morning session as Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja shared nine wickets between them.

"I'm Sure He Has Timer On": R Ashwin Trolls Rohit Sharma, Leaves India Captain In Splits

India's Test all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin didn't just ace his duties on the field but also off it, after being challenged by skipper Rohit Sharma to keep the conversation with presenter Harsha Bhogle shorter than his. As Ashwin was called up for a chat by Harsha, after being named the Player of the Match for his 6-for and hundred in the Chepauk Test, the all-rounder had everyone laughing as he spoke of the challenge skipper Rohit had given him.

Gautam Gambhir's First Reaction To Maiden Test Win As Indian Cricket Team Head Coach

The Indian cricket team completely outplayed Bangladesh to register a mammoth 280-run victory in the first Test match in Chennai on Sunday. Chasing a target of 515, Bangladesh never looked in the hunt as they were bowled out for 234. Ravichandran Ashwin was the pick of the Indian bowlers as he took 6 wickets for 88 runs. It was also a special win for head coach Gautam Gambhir as it was his maiden Test victory in charge. Gambhir took to social media to post a special message for the team following the win as he wrote - "A fantastic start! Well done boys!".

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"There Might Have Been Competition...": R Ashwin's Admission On Battle With Ravindra Jadeja

Mohun Bagan Super Giant Seek First Win Of Season In Match Against NorthEast United

'Have Said It Before...': Rishabh Pant's Honest Take On Comparisons With MS Dhoni

India Script History By Winning Rare Double Gold At Chess Olympiad 2024

India Claim Historic First Gold Medal In Open Section At Chess Olympiad 2024

India's Unwanted Record Despite 280-Run Victory Against Bangladesh In Chennai

"I'm Sure He Has Timer On": R Ashwin Trolls Rohit Sharma, Leaves India Captain In Splits

Gautam Gambhir's First Reaction To Maiden Test Win As Indian Cricket Team Head Coach