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India Batter Kedar Jadhav Announces Retirement From International Cricket

Taking a cue from Mahendra Singh Dhoni, India and Maharashtra batter Kedar Jadhav on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket, four years since his last appearance for the country. The 39-year-old, who made his international debut for India in November 2014 during an ODI against Sri Lanka at Ranchi, went on to play 73 one-dayers and nine T20Is. "Thank you all For your love and support throughout my Career from 1500 hrs. Consider me as retired from all forms of cricket," (sic) wrote Jadhav on X in the manner similar to Dhoni's retirement announcement in 2020. Jadhav, meanwhile, is currently captaining Kolhapur Tuskers in the Maharashtra Premier League which got underway in Pune on Sunday.

Ajinkya Rahane Underlines Importance Of Fitness, Game Plan As Mumbai Begin Off-Season Camp

Mumbai skipper Ajinkya Rahane on Monday underlined the importance of working on fitness and exhorted the players of his state side to utilise the off-season training camp for getting better. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) launched the three-month long camp on the theme titled ‘Home of the Champions' for the upcoming season. Rahane, who led Mumbai to their record-extending 42nd win in the Ranji Trophy last season, said work behind the scenes is critical for players to deliver on the field.

'Foodie' Virat Kohli Enjoys Meal In Dugout As India Take On Bangladesh, Video Viral

Star India batter Virat Kohli, who missed the T20 World Cup warm-up clash against Bangladesh on Saturday, was seen enjoying a wholesome meal on the team dugout. Kohli arrived in New York just a few hours before the start of the match, having reportedly asked for a break from BCCI following the conclusion of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The 35-year-old had missed the team's training sessions in New York before Rohit announced at the toss that all the players will feature against Bangladesh, barring Kohli, who didn't have any match practice under his belt.

Snipers At India vs Pakistan Match? Report Reveals Security Steps After ISIS Threat

The security has been beefed up at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York for the T20 World Cup 2024. The police have positioned snipers at covert locations around the venue that will host Sri Lanka and South Africa in its first international game on Monday. Nassau County Police Department will oversee a massive operation to ensure the games held at the Long Island ground between 3-12 June pass off without incident, the BBC reported. The Eisenhower Park will play host to eight matches of the T20 showpiece including the tournament's blockbuster between India and Pakistan on June 9. Amid the threats from pro-ISIS group, the security measures will include SWAT teams with specialist snipers. Plain clothes police officers will also be operating inside the ground, the report added. Additionally, the four drop-in pitches are being continuously monitored on a rolling 24-hour basis by officers from the force's narcotics division, who have been relieved of their regular duties to make sure they are not tampered with.

Australia cruising ahead of T20 World Cup opener

A sunset catamaran cruise on the blue waters of Barbados was the perfect way for Australia to bond before knuckling down to the business of winning the T20 World Cup, bowler Ashton Agar said.

Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa Loses To Alireza Firouzja, Magnus Carlsen Jumps To Sole Lead

The brother-sister Indian duo of R Praggnanandhaaa and R Vaishali suffered defeats in their respective section while Magnus Carlsen justified his top billing with a win over an off-colour Ding Liren to surge to the sole lead on 12 points in the Norway Chess tournament here. Fabiano Caruana also scored over compatriot Hikaru Nakamura to help Carlsen emerge as the front runner for the crown in the six-player double round-robin contest being fought for a total prize pool of USD 161000.

On T20 World Cup Pitches, Rahul Dravid's Big Injury Warning To India Stars

After Team India's 60-run win in the 2024 T20 World Cup warm-up match against Bangladesh, head coach Rahul Dravid expressed the need for his players to remain cautious about their fitness, due to the soft and spongy nature of the New York ground. Rohit Sharma's men will play their first three Group A games at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. Rishabh Pant slammed a half century on his India return, while Hardik Pandya contributed with both bat and ball, scoring an unbeaten 40 and picking up a wicket.

"Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Make India Handicapped": Rahul Dravid Sent Blunt Message

As India edge closer to the start of their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign, former cricketers and experts are contemplating what playing XI should the team opt for. With no 'Impact Player' rule like the Indian Premier League, the management has to be extra careful with regards to the team balance. Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan, hence, feels there should be more bowling options in the playing XI as the trio of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav doesn't bowl, making the team handicapped.

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India Batter Kedar Jadhav Announces Retirement From International Cricket

Ajinkya Rahane Underlines Importance Of Fitness, Game Plan As Mumbai Begin Off-Season Camp

'Foodie' Virat Kohli Enjoys Meal In Dugout As India Take On Bangladesh, Video Viral

Snipers At India vs Pakistan Match? Report Reveals Security Steps After ISIS Threat

Australia cruising ahead of T20 World Cup opener

Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa Loses To Alireza Firouzja, Magnus Carlsen Jumps To Sole Lead

On T20 World Cup Pitches, Rahul Dravid's Big Injury Warning To India Stars

"Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Make India Handicapped": Rahul Dravid Sent Blunt Message