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On Young Players Snubbing Ranji Trophy, Ex-India Star Exposes IPL Factor

Former India batter Aakash Chopra has emphasized the importance of first-class cricket for national team, urging the selectors not to pick players who are neglecting the Ranji Trophy. Chopra feels the selectors should prefer players performing in the domestic circuit, rather than the Indian Premier League. India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has been in the news ever since he pulled out of the South Africa Tests last year, citing fatigue.

"Father Wanted To Play For India": Sarfaraz Khan's Revelation After Record-Breaking Fifty

All that Sarfaraz Khan wanted since the beginning of his cricket journey as a six-year-old was to become an international player in front of his father. Two decades later, that dream came true on Thursday for the Mumbaikar when he was handed his Test cap ahead of the third match against England by no less than former captain Anil Kumble with his father Naushad watching tearfully. As was expected, he proved his worth with a half-century which could have been a bigger knock if not for the run-out at non-striker's end following a mix-up with unbeaten centurion Ravindra Jadeja.

Sarfaraz Khan's Dad Didn't Want To Attend Son's Debut. Then Came This Message From Suryakumar Yadav

If it wasn't for India batter Suryakumar Yadav, the father of Sarfaraz Khan would not have been present to see his son get the coveted Test cap from Anil Kumble. Naushad Khan was in attendance along with Sarfaraz's wife on day one of the third Test between India and England at the Niranjan Shah Stadium. Tears rolled down Naushad's eyes as he witnessed his son get the India cap. Sarfaraz ended up making a strokeful 62 on debut.

Jay Shah Reveals Rahul Dravid's Future As India Coach With Big T20 World Cup Statement

Rahul Dravid will continue to remain in the position of India's head coach till the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 in June this year, confirmed BCCI secretary Jay Shah. Dravid's contract ended after the ODI World Cup final last year, but he was asked to continue in his role along with other support staff for the December-January tour to South Africa without finalising the tenure. But Shah said he held an initial talk with Dravid here before arriving at the decision to retain the former captain's services till the ICC showpiece to be held in the West Indies and the USA. “After the (2023) World Cup, Rahul bhai had to leave for the South Africa tour immediately. We did not get to meet in between which finally happened today,” Shah said here on the sidelines of the renaming function of the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Wednesday night.

Khelo India Winter Games 2024: Talent, Hope Aplenty But What's Next For Ice Skaters?

India's top skaters believe the start of the Khelo India Winter Games in Ladakh could be a gamechanger for ice-sports although a lot remains to be done. Shruti Kotwal, India's first professional long track skater based in the United States, and Akash Aradhya, a veteran in short-track sprinting, feel the recently concluded KIWG at Leh held out significant promises for skaters with long-term aspiration. In ice-skating, Kotwal and Aradhya, have been there, done that and are seeing the transformation of winter sports in India.

Sarfaraz Khan Equals Monumental Post-Independence National Record with Half-century On Debut

Sarfaraz Khan's much-awaited international debut was worth the wait as he scored a fine half-century on the first day of the third India vs England Test in Rajkot on Thursday. After years of consistent display in the domestic cricket tournaments, Sarfaraz Khan made his debut special with a knock of 62 in 66 balls, with nine fours and a six on the first day of the Test match. His runs came at a strike rate of 93.33.

Sumit Nagal Battles Past Coleman Wong, Moves Into Quarterfinals

Sumit Nagal was put through his sternest test yet by Coleman Wong but the second seeded Indian had enough grunt in him to fight past the Hong Kong man to enter the quarterfinals of the Bengaluru Open on Thursday. Nagal won 6-2, 7-5 after an hour and 46 minutes of intense battle. But the beginning belied the struggles awaited Nagal in the later stages of the match. Nagal continued the pattern of earning an early break when he went up 2-0 in the opening set. But it was not all smooth sailing as the 26-year-old had to battle past from 0-30 down in the very next game to hold his serve.

With "Proudest Moment" Remark, Cheteshwar Pujara Makes Team India Intentions Clear

Away from the Indian Test team, Cheteshwar Pujara continues to construct a mountain of runs in First-Class cricket, with the hope that the doors for the Indian team would once again open for him. At the age of 36, it's difficult for any batter to make an international comeback, especially if the management is looking to give long rope to younger players. But, the fire hasn't yet died in the heart of Pujara, with the player eager to relive the 'proudest moment' of his career, which is to represent his nation.

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On Young Players Snubbing Ranji Trophy, Ex-India Star Exposes IPL Factor

"Father Wanted To Play For India": Sarfaraz Khan's Revelation After Record-Breaking Fifty

Sarfaraz Khan's Dad Didn't Want To Attend Son's Debut. Then Came This Message From Suryakumar Yadav

Jay Shah Reveals Rahul Dravid's Future As India Coach With Big T20 World Cup Statement

Khelo India Winter Games 2024: Talent, Hope Aplenty But What's Next For Ice Skaters?

Sarfaraz Khan Equals Monumental Post-Independence National Record with Half-century On Debut

Sumit Nagal Battles Past Coleman Wong, Moves Into Quarterfinals

With "Proudest Moment" Remark, Cheteshwar Pujara Makes Team India Intentions Clear