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"Ravichandran Ashwin Doesn't Deserve Place In...": Yuvraj Singh's Explosive Statement

One of the greatest players of his generation, Ravichandran Ashwin has done wonders in Test cricket, climbing the ladder of success with his exceptional wicket-taking abilities. But, there are those who feel Ashwin isn't the sort of player who should be banked upon much in white-ball cricket. Despite Ashwin's rather topsy-turvy career in ODIs and T20Is, he has been part of several World Cups (in both formats). Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, when asked about Ashwin's white-ball career, was quick to say that the veteran spinner "doesn't deserve" a place in India's T20I and ODI sides.

"Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's Return To Deny Youngsters?" Reporter Asks Yuvraj Singh. His Reply

Ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup, it is now almost clear that the players' performance in the first half of the IPL will be crucial. The Indian cricket team is currently engaged with Afghanistan in a T20I series. The return of two veterans - Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli - has made things more interesting. After the 2022 T20 World Cup, where India lost in the semi-final, there general notion was that India would bank on youth going forward in T20Is. However, things are different now. There are speculations on the captaincy too. While Hardik Pandya was the favourite earlier, now Rohit Sharma is clearly in the fray.

Watch: Afghanistan Star Pranks Sleeping Rinku Singh Mid-Flight, India Batter Wakes And Does This

Since making his India debut during the tour of Ireland last year, Rinku Singh has been making constant strides in international cricket. Batting down the order, Rinku has developed a knack of finishing games for India. His T20I scores read -- 38, 37, 22, 31, 46, 6, 68, 14, and 16 so far, scoring 278 runs from nine innings at a wonderful average of 69.50. The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter played an important cameo on Thursday as India defeated Afghanistan by six wickets in the first T20I in Mohali.

Emma Raducanu determined to make ‘aggressive’ Australian Open comeback

Emma Raducanu was left unable to do simple tasks after three surgeries last spring, but the 21-year-old believes the enforced break from tennis could be the making of her.

India's Predicted XI vs Afghanistan, 2nd T20I: Who Will Make Way For Virat Kohli?

After a convincing victory in the first T20I against Afghanistan, the Indian cricket team gears up for the second match of the series, with returning Virat Kohli in focus. The talismanic batter missed the series opener due to a personal commitment but is back and available for selection in the second T20I of the 3-match assignment. Kohli, who hasn't featured in a T20I for India since the conclusion of the T20 World Cup 2022, will be keen to impress, especially keeping the selection for next year's World Cup in mind.

Gujarat Giants Crowned Champions Of Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2 After Victory Over Chennai Quick Guns

Gujarat Giants became champions of Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2 with a 31-26 victory over Chennai Quick Guns at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Cuttack on Saturday. Despite battling bouts of inconsistency during the league phase, Gujarat Giants were superb on the day as they closed off the contest in the first innings itself. Chennai Quick Guns, who were favourites coming into the match, will rue their failure to get going from the onset. That meant that a superb comeback in the final turn was not enough.

Shooter Vijayveer Sidhu Clinches 17th Paris Olympics Spot For India

India's Vijayveer Sidhu clinched a 17th Paris Games quota place for the country while clinching a silver medal in the men's 25m rapid-fire event at the Asia Olympic Qualifiers in Jakarta on Saturday. The 21-year-old team bronze-medallist at the Hangzhou Asian Games last year, joins senior country-mate Anish Bhanwala in securing a Paris berth in the 25m rapid fire. Anish had bagged the Olympic quota with a bronze medal in the Asian Championship in Changwon, Korea, last year. Vijayveer did not have to wait for a medal to secure a quota place. He earned it by qualifying for the final in fourth place with a score of 577.

Hardik Pandya vs Rohit Sharma Ego Clash Over Mumbai Indians Captaincy? Yuvraj Singh Says, "If They Have Issue..."

Hardik Pandya is set to captain five-time Indian Premier League champions Mumbai Indians in the upcoming season. He has replaced Rohit Sharma in the role. It is worth noting that Rohit-led Mumbai to the title on five occasions in the past and in IPL 2024, he will be playing under the leadership of Hardik. On any potential ego clash between the two players, former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh said: "When players play together these things happen. If they have an issue they should definitely sit and talk about it."

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"Ravichandran Ashwin Doesn't Deserve Place In...": Yuvraj Singh's Explosive Statement

"Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's Return To Deny Youngsters?" Reporter Asks Yuvraj Singh. His Reply

Watch: Afghanistan Star Pranks Sleeping Rinku Singh Mid-Flight, India Batter Wakes And Does This

Emma Raducanu determined to make ‘aggressive’ Australian Open comeback

India's Predicted XI vs Afghanistan, 2nd T20I: Who Will Make Way For Virat Kohli?

Gujarat Giants Crowned Champions Of Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2 After Victory Over Chennai Quick Guns

Shooter Vijayveer Sidhu Clinches 17th Paris Olympics Spot For India

Hardik Pandya vs Rohit Sharma Ego Clash Over Mumbai Indians Captaincy? Yuvraj Singh Says, "If They Have Issue..."