Superb UAE shock Pakistan in Under-19 Asia Cup semi-final
The UAE will face Bangladesh in the Under-19 Asia Cup final at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday after stunning Pakistan in the semi-final.
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Pandya to take over Mumbai Indians captaincy from Rohit in IPL
Hardik Pandya will replace Rohit Sharma as the captain of the Mumbai Indians in 2024, the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise said on Friday after re-signing the all-rounder only last month.
On Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma Playing T20 World Cup 2024, AB De Villiers' Big 'Hunger' Verdict
The future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma has been the topic of several debates both among experts and fans in the recent past. Following India's defeat against Australia in the Cricket World Cup 2023 final, reports surfaced that the veteran duo are looking to move away from the shortest format of the sport and the conversation got more intense when they were not included in the white-ball series against South Africa. However, legendary South African cricketer AB De Villiers believes that it is all about the hunger in both the players and he backed Rohit and Virat to play for India in the T20 World Cup 2024.
"Whether He Scores 1 Run Or No Runs...": Sunil Gavaskar's Big Take On India Star
Legendary Indian cricket team batter Sunil Gavaskar backed Rishabh Pant to stake a claim for a spot in the T20 World Cup 2024 squad. Pant has been missing in action since late 2022 after he was involved in an accident but he is expected to play for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Following India's loss to South Africa in the second T20I encounter on Tuesday, Gavaskar said on Star Sports that Pant is an impact player for the Indian cricket team and irrespective of his form in the IPL, he will surely be a major contender for a spot in the T20 World Cup squad if he is completely fit.
Hardik Pandya Ending Rohit Sharma's 10-Year Reign As Mumbai Indians Skipper Sparks Massive Meme Fest
Hardik Pandya was appointed the Mumbai Indians skipper ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season ending the ten-year tenure of Rohit Sharma. Rohit was one of the most successful captains in the history of the competition with five trophies with MI. As a player, the Indian cricket team skipper has won six with one of them coming with Deccan Chargers. Pandya rejoined MI as part of a sensational trade move from Gujarat Titans where he was captain for two years and even led them to the title in 2022. In an official statement, Mumbai Indians explained that the change in leadership was part of their future planning and thanked Rohit for his service to the franchise. Mumbai Indians are currently the most successful IPL franchise along with Chennai Super Kings with five titles each.
Watch: 'Impact Fielder' Medal Back In India's Dressing Room. Winner Is...
It wasn't just the Indian team's performance in the ODI World Cup 2023 that sent smiles all across the country but the ‘best fielder' custom that brought some epic dressing room scenes from the Indian team. While many believed that the ‘best fielder' trend would end with the conclusion of the World Cup, India's fielding coach T Dilip ensured that wasn't the case. After the conclusion of the T20Is against South Africa, Dilip brought the ‘impact fielder' in the Indian team for the series, and it was none other than Mohammed Siraj.
Hardik Pandya Replaces Rohit Sharma As Mumbai Indians Skipper Ahead Of IPL 2024
Hardik Pandya was appointed the Mumbai Indians skipper ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season on Friday. It meant the end of Rohit Sharma's ten-year tenure as MI skipper. During his time as skipper, Rohit guided the franchise to five IPL trophies. Pandya rejoined the MI side as part of a sensational trade move from Gujarat Titans. The all-rounder was the GT captain for the past two years and he won the title with the franchise back in 2022.
"You Asked Us To...": Mumbai Indians' Message To Rohit Sharma After Naming Hardik Pandya As Captain
Mumbai Indians (MI) on Friday named Hardik Pandya as their captain ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Hardik replaced a highly-successful Rohit Sharma, who led the IPL giants to five trophies. The announcement from Mumbai Indians came after Hardik made a return to the franchise last month, following a high-profile trade from Gujarat Titans, whom he led in the past two seasons. After announcing the news of the captaincy change, MI put a heartfelt post on social media for Rohit.