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All Eyes On Jasprit Bumrah, India's Gen-Next Stars Ready To Shine vs Ireland

Almost 11 months after he hobbled off the field, Jasprit Bumrah will be cynosure of all eyes when he leads India against Ireland as the fast bowler's fitness and rhythm will be tested in the three-match T20 International series, starting Friday. The team is packed with India's Gen-Next IPL performers like Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rinku Singh and Jitesh Sharma but stakeholders in Indian cricket will keenly observe Bumrah, who will be key to home team's plans during the ODI World Cup starting in less than two months.

Neeraj Chopra Urges MEA To Fix Javelin Thrower Kishore Jena's Visa Issues To Enable His Participation In World Championships

Indian Olympic gold medalist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Thursday urged Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar to resolve the visa issues of athlete Kishore Jena to enable him to take part in the World Athletics Championships, which will be held in Budapest, Hungary this year. The top athletics event will be held in Hungary from August 19 to 27. "Just heard that there are issues with Kishore Jena's VISA, preventing him from entering Hungary for the World C'ships. I hope the authorities are able to find a solution, as this is one of the biggest moments of his career. Let's do everything we can. @MEAIndia @DrSJaishankar," tweeted Neeraj.

Kohli is the solution to India's No 4 concerns, says Shastri

NEW DELHI : Fielding Virat Kohli at number four could address India's long-standing concerns about a settled batter at that crucial position, former coach Ravi Shastri has said.

India Effect! Tickets For First Two Ireland T20Is Sold Out

The Indian team's global popularity does add financial muscle to emerging cricket boards as Cricket Ireland realised after all tickets for the first T20 Internationals were sold out. "The first and second Men's T20 Internationals between Ireland and India are now sold out, with the third match selling quickly," Cricket Ireland posted in its website. All the matches will be held at 'The Village' Malahide Cricket Club Ground which has an official capacity of 11,500.

How To Book India vs Pakistan Asia Cup Match Tickets? Sri Lanka-Leg Tickets To Go On Sale Today

The sale of tickets for the Sri Lankan leg of the upcoming Asia Cup 2023 will go on sale from Thursday, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said. "The Pakistan Cricket Board as hosts of the ACC Men's Asia Cup 2023 is pleased to announce the sale of match tickets for the Sri Lanka leg of the event. Tickets for the first phase of the Sri Lanka leg will go on sale from 12 pm (noon) PST on 17 August," said a statement from PCB on Wednesday.

World Cup Chess: D Gukesh, Vidit Gujrathi Out; R Praggnanandhaa Forces Tie-breaker Against Erigaisi

Indian Grandmasters D Gukesh and Vidit Santosh Gujrathi bowed out of the FIDE World Cup chess tournament after losing to Norwegian Magnus Carlsen and Azerbaijan's Nijat Abasov respectively in Baku on Wednesday. R Pragganandhaa, however, bounced back after losing the first game of the two-game classical series against fellow Indian Arjun Erigaisi to force a tie-break, which will be played on Thursday to decide who advances to the last four.

Watch: Rishabh Pant Marks His On-Field Return With Effortless Flick Six

One of India's finest cricketers from the modern generation, Rishabh Pant hit the field for the first time since his car crash last year, taking forward steps in hi road to recovery. Pant, who was involved in a serious road accident on December 30 last year, was seen playing cricket event was organised by Delhi Capitals' co-owner Parth Jindal's company, JSW. As fans cherished his return to action on August 15, a few videos of the left-hander playing some beautiful shots spread like wildfire on the Internet. One of the videos showed Pant hitting a trademark flick six.

"Foolish Of Me To...": Ravichandran Ashwin On Frequent Drops From Away Tests

One of India's biggest match-winners, Ravichandran Ashwin, has been at the center of a cucious playing XI selection case when it comes to away Test matches. Despite being a capable batter, other than being a world-class bowler, Ashwin finds himself second in the pecking order, behind Ravindra Jadeja, whenever it comes to Test matches in SENA countries. It was the same case in the World Test Championship final against Australia. While Ashwin had prepared himself to play the title decider in England, it was Jadeja who was preferred for the sole spinner's spot. When asked about his frequent absenteeism in such games, Ashwin said that he is not keen to find out an answer as the selection isn't something that is in his hands.

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All Eyes On Jasprit Bumrah, India's Gen-Next Stars Ready To Shine vs Ireland

Neeraj Chopra Urges MEA To Fix Javelin Thrower Kishore Jena's Visa Issues To Enable His Participation In World Championships

Kohli is the solution to India's No 4 concerns, says Shastri

India Effect! Tickets For First Two Ireland T20Is Sold Out

How To Book India vs Pakistan Asia Cup Match Tickets? Sri Lanka-Leg Tickets To Go On Sale Today

World Cup Chess: D Gukesh, Vidit Gujrathi Out; R Praggnanandhaa Forces Tie-breaker Against Erigaisi

Watch: Rishabh Pant Marks His On-Field Return With Effortless Flick Six

"Foolish Of Me To...": Ravichandran Ashwin On Frequent Drops From Away Tests