India step into unknown during West Indies Test series
World Test Championship finalists India are at a crossroads in their red-ball journey and the upcoming series against the West Indies should provide answers to a number of key questions.
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"He's Like A Drug. In My Lifetime, Won't See Him Mature": MS Dhoni On India, CSK Star
Former India skipper MS Dhoni is undoubtedly one of the most beloved cricketers in the world. Known for his humility and simplicity, the 42-year-old player has gained a massive fan following. Dhoni is also widely popular for being the "captain cool" as he shares a great bond with his teammates. A brilliant example of close bonding can be seen between Dhoni and Chennai Super Kings pacer Deepak Chahar. The young bowling sensation rose to fame under the guidance of Dhoni at CSK and this also paved his way into the national team.
"Has Anyone Talked To Him?": Harbhajan Singh On Sarfaraz Khan's West Indies Test Snub
Former Indian cricket team spinner Harbhajan Singh believes that the Board for Cricket Control in India (BCCI) need to talk to Sarfaraz Khan and try to mould him into the kind of player that they want him to be. Sarfaraz has been a brilliant performer on the domestic circuit over the past couple of years but he was once again overlooked for selection ahead of the tour of West Indies. In an interaction with PTI, Harbhajan said that Sarfaraz's time will come considering how well he has performed in Ranji Trophy but added that he needs to be motivated by the authorities.
Harmanpreet Kaur Back In Top-10 Of ICC Women's T20I Batting Rankings
India captain Harmanpreet Kaur has regained her place in the top 10 of the latest ICC women's T20I batting rankings following her stellar show in the opening T20I of the three-match series against Bangladesh. Kaur's match-winning 54 not out off 35 balls while chasing 115 has lifted her four places to 10th position. Tahlia McGrath still leads the way with 784 rating points, closely followed by teammate Beth Mooney (777). Smriti Mandhana (728), Sophie Devine (683) and Bates (677) complete the top five.
Lord Hanuman Is Official Mascot Of Asian Athletics Championships In Thailand
'Lord Hanuman', one of the most revered Gods in India, will be the official mascot during this edition of the Asian Athletics Championships starting in Bangkok on Wednesday. The event is being held on the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the continental governing body. "As Hanuman exhibits extraordinary abilities in (Lord) Rama's service, including speed, strength, courage, and wisdom ... Hanuman's greatest ability is, in fact, his incredibly staunch loyalty and devotion," the Asian Athletics Association said in its website.
Ali Naseer leads UAE A in ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup in Sri Lanka
Ali Naseer will lead the UAE A team in the 50-over Asian Cricket Council Emerging Teams Asia Cup starting in Sri Lanka on Thursday.
Bangladesh Women vs India Women, 2nd T20I, Live Score: Harmanpreet Kaur Opts To Bat First
BANW vs INDW, 2nd T20I, Live Updates:The India women's cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss and opted to bat first against Bangladesh in the 2nd T20I. The Harmanpreet-led side have taken 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Earlier on Sunday, Harmanpreet slammed an unbeaten 54 as India defeated Bangladesh by 7 wickets in the first T20I. Chasing a total of 115, India had two early wickets, before Harmanpreet and Smriti Mandhana steadied the ship and put the visitors in control. Mandhana was dismissed on 38, shortly before Harmanpreet finished the game with back-to-back boundaries. (Live Scorecard)
"Is Age Mein Matlab?": Ajinkya Rahane Stumps Reporter With His Response
Back into the Indian Test team, Ajinkya Rahane's selection for the West Indies tour proved that the selectors' decision to back him for the World Test Championship final wasn't just a 'splash in the pan' decision. Rahane duly made his chance count in the WTC final and would look to continue his good form on the tour of the Caribbean islands. Speaking to media ahead of the first Test against West Indies in Dominica, Rahane, however, wasn't entirely pleased with a reporter asking him about his comeback "at this age".