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Ravichandran Ashwin Says "Don't Want To Be Chairman Of Selectors". Gives This Reason

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has sympathised with Ajit Agarkar, the chairman of BCCI's selection committee while sharing his views on the fight for places in the team. Ever since India's Champions Trophy squad was announced by captain Rohit Sharma and Agarkar, the exclusion of stars like Sanju Samson, Karun Nair and Ruturaj Gaikwad has become a topic of discussion. Agarkar, in general, has come under the scanner for ignoring players who are scoring consistently in the domestic circuit.

"Isn't Viable...": Big Doubts Over BCCI's Team India Squad For Champions Trophy Raised

Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan has backed India's move to delay Mohammed Shami's much-anticipated international return following a prolonged injury lay-off, saying the team think tank and the veteran pacer will make the "right call at the right time". Shami, who has proved his fitness in practice sessions and domestic cricket for Bengal, was not included in India's playing XI for the first T20I against England here on Wednesday. All eyes were on Shami's return after a 14-month injury lay-off, but India opted for three spinners instead, a decision that paid off as they bowled out England for a meagre 132 before cruising to the target in 12.5 overs with seven wickets in hand.

Bizarre Scenes As Umpires Call Ajinkya Rahane Back From Dressing Room. Shardul Thakur Told To...

In what was a rare sight, Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane was called back by the on-field umpires almost five minutes after he entered the dressing room, following his dismissal. Rahane was recalled from the dressing room as the third umpire revealed that the bowler had overstepped. The incident happened on Friday, the 25th over of Mumbai's second innings on day 2 at the Bandra Kurla Complex Cricket Ground. J&K pacer Umar Nazir bowled a short-pitched delivery to Rahane, who managed to glove it to the keeper Kanhaiya Wadhawan.

Video: Tamil Nadu Kabaddi Players Brutally Attacked During Inter-University Event In Punjab. Udhayanidhi Stalin Reacts

Kabaddi players from Tamil Nadu, participating in an Inter-University competition in Bathinda, Punjab, were assaulted on Friday, according to reports. The fight broke out after the players were unhappy with a decision of the match referee, the reports claimed. The student-athletes from various universities such as Mother Teresa University, Periyar University, Alagappa University and Bharathiar University were competing in the North Zone Inter University & All India Inter University Kabaddi (Women) Championship 2024-25

East Bengal Break 4-Game Winless Streak With 2-1 Win Against Kerala Blasters

East Bengal FC returned to winning ways with a 2-1 victory over Kerala Blasters FC in an Indian Super League match on Friday. This was the Red and Gold brigade's first victory in five games, having last won 1-0 against Jamshedpur FC on December 21. A brilliant first half strike from PV Vishnu saw the hosts take the lead at half-time, before Hijazi Maher extended the advantage in the second half. Danish Farooq brought the Kerala Blasters FC back into the game with a late goal but in the end, it was only a consolation. With this win, the Red and Golds have also snapped their three-game losing streak in the current campaign.

PV Sindhu Set To Sign Rs 4 Crore Per Year Mega Deal With....

India's double Olympic medalist shuttler PV Sindhu will sign a four-year deal with a leading sports equipment brand for four years, worth Rs 4 crore per year, according to sources. The sources also mentioned that Sindhu is currently in talks with two leading global brands of technical equipment, which have offered her Rs 4 crore per year for four years. Her existing endorsement deal with Li-Ning, as an ambassador, has come to an end. PV Sindhu has had a mixed run in recent competitions on the Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour circuit.

Bizarre: England's Harry Brook Blames 'Kolkata Smog' For Failing To Play Indian Mystery Spinner's Bowling In 1st T20I

The evening smog in Kolkata made it doubly harder to pick mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy from his hand, feels England vice-captain Harry Brook, who is hoping that Chennai air will be comparatively clearer for sighting the white Kookaburra. Chakravarthy picked up the wickets of Jos Buttler, Liam Livingstone and Brook during his game changing spell of 3 for 33 in India's emphatic seven wicket victory over England in the first of the five-match T20I series. "Chakaravarthy is an exceptionally good bowler," Brook told the Daily Telegraph.

India Star Twists Ankle Ahead Of India vs England 2nd T20I, More Headache For Gautam Gambhir And Co.

India opener Abhishek Sharma faced an injury scare ahead of the second T20I against England as he twisted his ankle during the catching drill at nets in Chennai on Friday. Subsequently, Abhishek was checked by team physiotherapist on the field before retreating to the dressing room to give rest to his ankle. He was seen slightly limping while walking back to the pavilion and did not bat at nets either. The 24-year-old spent more than half an hour with the physio in the dressing room.

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Ravichandran Ashwin Says "Don't Want To Be Chairman Of Selectors". Gives This Reason

"Isn't Viable...": Big Doubts Over BCCI's Team India Squad For Champions Trophy Raised

Bizarre Scenes As Umpires Call Ajinkya Rahane Back From Dressing Room. Shardul Thakur Told To...

Video: Tamil Nadu Kabaddi Players Brutally Attacked During Inter-University Event In Punjab. Udhayanidhi Stalin Reacts

East Bengal Break 4-Game Winless Streak With 2-1 Win Against Kerala Blasters

PV Sindhu Set To Sign Rs 4 Crore Per Year Mega Deal With....

Bizarre: England's Harry Brook Blames 'Kolkata Smog' For Failing To Play Indian Mystery Spinner's Bowling In 1st T20I

India Star Twists Ankle Ahead Of India vs England 2nd T20I, More Headache For Gautam Gambhir And Co.