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Nathan Lyon Donates To Support Cricketers With Disability. Here's How Virat Kohli Helped

Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon has donated three exclusive bats signed by India stars Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah and Ravichandran Ashwin to Cricket Australia's social impact partner Taverners for auction with the proceeds being used to support cricketers with disability. Australia captain Pat Cummins, star batter Steve Smith and Lyon himself also signed on the three bats. The signatures were taken during the intensely-fought five-match Test series for the Border-Gavasakar Trophy, which India lost 1-3 earlier this month.

"Eventually, You Go Home": Ex-Pakistan Star On BCCI's 'Family Travel' Rules

The BCCI has implemented a 10-point diktat on the Indian team, putting restrictions on the amount of time players can spend with their family members while on a tour, with a maximum of 14 days set to be allowed in a 45-day tour. It is a move that has stirred debate among cricketers, experts and fans alike, but some have come out in defence of such a manoeuvre. Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria is among those who believes that such a decision would be beneficial in enhancing team bonding.

Virat Kohli To Play Ranji Trophy For First Time Since 2012. But There Is A Catch

Star batter Virat Kohli has been named in Delhi's 22-member provisional squad for their next Ranji Trophy game against Saurashtra in Rajkot but doubts remain about his participation after it came to light that he is nursing a niggle. It is learnt that Kohli has intimated the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) top brass that he has a neck niggle that he sustained in Sydney during the final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia. He was treated by the physio there and as of now, there is no clarity on availability for the Ranji match starting January 23.

Amid Scrutiny, Coach Gautam Gambhir Gets 'Slightly Temperamental' Tag From Kapil Dev

Gautam Gambhir replaced Rahul Dravid as head coach of the Indian team in July last year, with the latter bowing out in style as the Rohit Sharma-led side won the T20 World Cup in Barbados. Fans had a lot of expectation from Gambhir, especially after he earned the credit of successfully masterminding Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)'s return to the summit. However, fast forward to January 2025, Gambhir's stint as head coach has turned out to be rather controversial.

BCCI's 10-Point Diktat: What The New Rules Mean For Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli And Jasprit Bumrah

The BCCI came up with 10-point guidelines for the Indian cricket team following the Test series loss against Australia. Media reports claimed that the decision was taken after consultation with head coach Gautam Gambhir and were allegedly aimed at ending the 'star culture' in the side. At present, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah are the biggest stars in the side and some of the guidelines directly impacts them. The guidelines did not name a single cricketer but here's a look at how the new rules can end up affecting the three senior members of the Indian cricket team.

"Not Talking About Virat Kohli": BCCI Questioned Over 'Separate Hotels' Guideline In 10-Point Diktat

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) issued a fresh 10-point guideline for Indian cricket team players following the Test series defeat against Australia. With the series ending 3-1 in Australia's favour and Rohit Sharma as well as Virat Kohli struggling to score runs, it was a disastrous outing for the Indian cricket team. One of the guidelines stated that all players picked for a particular series will need to stay in the same hotel. Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan took to social media to weigh in on the topic and asked how were players allowed to stay in different hotels in the first place. He went on to say that even 0the greatest players never stayed in separate hotels while travelling in the past.

"Virat Kohli Suffered Injury, Had To Take Injection": Report Reveals Massive Concern For Team India

While eyes are pinned on India stalwart Virat Kohli and his possible return to domestic cricket, the 36-year-old has reportedly faced a major obstacle in any such comeback. As per a report by The Times of India, Kohli has picked up an injury. Kohli has reportedly suffered an untimely neck sprain, causing the batter to even go as far as taking an injection for relief. With the Ranji Trophy set to resume on January 23 and the Champions Trophy less than a month after that, this injury has cast a shadow over Kohli's participation.

"My Friend Arjun Tendulkar And I Sat Here...": Prithvi Shaw Reveals Unheard Story

The 2011 Cricket World Cup final is a day held dear by many Indians, as it was the day India lifted the trophy after 28 years. One such person who was present at the iconic Wankhede Stadium to experience the moment was a young Prithvi Shaw, then only 11 years old. Shaw was at the Wankhede alongside none other than Arjun Tendulkar, the son of India legend Sachin Tendulkar, who was on the playing field. Shaw reminisced on the moment when he watched India lift the World Cup alongside his friend Arjun.

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Nathan Lyon Donates To Support Cricketers With Disability. Here's How Virat Kohli Helped

"Eventually, You Go Home": Ex-Pakistan Star On BCCI's 'Family Travel' Rules

Virat Kohli To Play Ranji Trophy For First Time Since 2012. But There Is A Catch

Amid Scrutiny, Coach Gautam Gambhir Gets 'Slightly Temperamental' Tag From Kapil Dev

BCCI's 10-Point Diktat: What The New Rules Mean For Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli And Jasprit Bumrah

"Not Talking About Virat Kohli": BCCI Questioned Over 'Separate Hotels' Guideline In 10-Point Diktat

"Virat Kohli Suffered Injury, Had To Take Injection": Report Reveals Massive Concern For Team India

"My Friend Arjun Tendulkar And I Sat Here...": Prithvi Shaw Reveals Unheard Story