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Duleep Trophy: Cheteshwar Pujara, Suryakumar Yadav Fifties Put West Zone In Control Against Central Zone

Cheteshwar Pujara looked rock-solid while Suryakumar Yadav played his natural attacking game as their contrasting half-centuries put West Zone in complete control after left-arm medium pacer Arzan Nagwaswalla's five-wicket haul floored Central Zone on the second day of the Duleep Trophy semi-final here on Thursday. At stumps, West Zone reached 149 for 3 in their second essay, extending their overall lead to 241. This was after Shivam Mavi (6/44) quickly wrapped up the West Zone first innings for 220, for the addition of just four runs to their overnight score. But the joy turned out to be a short-lived one as Nagwaswalla, who has gone as net bowler with senior India team in 2021 tour of England, took 5/74 in 14.3 overs to decimate Central Zone for 128 in just 31.3 overs.

'Justice For Rinku Singh': Fans Voice Frustration As BCCI Snub KKR Star For WI T20Is

One of the most prolific batters from the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season, Rinku Singh found no place in the Indian squad as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCC) announced the squad for the T20I series against West Indies. Rinku, who finished the IPL campaign for Kolkata Knight Riders with 474 runs to his name at an average of 59.25 and a strike-rate of 149.52, was expected to be rewarded for his heroics but the selectors had other ideas.

Duleep Trophy: West Zone Big Guns Fail To Fire As Central In Control

Central Zone bowlers led by captain Shivam Mavi (4/43) silenced the big guns in the West Zone batting line-up to restrict them to 216 for 8 and take control of the proceedings on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy semifinal in Alur on Wednesday. The lone point of resistance for West came from Atit Sheth who made a composed 74 off 129 balls. West Zone entered the match as overwhelming favourites, courtesy the presence of Cheteshwar Pujara, Suryakumar Yadav, Prithvi Shaw and Sarfaraz Khan in their line-up.

"His Biggest Challenge Will Be...": AB De Villiers' Has A Word Of Advice For Suryakumar Yadav

Suryakumar Yadav is one of the batting sensations in world cricket in the shortest format. It was the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the beginning that witnessed the art of his batting and now the world cricket is also having the same pleasure. Suryakumar too continues to impress on a regular basis. Be it a powerful sweep for a four or an unbelievable scoop over the third man fence for a six, the right-handed batter has proved that he is truly a 360 degree player.

Explained: Why Sarfaraz Khan Is Unlikely To Get India Call Up Anytime Soon

The debate over domestic superstar Sarfaraz Khan's inclusion in the Indian Test team rages on, with many fans and former cricketers criticising the selection committee for snubbing the talented middle-order batter for the senior Test team. As the BCCI announced the squad for the tour of West Indies, the likes of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad earned got into the Indian team but Sarfaraz continued to wait on the sidelines. A few 'non-cricketing' reasons have emerged behind Sarfaraz's snub, with apparent 'fitness and off-field conduct' issues being cited.

'What's The Deal With SKY... Why No Arshdeep': Ex-India Star Questions BCCI Selectors

The BCCI announced squads for Team India's upcoming Test and ODI series against West Indies on Friday. The selection committee faced backlash by many former cricketers and experts of the game. From the snub of Cheteshwar Pujara to some youngsters getting a chance, every big decision has come under scrutiny. Amid all, former India cricketer Akash Chopra has also lashed out at the BCCI selectors. Chopra has questioned the purpose of giving Suryakumar Yadav sole Test match and then dropping the player. He has also questioned about Arshdeep Singh not getting selected for the ODI matches in the Caribbean.

Mumbai Name Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav In 35-Probable List For Off-Season Training Camp

The newly-formed Mumbai selection committee, led by former India cricketer Raju Kulkarni, on Friday named 35 probable players, including big names like Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav for an off-season training camp scheduled to be held in Mumbai next week. Besides, India captain Rohit and Suryakumar, the list also includes Ajinkya Rahane and Shardul Thakur. But their participation in the camp is unlikely as they are currently in England for the World Test Championship final against Australia starting June 7 at The Oval.

How Suryakumar Yadav Became SKY? India Star Reveals Gautam Gambhir Connection

Indian cricket team star Suryakumar Yadav is known to many fans by his nickname ‘SKY' and it has become quite common among the cricketing fraternity. However, there is a fascinating story behind the nickname and it has a direct connection to his former Indian Premier League (IPL) captain Gautam Gambhir. Suryakumar revealed that his nickname was given by Gambhir during his stint with Kolkata Knight Riders and the veteran opener decided to shorten his name in order to make it easier to call.

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Duleep Trophy: Cheteshwar Pujara, Suryakumar Yadav Fifties Put West Zone In Control Against Central Zone

'Justice For Rinku Singh': Fans Voice Frustration As BCCI Snub KKR Star For WI T20Is

Duleep Trophy: West Zone Big Guns Fail To Fire As Central In Control

"His Biggest Challenge Will Be...": AB De Villiers' Has A Word Of Advice For Suryakumar Yadav

Explained: Why Sarfaraz Khan Is Unlikely To Get India Call Up Anytime Soon

'What's The Deal With SKY... Why No Arshdeep': Ex-India Star Questions BCCI Selectors

Mumbai Name Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav In 35-Probable List For Off-Season Training Camp

How Suryakumar Yadav Became SKY? India Star Reveals Gautam Gambhir Connection