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Watch: CSK Icon MS Dhoni Returns From Holiday Amid Uncertainty Over IPL Future

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to announce the player retention rules ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction. In what would be a huge breather for the franchises, recent reports have revealed that the BCCI could allow up to five retentions heading into the IPL 2025 mega auction. As fans eagerly wait for the announcement of the player retention rules, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) icon MS Dhoni returned to India on Wednesday. Dhoni was spotted attending a National Football League (NFL) match in Michigan earlier this month.

England's Hull to miss Pakistan test series

England fast bowler Josh Hull will miss the test tour of Pakistan due to a thigh injury, the England and Wales Cricket board (ECB) said on Thursday.

Punjab Kings Part Ways With Sanjay Bangar, Trevor Bayliss: Report

Punjab Kings (PBKS) have parted ways with head coach Trevor Bayliss and head of cricket development Sanjay Bangar ahead of the next Indian Premier League (IPL) season, according to ESPNcricinfo. As per the report, the decision was made recently by the franchise board, which includes the four co-owners. This move is part of the franchise's efforts to revamp its coaching staff. Earlier this month, Punjab Kings appointed Ricky Ponting as their new head coach. Bayliss took over as head coach after IPL 2022, while Bangar joined the franchise in December 2023. The Kings, who have yet to win an IPL title, finished eighth in 2023 and ninth the previous season.

R Ashwin Gets 'Bullied' By Teammates Ahead Of India vs Bangladesh 2nd Test. This Is The Reason

Gautam Gambhir's stint as the Indian team head coach in the Test format began on a triumphant note as the Rohit Sharma-led side trounced Bangladesh by 280 runs in the 1st Test in Chennai. On Tuesday, the Indian team arrived in Kanpur ahead of the series-deciding 2nd Test at the Green Park Stadium. The team had a fun trip from Chennai to Kanpur, with the players having banter with each other. While Mohammed Siraj and Axar Patel were seen bonding over 'filter coffee' and 'chocolate', R Ashwin revealed he was being 'bullied' by his teammates, Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja.

Youth ODI: India Colts Beat Australia By 7 Runs To Complete Clean Sweep

India U-19 boys held their nerve in the final overs to eke out a seven-run victory over Australia in a high-scoring third youth ODI, completing a 3-0 series sweep on Thursday. The Indian junior team had won the first and second Youth ODIs by seven and nine wickets respectively. Batting first, India scored 324 for 8 riding on half-centuries from opener Rudra Patel (77 off 81 balls) and skipper Mohamed Amaan (71 off 72 balls). There were useful contributions from lower-order hitters like Hardik Raj (30 off 18 balls) and Chetan Sharma (18 not out off 9 balls) which took the team to a commanding position.

KL Rahul Will Bounce Back, Our Role Is To Support His Growth: Abhishek Nayar

As the Indian team prepares for the second Test against Bangladesh at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur, all eyes are on KL Rahul, who has struggled to find his footing in red-ball cricket after a prolonged injury spell. With an average hovering around 35 and a series of unremarkable performances, Rahul's recent form has raised questions about his place in the side. However, Indian batting coach Abhishek Nayar remains optimistic about the experienced batter's return to form. Nayar, speaking ahead of the crucial second Test, acknowledged Rahul's recent challenges but emphasised the importance of supporting players through tough periods.

"Darling Kind Of A Guy": India Star On Hardik Pandya's Personality

Hardik Pandya is among the personalities who never stay off focus. Even when he is not playing cricket, Hardik remains the topic of talk, either because of his off-field acts or any other thing related to life. Of late, Hardik has remained in the headlines for his divorce with Natasa Stankovic. While speaking about the player, his former Gujarat Titants teammate Mohit Sharma, who has also played 34 matches for India, has said that Hardik's personality is misunderstood.

Big Change In Playing XI For 2nd Test vs Bangladesh? India Coach's 'Interesting' Take

India remain undecided on playing three spinners in second Test against Bangladesh with assistant coach Abhishek Nayar saying that the nature of the pitch and overhead conditions on the morning of the match will influence the decision-making. Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association has prepared two pitches for the game beginning here on Thursday. Skipper Rohit Sharma and coach Gautam Gambhir had a look at the two pitches during the optional training session on the eve of the match at Green Park Stadium. Rain is predicted on the opening day as well as day three. India had played two spinners and three pacers in Chennai.

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Watch: CSK Icon MS Dhoni Returns From Holiday Amid Uncertainty Over IPL Future

England's Hull to miss Pakistan test series

Punjab Kings Part Ways With Sanjay Bangar, Trevor Bayliss: Report

R Ashwin Gets 'Bullied' By Teammates Ahead Of India vs Bangladesh 2nd Test. This Is The Reason

Youth ODI: India Colts Beat Australia By 7 Runs To Complete Clean Sweep

KL Rahul Will Bounce Back, Our Role Is To Support His Growth: Abhishek Nayar

"Darling Kind Of A Guy": India Star On Hardik Pandya's Personality

Big Change In Playing XI For 2nd Test vs Bangladesh? India Coach's 'Interesting' Take