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India's Predicted XI vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I: Sanju Samson To Be Benched Again?

There will be no let-up in intensity but some fresh faces are expected to find a spot in the playing XI as India take on Sri Lanka in the third and final T20I of the series. Under the leadership of new coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav, the tourists wouldn't be aiming for anything less than a 3-0 sweep, though the result of the match remains inconsequential as far as the fate of the series is concerned. Will Gambhir and Surya give a nod to some of the benched stars in the final match of the series? It does seem so.

How India And Pakistan Can Face Off In A Test Match After 18 Years

The last time India faced Pakistan in a Test match, Sourav Ganguly and Anil Kumble were still active India cricketers, MS Dhoni had never captained India in a Test, 'Om Shanti Om' and 'Jab We Met' were in theatres, and Lays' yellow potato chips was the flavour of the month. December 2007 is the period we're talking about. With the two nations refusing to tour each other for bilaterals series since, we haven't been witness to one for nearly 17 years. But the next possibility could be nearby, in 2025.

Gautam Gambhir, Suryakumar Yadav Have Intense On-Field Chat Despite Series Win

Two matches, two wins, as Gautam Gambhir and Suryakumar Yadav help India kick-off the new era in T20I cricket with a series win against Sri Lanka. Though the weather gods made the match quite tricky for the Indian team, with the second innings being reduced to 8 overs due to rain, the Indian batters did really well to take the team home and secure an unassailable 2-0 series win in the series. Right after the conclusion of the 2nd T20I, however, India head coach Gambhir was spotted in an intense chat with skipper Suryakumar. The visual made many fans wonder what the two might be discussing.

IPL Reunion In England Cricket Team? Report Makes Big Claim On Head Coach Choice

The England cricket team could be preparing an IPL reunion as they aim to shake things up in the coaching department. With reports stating that present white-ball head coach Matthew Mott will depart next week, England are looking to add another star name to their coaching unit. Despite a disappointing 2023 ODI World Cup, and failing to reach the final of the 2024 T20 World Cup, England are reportedly set to stick with Jos Buttler as captain. However, Buttler's boss at Rajasthan Royals, Kumar Sangakkara, is reportedly a candidate for the head coach role.

After Tasting Own Medicine At Non-Striker's End In TNPL, Ravichandran Ashwin's Sharp Retort

A vocal supporter of running the batter out at non-striker's end, veteran India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin was recently on the receiving end of a warning for backing up too far. The incident happened during a Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) match between his team, Dindigul Dragons, and Nellai Royal Kings. In the 15th over, left-arm spinner Mohan Prasath stopped midway through his run-up after noticing that Ashwin was out of his crease. The replays showed that while Ashwin was walking down the crease prematurely, his bat slid out of the popping crease when Prasath stopped mid-way into his run-up.

CSK Set 'Only Condition' That Could See MS Dhoni Continue Playing, Onus On BCCI: Report

Months have passed since the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season concluded but there's still no confirmation on MS Dhoni's future with the Chennai Super Kings. Dhoni stepped down as the captain of the franchise ahead of the start of the season this year, paving the way for Ruturaj Gaikwad to lead the team. Though CSK didn't qualify for the playoffs, there were plenty of positives to take from Ruturaj's leadership. But, does that mean it's all over for Dhoni as a player? As per reports, the Thala's continuity in the league solely depends on the retention decision the IPL management and the BCCI take.

Suryakumar Yadav Delivered Bitter 'Champions Trophy Verdict' After Sri Lanka ODI Snub

Team India's newly promoted T20I skipper isn't in the scheme of things as far as ODI cricket is concerned, and BCCI selection committee chief Ajit Agarkar had no hesitation in confirming that during a press conference on Monday. Agarkar, who held a joint press conference with the new head coach Gautam Gambhir, said that Surya's name wasn't even discussed as the likes of KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and Rishabh Pant returned to the ODI fold. Though Suryakumar was a part of India's team for the 2023 ODI World Cup, fair to say that he is way down in the pecking order at the moment.

"Not Who The Coach Is": Sanjay Manjrekar's Post Blasted By Internet As Anti-Gautam Gambhir

The Gautam Gambhir-era in Indian cricket started on Saturday with the side taking on Sri Lanka in the first of a three-T20I series. From the time, Gambhir took over as the Indian cricket team coach, anticipation has been building over his tenure. As the mentor of Kolkata Knight Riders, Gambhir guided the team to the IPL 2023 title. Earlier, he guided Lucknow Super Giants to two straight IPL playoffs.

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India's Predicted XI vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I: Sanju Samson To Be Benched Again?

How India And Pakistan Can Face Off In A Test Match After 18 Years

Gautam Gambhir, Suryakumar Yadav Have Intense On-Field Chat Despite Series Win

IPL Reunion In England Cricket Team? Report Makes Big Claim On Head Coach Choice

After Tasting Own Medicine At Non-Striker's End In TNPL, Ravichandran Ashwin's Sharp Retort

CSK Set 'Only Condition' That Could See MS Dhoni Continue Playing, Onus On BCCI: Report

Suryakumar Yadav Delivered Bitter 'Champions Trophy Verdict' After Sri Lanka ODI Snub

"Not Who The Coach Is": Sanjay Manjrekar's Post Blasted By Internet As Anti-Gautam Gambhir