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"Heard Few Conversations...": Rahul Dravid On Inclusion Of Cricket In Olympics

An ardent supporter of cricket's inclusion in the Olympics, the legendary Rahul Dravid on Sunday said players are excited and he has heard "serious dressing room conversations" about competing in the world's biggest sporting event. Dravid is in the French capital to attend a panel discussion on a theme titled 'Cricket at the Olympics: Dawn of a New Era', celebrating the sport's inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Games. "I've already heard a few conversations in the dressing room. People are talking about the 2026 T20 World Cup, there is an ODI World Cup in 2027, and you hear people saying there is the Olympics in 2028," Dravid said during the discussion.

"This Is The Template We Want": Suryakumar Yadav After Win vs Sri Lanka In 2nd T20I

After facile victories on successive days, India's new T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav was clear that positive intent and fearless approach will be the template of his team going forward in the shortest format. India clinched the T20I series against Sri Lanka with wins by 43 runs on Saturday and seven wickets on Sunday here and the skipper was bullish about his team's philosophy. "We spoke about this before the start of the tournament - what brand of cricket we want to play. This is the template we want to go ahead with," said Suryakumar, who has been phenomenal as usual with the willow on both the days.

Rahul Dravid's Reaction To Manu Bhaker Wining Olympics Medal Is Pure Gold

Cricket legend Rahul Dravid, who knows a thing or two about handling pressure and meeting expectations, on Sunday complimented Manu Bhaker for the manner in which she overcame a forgettable outing at her maiden Olympics to win a historic bronze in this edition of the Games. Bhaker became the first Indian woman shooter to claim an Olympic medal by finishing third in the 10m air pistol event, an achievement that opened the country's account in the ongoing Games and ended a 12-year wait for its shooters.

"I Don't Want To Be Captain, I Want To...": Suryakumar Yadav Makes Bold Statement

India captain Suryakumar Yadav, whose captaincy skills were on display during the first T20I against Sri Lanka, stated that he wants to classify himself as a leader and not as a captain. When Sri Lanka's opening duo of Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis inflicted carnage in Pallekele, the 214-run total started turning into a comfortable chase for the hosts. Sri Lanka raced to 84/0 in the ninth over and looked well set to spoil the beginning of Gautam Gambhir and Suryakumar's era.

Ravichandran Ashwin Given Warning At Non-Striker's End By Bowler - Video Goes Viral

Ravichandran Ashwin received a taste of his own medicine as spinner S Mohan Prasath warned him at the non-striker's end during the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2024 match between Dindigul Dragons and Nellai Royal Kings on Sunday. The incident took place on the first over of the Dragons innings as Ashwin was on striker's end and the bowler noticed that he was leaving the crease before the delivery was bowled. Prasath stopped midway into his action and warned Ashwin before taking his position back to resume his bowling. It was interesting as Ashwin had warned and even dismissed batters for leaving the crease on the non-striker's end and the video of this incident has gone viral.

England progress but are no finished article, says coach

BIRMINGHAM, England : A first series win for England's cricketers in 18 months represents progress for coach Brendon McCullum but with the team by no means "the finished article".

Rafael Nadal Says Novak Djokovic 'Clear Favourite' In Olympics Blockbuster

Rafael Nadal insists Novak Djokovic will be the favourite when they clash at the Paris Olympics, after the Spaniard battled to victory over Marton Fucsovics in the first round on Sunday. Nadal had left his participation in the singles in doubt until the last minute because of a thigh injury, and was made to work hard for his 6-1, 4-6, 6-4 victory. The 38-year-old -- who has won 14 of his 22 Grand Slam titles on the clay of Roland Garros -- believes old rival Djokovic will be favourite when they meet for the 60th time.

India reach rain-reduced target to seal T20 series v hosts Sri Lanka

:India beat Sri Lanka in a rain-affected Twenty20 clash by seven wickets via the Duckworth–Lewis–Stern method in Pallekele on Sunday, securing their first series win under new head coach Gautam Gambhir and T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav.

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"Heard Few Conversations...": Rahul Dravid On Inclusion Of Cricket In Olympics

"This Is The Template We Want": Suryakumar Yadav After Win vs Sri Lanka In 2nd T20I

Rahul Dravid's Reaction To Manu Bhaker Wining Olympics Medal Is Pure Gold

"I Don't Want To Be Captain, I Want To...": Suryakumar Yadav Makes Bold Statement

Ravichandran Ashwin Given Warning At Non-Striker's End By Bowler - Video Goes Viral

England progress but are no finished article, says coach

Rafael Nadal Says Novak Djokovic 'Clear Favourite' In Olympics Blockbuster

India reach rain-reduced target to seal T20 series v hosts Sri Lanka