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"He Has Been Finished": BCCI, Team Management Accused Of Ending This Star's India Career

As debate and discussion continues surrounding India's squad for the Champions Trophy 2025, former India cricketer-turned-pundit Aakash Chopra has raised the curious case of leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal. Chopra stated that Chahal's career has been "finished" by BCCI and the team management for no apparent reason, arguing that the leg-spinner's statistics were impressive even when he was dropped from ODIs over two years ago. Chahal has recently been in the news over a reported split from his wife Dhanashree Verma, and did not take part in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024/25.

On Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Taking Part In Ranji Trophy, India Great Gives Big 'Morale' Verdict

Former cricketer Madan Lal on Tuesday said that he is feeling "very happy" to see Indian men's cricketers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli taking part in the second part of the Ranji Trophy. India captain Rohit Sharma will take part in the upcoming second phase of the Ranji Trophy for Mumbai. Kohli has also confirmed his availability for Delhi's Ranji Trophy match against Railways, according to sources in Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA). Virat's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy dates back to November 2012 against Uttar Pradesh, in which he was dismissed for 14 and 42 runs in both innings by pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Speaking to ANI, Madan Lal said that senior players like Rohit and Virat's presence in the first-class cricket will help other cricketers to grow.

BCCI Told To Avoid 'Western Way' As Murmurs Against Gautam Gambhir Increase

After India's disastrous Border Gavaskar Trophy, the murmurs surrounding the Indian dressing room has refused to die down. From allegations on discipline to 'leaks' to calls for a total transition, Indian cricket had a roller-coaster ride since the first week of this year. There were even reports that Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir's performance will be reviewed after the Champions Trophy 2025, starting next month. In the midst of this, came a suggestion that Indian cricket team can opt for two different coaches.

Heavy rain sees Durban's Super Giants and MI Cape Town clash abandoned

Rain has the final say as Durban's Super Giants and MI Cape Town encounter at Kingsmead was abandoned on Tuesday.

"I've Been Hung Out To Dry By England": Ex-Player Drops Bombshell On Teammates, Takes This Star's Name

Former England spinner turned broadcaster Alex Hartley has claimed that several senior players gave her cold shoulder and Sophie Ecclestone even refused a TV interview with her during the ongoing Women's Ashes because she criticised fitness standards of a few players after their early exit from T20 World Cup. Having gone down in three ODIs and the opening T20, England have already lost the Ashes. Following England's defeat in the opening T20 on January 20, Hartley said she was ignored by players.

Gautam Gambhir Visits Kalighat Temple Ahead Of India vs England 1st T20I In Kolkata

India will begin the new year with a T20I series against England at Eden Gardens, which will be their first series after the embarrassing defeat to Australia in the Border Gavaskar Trophy series Down Under. Before the series, India's head coach Gautam Gambhir visited the famous Kali Temple at Kalighat to pray for his team's success. Gambhir has always had a special connection with the city of Kolkata having captained and mentored the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to their two Indian Premier League (IPL) titles in 2014 and 2024 respectively. The India head coach was seen taking blessings and praying at the holy temple on the eve of the first game.

"Can Be Really Aggressive": Jos Buttler On England's Batting Depth Ahead Of India T20Is

A formidable batting lineup is the cornerstone of any successful international cricket team. Combine that with a coach who champions an aggressive approach and a squad where nearly every player boasts a first-class hundred and the ability to hit towering sixes, and England is a team capable of dismantling the strongest bowling attacks on their day. This depth in batting played a crucial role in England's historic triumphs at the 2019 ODI World Cup and the 2022 T20 World Cup. As they prepare for the T20I series against India and next year's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, England appears to be perfecting the same blueprint.

India's Likely XI vs England In 1st T20I: These 2 Stars "May Have To Wait": Report. Reason Is...

With heavy dew likely to impact the proceedings during the opening T20I at the Eden Gardens, India's bowlers practised with wet balls and it will not be a surprise if the hosts field only two spinners, given the conditions. Dew is a perennial concern at this time of the year at Eden Gardens. Since dew makes it difficult to grip the ball, fielding a third spinner could prove to be costly. Mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, a key member of the reigning IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders, appears to be an automatic choice for India and head coach Gautam Gambhir likely to pair him alongside vice-captain Axar Patel.

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"He Has Been Finished": BCCI, Team Management Accused Of Ending This Star's India Career

On Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Taking Part In Ranji Trophy, India Great Gives Big 'Morale' Verdict

BCCI Told To Avoid 'Western Way' As Murmurs Against Gautam Gambhir Increase

Heavy rain sees Durban's Super Giants and MI Cape Town clash abandoned

"I've Been Hung Out To Dry By England": Ex-Player Drops Bombshell On Teammates, Takes This Star's Name

Gautam Gambhir Visits Kalighat Temple Ahead Of India vs England 1st T20I In Kolkata

"Can Be Really Aggressive": Jos Buttler On England's Batting Depth Ahead Of India T20Is

India's Likely XI vs England In 1st T20I: These 2 Stars "May Have To Wait": Report. Reason Is...