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Last Played For India 8 Years Ago, Batter With Average Of 664, Back In Selection Fray: Report

"Dear cricket, give me one more chance," said Karun Nair in a post on X (formerly Twitter) in December 2022 after seeing his cricketing career nearing a heartbreaking end. However, the middle-order batter turned things around dramatically over the next 12-13 months and is reportedly back in the fray for national selection. Nair's case remains one of the most interesting in Indian cricket. He scored the famous 303 against England in Chennai, yet couldn't become a central figure in India's plans for the longest format. However, with an exemplary performance in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy campaign, Nair's astonishing numbers have forced the Ajit Agarkar-led national selection committee to stand up and take notice.

Jasprit Bumrah Set To Lead India In England, These 2 Stars Captaincy Back-Ups: Report

Jasprit Bumrah is the frontrunner to replace Rohit Sharma as India's Test captain going forward but the peerless pacer doesn't seem to be a long-term option given his nagging fitness concerns, the latest being a back spasm which has rendered him doubtful for next month's Champions Trophy. Indian selectors are hopeful that he still might have some role in the Champions Trophy since it's a swelling, but when one looks at the bigger picture the question arises whether he can be deemed a permanent skipper in Tests, now that Rohit's days in whites look as good as over. If Bumrah is fit and ready to lead the Test side in England, chief selector Ajit Agarkar and his four colleagues need to have a strong name as vice-captain so that in case of an unforeseen scenario, the deputy is good enough to take charge.

Bangladesh leave Shakib, Litton out of Champions Trophy squad

DHAKA : Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan and wicketkeeper-batsman Litton Das have been left out of the squad for the Champions Trophy beginning next month.

RCB Coach Makes Definitive Stance On Virat Kohli Captaincy Talks Ahead Of IPL 2025

The suspense over the next captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) continues after the franchise decided to let go of their skipper Faf du Plessis ahead of the mega auction this year. While the franchise failed to buy readymade captaincy candidates from the auction, the name of the team's poster boy, Virat Kohli, has been doing rounds on the internet for the leadership role. Rumours linking Virat with the captaincy position started to float even before the mega auction was held. After RCB failed to sign another captaincy candidate, the rumours only intensified. But, the franchise's coach Andy Flower has claimed that concrete talks on the subject haven't yet taken place.

"Is Gautam Gambhir Happy With Current Players?": Virat Kohli's Long-Term Teammate Asks

Pressure is piling on Gautam Gambhir and there's no denying that. He was appointed as the head coach of the Indian team after a title-winning Indian Premier League-winning season with Kolkata Knight Riders. But, results have gone awry as Gambhir's tenure has progressed. After the recent 1-3 defeat to Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Gambhir found himself in the line of fire. Even during the BCCI meeting on Saturday, the head coach had to face some tough questions. Even Dinesh Karthik, Virat Kohli's long-term teammate in the Indian team and Royal Challengers Bengaluru feels the time is tough for Gambhir.

Novak Djokovic Left Gobsmacked By Marcus Stoinis' Bizarre Dismissal In BBL. Video Viral

Serbia icon and tennis sensation Novak Djokovic had a priceless reaction during the BBL clash between Stars and Renegades in the Melbourne derby. Glenn Maxwell produced a memorable 90 off 52 balls to steer the Stars to victory. But it was Djokovic's reaction to captain Marcus Stoinis' dismissal that stole the show in the first innings. Djokovic, who is in Melbourne these days hoping to extend his record 10 Australian Open triumphs, was present during the BBL clash on Sunday at the Marvel Stadium. On the third ball of the eighth over, Stoinis launched the ball high in the air while trying to clear the boundary rope. The timing was a bit off as the ball eventually landed in the hands of Kane Williamson at long-on.

Yograj Singh Makes Massive U-Turn On MS Dhoni, Says "Best Thing About..."

Indian cricket team legend Yuvraj Singh's father Yograj made a huge U-turn over his stand on MS Dhoni. In the past, Yograj has brutally criticised Dhoni for cutting his son's career short and even took massive digs at the former India captain. During a recent interview, Yograj lauded Dhoni for his fearless attitude on the pitch and even pointed out how much he has helped youngsters. While he has been always quite critical of Dhoni, he softened his tone and praised his intelligence on the playing field.

Huge Pat Cummins Surprise As Australia Announce ICC Champions Trophy Squad

Pat Cummins returns for Australia's ICC Champions Trophy campaign in Pakistan next month after skipping their Sri Lanka Test tour, with injured paceman Josh Hazlewood also in the squad announced Monday. Australian captain Cummins opted out of the Sri Lanka series starting later this month for the birth of his second child. He is also reportedly carrying a knee injury. Hazlewood was included in the two-time tournament winners' preliminary 15-man line-up after calf and side strains restricted him to just two Tests against India over the summer.

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Last Played For India 8 Years Ago, Batter With Average Of 664, Back In Selection Fray: Report

Jasprit Bumrah Set To Lead India In England, These 2 Stars Captaincy Back-Ups: Report

Bangladesh leave Shakib, Litton out of Champions Trophy squad

RCB Coach Makes Definitive Stance On Virat Kohli Captaincy Talks Ahead Of IPL 2025

"Is Gautam Gambhir Happy With Current Players?": Virat Kohli's Long-Term Teammate Asks

Novak Djokovic Left Gobsmacked By Marcus Stoinis' Bizarre Dismissal In BBL. Video Viral

Yograj Singh Makes Massive U-Turn On MS Dhoni, Says "Best Thing About..."

Huge Pat Cummins Surprise As Australia Announce ICC Champions Trophy Squad