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Video: As Vinod Kambli Sings A Song, Sachin Tendulkar's Reaction Can't Be Missed

Considered two of the finest cricketing talents in the country, Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli began their cricketing journeys on a promising note. The duo stitched a famous partnership of 664 runs for their school, Shardashram Vidyamandir, in a Harris Shield match while also registering unbeaten triple tons. Both went on to represent India at the highest level, though Kambli's career went downhill quickly, primarily due to disciplinary issues. As the two met each other again, during the unveiling of their coach Ramakant Achrekar's memorial in Mumbai on his birth anniversary, fans were left shocked.

Klaasen steps in to captain Proteas in T20 series against Pakistan

Proteas white-ball head coach Rob Walter on Wednesday named a 15-man squad for this month's three-match home T20I series against Pakistan.

Who Is The Next BCCI Secretary? State Units Wonder After Jay Shah's Elevation To ICC

With Jay Shah taking over as International Cricket Council's youngest chairman on December 1, the role of secretary in the mighty BCCI lies vacant and as officials wonder who the replacement might be, they have time to figure out the next course of action. Following the constitutional amendment in 2022, the secretary is the most influential office-bearer in the BCCI, having "all powers in relation to cricketing and non-cricketing matters" with the CEO working under his supervision. Shah was elected unopposed for the ICC top position in August and the stakeholders have been wondering ever since how the transition process will take place.

Sara Tendulkar Joins Sachin Tendulkar Foundation As Director

Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar announced on Wednesday that his daughter Sara Tendulkar has joined the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF) as director. In a post on X, Sachin Tendulkar said he was "overjoyed" to share the news. Sachin said that Sara embarked on this journey to empower the nation through sports, healthcare, and education. "I'm overjoyed to share that my daughter Sara Tendulkar has joined the @STF_India as Director. She holds a Master's degree in Clinical and Public Health Nutrition from University College London. As she embarks on this journey to empower India through sports, healthcare, and education, it serves as a reminder of how global learning can come full circle," Tendulkar said.

Rishabh Pant Taken To Test Cricket Like A Duck To Water: Rahul Dravid

Former India head coach Rahul Dravid, while sharing his thoughts on Rishabh Pant's match-winning 89 not out against Australia at the Gabba during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, has said that the wicketkeeper batter has "taken to Test cricket like a duck to water" and called his performance in the red-ball format "sensational." Pant's heroic innings came on the final day of the fourth and final Test, with India chasing a daunting target of 328. His counterattacking style not only secured a historic 3-wicket victory but also ended Australia's 32-year unbeaten streak at the Gabba, sealing the series 2-1 for India.

Harmanpreet Kaur Backs 'Dropped' Shafali Verma To Return To "Zone" Ahead Of ODI World Cup At Home

Shafali Verma, dropped from the India ODI squad, has the full backing of skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, who is eager to see the aggressive opener back in her "zone" ahead of Women's World Cup at home next year. Apart from Shafali, India will not have the services of wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia who suffered a wrist injury during the Women's Big Bash League. "She (Shafali) is a very important player for us and has done exceptionally well for the country. We are looking forward to seeing her get back into her zone and perform well for the team," Harmanpreet said on the eve of their series-opener against Australia.

BCCI Responds To PCB's Demand Of Hybrid Model For All ICC Events In India: Report

The talks between the International Cricket Council, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over the Champions Trophy deadlock don't seem to be heading towards a resolution. A ray of hope was seen after the Pakistan board reportedly agreed to adopt the hybrid model, which would see India's matches being held in Dubai, though with some conditions. However, the Indian board has reportedly rejected Pakistan's 'conditions' in which the PCB had asked for ICC events being held in India to also adopt the same 'hybrid model'.

Heinrich Klaasen To Lead South Africa During T20I Series Against Pakistan

Batter Heinrich Klaasen will lead South Africa in the three-match T20I series against Pakistan from December 10 onwards, with regular captain Aiden Markram busy in the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka. Markram, who will feature in the second Test from December 5 onwards and has been rested due to the tight schedule between the third Test and the T20Is. Besides Markram, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, and Tristan Stubbs will also miss the T20I series as they are also involved in the ongoing Test series.

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Video: As Vinod Kambli Sings A Song, Sachin Tendulkar's Reaction Can't Be Missed

Klaasen steps in to captain Proteas in T20 series against Pakistan

Who Is The Next BCCI Secretary? State Units Wonder After Jay Shah's Elevation To ICC

Sara Tendulkar Joins Sachin Tendulkar Foundation As Director

Rishabh Pant Taken To Test Cricket Like A Duck To Water: Rahul Dravid

Harmanpreet Kaur Backs 'Dropped' Shafali Verma To Return To "Zone" Ahead Of ODI World Cup At Home

BCCI Responds To PCB's Demand Of Hybrid Model For All ICC Events In India: Report

Heinrich Klaasen To Lead South Africa During T20I Series Against Pakistan