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BCCI Awards: Jasprit Bumrah Is Best Men's Cricketer, Smriti Mandhana Bags Women's Honour, Lifetime Award for Sachin Tendulkar

The legendary Sachin Tendulkar, whose batting records and impact on international cricket have stood the test of time, was on Saturday conferred with the Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award, while current India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was honoured with the Polly Umrigar Award for Best Men's International Cricketer of 2023-24. The 51-year-old Tendulkar, who played 664 international games for India, holds the record for the highest number of Test and ODI runs in the history of the game. "Always value your game and take care of your game. I realised on that final day (2013) that I will never walk onto the field as a current India cricketer. Similarly, once you retire then you will realise where you were a few years ago," Tendulkar said during the BCCI's annual awards function.

"Those Guys Are So...": Gautam Gambhir's Big Statement On Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Ahead Of Champions Trophy 2025

India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Saturday asserted that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will have “massive roles” to play for the team in the upcoming Champions Trophy and said the batting stars add “so much value” to the nation's cricket. The modest form of Kohli and Rohit in recent times has fueled speculation about their future. “I think both Rohit and Virat, they add so much value to the dressing room. They add so much value to Indian cricket as well. They've got to play a massive role (in the Champions Trophy),” Gambhir said during the BCCI annual awards.

On Virat Kohli's Early Dismissal In Ranji Trophy, Ex-India Star Points Out "Only Solace"

It was a forgettable Ranji Trophy return for Virat Kohli at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium. While the Delhi team registered a dominating win over Railways on his comeback to domestic cricket after 12 years, Kohli, the batter, couldn't shine in the game. Fans in huge numbers went to the stadium to watch Kohli, but they failed to witness him bat on the opening day as Delhi won the toss and opted to bowl first. One-down Delhi resumed their batting on the second day and fans kept eagerly waiting for Kohli, who was about to come in to bat next.

"Did Not Think Of...": Harshit Rana Breaks Silence On Being Named Concussion Substitute For Shivam Dube

India pacer Harshit Rana's T20I debut came in unusual circumstances, as he stepped in as a concussion substitute for Shivam Dube during the 4th T20I against England in Pune. However, despite the late entrance, Rana made his opportunity count, picking up three crucial wickets to deliver victory for Team India. While the legality of the substitution sparked debate and discussion among experts and fans, Rana provided an insight into when and how he was informed that he would be playing his first T20I.

"What Is He In The Team For?": Kevin Pietersen Slams Gautam Gambhir For India's Batting Strategy vs England

It is an open secret that the Indian cricket team management, under the coaching of Gautam Gambhir, is fond of the left and right-hand combination in batting. Only if anyone had any doubt about it, the third T20I against England in Rajkot became a telling example. The Indian cricket team tried to maintain the combination throughout the game during the chase against England and this saw a batter of Dhruv Jurel's calibre coming out to the crease at the eighth spot, with the likes of Washington Sundar and Axar Patel going ahead of him in the batting order.

Big Achievement For Hardik Pandya, Enters Top 5 Of Elite India List Led By Rohit Sharma

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya overtook former batter Shikhar Dhawan to become country's fifth-highest run-getter in T20Is. Pandya accomplished this movement up in charts during the fourth T20I against England at Pune on Friday. During the match, Pandya came in clutch, scoring a brilliant 53 in 34 balls, with seven fours and two sixes, lifting his team from a poor position of 79/5 to 181/9 in their 20 overs. His runs came at a strike rate of over 155. Now in 113 T20Is and 89 innings, Pandya has scored 1,803 runs at an average of 28.17 and a strike rate of 141.63. He has scored five half-centuries, with best score of 71*.

"His Brilliant Glove Work...": Wriddhiman Saha Gets Fitting Tribute From India Star

India fast bowler Mohammed Shami has congratulated Wriddhiman Saha for leaving an ‘indelible mark' on the game of cricket after the wicket-keeper batter retired from all forms of cricket. Saha received a guard of honour from his teammates on the second day of their Ranji Trophy match against Punjab at Eden Gardens on Friday. “Today we bid farewell to a true legend of Indian cricket, Wriddhiman Saha. His brilliant glove work and countless memorable moments, both on and off the field, have left an indelible mark. From the Ranji Trophy to the national team, his dedication and passion have inspired us all. Wishing you the best in your next chapter, Wriddhiman. Your legacy will continue to inspire generations!

Watch: Massive Security Breach As 3 Fans Enter Stadium At Once To Meet Virat Kohli

Amid the ongoing Ranji Trophy encounter between Delhi and Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, three fans breached security to meet star batter Virat Kohli on Day 3. This comes after a fan managed to get past the security to catch a glimpse of Kohli from close range on Day 1. Kohli, who is playing his first Ranji Trophy match in over 12 years, scored just six runs in Delhi's first innings, has been the main attraction of the game deemed as a dead rubber.

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BCCI Awards: Jasprit Bumrah Is Best Men's Cricketer, Smriti Mandhana Bags Women's Honour, Lifetime Award for Sachin Tendulkar

"Those Guys Are So...": Gautam Gambhir's Big Statement On Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Ahead Of Champions Trophy 2025

On Virat Kohli's Early Dismissal In Ranji Trophy, Ex-India Star Points Out "Only Solace"

"Did Not Think Of...": Harshit Rana Breaks Silence On Being Named Concussion Substitute For Shivam Dube

"What Is He In The Team For?": Kevin Pietersen Slams Gautam Gambhir For India's Batting Strategy vs England

Big Achievement For Hardik Pandya, Enters Top 5 Of Elite India List Led By Rohit Sharma

"His Brilliant Glove Work...": Wriddhiman Saha Gets Fitting Tribute From India Star

Watch: Massive Security Breach As 3 Fans Enter Stadium At Once To Meet Virat Kohli