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"Suryakumar Yadav Missed A Trick": Ex-India Star Points Out Captaincy Error After 3rd T20I Loss

While India's batting has come under scrutiny for failing to chase down 172 against England in the third T20I, former Indian cricketer-turned-pundit Aakash Chopra has pinpointed an error that India captain Suryakumar Yadav made when India were bowling. Having pinned down England to 147/9, led by Varun Chakravarthy's five-wicket haul, India allowed England's 10th-wicket pair of Adil Rashid and Mark Wood to add on a crucial 24 runs in the end. This proved to be vital, as India ended up losing by 26 runs.

"Where's Friendship?": Sourav Ganguly Asks On Indo-Pak Rivalry. Shoaib Akhtar Responds

A new chapter is set to be added in the long-standing cricket rivalry between India and Pakistan as the two teams play against each other in a Champions Trophy game on February 23 in Dubai. Arch-rivals India and Pakistan don't play bilaterals ever since the 2012-13 series due to the increased political tensions between them. This makes a match between the two sides rare and much-more special. Only ICC events and Asia Cup are the tournaments where the two teams are seen against each other and the craze among the fans for the games is just incomparable.

Late Twist For Virat Kohli's Ranji Trophy Return, DDCA Mandates...

India's star batter Virat Kohli is all set to make his domestic comeback after a long gap of over 12 years. The 36-year-old's last appearance came in the Ranji Trophy back in November 2012 against Uttar Pradesh. It will be Delhi's game against Railways from January 30 onwards this year that will see the right-handed batter playing in domestic cricket again. He will feature under the captaincy of a young Ayush Badoni at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. Keeping the interest of the fans in mind, the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) has made the entry free for fans, however, it has asked the visiting spectators to get there with their Aadhaar card and its photocopy.

India Star Perfects 'Outside Off Stump' Game Ahead Of Ranji Trophy Comeback. It's Not Virat Kohli

KL Rahul's net session is all about meticulousness. Right from picking his gears out of a nattily packed kitbag to facing bowlers, his every movement is measured. There was no exception at the KSCA (B) grounds here on Wednesday as he readied himself for Karnataka's crucial Ranji Trophy match against Haryana. During the 40-minute nets, Rahul never looked hurried against throw-downs, pace or spin, and even found time to sign some autographs and pose for a couple of selfies with the waiting fans.

"Let's Fight...": Virat Kohli's 'Never-Say-Die' Mentality Analysed By Ex-Teammate Suresh Raina

Virat Kohli may not have performed as per expectation in recent months, but if the words of former teammate Suresh Raina are anything to go by, he will still be motivated and hungry to win the Champions Trophy 2025. Having shared the dressing room when India lifted the 2011 World Cup and the 2013 Champions Trophy, Raina gave an insight into the type of character Virat Kohli is. He said that Kohli has a different mindset to anyone else, and is the first to encourage the team when the chips are down.

Gautam Gambhir Blasted For 'Tactical Mistake' That Cost India 3rd T20I

Indian batters faltered against an incisive England bowling attack as the visitors lost the third T20I by 26 runs in Rajkot on Tuesday. It was a must-win game for the Three Lions, who were trailing 0-2 in the five-match series before the game. The win helped England keep the series alive and also gave the guests the much-needed momentum. Mohammed Shami made a solid comeback to international cricket after 14 months but it was Varun Chakravarthy's bowling effort that stood out as his five-wicket haul helped India limit England to 171 for 9. India should have chased down the target but the batters could only manage 145 for 9 in 20 overs.

Varun Chakravarthy Rises To This Spot In ICC T20I Rankings After Fifer vs England

India's mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy has made a sensational leap in the ICC Men's T20I Bowling Rankings, climbing 25 places to secure the fifth spot following a standout performance against England in the ongoing five-match series. Chakravarthy's five-wicket haul in Rajkot during the third T20I was the highlight of the series so far, showcasing his ability to bamboozle batters with his variations and precision. Chakravarthy's performance was instrumental in India's efforts, though they narrowly lost the match by 26 runs.

"In T20, Ability To...": Ex-India Star Draws Out Big Flaw After Defeat In 3rd T20I vs England

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan highlighted the reason behind his team's loss in the third T20I of the five-match series against England at the Nirajan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Tuesday. England defeated India by 26 runs in the third T20I to keep the five-match series alive, making the scoreline 2-1. England set a target of 172 runs, which India could not chase down despite early fireworks from Abhishek Sharma. "In the T20 format ability to rotate the strike is very important on slightly slower wicket. India left it too much for too late in the end," Irfan Pathan wrote in a post on X.

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"Suryakumar Yadav Missed A Trick": Ex-India Star Points Out Captaincy Error After 3rd T20I Loss

"Where's Friendship?": Sourav Ganguly Asks On Indo-Pak Rivalry. Shoaib Akhtar Responds

Late Twist For Virat Kohli's Ranji Trophy Return, DDCA Mandates...

India Star Perfects 'Outside Off Stump' Game Ahead Of Ranji Trophy Comeback. It's Not Virat Kohli

"Let's Fight...": Virat Kohli's 'Never-Say-Die' Mentality Analysed By Ex-Teammate Suresh Raina

Gautam Gambhir Blasted For 'Tactical Mistake' That Cost India 3rd T20I

Varun Chakravarthy Rises To This Spot In ICC T20I Rankings After Fifer vs England

"In T20, Ability To...": Ex-India Star Draws Out Big Flaw After Defeat In 3rd T20I vs England