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Did 'IPL Scheduling' Hamper India's T20 WC Preparation? Harbhajan Singh Drops Bombshell

Former Indian cricket team spinner Harbhajan Singh expressed his displeasure at the Rohit Sharma-led side's preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. With the IPL 2024 final taking place on May 26, the Indian cricket team players will not have much time to practice with each other as the T20 World Cup will begin from June 2. India will face Ireland in their tournament opener on June 5 and that will allow them to play just two matches before the competition. Harbhajan blamed the 'IPL scheduling' for not allowing the Indian cricket team players for not getting enough time to hold proper training camps.

Harbhajan Singh Questions India's T20 World Cup Preparation With Blunt 'IPL Scheduling' Remark

With only a couple of weeks to go before the T20 World Cup 2024 begins, a number of England players have left the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 for international commitments. While top teams will soon have their international camps for next month's mega event, Indian players will be busy with the IPL 2024, especially those whose teams are going into the playoffs. With the IPL final taking place on May 26, the Indian players won't have enough time to group together and prepare for the T20 World Cup collectively. The 'lack of preparation' is already worrying former India spinner Harbhajan Singh.

Ravi Shastri Drops Major Hint On Possible Stint As Head Coach In IPL

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri dropped a massive hint on a possible stint in a managerial position in the cash-rich Indian Premier League. Shastri is well remembered for the impact he made as the head coach of the Indian men's team from 2017 to 2021. Under Shastri's reign, the Indian team added a feather in their cap with back-to-back Test series triumphs against Australia. "Toota hai Gabba ka ghamand" became famous after India defeated Australia at their fortress The Gabba in 2021.

"It Has Made A Big Difference": Ravi Shastri Backs Impact Player Rule

Former India coach Ravi Shastri supported the Impact Player rule in the IPL, citing how it has led to exciting endings. However, several current players and coaches disagree. The Impact Player rule has been a hot topic of debate during the IPL 2024 and Shastri said the rule has contributed to many compelling finishes in the ongoing IPL edition. The rule allows a particular team to introduce a 12th player to the team from a list in which the five names are given at the time of a toss. A team can bring in a player for the playing XI by replacing any player the team wants, depending on the situation.

"Rohit Sharma Never Thought About Fitness": Yograj Singh's Bold Remark On India Captain's Future

As the countdown for the start of T20 World Cup 2024 gains momentum, the chatter around the form of India captain Rohit Sharma has also intensified. Rohit hasn't had the best of IPL for Mumbai Indians and his future in the Indian team has been regularly questioned. Though Rohit will lead the team in the T20 World Cup, it isn't yet known for how long he plans to continue playing international cricket. Age is also a big factor among players when it comes to deciding retirement age, and Rohit is 37 already. However, Yograj Singh, the father of former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, isn't happy seeing age becoming a criterion.

Rohit Sharma, Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar Were Against Hardik Pandya's T20 WC Selection: Report

Mumbai Indians' hopes of qualifying for the IPL 2024 have suffered a premature end. The Hardik Pandya-led side is the first team in the IPL 2024 to get knocked out of the league. Before even the tournament began, the Mumbai Indians camp looked unsettled with Rohit Sharma's removal from the captaincy position. Interestingly, the MI camp has four players who will be playing for the Indian cricket team in the 2024 T20 World Cup. Captain Rohit Sharma, vice-captain Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah are four important members of the Indian side, that will its first 2024 T20 World Cup against Ireland.

"Should Be Below 60, Remuneration...": BCCI's Criteria For New Team India Head Coach Job

The BCCI, in a late mail on Monday, released an advertisement for the post of head coach for the Indian cricket team (men's). The tenure of the current head coach Rahul Dravid ends with the T20 World 2024, which runs till June-end. The tenure of the next head coach will start from July 1, 2024 and will run till December 31, 2027. This essentially means that the next head coach will be at the helm till the next ODI World Cup in 2027.

BCCI Invites Application For Indian Men's Team Head Coach Role

The BCCI on Monday invited applications for the post of Indian men's cricket team's head coach for a period of three and half years as incumbent Rahul Dravid's tenure will end with next month's T20 World Cup in the Americas. The deadline to submit an application is on May 27, 2024, the board stated in a media release. "The selection process will include a thorough review of applications, followed by personal interviews and assessments of shortlisted candidates," the release further stated.

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Did 'IPL Scheduling' Hamper India's T20 WC Preparation? Harbhajan Singh Drops Bombshell

Harbhajan Singh Questions India's T20 World Cup Preparation With Blunt 'IPL Scheduling' Remark

Ravi Shastri Drops Major Hint On Possible Stint As Head Coach In IPL

"It Has Made A Big Difference": Ravi Shastri Backs Impact Player Rule

"Rohit Sharma Never Thought About Fitness": Yograj Singh's Bold Remark On India Captain's Future

Rohit Sharma, Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar Were Against Hardik Pandya's T20 WC Selection: Report

"Should Be Below 60, Remuneration...": BCCI's Criteria For New Team India Head Coach Job

BCCI Invites Application For Indian Men's Team Head Coach Role