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MS Dhoni's instinctive captaincy outshines artificial intelligence, says Ajit Agarkar

NEW DELHI: Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar on Wednesday hailed talismanic MS Dhoni as a true embodiment of instinct in a sport where data and insight play significant roles.

The Times of India · Apr 10, 2024

'Think wisely BCCI': Virat Kohli's hundred for RCB rallies support for his T20 World Cup selection

Virat Kohli hit the first hundred of IPL 2024 on Saturday; and even though his 8th IPL century did not result in a win for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the knock rallied support for the batting legend after reports last month that voices in the BCCI corridors are questioning whether…

The Times of India · Apr 7, 2024

IPL 2024: Rishabh Pant's success vs CSK adds to India's wicket-keeping options for T20 World Cup

While Rishabh Pant's 51 off 32 balls paved the way for Delhi Capitals' victory over the fancied Chennai Super Kings in Vizag on Easter Sunday, it also provided Ajit Agarkar and the rest of the Indian selectors another exciting option for the wicket-keeper's slot when it comes to picking the…

The Times of India · Apr 2, 2024

Devdutt Padikkal overcomes health struggles to make Test debut for India

NEW DELHI: Amidst the beaming smiles and proud moments of receiving his India Test cap from Ravichandran Ashwin, Devdutt Padikkal's journey to this pinnacle was veiled in silent struggles and perseverance over the past two years.

The Times of India · Mar 7, 2024

BCCI mulls matching red-ball fee with IPL remuneration

Board consulting Team India captain, coach, selectors to revive players' interest in Tests and first-class cricket

The Times of India · Feb 29, 2024

Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer may face contract axe over Ranji Trophy absence

MUMBAI: Not playing in the ongoing Ranji Trophy may cost Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer heavily. Both Kishan and Iyer are likely to lose their central contracts when the BCCI announces the list, which is likely to be soon, TOI has learnt.

The Times of India · Feb 23, 2024

Salil Ankola may exit committee as BCCI floats advertisement for national selector post

INDORE: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday floated an advertisement for the post of national selector of the men's team on its website. This means that one of the five national selectors will have to quit the committee.

The Times of India · Jan 15, 2024

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli’s selection conundrum continues ahead of Afghanistan T20Is

NEW DELHI: With the focus set on the high-profile T20 World Cup in the Americas scheduled for June, the national selectors are facing a tough decision in picking just one among Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for the upcoming T20I series against Afghanistan.

The Times of India · Jan 6, 2024

T20 World Cup: Ajit Agarkar likely to speak to Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, 30-odd players could be monitored during IPL

CAPE TOWN: The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee will have some sleepless nights before selecting the squad for T20s against Afghanistan with veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli keen to play the World Cup in June.

The Times of India · Jan 2, 2024

South Africa Tour: Will BCCI be able to convince Rohit Sharma to captain in T20Is?

NEW DELHI: With regular T20I skipper Hardik Pandya out for another month due to an ankle ligament tear, the BCCI will look to convince Rohit Sharma to lead the side in the shortest format in the upcoming tour of South Africa.

The Times of India · Nov 29, 2023