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Don't forget Ajit Wadekar, name something at Wankhede Stadium after him: Ratnakar Shetty tells MCA

MUMBAI: Veteran cricket administrator Prof Ratnakar Shetty has urged the Mumbai Cricket Association to name at least something at the Wankhede Stadium after former India captain Ajit Wadekar, who captained India to maiden, historic Test series wins in West Indies and England back in 1971.

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Dilip Vengsarkar picks India as 'strong favourite' for Champions Trophy

NEW DELHI: Former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar has labeled India as a 'strong favourite' to win the ICC Champions Trophy, which kicks off on Wednesday in Karachi.

The Times of India

In Jasprit Bumrah's absence, bowling will be key factor for India: Dilip Vengsarkar

Ex-captain Dilip Vengsarkar also feels presence of Rohit, Kohli 'very important' in Champions Trophy

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Vinod Kambli struggles to walk, wife offers support at Wankhede Stadium - WATCH

NEW DELHI: Several cricket legends, including Vinod Kambli, Rohit Sharma, Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Ravi Shastri, Sachin Tendulkar, Diana Edulji, and Ajinkya Rahane, gathered on Sunday to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Wankhede Stadium.

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Watch: Sunil Gavaskar's impromptu dance gig at Wankhede Stadium's grand celebrations

NEW DELHI: Former India captains Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Ravi Shastri, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Ajinkya Rahane along with Diana Edulji were all in attendance as the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) celebrated the completion of 50 years of the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday.

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Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar among other greats to attend Wankhede Stadium's 50th anniversary

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Harris Shield: Anjuman declared champions, but umpires disagree

Modern to protest decision to award title on 1st innings lead after final ends in tie

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Yashasvi Jaiswal, driving on the legacy of Indian cricket

Once every generation, Indian cricket tends to produce a breakout batting sensation. Could the prolific opener be the next one?

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Should Test matches be reduced to four-day affairs?

With matches struggling to last the distance, former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar feels it's time the longest format is officially trimmed by a day. Such a move, he feels, will also make financial sense for the economically weaker ICC full members...

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Play domestic cricket to master spin, Dilip Vengsarkar urges India batters

MUMBAI: India's first-ever home Test series defeat to New Zealand has highlighted a new vulnerability: Indian top-order batsmen, once known for neutralising visiting spinners (with Shane Warne being a notable example), are now as susceptible to spin as any other team in the world.

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When Dilip Vengsarkar, Sandeep Patil ensured Shikhar Dhawan was picked at the right time

MUMBAI: Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan, owes a significant part of his success to two stalwarts of Indian cricket from Mumbai-Dilip Vengsarkar and Sandeep Patil.

The Times of India

'Parents overawed with success of IPL': Former India captain urges young players to target playing Test cricket

NEW DELHI: Former India captain and chief selector Dilip Vengsarkar emphasized the importance of aspiring youngsters setting their sights on playing and excelling in Test cricket. According to him, achieving success in the traditional format brings genuine honour to players.

The Times of India

Adieu Derek Underwood, Sunil Gavaskar's nemesis

MUMBAI: Derek Underwood, England's best spinner in the post-World War II era who had a knack for dismissing legendary opener Sunil Gavaskar, passed away on Monday at the age of 78.

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IND vs ENG 5th Test: India stretch lead to 255 after Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill centuries

NEW DELHI: Skipper Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill's centuries bolstered India's dominance in the final Test against England, propelling them to a commanding 255-run lead on Friday.

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India vs England, 3rd Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal, a superstar in the making

RAJKOT: England are finding it almost impossible to stop Yashasvi Jaiswal. Putting the English bowlers to the sword, the left-handed opener from Mumbai has cracked 435 runs in six innings across three Tests at a grand average of 87.

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IND vs ENG: There are challenges, but we’re keen to create history, says Mark Wood

HYDERABAD: England seamer Mark Wood said his team would not curb their attacking instincts in the five-match Test series against India. Patented by their coach Brendon McCullum and skipper Ben Stokes, England’s ‘Bazball’ has been the flavour of the last few seasons. Wood, however, said his team was aware of…

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Rahul Dravid asks team to 'pace yourself' for 'marathon' England series

HYDERABAD: India’s last few Test matches have been truncated affairs. In recent times, a creeping disregard for the longest format of the game — as seen in the scheduling of a two-Test series in South Africa — has been widely debated.

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Watch: Trying to fill 'Virat' void, Team India gets down to intense training

NEW DELHI: Team India captain Rohit Sharma along with his teammates on Tuesday arrived at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, the venue for the opening Test of the upcoming five-match series against England, scheduled to commence on Thursday.

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'Problem England will have...': Alastair Cook raises concerns ahead of India Tests

NEW DELHI: Former England captain Alastair Cook has expressed worries about England's "lack of match preparation" as they gear up for the grueling five-Test series against India.

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IND vs ENG: Virat Kohli inches closer to another milestone

NEW DELHI: India batting star Virat Kohli already has a plethora of records to his name and the run machine is on the verge of adding another feather to his illustrious cap. Virat recently broke master blaster Sachin Tendulkar's record of most ODI centuries during the ICC ODI World Cup…

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Spinners will win England series for India: Michael Atherton

NEW DELHI: Former England captain Michael Atherton believes that India's potent spin attack will secure the five-Test home series victory over Ben Stokes and company.

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Mumbai University showing scant respect to inter-collegiate tournament: Dilip Vengsarkar

Former India cricket captain Dilip Vengsarkar isn't too happy with the way Mumbai University is running cricket.

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World Cup: Why Rohit Sharma doesn’t forget to torment Australia!

'Easy-going' captain once went for a tour game against Australia without his kit bag, but now boasts a stellar record when it comes to India's rivals in final

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Memories of Wankhede: When Gooch & Co. swept India out

In the Mumbai semifinal of the 1987 World Cup, favourites India lost to England

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The rest is history, says Vengsarkar on his recommending Tendulkar’s name for selection to the Mumbai Ranji team

Dilip Vengsarkar played key role in selecting Sachin Tendulkar & MS Dhoni for Mumbai Ranji & World T20 teams respectively. Vengsarkar recalled Sachin's selection after seeing him bat confidently in Indian nets & Dhoni's selection due to his aggressive & positive mindset. Both decisions proved to be history-altering.

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