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Hardik Pandya returns to top ICC T20I rankings as Tilak Varma enters top-10

NEW DELHI: Indian cricketers shined in the latest ICC rankings for white-ball cricket, with notable achievements in the T20I format. Hardik Pandya, India all-rounder, has once again secured the top spot in the ICC T20I all-rounder rankings.

The Times of India · Nov 20, 2024

David Warner backs Nathan McSweeney to shine in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Former Australian opener David Warner has publicly endorsed Nathan McSweeney as a potential standout performer in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The prestigious Test series between Australia and India is scheduled to commence on Friday in Perth.

The Times of India · Nov 20, 2024

India withdraw from T20 Blind World Cup in Pakistan after non-clearance from government

India have officially withdrawn from the T20 Blind World Cup that was due to be played in Pakistan from November 22 to December 3. The decision came after the team was not given clearance by the central government to play the competition in the neighbouring country.

The Times of India · Nov 20, 2024

Morne Morkel provides a big update on injured Shubman Gill

NEW DELHI: Team India bowling coach Morne Morkel provided an update on Shubman Gill's fitness ahead of the first Test in Perth, starting November 22. He indicated that Gill's condition is improving daily, with the final selection decision to be made on match morning.

The Times of India · Nov 20, 2024

'Paise mile ya ... ': Kuldeep Yadav hits back at troll

NEW DELHI: It seems the wounds of losing the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 final against Australia still linger for Team India and its fans. One year after India's defeat in the November 19, 2023, final, spinner Kuldeep Yadav found himself facing online criticism for his performance in that crucial…

The Times of India · Nov 20, 2024

Border Gavaskar Trophy: More than just the cricket on the field, the downtime could be decisive

It's the first time that the Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) will be contested over five Tests, and though it's just one match more than the four-Test series contested between India and Australia in the past few editions, both mental and physical challenges can wear players down and affect performances in…

The Times of India · Nov 20, 2024

'Mitchell Marsh has learned the 'drop anchor' approach': Allan Border praises Australia all-rounder ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

NEW DELHI: Former Australian cricket captain Allan Border has praised Mitchell Marsh's development as a Test cricketer. This praise comes ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 series opener against India, scheduled to begin on November 22 at Perth's Optus Stadium.

The Times of India · Nov 20, 2024

In India’s tribal-dominated Jharkhand, BJP labels Muslims as ‘Bangladeshis’

BJP accused of trying to divide tribal and Muslim votes by raising bogey of ‘Bangladeshi infiltrators’ in a key region.

Al Jazeera · Nov 20, 2024

India's jolted batting order needs to fire in Australia

NEW DELHI: India's recent batting struggles against teams like Bangladesh and New Zealand have raised concerns, particularly ahead of the crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia.

The Times of India · Nov 20, 2024

Exclusive | 'Rohit Sharma is not indispensable': Former World Cup winner backs 'captain' Jasprit Bumrah ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

NEW DELHI: Pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah is set to lead Team India in a Test match for only the second time after regular skipper Rohit Sharma recently opted out of the series opener in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting on November 22 at Perth.

The Times of India · Nov 20, 2024