Scores to settle as Mumbai face Vidarbha in Ranji Trophy final Hosts eye 42nd title against two-time champions The Times of India · Mar 10, 2024
Mumbai and Vidarbha vie for the ultimate glory in battle of equals Mumbai vs Vidarbha in the Ranji Trophy final: A clash of similarities and differences in domestic cricket history. The Hindu · Mar 9, 2024
Ranji Trophy semifinal | Mumbai thrashes Tamil Nadu by an innings and 70 runs Mumbai's lower-order dominance secures a Ranji Trophy final spot against Tamil Nadu in a crushing victory. The Hindu · Mar 4, 2024
'Paisa kamao, par sirf IPL khel ke nahi': Praveen Kumar on Shreyas Iyer-Ishan Kishan controversy NEW DELHI: Club vs country is not a new debate in the Indian cricket corridors, especially every time a new Indian Premier League (IPL) season is around the corner, and the interest of players tilted towards the IPL has often irked experts and former players. Joining that list of critics… The Times of India · Mar 4, 2024
Ranji Trophy semifinal | Shardul swings it Mumbai’s way, gives the host a big lead Ranji Trophy 2023-24 | Mumbai vs Tamil Nadu ranji trophy semifinal day 2 on March 3, 2024 The Hindu · Mar 3, 2024
Shardul Thakur-led Mumbai's rearguard puts Tamil Nadu on mat in Ranji Trophy semifinal NEW DELHI: All-rounder Shardul Thakur's (109) scintillating maiden first-class ton and Tanush Kotian's unbeaten 74 helped Mumbai take a commanding 207-run first-innings lead over Tamil Nadu on the second day of the Ranji Trophy semifinal on Sunday, despite R Sai Kishore's impressive six-wicket haul. The Times of India · Mar 3, 2024
Mumbai vs Tamil Nadu, Ranji Trophy semifinal: Shreyas Iyer fails to deliver on his return to domestic cricket NEW DELHI: Out-of-favour India batter Shreyas Iyer failed to make an impact with the bat in the Ranji Trophy semifinal match between Mumbai and Tamil Nadu on Sunday. Representing the 41-time champions Mumbai, Iyer was dismissed by Tamil Nadu pacer Sandeep Warrier for just 3 runs in their first innings. The Times of India · Mar 3, 2024
Ranji Trophy vs IPL: Which way do selectors sway? CHENNAI: It wasn’t too long ago that the Indian cricket board (BCCI) cracked the whip and did not give central contracts to Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan for not playing the Ranji Trophy. This has become a point of debate in Indian cricket even as the Ranji Trophy semi finals… The Times of India · Mar 3, 2024
Ishan Kishan refused BCCI's offer at redemption: Report Amid the raging debate over Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer ever since BCCI removed the duo from its new list of contracted players because of not featuring in the Ranji Trophy, multiple reports have pointed towards the two players making themselves unavailable for their respective state teams despite being fit… The Times of India · Mar 2, 2024
Ranji Trophy semifinal | I know each player in and out, says TN coach Kulkarni Mumbai skipper Rahane praises Shreyas Iyer ahead of Ranji Trophy semifinal; TN captain happy with returning players. The Hindu · Mar 1, 2024
Few players will suffer but let it be: Kapil backs BCCI strictness on domestic cricket Kapil Dev supports BCCI's decision to terminate central contracts for lack of commitment to domestic cricket. The Hindu · Mar 1, 2024
'Why would you punish him...?': Former India opener backs Hardik Pandya's Grade A contract NEW DELHI: Amid Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer's central contracts snub, former India opener Aakash Chopra has backed the Indian cricket board for handing Hardik Pandya a Grade A contract, pointing out the all-rounder's case is different from that of Kishan and Iyer. The Times of India · Mar 1, 2024
Thrilled to have Shreyas Iyer in team for Ranji semifinal, says Mumbai skipper Ajinkya Rahane NEW DELHI: Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane on Friday backed middle-order Shreyas Iyer to overcome the contractual turmoil and deliver a strong performance for the team in the Ranji Trophy semifinal against Tamil Nadu, starting in Mumbai on Saturday. The Times of India · Mar 1, 2024
'Kuch logon ko taqleef hogi lekin...': Kapil Dev backs BCCI strictness on domestic cricket NEW DELHI: Legendary former India captain Kapil Dev on Friday expressed his support for the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) decision to terminate central contracts due to a lack of commitment to domestic cricket. The Times of India · Mar 1, 2024
The Hindu · Mar 1, 2024 Ranji Trophy semifinal | A tantalising semifinal between old foes would be a treat for the ardent fans Ranji Trophy 2023-24 | Mumbai vs Tamil Nadu semifinal match in Mumbai on March 2, 2024
The Times of India · Mar 1, 2024 Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan vs BCCI: How the unprecedented face-off happened and its impact Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan lost their places in the list of annual BCCI contracts released on Wednesday for making themselves unavailable to play domestic cricket, which is the first such instance for players losing the board's contract for reasons other than non-performance.
The Times of India · Mar 1, 2024 Mumbai vs Tamil Nadu: Shreyas Iyer set to make a compelling comeback in Ranji Trophy semi-final clash NEW DELHI: Out-of-favor Indian batter Shreyas Iyer is set to make a compelling comeback to domestic cricket as he gears up to play for Mumbai in the highly anticipated Ranji Trophy semi-final clash against Tamil Nadu on Saturday.
The Times of India · Mar 1, 2024 Exclusive - 'They should have played Ranji matches': Madal Lal on exclusion of Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan from BCCI's central contracts NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) took a couple of bold decisions as it unveiled its list of centrally-contracted players on Wednesday.
The Times of India · Mar 1, 2024 'He has to play other tournaments...': Hardik Pandya's commitment to white-ball cricket earns him a central contract from BCCI NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced its annual central contracts for the 2023-2024 season, and batsmen Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer were not included in the list of 30 players. This decision came after they failed to comply with the BCCI's directive to play…
The Times of India · Feb 29, 2024 Amid Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan snub, veteran India keeper says nothing can be done 'forcefully' NEW DELHI: Veteran India wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha on Thursday said no one can compel a cricketer to participate in domestic cricket if they are not inclined to do so. However, Saha emphasized the importance of domestic cricket as the foundation for players to thrive and succeed in their careers.
Dynamite News · Feb 29, 2024 Irfan Pathan questions BCCI's selection criteria after Ishan-Shreyas exclusion Former India fast bowler Irfan Pathan raised questions on Thursday over the BCCI decision to exclude Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan from central contracts and pointed out the case of Hardik Pandya, who has been selective in his domestic and international commitments but remains a key figure in the national…
The Times of India · Feb 29, 2024 Even Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play domestic cricket when free: Kirti Azad NEW DELHI: Member of the 1983 World Cup-winning team Kirti Azad on Thursday backed the BCCI's directive for cricketers to play Ranji Trophy, saying it's a good move and the rule should be applicable to every India team player, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
The Times of India · Feb 29, 2024 Sourav Ganguly 'surprised' by Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan's decisions NEW DELHI: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly expressed his surprise at seeing players like Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan, who were cut from the national team, not playing in domestic cricket.
The Times of India · Feb 29, 2024 'If players like Hardik...': Irfan Pathan's big comment on Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan NEW DELHI: The BCCI on Wednesday revealed its list of centrally-contracted players for the year. India captain Rohit Sharma, batting ace Virat Kohli, star speedster Jasprit Bumrah, and dashing allrounder Ravindra Jadeja maintained their positions in the top tier, while Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan were not included in any…
The Times of India · Feb 29, 2024 BCCI drops Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan from list of centrally contracted players for ignoring Ranji Trophy Siraj, Rahul and Gill promoted to Grade A