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An ODI World Cup without West Indies provides a grim pointer to sport’s ruthless jabs at destiny

From the highs of the successful campaigns in 1975 and 1979, the West Indies has gradually slipped in the past few decades to eventually fall apart and miss out on a World Cup spot. They have missed out on a ODI WC spot for the first time.

The Hindu

2 months of IPL: Pooran earns nearly 8 times, Hetmyer 4 times of what they would for representing WI

Shimron Hetmyer’s ₹8.50 crore annual IPL fees earned from Rajasthan Royals or Andre Russell’s ₹16 crore retention fee from Kolkata Knight Riders is an indication how cricket’s financial landscape has changed and playing for the West Indies isn’t a motivation anymore.

The Hindu

2 months of IPL: Nicholas Pooran earns nearly 8 times, Shimron Hetmyer 4 times of what they would for representing West Indies

NEW DELHI: Shimron Hetmyer's Rs 8.50 crore annual IPL fees earned from Rajasthan Royals or Andre Russell's Rs 16 crore retention fee from Kolkata Knight Riders is an indication how cricket's financial landscape has changed and playing for the West Indies isn't a motivation anymore.

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West Indies ouster: Virender Sehwag wants politics free man management, Gautam Gambhir is hopeful of turnaround

NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag attributed the West Indies cricket team's poor performance to internal regional politics within their cricket establishment.

The Times of India

Chris Gayle: Don't think this is going to be Virat Kohli's last World Cup

NEW DELHI: The scenes from the victorious 2011 World Cup celebration, where Virat Kohli carried batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar on his shoulders alongside his teammates, remain a cherished and picture-perfect moment for billions of fans.

The Times of India

India, England, Australia playing bulk of Test matches will eventually kill the game: Chris Gayle

NEW DELHI: The big three -- India, England and Australia -- playing the bulk of Test cricket will eventually "kill the game" and the players of smaller boards like the West Indies must be paid better for international cricket to flourish, feels Chris Gayle.

The Times of India

ICC World Cup qualifiers: Meet the basketball playing Kiwi who helped Netherlands beat the West Indies

4, 6, 4, 6, 6, 4 - Logan van Beek, the Dutch all-rounder, etched his name in the history books of ODI cricket on Monday when he smoked the most runs in a Super Over. The 32-year-old smashed 30 runs off Jason Holder of West Indies in Harare. The record-breaking…

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ICC World Cup 2023 Qualifiers: West Indies in danger of missing first ODI World Cup

Zimbabwe and former champions Sri Lanka find themselves in a favorable position to secure the last two qualifying berths for this year's ODI World Cup, while the West Indies, who have won the trophy twice, stare at the possible embarrassment of missing the tournament for the first time.

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MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli have played big roles in my career: Yashasvi Jaiswal

NEW DELHI: During IPL 2023, young sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal, who has been named in the Test squad for the two-match series against the West Indies, got to interact with two former India captains - MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. Yashasvi, whose cricketing journey so far has been a fascinating one,…

The Times of India

Umesh Yadav injured, not dropped; Rinku Singh likely for West Indies T20Is

MUMBAI: Veteran fast bowler Umesh Yadav has not been dropped from the two-Test series in the West Indies, but is out due to a hamstring injury, TOI has learnt.

The Times of India

I have to keep things simple and maintain discipline, says elated Yashasvi Jaiswal

MUMBAI: For Yashasvi Jaiswal, who got his maiden call-up in the India Test side on Friday when the BCCI announced the squad for the upcoming two-Test series in the West Indies, it was the culmination of a journey he had embarked on almost a decade ago.

The Times of India

Sunil Gavaskar slams selectors for dropping Cheteshwar Pujara and ignoring Sarfaraz Khan

Sunil Gavaskar has lashed out at the national selectors for dropping Sarfaraz Khan and shunning Pujara ahead of the West Indies test next month. Gavaskar questioned the logic behind having the Ranji Trophy if performance is based on players IPL record

The Hindu

1983 World Cup win turns 40: 'A soaring Kapil Dev gave us wings, then India's nightingale sang for us'

By Dilip Vengsarkar

The Times of India

India’s Tour of West Indies: Jaiswal, Ruturaj and Mukesh get their maiden Test call-up

Cheteshwar Pujara and Umesh Yadav have been dropped from India’s Test squad for the West Indies series Mohammed Shami has been rested for the Tests and ODIs in the Caribbean. Top-order batters Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad and medium-pacer Mukesh Kumar have earned their maiden call-up for the Test series…

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India’s tour of West Indies | Possible end of road for Pujara, India picks Jaiswal and Gaikwad

Veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara and senior pacer Umesh Yadav were dropped from India’s Test squad for the West Indies tour starting July 12 while three players got maiden call-ups.

The Times of India

India Tour of West Indies ODI and Test Squad 2023 Announced: Pujara dropped, Shami rested; Jaiswal, Gaikwad get Test call-ups

NEW DELHI: India's Test stalwart Cheteshwar Pujara has been dropped as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) men’s selection committee on Friday announced India’s squad for the upcoming two-match Test series and three ODIs against the West Indies.

The Times of India

World Cup Qualifiers: Shai Hope, Nicholas Pooran tons fire West Indies to big win over Nepal

NEW DELHI: Shai Hope and Nicholas Pooran smashed dazzling centuries to propel the West Indies to a dominating 101-run win over Nepal in the ICC World Cup Qualifier match in Harare on Thursday.

The Times of India

'If we don't qualify, we go a step lower': West Indies' Carl Hooper ahead of ODI World Cup qualifiers

NEW DELHI: Assistant coach Carl Hooper on Saturday warned that the West Indies can sink 'even lower' than where they are currently if they fail to qualify for the 2023 ODI World Cup in India.

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Rohit Sharma to be rested for part of West Indies tour?

MUMBAI: There is a possibility that India captain Rohit Sharma, currently going through a lean patch, will be rested for some part of the West Indies tour, TOI has learnt. The national selectors are likely to pick the team for the tour on June 27, a day before the start…

The Times of India

BCCI announces schedule of India's tour of West Indies

NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) took to Twitter to announce the schedule for India's upcoming tour of the West Indies, which is set to commence on July 12.

France 24

Trinidad and Tobago: From the Caribbean to the caliphate

The twin island state of Trinidad and Tobago lies between the South American coast of Venezuela and the West Indies. Home to roughly 1.5 million inhabitants of African and Indian descent, the tiny Caribbean nation has one of the world’s highest volunteer rates for the Islamic State (IS) group. Between…

The Times of India

WTC Final: Why The Oval will continue to inspire Team India

NEW DELHI: For Indian cricket lovers of radio days, the Oval is almost a sacred spot. Here in 1971 Ajit Wadekar-led India vanquished England in England for the first time. Coming 24 years after the country had gained freedom and on the heels of a seemingly improbable away 1-0 series…

The Times of India

BCCI considering second-string team for Afghanistan series

NEW DELHI: Contrary to earlier reports suggesting the cancellation of the proposed home series against Afghanistan due to a cramped schedule, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is now considering the possibility of fielding a second-string team for the series. This move comes as a means to…

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I’m not in cuckooland – Chris Woakes does not expect to walk back into Test team

Woakes won the last of his 45 caps in the West Indies in March 2022.

The Times of India

'Picture abhi baaki hai': Bought at his base price, Ajinkya Rahane reveling in new found role for CSK

The last time Ajinkya Rahane played a T20 international for India was back in August 2016, against the West Indies in Lauderhill, Florida. He opened the batting with Rohit Sharma in India's chase of 144. He was unbeaten on 4 off 4 balls when the match was called off due…

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