Once again, Shreyas Iyer and Ajinkya Rahane fall short, but Shardul Thakur, the leader, seizes the initiative.

On the first day of the Ranji Trophy final, veteran duo Shreyas Iyer and Ajinkya Rahane's run drought persisted, but Shardul Thakur's versatility as an all-rounder enabled hosts Mumbai to rally against a brave Vidarbha. In addition to giving Mumbai's below-average first innings score of 224 some semblance of respectability with a counterpunching 75 off just 69 balls, Thakur also removed veteran opener Dhruv Shorey (0) with an angular delivery that gave him a favourable DRS result. Atharva Taide (21 not out) and night watchman Aditya Thakare at the crease meant that Vidarbha were 31/3 at stumps, needing another 193 runs to close the first innings. Medium pacer Dhawal Kulkarni, in his final first-class match of his career, bowled his usual late outswingers, with Test triple centurion Karun Nair (0) and Aman Mokhade (8) nicking it to Hardik Tamore behind stumps. The 41-time champions fell from 81/0 to 111/6 on either side of the lunch break in a stunning collapse that saw Mumbai's top players, Rahane and Iyer, dismissed for identical scores of 7. Despite his leadership prowess, Rahane's awful Ranji Trophy career continued when the Mumbai captain played a meek game to mid-on and was removed just when his team needed him to take the field.Rahane was a contender to reclaim his place in the national team around this time last year, but as things stand, it's unclear if Mumbai selectors will stick with the 35-year-old for the upcoming campaign, regardless of the outcome of this final. Iyer, who was out of favor and had to work hard to get back into the national conversation, was unable to save Mumbai from disaster once more because of his subpar technique. Umesh Yadav (2/43 in 13.3 overs) was as reckless as he could be during the morning session, splattering the new ball everywhere and primarily drifting on the pads of openers Prithvi Shaw and Bhupen Lalwani. Though he kept running out of partners, Thakur showed deft use of both hands and feet to inch closer to what would have been his second consecutive ton. After scoring an incredible 75 off just 69 balls with eight fours and three sixes, Thakur was the final batter to be dismissed. He was caught by the man at deep square leg. The trio of Shams Mulani (13), Tanush Kotian (8), and Tushar Deshpande (14)—who helped Mumbai win multiple times by scoring valuable runs—also fell for a pittance.

When Kuldeep Yadav bowls, it’s like a chess mehfil at the town square

Kanpur wrist-spinner rips up English batting in a 15-over performance for five wickets. Kuldeep Yadav's obliging teammates would gather around him and caress his thick mop of brownish hair every time he took a wicket. The wrist-spinner from Kanpur proved to be his team's rescue on a firm, brownish true track that proved difficult for pacers and finger-spinners to get wickets. Kuldeep Yadav made it clear to the world on a typically overcast English morning that this was not Ben Stokes and his men's home away from home, at a stadium that had more Barmy Army flags than Tricolours. His 5/72 figures showcased his wide repertory, which includes numerous stock balls in addition to numerous modifications and adaptations. England's 218 all out first innings total proved once again that Rahul Dravid and Rohit Sharma's India can destroy foreign teams for little money even without the use of pitch alteration. Additionally, Kuldeep's unaltered 15-over spell—during which England surged from 55/0 to 179/6—confirmed the numerous match-winning players that Rohit's side has produced. Should Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Ravichandran Ashwin fail to make the breakthrough, the man from Kanpur's deceit and slyness remain a viable option. The most notable of Kuldeep's first-day dismissals was when he stumped England's number three. Pope Ollie. It demonstrated how everyone in the vicinity of the bat participates in spin bowling as a community activity. It reminds me of those unofficial chess games in town squares where bystanders feel obligated to burrow down over the board and offer advice to the players. When the ball is in the hands of Kuldeep, the wristspinner who piques the interest of all his accomplices and transforms into the sniper who follows instructions to the letter, the talk increases in volume and frequency. Zak Crawley, the opener, had danced down the track to hit Ashwin for a six over the sightscreen only one over before Pope was out. Lunch was only a few minutes away, but apparently Bazballers don't follow the minutes on a clock. In his brief visit, Pope had remained primarily in the fold. The close-in fielders exchanged knowing glances. In just his third Test match, young wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel would soon say something that would go viral. "Aage badhne waala hai (He is about to step out)" will be heard over the stump mic to Kuldeep. Pulling back his length, Kuldeep would bowl the wrong 'un, the spin-tribe's go-to counterbalance, to anyone racing out of the crease.

MS Dhoni links up with Chennai Super Kings ahead of IPL 2024

"The former Indian captain's previous few days have been hectic. Before traveling to Chennai, he attended the lavish Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant pre-wedding celebrations in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Chennai Super Kings, an Indian Premier League team, announced on social media on Tuesday that Mahendra Singh Dhoni has officially joined the team. #THA7A Dharisanam! 🦁💛#DenComing was the caption for the X post. The former Indian captain's previous few days have been extremely busy. Before traveling to Chennai, he attended the lavish Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant pre-wedding celebrations in Jamnagar, Gujarat. In a widely shared social media post on Monday, the 42-year-old claimed that a ""new role"" awaits him in the ""new season,"" setting off a chain reaction of rumors.  media release. Everyone was left wondering as the former captain of India, who guided the Chennai Super Kings to their sixth IPL championship the previous season, made no mention of the league or provided any details on the new position. "I'm excited about the upcoming season and my new ""role."" In an infrequent Facebook social media post, Dhoni stated, ""Stay tuned!"" The 42-year-old primarily batted towards the tail part of the CSK innings last year. He has not yet stated if he intends to lead CSK in the 2024 Indian Premier League. When asked if he will retire on a high note following his victory in the final last year, Dhoni, in typical Ranchi fashion, sidestepped the question by stating that it would be equivalent to taking an easy way out. He continued by saying that, if his body permitted it, he would try to return the next season as CSK captain. On March 22, CSK will play the first game of the tournament against Royal Challengers Bangalore. On March 26, they will play the Gujarat Titans in a rematch of the IPL final from the previous year. On March 31, they will travel to Delhi to play the Delhi Capitals. Then, they'll go to Hyderabad to play the SunRisers to round out their phase one tour. (With contributions from the agency)"

Shoaib Bashir is the next R Ashwin Michael Vaughan lauds England spinner

"Fifth Test between India and England: Michael Vaughan, a former cricketer for England, is praising the current team's young spinner Shoaib Bashir for his performance in the India series. The youthful player is compared to seasoned Indian spinner R Ashwin by him. To put it briefly, Michael Vaughn proclaims Shoaib Bashir to be the upcoming superstar in English cricket. Vaughn compares the performance of the young player, Bashir, to that of R Ashwin. Vaughn believes that India and England's final Test will be fierce. With his recent great performance in the India Test series, former England captain Michael Vaughan feels that Shoaib Bashir is deserving of the moniker 'next superstar of English cricket'. The young player was praised by Vaughan, an all-round player himself, as the future Ravi Ashwin. In the fourth Test in Ranchi, the 20-year-old Bashir, who was playing in just his second Test match of the year, won a lot of plaudits for his solo efforts in helping England battle back with the ball. Twenty-year-old right-arm spinner Ben Stokes made his breakthrough to the England team after impressing selectors and captain Ben Stokes with his county cricket form. Beyond the young bowler's skill, Vaughan thinks that despite England cricket's poor performance, the spark that Bashir has showed is something to be proud of This week has been outstanding for English cricket. One of the best weeks ever, honoring Shoaib Bashir, another incredible star we've found. It is the reason for our celebration. We've uncovered the new Ravi Ashwin—the second Test match, eight wickets. We're happy to celebrate the emergence of a new English cricket hero, Vaughan said on Club Prairie Fire's YouTube account. In the Vizag Test, Bashir made a great start after being awarded his first England cap, taking four wickets in each of the two innings. Following his withdrawal from the Rajkot Test, Bashir returned with a bang in the Ranchi Test, scoring an outstanding 5/119 and 3/79. One of the main attractions of what ended up being an interesting Test between the two was his bowling skills. sides. But in the end, India prevailed despite his efforts, taking a 3-1 lead in the five-match series with one Test remaining to be played. Vaughan thinks there will be fierce fight in the forthcoming and much awaited Dharamshala Test between India and England, even if India has secured an insurmountable advantage. ""I predict England to win because I think it will be a new one in Dharamsala. Just as they were in the Ashes, they have been the superior team throughout the series. Session every session, England's team has appeared more improved. We don't play series today to win them, but I'm saying looked like a better team,"" Vaughan continued. "

Shikhar Dhawan makes strong comeback, Dinesh Karthik out for 0 in DY Patil T20 Cup

"Veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan and wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik made their return to action on Wednesday at the DY Patil T20 Cup in Talegon, Pune, ahead of the 2024 Indian Premier League. In summary, Shikhar Dhawan scored a scorching 39 during his comeback to competitive cricket. On Wednesday, Dinesh Karthik got out for zero in a Twenty20 match in Pune. Karthik and Dhawan are both competing in the DY Patil T20 Cup. The DY Patil T20 Cup in Talegon, Pune, saw the comeback of veteran Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan, who played an outstanding game. The opener's 28-ball 39 for DY Patil Blue included two sixes and five boundaries, but his efforts were in futile. The opening had not played competitive cricket since the IPL 2023. However, when he played in Tamil Nadu's Vijay Hazare Trophy campaign, Royal Challengers Bangalore wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik was out of luck in his first competitive encounter since December 2023. Karthik was playing for DY Patil Blue in the T20 match. Until the just finished 4th Test against England, Karthik was busy in broadcast duties. In the 18th T20 event, Tata Sports Club defeated DY Patil Blue by a score of just one run, meaning that Dhawan's crucial knock was in vain. Tata Sports Club batted first in Talegaon and finished with 185 for nine in their 20 overs. Chinmay Sugar (51: 29b, 8x4) and Apoorva Wankhede (83 n.o.: 42b, 7x4, 5x6) shared 54 runs for the fifth wicket. Regarding DY Patil Ajay Singh (2-32) and captain Vipul Krishnan (4-42) were the top bowlers for Blue. Abhijit Tomar and Shikhar Dhawan (39: 28b, 5x4, 2x6) opened the chase for Blue, and they quickly added 64 runs in 7.1 overs. After that, Nutan Goel, who was still undefeated at 38 off 35 balls, and Shubham Dubey contributed a crucial 58 runs for the fifth wicket (42: 18b, 6x4, 2x6). Blue finished with 184 for seven in their 20 overs, only one run shy of victory in the end. While playing for Blue, former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik was dismissed for a first ball duck but managed to grab a vital catch off Samarth Vyas with the gloves. In the other match, Canara Bank defeated Bank of Baroda by a mere two wickets in a thrilling finale with just two balls remaining at the DY Patil Stadium in Nerul. Canara Bank requested Bank of Baroda to bat, and they scored 151 for eight in their 20 overs. For Bank of Baroda, Rohan Kadam (76 n.o.: 54b, 11x4) was the primary batter. Manoj Bhandage (3–34) was Canara Bank's top bowler."

Shubman Gill meets Ranchi airport standing guard, GT teammate Robin Minzs father

"IPL 2024: On Wednesday, while the 48-year-old former Army officer was on duty as a security guard at the Ranchi airport, Shubman Gill met and greeted Robin Minz's father, Francis Xavier. Robin will play for Gujarat Titans in his first IPL season. In summary, the first tribal cricket player to be purchased at an IPL auction was Robin Minz. In 2024, Robin will compete for the Gujarat Titans, captained by Shubman Gill. Robin's father used to be in the Army and now works at the Ranchi airport as a security guard. Shubman Gill caught Francis, the father of new recruit Robin Minz of the Gujarat Titans, off guard on Wednesday at Ranchi's Bisra Munda Airport. The legendary batter took a moment to talk to the former Army veteran who has been working at the airport as a security guard. when he was leaving the city following the England Test match. Shubman Gill, who will captain the Gujarat Titans for the first time in the 2024 Indian Premier League, acknowledged Francis Xavier Minz's efforts to support his son Robin's goals on social media by posting a picture of their meeting. After a bidding war, Robin, who was acquired by Gujarat Titans for Rs 3.60 crore, will make Indian Premier League history as the first tribal guy to play for a team (IPL).  ""I'm honored to have met Robin Minz's dad. Your path and diligence have been motivational. ""Excited to see you during the Indian Premier League,"" Shubman Gill posted on his Instagram story. Shubman Gill was observed on Wednesday at the Ranchi airport spending a good deal of time with Francis Xavier, who was working. The 21-year-old Robin is eager to take advantage of his opportunity with Gujarat Titans, a team that is recognized for supporting up-and-coming players during their first season in the league. Robin's journey into cricket started in an unusual way when his father made him a wooden bat after observing that his son enjoyed striking pebbles with sticks. Francis made sure Robin had the tools he needed to follow his love despite his financial struggles, even if it meant taking out loans or forgoing necessities. The family's sacrifices were rewarded when Robin, who the cricket world lovingly referred to as ""Ranchi ka Gayle"" due to his aggressive batting style, gained prominence."

Gautam Gambhirs Serious Pre-IPL 2024 Message To KKR

Before the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, which begins on March 22, Kolkata Knight Riders coach Gautam Gambhir had a direct message for his team. During a Star Sports conversation, Gambhir clarified that the Indian Premier League (IPL) is a fantastic chance for young players to demonstrate their abilities in the "toughest league in the world," not about Bollywood or the post-match celebrations. The former Indian batter, who captained KKR to the IPL title in 2012 and 2014, added that since the league is most similar to international cricket, there is extra pressure on players and teams to perform well. "I stated unequivocally on Day 1 that I take the Indian Premier League seriously. It has nothing to do with Bollywood, you, the after-party, or other such things. It's about getting out there and playing competitive cricket, which is why I think this league is the hardest in the world because it's authentic cricket," stated Gambhir. "It is probably closest to international cricket as compared to any other league and if you want to be known as a successful franchise, you should be able to deliver on the cricket field," he stated. Gambhir stated that the players must put in a lot of effort for the team's ardent fan base after KKR finished seventh in the previous season and missed out on the play-offs. "I believe there are ardent supporters. We must tell them the truth. We should probably try to put a smile on their faces because, in my opinion, Kolkata fans have been the most devoted because they have endured a lot over the first three IPL seasons," Gambhir remarked.  

A Look Into The Numbers: Steve Smith: Is The "Best Since Bradman" On Decline

During the first Test match against New Zealand in Wellington, star Australian batter Steve Smith continued his downward spiral as an opening batsman. He was removed by Matt Henry for 31 in 71 balls during the first Test, and Kiwi captain Tim Southee later dismissed him for a three-ball duck in the second inning. Smith's lean run, which began right at the beginning of the new ICC World Test Championship cycle, has been further enhanced by this. Smith has scored 12, 11*, 6, 91*, 31, and 0 since the opening, for a total of 151 runs at an average of 37.75 in six innings. Even with such a small sample size, Smith hasn't exactly had his best opening performance. Regarding his total test results since the beginning of the WTC cycle 2023–25, they have been comparatively lackluster for someone who is widely regarded as the standard by which excellence and consistency in tests are measured. Smith has scored only 718 runs at an average of 37.78 across 22 innings in 11 Tests played under the new cycle, with just one century and four fifties. His highest rating is 110.Usman Khawaja (916 runs in 11 matches at an average of 43.61), Zak Crawley of England (808 runs in nine matches at an average of 47.52), and most recently Yashasvi Jaiswal, the young opening sensation from India (971 runs in eight Tests at an average of 69.35), have all scored more runs than him, even though he is still the fourth-highest run scorer in the current cycle.Smith hasn't been able to sustain most of his excellent starts during this time, frequently faltering in his 30s and 40s or failing to reach a century without reaching a half-century. Additionally, Smith's strike rate over this entire period has been 50.42, which is less than his career strike rate of 53.54. His average has also suffered, dropping from 60.04 to 57.52 shortly after he hit the game-winning century against India in the ICC World Test Championship final.

Rishabh Pant looks unstoppable as he trains hard ahead of IPL 2024

"IPL 2024: In his most recent exercise video, Rishabh Pant is shown lifting weights while wearing an elevation training mask. Beginning on March 22, Pant will serve as the captain of the Delhi Capitals in the 17th IPL season. The recent Instagram post by India's top wicketkeeper-batter, Rishabh Pant, indicates that he is eager to return to competitive cricket. After missing the 16th season of the competition in year, Pant will be captain of the Delhi Capitals in the 2024 Indian Premier League. Pant's Instagram profile can serve as a source of motivation for anyone in need of inspiration or who wants to understand how to get back up after reaching their lowest point. Significant progress in his recuperation, about a year after Pant shared his first-ever Update: Following the vehicle collision, he has been spotted working out hard at the gym. It is anticipated that Pant will make his competitive comeback following the December 2022 automobile accident when he joins the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024), as head coach Ricky Ponting stated earlier in February. Pant will captain the Delhi Capitals in the 2024 Indian Premier League and play the first half of the season as a pure batter, according to comments made by co-owner Parth Jindal last week. "Barrio is at bat. He is sprinting. He has begun to take wickets. For the IPL, he should be totally recovered, according to Parth Jindal We will only use him as a hitter for the first seven games, and then we'll decide whether to use him for the remainder of the IPL based on how his body responds,"" he continued. Pant shared an Instagram photo of himself walking on crutches on February 10, 2023. A month later, he was seen making small progress toward being able to walk unassisted. Pant was able to walk independently without the need of crutches in May 2023. In June, Pant demonstrated how his ""never-say-die"" mentality enabled him to overcome obstacles by climbing stairs with ease. He had begun training at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru by July. From that point on The star player continued without pausing; he made great progress and didn't look back on his journey to rehabilitation. Pant was able to run effortlessly in 2024 and began practicing his batting and wicket-keeping techniques. ""Rishabh will lead from match one, and I am expecting him to participate in the IPL. Pant worked out with a lot more intensity on Tuesday, February 27, doing both strength training and heavy lifting. Pant appeared to need less assistance this time, as his hand movements and lifts appeared much more fluid. Seeing Pant with an elevation training mask during his most recent exercise video was something unique. The mask promised to replicate the advantages of training at altitude."

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Ranji Trophy: Makeshift opener Hardik Tamore’s ton against Baroda makes Mumbai almost certain of semis spot

"Although Bashir had no first-class experience prior to this series, two months ago Ben Stokes managed to come upon a video of Bashir bowling to Alastair Cook on Twitter. Day 2 saw young Shoaib Bashir shine with his off-spin. The bowler's cunning and ball revs deceived the Indian batting order. Speaking following Day's play, Joe Root, his teammate, disclosed that he had not previously witnessed much of Bashir bowling. ""It was great to see him keep coming at the batters. I hadn't seen much of him (Bashir) before this series but he is a great character and has a sense of humor,"" Root remarked following the game. The fact that the first question posed to centurion Joe Root during the post-match media briefing following the second day of play in this fourth India-England Test was about the 20-year-old off-spinner is a good indicator of how good Shoaib Bashir was. The seasoned player Root, who spared England's blushes on the opening day, was all praise for Bashir, who held India to four wickets (four for 84) in just his second Test match. "Since joining the squad, he has performed exceptionally well,"" stated Root. ""His bowling style provides a useful window into his personality and temperament. He's hilarious and a little cheeky. He obviously possesses a great deal of skill in what he does. Bowling 31 of his 32 overs in a row, Bashir Eighteen of those were in tandem with Tom Hartley, the left-arm spinner (two for 47). The fact that the first question posed to centurion Joe Root during the post-match media briefing following the second day of play in this fourth India-England Test was about the 20-year-old off-spinner is a good indicator of how good Shoaib Bashir was. The seasoned player Root, who spared England's blushes on the opening day, was all praise for Bashir, who held India to four wickets (four for 84) in just his second Test match. ""Since joining the squad, he has performed exceptionally well,"" stated Root. ""His bowling style provides a useful window into his personality and temperament. He's hilarious and a little cheeky. "

After Shoaib Bashir picks four wickets in 4th IND vs ENG Test, Joe Root reveals he hadn’t seen much of him play

"Although Bashir had no first-class experience prior to this series, two months ago Ben Stokes managed to come upon a video of Bashir bowling to Alastair Cook on Twitter. Day 2 saw young Shoaib Bashir shine with his off-spin. The bowler's cunning and ball revs deceived the Indian batting order. Speaking following Day's play, Joe Root, his teammate, disclosed that he had not previously witnessed much of Bashir bowling. ""It was great to see him keep coming at the batters. I hadn't seen much of him (Bashir) before this series but he is a great character and has a sense of humor,"" Root remarked following the game. The fact that the first question posed to centurion Joe Root during the post-match media briefing following the second day of play in this fourth India-England Test was about the 20-year-old off-spinner is a good indicator of how good Shoaib Bashir was. The seasoned player Root, who spared England's blushes on the opening day, was all praise for Bashir, who held India to four wickets (four for 84) in just his second Test match. "Since joining the squad, he has performed exceptionally well,"" stated Root. ""His bowling style provides a useful window into his personality and temperament. He's hilarious and a little cheeky. He obviously possesses a great deal of skill in what he does. Bowling 31 of his 32 overs in a row, Bashir Eighteen of those were in tandem with Tom Hartley, the left-arm spinner (two for 47). The fact that the first question posed to centurion Joe Root during the post-match media briefing following the second day of play in this fourth India-England Test was about the 20-year-old off-spinner is a good indicator of how good Shoaib Bashir was. The seasoned player Root, who spared England's blushes on the opening day, was all praise for Bashir, who held India to four wickets (four for 84) in just his second Test match. ""Since joining the squad, he has performed exceptionally well,"" stated Root. ""His bowling style provides a useful window into his personality and temperament. He's hilarious and a little cheeky. "

Why Joe Root was right in dumping Bazball approach on difficult wicket in Ranchi

It appeared that England would lose this match until Joe Root, who had been made fun of and chastised for his immoral behaviour during the series, took charge of the proceedings. The day culminated in a 139-year-old genius batsman writing his own narrative for the game, after a debutant made his mark on the grand stage. Joe Root's display of traditional Test match batting captured the attention of the ragtag audience in the next two sessions, if Akash Deep's energy and experience captured their attention in the first. The match was trembling on a knife's edge as the day came to a finish, with bright brightness giving way to dark sky. The happier side will most likely be the visitors. A tally of 302/7 would have appeared like an impossibility from 112/5. The day culminated in a 139-year-old genius batsman writing his own narrative for the game, after a debutant made his mark on the grand stage. Joe Root's display of traditional Test match batting captured the attention of the ragtag audience in the next two sessions, if Akash Deep's energy and experience captured their attention in the first. The match was trembling on a knife's edge as the day came to a finish, with bright brightness giving way to dark sky.The happier side will most likely be the visitors. A tally of 302/7 would have appeared like an impossibility from 112/5. The match appeared to be another lost cause for England until Root, who had been chastised and criticized for his immoral behaviour this series, took charge of the proceedings. However, brilliance has a way of materializing out of thin air. The Root of Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, or Rajkot was not the Root on Friday. This was the batsman who conquered the globe and amazed you. No batsman has ever scored as many hundreds against India as Root did. This was the Root that India knew all too well and hoped would never return. That was not to be, though.This embodied everything. Root was a man in complete control of the circumstances and the situation, completely aware of the way forward, breathing calm and exhaling faith. He abandoned his Bazball persona and returned to the old grind. The ball he faced 108 times was the source of the single that gave him his half-century. It's the quantity of balls his colleagues typically hurl hundreds at a time. His 31st hundred, which was one of his best, was reached with a cover-driven four that was only his ninth of the day and came off his 219th ball. He was, in a sense, fighting the old and new him, the consistent and remarkable incarnations of himself. Ultimately, he defeated himself.But magnificent strokes were interspersed with even a subdued knock. The final cut off Akash Deep was the photo that best captured Root's range. When a ball veered into his body and hung back on the back foot in response to a hard-length ball, he just opened the face of his bat and guided the ball beyond first slip. He waited for the ball to reach him, appearing to defend or retreat. The impression he gives bowlers when he is in his element and not possessed by the improvisation bug is bewildered by the time he has at his disposal.In the event that England manages to win this match or the series, this would be comparable to Alastair Cook's century in Kolkata. Although he was in the dressing room, Root had observed the innings. Root, like Cook, intimidated them into making mistakes. India would become less competitive on the field. Easy runs and mishaps ensued.Root used an odd but successful technique. He shifted his feet in accordance with the line rather than the length, moving forward if the ball fell on the stumps and backward if it was outside the off-stump. It was an astute survival strategy designed to neutralize unequal bounce. Relying on the back foot does not provide any defense against balls thrown parallel to the stump that bounce low. However, he may lessen the chance of a leg before wicket by playing with the front foot and positioned a mile beyond the crease. The sluggish pitch would ensure the nick doesn't have the momentum to get to the fielders if the ball kicked up and took his edge. He had solid company from Ben Foakes, who put up a 113-run stand.

How Ollie Robinson, who has wickets of Virat Kohli and Babar Azam in his CV, can be England’s saviour at Ranchi

"Robinson would displace Mark Wood, a seamen, but his tools are different. Though far more controlled and capable of producing seam movement both into and away from the right-hander, he lacks the vicious quickness. Ollie Robinson, who takes Mark Wood's place for the Ranchi Test, looks like a good fit in the first photo that Google finds of him. His eyes are piercing and cold, and the tip of his hair is standing up as he turns around with his index finger firmly planted on his lips, signaling to a batsman—possibly the one he just dismissed—to shut talking. His heartfelt, frequently profane farewells are well known. After firing Usman Khawaja, he sent out a furious farewell that provoked Matthew Hayden to call him ""124 kph nothing "" Fox Sports, an Australian broadcaster, called Robinson the ""No. 1 Villain."" Usually, Robinson would stand up for himself and ask, ""If you can't handle that, what can you handle?"" ""I believe we've all witnessed Ricky Ponting and other Australians do the same to us, and just because the boot is on the other foot it's not received well,"" he would continue. Prior to that, he forced Virat Kohli to harness his former West Delhi motormouth tendencies during the series against India. But in his Wisden column, he would admit, ""I think in those big moments I sometimes forget where I am."" And I'm being watched by a thousand cameras! When I get a wicket, I usually don't say anything specific; it's just a big roar, or my eyes start to get a little wild. He reproduces the same bite and bark even in the nets. On Wednesday, he was going to drop a ton of bouncers on Ollie Pope; his goal was Jonny Bairstow's ribs. Batsmen would come and go, but he would continue to bowl with the same vigor. Once, an England support staff member had to beg him to release the ball so one of his spinners could get some practice. He would immediately pad up and storm into another set of nets to get some batting practice in. To put it briefly, he may be the much-needed boost of energy and intensity that England needs after a long day. Furthermore, he was forced to wait nearly a month for his upcoming break.During England's triumphant 2022 tour of Pakistan, he again achieved remarkable success on flat fields, dismissing Babar Azam twice in the Multan Test. It goes beyond just rewarding his patience with the selection call. His release point and height (6 feet 5) can be factors. India's suffering may have been mitigated by Stokes against strong bowlers like Kyle Jamieson and Marco Jansen."

Breaking barriers Jay Shah hails Indias first-ever female pitch curator

"WPL 2024: Jacintha Kalyan, the first female pitch curator in Indian history, was praised by Jay Shah, the secretary of the BCCI. She is in charge of maintaining the pitch at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru for the WPL 2024 matches. In summary, Jacintha Kalyan became the first female pitch curator in India. Jay Shah, the secretary of the BCCI, praised Jacintha for her groundbreaking accomplishment. In Bengaluru, Jacintha is in charge of pitch curation for WPL games. Jay Shah, the secretary of the BCCI, showered Jacintha Kalyan with accolades for becoming the first female pitch curator in India history. Jay Shah saw this achievement as a major turning point in the history of American sports. In addition to female cricket players, the WPL 2024 offered a female pitch curator the chance to defy gender stereotypes in a revolutionary accomplishment. After more than 30 years of involvement with the Karnataka State Cricket Association, Jacintha had the opportunity to become the first female pitch curator in the history of the Women's Premier League's second season. The legendary M Chinnaswamy Stadium is the host of the tournament's first leg. The field has performed admirably in the four games the stadium has already hosted, and the hitters have had a great time taking advantage of the short boundaries.""Jacintha Kalyan, the first female cricket pitch curator in our country, has made history for Indian cricket by being a trailblazing pioneer. Jacintha, who is in charge of pitch preparation for the first leg of the Women's Premier League in Bengaluru, epitomizes willpower and dedication shatter barriers. Jay Shah said 'X' in a tweet. "Jacintha's ground-breaking accomplishment demonstrates her dedication to and love for the sport. Her appointment to the position of pitch supervisor for the Women's Premier League represents a dramatic shift in the sport and illustrates how Indian cricket is changing. ""As we stand witness to the Women's Premier League commanding the spotlight, it's imperative to applaud not only the athletes gracing the field but also extraordinary individuals like Jacintha Kalyan, whose tireless efforts behind the scenes contribute immensely to the success of the game!"""

After the fourth test between IND and ENG, India maintains its advantage at the top.

After defeating England by five wickets in the fourth Test in Ranchi on Monday, India solidified their ranking as the top team in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023–25 points standings.With the defeat, England's percentage dropped even more to 19.44, maintaining their position in ninth place. Additionally, Ben Stokes' squad has lost 19 points due to sluggish turnover rates.After England versus India Fourth Test Live Cricket Score: IND vs. ENG Team India had an almost flawless day, dismissing England for just 145 after Day 3 thanks to a valiant knock from Dhruv Jurel (90). After that, India made a powerful and determined start led by Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal, who helped the team reach 40/0 against Stumps on Day 3 in an attempt to reach the 192-run mark. The team's bowling ability and bravery were on full show as they bowled England out for 145 runs in the second innings. It was clear that the ball was too unpredictable to defend against. With his brilliant bowling, Kuldeep Yadav changed the tide and quickly removed four wickets to end England's aspirations.defeating South Africa 2-0 in the series earlier in February, New Zealand is still at the top of the standings.Highlights of the Third Test between India and England: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma led India to 40/0 at Ranchi's stumps, needing 152 more to win. Earlier, in the third innings, India bowled England out for 145 runs. With five wickets in his impressive stint, Ashwin was bowling. Apart from him, Kuldeep Yadav also contributed four wickets. With 60 runs, Zack Crawley led England in scoring.Updates on India vs. England's score on the first day of the fourth test Day 1 of the 4th Test match between England and India ended with a score of 302, despite England being in serious difficulty at lunchtime, having lost half of their side with a score of 112. After Ben Foakes and Tom Hartley were removed by Mohammed Siraj in the final few overs of his innings, Ollie Robinson and Joe Root increased England's total. The Indian pacers and spinners had plenty of assistance from the Ranchi pitch, which made things tough for the visitors.At the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, Indian bowlers had a remarkable start to the session. They quickly removed three wickets in short succession from Ollie Pope, Zack Crawley, and Ben Duckett, preventing England from getting away with a high scoring pace. On his Test debut, Akash Deep had a dream debut, taking three wickets while dismissing two batsman in one over.Ben Stokes had the advantage earlier in the day on Friday at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, where he won the toss and chose to bat first. India makes just one change to the playing XI, with Akash Deep replacing Jasprit Bumrah, while England has already made two changes to their playing XI. India will win the series if they win this match against England, while England will be looking to bounce back from two consecutive losses.As is customary, India published their starting XI ahead of time on Thursday, making two alterations to the lineup: Rehan Ahmed and Mark Wood were left out.

In April, Pakistan will host a Twenty20 series against New Zealand in advance of the World Cup.

In April of this year, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will play host to a five-match T20 international series against New Zealand.A PCB representative indicated that negotiations were in progress with New Zealand Cricket (NZC) to finalize the rubber's dates and locations; nonetheless, the window of opportunity would be April 13–24.The official stated that since Karachi would be hosting a series between the women's teams of Pakistan and the West Indies at the same time, the series, which is being hosted in advance of this year's T20 World Cup, would likely be held in Lahore and Rawalpindi.In a five-match Twenty20 series that Pakistan played last month, New Zealand prevailed 4-1.Prior to the World Cup in June in the USA and the West Indies, the Pakistani side will play a series of Twenty20 matches against Afghanistan, New Zealand, and England following the Pakistan Super League.Briefly stated. In April of this year, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will play host to a five-match T20 international series against New Zealand. A PCB representative indicated that negotiations were in progress with New Zealand Cricket (NZC) to finalize the rubber's dates and locations; nonetheless, the window of opportunity would be April 13–24.A PCB representative indicated that negotiations were in progress with New Zealand Cricket (NZC) to finalize the rubber's dates and locations; nonetheless, the window of opportunity would be April 13–24. According to the official, the series is being held in advance of the T20 World... Visit Deccan Herald.com/Sports/Cricket/Pakistan-to-Host-T20-Series-Against-New-Zealand-in-April-As-Preparation-for-World-Cup-2908582 for additional information.In a five-match Twenty20 series that Pakistan played last month, New Zealand prevailed 4-1. Prior to the World Cup in June, the Pakistani side will play a series of Twenty20 matches against Afghanistan, New Zealand, and England following the Pakistan Super League. Visit Deccan Herald.com/Sports/Cricket/Pakistan-to-Host-T20-Series-Against-New-Zealand-in-April-As-Preparation-for-World-Cup-2908582 for additional information.

Akash Deep dedicates Test debut success to late father

"India speed bowler Akash Deep said he is glad to have fulfilled his father's aim of ""becoming something in life"" after dedicating his incredible three-wicket burst on Test debut to him. His father passed away in 2015. In less than six months, cricketer Akash Deep lost his older brother while being transported to a Varanasi hospital after his father Ramji Singh passed away from paralysis. NEW DELHI: Akash Deep, an India speed bowler, made.In the heyday of his career, pacer Akash Deep made the decision to go back in time. He would close the day talking about the times when his cricket career was failing, on a day that had begun with him taking three wickets against England in his opening six overs in a Test match. Akash would remember the year 2015. His path hasn't been without difficulties, either. The 27-year-old had to give up cricket for three years after the tragic losses of both his father and brother in the span of six months. But today, surrounded by his mother and sisters, he proudly stood in Ranchi to demonstrate his extraordinary skill to the world. ""My father is the reason behind my debut."" It was his goal that I accomplish something worthwhile in life, yet I was unable to accomplish anything during his lifetime. Akash Deep dedicated his successful appearance in Ranchi to his late father, saying, ""So, I dedicate this performance and debut to him."" After making a false start, the hitter struck out Zak Crawley on a no-ball. But he made quick work of fixing his errors. Crawley, Ben Duckett, and Ollie Pope were sent back to India so they could get off to a flying start. The pacer also discussed his debut during the press conference. ""It was very emotional for me,"" he stated. In a year, I lost both my father and brother. My family has been a major part of my difficult path. Before making his debut, the pacer reflected, ""Mere paas khone ko kuch nahi tha, paane ko bahut kuch tha"" (I didn't have anything to lose, but had everything to gain)."

IPL 2024 Schedule announced Timings, venues, squads, live streaming and all you need to know about 17th season of IPL

"IPL 2024 Schedule: The season's opening game will pit Royal Challengers Bangalore against the reigning champions, Chennai Super Kings. IPL 2024 Schedule in Full: According to the official schedule announcement, the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024) will begin action on March 22 in Chennai. However, because the T20 extravaganza coincides with the impending general elections, only the first 21 matches—which stretch over 15 days—were revealed on Thursday. Following the election commission's announcement of the Lok Sabha election date, the remaining schedule will be made public. In the opening game of the season, Royal Challengers Bangalore will play the reigning champion Chennai Super Kings. Seventy league games in all and the two qualifiers, the elimination round, and the championship game will be among the four playoff games. Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kolkata Knight Riders, Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Lucknow Super Giants are the ten IPL teams for 2024. Take a look at the schedule that follows: March 22: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Chennai Super Kings, MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, 8 p.m. Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali, hosts the Punjab Kings vs. Delhi Capitals match on March 23 at 3:30 PM. On March 23, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the Kolkata Knight Riders take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (7.30 PM) Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur will host the Rajasthan Royals vs. Lucknow Super Giants on March 24 at 7:30 PM. Mar. 24: Mumbai Indians vs. Gujarat Titans, 7.30 p.m., Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad Mar. 25: Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore, M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, 7:30 p.m. Mar. 26: Gujarat Titans against. Chennai Super Kings, 7.30 PM, MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai Mar. 27: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad will host Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Mumbai Indians (7.30 PM) March 30: 7.30 PM match between the Lucknow Super Giants and the Punjab Kings at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow March 31: Gujarat Titans at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad against Sunrisers Hyderabad (3.30 PM) 28 March: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur; Rajasthan Royals vs. Delhi Capitals, 7:30 PM Mar. 29: Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium will host the Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Kolkata Knight Riders (7.30 PM) match. March 31: Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy Stadium vs. Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals Visakhapatnam's ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium (7.30 PM) April 1: 7.30 PM Mumbai Indians vs. Rajasthan Royals at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai April2: 7.30 PM match between the Royal Challengers Bangalore and the Lucknow Super Giants at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru April 3: Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy Stadium vs. Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Capitals Visakhapatnam's ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium (7.30 PM) April 4: 7.30 PM game between Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad April 5: 7.30 PM, Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad; Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Chennai Super Kings Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Rajasthan Royals vs. Royal Challengers, Bangalore, April 6 (7.30 PM) April 7: 3.30 PM, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India vs. Delhi Capitals April 7: Gujarat Titans vs. Lucknow Super Giants, 7.30 PM, Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow"