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The science underlying Hardik Pandya's trademark no-look sixes and his bent bat
When Hardik Pandya knocks his signature no-look sixes, he does so with a casual demeanor; his timing, skill, and power make it appear effortless. His front-curved bat, a novel invention that has been around for a while but has mostly gone unnoticed, helps the star clear the rope.The groundbreaking "bat tweak" started in the 1990s when Sachin Tendulkar asked his bat manufacturer a question. He had seen that after a while of use, his bats would have a wonderful sweet spot—the wood would get compressed, giving the willow a "good dent." Tendulkar said, "Is it possible to have a readymade sweet spot?" The bats were no longer flat as a cutting board, and the response was "yes." They were convex as well.Hardik is a leading contender in the arms battle among six-hitters thanks to his abilities, conditioning, and bat. His bat has about 200 percent more curve than the competition, according to Sanspareils Greenlands (SG), a manufacturer based in Meerut.Hardik has two requirements: the ball must strike the sweet point of the curve and take off at the exact angle that will allow it to travel the furthest. As an SG engineer notes, it's all about the physics. The ball must take off from the bat at a 45-degree angle in order for its trajectory to form a perfect parabola in the air and travel the farthest. The batsman has a better chance of obtaining the perfect angle when the willow is bent.The throwing wedge on golf clubs has an angle that provides elevation. With the curve's assistance, we were able to provide an excellent angle. When struck with the proper force at a 45-degree angle, it travels over 90 meters. Here, that is the science. The ball is lofted by the curve. Anand remarked, "Hardik worked that out."To illustrate the workings of their Arc series bat, the SG engineers draw schematics on their notebooks and use 3D animation on their laptops. Few are longtime employees who have worked at the company for more than ten years and are unwilling to be identified. They are assets that the business cannot afford to lose or identify in a highly competitive market. One may comprehend why T20 cricket has turned into a batsman's game just listening to them. They discuss how the bat's surface lengthens and the sweet spot enlarges as the curve's degree increases.In comparison to a flat bat, a bat with a longitudinal curve has a longer surface if you measure along the curve, such as with a string. The sweet spot or high-performing zone expands as a result of this increased surface area. This implies that even with imperfect timing, the bat has more "forgiving space" to hit the ball accurately. According to a mechanical engineer who serves as Hardik's sounding board, "curving the bat helps increase the area where you get powerful, clean shots."
Published 15 May 2025 03:31 PM
Axar Patel leads DC to a decisive victory over Rishabh Pant's LSG on a night that contrasts for the captains.
Returning to Lucknow for the first time since his unsatisfactory dismissal from the team, KL Rahul ended the game with a spectacular six to go undefeated in a run-chase with a 42-ball 57.On a night full of stories at Lucknow's Ekana Stadium, the Delhi Capitals won by 8 wickets in a 160-run chase, solidifying their status as this season's title contenders. KL Rahul, who is making his first appearance in Lucknow after his unsatisfactory dismissal from the team, ended the game with a spectacular six to go undefeated in a run chase with a 42-ball 57. In the twelfth over of their respective innings, LSG and DC both lost their second wicket. Axar Patel entered when a composed Abishek Porel collapsed. At this point, DC was only under a little pressure to take a few wickets, but it might have grown complicated because new batters take time to get comfortable. With two sixes over the midwicket zone, his favorite hit against spin, Axar took out Ravi Bishnoi in the very next over after Avesh Khan had dismissed him after four dot balls.In the following over, facing Avesh once more after being outscored by a few deliveries, he decided to take a chance and hit a four to try to clear the fielder at mid-off. The most impressive stroke came from Shardul Thakur, who took up a not-so-short ball with the weight still on his backfoot and sent it over long on for a six.
Published 23 Apr 2025 08:56 PM
Greatness of Virat Kohli Has Been Reduced": Harbhajan Singhs Huge IPL 2024 Warning
The MA Chidambaram Stadium in this city continues to be a peak that the Royal Challengers Bangalore hitter has yet to reach for the relentless run machine that is Virat Kohli. Kohli has amassed 7263 runs from 237 matches, seven hundreds, and a strike average of 130, setting him apart from the other players in the IPL. However, at the Chepauk, where he averages just thirty and has a strike-rate of eleven1, that dominance wanes. In light of this, former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh stated that Kohli must put up a stronger effort when RCB takes on the reigning champion Chennai Super Kings in the opening IPL game of the season on March 22 at the Chepauk.In terms of his overall performance at that location, Virat's greatness has diminished. It's a challenging place to bat, particularly when you're the opening batsman up against a strange bounce similar to a tennis ball.The legendary Ravindra Jadeja bowls stump to stump for them (CSK). He's going to turn the oddball, then make it stay low. It's quite difficult," Harbhajan stated to Star Sports. In fact, Harbhajan stated that Kohli will need to find a way to bat longer because the star batsman has been out of the game three times in his last five innings against CSK due to Power Plays.A match-winning performance is possible if he is truly ready to bat for roughly 20 overs, as two hundreds at the easily accessible Chinnaswamy do not always translate to the same at Chepauk "said the man. Kohli has a mediocre record against the Super Kings and has yet to score an IPL century at Chepauk. In 30 games, the 35-year-old has amassed 985 runs against CSK, with a career-high of 90.The former CSK player Harbhajan stated that in order for RCB to have a genuine chance of winning the elusive IPL title, Kohli needed to get back to his 2016 form. "It is crucial that he has a season similar to 2016 because the team will advance if Virat continues to score runs. I'm not sure if they'll end up winning the cup. "But I think they have a lot of good batting because of the brilliant players they have on the team, including Virat, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, and a few others like Patidar. and everybody hopes Virat can repeat his success from 2016," he continued.
Published 11 Mar 2024 06:20 PM
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.
Published 10 Mar 2024 07:18 PM
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Indian player sent to London for treatment; uncertain for Englands fifth test
Star batsman for the Indian cricket team, KL Rahul, has been sidelined by injury for the last three Test matches in the current series against England. Cricbuzz reports that he may miss the final match in Dharamsala. According to the report, Rahul's quadriceps injury from the first Test is still bothering him, so the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) sent him to London to get an expert opinion. Although Rahul was supposedly "90%" cleared to play in the third Test match, the National Cricket Academy (NCA) and team management made the decision to reevaluate the matter. Rahul was included in the India team for the series' final three games, but his availability will depend on how well he recovers. The five-match series is already 3-1 in favour of India, so the selectors might decide to give him more time to heal in anticipation of the T20 World Cup.On Monday, former captain Nasser Hussain stated that India's team, led by Rohit Sharma, deserved to win the Test series because of their superior skill set and mental toughness, and that England should not feel guilty about their defeat. After India defeated England by five wickets in the fourth and penultimate Test in Ranchi to take an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series, England suffered their first Test series defeat of the 'Bazball' era. "India deserve credit for the way they've played throughout the series, they have been without some star names...Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah in this one, Mohammed Shami, KL Rahul for most of the series and Rishabh Pant," Hussain said on Sky Sports."India has a long list of missing persons, but they continue to produce impressive performances. You have to give India credit for their mental toughness in winning another home series in addition to their skill."Their performance at home is simply outstanding.
Rohit Sharma chastises Sarfaraz Khan for this reason: Hero Nahi Banne Ka
The captain of the Indian cricket team, Rohit Sharma, chastised youngster Sarfaraz Khan for not donning a helmet on Sunday during Day 3 of the fourth Test match between India and England in Ranchi. In an attempt to exert pressure on the batter, Rohit wanted Sarfaraz to field at silly point with Shoaib Bashir at the crease, but the fielder assumed his position without a helmet. "Aye bhai, hero nahi banne ka (hey brother, don't be a hero here)" was Rohit's quick way of saying that he cannot field at such a dangerous position without a helmet. Play soon resumed, and the 12th man handed Sarfaraz a helmet. On the third day of the fourth Test, India bowled England out for 145, thanks to five wickets from Ravichandran Ashwin, setting up a 192-run chase to win the series. India needed another 152 runs to win the five-Test series and their third consecutive match after reaching 40-0 at stumping. Yashasvi Jaiswal was on 16 and skipper Rohit Sharma was undefeated on 24.Prior to this, England's top scorer, Zak Crawley, amassed a total of 60 runs, but the rest of the batting collapsed against India's spin attack, as Ashwin returned figures of 5-51 and Kuldeep Yadav 4-22. It was up to the bowlers to level the series and send it to a fifth-Test decider in Dharamsala after England lost wickets frequently to end their innings in the final session. After wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel struck 90 in the morning session to cut the hosts' deficit from 219-7 at the start of the day, India's bowlers performed their job.
To dismiss the England star, Kuldeep Yadav disregarded Rohit Sharmas advice about field placement.
On the third day of the ongoing fourth Test in Ranchi, Team India has turned the tide on England despite giving up a 46-run lead in the first innings. Ravichandran Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav caused havoc, upending England's batting order. After taking out Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, and Joe Root, Ashwin set the pace, and Kuldeep ignited an England batting collapse. The left-arm spinner dismissed a well-set Zak Crawley on the very next ball, defying India captain Rohit Sharma's advice. During a lengthy conversation between Kuldeep and Rohit in the 29th over of England's second innings, the latter suggested that it might be best if he brought the fielder in. Nevertheless, Kuldeep succeeded in persuading Rohit to keep the fielder on the boundary fence. The very next ball, he castled Crawley, so his ploy had paid off handsomely. Batting on sixty, Crawley was left perplexed when the ball turned back in and rattled his off-stump. Rohit gave Kuldeep a hug while grinning cheekily, acknowledging the player's intelligence.Day 3's final session saw India set a target of 192 runs after England was bowled out for 145 in their second innings thanks to the joint efforts of Ashwin (5/51) and Kuldeep (4/22). After tea, England resumed at 120/5, but they were unable to stop Kuldeep, who was taking wickets at a steady rate and harassing the batsmen of the visiting team. Following his crucial dismissals of Ben Stokes (4) and Zak Crawley (60) in the second session, Kuldeep removed Tom Hartley (7) and Ollie Robinson (0) in the third. Ashwin quickly claimed three wickets to aid India's recovery after the hosts gave up a 46-run lead in the first innings.Ashwin, the team's oldest bowler, came back into the attack to finish off his 35th five-for in Test cricket. He also surpassed former captain Anil Kumble in terms of most wickets taken for India at home in the format.
Standing guard at Ranchi airport is father of first tribal cricketer with an IPL contract
"With Dhoni serving as his coach, Robin Minz became a millionaire after the Gujarat Titans paid him Rs 3.60 crore; his father, Francis Xavier Minz, is a retired army veteran who works at the airport. Francis Xavier Minz is standing near the exit of the arrival hall of the Birsa Munda International Airport in Ranchi, observing every traveler entering and leaving the structure. He summarizes the nature of the work in a reflective manner, saying, ""I see everyone coming out of the airport, but hardly anyone notices me."" Why ought they to? I'm only one of several security guys here. He had just watched the Indian cricket team fly by him in their private jet a few hours earlier. Nobody knew who he was. Despite his admiration, he observed them as they pulled their kit bags along. But pride and gladness filled his heart. He hopes that one day his son Robin will be one of them. The 19-year-old batter, who became the first tribal player to secure an IPL contract, is already regarded as one of the league's million-dollar players after Gujarat Titans paid Rs 3.60 crore to win his signing in the previous few months' auction. Francis is aware of the difficult and protracted route to join the Indian team, though. He's only got begun. His name has almost become a household name. He states, ""Raasta abhi bhi lamba hain (the Indian team's route is still far off)."" Just suddenly, a few children come through the door. He halts and requests that they present their IDs, which he carefully looks over. Ensuring that no one who has left the airport re-enters without identification is my responsibility. You never know who might be holding a gun. "I would lose my job with just one mistake,"" he says. He says, ""I cannot be lax because my son is an IPL cricketer,"" as an afterthought. The family has greater financial security, of course, but you never know what the future holds. Many of my coworkers question me about why I still have to work. But, I assure them that I will continue working for as long as I feel employed and in good health,"" he declares. For as long as he can remember, Francis has been employed and making money. He worked odd jobs in his early teens to support the family in Telgaon, the village where he was born, in the Gumla district, before he enlisted in the Army around the turn of the century, right before the southern portion of Bihar was divided into Jharkhand. He claims, ""If I haven't earned something for myself, I don't get sleep."" He has been in the army for almost 20 years, serving in the 9 Bihar Regiment in state areas affected by the Naxalite movement. This has given him a strong sense of pride. He continues, ""Whatever has changed, it's only from the outside."" "
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma blessed with baby boy ‘Akaay’, share news on social media
"The couple announced the birth of their child, Akaay, on their individual Instagram accounts on February 15. On Tuesday, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli revealed they were now parents to a child. The couple announced the birth of their child, Akaay, on their individual Instagram accounts on February 15. The statement from Kohli and Anushka said, ""With boundless joy and our hearts full of love, we are pleased to inform everyone that on February 15th, we welcomed our baby boy Akaay and Vamika's little brother into this world."" Longtime Roya Challengers Bangalore teammate AB de Villiers revealed on his YouTube account earlier this month that he and Kohli were expecting their second child. De Villers presented passages from the books which he had traded with Kohli. ""I wanted to check in with you (sic) for a while now, biscuits,"" I wrote to him. How are you doing? ""I just need to be with my family right now,"" he remarked. I'm doing great. Indeed, he is expecting his second child. However, de Villiers would later admit, ""I made a terrible mistake at the same time, sharing false information, which was not true at all,"" in an interview with Dainik Bhaskar. In my opinion, Virat's family's needs come first. I can only hope for his well-being because nobody knows what's going on there."" The BCCI confirmed in a press statement last month that Kohli will miss the games in Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam ""citing personal reasons,"" in conjunction with the announcement of India's selection for the opening two of the five-Test series against England. The Indian cricket board announced in advance of the Rajkot Test that the former captain of India has withdrawn from the rest of the series, raising hopes for a return later in the series. For personal reasons, Virat Kohli will not be eligible for selection for the rest of the series. The BCCI said, ""The Board fully respects and supports Mr. Kohli's choice."
India seem to have the blueprint to crack England’s Bazball code – it’s 22-yard long
"The two senior players who crossed the Bazball Lakshman Rekha are accountable for England's crushing defeat in the third Test. At the conclusion of the third Test, the contest between India's Jamball and England's Bazball, as R Ashwin dubbed a video on his YouTube account, reached a turning point. Coach Rahul Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma appeared to have arrived with a plan to break the 22-yard Bazball code, as India led 2-1 following the record-breaking 434-run victory. Rajkot demonstrated that a paata, a track that excels in the last two days of competition, is the ideal counterbalance to England's aggressive Bazball style of play. According to those in the know, the Indian squad decided to forgo the turners because they were taking a calculated risk on how they would perform against this England team, not because of any ethical issues. After the third Test, though, Rohit Sharma would refute having anything to do with the pitches: ""We arrive at the location two days prior to the game, and we play whatever the curator has prepared."" He delivered the line with such a remarkable straight face that it's obvious why his acting in commercials has greatly improved recently. But Ashwin had given the explanation. ""That is how it is meant to work, to profit in the event that a fourth-inning scenario arises and the wicket degrades. They are playing high-risk cricket, and you would think that, as in Vizag, the luck of the draw would be on your side. additionally in Rajkot. The kind of surfaces India has been offering neutralize England's pacer Mark Wood, who can hit over 140 kph, lessen the impact of England's rookie spinners Tom Hartley and the adolescent Rehan Ahmed, and leave James Anderson with too much work. In the first Test in Hyderabad, the ball spun much earlier; in the second Test in Vizag, it started later; and in the third Test in Rajkot, it spun quite late. The story isn't told by Sarfaraz Khan's second-inning strikeouts or Yashasvi Jaiswal, but rather by the complete ease with which Kuldeep Yadav, the nightwatchman, batted on the the fourth morning. Making fun of Bazball's ego It also pokes fun at the conceit that permeates the Bazball cult, which England's batters are members of. Ashwin would respond, ""We played four and a half sessions; [if] they want to get it done in two, so be it."" The tracks enable England's batsmen to use their flamboyant style to good advantage. For example, it is much harder to imagine opener Ben Duckett's devastating slog-sweeps to the cow corner coming off when there is no chance of a top-edge on a turner where the ball bounces and breaks. It has given England's batters such confidence that they have overcome the Lakshman Rekha of self-destruction and reasonable aggression."
Pakistani legend Shahid Afridi "cannot comprehend" Haris Raufs struggles in the bowling alley
Shahid Afridi, the former captain of Pakistan, expressed worry about out-of-favour speedster Haris Rauf's ball-handling struggles over the last few months and suggested that he get the right advice. Rauf started his run of bad form during the World Cup last year, taking 16 wickets in 9 matches, but he also gave up runs all through the tournament. After bowling 49 overs, he gave up 346 runs. He continued on to play in the Big Bash League, skipping Pakistan's Test tour of Australia. During Pakistan's recent 4-1 T20I series loss against New Zealand, he made his comeback to the team. In four games, he took seven wickets while giving up 162 runs. Concerning Rauf's form, Afridi said he didn't know why the 30-year-old had been having trouble with his bowling. I'm not sure why, but it seems like Haris Rauf is having trouble with his bowling right now. He needs sincere assistance right now, and we shouldn't totally ignore him, so seniors' advice is vital," Afridi stated in an interview with a local news station, as cited by Geo News. Rauf's potential and his prior contributions, which led to 'great success' for the Pakistan team, were recognized by Afridi.He has represented Pakistan with some outstanding performances. That boy's longer-format cricketing career will only get better. He will naturally get better at bowling when he plays four-day cricket, but for now, Afridi said, he needs our help. Although the Asian giants showed flashes of brilliance, they ultimately lost the series 3-0. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) terminated Rauf's contract last week after he refused to play in the Test series against Australia.The PCB said in a statement that Haris' central contract is set to expire on December 1, 2023, and that no NOC (no objection certificate) will be granted to play in any foreign league until June 30, 2024. The statement claims that on January 30, the PCB management gave Rauf the opportunity for a personal hearing in accordance with the principles of natural justice, and his response was deemed inadequate. For Pakistan, Rauf has participated in one Test, 37 ODIs, and 66 T20Is. He has amassed 160 wickets in international cricket.
At the Womens Premier League Opening Ceremony, Shah Rukh Khan will perform.
When superstar Shah Rukh Khan prepares to perform at the Women's Premier League (WPL) opening ceremony for the second season, fans can't contain their excitement. There will be a star-studded opening ceremony for the second season of WPL. The King Khan was selected to be a star performer at the WPL opening ceremony, the WPL social media team announced on Wednesday. "Get ready, everyone—@iamsrk will be the one celebrating Cricket ka Queendom! A post on the WPL's X handle said, "Watch the #TATAWPL 2024 Opening Ceremony on @JioCinema& @Sports18LIVE from the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru." At the opening ceremony, Tiger Shroff, Varun Dhawan, Shahid Kapoor, and Kartik Aaryan will all perform in addition to Shah Rukh Khan. The Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians, the WPL's finalists from the previous season, will play in the opening game of the second season on February 23 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The competition, which is being held in Bengaluru and Delhi, will run until March 17. The eliminator is scheduled for March 15 and the summit match is scheduled for March 17 in New Delhi. Bengaluru and Delhi will host the upcoming edition. Every game will begin at 7:30 p.m.The inaugural event took place in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai in March 2023. This time, fans across India can expect a double dose of cricket fever as two energetic cities take center stage. The five teams vying for the coveted trophy are the UP Warriorz, Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. They are all eager to put in their best effort. The top three teams from the league stage will advance to the playoffs in the WPL's 2024 season, which will have the same format as the year before. The top team in the league standings will advance directly to the championship game, with the second and third-place teams playing in the Eliminator on March 15. The Mumbai Indians, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur of India, defeated Meg Lanning's Delhi Capitals by a margin of 7 wickets to win the inaugural season.
Ravindra Jadeja: The Party of Guilt
In the third Test match between India and England, Sarfarz Khan's run-out blunder with Ravindra Jadeja caused quite a stir. Sarfaraz Khan appeared to be going for a big score during his fast-paced innings when the terrible mix-up with Ravindra Jadeja occurred. By that point, Safaraz Khan had amassed a 48-ball half-century, which was the second-fastest score ever achieved by an Indian Test debutant since independence. But just when it appeared as though Sarfaraz Khan would score heavily, he was run out. AB de Villiers has now shared his thoughts on the matter. "Sarfaraz gets about sixty, but Jaddu unfortunately runs him out." Jaddu was undoubtedly at fault in this case, but his body language when he received his 100 right away showed disappointment. He was disappointed that he had run the young man out, but he celebrated in a very composed manner thereafter. "It was fantastic to witness an accomplished athlete accept accountability and nearly display regret on the field," de Villiers posted on his YouTube channel. "Sarfaraz had to walk off at 62, his first-ever Test match."Opening up about his dismissal at the end of the day's play was Sarfaraz Khan. Miscommunication happens occasionally and is expected in the game. You run out of things sometimes. In the post-match press conference, Sarfaraz Khan stated, "These kinds of things happen." Sarfaraz Khan went on to say that Ravindra Jadeja supported him during his entire innings. "We had a conversation during lunch. I'm the kind of batter who enjoys discussing current events with the bat. I told Jadeja to stay in conversation with me while I batted. He talked to me at lunchtime and gave me a lot of support today," Sarfaraz Khan remarked.He explained to me how debutants experience their feelings as well as his own. I admit that I was a little anxious, especially after I blew my first sweep. However, he assured me that it would be simple if I took my time. I tried putting what he had told me into practice." Sarfaraz responded to Jadeja's remarks during the run-out by saying, "He said there was a bit of miscommunication, but I said it's okay."
Before the T20Is against New Zealand, Mitchell Marsh discloses Australias starting lineup.
Mitchell Marsh, the captain of Australia's Twenty20 cricket team, disclosed the team's order of preference before the T20I series against New Zealand. According to Marsh, the top three spots are "pretty much set," with Travis Head and David Warner starting the inning and him at third base. The aforementioned trio has proven to be exceptionally cooperative and productive in past years, so there is minimal room for doubt about their roles in the forthcoming World Cup. Australia's top order looks well established ahead of the World Cup in June, especially in light of Glenn Maxwell's recent success at number four, which included a memorable 120 from 55 balls against the West Indies, and Tim David's consistent efforts at six in the same T20I campaign. When asked about his team's plans, Marsh acknowledged that "our top order is pretty set," but he also said that few of the 15-man New Zealand squad are expected to play all three matches over the next six days, and he gave no clues when asked about the likely middle-order lineup. He did not, however, disclose Steve Smith's role. We'll reveal our team during the toss, so you'll have to find out. We're here to win the series, but there will be some guys who will likely bat in different positions than they have in the past. I'll be there right away because I've batted three for the past eighteen months. I daresay that will be the top three, and obviously Heady and Davey Warner have been fantastic for us lately," the 32-year-old was cited by cricket.com.au. Marsh believes that Australia will always be able to attack because of their depth in the bat. "I found our batting performance to be quite impressive, as we were able to maintain our momentum throughout." Although there were times when we lost early wickets, one of the things I want from us is to always trust in our skill. He went on, "That may look ugly at times, but I think we've got a team that can really apply pressure with the bat and bat all the way down to eight or nine."A two-match Test series that begins on February 29 will take place after the series, which runs from February 21 to 25. Prior to the highly anticipated T20 World Cup, which will be held in the West Indies and the United States of America, this will be Australia's final bilateral series.
Yashasvi Jaiswal: "Rohit Sharma, Ravindra Jadejas Batting Motivated Me." Following the Second Double Ton
Star opener Yashasvi Jaiswal of India said he was inspired to perform better by the way veteran players Ravindra Jadeja and Rohit Sharma performed in the first innings of their match against England. Mark Wood removed Jaiswal for a score of ten in the third Test between the two titans of cricket in Rajkot. India's innings was then propelled to an incredible total of 445 by captain Rohit and seasoned all-rounder Jadeja. India took the lead thanks to 131 runs from Rohit and his fourth Test century from Jadeja. Having watched the spectacle from the dressing room, Jaiswal was fired up to score heavily in the second half. I was greatly inspired by the way that Jaddu and Rohit bhai performed in the first innings. Because of their fervor, their conversations, and their resolve to play each game session by session, Jaiswal stated as cited by ICC, "I kept thinking that when I go there, I have to make it count" while in the dressing room. "The way they were talking about the game, the way they motivated us, I think it's incredible to see them putting a lot of effort," Jaiswal said.Jaiswal amassed 214* runs in an undefeated innings that featured 12 sixes and 14 fours. With the help of six boundaries and three sixes, Sarfaraz Khan scored an undefeated 68* runs, contributing to an unbeaten partnership of 172 runs between them. The 22-year-old said, "In India, as you grow up, you work really hard for everything." He then gave some reflections on his journey and the value of hard work. You have to put in a lot of effort even just to board the bus. Since I was a young child, I have worked extremely hard to get to the train, auto, and everything else. I know how important every minute is, which is why I work."My main motivation for playing for my country is that, so I just make sure to give it everything I've got whenever I go, then have fun. Being a cricket player, I always follow my feelings. I perform well some times and poorly other times. I think it's amazing and I'm really enjoying it the way they come and the way they talk about cricket and everything else," he continued.
Meg Lanning,I Don Like the Word Retirement
Meg Lanning, a former captain of Australia, is content to be in her "quiet" space and pursue her passion for franchise-based cricket worldwide, including the Women's Premier League, even though she dislikes the word "retirement". In November of last year, Lanning—who has amassed 3405 runs in 132 T20I matches—announced her retirement from international cricket. Last year, she capably guided the Delhi Capitals in the first-ever WPL, finishing as the competition's top scorer with 345 runs from nine games. In the championship match, the Mumbai Indians defeated the Capitals by a seven-wicket margin. The 31-year-old batter stated in a DC press release, "I don't like the word retirement, but it's been nice to be a little bit quiet, spend time at home, and play some cricket here and there." "I still love playing, and I've been looking forward to the WPL, so really excited and hopefully can help Delhi win the title this year." Lanning, who joined the team over the weekend and had her first training session with DC in Bengaluru, talked highly of the first WPL season and expressed her hope that the next one would be even better. "Getting outside and taking a little romp around is pleasant. Everyone appears to be in excellent shape. Everyone has made a lot of progress, and I'm really looking forward to what we can create this year," she remarked.That was a great time last year. I'm excited to bat first this year again with Shafali (Varma), as it was a lot of fun last time.We all got along well as a group, I believe. We seemed to be able to come together as a group, which made it easy and enjoyable to hang out both on and off the field. This year will probably be pretty much the same." DC will play the reigning champions in the opening game of the 2024 WPL season.
Ashwin became the second Indian bowler to take 500 Test wickets
"Ashwin is the world's only third off-spinner to do this. Rajkot: In the current third Test against England, veteran bowler Ravichandran Ashwin became the second Indian bowler to 500 Test wickets. This feat was previously accomplished by former captain Anil Kumble. Ashwin is the world's third off-spinner to accomplish this. After Kumble, he is also India's second-most successful Test bowler. Kumble has amassed 619 wickets in Test cricket. On the second day of the third Test, the 37-year-old Ashwin accomplished the feat. To accomplish this, they only needed to take one wicket. When Zach Crowley, the England opener, attempted to sweep his delivery, he was flung into the air, and Rajat Patidar made a simple catch at short leg. Prior to Ashwin, only two off-spinners have accomplished this feat: Australia's Nathan Lyon (517 wickets) and Sri Lanka's renowned Muttiah Muralitharan (800). In Test cricket, Ashwin is the ninth bowler in the world to reach 500 wickets. In his 98th Test match, 2011 debutant Ashwin accomplished this feat. Before switching to off-spin, Ashwin, a Chennai-born engineering graduate, began as a batsman and attempted his hand at medium-fast bowling. He was compelled to spin bowl because of a back ailment at a young age. India lost five runs as a result of the batters racing around the field. Rajkot: During the third Test match against England, India was fined five runs for running into the middle of the pitch twice. England began their first innings with five runs for no wicket as a result. India was reprimanded by all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin for sprinting across the middle of the pitch. Joel Wilson, the field umpire, chastised Ashwin as well. Wilson and Ashwin were observed negotiating for Wilson to rush into the middle of the pitch on the second day of play, following the third ball of the 102nd over of the Indian innings. Earlier in the play on the first day, Ravindra Jadeja also done this. MCC According to Rule 41.14.1 of the United States, unfair play is ""deliberate damage to the pitch which is unreasonable or avoidable."" As per the regulations, the umpire shall be deemed to be the reason if he believes that his presence on the pitch is unreasonable. The rule states that a team will be given a ""first and last warning"" that is valid for the duration of the inning. The batting team will be punished five runs if any player on the squad does this during the innings. "
Interview with India hockey coach Craig Fulton Although we are not yet the greatest team in the world, we are capable of doing something exceptional.
Craig Fulton discusses his attempts to learn about the nation's culture, getting ready for the Olympics, why he enlisted Paddy Upton's assistance, and if he plans to visit Paris in an interview with The Indian Express.Craig Fulton, the head coach of the Indian men's hockey team, plays golf on the weekends. Every minute of the weekdays is also devoted to planning the route to the podium at the July–August Olympics in Paris.The South African, who helped Belgium and Ireland flourish, is now responsible for making sure India's growth narrative doesn't end after the team took home the bronze at the Tokyo Olympics.Fulton discusses his attempts to comprehend the nation's culture, including the caste system, in an interview with The Indian Express. He also explains why he brought in renowned sports psychologist Paddy Upton, who will travel with the team to the Olympics, altering India's playing philosophy and putting the finishing touches on Paris preparations by participating in test series in Australia and the Netherlands.We had a casual session one week after my arrival. I was interested in learning about the backgrounds and unique stories of each player. We then displayed a map, and they showed me their origins. We then began to connect the dots between the various locations of the players, and we found that there are distinct settings with isolated pockets and a large central block where most of the players are from yet speak different languages and dialects. I was forced to take this action because I was ignorant of the influences and the backgrounds of individuals involved. Gain an understanding of the caste system, including its internal workings and what it looks like. Just gathering information. Therefore, I believe the outcome would have been different if the game (against Australia) had been played in an empty stadium. We're attempting to play faster and tougher, therefore we're interested in what happens to the players, what's required of them, and what emotional choice they make next. When we enter the opposing team's half, what happens to our expectations? It passes through the ceiling. That explains why the spectacle is so exquisite. However, how does it help you if another team works on that and you're out of control in that area? Nothing to detract from the players' abilities or the supporters' fervor.2012: India came in 12th place. August 8, 2016. So, the 12th, 8th, and 3rd are our destinations. What is everyone anticipating now? For what number of years did that take? We are currently in a twelve-year cycle. The fact that 13 or 14 members of the team that competed in the Tokyo Olympics are still with us is the only true similarity I can find between Tokyo and our current situation. As you move into a new block, you are keeping more players. However, you also compare the people in the top 3 or top 4 in the same way. They also possess more. Everyone therefore does more during the Olympic year. It's a fantastic task.In my opinion, how can one support the Indian squad without elevating them beyond the rest? They are not the greatest squad in the world right now, but they have the ability to accomplish something exceptional. We haven't arrived yet. We are aware of who and where we are. We are aware of our differences from other teams. However, I also wish you well if you consider Australia to be rated sixth in the world.
IND vs ENG Ravindra Jadeja apologizes to Sarfaraz Khan after run-out incident
"With his innings progressing quickly—he reached his first half century in just 48 balls—Sarfaraz's desire to stay in the middle was cut short when he miscommunicated with Jadeja. On Thursday, Ravindra Jadeja expressed his regret to teammate Sarfaraz Khan for unintentionally running him out during the first day of the third Test match between India and England in Rajkot. With his innings progressing quickly—he reached his first half century in just 48 balls—Sarfaraz's desire to stay in the middle was cut short when he miscommunicated with Jadeja. The episode also prompted Indian captain Rohit Sharma's enraged response in the locker room, as the 36-year-old was seen by the television cameras discarding his a cap following the run out. Following the game, Jadeja apologised to Sarfaraz on Instagram for the confusion. I'm sorry about Sarfaraz Khan. I made the incorrect call. The seasoned all-around player said, ""Well played,"" on his Instagram story. In the press conference following the game, Sarfaraz had already mentioned the occurrence, stating that incidents like these are normal parts of the sport. ""He entered the changing room and said, 'There was a slight miscommunication, so it happened.'"" ""Ye hota rehta hai,"" I said to him. It's all part of the fun,"" Sarfaraz remarked. Following India's defeat, Sarfaraz produced a counterattack, pickpocketing nine fours and one maximum in his debut innings for the whites then added an 87-run partnership with Jadeja after that. In Rajkot earlier, India had won the toss and chosen to bat first. Nevertheless, the hosts lost three wickets in the opening session and were 33/3 when Jadeja entered the field in place of captain Rohit Sharma. The day's two centurions then combined for a 204-run partnership for the fourth wicket. India finished the day with 326 runs scored and Jadeja undefeated at 110, despite losing five wickets. Kuldeep Yadav had just begun his innings, while Dhruv Jurel, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Axar Patel were still to come."
MS Dhoni Refused Crores Of Rupees Contract Bat Manufacturer Shares Stunning Tale
"Using BAS bats in his early career, MS Dhoni gave up contracts worth millions of rupees to show his appreciation to the manufacturer who had supported him in the beginning. One of the all-time greats in cricket, MS Dhoni is a genuine legend of the sport, respected as much for his contributions off the pitch as for his character. The wicket-keeper batsman has begun training ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season, despite the fact that he is no longer an international player. Although supporters were happy to see Dhoni return to cricket, his bat sticker garnered media attention. By including the name of his old friend's store on the sticker on his bat, Dhoni showed his appreciation for the man and received a lot of several accolades. However, it wasn't the first time Dhoni had shown kindness to a stranger. The batsman from Ranchi, who was born in India, used a bat made by BAS in the early years of his career. This is not the first tale that has surfaced on social media. The proprietor of BAS, Mr. Somi Kohli, disclosed in a social media video how Dhoni turned down a lucrative contract in exchange for a bat manufacturer's sticker as recompense for the assistance he received in his formative cricketing years. ""Dhoni made no mention of cash. ""Put your stickers on my bats and send them across,"" was all he said. 'You're letting go of such a valuable contract,' I attempted to persuade him. He declined to accept millions of rupees value of the agreement. I asked for his mother, father, and wife, Sakshi. even shared with Paramjit from Ranchi and his CA. The day before the World Cup, they all went to his house. 'No, it's my decision,' he said,"" Mr. Kohli stated in a video posted on the Sports Launchpad YouTube channel. Recently, a photo of Dhoni playing in the nets with a ""Prime Sports"" bat went viral on social media. The former captain of India took this action as a way to repay his friend, the proprietor of the nearby sports store. Even the illustrious Adam Gilchrist discussed Dhoni's gesture while providing analysis during Australia and the West Indies' second Twenty20 International."
Why boxer Amit Panghal is in no mood to celebrate latest gold medal at Strandja Memorial
The silver medallist in the World Championship is furious that Deepak Bhoria climbed the ladder at his expense, and the OTA recorded a net profit of INR 23.4 Cr in FY. When the referee held up his hand, there was not even a hint of a smile or any jumping in the air. Amit Panghal, wearing a gloomy expression, knew that he had completed the task at hand when he won the gold medal at the Strandja Memorial. This has been his routine since the Commonwealth Games. The self-assurance and arrogance of a man who had been the first male boxer from India to win a silver medal at the World Championships had vanished. The Panghal at this time resembled the one at the the Tokyo Olympics, despite being the top seed in his weight class, collapsed in a heap following a shocking loss. He has only participated in one significant event since that heartbreaking defeat: the Birmingham CWG in 2022. After winning two World Championships and an Asian Games, the boxer has noticed a decline in his standing compared to fellow army fighter Deepak Bhoria. "Winning the gold medal in the Strandja or any other medal means nothing to me. "What's the point if they won't send me to competitions where I deserve to go?" a dejected Panghal exclaimed as she returned to India from Bulgaria. A point of contention for the Rohtak boxer remains the selection criteria for major tournaments and camps, which are run by high-profile instructor Bernard Dunne and his team of foreign and Indian coaches. Rather than focusing on tests to determine the best boxers in a heavyweight class, the Irishman said regular training camp evaluations by coaches are a better indicator of who is the best boxer in a heavyweight class. “Choosing this method, the most important thing was to explain it to the athletes. We talked to them about why we did it. Tryouts are just a moment when judges and referees sit down and pick winners. Instead, the system we put in — in terms of evaluation, the coaches and I work day in and day out — and it's not based on one moment, it's based on a period of time,” Dunne said. reporters 2023 Women's World Cup in New Delhi.. But the 28-year-old Panghal claims that during the past few years, he has had the exact opposite—clarity. His main grievance is that he and the coaches have not communicated well on the evaluation process. There are various categories in the evaluation, and each fighter can receive up to 10 points in each category. Attendance, weight control, potential for international performance, strength and conditioning, health management, and training performance are among the categories.
Im well and truly done David Warner after his final international match at home
Australia and veteran opener David Warner, who played his last overseas match at home on Tuesday, said it was time to gC67:C71ive opportunities to younger players. 4,444 The 50-year-old's World Cup last year was the 37-year-old's last ODI appearance, while his Test career ended with a half-century in the Sydney Test against Pakistan in January. andquot;It's done well, it's time for young people to come forward and show their talent,andquot; Warner said after Australia's 37-run loss to West Indies in the third T20I. Warner smashed 81 off 49 deliveries in his last innings at home, including 54 runs. Announcing a move away from the traditional format, the southpaw said earlier this year that he would be available in T20Is and T20 leagues around the world. Warner, who has amassed 3,067 runs in 102 T20Is, is part of the T20 squad that will tour New Zealand later this month. He will then travel to India for the IPL, then head to the US and West Indies for the T20 World Cup, the last time he will play in Australia's shortest format. It was good to rest and play franchises. I have a lot of free time after the New Zealand series. Go to the IPL before we go to the Caribbean World Cup andquot; he said. andquot;I and#039;I said I want to play in the World Cup and finish there,andquot; he said after the first T20I against the West Indies last week.andquot;
