Vaibhav Sooryavanshi of India (Getty Images) Ravichandran Ashwin has once again defended his views on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s role in the Indian squad, insisting there is nothing wrong with the teenage batter spending time on the bench and contributing to the team by carrying drinks during matches. The former India off-spinner had earlier backed the team…
Kerala Cricket Association revokes Sreesanth’s ban. (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India fast bowler S Sreesanth has received a major boost after the Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) revoked the three-year ban imposed on him, clearing the way for his continued involvement in the Kerala Cricket League (KCL).The decision was taken at the KCA’s Special General…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Photo AP) Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara believes it may take some time before Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gets his chance in the T20I series against England. The 15-year-old’s international debut has been a major talking point, especially after India’s 0-2 series defeat to Ireland.“There is a lot of hype around him, and as a…
Image credit: Zimbabwe Cricket NEW DELHI: Zimbabwe created history on Tuesday by registering their biggest-ever Test victory and winning back-to-back Test matches for the first time in more than 25 years. Led by Richard Ngarava, Zimbabwe crushed Bangladesh by an innings and 85 runs in the one-off Test at the Harare Sports Club. The victory…
Matt Fisher (Pic credit: BLACKCAPS) New Zealand have named a 16-man squad for their upcoming five-match ODI series against the West Indies, with fast bowler Matt Fisher receiving his maiden one-day international call-up and Jacob Duffy returning to the national setup after missing the recent England Test tour.The series begins in Guyana on July 11,…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Harry Brook (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Will 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi finally wear the India jersey today? That is the big question ahead of the first T20I against England at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street, Durham.The youngster has been one of the biggest talking points before the five-match series, and even England…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi of India (Getty Images) India captain Shreyas Iyer refused to reveal whether teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will make his international debut in the opening T20I against England on Wednesday, stressing that the players who helped India win the T20 World Cup deserve continued backing. Speculation over Sooryavanshi’s inclusion has grown ever since…
England captain Harry Brook (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: England have named their playing XI for the opening T20I against India, with captain Harry Brook set to lead an experienced side in the five-match series opener at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street, Durham on Wednesday.The hosts have gone with a seasoned lineup that boasts more than…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s wait for an India debut continued during the two-match T20I series against Ireland, where India suffered a surprise 2-0 whitewash under new captain Shreyas Iyer.The teenage batting sensation was widely expected to get his first international cap, with fans and experts repeatedly calling for his inclusion. However,…
Former India captain Ajay Jadeja has backed Ben Stokes’ decision to retire from international cricket, saying the England all-rounder made the “right call” and suggesting the decision reflected his unwillingness to let people outside the dressing room dictate how he should live his life. Stokes announced his retirement after one of the most decorated careers…