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'He is Disciplined Without Being Robotic': Andy Flower Has 'Utmost Respect' For Brilliant Role Model Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli is nearing the end of his international career but even at 35, he’s one of the fittest cricketers in the world. And it’s something that the former India captain has been able to maintain because of a strict regime, reveals Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower.Flower took over as the RCB coach from IPL 2024 and has closely observed Kohli’s approach as a player on the field and from inside the dressing room.Also Read: ‘I...

British Grand Prix: Russell beats Hamilton to 'mega' pole as Mercedes secure one-two in Silverstone qualifying

Silverstone: George Russell beat Lewis Hamilton to secure pole as their Mercedes team reeled off a front row lockout in Saturday's tense qualifying session for Sunday's British Grand Prix.The two Britons were given a wild ovation by the crowd who saw a third Briton Lando Norris of McLaren take third to deliver the first one-two-three by British drivers at their home race.It was the first British triple top in qualifying at any race since the...

When Virat Kohli Called MS Dhoni His Elder Brother, Sent A Special Birthday Wish To 'Skip' - See Post

Virat Kohli once called MS Dhoni his elder brother and sent a special birthday wish to his 'skip'. Virat made his India debut under Dhoni's leadership and played many matches under him. In 2019, Dhoni played his last game for Team India under Virat's captaincy. He retired from international cricket in 2020.

The rise and fall of Ben Johnson: From Olympic hero to disgraced drug cheat

Big Names Go Missing As England Announce 14-Member Squad For First Two Tests Against West Indies

ENG vs WI Test Series: After the culmination of the T20 World Cup, it is time for Test cricket to take enthrall cricket fans. When fans talk about Test cricket, there is nothing better than 'Bazball'. England are a dominant force in Test cricket and they have entirely revamped how the longest format of the game is meant to be played. England, under...

'Heart of the nation': Jasprit Bumrah mobbed by fans, welcomed with petals. Watch

Jasprit Bumrah's homecoming after India's T20 World Cup triumph was celebrated with grandeur. He played a pivotal role, earning the Man of the Tournament accolade for his stellar performance, including a crucial spell in the final against South Africa. A viral video showed Bumrah being showered with petals and adored by fans. Despite the retirement of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja from T20I cricket, Bumrah confirmed he has no...

Not Hardik Pandya! Virender Sehwag Wants 24-Year-Old To Become India Captain After Rohit Sharma Retirement

Virender Sehwag said that Shubman Gill will play all three formats in the future and had a brilliant year in all three in 2023. He said that the selectors had made the right call to declare Gill as the captain for the ongoing five-match series against Zimbabwe, and he can replace Rohit Sharma once he takes retirement from ODIs and Tests.

'Aisa Kyun Ho Raha Hai Mere Saath': Ishan Kishan Opens Up About Hardik Pandya's Mentality During Tough Time

It was a redemption for Hardik Pandya at the T20 World Cup 2024 after he was constantly booed by the crowd at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai during the IPL 2024 season following his return from Gujarat Titans to replace Rohit Sharma as the captain of Mumbai Indians. Hardik's sensational comeback has made his India and IPL team-mate Ishan Kishan happy.

Ravi Bishnoi gives Kohli-Rohit reminder after India lost to Zimbabwe: ‘Senior players are retired…’

In the first T20I match after the retirement of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma from the format, team India lost to Zimbabwe by 13 runs. The post Ravi Bishnoi gives Kohli-Rohit reminder after India lost to Zimbabwe: ‘Senior players are retired…’ appeared first on Cricket Country.

Shubman Gill and Co. to make two changes after Zimbabwe shocker: India's likely XI vs Zimbabwe in 2nd T20I

The young Indian team began their first series after the T20 World Cup with a stunning defeat.

Sikandar Raza Moves To No. 2 Position In Elite List Led By Virat Kohli After POTM Performance Against India

Zimbabwe captain and legendary all-rounder Sikandar Raza was on fire against India on Saturday (July 6) in the first T20I of the ongoing five-match series. In the series opener played at Harare Sports Club, the 38-year-old all-rounder picked up three wickets for 25 runs in four overs to help Zimbabwe successfully defend the total of 115 runs and beat India by 13 runs. For his super show in the series opener against the Shubman Gill-led side,...

'No One Understood': Ishan Kishan Opens Up On India Snub, Losing BCCI Central Contract

Young wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan was disappointed after being ignored by the Indian team selection committee and losing BCCI’s central contract. During an interview with Indian Express, Kishan opened up as he expressed his disappointment, saying, "No one understood." “I was scoring runs and then I found myself on the bench. These things do happen in a team sport. However, I experienced travel fatigue. It meant there was something wrong; I...

Chirag Shetty Slams Maharashtra Govt For Felicitating T20 World Cup-Winning Cricketers But Ignoring His Thomas Cup Feat

Chirag Shetty, India's star shuttler, who has made the country proud on multiple occasions along with his men's doubles partner Satwiksairaj Rankireddy including winning the prestigious Thomas Cup has lashed out at the Maharahstra Government. Shetty said that he does not have anything against the cricketers but he has advocated for the equal treatement of all sports. "Thomas Cup is equivalent to winning the World Cup. I was part of the Indian...

'The Effort he Has Put In...': Rahul Dravid Lauds Rohit Sharma's Growth as Player And Leader

Rohit Sharma started his India career under the captaincy of Rahul Dravid when he made his ODI debut in June 2007. 17 years later, the two would combine in different capacities to win a T20 world cup with Rohit as captain and Dravid as the head coach.Dravid fondly remembers working with Rohit having known him as a young boy.“I have really enjoyed working with Rohit,” the outgoing India coach told BCCI. “He is someone I knew as a young boy. Just...

Trent Alexander-Arnold's penalty against Switzerland was the second-HARDEST strike of Euro 2024 - as adidas technology reveals how hard he hit the ball with his decisive penalty in England's shoot-out win

Alexander-Arnold smashed his strike low to the goalkeeper's right, securing victory for England and breaking a tournament record in the process.

'Today I Played With': Abhishek Sharma Thanks India Captain's Special Bat For His Historic Ton Vs Zimbabwe

Playing just his second T20 international, Abhishek Sharma blended power with grace and slammed a stunning 46-ball hundred, the joint-third-fastest for India in men's T20Is. After his breathtaking century against Zimbabwe in Harare, the 23-year-old, revealed his batting approach in T20 cricket and thanked Indian skipper for the special bat.

Avinash Sable breaks his own national steeplechase record

Avinash Sable, 29, set a new 3000m steeplechase record at 8:09.91 in the Diamond League, eyeing Paris Olympics. Mandwa village native, former races clocked 8:21.85 in Portland, 8:31.75 in Panchkula. Kishore Jena finished eighth in javelin; Neeraj Chopra withdrew with an adductor niggle. Abraham Sime won at 8:02.36, Amos Serem second, Julian Weber led javelin.

Watch: India, Pakistan cricket fans unite to cheer for England at Euro 2024

India and Pakistan cricket fans, who had turned up at Edgbaston to watch the World Championship of Legends game on Saturday, cheered together after England defeated Switzerland in the quarter-final of Euro 2024.

Abhishek Sharma scripts history with 46-ball T20I hundred vs Zimbabwe: In Stats

India vs Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I: Abhishek Sharma hit a 47-ball hundred and Ruturaj Gaikwad a 47-ball 77 as India posted 234 in Harare on Sunday. Abhishek and Team India broke a series of records during the whirlwind innings.

​​Paris Olympics: ​Top 10 medal hopes for India

​India is set to dispatch a delegation of nearly 120 athletes to compete in the upcoming Olympic Games. The contingent will feature an Athletics team, spearheaded by Neeraj Chopra, the reigning gold medallist in the men's javelin event.​

WCL T20 2024: Father, Son Combine To Force Dismissal During South Africa Champions Vs West Indies Champions Match — WATCH

WCL T20 2024: South Africa Champions Vs West Indies Champions match produced a moment that will be cherished for long time by the McKenzie family, as South Africa veteran Neil McKenzie and his son, Luke McKenzie combined for a dismissal that was enjoyed by every Proteas player out there who celebrated the wicket with a smile and some laughs. Luke McKenzie was brought in as substutite fielder for Ryan McLaren a ball prior to the dismissal and the...

Paris Olympics: Reetika Hooda looks to emulate her idol Sakshi Malik

Paris Olympics-bound Reetika Hooda has many firsts to her name. She is the first Indian woman wrestler to qualify for the Olympics in the heavyweight (76kg) division - the highest for women in the sport.

Novak Djokovic's unmissable reaction on Wimbledon match interruption as Centre Court celebrate England's Euro 2024 win

After the Wimbledon match, Novak Djokovic joked about his act at the time of interruption

'I'm Preparing For The Role': India Star Ready To Emulate Hardik Pandya In Blue Jersey

Hardik Pandya had a brilliant T20 World Cup campaign as he played a central role in Team India's title triumph.

Punjab Kings Welcome Back T20 World Cup Star Arshdeep Singh with Grand Celebrations at Chandigarh Airport

The Indian Premier League franchise Punjab Kings on Saturday celebrated the return of Arshdeep Singh at the Chandigarh International Airport. Arshdeep, who has been a part of the IPL team since 2019, was one of the key figures in the recently concluded 2024 T20 World Cup-winning Indian Cricket Team.Arshdeep, who was joined by his family, was met with a warm and colourful welcome with dhol processions and performances by bhangra troupes at the...

EXPLAINED: Why MS Dhoni Is Not Eligible To Play WCL 2024 Despite Retiring From International Cricket

Legendary Indian captain MS Dhoni, in fact is not eligible to play in the WCL 2024 even though he announced his retirement ​​from international cricket way back in 2020. The India legend is still actively playing in the Indian Premier League, and not officially retired from that as of yet.

Shahid Afridi perishes for golden duck after rousing reception vs India Champions, dismissal sparks meme fest

Shahid Afridi was trolled by fans for his batting no-show against India Champions.

'Playing Like Yuvraj Singh': Fans Go Berserk Over Abhishek Sharma's INSANE Maiden T20I Hundred

Abhishek Sharma announced his arrival to international cricket by scoring his first ever T20I hundred in just his second match for India in the series against Zimbabwe. Abhishek Sharma's debut game for India did not go according to plan as he got out on a four ball duck in India's shocking loss to Zimbabwe in the first T20I. However, Sharma was a m...

'He Plays in a Similar Way to Virat Kohli': Andy Flower Says India Have 'Readymade Replacements' For Retired Superstars

Indian cricket doesn’t need to be scared about the future with the retirement of their star players as their robust domestic structure will ensure quality replacements, says Zimbabwe legend and current Royal Challengers Bengaluru coach Andy Flower.An Indian T20I team is currently in the tour of Zimbabwe for a five-match series that got underway on Saturday. The squad is led by young Shubman Gill and the tour is being seen as a platform for the...

'Could Take A Lifetime For Some People': Kuldeep Yadav Opens Up On Experience Of Winning T20 World Cup 2024

Kuldeep Yadav didn't find a place in the Indian playing XI in the American-leg of the T20 World Cup 2024 where pitches were helpful for fast bowlers. However, he replaced Mohammed Siraj in the Indian playing XI once the tournament shifted to West Indies for the Super 8 stage and played a crucial role in team's win.

MS Dhoni gets video-call surprise from Ruturaj Gaikwad after celebrating birthday with Salman Khan

MS Dhoni celebrated his 43rd birthday on Sunday in Mumbai in the presence of his wife Sakshi, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and few close friends

Champions Trophy Venues Revealed, India To Play Their Matches At This Stadium

The upcoming 2025 Champions Trophy will be hosted by Pakistan as per the schedule. When will the India vs Pakistan clash take place? get all the details here.

Happy Birthday MS Dhoni: 7 Unforgettable Knocks Of India's Legendary Icon - In Pics

Happy Birthday MS Dhoni: 7 Unforgettable Knocks Of India's Legendary Icon - In Pics

Not Virat Kohli Or Rohit! Sunil Gavaskar Demands BHARAT RATNA For India Legend Who Helped Team Win T20 WC 2024

India legend Sunil Gavaskar lavished praise on former India cricketer and coach Rahul Dravid who led India to a win in the T20 World Cup 2024. Gavaskar highlighted the achievements of Rahul Dravid as a player and captain of team India and demanded the Bharat Ratna award for the India great.

Germany outraged over Euro 2024 exit: 'Cheated!'

India's best playing XI from all four world cup

​Across World Cup history, winning teams have always featured star players who elevated their squads to glory, bringing immense national pride. These exceptional athletes have left an indelible mark on the sport, inspiring future generations with their remarkable achievements.

'...Didn't Even Felicitate Me, Leave Apart Giving Any Cash Rewards': Chirag Shetty Wants Equal Treatment from Government, Says 'Nothing Against Cricket'

Indian badminton star Chirag Shetty on Saturday criticised the Maharashtra government for their ‘step-motherly’ treatment.Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday announced a cash reward of Rs 11 crore for the Indian cricket team which won the T20 World Cup. The announcement was made in the central hall of the Vidhan Bhavan (state legislature complex) here where four Mumbai players from the team — captain Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar...

Rahul Dravid deserves to be honoured with Bharat Ratna: Sunil Gavaskar

Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar urged the India government to honour Rahul Dravid with the Bharat Ratna -- the highest civilian award in the country. Gavaskar heaped praise on Dravid's contributions to Indian cricket as a player, captain and coach.

''Very Talented, But...'' : Pakistan Test Coach Jason Gillespie Addresses Men In Green's MAIN Problem

Jason Gillespie addressed the primary concern facing the Pakistan Cricket team's poor performance, following his appointment as head coach by the Pakistan Cricket Board. After their underwhelming display in the T20 World Cup 2024, the team is set to compete in nine Test matches throughout the 2024-25 World Test Championship season.

'The other guy is from Indian cricket team': Sachin Tendulkar picks partner beyond Roger Federer and Shane Warne. Watch

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar graced Wimbledon's prestigious Centre Court in 2024. Amidst witnessing intense tennis matches, Tendulkar shared a frame with Roger Federer, expressing his desire to partner with the tennis legend in cricket. He cited Federer's cricketing connections and mutual love for the sport as reasons for his choice. Tendulkar also reminisced playing tennis with the late Shane Warne in London and with former...

Jay Shah Makes BIG Announcement, Rohit Sharma To Captain India At WTC Final 2025 And Champions Trophy 2025

T20 World Cup 2024-winning captain Rohit Sharma will continue to lead the Indian cricket team in ODIs and Tests. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah confirmed in a video message that the veteran opener will captain India in the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 and the World Test Championship (WTC) Final 2025. Watch viral video: Jay Shah confirms Rohit Sharma will lead India in Champions Trophy 2025 and WTC Final 2025 More to follow...

Paris Olympics: Indian athletes Jeswin Aldrin and Ankita Dhyani qualify through world ranking

Jeswin Aldrin and Ankita Dhyani secured Paris Olympics spots via World Athletics. M Sreeshankar withdrew. Aldrin, 31st; Ankita, 42nd. Indian team now 30. Athletics Federation of India confirmed their inclusion. Radhakrishnan Nair mentioned late qualifiers' inclusion. Ankita won bronze at the 2023 Asian Championships. Neeraj Chopra leads the team to Spala, Poland.

Egyptian football star Ahmed Refaat tragically dies at 31

'Lionel Messi Of Cricket': 41-Year-Old England Great Gets Ultimate Praise Before Last Dance At Lord's

To be compared to a legend like Lionel Messi, whose influence on sports is truly a hallmark of greatness. The "Messi of Cricket" title serves as a fitting tribute to Anderson's exceptional talent, dedication, and lasting impact on the game. Anderson will take the field at Lord's for one last time against West Indies in the coming week.

'People's Captain Like Kapil Dev & MS Dhoni': Sunil Gavaskar Lauds Rohit Sharma's Captaincy

Sunil Gavaskar showered praises on Rohit Sharma's captaincy credentials following India's T20 World Cup triumph.

Abhishek Sharma Shatters Rohit Sharma's Record, Equals KL Rahul's All-Time India Record

IND vs ZIM 2nd T20I: Young Team India were done and dusted against Zimbabwe in the very first T20I of the tour, but the young guns have comeback in style and have left the players of Zimbabwe begging for answers. It was mainly Abhishek Sharma has he let his bat wreak havoc on Zimbabwe as he kept on dealing in sixes at the Harare Sports Club, Harare...

Series win against India will be a shot in the arm for Zimbabwe cricket: Wellington Masakadza

Zimbabwean Wellington Masakadza cautioned against undermining them following a T20I win in Harare by defending 115 and limiting India to 102 despite challenging pitch and winter conditions. Their strategies focused on key players like Riyan Parag, Ravi Bishnoi, and Washington Sundar. Sikandar Raza played a crucial role. Zimbabwe aims to use the series to enhance their cricket.

IND vs ZIM 2nd T20I: Records Tumble As Abhishek Sharma Hits Maiden Century For Team India

Abhishek Sharma smashed three consecutive sixes to slam his maiden T20 international ton from just 46 balls.

Players with most Wimbledon Titles

The prestigious Wimbledon tennis tournament has witnessed some of the greatest players in tennis history.

'MS Dhoni Did Not Know That I Existed': R Ashwin Recalls CSK Debut Year

MS Dhoni, known for his astute cricketing mind, recognized Ashwin's potential and nurtured his unorthodox approach. Dhoni was a firm believer that Ashwin's strength lay in his unique skill set and the importance of staying true to it.