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BCCI: Building a strong red-ball bowling pool targets endurance

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  The BCCI, under the leadership of the AjitAgarkar-led selection committee, is starting on a crucial mission: creating a pool of bowlers, wicketkeepers, and batters who can thrive in the demanding environment of first-class cricket. This initiative aims to address a long-standing challenge in the Indian cricket team, where finding bowlers, especially pacers, who can consistently handle red-ball rigors has been an ongoing concern. The BCCI committee is actively scouting the country for promising talents, as per the Times of India. For example, Khaleel Ahmed, who had not played in the first-class format before, was urged to represent Rajasthan in the Ranji Trophy this year. In a similar vein, Delhi's Mayank Yadav was chosen, but regrettably an injury kept him from competing for the Ranji Trophy. Arshdeep Singh has also been in talks about getting more involved in red-ball cricket. As a further demonstration of their dedication to developing a competitive bowling pool, the BCCI i

In IPL season 2024, CSK will fret over the form and fitness of several first-choice players

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The Chennai Super Kings don't have much time to be ready for the upcoming season because the IPL season 2024 begins on March 22. But the MS Dhoni-led team is already in a tough spot with injuries and the poor form of several first-choice players. Ahead of the CSK vs. RCB opener at their own backyard, MA Chidambaram Stadium, Devon Conway and Shivam Dube are unfit, while AjinkyaRahane has lost his form. All three are crucial players in the CSK setup. Adding to his woes, MS Dhoni is also recovering from a knee injury that he suffered last season. He had to undergo surgery during the off-season. Devon Conway The CSK opener injured his finger during the NZ vs. AUS T20. He is missing the first New Zealand vs. Australia Test. And Conway remains doubtful for the remaining series. As he consults with specialists, Devon Conway remains a doubtful starter in IPL 2024. Shivam Dube Another sure-shot starter, Shivam Dube, is injured. He is on the sidelines with a side strain injury and

The Ranchi victory was lauded by Michael Vaughan despite the fact that "world-class players were missing, toss loss."

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Michael Vaughan, a former cricketer for England, praises Team India for their five-wicket victory in Ranchi. India took a 3-1 lead in the series after defeating England by 5 wickets at Ranchi in the fourth Test match between IND and ENG. Vaughan took to Twitter to praise the youthful Indian team for beating England in spite of losing the toss and lacking a number of more seasoned and experienced players.  On X, he commented, "There are five elite players missing."". Being behind in the first inning and losing the toss. India deserves all the praise. That test victory is quite amazing. Many young Indian players who will be around for a long time are joining the scene. The fourth Test lacked the presence of several prominent Indian players, including Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and Jasprit Bumrah. In Ranchi, Dhruv Jurel and Shubman Gill held firm to give India a five-wicket victory. Despite losing the toss to the visitors, the squad went on to win the test. In t

Test match highlights from Day 3 between IND and ENG

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The Indian team captain in the chase of 192 runs, Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal guided India to 40 without loss. In the Ranchi Test, Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal guided India to 40 without loss at stumps while chasing 192 runs. Ravichandran Ashwin took five wickets and Kuldeep Yadav took four as India beat England for 145 runs earlier. The Three Lions struggled to score more than 150 in their second inning, so they were unable to capitalize on their 46-run lead in the first inning. On Friday in Ranchi, during India's fourth Test match against England, Rohit Sharma reached 4000 runs in the format. The Indian skipper is the 17th person in the nation to reach the milestone. Rohit is the tenth fastest Indian to accomplish the accomplishment. In just 79 innings, Virender Sehwag was the fastest player. Since making his Test debut in 2013, Rohit has represented India in 58 different games. In Test cricket, the 36-year-old presently averages above 44. In the lengthier format

Shubman Gill's Big Tribute to 'Thala' in Ranchi says, "India Misses Mahi Bhai"

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The Indian cricket team will play England in the fourth Test of the five-match series at Ranchi on Friday. Any match at the Jharkhand State Cricket Association International Stadium will have special attention paid to local kid MS Dhoni. Visit:  https://www.dadasports247.com/ Before the game, Shubman Gill, the team's young hitter, was questioned about Dhoni. The former captain of Team India has frequented the dressing room since his retirement everytime they play at the location. Shubhman Gill, a junior member of the Indian squad, gave a heartfelt homage to the experienced player, stating that the team constantly misses Mahi Bhai, whether they are in Ranchi or somewhere else. During the pre-match press conference in Ranchi, Gill stated that Mahi bhai is missed by the entire Indian nation. No matter where we play in Ranchi or elsewhere in the globe it makes no difference. Shubman Gill believes that even if the Indian team's pacers haven't had it all their own, their ab

Mohammed Shami to undergo ankle surgery, ruled out of IPL 2024

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Mohammed Shami, the senior bowler for the Indian cricket team, will not be playing in the Indian Premier League next month due to a left ankle injury, for which he will have surgery in the UK, a BCCI source informed us on Thursday. Speaking on the condition of anonymity, a top BCCI insider stated: "Shami received instructions to begin light running after three weeks after receiving specific ankle injections while in London during the last week of January. Nevertheless, the injection proved futile, leaving surgery as the only option left. He's heading to the UK for surgery soon. It seems impossible to have the IPL. The National Cricket Academy's injury recovery management regimen for Shami is called into doubt in light of this development. It is now extremely improbable that the speed bowling maestro would be able to recover in time for India's next home Test matches against New Zealand and Bangladesh. The highly anticipated away series versus Australia might be h

PCB instructs players to stay away from two Indians, scared of match-fixing in PSL 2024

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The Pakistan Super League is ongoing. However, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a stern warning to the players, team management, and support staff. Fearing match fixing, the PCB has asked the teams to stay away from two Indians. A total of four individuals have been targeted by the PCB. These include 2 Indians, 1 former Pakistani regional coach, and 1 Bangladeshi. The PCB is also taking adequate measures. The players and the staff have been informed to keep their distance from these individuals. Moreover, participants are told not to interact with the four individuals should they be spotted. They are also required to report the same information to the anti-corruption authorities. These individuals are included mostly because they stay at team hotels. Since the PCB does not reserve all of the rooms, other people may also be staying there. Everyone, including players and staff, is informed to report to the officials should they be offered gifts worth more than 25,000 Pakis