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Hindustan Times
28 minutes ago
- Hindustan Times
Stuart Broad refuses to pick between Joe Root, Shubman Gill at first, but final decision leaves Jos Buttler shellshocked
Legendary paceman Stuart Broad has picked his combined playing XI from the recently concluded five-Test series between India and England, in which he snubbed the highest run-getter Shubman Gill. Broad, who was commentating during the series, had a ringside view of the action, allowing him to closely follow the fiercely contested battles that unfolded across all 25 days. The series ended in a 2-2 draw on the final day of the fifth Test, with Mohammed Siraj uprooting Gus Atkinson's off-stump to help India claim a 6-run win at the Oval. It was a series dominated by the batters with 21 centuries scored in it, but in the end, it was the bowlers who had the final say, with Siraj being the standout of all. Shubman Gill and Joe Root were the top-two run getters in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.(AP) Broad's blended lineup, which he picked on 'For The Love of Cricket' podcast during a chat with Jos Buttler, showcased the players who made decisive impacts on matches. He didn't pick any of the English openers in the XI and went ahead with the Indian pair of KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Duckett played a crucial role in England Headingley's triumph, scoring a century during the big chase. However, after that, his performance dipped a bit as he failed to convert the starts into big scores. Meanwhile, the Indian pair displayed solid consistency throughout the series, especially KL Rahul, who scored 532 runs and filled the big shoes of Rohit Sharma at the top of the order. The English players acquired the next four spots in Broad's lineup: Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, and Ben Stokes. Pope got the edge over Sai Sudharsan and Karun Nair despite scoring just 306 runs. The Indian batters in contention failed to show any consistency and were also in and out of side. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill, who scored 754 runs and was named Player of the Series, was the big omission from the XI. Broad picked Root over him, which also surprised Buttler. When Buttler asked the English pace great to pick between Buttler and Gill, he said, 'Ohh piss off, you want me to choose between Root and Gill, I can see the headlines now. Shubman Gill has just scored the most runs as a Test captain behind Don Bradman in a series, and Joe Root has gone second on the all-time list, scoring 3 centuries back to back and scored his 39th Test ton.' Also Read | Shubman Gill proves he is the right man to lead India, but questions linger over who has the final say in Playing XI Buttler insisted Broad to make the call, and then the former pacer said, "Well, only because I've got Joe Root's mobile number and don't want the abuse, so I'm gonna go Joe Root." The former English captain was shocked by Broad's pick and replied, 'Unbelievable. I can't believe that.' Rishabh Pant, despite suffering a fracture during the Manchester Test, was preferred over Jamie Smith, whose promising start to the series was followed by a lack of consistency. His struggles outside off-stump were exposed by the Indian batters at the Oval. No Ravindra Jadeja in Broad's XI Another big omission from Broad's XI was Ravindra Jadeja, who was not chosen in his XI, despite the senior all-rounder scoring 516 runs, including five fifties and a century, as Broad felt he was not up to the mark with the ball. However, he did pick Washington Sundar on his side. Completing the lineup, Broad opted for a fearsome fast-bowling trio. Jofra Archer adds raw pace and adaptability, Mohammed Siraj brings relentless energy and aggression, while Jasprit Bumrah stands out with his unmatched control and swing. Stuart Broad's combined XI from India vs England series: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes, Rishabh Pant, Washington Sundar, Jofra Archer, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah
Time of India
28 minutes ago
- Time of India
Free Fire MAX India Cup (FFMIC) 2025: Qualified teams for League Stage, prize pool, where to watch and More
FFMIC 2025: Free Fire MAX India Cup (FFMIC) 2025 FFMIC 2025 League Stage Format Explained TEZ Free Fire MAX India Cup 2025 18 Qualified Teams: These elite squads made it through the intense online qualifiers. These elite squads made it through the intense online qualifiers. Round Robin Format: Each team will play 24 matches over a span of 3 weeks, from Friday to Sunday. Each team will play 24 matches over a span of 3 weeks, from Friday to Sunday. Top 12 Progress: After the league matches, only the top 12 teams will advance to the Battle Royale Grand Finals. After the league matches, only the top 12 teams will advance to the Battle Royale Grand Finals. Clash Squad Twist: The top 8 teams after Week 2 will also battle it out in the Clash Squad mode, raising the stakes even higher. Massive Prize Pool & Game-Changing Format Rs 1 crore (roughly $120,000) TEZ FFMIC 2025 Participation Criteria for Free Fire MAX India Cup 2025 Participants must be Indian citizens and at least 16 years old. (Minors must have parental consent.) Players must have at least Diamond 1 rank and be at Level 40 in Free Fire MAX. Each team includes 4 core players and 1 optional substitute. Teams must maintain a consistent roster throughout the tournament. Multi-team participation is strictly prohibited to ensure integrity. List of FFMIC 2025 League Stage Qualified Teams Team 1. GodLike Esports 2. Jonty Gaming 3. Total Gaming Esports 4. Aerobotz Esports 5. Crust Esports 6. Black Birds 7. RNX Esports 8. Aura Esports 9. Vintage Esports 10 Ultra Instinct 11. NG Silver Eagle 12. Team Hind 13. Revenant XSpark 14. Autobotz Esports 15. NG Pros 16. Team Tycoons 17. S8UL 18. Kar98 Army Where to Watch Free Fire MAX India Cup 2025 Matches Free Fire MAX Esports India YouTube channel Free Fire MAX India Cup 2025 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q. What is the Free Fire MAX India Cup 2025? A. Q. When does the FFMIC 2025 league stage start? A. Q. How many teams qualified for the FFMIC 2025 league stage? A. Q. Where can I watch FFMIC 2025 matches live? A. Q. What is the prize pool of Free Fire MAX India Cup 2025? A. The much-awaited return of India's biggest mobile gaming event is here — the. This grand esports tournament has reignited excitement across the Indian gaming community, especially after the long pause following the original Free Fire game's ban in 2022. The stage is set, and the online qualifier rounds are complete — it's now time for the thrilling league stage of FFMIC 22nd August to 14th September 2025, the league stage will witness 18 top teams—who qualified from earlier rounds—clashing in high-pressure matches for ultimate glory in theHere's what you need to know about the format:This year's tournament features a record-breaking prize pool of, makingone of the most lucrative mobile esports events in India to date. Butit's not just about the money — the competition will test players in both Battle Royale and Clash Squad formats, ensuring diverse gameplay and intense ensure fair play and top-tier competition, there are certain eligibility rules in place:Here are the top 18 squads ready to take the stage:These teams have already shown great potential during the qualifier rounds, and now fans are eager to see who dominates in the league stage of the Free Fire MAX India Cup single match of FFMIC 2025 will be live-streamed on the official, starting on 22nd August 2025. Fans can tune in each matchday (Friday to Sunday) to enjoy the action live, support their favourite teams, and witness gaming history being more than just a tournament—it's a celebration of the Indian esports community. With high-stakes matches, a massive prize pool, and a revamped format featuring qualifiers, league stage, Clash Squad, and Battle Royale, this event is set to thrill both players and fans alike. Stay tuned and don't miss the action as FFMIC 2025 Free Fire MAX India Cup 2025 (FFMIC 2025) is a major mobile esports tournament in India featuring top teams competing in Battle Royale and Clash Squad modes for a prize pool of Rs 1 league stage of FFMIC 2025 begins on 22nd August 2025 and runs until 14th September 2025, with matches scheduled every Friday to Sunday.A total of 18 teams advanced through the online qualifiers to secure their place in the league stage of the Free Fire MAX India Cup can catch all the live action from FFMIC 2025 on the official Free Fire MAX Esports India YouTube channel, starting from 22nd August tournament boasts a prize pool of Rs 1 crore (approximately $120,000), making it one of the richest esports events in Indian mobile gaming history.
Indian Express
28 minutes ago
- Indian Express
‘Bumrah's hype is massive but India do not depend on him anymore': Monty Panesar credits young Indian pace attack in Bumrah's absence
The Oval Stadium in London witnessed one of the greatest Test wins for India as the Shubman Gill-led side won a thriller against England on Monday by just six runs, securing their narrowest win in this format, which also helped the visitors level the five-Test Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at 2-2. Leading the way for a famous win was the Indian pace duo of Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, who both combined to account for 17 wickets in two innings. Where Krishna changed the course of the game with the wicket of Joe Root in the last session of Day 4, Siraj, with his relentless and probing attack, did the job by wrapping up the tail. Incidentally, India won both of their Tests in the series in the absence of World No. 1 Test bowler and ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah who played only three Tests due to avoid injury and workload management. Former England cricketer Monty Panesar believes India does not depend on Bumrah. 'This Indian team does not depend on Bumrah anymore. Bumrah's hype is absolutely massive, but let's be honest, India have a strong bowling attack,' said Panesar, as was quoted by Mid-Day. He praised the lionhearted effort of Krishna and Siraj and said the duo can partner to open the bowling attack for India. '(Prasidh) Krishna is getting better and better with every Test match. I think he can open the bowling with Siraj. They just need a third seamer, Akash Deep or Arshdeep Singh or someone else. Of course, Bumrah is a good bowler, but he wasn't part of the matches that India won [in this series]. So, I don't think they depend on him as much,' said Panesar. 'Siraj utilised the conditions really well. He's a huge asset for Indian cricket. I think he leads the attack now and India need to build the attack around him,' he added on Siraj, who picked a five-wicket haul in the second innings and gave India a win from almost a losing position. On the final day of the fifth Test, India needed four wickets while England were just 35 runs away from clinching the series. Panesar, a veteran of 50 Tests who has 167 scalps to his name in this format, also sang praises for new Indian Test captain Gill and coach Gautam Gambhir. 'Young captain Gill has shown tremendous leadership in this Test series. Also, Gambhir has done well under the circumstances. He's trying to bring in his new ideas and India need to back him because he's taking the big decisions,' he said.
