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Indian Express
5 days ago
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- Indian Express
Ajinkya Rahane on playing XI combination for 4th Test in Manchester: ‘India should look to add one extra bowler'
India's combination of line-up in the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy has sparked quite a bit of debate at the Edgbaston Test. The side instead of opting for specialist bowlers or batters decided to go with all-rounders. However, they won the second Test lost the third Test after a close fight at Lord's. But the Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane opined that India should go with the extra bowler despite the merits that the side has shown picking the all-rounders in the last two Tests. 'We all know that Day 4 and 5 get slightly difficult to bat on. It's not easy to score runs. Yes, England bowled really well. But I felt India missed an opportunity to get that big score on the board in the first innings. And also, I feel going forward, India should look to add one extra bowler – because you're going to win a Test match or a Test series by getting 20 wickets,' Rahane said on his YouTube channel. In addition to speaking about the Indian team, Rahane also praised Ben Stokes for his efforts in the third Test, who chipped in with valuable contributions with the bat and also bowled marathon spells in the game, inducing crucial wickets. On the field on Day 3, he hit the stumps directly to influence the runout of Rishabh Pant just before the Lunch break. 'It's very easy for the fielder to get relaxed,' Rahane noted. 'When you see only two or three balls left before lunch, you can easily get relaxed. But his attitude towards the ball, his intensity, and getting that run-out – that's where I felt England came into the game,' observed Rahane. 'That's what you want to see in Test cricket – all 11 fielders coming together and looking to win the Test match,' Rahane concluded on England's comeback effort after the mauling they took at Edgbaston.
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First Post
5 days ago
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- First Post
'You're going to win by...': Rahane demands major change for India after Lord's Test defeat, picks turning point
Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane have demanded head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill to make a major change in the playing XI for the fourth Test against England. The fourth India vs England Test starts on 23 July. read more Ajinkya Rahane has asked Team India to make a major change to their playing XI for the Manchester Test vs England. Images: Ajinkya Rahane on X/Reuters Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane has crucial advice for head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill as they look to script a comeback in the ongoing Test series against England. The Indian cricket team is currently 2-1 behind in the five-match Test series against England after heartbreakingly losing the Lord's Test. India needed just 193 to win the third Test but were bowled out on 170 after most of the batters failed to show up in the chase despite Ravindra Jadeja putting up an impressive fight along with tailenders Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD India had packed their playing XI with all-rounders in the hope of extending their batting line-up as they included Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy alongside Jadeja, but the strategy did not come to their rescue. And now Rahane feels that the time has come for India to bet on an extra specialist bowler to turn around their fortunes in the Test series. Rahane wants Team India to make one big change Team India head coach Gambhir is known for his affinity towards utility players, but Rahane has suggested that adding one extra bowler would ease things for the team, as they need to take 20 wickets to win matches. 'We all know that Day 4 and 5 get slightly difficult to bat on. It's not easy to score runs. Yes, England bowled really well. But I felt India missed an opportunity to get that big score on the board in the first innings. And also, I feel going forward, India should look to add one extra bowler, because you're going to win a Test match or a Test series by getting 20 wickets,' Rahane said on his YouTube channel. It has also been noted that there have been rumours around Nitish Reddy getting a drop for the fourth Test that will be played in Manchester from 23 July. In his absence, India could look to bring in left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav. Rahane picks Pant run-out as game-changing moment Rahane also highlighted Ben Stokes's direct hit to run out Rishabh Pant in India's first innings as the moment that sparked England's win over India from a losing position at Lord's. RUN OUT! 🙌 Ben Stokes aims and fires at the stumps and Rishabh Pant is out! ❌ — England Cricket (@englandcricket) July 12, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'It's very easy for the fielder to get relaxed,' Rahane said. 'When you see only two or three balls left before lunch, you can easily get relaxed. But his attitude towards the ball, his intensity, and getting that run-out, that's where I felt England came into the game.'
India Today
5 days ago
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- India Today
ENG vs IND: Ajinkya Rahane suggests major change in playing XI after Lord's loss
India batter Ajinkya Rahane has suggested a change in the Indian playing XI for the fourth Test against England. India are trailing by 1-2 in the series after a 22-run loss in the third Test at Lord's as they failed to chase down the target of 193 in the fourth India's heartbreaking loss, Rahane has suggested adding an extra bowler in the playing XI for the fourth Test at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester. He also mentioned that they missed an opportunity to get a huge score in the first innings and get into a dominating position in the all know that Day 4 and 5 get slightly difficult to bat on. It's not easy to score runs. Yes, England bowled really well. But I felt India missed an opportunity to get that big score on the board in the first innings. And also, I feel going forward, India should look to add one extra bowler — because you're going to win a Test match or a Test series by getting 20 wickets," Rahane said on his YouTube channel. Furthermore, Rahane also praised Ben Stokes for inflicting Rishabh Pant's run out minutes before lunch on Day 3, hailing him for his game awareness."It's very easy for the fielder to get relaxed. When you see only two or three balls left before lunch, you can easily get relaxed. But his attitude towards the ball, his intensity, and getting that run-out — that's where I felt England came into the game,' he run-out shifted the momentum of the match as he had added over 141 runs with KL Rahul and the duo threatened to take the game away from England. However, his return to the pavilion brought England back into the game as India got all out for 387 in the first innings. Stokes was also adjudged Player of the Match for his scores of 44 and 33 in two innings respectively and figures of 5/111 in the after losing third Test, India are desperate to make a comeback in the series in the fourth match. It remains to be seen what changes will they make to their playing XI as they aim to level the series in Manchester Test set to begin from July 23.- EndsMust Watch
News18
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Fell For Sister's Friend, Dated 7 Years, Then Married: Ajinkya Rahane's Love Story
A Romance Years In The Making Their close friendship gradually turned into love in 2007, as they spent more time together during college and on various outings. After dating for seven years, Ajinkya Rahane and Radhika Dhopavkar decided to formalise their relationship. Interestingly, both lived in the same housing society, and their families were already closely acquainted. Radhika Dhopavkar and Ajinkya Rahane's sister were also collegemates. A Unique Wedding Day The couple tied the knot in a traditional Marathi ceremony in Mumbai on September 26, 2014. The wedding was attended by numerous cricketers and over 1,500 guests. However, the day wasn't without its quirks; Ajinkya Rahane arrived wearing a T-shirt and jeans, much to Radhika Dhopavkar's displeasure. He later changed into full wedding attire, but the moment became a memorable part of their story. Life Beyond The Pitch Radhika Dhopavkar pursued her studies in interior design at Vinayak Ganesh Vaze College in Mumbai. A constant support in Ajinkya Rahane's life, she is frequently seen at his matches and on tours, often referred to as his biggest fan. The couple welcomed their daughter, Arya, in October 2019, followed by their son, Raghav, in October 2022. Standing Strong Through Challenges
Express Tribune
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
No response from selectors: Rahane
Veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane remains determined to make a return to Test cricket, despite not featuring in the format for nearly two years and receiving no communication from the selectors. Speaking to Sky Sports in an interview with Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton, Rahane emphasised his enduring passion for red-ball cricket. "I still want to play Test cricket," Rahane said. "I'm really passionate about it and enjoying my game at the moment. I'm here in London just for a few days, but I brought my trainers and workout gear to stay fit. Our domestic season is around the corner, and preparations have begun," he added. When asked about the challenges of a comeback — especially with the team management now leaning toward younger players following the Test retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma — the 37-year-old remained composed, stressing that he's focused on things within his control. With Shubman Gill now occupying Kohli's No. 4 spot and Rishabh Pant slotted in at No. 5 as vice-captain, KL Rahul appears to be the only member of the previous core still in the selectors' plans. Despite this, the top-order batter remains hopeful and committed to domestic cricket as a pathway back into the Test side. Since losing his place in the Indian Test squad, he has led Mumbai in two successive Ranji Trophy seasons, guiding them to their 42nd title in 2023-24 and a runners-up finish in 2024-25. He also featured in Mumbai's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy-winning campaign. In the 2024-25 Ranji season, the right-handed batter scored 467 runs in 14 innings at an average of 35.92, including one century and a fifty. He was also the top scorer for Kolkata Knight Riders in a disappointing IPL 2025 season, amassing 390 runs in 14 innings at a strike rate of 147.27, as the team finished eighth out of ten. "For me, it's all about focusing on the controllable things," he said. "Honestly, I tried to reach out to the selectors, but there was no response. As a player, all I can do is keep playing, keep enjoying the game, and give my best every time. I love playing Test cricket, I love red-ball cricket ...it's a passion. The love for the game keeps me going," he concluded.
