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Indian Express
5 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
India vs England ODI series: Harmanpreet Kaur relishing good headache in important series for World Cup prep
After a confidence-boosting T20I series win, the real test is here for Harmanpreet Kaur's side as they take on England in three crucial ODIs in the lead-up to the World Cup which is just over two months away. With only three matches left on their schedule – at home against Australia in September just before the marquee home tournament – this series is pretty much the last opportunity for the Indian management to nail down their combinations. And Harmanpreet sees it as a 'good headache' to have after a while, with quite a few players enjoying a good run of form. For starters, Pratika Rawal is expected to slot right back into the XI after not being part of the T20I squad. The Delhi opener has struck a dream combination with Smriti Mandhana at the top of the order. In 11 matches together, they have scored 968 runs for the opening partnership at an average of 88, with four 100-run stands. It is already in the top 10 for partnerships total for India in women's ODIs, and better than Mandhana and Shafali Verma's tally of 893 runs in 25 matches. With head coach Amol Muzumdar saying Shafali is also still in the mix for the World Cup, after her good run in the T20I series, Pratika will have the chance to remind why she deserves to keep her spot in the top order. The captain also had plenty of praise for her two left-arm spinners Sree Charani and Radha Yadav, the rookie and the returning veteran. While Charani has risen to the ranks quickly in both white-ball formats, Radha's bowling and fielding during the T20Is augurs well too, after being drafted into the squad in place of the injured Shuchi Upadhyay. 'Everything is quite settled and everybody knows their roles, what they're going to do and (understand about) their positions. A lot of clarity is there compared to what we had previously,' Harmanpreet said in the pre-series press conference. 'After a long time, it's a (good) headache that everyone is doing well and we are getting an option to choose the best team. Before this, we didn't have so many options. (The) credit goes to Pratika (Rawal) and Shafali (Verma), the kind of performances they are coming up with. Harleen, too, whenever she has gotten the opportunity, has shown that she can be good for the team and bat responsibly.' For Pratika, a first international series away from the subcontinent will be the biggest challenge of her brief career. And she has been in England for over a week now to get accilmatised. 'I came on July 6, and I had my first net session in Manchester, when I was batting there, I sensed that the ball was skidding,' Pratika told 'Also, the bounce was a bit more as compared to the Indian wickets. So, I was able to assess in which areas I could place the ball and score runs accordingly. Also, back home, I was practising on astro (turf) wickets so that I could get used to the bounce. I have had a lot of conversations with Harman di, Smriti di, and Amol sir, to understand conditions better, and strategically which areas I can play according to my strengths so that I can counter the English pace bowlers.' From the squad that won the Tri-Series in Sri Lanka recently, India are likely to retain a majority of the XI as Harmanpreet hinted at retaining a four-pronged spin attack that worked in the T20Is too and possibly a toss-up between Arundhati Reddy and Kranti Goud for the second seamer spot alongside the impressive Amanjot Kaur. Whoever does make the cut for the playing XI in these three matches will be auditioning for their spots in the World Cup squad, adding heft to what should be a hard-fought series between two of the top three teams in the world. India's ODI Squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (WK), Yastika Bhatia (WK), Tejal Hasabnis, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Sree Charani, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Goud, Sayali Satghare, Radha Yadav Fixtures: 1st ODI: Southampton (The Rose Bowl), 5.30 pm, July 16; 2nd ODI: London (Lord's), 3.30 pm IST, July 19; 3rd ODI: Chester-le-Street (Riverside Ground), 5.30 pm IST, July 22. Vinayakk Mohanarangan is Senior Assistant Editor and is based in New Delhi. ... Read More
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Not his double ton or Akash Deep's 10-fer! Shubman Gill shares most special Edgbaston moment
India's captain Shubman Gill waves to the fans after their win against England on day five of the second cricket test match at Edgbaston in Birmingham, England. (AP/PTI)(AP07_06_2025_000446B) After leading India to a thumping 337-run victory over England at Edgbaston, captain Shubman Gill shared his emotions on what he called one of the happiest moments of his cricketing journey so far. 'I was meant to take the last catch of this match and I'm very content and happy with how we were able to finish,' Gill said on Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! 'But I think three more important matches are to come, and a quick turnaround is good for us because the momentum is now with us,' Gill added, with his voice reflecting both relief and pride. Gill underlined how India's all-round performance had set the tone for this triumph. 'In this match, the way everyone came and contributed with the ball and bat, those are huge positives. When different people step up at different stages, that's what you want. That's what makes a champion team. Those were some great signs for us,' he said. Soaking it all in with Shubman Gill 😊 Pitch side with the #TeamIndia Captain after the historic Test win at Edgbaston 🙌 #ENGvIND | @ShubmanGill — BCCI (@BCCI) July 7, 2025 For Gill, this victory held deeper significance. 'We have worked very hard to be in this position. Over the past six to eight months, I know how hard it was to get a Test win, especially to do it here where we hadn't won a Test ever. "I just want to say I'm very proud of everyone. On Day One, we mentioned it was going to take each and every one of us to win a Test in this country, and everyone contributed. Shubman Gill, Gautam Gambhir shut critics with thumping win over England "This is something that I would cherish for the rest of my life, probably whenever I would retire, I think this would be one of my most happiest memories While his own double century and Akash Deep's ten-wicket haul will be remembered, Gill revealed the moment he would treasure the most. 'But the most special thing for me in this Test match was Siraj's catch on the final day,' he said, highlighting how simple moments of brilliance can define an unforgettable team victory. The series is locked at 1-1 and the third Test will be played at Lord's, starting from Thursday. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'Do bhai...': Arshdeep Singh addresses Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep with a new moniker
India's Akash Deep, right, chats with teammate Mohammed Siraj after their win against England on day five of the second cricket test match at Edgbaston in Birmingham, England, Sunday, July 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Scott Heppell) Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj played a pivotal role in India's 337-run win over England in the second Test at Edgbaston. The duo shared 17 wickets between them on a placid track, where bowlers had hardly anything throughout the five days. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Akash Deep, who came as Bumrah's replacement in this Test, bagged his maiden five-wicket haul of 6 for 99, dismissing England for 271 in their second innings. He took 10 in the match, and became only the second Indian bowler since Chetan Sharma in 1986 to finish the match with a 10-wicket haul. Meanwhile, Mohammed Siraj picked up seven wickets, including a six-fer. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Arshdeep Singh (@_arshdeep.singh__) After the match, left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh shared a video on social media, which has gone viral. In the video, both Akash Deep and Siraj can be seen standing with the match souvenir, and Arshdeep has given the duo a new moniker. 'Do bhai dono tabaahi (Two brothers, both destructive),' Arshdeep said, which left Siraj and Akash Deep in splits. Akash Deep press conference: On replacing Jasprit Bumrah, message from Gautam Gambhir and more Earlier in the Test, when Siraj bagged a fifer and was giving an interview to BCCI .tv, the left-arm seamer was again at his best. Arshdeep intervened and said: 'Now change your dialogue. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3BHK Transformation Possible for ₹4.5 Lakh? HomeLane Get Quote Undo I only believe in myself and Jassi bhai.' The comment was on Siraj's famous quote after India won the T20 World Cup in Barbados in 2024. After winning the trophy, Siraj had said: 'I only believe in Jassi bhai, the game-changing player he is.' With the series level at 1-1, the third Test will be played at Lord's, starting from Thursday. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Indian Express
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Indian Express
‘Life has come full circle in England': Comeback man Karun Nair ahead of first ENG vs IND Test
When India takes on England in the first Test at Headingley in Leeds, it will also potentially mark the end of an eight-year wait for Karun Nair to make a comeback into the national side. The middle-order batter believes his life has 'come to a full cricle' after having been dropped from the Indian Test team in England to making a comeback in England after eight long years. 'Life has come a full circle because I went out of the team in England and now I'm coming back into the team in England. So it's been a while and I'm trying to embrace that,' said Nair ahead of the first Test to The Karnataka batter who now represents Vidarbha in the domestic circuit, justified his India call-up after scoring a double century for India A in the unofficial Test against England Lions in Canterbury. 'My first thought when I woke up was I want to play Test cricket, I want to play for India again. That's probably what kept me going and kept me hungry. The driving force, go to training every day, go to practice every day. I had a goal of I want to play Test cricket again and I was always looking at playing Test cricket and every day, every morning I used to wake up thinking what should I do to reach that goal,' said Nair. Nair is expected to fill the void in the middle-order after Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli announced their retirements from this format last month. 'Never losing that belief and having that target to reach was something that helped me. Feeling honoured to wear this jersey and honoured to be representing my country. When I saw everyone for the first time, that's when I really, you know, felt it that I'm finally in the team. Till then it was like a wait for me to kind of start feeling like I've made it again. It's been a few years, I used to always watch everyone on TV, now to be back again in this dressing room feels amazing. You know, getting that first session under the belt was relief, grateful to get that opportunity,' he said. An emotional yet confident Nair said he is now more forgiving of himself and more patient in life. 'Enjoying the feeling of being with everyone. Enjoying the feeling of wearing this jersey. Just going out there and having fun with everyone in the group and trying our best to win games for our country. Mentally, I'm more patient and I'm more forgiving of myself. I've learnt to enjoy small things a little more. You know, not trying to be someone that I'm not. I've always tried to keep it very simple. Always think about the positive and have certain goals in mind, visualise thing and have real belief in what you visualise,' he said.
Hindustan Times
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
'Playing alongside those two is very comforting': Karun Nair plots Test redemption with oldest allies in India squad
Comeback king Karun Nair has been one of the main attractions for Indian Test cricket fans in this post-Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma era. Nair's comeback comes eight years after he last played in the format for India. Nair also justified with his return by scoring a double century for India A, in their preparatory unoffcial Test vs England Lions in Canterbury. In the upcoming Test series in England, which is scheduled to begin on Friday in Leeds, Nair is expected to be part of a new-look top-order, which won't have Kohli and Rohit, who annoucned their retirements from the format recently. Speaking ahead of the first Test, Nair opened up on his comeback after stunning domestic performances. Speaking to he said, 'My first thought when I woke up was I want to play test cricket, I want to play for India again. That's probably what kept me going and kept me hungry. The driving force, go to training every day, go to practice every day. I had a goal of I want to play test cricket again and I was always looking at playing test cricket and every day, every morning I used to wake up thinking what should I do to reach that goal.' 'Never losing that belief and having that target to reach was something that helped me. Feeling honored to wear this jersey and honored to be representing my country. 'When I saw everyone for the first time, that's when I really, you know, felt it that I'm finally in the team. Till then it was like a wait for me to kind of start feeling like I've made it again. It's been a few years, I used to always watch everyone on TV, now to be back again in this dressing room feels amazing. You know, getting that first session under the belt was relief, grateful to get that opportunity. Life has come a full circle because I went out of the team in England and now I'm coming back into the team in England. So it's been a while and I'm trying to embrace that.' Nair also rejoiced the fact that he would be sharing the dressing room with KL Rahul and Prasidh Krishna, revealing that they have played together since childhood. 'I try to keep it very simple, always think about the positive, have certain goals in mind, visualize things and have real belief in what you visualize. Playing alongside Rahul and Prasidh is also a very comforting factor. We've played cricket for so many years since probably we were young kids and grew up together,' he said. Nair's return comes after he registered 863 runs at 53.93 for Vidarbha's Ranji Trophy-winning team. Before that, he smacked five tons in eight innings at an average of 389.50 at the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
