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News18
13 hours ago
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- News18
Who Is Anshul Kamboj? All You Need To Know About India's 318th Test Cricketer
Last Updated: Anshul Kamboj is making his international debut for India in Manchester. The 24-year-old fast bowler from Karnal has replaced Akash Deep in the playing XI. 24-year-old Anshul Kamboj, who was added to India's Test squad for the last two matches of the ongoing series against England, is making his debut for India on Wednesday (July 23) in Manchester. The right-arm medium pacer from Karnal has replaced Akash Deep in the playing XI for the Manchester Test. Anshul, who made headlines for taking all 10 wickets in an innings of a Ranji Trophy match for Haryana last year against Kerala in Rohtak, is the 318th cricketer to play Test cricket for India. He has 79 wickets to his name in 24 first-class matches played so far. He played his last competitive match for India A against England Lions in Northampton from June 6 to 9, 2025, and picked up two wickets in each innings, apart from scoring an unbeaten 51 runs with the bat in the second innings of the drawn match. In the IPL, Kamboj plays for Chennai Super Kings. He was signed for Rs 3.40 crore by the Chennai-based franchise in the mega auction last year. He made his CSK debut against the Kolkata Knight Riders in Chennai on April 11, 2025, and picked up one wicket. Overall, he finished the 2025 season with eight wickets in eight matches for the MS Dhoni-led side. Apart from CSK, Anshul played three matches for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024 and picked up two wickets. Kamboj's record in first-class cricket Anshul made his first-class debut for Haryana against Tripura at Palam A Stadium in Delhi on February 17, 2022. In that fixture, he scored 29 runs from 28 balls with the help of three sixes as a No. 9 batter and bowled 29 overs but failed to take any wicket. In his next Ranji Trophy match, which was played between Haryana and Punjab at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, Kamboj dismissed Prabhsimran Singh for a golden duck on the first ball of the match and finished with figures of 2/116 in 30 overs in the first innings. He scored 25 and 24 runs with the bat but failed to prevent his side from going down by 10 wickets. In the last three years, Kamboj has played a total of 24 matches in first-class cricket and dismissed a total of 79 batters in addition to scoring 486 runs with the bat. His career-best score is 51 not out, which he made against England Lions in the last match, and he has two five-wicket hauls to his name. In the 2024 edition of the Duleep Trophy, Kamboj played three matches for India C and dismissed 16 batters. view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 14:59 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
18 hours ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Sai Sudharsan rejects Shubman Gill's request to bat but confirmed to return in India's XI; Karun Nair won't be dropped
India captain Shubman Gill crossed Sai Sudharsan at one point in Old Trafford on Tuesday and asked: "Sai, nets?" When you are 1-2 down in the series and on the eve of the all-important fourth Test, your captain comes and asks whether you'd like to bat in the nets; generally, it's a no-brainer. You, of course, oblige. But not Sai Sudharsan. He rejected Shubman Gill's offer with a smile. India's Sai Sudharsan is se to be back in the XI in Manchester(AFP) Gill wasn't offended by any means. He, in fact, knew that Sai Sudharsan would never bat on the eve of the match, for he had stopped doing that since this year's IPL. And Gill, his captain, even in the Gujarat Titans, knew this very well. According to Cricbuzz, Sai Sudharsan, who loves to bat long hours in the nets in the lead-up to a match, showed tendencies of getting tired while batting for long in the middle during IPL 2024. The GT coaches observed this and told him to take it easy a day before the match, just to preserve energy. The switch came a year later. Sai Sudharsan would go hard in the nets, train, sprint and bat for hours two days before the match but would spend the next day relaxing. He was even given an option to stay back at the hotel but the left-hander from Tamil Nadu chose not to. He would travel with the team to the ground, do some light jogging and stretches but avoid batting completely. The method worked wonders as Sai ended up as the leading run-scorer of IPL 2025, and since then, he has carried on with his practice of not batting at all on the eve of a match. If Sai not batting on Tuesday didn't confirm his return to the India XI for the fourth Test in Manchester, him inspecting the pitch and doing shadow practice definitely did. This is another routine that Sai follows before a match. In order to get a feel of the centre, he walks up to the pitch, empty-handed and does shadow knocking. He did that twice on Tuesday -- once when the pitch was covered and the second time when the sun had peeped and the covers were taken off. Sai Sudharsan confirmed to play in Manchester, Karun Nair won't be dropped Sai made his debut in the series opener at Headingley. He was out for a duck in the first innings. In the second innings, he scored 30. It was, however, not enough to give him another chance in the second Test. That India changed the make-up of their side also contributed to Sai's exclusion from the XI. In Manchester, India are likely to use the Headingley template because of injuries to Akash Deep and Nitish Kumar Reddy. India head coach Gautam Gambhir prefers multiple batting and bowling options. Considering India's long tail, Gambhir would not want to promote Washington Sundar to No. 7 in the absence of Nitish Reddy. That's where Sai Sudharsan, a specialist batter, comes into the mix. This also means that Karun Nair is likely to get another opportunity in the XI despite six failures with the bat. But whether he would continue batting at No.3 or that spot would go to Sai, like in Headingley, remains to be seen. Young pacer Anushul Kamboj is another player who is all but confirmed to get into the XI. He is set to make his debut in place of the injured Akash Deep.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
'Rishabh Pant is the backbone of the team': Suresh Raina
(AP Photo) At just 27, Rishabh Pant has become one of India's most crucial assets in Test cricket—whether he's behind the stumps or not. A finger injury sustained during the third Test at Lord's ruled him out of wicketkeeping duties for the remainder of the match. But the team management's reported willingness to consider him solely as a batter for the Manchester Test speaks volumes about Pant's stature in red-ball cricket. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Few wicketkeepers command such a distinction. Even legends like Kumar Sangakkara and AB de Villiers made a gradual shift to full-time batting roles later in their careers. Pant, however, is already earning that consideration at 27—right in the thick of his physical and creative prime. Since debuting in 2018, Pant has delivered defining knocks across the globe: a century at The Oval, a counterpunching gem in Sydney, and the unforgettable 89* at Brisbane. His away record rivals that of the finest Indian keeper-batters. But what truly separates Pant from others is how he shapes the outcome of matches. He not only endures difficult phases but often seizes them with game-changing clarity. Injuries, rain, availability concerns: Team India on edge in Manchester | Exclusive updates ahead of 4th Test As Sanjay Manjrekar observed, 'What I loved in this series was Rishabh Pant showing that he can also bat like Cheteshwar Pujara. There is a solid defence. There is a temperament to play the waiting game. He is not just a dasher anymore.' That transformation has elevated Pant's value as a red-ball cricketer. The unwavering trust shown by team management—right from his traumatic car accident in 2022 to his successful return in IPL 2024—has only grown stronger. His dedication to fitness and tactical acumen has been acknowledged widely. India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate recently stated, 'I don't think one is going to keep Rishabh out of the Test, no matter what. He batted with quite a lot of pain in the third Test and it's only going to get easier and easier on his finger.' 'Keeping is obviously the last part of the process to make sure that he can keep.' Heading into the fifth Test against England, the idea of playing him purely as a batter is not just a stopgap—it's a tactical decision. Anshul Kamboj Joins India Nets After Nitish's Injury | Debut Incoming at Manchester? In an era where India has experimented with multiple keeper-batters, Pant has stood out with consistent and match-winning contributions. Even without the gloves, his place in the XI feels unquestioned—an extremely rare position in Indian Test cricket. Suresh Raina praised Pant, saying, 'Rishabh is the backbone of the team. He keeps the energy going from behind the stumps, helping with bowlers like Jadeja and Washington. But when he comes on to bat, no matter the situation, he plays freely. Even the opposition fielders take a step back. There's no stopping him.' As India brace for a must-win showdown at Old Trafford, Pant's presence could provide the middle order with much-needed stability—especially after a lacklustre outing by several senior batters at Lord's. His aggressive instincts against the second new ball could prove decisive in swinging momentum. Major Update on Rishabh Pant's Injury | All Set for 4th Test? | India vs England Raina further added, 'He is a once in a generation player who got the backing of his captain and selectors. The way Rohit Sharma supported him, gave him liberty to play his natural game, that is where the magic lies.' Regardless of whether he features as a specialist batter or a keeper, the mere discussion around Pant's dual threat marks a new milestone in his journey. From a bold youngster to now being hailed as India's greatest Test wicketkeeper, Pant is moving into an elite bracket—where performance, not position, earns you your spot. 'His off-stump game, the one-handed sixes, the defence and shots in the 'V'—all of it speaks to how clear his mind is,' Raina noted. 'Even in tough spells, like against Brydon Carse and Ben Stokes, he manoeuvred them smartly, waiting for his moment.' Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
The Hindu
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
The icing on the cake while covering a sport
More than a decade ago, my professor at journalism school advised us to always carry a few chocolates or an energy bar while we were on the field. This was to counter the uncertain world of day-to-day reporting, where both availability of food and windows to eat are erratic. However, I took up sports journalism, where a day is more structured. We know of events beforehand, and we usually cover a sport which has designated breaks for lunch and tea, and of late, even dinner. This has given us the opportunity to explore multiple culinary worlds. So much so that the lunch and tea spreads rank second in the list of our curiosities, just below the great sport itself. There are those who consider catering at stadiums as an enabler and not a main event. It helps scribes do their jobs without having to worry about filling their stomachs. It is a complimentary service, not a right. But cricket in India — at least at a majority of the stadiums — has such good arrangements for food that it has become an integral part of our experience. In this, I can say with authority — and can speak for a lot of others too — that Chennai and its iconic venue Chepauk ranks the best. It did when I worked there from 2012 to 2015, and it still did when I went back last year. During IPL 2024, one favourite dish was kalan pattani milagu peratal (mushrooms and green peas cooked in crushed black pepper and onion masala). It was rich and layered, in line with its long name and elaborate explanation. Bengaluru, my home city; Indore, widely regarded as the street food capital of India; and Ahmedabad, which I have visited often in the past two years, offer excellent spreads too. In fact, cricket reporters regularly upload photos of 'today's menu' on social media platforms, and two enthusiastic journalists even started a web portal to document each venue and the food it had to offer. A month ago, I landed in Leeds, United Kingdom, to cover the opening match of the ongoing five-match Test series between England and India. I had, of course, packed my usual set of ready-to-eat meals, but I was very much looking forward to the lunch and tea buffets at the famed cricket ground in Headingley. Mac and cheese and one boiled vegetable welcomed me on day one. With that, my bubble, which had swollen disproportionately because of years of pampering, burst immediately. The local press corps was upset with the cuisine too, and though things got better in the days ahead and the desserts were outstanding throughout, the first afternoon was a rough reminder that catering was indeed a service and not a right. My colleagues from other Indian media houses, who had past experience of covering cricket in England, assured me that I would be better off in Birmingham, the venue for the second Test. The West Midlands city has a significant Asian population and I was desperate to see that rich diversity reflect in my plate. The Industrial Revolution-era megapolis did not disappoint, with the first afternoon offering masala chickpea salad, Indian chopped salad, slow cooked carrots and broccoli, and home-made flavoured bread. To round it off, there was chocolate mint with chocolate mousse and egg custard tart, tickling my taste buds no end. Wimbledon, my last stop of the work tour, was predictable but perfect. From the menu to the chefs to the counter-managers in the media cafeteria, nothing had changed much since my first visit in 2019. The world famous strawberries and cream was inflation-proof from 2010 to 2024 at £2.50, and rose by 20 pennies only this edition. And like a champion tennis player's repeatable technique, the catering at the All England Club delivers every single time. A great service that everyone rightfully enjoys.
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India.com
07-07-2025
- Sport
- India.com
10 Big Players Traded To Mumbai Indians In IPL History: Hardik Pandya, Trent Boult, Parthiv Patel And...
photoDetails english 2928105 Updated:Jul 07, 2025, 11:42 PM IST 1. Hardik Pandya (Traded from Gujarat Titans) 1 / 10 Gujarat Titans traded their title-winning captain Hardik Pandya to Mumbai Indians for Rs 15 crore in an all-cash deal ahead of the IPL 2024 season. Pandya returned to MI, his original franchise, after leading Gujarat Titans to the IPL title in 2022 and this is considered as one of the biggest trades in league's history. It was a strategic move from Mumbai Indians to reclaim past glory but Hardik didn't have great success as MI captain in the last two IPL seasons. 2. Trent Boult (Traded from Delhi Capitals) 2 / 10 Delhi Capitals traded Trent Boult to Mumbai Indians for Rs 3.2 crore in an all-cash deal ahead of the IPL 2020 season. Boult's inclusion won MI the title in the very first year with the left-arm pacer taking 25 wickets, averaging 18.3 during the IPL 2020 season. 3. Quinton de Kock (Traded from RCB) 3 / 10 Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) traded Quinton de Kock to Mumbai Indians for Rs 2.8 crore in an all-cash deal after his underwhelming 2018 season. De Kock scored 529 runs in 2019 and 503 runs in 2020 and formed a formidable opening pair with Rohit Sharma and contributed to MI's titles in both years, making this trade a masterstroke. 4. Parthiv Patel (Traded from RCB) 4 / 10 Mumbai Indians traded for wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel from Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ahead of the IPL 2015 season. The move turned out to be fruitful for Mumbai Indians as Parthiv played a crucial role in MI's title wins in 2015 and 17 by providing the much-needed stability at the top of the order. 5. Dinesh Karthik (Traded from Punjab) 5 / 10 With Mumbai Indians needing a specialist wicket-keeper, the franchise signed Dinesh Karthik in a player-plus-cash deal with Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) in exchange for R Sathish ahead of the 2012 season. Karthik's experience and batting prowess played a key role in MI's first IPL title win in 2013, making him a key trade acquisition. Karthik smashed 510 runs in 16 games during IPL 2013 season. 6. Pragyan Ojha (Traded from Deccan Chargers) 6 / 10 Pragyan Ojha was traded from Deccan Chargers to Mumbai before the IPL 2012 season. Ojha filled a critical gap in MI's spin department and made a huge contribution in MI's first IPL title win in 2013 by taking 16 wickets in as many games. 7. Jason Behrendorff (Traded from RCB) 7 / 10 A member of the Mumbai Indians' victorious 2019 IPL winning team, Jason Behrendorff returned back to the franchise in a trade deal with Royal Challengers Bangalore. His impact at MI was immediate with his performances in IPL 2023, as the Aussie pacer claimed 14 wickets in 12 outings as a new-ball specialist. 8. Zaheer Khan (Traded from RCB) 8 / 10 Zaheer Khan was traded to Mumbai Indians from Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in exchange for Robin Uthappa ahead of the 2009 season. Zaheer picked six wickets in the 2009 edition and 15 scalps in the 2010 IPL edition, playing a major role in carrying MI to the final. 9. Shikhar Dhawan (Traded from Delhi) 9 / 10 Shikhar Dhawan was traded to Mumbai Indians in a straight-player swap with Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) with Ashish Nehra going the other way. Shikhar played for MI for two seasons (2009 and 2010) and registered 345 runs in 19 games across the IPL and the Champions League T20. 10. Jayant Yadav (Traded from Delhi Capitals) 10 / 10 Jayant Yadav was traded to Mumbai Indians from Delhi Capitals ahead of the 2019 IPL season. Yadav played a crucial role for MI in the IPL 2020 final as he picked the wicket of Shikhar Dhawan and was their most economical bowler in the match with just 25 runs conceded as they cantered to a win.
