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Time of India
7 days ago
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- Time of India
IND vs ENG: Navjot Singh Sidhu predicts India's XI for crucial Manchester Test; calls Mohammed Siraj 'unsung hero'
Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill ahead of the fourth Test. (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: As India gear up for a must-win fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu has weighed in with his predicted playing XI, calling for Sai Sudharsan's return and expressing doubts over Karun Nair's place in the side. With India trailing 1-2 in the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, the team's selection decisions ahead of Wednesday's Test have become a major talking point — particularly in light of Nitish Reddy's injury and doubts over pacers Akash Deep and Arshdeep Singh. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! On his YouTube channel, Sidhu endorsed a lineup that included Sudharsan, dropped after a modest debut (0 and 30) in the first Test, and left out since. 'Karun Nair is a promising cricketer, but his technical weakness has been exposed,' said Sidhu. 'When you think of winning, I ask — what is the fault of Sai Sudharsan?' Did Sai Sudharsan confirm his India Playing XI spot on eve of the match? He hailed Sudharsan's recent domestic and IPL form, saying, 'You have one of the most promising players in India. He's technically sound — low gravity, hand-eye coordination, and head over toe. Why shouldn't he be in the team?' Sidhu's predicted India XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, Karun Nair, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Anshul Kamboj. He also showered praise on Mohammed Siraj, calling him the unsung hero of India's pace unit: 'Siraj has bowled over 900 overs since 2020. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Do you have a mouse? Desert Order Undo He's played 25 out of 27 overseas games. Controlled pace in England is key — and Siraj brings that in abundance.' Meanwhile, skipper Shubman Gill backed Nair, saying: 'He didn't bat at his number in the first game. We've had conversations with him, and he will turn it around.' Shubman Gill explosive press conference: Hits back at England and big revelation on India Playing XI With the series on the line and India's middle order under the scanner, the final XI remains to be seen. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
23-07-2025
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- Time of India
IND vs ENG 4th Test: 'What is Sai Sudharsan's fault?' — Former India cricketer backs recall as Karun Nair's flaws exposed
NEW DELHI: With India trailing 1-2 in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy and the fourth Test at Old Trafford looming large, selection debates have intensified, especially around Karun Nair's place in the XI. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu has openly questioned Nair's inclusion, urging the team management to give promising youngster Sai Sudharsan another opportunity. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. Nair, making a highly anticipated comeback to Test cricket after eight years, has failed to make a mark, scoring just 131 runs in six innings at an average of 21.83. Despite showing glimpses of his strokeplay, the 33-year-old has not been able to convert starts into match-defining innings. Did Sai Sudharsan confirm his India Playing XI spot on eve of the match? 'Karun Nair has played three Test matches. He is a very promising cricketer, but his technical weakness has been exposed,' Sidhu said on his YouTube channel. 'The big question is whether you will go to win or to build a team. When you think of winning, I think what is the fault of Sai Sudharsan?' Poll Should Sai Sudharsan replace Karun Nair in the Test XI? Yes, he deserves a chance No, Nair should be given more opportunities Sidhu also praised Sudharsan's recent form, saying: 'You have one of the most promising players of India who won the Orange Cap. Yes, there is no connection whatsoever between IPL and Test cricket, but he was in form. Technically, one of the soundest low-gravity batsmen, whose hand-eye co-ordination and head is always completely above the toe, and a left-hander. Why shouldn't he come to the team?' 23-year-old Sudharsan made his Test debut in the first match of the series, scoring 0 and 30, and has been benched since. Shubman Gill explosive press conference: Hits back at England and big revelation on India Playing XI However, India captain Shubman Gill came out in support of Nair, expressing confidence in his abilities. 'He didn't bat at his number in the first game and we have had conversations with him, and he will turn it around,' Gill said during the pre-match press conference. Gill emphasised that Nair remains an integral part of the batting group, especially after the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from the format. With India facing a must-win scenario, the team's middle-order combination will be under the scanner — and Nair's performance, if picked, could well define his second coming.
Time of India
11-07-2025
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- Time of India
IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Ben Stokes and Rishabh Pant fitness update
England captain and India's wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant both suffered injuries during the opening day of the third Test match at Lord's on July 10, 2025, raising concerns for both teams. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now England finished the day at 251/4 with Joe Root unbeaten on 99 and Stokes on 39, while Pant had to leave the field after hurting his finger. Stokes appeared to be struggling with a groin injury while batting, requiring on-field medical treatment and showing visible difficulty running between wickets during his partnership with former captain Joe Root. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The England team remains hopeful about their captain's condition, with teammate Ollie Pope expressing optimism about Stokes' recovery. "Fingers crossed he can do something magic and come back strong," Pope said regarding Stokes' condition. "I've not seen him since, so fingers crossed there's nothing too serious. But clearly we've got a big Test over the next four days and we've got a big two (at Old Trafford and The Oval) coming up as well, so it is important to try and manage him." Rishabh Pant: On talking to himself, stump mic chatter and India Playing XI The Indian team faced their own setback when Rishabh Pant injured his finger while keeping wickets. The incident occurred when he attempted to stop a wayward delivery from fast bowler that went down the leg side. Despite the initial appearance of the injury being minor, Pant was forced to leave the field after receiving treatment. Dhruv Jurel took over the wicketkeeping duties for the remainder of the day. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) acknowledged the injury through their social media channels but did not provide detailed information about its severity. The BCCI's official update stated: "Update: #TeamIndia vice-captain Rishabh Pant got hit on his left index finger. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He is receiving treatment at the moment and under the supervision of the medical team. Dhruv Jurel is currently keeping wickets in Rishabh's absence." When questioned about Pant's condition during the post-day press conference, Indian all-rounder Reddy was unable to provide additional details. Poll Which player do you think is more crucial for their team in this Test match? Ben Stokes Rishabh Pant Both are equally crucial "To be honest I just came off the field and I don't know anything about it," Reddy said. "I haven't heard anything, but we will hear more tomorrow morning before we go back." The injuries to both players could potentially impact the remainder of the Test match, which is a crucial contest in the series. Both teams are awaiting further assessment of their respective players' conditions. England's performance on the opening day showed resilience, with Root and Stokes steadying the innings after early breakthroughs by the Indian bowlers. Despite his injury concerns, Stokes remained at the crease with Root as they built an unbroken partnership. The extent of both players' injuries and their availability for the remainder of the match will be crucial factors as the Test progresses at Lord's, with both teams hoping for positive news about their key players. The series continues to be significant for both teams, with upcoming matches scheduled at Old Trafford and The Oval following this Lord's Test match.
Time of India
10-07-2025
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- Time of India
IND vs ENG 3rd Test: 'It just...' - Rishabh Pant reveals the reason behind losing his bat during Edgbaston Test
India's Rishabh Pant, left, is given his bat back by England's Brydon Carse during day four of the second cricket test match between England and India at Edgbaston in Birmingham, England, Saturday, July 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Scott Heppell) Jos Buttler, in his podcast with Stuart Broad, revealed how he stops everything and watches whenever Rishabh Pant walks out to bat. India vs England, 3rd Test Live Score It's not just Pant's batting and Strokeplay that excite everyone—it's also his on-field antics, whether it's talking to himself, losing balance while playing a shot, or even losing his bat while batting. 'For me personally, I don't think about throwing away my bat,' Pant told broadcasters before the start of the day's play at Lord's. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! 'At the same time, when I am in the moment, it just happens with me, man. 'The moment happens, everything happens… I am too focused on making it happen rather than just letting it go.' When coaxed about his thought process as he walks out to bat, the wicketkeeper-batter said: 'When I am sitting out, I make plans—observe how the wicket is playing and all. How the bowlers are bowling, how the wicket is behaving. Then obviously play a few balls, get a feel of the wicket, and make a basic plan.' Pant is having an excellent series so far. The southpaw has scored 342 runs in four innings, including two centuries—one in each innings at Headingley. Ahead of the Lord's Test, starting Thursday, Pant said the ball has become a big problem and it's not good for the game. Rishabh Pant: On talking to himself, stump mic chatter and India Playing XI 'The gauge (to measure the balls) should be the same—whether it's Dukes or Kookaburra. But it would be better if it was smaller (laughs). The balls are giving so much trouble. Definitely, I feel it's a big problem because the ball is getting out of shape,' said Pant. 'What I've seen is that the ball is getting deformed too much. That has never happened to me before. It's definitely irritating for the players because every ball plays differently. When it becomes softer, sometimes it doesn't do much. But as soon as they change the ball, it starts doing a lot. 'As a batsman, you've got to keep adjusting to it. But at the same time, I feel it's not good for cricket anyway,' said the explosive batter. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Time of India
02-07-2025
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- Time of India
Anjum Moudgil, Saurabh Chaudhary back in India reckoning after shooting trials
Anjum Moudgil NEW DELHI: Olympian shooters Anjum Moudgil and Saurabh Chaudhary are back in reckoning for India team spots along with world championship bronze medallist Mehuli Ghosh, following their encouraging performances in the National Selection Trials 3&4 for rifle and pistol in Dehradun recently. India's leading female rifle shooter and two-time Olympian Anjum had missed out on the first half of the international season comprising three World Cups, but following her fine showing in the 50m rifle 3-positions event she is back among the top-three having replaced Paris Olympian Shriyanka Sadangi, as per the National Rifle Association of India's latest domestic rankings list for Group A (eligible for India selection) shooters. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! World record holder Sift Kaur Samra remains the top-ranked 3P woman shooter in the country with an average of 593.38, followed by Ashi Chouksey (592.25) and Anjum (591.68). Shriyanka (589.90), Mehuli (588.58), and Surabhi Bharadwaj (588.08) complete the top six in the highly-competitive field. Former Asian Games gold medallist Chaudhary is back as India No.1 in men's 10m air pistol with an average score of 583.93, followed by Aditya Malra (582.75) and Anmol Jain (582.33). Amit Sharma (582), Nishant Rawat (582), and Samrat Rana (581.45) are fourth, fifth and sixth respectively. Among 10m air rifle shooters, 2024 Asian Championship gold medallist Mehuli has regained the domestic No. 1 spot with an average of 633.65, followed by Elavenil Valarivan (633.28) and Ananya Naidu (632.83). Arya Rajesh Borse (632.25), Ramita (632.05), and Sonam Uttam Maskar (631.60) also feature in the top six. In women's 10m air pistol, Suruchi continues to dominate the national circuit with an average score of 588.25. She enjoying a nearly 10-point lead over her No.2 Palak (578.38). Paris Olympics double bronze medallist Manu Bhaker and Surbhi Rao both average 578 after the trials. Rhythm Sangwan (577.88) and Esha Singh (577.83) follow closely at fifth and sixth spots, respectively. When Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir looked at the pitch to decide India Playing XI Manu, who skipped T3 and T4 rounds, continues to lead the 25m sports pistol rankings with an average score of 588.65. Simranpreet Kaur Brar (583.75), Esha Singh (583.50), Rahi Sarnobat (582.28), Abhidnya Patil (580.43), and Divya T.S. (580.38) round off the top six. Anish Bhanwala, after winning Trials 3&4, is the No.1 25m rapid-fire pistol marksman with an average of 581.25. He is followed by Neeraj Kumar (578.75) and Adarsh Singh (578.55). The next three spots are held by Bhavesh Shekhawat (576.63), Pradeep Singh Shekhawat (576.30), and Mandeep Singh (576.00). In men's 10m air rifle, reigning Asian champion Rudrankksh Patil sits on top with an average of 633.98, just 0.58 ahead of Arjun Babuta (633.40). Kiran Jadhav, with an average score of 632.35 tops, is third. Chain Singh retains the top spot in men's 3P event with average score of 592.63, while Olympian Akhil Sheoran (591.35) is second and Aishwary Pratap Singh is third. Niraj Kumar (591.25), Paris Olympic bronze medallist Swapnil Kushale (589.15), and Army Marksmanship Unit's Babu Singh (587.05) complete the top six. PTI Rewrite Article Translate Article Publish Article Publish Articlebeta Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
