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NDTV
11 hours ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Anshul Kamboj Reacts After Making India Debut In Manchester Test: "Can't Express It..."
Indian pacer Anshul Kamboj showed his excitement and humility after being picked in place of injured Akash Deep for the fourth Test against England in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series at Old Trafford in Manchester on Wednesday. 'The feeling is surreal. So much that I can't express it in words. I will just look to do better as much as I can,' said the 24-year-old fast bowler in a video shared by the BCCI, shortly after receiving his Test cap from former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta. Just a week ago, Kamboj was training in Karnal with a Dukes ball, hoping that his chance would come soon. When injuries hit India's pace attack ahead of the Manchester Test, the selectors turned to Kamboj — a consistent performer in domestic cricket over the past few seasons. On Wednesday, he became India's 318th Test player, replacing the injured Akash Deep, who is suffering from a groin injury. Kamboj, a right-handed batter and a right-handed medium pacer, first caught the attention of fans and selectors last season during the Ranji Trophy, when he took all 10 wickets in an innings for Haryana against Kerala — a rare achievement in Indian cricket. Since then, he has grown steadily. In 24 first-class matches so far, he has taken 79 wickets and also contributed useful runs down the order. His recent performance for India 'A' against the England Lions further strengthened his case. In a four-day game in Northampton last month, he picked up two wickets in each innings and remained unbeaten on 51 in the second innings, showing calmness and control with both bat and ball. Kamboj, who represented Mumbai Indians in 2025, was part of the Chennai Super Kings squad in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, playing under MS Dhoni. He picked up eight wickets in eight matches, but Test cricket has always been his biggest goal.
News18
14 hours ago
- Sport
- News18
'Can't Express My Feelings In Words': BCCI Welcomes Anshul Kamboj To Test Cricket
Anshul Kamboj made his Test debut for India against England at Old Trafford on Wednesday. Just a week ago, Anshul Kamboj was training in Karnal with the Dukes ball he brought with him from England. The world noticed him performing promisingly against the England Lions, but nobody had thought he would be making his Test debut in England in the coming days. As India ran out of bowling options due to injuries, they summoned Kamboj ahead of the fourth Test at Old Trafford and on Wednesday, he became the 318 th player to represent India in Test cricket. Meanwhile, the BCCI shared a video to announce Kamboj's entry to international cricket. The speedster could be seen sharing a laugh with senior pacer Jasprit Bumrah, getting ready for the Test match in Manchester, getting his debut cap from former India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta and also sharing his thoughts on representing the country in the longest format of the game. Anshul Kamboj grabbed headlines last season when he took all 10 wickets in an innings during a Ranji Trophy match for Haryana against Kerala in Rohtak—a rare feat in Indian domestic cricket. In total, he has played 24 first-class matches so far, picking up 79 wickets and scoring 486 runs. He was last seen in action for India A in a four-day game against the England Lions in Northampton from June 6 to 9, 2025. It was a solid all-round show from him—two wickets in each innings and an unbeaten 51 with the bat in the second, helping India A draw the match. Kamboj is part of the Chennai Super Kings setup in the IPL. He was bought for ₹3.40 crore in the mega auction last year. He made his debut for CSK against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 11, 2025, in Chennai and picked up a wicket. He went on to play eight matches in the season, finishing with as many wickets under the leadership of MS Dhoni. In the past three years, Kamboj has steadily grown in domestic cricket. Along with the 79 wickets, he has a couple of five-wicket hauls and a highest score of 51\*—the one he made against the Lions. With both bat and ball, the young all-rounder has shown he's ready for bigger challenges. view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 18:57 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.
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
'Can't express in words': How Anshul Kamboj spent his last 48 hours before India Test debut
Anshul Kamboj gets Test debut (PTI Photo) The last 48 hours have been nothing short of a whirlwind for Anshul Kamboj, India's newest Test cricketer. The 24-year-old seamer from Haryana made his much-anticipated debut in the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, Manchester, becoming India's 318th Test player. Receiving his cap from former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta, Kamboj described the moment as 'unreal' and beyond words. "It's such a good feeling that I can't even explain it, I don't know how to express it in words. I just want to do my best, as much as I can," Kamboj said in a video shared by the BCCI . Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Dasgupta added heartfelt words during the cap ceremony: "Congratulations, Anshul. Indian cricketer, number 318. You deserve every bit of it. So enjoy yourself. All the best. Congratulations again." Watch: Kamboj's rise has been remarkable. Known for his ability to swing the ball and maintain discipline, he has been a consistent performer in domestic cricket. Poll Do you believe Kamboj has what it takes to be a long-term player for India? Yes No His inclusion came after a series of impressive outings for India A, particularly in the unofficial Tests against the England Lions. READ ALSO: Anshul Kamboj turns ailing father's faith into India Test cap: 'Beta tappa pakad ke daalta reh' Interestingly, Kamboj shares a unique connection with legendary spinner Anil Kumble. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Washington week is here - Watch live tennis from the US capital all week Tennis TV Watch Now Undo Kumble made his Test debut in Manchester back in 1990, and like Kumble, Kamboj also has a 10-wicket haul, a rare feat for any bowler. On the opening day, England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and chose to bowl first, looking to extend England's 2-1 lead in the series. India made three changes to their XI, with Sai Sudharsan, Shardul Thakur, and Kamboj coming in for Karun, Akash Deep, and Reddy. The stage is now set for Kamboj to make his mark, as India look to fight back and level the series. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Time of India
Stunts on Thar cost youths dear in Mohali
1 2 Mohali: A group of youths landed in trouble after a viral video showed them creating a nuisance by performing stunts in a Thar at the bustling Phase 3B2 market. The vehicle was seized, and a fine of Rs 35,000 was imposed by Mataur police. The video, which quickly spread across social media platforms, captured the youths playing loud music, sitting atop the moving SUV, and making comments at bystanders late at night. The footage sparked public outrage and drew the attention of local law enforcement. Amandeep Singh Kamboj, station house officer (SHO) of Mataur police station, said, "The video clearly shows reckless behaviour and public disturbance. The Thar was located, and the youth driving it was summoned to the police station. The vehicle was seized, and a challan of Rs 35,000 was issued." The SHO further said the youth, a resident of Kharar, failed to produce valid documents for the vehicle, which bears a Chandigarh registration number. "This market is frequented by families and visitors from neighbouring areas. Our priority is to maintain a safe and peaceful environment. Any similar act of hooliganism in public places will be dealt with strictly," SHO Kamboj warned. Police have reiterated that public places are not meant for stunts or social media reels, and such actions will attract strict legal and penal consequences. MSID:: 122840227 413 |
Mint
15 hours ago
- Sport
- Mint
IND vs ENG: What led Shubman Gill, Gautam Gambhir to prefer rookie Anshul Kamboj over Prasidh Krishna in 4th Test?
Despite an impressive show for India A during their tour of England last month, Anshul Kamboj didn't find a place in the Indian squad for the five-match Test series against England. But, as luck would have it, Kamboj was called from India to join the senior squad ahead of the fourth Test in Manchester. With pacers Akash Deep and Arshdeep Singh both injured, captain Shubman Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir decided to hand the Haryana pacer his debut India cap at Old Trafford - just three years after making his first-clash debut with Haryana. Besides Kamboj, India have also brought in Sai Sudharsan and Shardhul Thakur as other changes. However, the biggest question is what made Gill and Gambhir to show trust in Kamboj over an experienced Prasidh Krishna, who played the first two games in Leeds and Birmingham. In the two games for India A, Kamboj might not have got load of wickets, but the right-arm pacer was impressive in containing the flow of runs against England Lions. Kamboj took five wickets in two games. But what impressed Gill and Gambhir was Kamboj's ability to score runs while batting at no.9. In the second unofficial Test against England Lions in Northampton, Kamboj scored 51 not out in 86 balls an forged a 149-run stand (179 balls) for the unbroken eighth-wicket stand along with Tanush Kotian. Kamboj's knock included five fours and a six. On the other hand, Krishna was guilty of leaking runs in both the Tests he played. In the first Test in Leeds, Krishna conceded 220 runs for his five wickets, while he gave away 111 runs for one wicket in Birmingham. In all the three Tests so far, India have struggled with their lower-order batting and Kamboj's inclusion gives Indian management a confidence with the bat to add those extra runs.
