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NDTV
2 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Rishabh Pant Arrives In Crutches Amid Doubts Over Fitness, Leaves Fans Concerned
Indian cricket team wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant arrived at Old Trafford in crutches during Day 5 of the fourth Test encounter against England on Sunday. Pant suffered a toe fracture on Day 1 of the ongoing match after he was hit by a ball from Chris Woakes. He immediately left the field to undergo scans but came back to bat on Day 2 as he slammed a gritty half-century. While Dhruv Jurel has keep wickets for India in Pant's absence, questioned remain over whether he will be batting in the second innings or not. With the match going down to the wire, fans were left concerned by the picture of Pant in crutches as it remains to be seen whether Pant will be able to bat with the injury once again. He's here — Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) July 27, 2025 Coming to the match, Pant did not feature for India in his usual batting position with both Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja coming out to bat ahead of him. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill carved his name alongside legends as he smashed his fourth century of the series, a superbly composed 103 on the final day of the fourth Test. With this hundred, Gill has now joined Don Bradman and Sunil Gavaskar as the only captains in Test history to score four centuries in a single series. Bradman had done it in the 1947-48 home series against India, while Gavaskar lit up the 1978-79 home series against the West Indies, but Gill has made this landmark on away soil and in his debut Test series as captain. No other player has ever scored four centuries in their first Test series as captain. The previous best stood at three, a mark shared by five greats of the game: Warwick Armstrong, Don Bradman, Greg Chappell, Virat Kohli, and Steven Smith. Gill, still just 25, has now gone one better and etched his name in history with a performance that has matched the game's finest. This Manchester century also holds personal and national significance. Gill's 103 is the first century by an Indian at Old Trafford in 35 years since a young Sachin Tendulkar 's iconic 119 in 1990. In terms of overall World Test Championship (WTC) numbers, Gill's record continues to grow stronger. He now has nine centuries in the WTC era, equalling Rohit Sharma 's tally, although Gill has done it in just 67 innings compared to Rohit's 69. As the series stands, Gill has already amassed an unbeaten 722 runs, surpassing Yashasvi Jaiswal 's 712 against England at home just last year. Only Sunil Gavaskar has scored more in a single Test series for India, with his 774 runs in the 1971 away tour of the West Indies and 732 at home in 1978-79. With the fifth Test still to come, Gill has every chance of surpassing both of Gavaskar's legendary marks.
India Today
16-06-2025
- Business
- India Today
5 wickets in 5 balls: Digvesh Rathi has Sanjeev Goenka hooked even after IPL
Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjeev Goenka is still hooked on Digvesh Rathi's antics on the cricket field. Goenka on Monday, June 16, took to X to share a viral clip of Rathi, who picked up 5 wickets in 5 straight balls in a local leg-spinner, who rose to prominence in the Indian Premier League's 2025 season, cut through the batters with his exceptional precision. While he clean bowled three batters during his spell, he also affected 2 LBWs to pick up 5 wickets in 5 mesmerised Goenka took to X to reveal his excitement. "Stumbled upon this clip of Digvesh Rathi taking 5 in 5 in a local T20 game. Just a glimpse of the talent that made him a breakout star for @LucknowIPL in IPL 2025," Sanjeev Goenka tweeted on upon this clip of Digvesh Rathi taking 5 in 5 in a local T20 game. Just a glimpse of the talent that made him a breakout star for @LucknowIPL in IPL 2025. Dr. Sanjiv Goenka (@DrSanjivGoenka) June 16, 2025While the balls that hit the stumps were without a doubt exceptional, the LBWs, on second watch, are slightly Rise of Digvesh RathiThe Indian Premier League season saw the emergence of several talented players. Digvesh Rathi was the most prominent name in that list after a sensational season with the Lucknow Super Giants. Acquired by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for a base price of Rs 30 lakh in the mega auction, Rathi made a significant impact in his debut being involved in controversy due to his unique "notebook" celebrations, which led to fines and a suspension, the young spinner managed to capture the attention of cricket fans and pundits played a crucial role for LSG, participating in 13 matches and ending as the team's highest wicket-taker with 14 scalps. His performance was notable given the high-scoring nature of the competition, where he maintained an economy rate of 8.25 and an average of 30.64. This impressive debut has marked him as a player to watch in future 25-year-old's bowling style, which mimics Sunil Narine, involves right-arm leg-break deliveries, has been praised for its effectiveness in big moments. Rathi's ability to rise to challenges and perform under pressure has been highlighted by many, including former cricketers who appreciate his bold approach to the Rathi's celebrations became a talking point, they also showcased his confidence and passion for the sport. His notebook gesture was seen as a unique way to express himself on the field, though it ultimately led to disciplinary Watch
Time of India
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'You've made me wait 18 years': Virat Kohli pens emotional message after IPL triumph
Virat Kohli's emotional message after winning the IPL has gone viral (Image via X/@LucknowIPL & Instagram/@ Virat Kohli , after an 18-year wait, finally claimed his maiden IPL trophy with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The 36-year-old has been a part of the franchise ever since he began his career in the Indian Premier League, which further adds to the ecstasy of the historic win at the Narendra Modi Stadium on June 3, Tuesday. As RCB claimed victory, cameras zoomed in on Kohli overcome by emotion as he dropped to his knees and covered his teary eyes and face. As fans still continue to take in the momentous win, Kohli took to Instagram as he penned an emotional message summing up the season, thanking his teammates and all those that played a part in his quest for the IPL trophy. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Kohli led the charge in the final, as he racked up a cautious 43 from 35 deliveries. While he departed without a half-century, his innings proved to be crucial in the six-run win over Punjab Kings. While the rival skipper departed for just one run, it was Kohli's careful knock that set the two sides apart. Virat Kohli's viral Instagram post has over 13 million likes In the emotional post on Instagram, Kohli dedicated the trophy to all the supporters that have stood by the team over the years. "This one is for the fans of rcb who never ever left our side in the worst of times. This one is for all the years of heartbreaks and disappointment. This is for every inch of effort left on the field playing for this team," wrote the 36-year-old. 'A particularly special feeling': Andy Flower hails Virat Kohli, RCB after historic title win He then wrote on how the IPL trophy hasn't been easy to get his hands on, penning, "As far as the ipl trophy is concerned- you've made me wait 18 years to be able to lift you and celebrate my friend, but it's been absolutely worth the wait. ❤️ 🏆." The post that features RCB lifting the trophy has amassed close to a whopping 13 million likes. Poll Which player do you think was crucial for RCB's victory in the final? Virat Kohli Krunal Pandya Yash Dayal As the former RCB skipper dedicated the win to the fans that stood by the team, current captain Rajat Patidar dedicated to win to RCB's most loyal warrior and icon. The win marks the end of a long search for glory by one of the franchises that boast the most loyal fans in the country.
India.com
28-05-2025
- Sport
- India.com
LSG mentor Zaheer Khan backs captain Rishabh Pant after century vs RCB, says 'no one had…'
LSG captain Rishabh Pant en route to scoring a hundred against RCB in Lucknow on Tuesday. (Photo: ANI) Lucknow Super Giants mentor Zaheer Khan has asserted that skipper Rishabh Pant's calibre and ability were never in doubt despite his underwhelming performances for most of the IPL season and the charismatic stumper will emerge stronger after this learning curve. Bought for a whopping Rs 27 crore at the mega auction, Pant endured a lean patch, managing just 269 runs from 13 innings. He found his trademark big-hitting touch only in the last game of the season with a 61-ball 118 but that too ended up in a losing cause against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Lucknow on Tuesday. 'He's been good as a leader. That was a positive for us throughout the season. The form with the bat was definitely a learning experience for him, having this kind of season. But the ability and calibre — no one had any doubt about it,' Zaheer said in the post-match press conference on Tuesday. A season of ups and downs. Tons of learnings taking back home. Thank you LSG family for all the love and support. See you soon. @LucknowIPL#RP17 — Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) May 28, 2025 The former India pace spearhead said it was good to see the swashbuckling keeper-batter, end the season on a high. 'We're happy he finished on a really strong note – that's the calibre he has, and the impact he can have on the game,' Zaheer added. It was a disappointing season for LSG, who finished seventh with six wins and eight losses. A spate of injuries to key bowlers disrupted their rhythm and consistency. 'When you start off the IPL season, your first goal is to think of the playoffs, how you are going to get there…We obviously made the conscious effort of (trying to handle) the challenges which we are facing in the beginning of the season, which is losing a few of our main bowlers to injuries,' he said. 'We made an effort to not pay too much attention to that…and finding ways of winning the match,' Zaheer said. 'That is the process which everyone was aligned to and looking at that, we have had a decent season…but yes, we fell short and putting the game together was a challenge which was evident right through the season…,' Zaheer said. Despite the bowling woes, Zaheer said the stability in the batting unit was a major positive. The overseas trio of Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, and Nicholas Pooran – the team's standout performer with the bat – brought solidity to the line-up. 'There are positives, a lot of positives – the stability was evident with regard to batting. But with regard to bowling, we were trying to figure out the combinations, we were trying to figure out the options which can get us over the line and that is something that was the story right throughout the season,' he conceded.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Rishabh Pant and LSG team handed heavy fine by BCCI after IPL match against RCB
Lucknow Super Giants team have been fined for maintaining a slow over rate against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025. (PTI) Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant has been fined Rs 30 lakh for maintaining a slow over rate in their final IPL match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Tuesday. The rest of the playing XI, including the Impact Player, were also penalised Rs 12 lakh each for the same offence. This was the team's third over-rate offence of the season, leading to the substantial penalty for the captain. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "As it was his team's third offence of the season under the IPL's Code of Conduct relating to minimum over-rate offences, Rishabh Pant was fined Rs 30 Lakh," stated the IPL media release. — LucknowIPL (@LucknowIPL) "The rest of the members of the Playing XI, including the Impact Player, were each individually fined either Rs 12 Lakh or 50 per cent of their respective match fees, whichever is lesser." LSG lost the match by six wickets despite Pant's outstanding innings of 118 not out off 61 balls. IPL 2025: What went wrong for Lucknow Super Giants | Decoding the poor IPL season The victory secured RCB's place in Qualifier 1, where they will face Punjab Kings at Mullanpur, Chandigarh on Thursday. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
