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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
IND vs ENG: 'Give him that freedom', Ajinkya Rahane urges Shubman Gill to use all-rounder more effectively in second Test
File photo of Ajinkya Rahane. Former India player Ajinkya Rahane has urged captain Shubman Gill to give more bowling opportunities to all-rounder Shardul Thakur , following India's 5-wicket loss to England in the opening Test at Headingley, Leeds. Thakur's performance was notably poor, scoring only five runs across two innings and claiming just two wickets in his limited 16 overs of bowling during the match. Rahane emphasised the crucial role of an all-rounder in the team through his YouTube channel, specifically addressing Thakur's underutilisation in the recent Test match. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "I feel an all-rounder's role is very important. Shardul Thakur has been an experienced player and has done well in Test cricket overseas. I want to see more overs from Shardul. If the Indian team can use Shardul Thakur in a better way, that will be really great. Whatever I have seen with him, he can swing the ball both ways and is a wicket-taker. If Shardul can bowl the first change or even given the new ball he can swing it both ways," Rahane said. Rahane suggested specific bowling strategy changes to maximise Thakur's effectiveness on the field. "With the Dukes ball, it generally starts to behave after 10 or 12 overs. If Shardul can start the bowling with Bumrah and Siraj can come in as one change, that will be great. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cuối cùng, chơi miễn phí game chiến thuật hay nhất 2025! Sea of Conquest Phát ngay Undo I would like to see Shardul bowling more overs. Give him that freedom, he will get you more wickets," he added. If Shardul can start the bowling with Bumrah and Siraj can come in as one change, that will be great Ajinkya Rahane While commending Bumrah's performance, Rahane also highlighted the need for better support from other bowlers. "Bumrah's five wicket-haul in the first innings was amazing. Apart from his five wickets what I liked about Bumrah was his intent. The way he was running in his run-up. His intensity throughout his bowling was amazing. The lines and lengths that he bowled. He was aggressive throughout in his bowling approach," Rahane stated. IND vs ENG: What UK papers are saying about India's loss "What I would like to see is support from the other end. Bumrah is obviously bowling his attacking lengths but if he can support from Siraj and Prasidh, that will be great for him. You don't want Bumrah to go under pressure and start bowling too many overs and the pressure comes on the team. I want to see Siraj taking that responsibility and also Prasidh if he plays that second Test match," he concluded. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Mint
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Ajinkya Rahane's new YouTube channel: Fresh innings off the pitch
Ajinkya Rahane, Indian star batter has launched his own YouTube channel. This marks a new chapter in his journey to connect with fans and share his cricketing insights. Ajinkya Rahane's YouTube channel was officially announced on June 20, 2025, with posts on his social media account. Rahane shared content on his channel, with posts indicating his intent to provide thoughtful commentary on cricket. He started with the topic- Questions and answers about India's Test series against England. His second video is an analysis of the first Test that Shubman Gill-led India lost by five wickets. Rahane's YouTube channel focuses on delivering in-depth cricket analysis, personal insights, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into his life as a cricketer. The following can be expected from his channel. Cricket Analysis - AJinkya Rahane's experience as a former Test captain and his skillful analysis will likely offer fans expert breakdowns of matches and strategies. Personal Stories - AJinkya Rahane might share anecdotes from his career and dressing room stories. Fan Engagement - Interactive content, such as Q&A sessions or reactions to fan queries, could also be included in the videos. Ajinkya Rahane has played an important part for India in Tests. He has amassed 5077 runs in 85 Tests at an average of 38.46, with 12 centuries and 26 fifties. He registered the highest score of 188 runs and took 102 catches. In the ODIs, Rahane played 90 matches, scoring 2,962 runs at an average of 35.26, with three centuries and 24 half-centuries. He registered the highest score of 111 and smashed 293 fours and 33 sixes. T20Is, he featured in 20 games, accumulating 375 runs including his highest score of 61 runs. AJinkya Rahane's channel comes at a time when he missed the cut in the Indian Test squad. However, he remains a significant player in domestic cricket and the IPL. His leadership in guiding Mumbai to the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy title and his aggressive batting in the 2024 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy have caught attention.
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Business Standard
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
IND vs ENG: Jaiswal has the game to succeed in England, feels Rahane
Weeks after speculation swirled around a reported fallout during the Ranji Trophy season, former India vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane has thrown his support behind Yashasvi Jaiswal ahead of India's five-Test series in England. "Personally, I'm really looking forward to seeing Yashasvi Jaiswal do well because opening the batting in England is really important," Rahane said on his YouTube channel. Check India vs England 1st Test full scorecard and match details here He praised Jaiswal's versatility at the top of the order: "He can control one end and also go on the attack when needed." Since debuting in July 2023 in the West Indies, Jaiswal has become India's preferred Test opener, while Rahane has remained on the sidelines since his last appearance in 2022. Bumrah, Siraj hold the key to India's bowling firepower Rahane also spotlighted India's pace duo—Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj—as pivotal to the team's success in England. "They have the responsibility to lead the attack," he said. While Siraj adds energy and consistency, Rahane expects Bumrah to take command when things get tough. "We all know Bumrah is a proven match-winner. Now I want to see him embrace that extra responsibility," he added. India haven't won a Test series in England since 2007, a feat accomplished only twice before—in 1971 and 1986. Shubman Gill's Test leadership to face first real test With Shubman Gill leading the team, Rahane acknowledged the challenge of transitioning from T20 captaincy to the demands of Test leadership. "In Tests, you have to stay one or two steps ahead—talk to your bowlers, plan thoroughly," he said. Still, the seasoned campaigner sounded optimistic. "It's going to be a challenge, but I'm sure Shubman will do well—as both a skipper and a batter." As the series kicks off at Headingley, Rahane's words carry weight—not just as advice, but as a call to India's next generation to rise to the occasion.
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First Post
20-06-2025
- Sport
- First Post
No Karun Nair in Ajinkya Rahane's India playing XI for first England Test at Leeds
Veteran Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane sprung a surprise by not picking Karun Nair in his predicted playing XI for India. The first Test between India and England starts at Headingley, Leeds, on Friday. read more Ajinkya Rahane has picked Dhruv Jurel in place of Karun Nair in India's playing XI for the first Test against England at Headingley , Leeds, which starts on Friday, 20 June. While it has been reported by multiple media houses that Karun Nair is set to make a comeback to the Indian Team after a gap of over seven years, Rahane feels Jurel will be a better fit. Nair last played for India in 2017 before being dropped from the team. He, however, is in great form in domestic cricket and scored 863 runs in the recent Ranji Trophy season. In the Vijay Hazare Trophy, he scored 779 runs and also smashed a double century in the practice match against England Lions. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Ajinkya Rahane's Predicted XI for the Headingley Test Rahane, however, doesn't seem convinced and opted for Dhruv Jurel in the playing XI. For the No.3 spot, Rahane went with Sai Sudharsan. Rahane feels the recent good form in IPL and domestic cricket would help Sai Sudharsan do well for India at No.3. 'I think so. Yes, he has been in very good form in T20 cricket as well as red-ball cricket. Whatever domestic matches he has played, he's done really well for his side and his technique looks really composed and calm whenever he is batting at the crease, so I think he should be given a chance to bat at number three,' Rahane said on his YouTube channel. Ajinkya Rahane's Predicted XI for Headingley Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Dhruv Jurel, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh England's Confirmed Playing XI: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (C), Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, Shoaib Bashir
India Today
20-06-2025
- Sport
- India Today
No Karun Nair: Ajinkya Rahane's big call in India playing XI for England Test
Ajinkya Rahane, the experienced middle-order batter who has been out of favour for quite some time, offered an interesting take on what India's playing XI should look like for the first Test against England at Headingley, starting Friday, June 20. Notably, Rahane left out in-form domestic star Karun Nair and instead picked Dhruv Jurel in his on his YouTube channel, Rahane shared his thoughts based on his international experience. Rishabh Pant, India's newly appointed vice-captain, had already confirmed during the pre-match press conference that skipper Shubman Gill would bat at number four, with Pant himself following at number five. That leaves a question mark over the number three and number six Karun Nair's strong domestic season and his recent double-hundred during the practice match, many expected him to feature in one of those middle-order positions. Nair has been through the grind since being dropped from the side in 2018, consistently performing in both first-class and List A cricket. He scored 863 runs in the recent Ranji Trophy season and followed it up with 779 runs in the Vijay Hazare BACKS SUDHARSAN TO BAT AT NO: 3Rahane believes that the young and swashbuckling talent, Sai Sudharsan, deserves a chance at the number three spot. He backed Sudharsan's inclusion based on his Indian Premier League season and his recent domestic performances as well."I think so. Yes, he has been in very good form in T20 cricket as well as red-ball cricket. Whatever domestic matches he has played, he's done really well for his side and his technique looks really composed and calm whenever he is batting at the crease, so I think he should be given a chance to bat at number eyes will be on the screen as the Shubman Gill era officially begins. Fans and experts alike will be eager to see how the playing XI shapes up - and whether Karun Nair manages to make the Rahane's Probable XI for the Headingley Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Dhruv Jurel, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep SinghMust Watch
