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Hindustan Times
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Ravindra Jadeja violates BCCI's strict diktat during India vs England 2nd Test, but will escape punishment; here's why
Ravindra Jadeja has never been one to go by the book. On Day 2 of the second Test against England at Edgbaston, the Indian all-rounder quietly breached the BCCI's post-Australia tour protocol that prohibits players from travelling to the ground separately. Yet, far from a disciplinary concern, Jadeja's decision came with a clear intent: to walk out early, face extra deliveries in the nets, and prepare for the new ball threat he was about to face. India's Ravindra Jadeja in action during Day 2 of the 2nd test match against England, at Edgbaston in Birmingham(@BCCI X) "Somewhere I felt that I should go and bat extra because the ball was still new," Jadeja explained after the day's play, as quoted by ESPNCricinfo. "I felt if I can see the new ball off, it would become easy for the rest of the innings. Luckily I could bat till lunch, and then Washi[ngton Sundar] also batted well with Shubman. The more you bat in England, the better it is because you never feel you are set in England. At any time a ball can swing and take your edge or bowl you." Resuming from his overnight 41, Jadeja stood firm alongside captain Shubman Gill, adding 203 runs to eventually help push India past the 500-run mark. Though denied his signature sword celebration for a century by a rising delivery from Josh Tongue that dismissed him on 89, Jadeja's contribution proved vital. "When you contribute with the bat for the team, it feels great, when you are playing outside India, and the team needs you more, it feels good," he said. "From 210 for 5 to put together a big partnership to take the team forward, it is a challenge. I took it as a challenge... it gives you confidence as a cricketer and a batter that in the coming matches also you can contribute." Jadeja on Root protests Jadeja also had a run-in with England captain Ben Stokes, who repeatedly protested to the umpires about the Indian all-rounder running down the pitch after playing front-foot strokes. "He felt I was making rough for myself. The fast bowlers were doing it anyway. I don't need to do that... It might have happened once or twice by mistake, but I didn't mean to." Jadeja emphasised that the surface would demand disciplined bowling with in-out fields, as the pitch had flattened out. "We're not thinking about the result right now. We just want to keep bowling with the same energy," he said.
News18
22-06-2025
- Sport
- News18
Team India Batting Coach Press Conference: Kotak Reacts to Batting Collapse and Dropped Catches
Team India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak addressed the media after Day 2 of the IND vs ENG 1st Test, reflecting on the batting collapse from 343/3 to 471 all out and a few dropped catches. Kotak downplayed criticism, praised Rishabh Pant's adaptability, and credited technical improvements made post-Australia tour. He emphasized the team's session-by-session strategy and noted the collapse was unfortunate but not a cause for panic. and subscribe to our channel and never miss a to CricketNext YouTube channel to never miss a video: CricketNext on Facebook: CricketNext on Twitter: CricketNext on Instagram: : vs ENG, IND vs ENG 1st Test, Team India, Sitanshu Kotak, India batting coach, India press conference, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jasprit Bumrah, Indian cricket team, Day 2 highlights, India batting collapse, Headingley Test, India dropped catches, IND vs ENG Day 2, Cricket 2025, Test cricket, England vs India, Ben Stokes, IND ENG 1st Test, Team India reaction, Indian coaching staff, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, cricket updates, cricket analysis, post match press conference, IND vs ENG 2025 series, India vs England Test match
The Independent
28-01-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Liam Williams admits reaching 100 caps for Wales would be ‘icing on the cake'
Liam Williams has his sights set on securing membership of Wales' 100-cap club as he prepares for another Six Nations campaign. Williams is senior statesman among the Wales backs, returning to Six Nations action after missing last year's tournament while he had a stint in Japanese rugby with Kubota Spears. And while he is enjoying mentoring some of Wales' young and inexperienced players, the 33-year-old also still has plenty to offer on the pitch. A 93rd cap is likely against France in Friday's Six Nations opener, and although Williams stresses it is 'one game and one thing at a time', ambition still burns brightly. 'My aim is to get 100 caps for Wales, and if that happens it is the icing on the cake,' said Williams, who was first selected for a Wales Six Nations squad in 2013. 'If it doesn't, then it doesn't, and that is just the way it is. But that is my aim. 'For me, now it's about taking every game as it comes. Hopefully, I will be picked for this week and that would be another one.' Only nine players – five of them backs – have clocked up a caps century for Wales, and there is little doubt that Gatland would currently have Williams in 2027 World Cup plans. Williams is cautious on that front, believing it 'might be a bit too far', but there is no question about his ability, and a big Six Nations could even thrust him into selection view for the British and Irish Lions' Australia tour this summer. 'Obviously, it would be a dream to make that squad, but for me it is about trying to play for Wales, and if I get the chance, to play well and try to get some wins,' he added. 'I have been speaking to Gats. We spoke post-Australia (Wales' 2024 summer tour) about what the plans are for the next couple of years. 'I am just happy to be here, and hopefully I can add something to the team, depending on whether I am picked, try and add something extra and win with the boys.' A number of Wales' current squad would have been in primary school when Williams made his Wales debut in 2012, highlighting his longevity and consistency of performance at the highest level. 'I am speaking with these guys, not always about rugby stuff, but off-field stuff as well,' said Williams, who is now in his second spell with Gallagher Premiership club Saracens. 'And I have told them that if they have any questions and would like to chat about anything, I am here and happy to chat.' Scarlets backs Ellis Mee and Blair Murray are among the Wales newcomers this season, and Williams added: 'They have impressed me. Those two have been great. 'Blair was here during the autumn and he has been playing well for Scarlets and tearing it up. 'Ellis is a young kid who is quite raw, but if he gets more Scarlets game time he is going to be world class. That is just a matter of time.'
