The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled the 15-member India Women’s Squad for the upcoming Asian Games. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the team, with Smriti Mandhana serving as her deputy for the tournament. The Asian Games will take place in Hangzhou, China, from September 23rd to October 8th. The Women’s tournament is scheduled to be played from September 19th to September 28th, with both the Indian men’s and women’s teams participating. TEAM – Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Amanjot Kaur, Devika Vaidya, Anjali Sarvani, Titas Sadhu,…
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled the India National Cricket Team’s squad for the upcoming Asian Games 2023. Ruturaj Gaikwad, the talented cricketer from Maharashtra and Chennai Super Kings (CSK), has been appointed as the captain of the Indian team. Scheduled to be held in China from September 23 to October 8, the Asian Games 2023 will coincide with the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. To accommodate this clash, the men’s cricket competition at the Asian Games will adopt a T20 format and will run from September 28 to October 8. As a result,…
Virat Kohli who is known for his aggressive approach at the crease, finally ended his boundary drought in a rather sarcastic manner on Day 2 of the 1st Test against West Indies. While Team India had a dominant day with the bat, Kohli’s composed innings stood out as he took 81 balls to hit his first boundary. The former Indian captain, typically known for his quick-scoring ability, couldn’t help but mock-celebrate after executing a well-timed cover drive off spinner Jomel Warrican. Kohli playfully glanced towards the dressing room, teasingly acknowledging his long wait for a boundary. King Kohli completed 8500…
Yashasvi Jaiswal was greeted with a special reception by his Indian teammates in the dressing room following his unbeaten century on Test debut. The talented youngster showcased his skills by accumulating an impressive 143 runs, including 14 boundaries, on Day 2 of the opening Test. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s outstanding performance was complemented by a magnificent 229-run partnership with captain Rohit Sharma, who also scored his 10th Test century. At the end of the day’s play, Jaiswal and Virat Kohli remained unbeaten, with Kohli contributing 36 runs off 96 deliveries. Yashasvi Jaiswal gets a special reception in the dressing room for his…
Rohit Sharma has etched his name in cricket history by joining his compatriot Virat Kohli in an exclusive club of elite performers. On the second day of the Dominica Test match against West Indies, Rohit achieved a remarkable milestone as he became only the second batsman, after Kohli, to accumulate over 3500 runs in all formats of international cricket. With a single off Jomel Warrican in the 49th over, the right-handed batsman secured his position in this esteemed group. Rohit Sharma, who began opening the innings in Test cricket in 2019, has consistently showcased his prowess and determination on the…
Captain Rohit Sharma displayed his exceptional batting skills in the first innings of the opening Test between India and West Indies. Leading from the front, he unleashed his brilliance and achieved a remarkable milestone by scoring his 10th Test century. After a cautious start against the opposition bowlers, he gained momentum in the latter half of his innings and effortlessly executed impactful shots. The right-handed batsman, who endured a tough outing in the WTC final against Australia, finally found his rhythm and converted his promising start into a three-figure score. Since being promoted as an opener, Rohit has established himself…
Yashasvi Jaiswal created history as he scored a magnificent hundred on his Test debut, becoming the 17th Indian batter to achieve this remarkable milestone in the longest format of the game. Virat Kohli presented the talented southpaw with his India cap ahead of the opening Test against West Indies, and Jaiswal made a memorable impact with his performance. Displaying immense confidence, Jaiswal played exquisite strokes against both pacers and spinners. He appeared unfazed by the opposition bowlers, and captain Rohit Sharma also played a part in supporting his partner’s scoring spree. Oh YEShasvi! 👏 👏A HUNDRED on debut! 💯What a…
The eagerly awaited first Test match between India and West Indies is set to take place at Windsor Park Stadium in Dominica from July 12 to July 16. Team India is ready for a comprehensive tour of West Indies in July, encompassing all formats of the game. The official schedule released by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) includes two Tests, three One-Day Internationals (ODIs), and a five-match T20 International series, commencing on July 12. The IND vs WI Test series will mark the beginning of India’s campaign in the World Test Championship Cycle (2023-25). In an…
The eagerly awaited first Test match between India and West Indies is set to take place at Windsor Park Stadium in Dominica from July 12 to July 16. Team India is ready for a comprehensive tour of West Indies in July, encompassing all formats of the game. The official schedule released by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) includes two Tests, three One-Day Internationals (ODIs), and a five-match T20 International series, commencing on July 12. The IND vs WI Test series will mark the beginning of India’s campaign in the World Test Championship Cycle (2023-25). India continues…
The highly anticipated first Test match between West Indies and India is set to take place at Windsor Park Stadium in Dominica from July 12 to July 16. The rivalry between India and West Indies in Test cricket is a captivating one. The two teams have clashed in 98 matches, with India emerging victorious in 22 encounters and West Indies prevailing on 30 occasions. The remaining 46 matches ended in a draw. While West Indies dominated this Test fixture till 1990s, India have not lost a Test match against West Indies since 2002. On the day 2 of the IND…