BCCI announced a couple of days ago that Ajit Agarkar and Rohit Sharma will take part in a press conference today to announce the India squad for Asia Cup 2023. The press conference is scheduled to start pretty soon, and the expectation for the Indian squad is building up. Yahasvi Jaiswal and Tilak Varma are the two most likely expected surprises in the squad for Asia Cup 2023. However, there is also the question of including both KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer in the squad. Suryakumar Yadav has not done justice to the chances he has been given so far,…
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The Asia Cup, a prestigious cricket tournament, encompasses both One Day International (50 overs) and Twenty20 International (20 overs) formats. Its inception dates back to 1983, coinciding with the establishment of the Asian Cricket Council, aimed at fostering harmony among Asian nations. Originally slated to occur biennially, this event stands as the sole continental championship in cricket, bestowing the title of Asia’s champion upon the victorious team. The competition alternates between ODI and T20I formats every two years. Initiated in Sharjah, UAE, in 1984, the inaugural Asia Cup marked the council’s headquarters until 1995. However, political strains caused India to…
Organizing two World Cup matches within consecutive days is not considered ideal due to both logistical and security concerns, as stated by an official from the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) on Sunday. However, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla firmly stated that any further adjustments to the schedule are unlikely. Following a delay in announcing the schedule in June, the BCCI and ICC rescheduled a total of nine matches, including the high-profile India-Pakistan clash. This led to the advancement of the Indo-Pak fixture by one day to October 15 in Ahmedabad, causing Pakistan’s match against Sri Lanka in Hyderabad to be rescheduled…
After enduring a 3-2 loss to the West Indies, the Indian cricket team is preparing for a new T20I series against Ireland. The second match is set for Friday, August 20 at The Village, Malahide. The upcoming squad for the Ireland series will see some alterations, with a mix of newcomers and players rejoining. Notably, this signifies the third T20I series between India and Ireland. Jasprit Bumrah is set to captain the Indian team, marking his highly anticipated comeback following a year. The squad will also introduce fresh faces like Rinku Singh and Jitesh Sharma. Additionally, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Varma,…
On August 20, during the 2nd T20I of the India Tour of Ireland, India (IND) will take on Ireland (IRE) at Malahide, Dublin. Recent statistics show that Ireland has emerged victorious in three out of four matches, whereas India has managed to win two out of five. Despite this, India is considered the frontrunner for clinching the series win. Malahide Stadium features a pitch that favors batsmen, with fast bowlers hoping for initial swing. Batsmen can capitalize on the bounce and swing to make powerful shots. If you win the toss, it’s advisable to choose to bowl first. Also read:…
In T20Is, India and Ireland have met 6 times in head-to-head contests. In each of these encounters, India emerged victorious, making it a perfect 6 out of 6 wins for the Indian side. On the other hand, Ireland is still awaiting their first victory against India in T20Is. India vs Ireland Head to Head T20I Records DateFormatWinning TeamMarch 10, 2015T20India by 8 wicketsJune 27, 2018T20India by 27 runsJune 29, 2018T20India by 143 runsJune 26, 2022T20India by 7 wicketsJune 28, 2022T20India by 4 runsAugust 18, 2023T20India by 2 runs (D/L) Jasprit Bumrah, the star pacer eagerly anticipated to make his comeback…
The Indian cricket team is gearing up to take on Ireland in their inaugural T20I clash at Dublin’s The Village Ground on August 18. Making headlines is the eagerly awaited return of star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who has been sidelined due to injury for nearly a year. Bumrah, selected to captain India’s T20I squad for this series, will certainly be the center of attention. The team is also preparing for the potential introduction of emerging talents Rinku Singh and Jitesh Sharma to the international cricket scene. However, Bumrah’s much-anticipated comeback could be impacted by adverse weather conditions, as forecasts…
Jasprit Bumrah, who was injured almost 11 months ago, will be the center of attention as he captains India against Ireland in a three-match T20 International series starting on Friday. The team features young IPL talents like Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rinku Singh, and Jitesh Sharma. Bumrah’s fitness and form will be closely monitored by Indian cricket stakeholders, especially since he will play a crucial role in the upcoming ODI World Cup in less than two months. Under the leadership of Andrew Balbirnie, Ireland boasts skilled players like Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, and left-arm spinner George Dockrell, making them a strong team…
Asia’s most significant competition, the Asia Cup 2023, is set to begin, featuring top Asian teams in a clash of titans. Scheduled from August 30th to September 17th, the tournament will consist of 13 matches. Pakistan will host 4 of these matches, while Sri Lanka will host the remaining 9. The event presents an excellent opportunity for participating teams to fine-tune their strategies and team dynamics ahead of the World Cup. When it comes to the Indian squad, there’s been significant speculation surrounding the lineup they will announce for the Asia Cup 2023. This uncertainty arises from the team’s unsettled…
Hardik Pandya is considered the top candidate to eventually replace Rohit Sharma as the leader of the Indian cricket team. Many anticipated that he would be chosen as the vice captain for the Asia Cup 2023 and ODI World Cup 2023 teams. However, the situation has become more complex with the comeback of fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah. The BCCI has entrusted Jasprit Bumrah with the role of captaining the team during the ongoing T20I series against Ireland. While Hardik Pandya was named the regular T20I captain, this move demonstrates a show of confidence in Bumrah’s abilities as he returns to…