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AITA slams Sumit Nagal, reveals 50,000 dollars annual fee demand

AITA slammed Sumit Nagal for refusing to play in India's recent Davis Cup tie vs Sweden, and revealed his annual fee demand.

Sumit Nagal in action.(HT_PRINT)
Published on Sep 19, 2024 08:00 PM IST

Ashwin credits Jadeja's special advice after dominant ton in IND vs BAN Test

R Ashwin gave credit to Ravindra Jadeja after his dominant ton on Day 1 of the ongoing first Test match between India and Bangladesh.

Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja during the first day of the first test.(PTI)
Published on Sep 19, 2024 07:15 PM IST

Sachin goes ga-ga, Ganguly can't keep calm after Ashwin equals Dhoni's Test tons

The stunning partnership and Ashwin's century knock left India legends Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag and Sourav Ganguly in absolute awe.

R Ashwin scored his sixth Test century on Thursday in Chennai
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 07:09 PM IST

Rohit Sharma takes rounds of Chepauk after low score, Gambhir falls behind Gill

Rohit Sharma was seen taking rounds of the Chepauk Stadium after stumps, while Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir also engaged in an interesting post-match drill.

Gautam Gambhir (L), Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma (R) sprung into action after stumps.(Screengrab)
Published on Sep 19, 2024 06:52 PM IST

Gambhir in utter disbelief as Ashwin smacks Bangladesh's fastest bowler

India head coach Gautam Gambhir was in disbelief seeing Ravichandran Ashwin smack Bangladesh's fastest bowler, Nahid Rana, to the boundary in Chennai.

Gautam Gambhir's reaction to R Ashwin's shot
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 07:51 PM IST

Chennai Old lady becomes internet sensation after cheering every Ashwin boundary

Ravichandran Ashwin smacked a battling half-century and was applauded by a special fan in Chennai.

An old lady cheers for R Ashwin.
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 06:09 PM IST

‘Jaiswal 100 times better than overrated Gill': Fans angry in IND vs BAN Test

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill's contrasting Test careers got social media talking during the first Test between India and Bangladesh in Chennai.

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill run between the wickets during the first test cricket match of a series between India and Bangladesh(PTI)
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 03:42 PM IST

Jaiswal apologises to Pant for glaring error; DK says ‘both didn’t have a clue'

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant were nearly involved in a run-out not once but twice on Day 1 of the India vs Bangladesh first Test in Chennai.

Yashasvi Jaiswal (L) talks to Rishabh Pant during the first day of the first Test cricket match between India and Bangladesh(AFP)
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 01:20 PM IST

OTD: Do you remember Yuvraj Singh's six sixes in an over off Broad?

On September 19, 2007, Yuvraj Singh made cricketing history by hitting six consecutive sixes in one over during the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup.

Yuvraj Singh scored 58 runs off just 16 balls during India's group match against England in the 2007 T20 World Cup.(File Photo)
Published on Sep 19, 2024 12:34 PM IST

Rishabh Pant argues with Litton Das, angrily asks ‘mujhe kyu maar rahe ho’

Rishabh Pant and Litton Das had a heated exchange during the 16th over of the Indian innings on Day 1.

Rishabh Pant (R) in argument with Bangladesh's Litton Das(X)
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 01:09 PM IST

Kohli grabs Kuldeep, takes him down with Pant as duo pranks India spinner

Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, and Kuldeep Yadav shared a playful moment during India's warm-up ahead of the first Test against Bangladesh.

Rishabh Pant (L) and Virat Kohli (R) drag Kuldeep Yadav(X)
Published on Sep 19, 2024 11:43 AM IST

Kohli's weakness exposed by 3-Test old BAN pacer; Rohit, Gill left clueless

Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli failed to make a mark in testing conditions during the first Test against Bangladesh.

Virat Kohli (L) and Rohit Sharma after their dismissals in the 1st Test(PTI)
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 11:02 AM IST

Why India fielded 3 pacers on traditionally spin-friendly Chennai pitch vs BAN

Team India fielded three pacers and two spinners in the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai, sparking questions over the team combination.

India's captain Rohit Sharma (L) and his Bangladesh's counterpart Najmul Hossain Shanto pose with the trophy before the start of the first day play of the first Test(AFP)
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 12:15 PM IST

IND vs BAN 1st Test, Chennai weather: Rain disruptions to frustrate Rohit and co

Rain is likely to hamper proceedings in the opening day of the first India vs Bangladesh Test.

Groundsmen at work during a rain break in Chennai (representative image)(PTI)
Published on Sep 19, 2024 08:21 AM IST

IPL auction likely in November; India's WC-winner set for coaching role: Report

The IPL auction could be held overseas for a second successive time, and will potentially take place in November.

The IPL auction is set to be held overseas in November
Published on Sep 19, 2024 07:14 AM IST

Gambhir's bold choice of Kohli's iconic knock as best-ever ODI innings by Indian

Gambhir, head coach of the Indian cricket team, in a chat with Virat Kohli in a video posted by BCCI, talked about the rise of the star Indian batter.

Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir and cricketer Virat Kohli during an interaction.(BCCI video grab)
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 08:31 AM IST

Another Tendulkar record in Kohli's sights, Kumble's haul in sight for Ashwin

India's senior players could break several records and reach some major milestones in the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh.

Chennai: Indian captain Rohit Sharma with coach Gautam Gambhir and teammate Virat Kohli during a practice session ahead of the first test cricket match between India and Bangladesh, at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, in Chennai, Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024. (PTI Photo/R Senthilkumar)
(PTI09_17_2024_000273B)(PTI)
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 06:24 AM IST

Gambhir's ramrod-straight take on working with Team India ‘general’ Rohit Sharma

Gautam Gambhir knows how important a captain's role is in a team, and he doesn't want to belittle it by overpowering Rohit's decision.

Colombo: India's head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma attend a practice session.(PTI)
Published on Sep 19, 2024 06:08 AM IST

BAN skipper Shanto plays down ‘red-soil’ pitch talk ahead of 1st Test vs IND

Commenting on the wicket, Najmul Hossain Shanto feels that it will all boil down to how one adapts to it.

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto gestures while speaking at a press conference ahead of the first cricket Test match.(AP)
Published on Sep 18, 2024 08:05 PM IST

India vs Bangladesh 2024: Full Test and T20I schedule, venues, match timings

India return to action after a rare break that lasted over a month by hosting Bangladesh for two Tests and three T20Is

Among the great talking points in the Test series is the return of Rishabh Pant.(PTI)
Updated on Sep 18, 2024 06:53 PM IST

Gambhir's ultimate praise for the IND star: ‘Not even a luxury, it's an honour'

Gautam Gambhir showered massive praise on Team India star who will be returning to action in Test series against Bangladesh.

Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir addresses a press conference ahead of the first Test match between India and Bangladesh.(PTI)
Published on Sep 18, 2024 06:14 PM IST

Pant returns, Sarfaraz dropped: India's Likely XI for 1st Test vs Bangladesh

Rishabh Pant's return to Test cricket is arguably the biggest talking point going into the first match against Bangladesh.

Rishabh Pant was India's most consistent Test batter for two years before the car crash in December 2022 put a freeze on his career. (AFP)
Updated on Sep 18, 2024 05:10 PM IST

Kohli recited 'Om Namah Shivay' before every ball, Gambhir didn't speak a word

Gautam Gambhir recounted a series, highlighting Virat Kohli's exceptional focus after chanting the 'Om Namah Shivay' mantra before facing every ball.

India's Virat Kohli talks with head coach Gautam Gambhir (R) during a practice session.(AFP)
Updated on Sep 18, 2024 08:43 PM IST

'Retirements have become a joke': Rohit won't reverse call after perfect ending

Rohit Sharma has made it clear once and for all that he will not take back his decision to retire from T20Is for India.

Rohit Sharma won't come out of T20I retirement.(AFP)
Published on Sep 18, 2024 04:46 PM IST

India vs Bangladesh 1st Test Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs BAN

India vs Bangladesh 1st Test Live Streaming: Here are the details of when and where to watch India vs Bangladesh 1st Test online and on TV.

India vs Bangladesh 1st Test Live Streaming:(AP)
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 05:57 AM IST

Gambhir's no-holds-barred attack on Indian pitch critics: ‘Learn how to play…'

Gautam Gambhir said the skill level of players to play in all conditions matters more than the nature of the 22-yard strip.

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir speaks at the press conference at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.(AFP)
Published on Sep 18, 2024 04:03 PM IST

OTD: When Sourav Ganguly’s golden arm stunned Pakistan in Toronto

In an ODI against Pakistan in Toronto, Sourav Ganguly with his medium pace bowling took five wickets for just 16 runs in his 10 overs.

Sourav Ganguly celebrates after taking a wicket in the Sahara Cup.(File Photo)
Published on Sep 18, 2024 03:04 PM IST

Kohli's 'almonds' reminder on Rohit's past as Gambhir set for next interview

Virat Kohli showed no mercy in bringing up Rohit Sharma's notorious past, leaving Gautam Gambhir in splits.

India's captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli celebrate a wicket during the 2nd ODI match against Sri Lanka(BCCI-X)
Published on Sep 18, 2024 02:59 PM IST

Ricky Ponting appointed head coach of Punjab Kings ahead of IPL 2025

Ricky Ponting will be Punjab Kings' sixth head coach in the last seven seasons.

Ricky Ponting named Punjab Kings' new head coach(Getty)
Updated on Sep 18, 2024 03:58 PM IST

Gambhir's worry for Kohli when Dhoni 'left': 'Understand what you went through'

Gautam Gambhir hailed Virat Kohli for how he transformed Indian cricket as captain after MS Dhoni, in this sit-down interview conducted by the BCCI.

Virat Kohli (L) and Gautam, Gambhir during the Sri Lanka series last month.(PTI)
Updated on Sep 18, 2024 01:49 PM IST
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