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“Sometimes we expect too much” – Ryan ten Doeschate backs India’s bowlers after West Indies fight back on Day 3 of Delhi Test  

Ryan ten Doeschate

Ryan ten Doeschate : India’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate was not too critical of the bowlers after West Indies batters fought back on Day 3 of the Delhi Test. Pointing out that the pitch did not offer too much assistance, he admitted the hosts were hoping the wicket would deteriorate a lot more. Ryan […]

“He showed that he is the boss and is going to play like one” – Aakash Chopra on Shubman Gill’s century in IND vs WI 2025 2nd Test

Aakash Chopra

Aakash Chopra : Former India player Aakash Chopra has noted that Shubman Gill bossed the West Indies attack during his unbeaten century in the second Test in Delhi. He highlighted that the Indian captain played shots that are generally not played against seamers in Test cricket. Aakash Chopra : Gill scored an unbeaten 129 off […]

“It’s not just about on-field decisions” – Legendary Indian spinner’s huge statement on Shubman Gill’s captaincy amid IND vs WI 2025 2nd Test

Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill: Former Indian spinner Anil Kumble praised Shubman Gill for displaying incredible maturity as captain after the second day’s play in the second Test against the West Indies. The 26-year-old scored a brilliant 129* in India’s first innings, helping the side to a massive total of 518/5 declared. Gill has been in red-hot form with the ball since […]

“He will play as a batter for the Indian team as well” – R Ashwin’s huge claim on youngster ahead of IND vs WI 2025 2nd Test

R Ashwin

R Ashwin: Former India off-spinner R Ashwin has heaped high praise on wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel. The middle-order batter was outstanding in the opening Test against the West Indies in Ahmedabad, where he scored his maiden century, making 125 off 210 balls. Shubman Gill’s side went on to win the match by an innings and 140 runs. R […]

“They should give him another go” – R Ashwin backs out-of-form Indian ahead of IND vs WI 2025 2nd Test

R Ashwin

R Ashwin: Former India spinner R Ashwin has backed Sai Sudharsan to get another opportunity in the second Test of the two-match series against the West Indies, scheduled to begin on Friday, October 10, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The hosts won the opening game in Ahmedabad by an innings and 140 runs, while Sudharsan […]

“There is not much communication happening” – R Ashwin’s stunning take on Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli ahead of AUS vs IND 2025 series

R Ashwin

R Ashwin: Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin expressed disappointment in the manner in which the team’s long-term vision is being conveyed to veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli ahead of the Australia tour. The team management appointed Shubman Gill as the ODI captain, thus ending The Hitman’s fruitful run as the leader of the team. […]

“Maybe they are not motivated to play in an India A series” – Indian legend’s huge claim on Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli ahead of AUS vs IND 2025 series

AUS vs IND 2025 series

AUS vs IND 2025 series: Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin doubted Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s desire to feature for India ‘A’ at this stage of their careers to prepare for the upcoming Australia tour. The veteran pair were included in the ODI squad, but will be heading into the series on the back of […]

“There is no favoritism or quota system here” – Aakash Chopra on whether Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli would play the 2027 World Cup

Aakash Chopra

Aakash Chopra: Former India player Aakash Chopra has opined that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli would be a part of the Men in Blue’s 2027 World Cup squad as long as they continue to perform consistently. He noted that the Indian team’s selection has always been based on merit, with there being no favoritism or […]

Aakash Chopra: “Take Test matches to smaller centres” – Former India opener’s massive claim on crowd attendance for IND vs WI 2025 series

Aakash Chopra

Aakash Chopra : Aakash Chopra pointed out that fans didn’t show up in large numbers at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the recently concluded Test series opener between India and West Indies. The former cricketer opined that allowing smaller centers to host red-ball matches will help in filling the stadiums. Aakash Chopra : The […]

“They will look at Shreyas Iyer” – World Cup winner’s stunning claim over debate around Shubman Gill as all-format captain

Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill : Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has made a huge claim that Shubman Gill will not be an all-format India captain despite taking over from Rohit Sharma in Tests and ODIs. The cricketer-turned-commentator believes that the 25-year-old will have to earn his spot in T20Is while predicting that Shreyas Iyer will be the next captain after Suryakumar […]