‘Very unfortunate’: KKR head coach breaks silence on Cameron Green workload row | Cricket News

[ad_1] Cameron Green (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool) NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Abhishek Nayar has downplayed concerns over Cameron Green not bowling so far in IPL 2026, saying it’s just an unfortunate situation. The Australian all-rounder, bought for Rs 25.2 crore, is currently unable to bowl due to a lower back injury, though he […]

‘First big assignment for him’: Aakash Chopra speaks on Abhishek Nayars first season as head coach of KKR

[ad_1] New Delhi [India], March 26 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra spoke on Abhishek Nayar’s first season as head coach of the Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 and the challenges that lie ahead for Nayar. While Nayar has prior experience as an assistant and batting coach, this is his […]

IPL 2026: Amid KKR injury crisis, mentor Dwayne Bravo picks in-house solutions | Cricket News

[ad_1] Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have been dealt a significant setback ahead of IPL 2026, with key pacers Matheesha Pathirana and Harshit Rana struggling with injuries.Head coach Abhishek Nayar confirmed during the team’s pre-season press conference that Pathirana will miss the early phase of the tournament due to a calf strain and is expected to […]

WPL 2026: Meg Lanning named UP Warriorz captain | Cricket News

[ad_1] Meg Lanning (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images) MUMBAI: Former Australian skipper Meg Lanning was on Sunday named the captain of UP Warriorz ahead of the Women’s Premier League beginning January 9.The legendary Australian was the captain of Delhi Capitals for the first three editions of the competition, having led them to each of the […]

Shivam Dube has ensured India don’t feel Hardik Pandya’s absence: Abhishek Nayar

[ad_1] Former India cricketer and coach Abhishek Nayar has praised Shivam Dube for filling in the shoes of Hardik Pandya in the ongoing T20I series against Australia. Pandya has been out of action after suffering a left quadriceps injury ahead of the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan. However, in his absence Dube has stepped […]

Suryakumar Yadav’s extended poor run will create internal scrutiny: Abhishek Nayar

[ad_1] Former India cricketer Abhishek Nayar has said that Suryakumar Yadav’s extended poor form will attract massive scrutiny if he isn’t able to lead the team to a series victory in Australia. India are about to take on Australia in a five-match series beginning on Wednesday, October 29 at Manuka Oval in Canberra. Ahead of […]

Abhishek Nayar to manage two franchises? Former India support staff named KKR head coach ahead of IPL 2026 – Report

[ad_1] Three-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Kolkata Knight Riders are set to hand over the overall reins of the franchise to Abhishek Nayar ahead of the upcoming season. The former Mumbai all-rounder will thus replace Chandrakant Pandit, who was released from his role of head coach, earlier this year following a an underwhelming show […]

‘Usko lagna nahi chahiye!’: Abhishek Nayar turns bodyguard for Rohit Sharma amid chaos at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park – WATCH | Cricket News

[ad_1] Abhishek Nayar turns bodyguard for Rohit Sharma at Shivaji Park. (Video grabs) A sea of fans, chaos, and one heartfelt plea — “Usko lagna nahi chahiye.” That’s what former India cricketer Abhishek Nayar was heard saying repeatedly as he shielded Rohit Sharma from an overwhelming crowd outside Mumbai’s iconic Shivaji Park on Friday evening.Go […]

Another big exit! BCCI cuts ties with long-time team member – ‘It has been a privilege’ | Cricket News

[ad_1] The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has parted ways with long-serving team masseur Rajeev Kumar, bringing an end to his nearly decade-long association with the national side. Kumar, a familiar face around the Indian dressing room, confirmed his exit with a heartfelt message on Instagram: “It has been a privilege and […]

Asia Cup 2025: Hardik Pandya’s personality, aura and leadership are invaluable to India, says Abhishek Nayar

[ad_1] The former India coach, Abhishek Nayar, believes that all-rounder Hardik Pandya remains an invaluable asset to the Indian team, given his all-round contributions with both bat and ball, along with his leadership qualities in limited-overs cricket. Pandya was named in India’s squad for the Asia Cup 2025, where he is expected to play a […]