Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli wrote a new chapter in Indian cricket, after the duo played their 392nd game together in 50-over format on Sunday during the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi. Having already retired in Tests and T20Is, both Rohit and Virat now only play for India in ODIs. The first ODI […]
Amol Muzumdar’s journey in Indian cricket is not that of a superstar, but a profound study in persistence, patience, and eventually, transformative leadership. For a man who was bossing domestic cricket during his heydays with 11000-plus runs in first-class cricket, breaking into the Indian national team was certain. Instead, he became the most celebrated Indian […]
KL Rahul and Rahul Dravid (X) KL Rahul has opened up about a surprising moment from his comeback century against Pakistan in the 2023 Asia Cup, revealing that head coach Rahul Dravid wasn’t too pleased with his post-celebration gesture. The wicketkeeper-batter, speaking on the 2 Sloggers YouTube show, explained that Dravid had questioned why he […]
Rohit Sharma (Photo by Ayush Kumar/Getty Images) Rohit Sharma reached a milestone on Saturday, becoming the latest Indian to take 100 catches in ODIs. He now joins an elite group that includes Virat Kohli (163), Mohammad Azharuddin (156), Sachin Tendulkar (140), Rahul Dravid (124), and Suresh Raina (102). 100+ catches as a fielder for India […]
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma of India celebrates with the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup following the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup West Indies & USA 2024 Final match between South Africa and India at Kensington Oval on June 29, 2024 in Bridgetown, Barbados. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Former India off-spinner R. […]
Rajasthan Royals confirmed on August 30 that head coach Rahul Dravid would step down before IPL 2026. Dravid earlier declined a “broader position” within the team, the franchise reported. Dravid joined as head coach only in IPL 2025. The announcement coincides with rumours that Sanju Samson also wants to leave the franchise. This may put […]
R Ashwin and Rahul Dravid NEW DELHI: Former India head coach Rahul Dravid and senior spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revisited a controversial moment from the 2023 Border-Gavaskar Trophy during the latest episode of Kutti Stories with Ash. The incident revolved around Ashwin facing backlash for allegedly helping Australia through a Tamil-language YouTube video on playing spin […]
NEW DELHI: India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has revealed that Sachin Tendulkar’s legendary “Desert Storm” innings in Sharjah in 1998 was the moment that convinced him he could one day play for India.The knock — 143 off 131 balls against Australia — is remembered as one of Tendulkar’s most iconic efforts. Although India lost that match, […]
Sanju samson (Getty Images) JAIPUR: Rajasthan Royals are in a quandary over Sanju Samson’s plea to let him go or broker a trade, TOI has learnt. Having locked in Samson for Rs 18 cr last year, the franchise can hold onto him for two more seasons if the Royals management stands firm. Those in the […]
Shubman Gill and Ben Stokes (AP Photo) Touring England is always one of the toughest assignments for any Indian captain. Swing-friendly conditions, long summers, and hostile crowds test both skill and temperament. Here’s a look at how five of India’s most successful Test captains performed on their maiden tours to England as leaders.Shubman GillOn his […]
