Ex-India cricketer calls Shubman Gill snub ‘damage control’, says selectors ‘got carried away’ | Cricket News

Shubman Gill (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images) Sanjay Manjrekar didn’t just react to India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad—he took to X to frame it as a tacit acknowledgment of a previous error. In a sharp post, Manjrekar suggested that Shubman Gill’s omission isn’t a bold move but a corrective step by selectors trying to […]

‘Wondering whether you will get your full match fees’ – Suryakumar Yadav stumped after IND vs UAE ends in 17.4 overs

Suryakumar Yadav was caught off-guard after the Indian captain encountered an unwanted question by Sanjay Manjrekar following the end of the Group A encounter against United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 in Dubai. Chasing just 58 runs to win, India needed just 4.3 overs to win the game by nine wickets. […]

IND vs ENG Test: Ex-India cricketer questions Gautam Gambhir’s tactics – ‘Take a chill pill’ | Cricket News

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – JULY 21: India captain Shubman Gill speaks with coach Gautam Gambhir and selector Ajit Agarkar during a net session at Emirates Old Trafford on July 21, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has slammed head coach Gautam Gambhir for his “poor tactics” and “questionable […]

IND vs ENG 4th Test: ‘Beyond this pair, I wouldn’t be too hopeful’ – Manjrekar hails Shubman Gill-KL Rahul resolve, outlines Day 5 challenge | Cricket News

KL Rahul and Shubman Gill (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar heaped praise on KL Rahul and Shubman Gill for their remarkable unbroken 174-run partnership on Day 4 of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, describing their effort as “incredible” and filled with “restraint and mental resolve.”Go Beyond The Boundary […]

IND vs ENG: Sanjay Manjrekar forgets Virat Kohli as Shubman Gill’s celebration sparks déjà vu!- Watch | Cricket News

Sanjay Manjrekar, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli Shubman Gill, India’s new Test captain, displayed intense emotions reminiscent of Virat Kohli‘s leadership style during Day 2 of the first Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy match against England at Headingley on June 22, 2025. The 24-year-old captain celebrated animatedly when Mohammed Siraj appeared to dismiss Joe Root, though the decision […]

IND vs ENG | ‘India bit hard done by the weather gods’: Sanjay Manjrekar on Old Trafford’s changing conditions | Cricket News

India’s captain Shubman Gill (2nd R), Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah and KL Rahul on day two of the fourth Test. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has voiced frustration over the timing of a dramatic shift in weather and pitch conditions that appeared to tilt Day 2 of the fourth Test at […]

Virat was ready for scrap, never seen it with Gill: Manjrekar on heated exchange at Lords

New Delhi [India], July 18 (ANI): Former cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar believes India captain Shubman Gill’s batting was affected after he had a go at England players in the final moments of Day 3 of the third Test at Lord’s, reported ESPNcricinfo. Temperament frayed, fingers were pointed, emotions ran thin as the element of spice entered […]

IND vs ENG: Sanjay Manjrekar warns KL Rahul ahead of 2nd Test – ‘Can’t be a one-hundred wonder’ | Cricket News

KL Rahul of India scored a ton in the third innings vs England (Image by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has called for KL Rahul to demonstrate more consistency in Test cricket, particularly as he steps into a senior role following the retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant […]

England vs India: Sanjay Manjrekar likens Jasprit Bumrah to Sir Richard Hadlee, praises Indian pacers’ ability to manufacture wickets out of batting tracks

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar drew a striking comparison between Jasprit Bumrah and the legendary Sir Richard Hadlee, praising the Indian pacer’s rare ability to manufacture wickets even on the flattest of pitches. “We’ve seen four hundreds in the match so far — three from India and one from England — but which bowler has […]