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Ashwin backs Shubman Gill's appointment as vice-captain, says 'it's is forward-thinking move'

NEW DELHI: Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has endorsed the team management’s decision to appoint Shubman Gill as the vice-captain for the Champions Trophy, calling it a “forward-thinking move.” Ashwin highlighted that Gill’s spot in the playing XI is secure, making him a natural choice to be groomed as a…

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India vs England T20 series 2025: Schedule, squads, venue and everything you need to know

NEW DELHI: The highly anticipated India vs England series kicks off at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday, January 22, marking the beginning of a five-match T20I contest between two evenly matched sides. This white-ball series, which also includes three ODIs, serves as a crucial preparatory ground for both teams…

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'We lack left-handed batters': Ravichandran Ashwin questions India's ICC Champions Trophy squad composition

NEW DELHI: Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns about the Indian squad for the ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled to start from February 19 in Pakistan and the UAE. He pointed out the lack of left-handed batters in the top seven and the absence of a reliable No. 8…

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1st T20I: India eye fresh start against England with focus on Mohammed Shami

NEW DELHI: When the Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian T20 team plays an evenly matched England in a five-match series beginning in Kolkata on Wednesday, fans will be closely watching fit-again pacer Mohammed Shami's return as they try to make up for the recent Test disasters that have caused a great deal…

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India aim to counter England with flexibility in the middle-order

KOLKATA: 'Flexibility' seems to be the key word for India in the T20I set-up, according to new vice-captain Axar Patel. The spin-bowling allrounder, who himself has been used as a floater in the batting order, said except the opening duo, all the batters have been asked to stay ready to…

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India vs England – T20 series: Match schedule, squads, head-to-head, venues

World champions India look to experiment and rebuild for the 2026 World Cup as they host England in a five-match series.

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I don't need to prove anything to anyone: Axar Patel

NEW DELHI: Axar Patel, a spin-bowling all-rounder often seen as a potential long-term replacement for veteran Ravindra Jadeja, is well aware of the opportunities that could arise as Indian cricket transitions into a new era.

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'Everyone has been told to be flexible': Axar Patel on Team India batting positions

NEW DELHI: While outlining the team's approach ahead of the five-match series against England, new vice-captain Axar Patel stated on Monday that the batting order that follows will consist of "multiple floaters" and that openers are the only players in the Indian T20 lineup with a set spot.

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India Champions Trophy squad: Jasprit Bumrah picked but with a rider

NEW DELHI: India Champions Trophy squad: The men's senior selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar picked the squad for both Champions Trophy and three ODIs vs England. Rohit Sharma will lead the 15-member squad and will have Shubman Gill as his deputy. Currently on rest, Jasprit Bumrah has been named…

The Times of India

India Champions Trophy squad: Shreyas Iyer - the crucial piece in middle-order puzzle

NEW DELHI: The wait is finally over. India men's senior selection committee chaired by Ajit Agarkar will pick India's provisional squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy tomorrow (January 18) in Mumbai and they are set to face a happy headache while doing the same. While top-order is more or less…

The Times of India

India's T20I squad for England series: Former India cricketer questions Rishabh Pant and Yashasvi Jaiswal's omissions

NEW DELHI: India's 15-member squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against England, starting January 22 in Kolkata, was announced on Saturday. Suryakumar Yadav will lead the side, with spin bowler Axar Patel serving as his deputy.

The Times of India

'India need Mohammed Shami fit, playing and in form': Aakash Chopra as pacer returns to squad for England T20Is

NEW DELHI: Fast bowler Mohammed Shami has made a much-anticipated return to India's T20I squad for the upcoming five-match series against England, beginning January 22 in Kolkata. Shami, 34, last played a T20I in November 2022 and has been sidelined due to a heel surgery that kept him out of…

The Times of India

A year to forget: Team India remains winless in ODIs in 2024

In 2024, India’s cricket calendar placed greater emphasis on the ICC T20 World Cup and the ICC World Test Championship final qualification, leaving one-day internationals (ODIs) with minimal priority. After finishing as runners-up to Australia in the 2023 ODI World Cup, India participated in only three ODIs during the year.

The Times of India

IPL Auction 2025: Full squads analysed - how each team strategised to build the perfect combination

All Indian Premier League (IPL) teams have finalised their squads for the 2025 season after going through the retentions and the auction. Each team has signed their minimum 18 players and maximum of 25 from the Rs 120 crore that was available to them.

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IPL Auction 2025: Full squads, players list and final teams of 10 IPL franchises after mega auction

The IPL 2025 auction took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24th and 25th. The Abady Al-Johar Arena hosted the two-day event.

The Times of India

IPL 2025 Auction: Delhi Capitals remaining purse, Right to Match cards, slots remaining

The Delhi Capitals (DC), previously known as the Delhi Daredevils, have been a consistent presence in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since its inception in 2008. Despite being one of the founding teams, their journey in the league has been a mix of highs and lows.

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How to watch South Africa vs India: live stream 4th T20 2024 online or on TV today, team news

Here's how you can watch South Africa vs India 4th T20 online, ready for when it takes place on Friday, November 15.

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How to watch South Africa vs India: live stream 3rd T20 2024 online or on TV today, team news

Here's how you can watch South Africa vs India 3rd T20 online, ready for when it takes place on Wednesday, November 13.

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'Suryakumar Yadav's captaincy cost India dear' - says former Pakistan batsman

Leg-spinner Varun Chakravarthy bowled a brilliant five-wicket spell to put India within sight of victory in the second T20I against South Africa on Sunday, but an error of judgement by captain Suryakumar Yadav cost the visitors dear -- according to former Pakistan batsman Basit Ali.

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'IPL ki taiyari' in T20Is: Hardik Pandya slammed by ex-Pakistan batsman

India came close to defending a small total in the second T20I against South Africa in Gqeberha on Sunday, before Tristan Stubbs played a cameo to take his team home for a series-levelling three-wicket win at St. George's Park. But former Pakistan batsman Basit Ali slammed Hardik Pandya for playing…

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Will India make changes in playing XI for the second T20I against South Africa? Former cricketer weighs in

NEW DELHI: As India gear up for the second T20I against South Africa in Gqeberha on Sunday, all eyes are on potential changes to the playing XI, with leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi possibly making way if the team opts for only two spinners.

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How to watch South Africa vs India: live stream 2nd T20 2024 online or on TV today, team news

Here's how you can watch South Africa vs India 2nd T20 online, ready for when it takes place on Sunday, November 10.

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How to watch South Africa vs India: live stream 1st T20 2024 online or on TV today, team news

Here's how you can watch South Africa vs India 1st T20 online, ready for when it takes place on Friday, November 8.

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1st T20I: India youngsters aim to shed sidekicks tag against South Africa

NEW DELHI: In the four Twenty20 Internationals against South Africa, beginning with the opening match in Durban on Friday, a number of second line players, including Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma, will be looking for a breakthrough series as India firmly enters a transitional phase.

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India's T20I squad tests its general knowledge about South Africa after touchdown in Durban - Watch

India's T20I squad has landed in South Africa for a series of four matches, and the team led by Suryakumar Yadav kicked off the tour by testing each other's general knowledge about the rainbow nation.

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