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21 Jun

Virat Kohli Named in India’s ODI Squad for England Tour Pending Fitness Clearance

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MUMBAI (Gurpreet Singh): Star batter Virat Kohli has been included in India’s 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match One Day International series against England, with his participation dependent on achieving a full fitness clearance. The Board of Control for Cricket in India finalized the line-up on Sunday, naming opening batsman Shubman Gill as the captain to lead the white-ball contingent, while senior batsman Rohit Sharma also returns to the 50-over format. Kohli, who sat out India's recent assignment against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury sustained during the Indian Premier League, is scheduled to undergo a comprehensive evaluation by medical…

07 Jun

Dominant India Declare on 564/8 After Captain Shubman Gill’s Hundred Defies Afghanistan

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Indian cricket team firmly seized control of the New Chandigarh Test against Afghanistan on Sunday, declaring their first innings at a massive 564 for 8 during the second session. The visitors navigated a brief opening spell before the interval, moving safely to 12 without loss with opening batsmen Abdul Malik and Sediqullah Atal holding the fort. Leading the charge for the hosts, captain Shubman Gill top-scored with a commanding 126, while opening batsman KL Rahul laid the foundation with a precise 100. The momentum was sustained by fluent half-centuries from Rishabh Pant and Sai Sudharsan,…

18 Nov

Shubman Gill’s Availability in Doubt as India Prepare for Guwahati Test

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Guwahati (Rajeev Sharma): India captain Shubman Gill is unlikely to feature in the second Test against South Africa after being advised against travelling with the squad due to a neck injury. Team and association officials have indicated that he will remain in Kolkata for further rest and observation as the side departs for Guwahati on Wednesday. According to officials from the Cricket Association of Bengal, Gill continues to experience sharp neck pain and has been instructed to keep a stabilising collar on at all times. Medical staff have restricted him from flying for several days, making his participation in the…

16 Nov

Shubman Gill Sidelined for Remainder of First Test After Neck Problem

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KOLKATA (Rajeev Sharma): India’s opening Test against South Africa took an unexpected turn on Sunday when captain Shubman Gill was officially ruled out for the rest of the match due to a neck-related ailment picked up on Day 2. The announcement came from the BCCI just before the start of the third day’s play, confirming that Gill had been taken for medical scans after retiring hurt on Saturday. Gill’s innings ended abruptly at *4, when he appeared to strain his neck moments after sweeping Simon Harmer to the rope. Though he attempted to continue, discomfort forced him to leave the…

06 Nov

India Crush Australia by 48 Runs in Fourth T20, Take 2-1 Series Lead

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Gold Coast, November 6, 2025: Team India secured a commanding 48-run victory over Australia in the fourth T20 International at Gold Coast, taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.Chasing a target of 168, Australia collapsed for just 119 runs in 18.2 overs. Washington Sundar produced a sensational spell, claiming three wickets for only three runs, while Axar Patel and Shivam Dube picked up two wickets each to dismantle the hosts’ batting lineup.Earlier, after being asked to bat first, India posted 167 for 8 in their 20 overs. Shubman Gill led the charge with a composed 46 and shared a…

29 Oct

Rain Halts Suryakumar Yadav’s Comeback Show in Washed-Out T20 Against Australia

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Canberra, October 29, 2025: Suryakumar Yadav rediscovered his flair with a stylish unbeaten 39 before rain washed out the opening T20 International between India and Australia at the Manuka Oval on Wednesday.The Indian captain, who had endured a lean run throughout 2025, looked back to his best as he joined vice-captain Shubman Gill in an entertaining 62-run stand off just 35 balls. Gill remained unbeaten on 37 from 20 deliveries when play was abandoned due to persistent showers.Suryakumar’s innings was a reminder of his trademark elegance — crisp drives, audacious pulls, and a signature six over square leg off Josh…

11 Oct

Shubman Gill Surpasses Rohit Sharma, Becomes Fifth-Highest Century-Maker in WTC History

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New Delhi, October 11, 2025: Team India captain Shubman Gill achieved a major milestone on Saturday, becoming the fifth player with the most centuries in World Test Championship (WTC) history, after smashing an unbeaten 129-run knock on Day 2 of the second Test against the West Indies at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium.Gill’s fluent innings came off 196 balls, featuring 16 boundaries and two sixes, taking his WTC tally to 2,826 runs in 39 matches at an average of 43.47 and a strike rate of 61.36. With this, Gill now boasts 10 WTC centuries, surpassing former India skipper Rohit Sharma, who…

04 Oct

Shubman Gill Named India’s New ODI Captain for Australia Tour, Replacing Rohit Sharma

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Mumbai, Oct 4, 2025: In a significant leadership change, opener Shubman Gill has been appointed as captain of the Indian ODI team for the upcoming tour of Australia, replacing Rohit Sharma at the helm. The decision marks a generational shift in Indian cricket while retaining senior players for balance and mentorship.The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the 15-member ODI squad on Saturday, featuring seasoned campaigners Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli alongside emerging talents. Shreyas Iyer has been appointed as vice-captain for the three-match ODI series.Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for workload management, while left-handed…

25 Sep

Selection Shake-Up: India Names Fresh-Looking Test Squad for West Indies Series

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): With the white-ball campaign nearing its climax in the UAE, India's focus is quickly turning to the traditional format of the game. As preparations begin for the upcoming Test series at home against the West Indies, chief selector Ajit Agarkar has unveiled a squad that blends fresh energy with experienced hands. The 15-member team, announced today, features Shubman Gill continuing in his leadership role, but it's Ravindra Jadeja’s promotion to vice-captain that has caught many eyes. The veteran all-rounder steps up as deputy with regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant still unavailable for selection. While the core of…

10 Sep

Kuldeep Spins Web as India Crush UAE by Nine Wickets in Asia Cup Opener

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Dubai, September 10, 2025: Kuldeep Yadav’s magical spell dismantled a clueless UAE batting line-up as India strolled to a commanding nine-wicket win in their Asia Cup opener.The hosts folded meekly for just 57 in 13.1 overs, with Kuldeep returning exceptional figures of 4 for 7 in 2.1 overs. India, in reply, needed only 4.3 overs to wrap up the chase, led by Abhishek Sharma’s brisk 30 off 16 and vice-captain Shubman Gill’s unbeaten 20 off nine deliveries.Ironically, the winning shot came off UAE’s Simranjeet Singh, who once bowled to Gill during the latter’s childhood practice sessions in Punjab.India’s bowling unit…