‘No one will tell me how to bat’: Sanju Samson’s vow to ‘not be part of the rat race’ | Cricket News
Senior India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has said he decided even before the 2026 T20 World Cup that he would stop worrying about outside opinions and play cricket on his own terms. He added that he no longer wants to be part of the “rat race” and will continue to trust his own instincts.Samson, who scored…
No more sweets till LA Olympics, says Savita as Indian women eye World Cup, Asiad podium
No sweets, no chocolates, or fast food until the Los Angeles Olympics — this is the self-imposed diet pledge taken by the Indian women’s hockey team as players sharpen their focus on securing podium finishes at the FIH World Cup and the Asian Games, says the legendary goalkeeper Savita Punia. The Indian team, which scripted…
‘He understands, assesses and gets better’: VVS Laxman reveals what makes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi so special | Cricket News
India’s Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (AP Photo) Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s remarkable start to international cricket continued to draw praise, with India interim head coach VVS Laxman highlighting the teenager’s maturity and willingness to learn after his composed innings in the third T20I against Zimbabwe. The 15-year-old anchored India’s batting effort with a well-crafted 81 off 49 deliveries in…
From England disappointment to Zimbabwe success: India coach hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s ‘maturity level’ | Cricket News
India’s interim head coach VVS Laxman said 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has shown remarkable growth in his understanding of the game over the last six months, adding that the teenager’s maturity has helped him handle pressure at the international level.Sooryavanshi finished India’s tour of Zimbabwe on a high, winning both the Player of the Match and…
Indian sports wrap, July 27: Ajit Agarkar, wife Fatema to start early learning centre
OTHER SPORTS Ajit Agarkar, wife Fatema to start early learning centre ACE Juniors Chief selector Ajit Agarkar and his wife Fatema will launch a new-age early learning centre ACE Juniors on July 29 with a curriculum that will focus on developing creativity, emotional intelligence and communication among children. The curriculum draws inspiration from Cambridge Early…
‘Why different rules for different players?’ – Abhishek Sharma’s poor form sparks Sanju Samson debate | Cricket News
India’s Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson (ANI Photo) Hanuma Vihari has questioned Team India’s decision to continue backing Abhishek Sharma despite his poor run of form in the ongoing T20I series against Zimbabwe. The former India batter believes the selectors have applied different standards to Abhishek and Sanju Samson, especially after Samson lost his place…
Yash Dayal set to join Chhattisgarh, seeks NOC from UPCA | Cricket News
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Yash Dayal (PTI Photo) Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh pacer Yash Dayal has sought a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) to switch to Chhattisgarh for the upcoming domestic season. Speculation was rife that Dayal would feature in the UPT20 League after playing in the Ghaziabad Premier League in…
WI vs PAK 1st Test: Former captain Shan Masood’s unbeaten 88 helps Pakistan recover against West Indies on Day 2 | Cricket News
Pakistan’s Shan Masood. (Photo by AP/PTI) NEW DELHI: Pakistan ended Day 2 of the first Test against West Indies in a strong position, reaching 199/3 in reply to the hosts’ first-innings total of 311. Former captain Shan Masood led the fightback with an unbeaten 88, making an impressive return with the bat after recently stepping…
‘Thank you VVS sir’: Shreyas Iyer credits Laxman after India’s 3-0 Zimbabwe sweep | Cricket News
VVS Laxman and Shreyas Iyer (Screengrab) India’s comprehensive 3-0 T20I series victory over Zimbabwe ended with mutual appreciation between captain Shreyas Iyer and stand-in head coach VVS Laxman, as both credited each other’s leadership for the team’s commanding performances. A relatively inexperienced Indian squad, missing several first-choice players including Sanju Samson, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh…
Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood and priceless lessons: Abhishek Moond and Vasudev Prasad Singh soak in Australia’s fast-bowling culture | Cricket News
(L-R) Vasudev Prasad Singh, Pat Cummins and Abhishek Moond at the Allan Border Field in Brisbane (Photo Courtesy: Cricket Australia) New Delhi: “Sir, yakeen nahi ho raha Cummins (Pat), Hazlewood (Josh) aur Starc (Mitchell) ke saath run-up mark kiye hain (I can’t believe I have marked my run-up alongside Hazlewood and Starc),” Ashok Kumar recalled…
