‘It gives a little more value for strategy’: Ravichandran Ashwin supports Impact Player Rule in IPL | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has voiced his support for the Impact Player rule introduced in the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL), citing its strategic advantages despite some criticism. The rule permits teams to substitute a player during a match, allowing for tactical adjustments which Ashwin believes add value to the game. He also…

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EXCLUSIVE | Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma should visit Pakistan before retirement, says Kamran Akmal | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: India’s batting icons Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are two of the most celebrated cricketers of the modern era. Known for their match-winning performances and ability to change the course of a game, both have a massive fan-following worldwide, including in Pakistan despite not playing even a single international match in the country.Pakistan…

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Jay Shah’s endeavours as BCCI secretary made it a pioneer for others to follow: Sachin Tendulkar | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: Legendary Sachin Tendulkar praised the outgoing BCCI secretary Jay Shah on Wednesday for his groundbreaking efforts in promoting gender equality in the sport. Shah, who has been elected as the new ICC Chairman, will assume his role from December 1, making him the youngest person to hold this position at the age of…

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LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka says KL Rahul is ‘family’, lot of time left to decide on captaincy, retention | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: IPL franchise Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka on Wednesday called KL Rahul ‘an integral part of the franchise’ despite the ongoing speculations about his future with the team. Goenka remained noncommittal about player retention and the captaincy for the next IPL season.Goenka’s animated discussion with Rahul after an embarassing defeat against Sunrisers…

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Shreyas Iyer rolls his arms, mimics Sunil Narine’s action in Buchi Babu Tournament. Watch | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: India’s middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer recently surprised fans and spectators alike during the Buchi Babu Tournament as his bowling action drew comparisons to his Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) teammate Sunil Narine.The match between TNCA XI and Mumbai witnessed an intriguing decision by Mumbai’s captain Sarfaraz Khan on Tuesday. As the day’s play neared…

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‘No draw. We are going…’: Veteran India spinner recalls Virat Kohli’s ‘aggressive’ first stint as captain | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru spinner Karn Sharma recently shared insights on former skipper Virat Kohli’s leadership during a conversation on Manjot Kalra’s YouTube channel. Reflecting on his Test debut against Australia in Adelaide in 2014, Karn, now 36, highlighted how Kohli’s approach as captain left an indelible mark on the team. Kohli, who took…

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Karun Nair eyes career relaunch, says ‘my only aim now is to play Test cricket again’

NEW DELHI: After navigating a challenging period in his career, Indian batsman Karun Nair is meticulously rebuilding his path back to the top. While acknowledging the dream of donning the Indian jersey once more, Nair pointed out a present-focused approach, concentrating on consistent performance and continuous improvement.“You have to be prepared for the grind.It’s just…

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