New Delhi, Sep 3 (Ians) Pakistan skipper Babar Azam’s defensive captaincy against India in the Asia Cup encounter faced criticism from ex-players from both nations as former star pacer Shoaib Akhtar suggested that the Pakistan fast bowler could have bowled a few more overs from one end with spin.
After Shaheen Afridi, who finished with 4-35, and fellow pacer Haris Rauf had India down to 66-4, sensible knocks from Ishan Kishan (82) and Hardik Pandya (87) rallied India to 266 all out. However, the match ended without a result as Pakistan did not get an opportunity to bat due to rain in Pallekele on Saturday.
“Pakistan fast bowling has done wonders. Pakistan should have continued with pacers with short two-over spells from one end and operated spin from only one end. Pakistan should have bowled India out inside 40 overs itself. Pakistan should have capitalized after reducing India to 66-4. Babar Azam needs to...
After Shaheen Afridi, who finished with 4-35, and fellow pacer Haris Rauf had India down to 66-4, sensible knocks from Ishan Kishan (82) and Hardik Pandya (87) rallied India to 266 all out. However, the match ended without a result as Pakistan did not get an opportunity to bat due to rain in Pallekele on Saturday.
“Pakistan fast bowling has done wonders. Pakistan should have continued with pacers with short two-over spells from one end and operated spin from only one end. Pakistan should have bowled India out inside 40 overs itself. Pakistan should have capitalized after reducing India to 66-4. Babar Azam needs to...
- 9/3/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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New Delhi, Aug 31 (Ians) The Pakistani skipper Babar Azam showcased his class against debutant Nepal in the opening game of the Asia Cup 2023. His exhilarating knock of 151 runs in 131 deliveries helped Pakistan start the tournament with a big win.
Former India opener Aakash Chopra, on his show Aakashvani streaming on JioCinema, praised Babar’s knock and hailed him as the best player of the format.
Chopra said, “Nepal seemed confident after getting the two early wickets and everything was going according to plan. But then comes Babar Azam. Nineteen centuries in 102 innings, he’s truly an unbelievable player and is in a league of his own.”
“Now, of course, there will be people saying that ‘it’s just against minnows and it’s a flat pitch’. The tournament has just begun, and Babar Azam has set it on fire. Now, everyone will be playing against minnows and on great pitches...
Former India opener Aakash Chopra, on his show Aakashvani streaming on JioCinema, praised Babar’s knock and hailed him as the best player of the format.
Chopra said, “Nepal seemed confident after getting the two early wickets and everything was going according to plan. But then comes Babar Azam. Nineteen centuries in 102 innings, he’s truly an unbelievable player and is in a league of his own.”
“Now, of course, there will be people saying that ‘it’s just against minnows and it’s a flat pitch’. The tournament has just begun, and Babar Azam has set it on fire. Now, everyone will be playing against minnows and on great pitches...
- 8/31/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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New Delhi, Aug 29 (Ians) Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra feels Virat Kohli should bat at No.3 in the Asia Cup and World Cup 2023.
In the last few years, the Indian Men’s Cricket Team has suffered a lot at the No.4 position, but with Shreyas Iyer and Kl Rahul back in the team, the shoes are filled now.
In his latest episode of Aakashvani on Jio Cinema, Chopra stated that Virat’s numbers at the No.3 position are brilliant. “There are two parameters to judge this. First, Virat Kohli’s success at No. 4 is good, but at No. 3 it’s exceptional. A significant sample size reinforces this and his peak equals India’s best.
“Hopes rest on his tournament performance – if he does well, India benefits; otherwise, a middle-order gap looms. Kohli’s effectiveness shines at No. 3, tackling new balls and closing games. Retaining this is vital,” he added.
Earlier,...
In the last few years, the Indian Men’s Cricket Team has suffered a lot at the No.4 position, but with Shreyas Iyer and Kl Rahul back in the team, the shoes are filled now.
In his latest episode of Aakashvani on Jio Cinema, Chopra stated that Virat’s numbers at the No.3 position are brilliant. “There are two parameters to judge this. First, Virat Kohli’s success at No. 4 is good, but at No. 3 it’s exceptional. A significant sample size reinforces this and his peak equals India’s best.
“Hopes rest on his tournament performance – if he does well, India benefits; otherwise, a middle-order gap looms. Kohli’s effectiveness shines at No. 3, tackling new balls and closing games. Retaining this is vital,” he added.
Earlier,...
- 8/29/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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New Delhi, Aug 13 (Ians) India meet the West Indies in the fifth and final T20I at the Broward County Stadium in Florida, US, on Sunday, with the series level at 2-2. Shubhman Gill’s return to form is the good news that India has been waiting.
JioCinema expert Aakash Chopra, said: “It’s a significant relief because the issue was that the team wasn’t gaining momentum at the start. In T20 cricket, almost eight out of 10 times, you need to have the momentum on your side. Up until now, you were playing on pitches where matches were won at around 150 runs, but even then, there was some time to settle in. Now, with the Florida pitch that should present 180+ conditions, a good start is important, and Shubman Gill’s return to form is a good sign for the team.”
With both teams looking to go all out in the series-decider,...
JioCinema expert Aakash Chopra, said: “It’s a significant relief because the issue was that the team wasn’t gaining momentum at the start. In T20 cricket, almost eight out of 10 times, you need to have the momentum on your side. Up until now, you were playing on pitches where matches were won at around 150 runs, but even then, there was some time to settle in. Now, with the Florida pitch that should present 180+ conditions, a good start is important, and Shubman Gill’s return to form is a good sign for the team.”
With both teams looking to go all out in the series-decider,...
- 8/13/2023
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New Delhi, Aug 9 (Ians) India won the third T20I of the five-match series by seven wickets, after going 0-2 down. Tilak Varma, who made his India debut in this series, continued his good form and scored his third consecutive thirty-plus score.
JioCinema expert Pragyan Ojha recently tweeted that Varma should be fast-tracked into the No. 4 spot for Team India in ODIs.
Aakash Chopra seconded Ojha’s view but said there is another aspect to it.
“Generally, we tend to forget people who are not there. This has been a continuous debate happening around the No. 4 position. We even talked about it during the Odi series. We saw three different batters at that position, Axar Patel was also tried at that position, even though he wasn’t a candidate for that position. At that time, we were still discussing Shreyas Iyer or Kl Rahul, right? When they are back, I think Tilak must wait.
JioCinema expert Pragyan Ojha recently tweeted that Varma should be fast-tracked into the No. 4 spot for Team India in ODIs.
Aakash Chopra seconded Ojha’s view but said there is another aspect to it.
“Generally, we tend to forget people who are not there. This has been a continuous debate happening around the No. 4 position. We even talked about it during the Odi series. We saw three different batters at that position, Axar Patel was also tried at that position, even though he wasn’t a candidate for that position. At that time, we were still discussing Shreyas Iyer or Kl Rahul, right? When they are back, I think Tilak must wait.
- 8/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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New Delhi, Aug 6 (Ians) With the 2023 Men’s Odi World Cup now only two months away, it is time for the teams to fine tune their combinations and see who are their best eleven players and four back-ups ready to participate in the competition from October 5 to November 19.
For India, it is the same route too – fine tune combinations and see every game as a chance to find their strongest playing eleven for the mega event at home. Their recent 2-1 series win over the West Indies was important in seeing what the contenders for numbers four and five had to show.
But the first two games of the series in Barbados showed that there was confusion in India’s way of experimenting with the batting order. Apart from Ishan Kishan smashing a hat-trick of fifties as an opener, which could point towards him being a back-up opening option.
Suryakumar Yadav,...
For India, it is the same route too – fine tune combinations and see every game as a chance to find their strongest playing eleven for the mega event at home. Their recent 2-1 series win over the West Indies was important in seeing what the contenders for numbers four and five had to show.
But the first two games of the series in Barbados showed that there was confusion in India’s way of experimenting with the batting order. Apart from Ishan Kishan smashing a hat-trick of fifties as an opener, which could point towards him being a back-up opening option.
Suryakumar Yadav,...
- 8/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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New Delhi, Aug 3 (Ians) Former India opener Aakash Chopra believes that one major difference in the build-up of the 2023 Men’s Odi World Cup as compared to the preparation undertaken by the 2011 tournament-winning team, has been the significantly lesser time of playing matches as a cohesive unit.
After the end of 2007 Odi World Cup and before the start of the 2011 edition, India had played 118 ODIs. With the 2023 World Cup being just over two months away, India have played just 57 matches after the end of the 2019 edition in England. Moreover, India has played 42 ODIs since the start of 2021, with 44 players being tried out, highlighting that a settled combination hasn’t been achieved yet.
“There is one significant difference in the build-ups of 2011 and 2023 World Cups, which is the amount of T20 cricket being played. I still remember we were very reluctant to play T20 cricket even after winning the inaugural T...
After the end of 2007 Odi World Cup and before the start of the 2011 edition, India had played 118 ODIs. With the 2023 World Cup being just over two months away, India have played just 57 matches after the end of the 2019 edition in England. Moreover, India has played 42 ODIs since the start of 2021, with 44 players being tried out, highlighting that a settled combination hasn’t been achieved yet.
“There is one significant difference in the build-ups of 2011 and 2023 World Cups, which is the amount of T20 cricket being played. I still remember we were very reluctant to play T20 cricket even after winning the inaugural T...
- 8/3/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Aug 3 (Ians) Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra urged everyone to come together and support the Indian Blind Cricket Teams (both men’s and women’s) for their campaign in International Blind Sports Federation (Ibsa) World Games 2023 in Birmingham.
The Indian Blind Cricket Teams will feature in Ibsa World Games 2023 in Birmingham which is scheduled to be held from August 18 to August 27.
Aakash Chopra on Thursday Tweeted a short and sweet message for the Indian contingent showing his support for the Teams as blind cricket gears to make its debut in the World Games.
“Heartiest Congratulations to India Men’s and Women’s Blind Cricket Teams as they gear up to feature in World Games 2023, Birmingham. Let’s show unwavering support and cheer for our Indian contingent as they embark on this momentous journey,” Aakash Chopra said.
The Indian men’s team is set to arrive in London for...
The Indian Blind Cricket Teams will feature in Ibsa World Games 2023 in Birmingham which is scheduled to be held from August 18 to August 27.
Aakash Chopra on Thursday Tweeted a short and sweet message for the Indian contingent showing his support for the Teams as blind cricket gears to make its debut in the World Games.
“Heartiest Congratulations to India Men’s and Women’s Blind Cricket Teams as they gear up to feature in World Games 2023, Birmingham. Let’s show unwavering support and cheer for our Indian contingent as they embark on this momentous journey,” Aakash Chopra said.
The Indian men’s team is set to arrive in London for...
- 8/3/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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New Delhi, Aug 2 (Ians) India’s batting unit impressed collectively, helping the visitors to a huge 200-run win over the West Indies in the 3rd and series-deciding Odi at Trinidad on Tuesday.
The openers Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill put on 143 in only 19.4 overs before stand-in skipper Hardik Pandya and Sanju Samson helped India set the hosts a challenging 352-run target.
Thereafter, the West Indies struggled to find any momentum, and paceman Shardul Thakur took 4/37 in 6.3 overs as Shai Hope’s side were bowled out for only 151 in 35.3 overs. The other pace bowler Mukesh Kumar returned with figures of 3/30 while spinner Kuldeep Yadav took 2/25.
JioCinema expert Aakash Chopra was impressed with Thakur’s performance, saying: “In the previous match itself, Shardul took three wickets. He gets very limited credit for the way he bowls. I am trying to figure out how he takes so many wickets and why he is expensive,...
The openers Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill put on 143 in only 19.4 overs before stand-in skipper Hardik Pandya and Sanju Samson helped India set the hosts a challenging 352-run target.
Thereafter, the West Indies struggled to find any momentum, and paceman Shardul Thakur took 4/37 in 6.3 overs as Shai Hope’s side were bowled out for only 151 in 35.3 overs. The other pace bowler Mukesh Kumar returned with figures of 3/30 while spinner Kuldeep Yadav took 2/25.
JioCinema expert Aakash Chopra was impressed with Thakur’s performance, saying: “In the previous match itself, Shardul took three wickets. He gets very limited credit for the way he bowls. I am trying to figure out how he takes so many wickets and why he is expensive,...
- 8/2/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Port of Spain, July 31 (Ians) Former India opener Aakash Chopra believes the team thinktank should continue experimenting if the management thinks that’s the way forward for the Odi series decider against the West Indies set to happen at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, on Tuesday.
The series is on the line for India, who suffered a six-wicket defeat in the second Odi to West Indies after being bowled out for just 181. In that match at Kensington Oval, India rested veterans like captain Rohit Sharma and talismanic batter Virat Kohli, giving game time to Sanju Samson and Axar Patel in another round of experiments by the side ahead of this year’s Odi World Cup.
“If you were to look at the series for experiments, why stop? If you’re going in with the philosophy that ‘I am going to try a lot of cricketers, I’m going...
The series is on the line for India, who suffered a six-wicket defeat in the second Odi to West Indies after being bowled out for just 181. In that match at Kensington Oval, India rested veterans like captain Rohit Sharma and talismanic batter Virat Kohli, giving game time to Sanju Samson and Axar Patel in another round of experiments by the side ahead of this year’s Odi World Cup.
“If you were to look at the series for experiments, why stop? If you’re going in with the philosophy that ‘I am going to try a lot of cricketers, I’m going...
- 7/31/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Bridgetown, July 30 (Ians) Former India cricketer Abhishek Nayar believes that the Rohit Sharma-led side should be playing their strongest team six to eight months ahead of a major tournament like the upcoming Odi World Cup.
In India’s six-wicket loss to West Indies in the second Odi at Kensington Oval, they rested veterans like captain Rohit Sharma and talismanic batter Virat Kohli, giving game time to Sanju Samson and Axar Patel in another round of experiments.
But Samson and Axar couldn’t make the chance count, scoring only nine and one respectively as India suffered a batting collapse to be all out for 181. In reply, West Indies chased down the target with 80 balls to spare to level the series 1-1 and set up a series decider at Port of Spain on Tuesday.
“I believe since the time you are six to eight months away from a big tournament, you...
In India’s six-wicket loss to West Indies in the second Odi at Kensington Oval, they rested veterans like captain Rohit Sharma and talismanic batter Virat Kohli, giving game time to Sanju Samson and Axar Patel in another round of experiments.
But Samson and Axar couldn’t make the chance count, scoring only nine and one respectively as India suffered a batting collapse to be all out for 181. In reply, West Indies chased down the target with 80 balls to spare to level the series 1-1 and set up a series decider at Port of Spain on Tuesday.
“I believe since the time you are six to eight months away from a big tournament, you...
- 7/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Bridgetown, July 27 (Ians) Former India opener Aakash Chopra believes the side should not be relying on fast-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya to bowl his full quota of ten overs ahead of the first Odi against the West Indies at Kensington Oval.
Chopra also feels that Pandya bowling either five or six overs in ODIs would be sufficient, and is keen to see how skipper Rohit Sharma handles him in the three-game series as India restart their preparation for Men’s Odi World Cup at home from October 5 to November 19.
“I am viewing him as someone who can give you five to six overs and not consistently giving you ten overs. Well, we will also find out in the three ODIs whether he is actually bowling and if he is bowling, how many overs Rohit Sharma is giving him the responsibility to bowl,” Chopra was quoted as saying by broadcasters JioCinema.
Ex-India...
Chopra also feels that Pandya bowling either five or six overs in ODIs would be sufficient, and is keen to see how skipper Rohit Sharma handles him in the three-game series as India restart their preparation for Men’s Odi World Cup at home from October 5 to November 19.
“I am viewing him as someone who can give you five to six overs and not consistently giving you ten overs. Well, we will also find out in the three ODIs whether he is actually bowling and if he is bowling, how many overs Rohit Sharma is giving him the responsibility to bowl,” Chopra was quoted as saying by broadcasters JioCinema.
Ex-India...
- 7/27/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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New Delhi, July 24 (Ians) The stage is set for an interesting finish on Day five of the 2nd Test in Port of Spain as the West Indies still require 289 runs for victory with eight wickets in hand.
Set a target of 365 runs on a rain-curtailed penultimate day on Sunday, the hosts reached 76/2 at close with Tagenarine Chanderpaul (24 runs) and Jermaine Blackwood (20 runs) holding fort.
Earlier, fast bowler Mohammed Siraj did the star turn with the ball, claiming 5/60 that went a long way in bowling out the Windies for 255 in the 1st innings. Thereafter, skipper Rohit Sharma (57) and wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan (52 not out) played whirlwind knocks to help India declare their second innings at 181/2.
So, what’s the strategy that the hosts should adopt in the prevailing circumstances? Former India opener Aakash Chopra, a JioCinema expert, said: “It depends on what they’re actually thinking about. If they want to win this game,...
Set a target of 365 runs on a rain-curtailed penultimate day on Sunday, the hosts reached 76/2 at close with Tagenarine Chanderpaul (24 runs) and Jermaine Blackwood (20 runs) holding fort.
Earlier, fast bowler Mohammed Siraj did the star turn with the ball, claiming 5/60 that went a long way in bowling out the Windies for 255 in the 1st innings. Thereafter, skipper Rohit Sharma (57) and wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan (52 not out) played whirlwind knocks to help India declare their second innings at 181/2.
So, what’s the strategy that the hosts should adopt in the prevailing circumstances? Former India opener Aakash Chopra, a JioCinema expert, said: “It depends on what they’re actually thinking about. If they want to win this game,...
- 7/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, July 19 (Ians) Virat Kohli will play his 500th international match during the second Test match against the West Indies on Thursday.
Sixth in the list of most runs scored and behind only Sachin Tendulkar in international centuries, Kohli will be the fourth Indian to achieve the milestone of 500 matches.
JioCinema expert Aakash Chopra lauded Kohli’s remarkable milestone and termed him the brand ambassador of the game.
“Virat Kohli’s dedication for the game is very evident and in fact defines him. The way he has lived his life like a monk where it has only been about cricket. That is the reason he has reached where he is today and is a brand ambassador of the beautiful game. We are all thankful for what he has done for Indian cricket and for cricket in general.”
Pragyan Ojha, too, praised him and termed it as ‘one more feather in the cap’ moment,...
Sixth in the list of most runs scored and behind only Sachin Tendulkar in international centuries, Kohli will be the fourth Indian to achieve the milestone of 500 matches.
JioCinema expert Aakash Chopra lauded Kohli’s remarkable milestone and termed him the brand ambassador of the game.
“Virat Kohli’s dedication for the game is very evident and in fact defines him. The way he has lived his life like a monk where it has only been about cricket. That is the reason he has reached where he is today and is a brand ambassador of the beautiful game. We are all thankful for what he has done for Indian cricket and for cricket in general.”
Pragyan Ojha, too, praised him and termed it as ‘one more feather in the cap’ moment,...
- 7/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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New Delhi, July 12 (Ians) Yashasvi Jaiswal is all set to make his Test debut as an opener against the West Indies on Wednesday in the first Test at Dominica, and this opportunity could not have come at a better time.
The 21-year-old was in red-hot form during the recent Ipl, and is also a proven performer in the longer formats of the game.
During a preview show, JioCinema expert, Aakash Chopra said: “The good thing about Yashasvi Jaiswal’s selection is that it’s not just on the back of Ipl runs. Yes, he was absolutely phenomenal and scintillating in this edition of the Ipl, but then he scored a mountain of runs—truckloads of runs—in First Class cricket playing for Mumbai and West Zone.”
The former India opener added: “In fact, wherever he has played, whichever team he has represented so far, he has scored a lot of runs,...
The 21-year-old was in red-hot form during the recent Ipl, and is also a proven performer in the longer formats of the game.
During a preview show, JioCinema expert, Aakash Chopra said: “The good thing about Yashasvi Jaiswal’s selection is that it’s not just on the back of Ipl runs. Yes, he was absolutely phenomenal and scintillating in this edition of the Ipl, but then he scored a mountain of runs—truckloads of runs—in First Class cricket playing for Mumbai and West Zone.”
The former India opener added: “In fact, wherever he has played, whichever team he has represented so far, he has scored a lot of runs,...
- 7/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
In their last eight games, they have won only twice and after Sunday’s disastrous 112-run defeat to Royal Challengers Bangalore, where they were shot out for just 59, Rajasthan looked like a side that has completely lost the momentum, with its Play-offs hopes now hanging by a thread.
Former India opener Aakash Chopra feels Rajasthan’s massive slump began with Samson and opener Jos Buttler suffering loss of form in the last eight games. Since Rajasthan’s downfall began, Buttler has made just one fifty-plus score while being out for ducks thrice. Samson, on the other hand, has nothing of note apart from an unbeaten 66 and 48.
"It started with Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson losing form. If two of your top three batters are going through a rough patch, and if that happens to be coinciding, then it becomes a huge issue. Buttler completely going off the boil and Sanju...
Former India opener Aakash Chopra feels Rajasthan’s massive slump began with Samson and opener Jos Buttler suffering loss of form in the last eight games. Since Rajasthan’s downfall began, Buttler has made just one fifty-plus score while being out for ducks thrice. Samson, on the other hand, has nothing of note apart from an unbeaten 66 and 48.
"It started with Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson losing form. If two of your top three batters are going through a rough patch, and if that happens to be coinciding, then it becomes a huge issue. Buttler completely going off the boil and Sanju...
- 5/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Hyderabad, April 25 (Ians) The wheel of fortune is turning around for Delhi Capitals and the David Warner-led side put up an extremely disciplined bowling performance to beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by seven runs in Match No. 34 of the Ipl 2023, here.
Defending a modest 144, DC restricted Srh to 137/6 on Monday night, thereby recording their second successive victory on the back of five straight defeats.
The spin duo of Axar Patel (2/21) and Kuldeep Yadav (1/22) were at their best once again while the veteran paceman Ishant Sharma put up an impressive show for the second game running, taking 1/18 in three overs.
Srh opener Mayank Agarwal had put his team in a position of strength, hitting 49, but got out trying to lift Patel out of the park. The hosts lost significant momentum thereafter and handed their opponents an opening back into the game. The defeat also meant that Srh paceman Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s brilliant...
Defending a modest 144, DC restricted Srh to 137/6 on Monday night, thereby recording their second successive victory on the back of five straight defeats.
The spin duo of Axar Patel (2/21) and Kuldeep Yadav (1/22) were at their best once again while the veteran paceman Ishant Sharma put up an impressive show for the second game running, taking 1/18 in three overs.
Srh opener Mayank Agarwal had put his team in a position of strength, hitting 49, but got out trying to lift Patel out of the park. The hosts lost significant momentum thereafter and handed their opponents an opening back into the game. The defeat also meant that Srh paceman Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s brilliant...
- 4/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Mumbai, April 18 (Ians) Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina is in awe of Urban Punjabi singer Sid K who has sung the song ‘Kya Haal Hai’ featuring teenage sensation, Riva Arora, in the music video.
Raina introduced Sid K to everyone recently on The Kapil Sharma Show, labeling the singer as hardworking and talented.
“We have with us our friend Sid K, he has sung a song for an album. He is a very hardworking and talented guy,” Raina said on the show.
Raina, the former Csk batter, also asked him to grace the event with the beautiful song in front of the audience as everyone got excited about the song.
As soon as he was called on the stage, Sid K enthralled the audience with his soulful voice and promoted his latest track ‘Kya Haal Hai’, which was released under the banner of Zee Music.
The episode was studded with cricket stars,...
Raina introduced Sid K to everyone recently on The Kapil Sharma Show, labeling the singer as hardworking and talented.
“We have with us our friend Sid K, he has sung a song for an album. He is a very hardworking and talented guy,” Raina said on the show.
Raina, the former Csk batter, also asked him to grace the event with the beautiful song in front of the audience as everyone got excited about the song.
As soon as he was called on the stage, Sid K enthralled the audience with his soulful voice and promoted his latest track ‘Kya Haal Hai’, which was released under the banner of Zee Music.
The episode was studded with cricket stars,...
- 4/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, April 14 (Ians) Defending champion Gujarat Titans secured their third win of the 2023 Ipl as they defeated Punjab Kings by six wickets after successfully chasing down 154 with a ball to spare.
Pacer Mohit Sharma, who played his first Ipl match since 2020, starred with the ball with a spell of 2-18 and was adjudged the Player of the Match. With the bat, opener Shubman Gill smashed 67 off 49 balls, laced with seven fours and a six, though he got out in the final over.
But former India opener Aakash Chopra feels Gill should have been given the Player of the Match award instead of Mohit. “If I could decide to award the Player of the Match, I would have given it to Shubman Gill. He’s the only person to hit a half-century.”
“We can talk about how flat a pitch it was as much as we want, we didn’t...
Pacer Mohit Sharma, who played his first Ipl match since 2020, starred with the ball with a spell of 2-18 and was adjudged the Player of the Match. With the bat, opener Shubman Gill smashed 67 off 49 balls, laced with seven fours and a six, though he got out in the final over.
But former India opener Aakash Chopra feels Gill should have been given the Player of the Match award instead of Mohit. “If I could decide to award the Player of the Match, I would have given it to Shubman Gill. He’s the only person to hit a half-century.”
“We can talk about how flat a pitch it was as much as we want, we didn’t...
- 4/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Mumbai, March 9 (Ians) Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra showered praise on Gujarat Giants all-rounder Harleen Deol, saying her efforts made everyone feel like she dished out a near-perfect knock in the Women’s Premier League (Wpl) match against Royal Challengers Bangalore.
After Sophia Dunkley fell, Harleen impressed everyone with her exquisite timing and placement to score 67 off 45 balls, hitting nine fours and a six at a strike rate of 148.89 as Gujarat made 201/7, which was enough to give them the first two points of the competition on board, with an 11-run victory over Bangalore at Brabourne Stadium.
“Interestingly, it seemed like she started the game a little slow. At one point, she had just 22 runs in 20 deliveries. From there, you either get out or accelerate as she did. She was absolutely brilliant. She played well against spin, almost a perfect knock from her,” Chopra was quoted as saying by Sports18 and JioCinema.
After Sophia Dunkley fell, Harleen impressed everyone with her exquisite timing and placement to score 67 off 45 balls, hitting nine fours and a six at a strike rate of 148.89 as Gujarat made 201/7, which was enough to give them the first two points of the competition on board, with an 11-run victory over Bangalore at Brabourne Stadium.
“Interestingly, it seemed like she started the game a little slow. At one point, she had just 22 runs in 20 deliveries. From there, you either get out or accelerate as she did. She was absolutely brilliant. She played well against spin, almost a perfect knock from her,” Chopra was quoted as saying by Sports18 and JioCinema.
- 3/9/2023
- by News Bureau
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Mumbai, March 3 (Ians) Viacom18, the broadcasters of the inaugural Women’s Premier League (Wpl), announced on Friday that Anjum Chopra, Veda Krishnamurthy, Zaheer Khan and Aakash Chopra will be among the prominent names in their coverage of the tournament taking place from March 4-26.
Other members of the expert panel for the Wpl include Punam Raut, Reema Malhotra, Natalie Germanos, Kate Cross, Mel Jones, Venkatesh Prasad, Parthiv Patel, Saba Karim, Pragyan Ojha, and Abhinav Mukund.
The Wpl season-opener on March 4 will see Gujarat Giants taking on Mumbai Indians at the D.Y. Patil Stadium. The tournament will be presented in English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil and Telugu on JioCinema for no cost.
On TV, fans can catch the action live in English and Telugu on Sports18-1 Sd & HD, in Hindi on Sports18 Khel, in Kannada on Colors Kannada Cinema, and in Tamil on Colors Tamil.
“We are thrilled to present...
Other members of the expert panel for the Wpl include Punam Raut, Reema Malhotra, Natalie Germanos, Kate Cross, Mel Jones, Venkatesh Prasad, Parthiv Patel, Saba Karim, Pragyan Ojha, and Abhinav Mukund.
The Wpl season-opener on March 4 will see Gujarat Giants taking on Mumbai Indians at the D.Y. Patil Stadium. The tournament will be presented in English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil and Telugu on JioCinema for no cost.
On TV, fans can catch the action live in English and Telugu on Sports18-1 Sd & HD, in Hindi on Sports18 Khel, in Kannada on Colors Kannada Cinema, and in Tamil on Colors Tamil.
“We are thrilled to present...
- 3/3/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, March 3 (Ians) Legendary India batter Gavaskar pointed out that the no-ball by left-arm spin all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja in the second session of Day One in the third Test at Holkar Stadium in Indore that gave a life to Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne as the ‘turning point’ of the match.
Labuschagne was on zero on day one in Australia’s first innings when he was cleaned up by Jadeja. But replays showed that he had overstepped and from there, Labuschagne joined forces with Usman Khawaja which gave Australia an 88-run lead, which proved decisive, leading to them winning the match by nine wickets.
“If you look back, you will say that is probably what cost India the match because after that they (Labuschagne and Usman Khawaja) stitched a partnership of 96 when India were dismissed for 109. So I think that was probably the turning point. That no ball (when Labuschagne...
Labuschagne was on zero on day one in Australia’s first innings when he was cleaned up by Jadeja. But replays showed that he had overstepped and from there, Labuschagne joined forces with Usman Khawaja which gave Australia an 88-run lead, which proved decisive, leading to them winning the match by nine wickets.
“If you look back, you will say that is probably what cost India the match because after that they (Labuschagne and Usman Khawaja) stitched a partnership of 96 when India were dismissed for 109. So I think that was probably the turning point. That no ball (when Labuschagne...
- 3/3/2023
- by News Bureau
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Mumbai, Feb 27 (Ians) With the inaugural edition of the Women’s Premier League (Wpl) set to begin from March 4 here, former India opener Aakash Chopra believes that the Royal Challengers Bangalore (Rcb) have formed a team which has a heavy blend of experience and superstars.
Rcb, captained by India’s left-handed opener Smriti Mandhana, will be beginning their campaign in the Wpl from March 5 against the Delhi Capitals at the Brabourne stadium in an afternoon game. Apart from Smriti, pacer Renuka Singh Thakur and wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh are there from an Indian perspective.
Rcb’s foreign picks are experienced in New Zealand skipper Sophie Devine, England captain Heather Knight, South Africa’s long-time captain Dane van Niekerk, and Australia’s premier all-rounder Ellyse Perry and pacer Megan Schutt.
“What’s special about the team is that they have gathered a lot of captains. They took Smriti Mandhana, Ellyse Perry, who...
Rcb, captained by India’s left-handed opener Smriti Mandhana, will be beginning their campaign in the Wpl from March 5 against the Delhi Capitals at the Brabourne stadium in an afternoon game. Apart from Smriti, pacer Renuka Singh Thakur and wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh are there from an Indian perspective.
Rcb’s foreign picks are experienced in New Zealand skipper Sophie Devine, England captain Heather Knight, South Africa’s long-time captain Dane van Niekerk, and Australia’s premier all-rounder Ellyse Perry and pacer Megan Schutt.
“What’s special about the team is that they have gathered a lot of captains. They took Smriti Mandhana, Ellyse Perry, who...
- 2/27/2023
- by News Bureau
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Women's T20 World Cup: There was no support from fielding to the bowling strategy, says Anjum Chopra
Cape Town, Feb 24 (Ians) Former India captain Anjum Chopra pointed out that in the sides semi-final loss to Australia by five runs in the 2023 Icc Womens T20 World Cup, there was no support from the fielders towards the bowlers in executing their strategies.
In the five-run loss at Newlands Cricket Ground, India endured a terrible day with misses galore in ground fielding and catching. Meg Lanning was dropped on one by wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh and further survived a stumping attempt on nine too.
Shafali Verma dropped a simple catch of Beth Mooney at long-on when she was on 32. Apart from the three dropped chances, there were misfields in large numbers which got Australia to post 172/4. Anjum was also disappointed by the bowling strategy of giving width almost all the time.
“We fell short in every department. I think it was good that Australia was batting first — it gave India the chance to chase runs.
In the five-run loss at Newlands Cricket Ground, India endured a terrible day with misses galore in ground fielding and catching. Meg Lanning was dropped on one by wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh and further survived a stumping attempt on nine too.
Shafali Verma dropped a simple catch of Beth Mooney at long-on when she was on 32. Apart from the three dropped chances, there were misfields in large numbers which got Australia to post 172/4. Anjum was also disappointed by the bowling strategy of giving width almost all the time.
“We fell short in every department. I think it was good that Australia was batting first — it gave India the chance to chase runs.
- 2/24/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, Feb 23 (Ians) Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has shared his views on the recent Twitter war between Aakash Chopra and Venkatesh Prasad over K.L. Rahul’s form in Test cricket and questioned former cricketers “what would you have done if they were in Rahul’s position?”
Prasad has constantly criticised Rahul for his poor run of form which led to a war of words with Chopra, who tried to defend the right-hander from the former pacer’s criticism.
“If any player does not do well the first to feel bad are the player himself and his family. We all love those cricketers. If you are loving those cricketers then your anger is evident. But don’t get too overboard so that the player’s mentality can be damaged,” Harbhajan Singh said on his Youtube channel.
The right-handed batter has failed to impress in the Test lately. He has...
Prasad has constantly criticised Rahul for his poor run of form which led to a war of words with Chopra, who tried to defend the right-hander from the former pacer’s criticism.
“If any player does not do well the first to feel bad are the player himself and his family. We all love those cricketers. If you are loving those cricketers then your anger is evident. But don’t get too overboard so that the player’s mentality can be damaged,” Harbhajan Singh said on his Youtube channel.
The right-handed batter has failed to impress in the Test lately. He has...
- 2/23/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, Feb 23 (Ians) Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra believes Mumbai Indians buying India captain Harmanpreet Kaur for Inr 1.8 crores during the player auction earlier this month was a steal for them, considering the sides penchant of investing in top-notch leaders.
“One of Mumbai Indians’ top success mantras has been investing in a top-quality captain. When we look at the men’s team, they have always invested in captains and when they brought in Rohit Sharma, he was expected to lead the Mi side and the rest is history. They have had some wonderful campaigns and won five Ipl titles.”
Similarly, when I look at the women’s team, they want to follow the same philosophy — they want the best captain. In women’s cricket, who is the best captain right now? It’s Harmanpreet Kaur. Other players have the potential to be good future captains, but at this point in time,...
“One of Mumbai Indians’ top success mantras has been investing in a top-quality captain. When we look at the men’s team, they have always invested in captains and when they brought in Rohit Sharma, he was expected to lead the Mi side and the rest is history. They have had some wonderful campaigns and won five Ipl titles.”
Similarly, when I look at the women’s team, they want to follow the same philosophy — they want the best captain. In women’s cricket, who is the best captain right now? It’s Harmanpreet Kaur. Other players have the potential to be good future captains, but at this point in time,...
- 2/23/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, Feb 22 (Ians) Former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has lent his support to Kl Rahul amid the uproar over his ongoing struggles with the bat, requesting everyone to leave the 30-year-old batter alone and backing him to make a strong comeback.
Rahul is going through a lean patch in Test cricket recently. The right-handed batter has only scored one fifty in the last six Test matches he has played for India. In the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy, he has made scores of 20, 17 and 1 in the first two Tests.
Despite his poor run in the recent matches, Rahul is still getting backed by the team management even if an inform Shubhman Gill is sitting out, which has invited heavy criticism from the former Indian pacer Venkatesh Prasad and fans as well.
Commenting on the matter, Harbhajan took to Twitter and asked fans to keep faith in the star opener.
“Can we leave @klrahul alone guys?...
Rahul is going through a lean patch in Test cricket recently. The right-handed batter has only scored one fifty in the last six Test matches he has played for India. In the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy, he has made scores of 20, 17 and 1 in the first two Tests.
Despite his poor run in the recent matches, Rahul is still getting backed by the team management even if an inform Shubhman Gill is sitting out, which has invited heavy criticism from the former Indian pacer Venkatesh Prasad and fans as well.
Commenting on the matter, Harbhajan took to Twitter and asked fans to keep faith in the star opener.
“Can we leave @klrahul alone guys?...
- 2/22/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, Feb 20 (Ians) Former India batter Aakash Chopra believes that Ravindra Jadeja’s batting has given confidence in his complete skill set in the longest format of the game after his impressive performance in the first two Tests against Australia in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
The left-arm spinner was all guns blazing in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy as he claimed a 5-wicket-haul and scored a half-century in the opener and also recorded his best bowling figures in an innings in Test cricket, taking seven wickets (7/42) to bundle out Australia for 113 in their second innings on day three of the second Test on Sunday.
“To be fair, it felt as if he never went away. In the series where he was not available at home, Axar was taking 5 wickets every time he rolled his arm over. And now Axar is not able to bowl since Ravindra Jadeja is at his very best,...
The left-arm spinner was all guns blazing in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy as he claimed a 5-wicket-haul and scored a half-century in the opener and also recorded his best bowling figures in an innings in Test cricket, taking seven wickets (7/42) to bundle out Australia for 113 in their second innings on day three of the second Test on Sunday.
“To be fair, it felt as if he never went away. In the series where he was not available at home, Axar was taking 5 wickets every time he rolled his arm over. And now Axar is not able to bowl since Ravindra Jadeja is at his very best,...
- 2/20/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, Jan 30 (Ians) Former India captain Anjum Chopra showered praise on the U19 Women’s team who won the inaugural U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in South Africa, saying the country’s name being written in golden letters for winning the first-ever edition of the competition is a big deal.
“Firstly, winning the World Cup is a big deal and then the Under-19 women’s winning the inaugural World Cup by which the name of India will be written on it in golden letters is a big deal. By the way, the women’s cricket team has played the semi-finals of the World Cup many times and also played the finals many times but never won the trophy.”
“So, I understand it is a very different feeling and now it looks like we wish we were little kids and once again get a chance to play that’s how I feel.
“Firstly, winning the World Cup is a big deal and then the Under-19 women’s winning the inaugural World Cup by which the name of India will be written on it in golden letters is a big deal. By the way, the women’s cricket team has played the semi-finals of the World Cup many times and also played the finals many times but never won the trophy.”
“So, I understand it is a very different feeling and now it looks like we wish we were little kids and once again get a chance to play that’s how I feel.
- 1/30/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, Jan 28 (Ians) Former India opener Aakash Chopra said he would prefer to have Ks Bharat over Ishan Kishan as the wicketkeeper-batter for the upcoming four-match home Test series against Australia.
Chopra added that Bharat can keep the scoreboard moving with the bat and can handle the bowling of off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin and left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja as a wicketkeeper on Indian pitches.
For India’s Tests against Australia, starting from February 9 in Nagpur, Bharat and Ishan are the wicketkeeping options in the Rohit Sharma-led side as first-choice wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is on the road to recovery after surviving a horrific car accident on December 30.
Bharat, who has made regular appearances for India A and averages 47.95 in first-class matches, had been the back-up to Pant for a long time in the Test team. He also impressed with his keeping skills when Wriddhiman Saha didn’t take the gloves...
Chopra added that Bharat can keep the scoreboard moving with the bat and can handle the bowling of off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin and left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja as a wicketkeeper on Indian pitches.
For India’s Tests against Australia, starting from February 9 in Nagpur, Bharat and Ishan are the wicketkeeping options in the Rohit Sharma-led side as first-choice wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is on the road to recovery after surviving a horrific car accident on December 30.
Bharat, who has made regular appearances for India A and averages 47.95 in first-class matches, had been the back-up to Pant for a long time in the Test team. He also impressed with his keeping skills when Wriddhiman Saha didn’t take the gloves...
- 1/28/2023
- by News Bureau
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Hyderabad, Jan 19 (Ians) Shubman Gill’s brilliant double hundred against New Zealand has ended the debate about who will open the innings with skipper Rohit Sharma in One-Day Internationals, said Aakash Chopra as many former India cricketers lavished praise on the opener.
Gill has become the youngest player to score a double century in ODIs in the first match of the three-match series against New Zealand at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Wednesday.
The fifth Indian player to get a double century in ODIs, Gill was a dominating force in the hosts’ innings. Be it in the first power-play or the death overs, he was smashing boundaries against pacers and spinners in a pristine show of batsmanship.
But more than the double hundred, it was his success as an opener that impressed many as India had been looking for a partner for Rohit Sharma.
Aakash Chopra said Gill...
Gill has become the youngest player to score a double century in ODIs in the first match of the three-match series against New Zealand at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Wednesday.
The fifth Indian player to get a double century in ODIs, Gill was a dominating force in the hosts’ innings. Be it in the first power-play or the death overs, he was smashing boundaries against pacers and spinners in a pristine show of batsmanship.
But more than the double hundred, it was his success as an opener that impressed many as India had been looking for a partner for Rohit Sharma.
Aakash Chopra said Gill...
- 1/19/2023
- by News Bureau
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Mumbai, Jan 14 (Ians) The national selection committee’s decision to include white-ball specialist Suryakumar Yadav ahead of upcoming red-ball specialists, especially Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan, has raised a lot of dust with some former players and fans blasting the selectors for their decision.
Former India opener and noted commentator Aakash Chopra is one of the first to react on the issue and said Sarfaraz Khan might feel cheated for not being picked in the squad for the first two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Series despite some good performances in domestic red-ball cricket.
The selectors on Friday evening named wicket-keeper-batter Ishan Kishan beside stylish batter Suryakumar Yadav in the 17-member Indian Test squad for the first two games against Australia, beginning on February 9.
Suryakumar, who has been in brilliant form in T20Is for India, has also been included. He made his first-class debut way back in December 2010 and has 5549 runs...
Former India opener and noted commentator Aakash Chopra is one of the first to react on the issue and said Sarfaraz Khan might feel cheated for not being picked in the squad for the first two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Series despite some good performances in domestic red-ball cricket.
The selectors on Friday evening named wicket-keeper-batter Ishan Kishan beside stylish batter Suryakumar Yadav in the 17-member Indian Test squad for the first two games against Australia, beginning on February 9.
Suryakumar, who has been in brilliant form in T20Is for India, has also been included. He made his first-class debut way back in December 2010 and has 5549 runs...
- 1/14/2023
- by News Bureau
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New Delhi, Jan 7 (Ians) Viacom18 announced an expert panel of Suresh Raina, Rp Singh, Pragyan Ojha, and Aakash Chopra for their coverage of inaugural edition of SA20, which they will be broadcasting in Hindi, English, Tamil and Telugu.
The Hindi feed will feature cricketer-turned-expert Aakash Chopra, India’s highest wicket-taker of the 2007 Icc World Twenty20 campaign, Rp Singh, former India left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha and former England international Owais Shah.
Tamil viewers will hear cricketers Abhinav Mukund and Anirudha Srikkanth while Telugu coverage will be headlined by former India international Venkatapathy Raju, who will be joined by Akshath Reddy, Sandeep Bavanaka and R J Hemanth.
The SA20 English commentary team has Ab De Villiers making his debut as a commentator, joined by his former South Africa team teammates Mark Boucher, Ashwell Prince, Shaun Pollock, Herschelle Gibbs, Chris Morris and Vernon Philander.
The experienced Mark Nicholas will join former England internationals Kevin Pietersen and Darren Gough.
The Hindi feed will feature cricketer-turned-expert Aakash Chopra, India’s highest wicket-taker of the 2007 Icc World Twenty20 campaign, Rp Singh, former India left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha and former England international Owais Shah.
Tamil viewers will hear cricketers Abhinav Mukund and Anirudha Srikkanth while Telugu coverage will be headlined by former India international Venkatapathy Raju, who will be joined by Akshath Reddy, Sandeep Bavanaka and R J Hemanth.
The SA20 English commentary team has Ab De Villiers making his debut as a commentator, joined by his former South Africa team teammates Mark Boucher, Ashwell Prince, Shaun Pollock, Herschelle Gibbs, Chris Morris and Vernon Philander.
The experienced Mark Nicholas will join former England internationals Kevin Pietersen and Darren Gough.
- 1/7/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Kochi, Dec 24 (Ians) Former India opener Aakash Chopra has claimed to be baffled by four-time Ipl winners Chennai Super Kings buying England all-rounder Ben Stokes in the Ipl Mini-Auction for a whopping Inr 16.25 crore.
“I’m a little surprised with #Csk going that far for Stokes. Chennai isn’t the kind of surface that will be to his liking. #IPLAuction,” Chopra wrote in a tweet on Friday.
He feels that Chennai’s home track at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk will not suit Stokes and therefore was a bit perplexed by the Csk management breaking the bank for him.
“It was a bit baffling for me when Chennai went for Stokes. I felt they won’t go for Stokes and would go for Kane Williamson if they needed a future captain. But the fact that they went hard for Stokes might mean that they are looking to make him...
“I’m a little surprised with #Csk going that far for Stokes. Chennai isn’t the kind of surface that will be to his liking. #IPLAuction,” Chopra wrote in a tweet on Friday.
He feels that Chennai’s home track at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk will not suit Stokes and therefore was a bit perplexed by the Csk management breaking the bank for him.
“It was a bit baffling for me when Chennai went for Stokes. I felt they won’t go for Stokes and would go for Kane Williamson if they needed a future captain. But the fact that they went hard for Stokes might mean that they are looking to make him...
- 12/24/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Dec 10 (Ians) It is very rare that Virat Kohli scores a century in Odi cricket and is completely overshadowed by the heroics of another batter in the same innings for India. At the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium (Zacs) in Chattogram on Saturday, Kohli’s 113 off 91 was not just overshadowed but was also reduced to being a footnote by Ishan Kishan.
Kishan, who got to open the batting as skipper Rohit Sharma flew home to see a specialist after suffering a blow to his left thumb in the second Odi on Wednesday, slammed the fastest double-century in the history of men’s Odi cricket, off just 126 balls, to become the top trending topic on social media.
With his 131-ball 210, laced with 24 fours and ten sixes, Kishan lit up a dead rubber by shattering the previous record of fastest 200 in men’s ODIs, which was held by Chris Gayle, who...
Kishan, who got to open the batting as skipper Rohit Sharma flew home to see a specialist after suffering a blow to his left thumb in the second Odi on Wednesday, slammed the fastest double-century in the history of men’s Odi cricket, off just 126 balls, to become the top trending topic on social media.
With his 131-ball 210, laced with 24 fours and ten sixes, Kishan lit up a dead rubber by shattering the previous record of fastest 200 in men’s ODIs, which was held by Chris Gayle, who...
- 12/10/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Oct 20 (Ians) With the Indian cricket board (Bcci) honorary secretary Jay Shah announcing that India will not visit Pakistan for the Asia Cup T20 Tournament in a few months, its counterpart Pakistan Cricket Board (Pcb) has said it could retaliate by not sending its team to India for the 2023 World Cup.
However, former India opener Aakash Chopra believes Pcb may not stand firm on its announcement and will definitely send their team to India for the 50-over World Cup.
He said he can ‘give in writing’ that India won’t travel to Pakistan for next year’s Asia Cup and also Pakistan will definitely come to India to play in the Odi World Cup.
“Asia Cup might not happen at all if India don’t participate, there’s no chance. The Asia Cup is a minor tournament compared to the world cup. Skipping the World Cup means you will...
However, former India opener Aakash Chopra believes Pcb may not stand firm on its announcement and will definitely send their team to India for the 50-over World Cup.
He said he can ‘give in writing’ that India won’t travel to Pakistan for next year’s Asia Cup and also Pakistan will definitely come to India to play in the Odi World Cup.
“Asia Cup might not happen at all if India don’t participate, there’s no chance. The Asia Cup is a minor tournament compared to the world cup. Skipping the World Cup means you will...
- 10/20/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Kolkata, Sep 19 (Ians) Anyone would hardly disagree that Sunil Chhetri is one of the best footballers India has ever produced. The talismanic footballer is on the list of the highest scorers in international football along with Argentina’s Lionel Messi and Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo.
Under his captaincy, Bengaluru Fc won their first-ever Durand Cup title by defeating Mumbai City Fc 2-1 in the final at the Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan (Vybk) here on Sunday. However, during the prize distribution ceremony, the alleged incident happened which has not gone down well with many and overshadowed the winning momentum of Bengaluru Fc.
In a viral video on social media, the Governor of Manipur and West Bengal La Ganesan can be seen pushing aside Sunil Chhetri during the post-match award ceremony. In fact, when Sunil reached the stage to collect the trophy after winning the title, Governor La Ganesan pushed him.
The...
Under his captaincy, Bengaluru Fc won their first-ever Durand Cup title by defeating Mumbai City Fc 2-1 in the final at the Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan (Vybk) here on Sunday. However, during the prize distribution ceremony, the alleged incident happened which has not gone down well with many and overshadowed the winning momentum of Bengaluru Fc.
In a viral video on social media, the Governor of Manipur and West Bengal La Ganesan can be seen pushing aside Sunil Chhetri during the post-match award ceremony. In fact, when Sunil reached the stage to collect the trophy after winning the title, Governor La Ganesan pushed him.
The...
- 9/19/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Dubai, Sep 11 (Ians) Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra feels that whoever between Pakistan and Sri Lanka will win the toss in the 2022 Asia Cup final will get a huge advantage at the Dubai International Stadium.
In the Asia Cup 2022, sides chasing have won six of the eight matches in the tournament at the Dubai International Stadium, with the norm of conditions heavily in favour of the side batting second coming true.
While Pakistan have won three and lost two matches in the tournament so far, Sri Lanka have been on the winning side four times while losing just once. In overall head-to-head equation in Asia Cups, Sri Lanka have won 11 matches while Pakistan have prevailed over them just five times.
“This should be a good game which is not really a high scoring game because when you look at these two batting line-ups you feel like they are a bit volatile,...
In the Asia Cup 2022, sides chasing have won six of the eight matches in the tournament at the Dubai International Stadium, with the norm of conditions heavily in favour of the side batting second coming true.
While Pakistan have won three and lost two matches in the tournament so far, Sri Lanka have been on the winning side four times while losing just once. In overall head-to-head equation in Asia Cups, Sri Lanka have won 11 matches while Pakistan have prevailed over them just five times.
“This should be a good game which is not really a high scoring game because when you look at these two batting line-ups you feel like they are a bit volatile,...
- 9/11/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Sharjah, Sep 7 (Ians) Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra reckons Pakistan had a very potent bowling attack despite playing only two spinners in their playing eleven. Left-arm spinner Mohammad Nawaz and leg-spinner Shadab Khan bowled tight spells at economy rates of 6.25 and 7.75 respectively in Pakistan’s five-wicket win in the Super Four match against India.
Apart from Nawaz and Shadab, Pakistan has a back-up leg-spinner in Usman Qadir. If Pakistan win Wednesday’s match against Afghanistan at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, both India and Afghanistan will be eliminated from the tournament, paving the path for them cruising into the final of 2022 Asia Cup in the UAE.
“Their bowling attack looks quite alright. If Hazratullah Zazai is there for a little longer, if Najibullah Zadran comes in a little early, then they have the option of going to Iftikhar (Ahmed) and asking him to bowl his over. He is someone who will give...
Apart from Nawaz and Shadab, Pakistan has a back-up leg-spinner in Usman Qadir. If Pakistan win Wednesday’s match against Afghanistan at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, both India and Afghanistan will be eliminated from the tournament, paving the path for them cruising into the final of 2022 Asia Cup in the UAE.
“Their bowling attack looks quite alright. If Hazratullah Zazai is there for a little longer, if Najibullah Zadran comes in a little early, then they have the option of going to Iftikhar (Ahmed) and asking him to bowl his over. He is someone who will give...
- 9/7/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Dubai, Sep 3 (Ians) Star batter Kl Rahul might have not scored big runs in the ongoing Asia Cup but former India cricketer Aakash Chopra feels the opener’s knock will be a key for India’s chances of winning the match against Pakistan on Sunday.
India and Pakistan will meet for the second time on Sunday in the ongoing Asia Cup in the Super Four stage. India defeated Pakistan on August 28 when the two sides met for their respective opening game in the Asia Cup.
Opening batter Kl Rahul who is coming after an injury has not been able to live up to expectations. In the match against Pakistan, he scored a golden duck and played a sluggish knock against Hong Kong.
However, Aakash Chopra hopes Rahul will have a good game and the batter will play important role in taking India over the line against Pakistan on Sunday.
“People...
India and Pakistan will meet for the second time on Sunday in the ongoing Asia Cup in the Super Four stage. India defeated Pakistan on August 28 when the two sides met for their respective opening game in the Asia Cup.
Opening batter Kl Rahul who is coming after an injury has not been able to live up to expectations. In the match against Pakistan, he scored a golden duck and played a sluggish knock against Hong Kong.
However, Aakash Chopra hopes Rahul will have a good game and the batter will play important role in taking India over the line against Pakistan on Sunday.
“People...
- 9/3/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Mumbai, Sep 1 (Ians) Former India cricketer-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra said Sunday’s Asia Cup Group A match between India and Pakistan in Dubai had lived up to the hype generated ahead of the marquee clash, calling the adrenaline rush during the match as ‘free manicure.
Sunday saw India and Pakistan feature in a hard-fought match that went down to the final over, and gave fans in the Dubai International Stadium as well as watching from the comfort of their home a game worthy of the pre-match hype.
All-rounder Hardik Pandya was the driving force for India to win the absorbing match by five wickets, picking 3/25 with the ball and slamming an unbeaten 33 off 17 balls, including the winning six in the final over.
“The India-Pakistan match lived up to the hype, it was a tug of war leaning to either side every second. As a broadcaster, it was my job to remain neutral,...
Sunday saw India and Pakistan feature in a hard-fought match that went down to the final over, and gave fans in the Dubai International Stadium as well as watching from the comfort of their home a game worthy of the pre-match hype.
All-rounder Hardik Pandya was the driving force for India to win the absorbing match by five wickets, picking 3/25 with the ball and slamming an unbeaten 33 off 17 balls, including the winning six in the final over.
“The India-Pakistan match lived up to the hype, it was a tug of war leaning to either side every second. As a broadcaster, it was my job to remain neutral,...
- 9/1/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Dubai, Aug 28 (Ians) Former India opener Aakash Chopra feels Team India can beat Pakistan event after losing the toss in the much anticipated Asia Cup 2022 match slated to be played here on Sunday.
The Men in Blue will begin their title defence in Asia Cup 2022 with the game against Pakistan at 7:30 Ist.
Pakistan pace sensation Shaheen Shah Afridi was ruled out of the Asia Cup last week after the pacer had suffered a right knee ligament injury while fielding during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.
Aakash Chopra on the Koo app said Pakistan has been pushed back by the dent and India can even win the match if the side loses the toss.
“The pitch at Dubai has a lot of grass and help for the pacers. The absence of Shaheen Afridi has pushed back Pakistan quite significantly. They say that it’s ‘win the toss,...
The Men in Blue will begin their title defence in Asia Cup 2022 with the game against Pakistan at 7:30 Ist.
Pakistan pace sensation Shaheen Shah Afridi was ruled out of the Asia Cup last week after the pacer had suffered a right knee ligament injury while fielding during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.
Aakash Chopra on the Koo app said Pakistan has been pushed back by the dent and India can even win the match if the side loses the toss.
“The pitch at Dubai has a lot of grass and help for the pacers. The absence of Shaheen Afridi has pushed back Pakistan quite significantly. They say that it’s ‘win the toss,...
- 8/28/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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New Delhi, July 11 (Ians) Former India opener Aakash Chopra has claimed that star batter Suryakumar Yadav is India’s 360-degree player. Suryakumar’s heroics on Sunday went in vain as England defeated India by 17 runs in the 3rd T20I. The right-handed batter showed a range of shots on his way to an impeccable century. Chopra […]...
- 7/11/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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New Delhi, July 6 (Ians) Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has claimed that batter Ruturaj Gaikwad won’t be opening the batting for India in the upcoming first T20I against England which gets underway on Thursday. Ruturaj might have impressed everyone with his skills during the Ipl and T20Is against Ireland, however with skipper Rohit Sharma […]...
- 7/6/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Navi Mumbai, April 23 (Ians) Former India cricketers Irfan Pathan, Sunil Gavaskar and Aakash Chopra have been left impressed by Hardik Pandy’s showings as a captain and all-rounder of Gujarat Titans in Ipl 2022. In the ongoing tournament, the Pandya-led Gujarat Titans are at second place on the points table with 10 points from six […]...
- 4/23/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Pune, April 13 (Ians) Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra pointed out that although Mumbai Indians’ pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is their biggest strength, and the opposition teams have started to acknowledge that the right-arm pacer bowls only four overs, allowing them to score against rest of the bowling attack. Bumrah has had a very indifferent […]...
- 4/13/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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New Delhi, Feb 8 (Ians) Former India batter and cricket commentator Aakash Chopra has predicted that Mumbai Indians (Mi) will do everything to get Ishan Kishan back in the team at the Indian Premier League (Ipl) mega auction, scheduled on February 12 and 13 in Bengaluru. “Mi will do their level best to get back […]...
- 2/8/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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New Delhi, Feb 3 (Ians) Former cricketers Madan Lal, Michael Vaughan and Aakash Chopra lauded India’s young cricketers after they defeated Australia by 96 runs as India reached their fourth consecutive U19 World Cup final. The Yash Dhull-led side registered a brilliant victory over the three-time winners Australia in the second semi-final on Thursday at […]...
- 2/3/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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New Delhi, June 6 (Ians) Australian Pat Cummins has found unanimous approval as the best speedster in world cricket after former cricketers Ian Chappell, Sanjay Manjrekar and Aakash Chopra picked him as their first choice among the top five present-day Test bowlers. Former Australia skipper Chappell has picked three Indians among his five.
Chappell's list of five includes Cummins, Kagiso Rabada, R. Ashwin, Mohammed Shami and Ishant Sharma.
"Pat Cummins, for everything he contributes, I have to go with him [as first pick]. An example that I have to cite is the last Test [against India in January] at the Gabba when Australia produced that ridiculous tactic of bowling short for an hour. Starc was shocked to pieces. He had nothing to come back with. But somehow or the other Cummins still in that last hour, gave everything he had," said Chappell.
"I had the good fortune to captain Dennis Lillee. Dennis was the last guy in our...
Chappell's list of five includes Cummins, Kagiso Rabada, R. Ashwin, Mohammed Shami and Ishant Sharma.
"Pat Cummins, for everything he contributes, I have to go with him [as first pick]. An example that I have to cite is the last Test [against India in January] at the Gabba when Australia produced that ridiculous tactic of bowling short for an hour. Starc was shocked to pieces. He had nothing to come back with. But somehow or the other Cummins still in that last hour, gave everything he had," said Chappell.
"I had the good fortune to captain Dennis Lillee. Dennis was the last guy in our...
- 6/6/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
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New Delhi, Jan 17 (Ians) India all-rounder Hardik Pandya on Sunday penned down an emotional letter for his late father who passed away recently.
Himanshu Pandya, father of Indian cricketers Hardik and Krunal, died on Saturday after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 71.
In a lengthy Instagram post, Hardik wrote: "To my daddy and my hero, to lose you is one of the most difficult things to accept in life but you have left us so many great memories that we can only imagine you smiling!"
"Your sons are standing where they are right now is only because of you, your hard work, your self-belief and you were always happy. This house without you would be less entertaining!
"We love you and will always do, your name will always stay on top. But I know one thing, you are looking after us from above the same way you did here!
"You...
Himanshu Pandya, father of Indian cricketers Hardik and Krunal, died on Saturday after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 71.
In a lengthy Instagram post, Hardik wrote: "To my daddy and my hero, to lose you is one of the most difficult things to accept in life but you have left us so many great memories that we can only imagine you smiling!"
"Your sons are standing where they are right now is only because of you, your hard work, your self-belief and you were always happy. This house without you would be less entertaining!
"We love you and will always do, your name will always stay on top. But I know one thing, you are looking after us from above the same way you did here!
"You...
- 1/17/2021
- by IANS
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