Former India head coach Ravi Shastri is confident that the “already world-class” Yashasvi Jaiswal will return from the Australian tour a significantly improved batter, no matter the challenges he encounters along the way. Also Read: Ian Healy suggests 'body bashing' Virat Kohli with short-pitched balls Shastri said if Jaiswal can adapt to the challenging Perth pitch, known for its lively bounce, the young opener will play with freedom later on in the series. “I think he’ll be a better player when he leaves Australian shores. Already he’s world-class,” Shastri said at a Fox Cricket event. “He will love these pitches. He’s someone who score pretty freely as well,” he added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
20 November,2024 08:16 AM IST | Perth | PTIHow would you compare the current Australian team with the ones you played against on the tours in 2003-04 and 2007-08?It was a different team in those days. This Australian team never lost in Australia, but the current one does. That was a strong team in Australia, even when they were touring abroad. But this team is vulnerable. You always did well against Australia. How could you achieve that?When situations like these used to come, you always had a point to prove to yourself that you were good enough to be around. It was always a challenge to do well against Australia. You will know your worth only by doing well against the better team. They were hard-fought battles with a lot of sledging, but I enjoyed those challenges. The more you are involved, the more you will do better. Harbhajan Singh People promote Australia as a team that play mind games. How did you counter that? We are not planning a heist at that level. You still have to play cricket. What is a mind game? They will win 3-0 or 4-0, or India will beat them 4-0. If that is a mind game, then it is immature. Mind games are when they are constantly plotting and playing with minds. How do you do that?This is not chess; it is cricket. In the end, you have a bat and a ball. There’s no mind game. If they sledge you, you sledge them back. I have never felt someone play a mind game with me in my career, like saying something, but doing something else. That would be a mind game. Also Read: Ian Healy suggests 'body bashing' Virat Kohli with short-pitched balls How do you trap or tame an Australian batter?Don’t give them a comfortable length to drive. As a fast bowler, you get excited by the bounce; the pitch has a good ‘carry’; the ’keeper constantly collects the ball at his chest height or above his waist. It’s easier for them to play that length. As a spinner, you must hit a length where the batters must come forward. On the backfoot, they always get more time to play the ball. The bowler has to adjust the length accordingly. How do you expect India to perform well in the coming series after the disastrous show against New Zealand?Their performance [against New Zealand] could have been better, but let me be very frank — those pitches did not reflect the right picture of Indian cricket. They will play well in Australia and may win the series. People say that in India, they have the advantage of having home conditions, but these are tailor-made conditions which anybody can take advantage of. Toss becomes crucial in situations where New Zealand played. India have been playing on pitches where results matter more than anything else. What advice would you give the newcomers, especially the bowlers?My only advice is to make the batter play on the front foot, whether you are a fast bowler or a spinner. Please don’t get excited about the bounce because the bounce will not get you the wicket; the correct length will get you the wicket.
20 November,2024 08:15 AM IST | Mumbai | AKSHAY LOKAPALLYUttar Pradesh fast bowler Yash Dayal has been included in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy squad as a backup player, pacer’s father Chanderpal Dayal said on Tuesday. Chanderpal, while revealing that Yash got a call to join the squad when he was in South Africa for the T20I series last week and joined the team on November 17, said he is hoping for his son to make his debut in the much-anticipated series. Also Read: Ian Healy suggests 'body bashing' Virat Kohli with short-pitched balls “Yash got a call — when he was in South Africa with the T20 side — that he will have to join the Test team in Australia. So he went there on November 17. He has gone as a backup,” Chanderpal told IANS. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
20 November,2024 08:08 AM IST | New Delhi | IANSLegendary Australian wicketkeeper Ian Healy wants his country’s pace attack to employ every strategy, from targeting Virat Kohli’s front foot to “body bashing” him with short-pitched deliveries, to get the Indian stalwart out in the five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy, beginning in Perth on Friday. Healy has urged the formidable Australian pace trio of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc to try and put Kohli on the back-foot. Ian Healy “The first matchup I’m looking at is how our quicks can bowl to Kohli, and I think they should target his front pad quite often,” Healy told SEN Radio. Healy, who played 119 Tests scoring nearly 4,500 runs, feels the Aussie quicks should not target Kohli’s front foot far too often. “Don’t do it every ball because he’ll get used to it... it’s the impact ball that has to be on the front pad after he is set up with seam.” Also Read: Virat Kohli’s MRF bat fetches a price that will make your eyes pop If the tactic doesn’t work, Healy wants the bowlers to target Kohli’s body. “If that’s [front-foot tactic] not working, body bash. Bowl at the back armpit, that’s the right arm as a right-handed batsman... and it’s got to be hot,” Healy said. “Have him jumping at times if he wants to ride those deliveries—ducking, weaving or bending backwards. Get that short leg position right next to him on the leg side and if you need a bumper, it’s got to go at the badge. “So that’s the second tactic, body bashing,” opined Healy. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
20 November,2024 08:05 AM IST | Sydney | PTIFormer all-rounder Shane Watson has advised the Australia to avoid getting into confrontations with Virat Kohli in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. “The one thing that I know of Virat is... because the fire burns so brightly and deep inside him, the intensity he brings to every ball that he is engaged in a game has been superhuman. Also Read: Virat Kohli’s MRF bat fetches a price that will make your eyes pop “Australia have to leave him alone and hope he doesn’t bring the intensity—nine out of 10 intensity—to every ball,” Watson was quoted as saying on the Willow Talk. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
20 November,2024 07:52 AM IST | Perth | PTITop-order batter Shafali Verma was on Tuesday dropped from India’s 16-member women’s team for the three-match ODI series in Australia in December. The selectors seem to have once again lost patience with the 20-year-old batter, whose recent ODI form has been disappointing. Shafali has scored just 108 runs in six matches this year with 33 being the highest. Also Read: Shafali Verma's father expresses delight after daughter's fastest double ton in Tests The first two ODIs will be played at the Allan Border Field in Brisbane on December 5 and 8 before the action shifts to WACA Ground, Perth on December 11 for the final match. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
20 November,2024 07:51 AM IST | New Delhi | PTIAll-rounder Tejas Narkar led Convent of Jesus and Mary School (Naigaon) to a four-wicket win over Yashodham High School (Goregaon) in a third-round match of the boys U-16 MSSA Harris Shield inter-school cricket tournament at Cross Maidan on Tuesday. Leg-spinner Tejas claimed six wickets for 18 runs and later scored 27. Tejas picked up the wicket of Yashodham’s opening batsman and mainstay Yash Salasjar for 71 and then ran through the lower-order to restrict the opposition to 139 all out in 31.2 overs. Yash’s teammates Tasmay Parab and Rudra Sakpal added 23 and 21, respectively. Also Read: Centurion Neev helps St Sebastian win In reply, Convent of Jesus and Mary batters easily chased down the target, reaching 142 for six in just 24.1 overs. Openers Tejas Narkar and Aryan Deodhar (23) laid the foundation for their win. In another match, all-rounder Veer Shah was the star performer with ball and bat for Matushri Kashiben Vrajlal Valia International Vidyalaya (Borivli) in their two-wicket win over Jamnabai Narsee School (Juhu). Jamnabai Narsee restricted the Borivli boys to 122 all out in 33.2 overs. Samvir Mahesh picked up three for 39. In reply, the Borivli school’s middle-order batter Suraj Kamat contributed 23 before No. 8 batter Veer scored 26 to ensure their school got to the target, scoring 125 for eight in 37.5 overs. Meanwhile, St Rocks High School (Borivli) recorded a 296-run win over Christ Church School (Byculla) in another third-round match. Batting first, St Rocks, inspired by Vatsal Gawde’s century (102) and half-centuries from Meet Parihar (53), Mann Sanghvi (51) and Pritesh B (54 not out), posted 365 for eight in 38 overs. Christ Church were bowled out for a measly 69 in 20 overs. Narayan Thakur (three for nine), D Tiwari (two for six) and Keshav Pandey (two for 18) helped seal their win.
20 November,2024 07:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Gordon D’CostaThe Indian blind cricket team will not compete in the T20 World Cup as the government has denied it permission to travel to Pakistan due to security concerns, the national federation said on Tuesday. The Indian team was supposed to cross the Wagah border on Wednesday for the event, scheduled to be held from November 23 to December 3. Also Read: Virat Kohli’s MRF bat fetches a price that will make your eyes pop The Indian blind cricket team had got a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the sports ministry for participation but apparently couldn't get clearance from the MEA. "We have been told unofficially that the blind team will not be permitted to travel to Pakistan. We were scheduled to travel to Wagah border tomorrow. But as of now no clearance has come from the ministry officials. So, we are a bit disappointed," Shailendra Yadav, General Secretary of the Indian Blind Cricket Association (IBCA), told PTI. "They are saying when the mainstream cricket team is not safe how can you be safe there. Of course, we will accept the decision, but why hold the decision till the last minute, why not inform us a month or 25 days back. There is a process," Yadab added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
19 November,2024 10:21 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIFans are eagerly awaiting the commencement of the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with the first Test set to take place at Perth's Optus Stadium starting November 22. The series holds immense significance for both teams, as it could have a major impact on their chances of qualifying for the ICC World Test Championship final. For Australia, the stakes are high as they look to avoid a third consecutive series defeat to India on home soil. After losing the last two editions of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the Aussies are desperate to bounce back and secure an early advantage in the series. With their hopes of reaching the World Test Championship final hanging in the balance, this series is crucial for their aspirations. Also Read: Virat Kohli battles rain, keeps going in the nets at Perth stadium On the other hand, India enter the contest with a renewed sense of purpose, having suffered a humiliating 3-0 whitewash at the hands of New Zealand in their recent home series. That defeat, marking India’s first Test series loss at home in 12 years, has left the visitors determined to make amends and prove their mettle on Australian soil. With both teams vying for World Test Championship points, the series promises to be a thrilling contest, brimming with intensity and high stakes. As the anticipation builds, a recent video shared by journalist Norman Kochannek unveiled an intriguing glimpse into the world of cricket memorabilia, featuring the prized bat of Kohli. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sri Harsha Majji (@sreeharshacricket) The bat, prominently displayed at the prestigious Greg Chappell Cricket Centre in Sydney, has caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts for its remarkable value. Also Read: India’s practice photos spill the beans on Perth Test selection In the video, Kochannek revealed that the MRF bat, famously wielded by the cricketing legend, is priced at a staggering AUD 2,985, which translates to approximately Rs 1.63 lakh. The Greg Chappell Cricket Centre, known for its rich history and association with the game’s elite, now houses this symbolic piece of cricket history, further cementing Kohli's place among the sport’s greatest.
19 November,2024 08:02 PM IST | Perth | mid-day online correspondentFormer India captain Virat Kohli on Tuesday refused to leave the nets, even as India’s first practice session at the Optus Stadium in Perth was disrupted by rain. His determination to continue batting, even as the session came to a halt, underscored his commitment to getting into the best possible shape ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener on Friday. Kohli, who has been working hard since arriving in Australia, has had a somewhat lean run in recent months, leading to speculation about his place in the format. However, his resolve was clear in the nets, where he looked solid, showing signs of regaining his touch ahead of the crucial series. Despite the disruption caused by rain, Kohli continued to bat even as the rest of the squad left the field. His focus was unwavering, and he was only forced to stop once the rain intensified. Heavy rain couldn’t stop Virat Kohli at Optus Ground! Pure dedication as he powers through for perfection. Rain or shine, greatness trains!#ViratKohli𓃵 #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/BTkystzpuf — Muhammad Sami (@mrsami96) November 19, 2024 India have been practicing at the WACA, Perth’s old Test venue, since last Wednesday. They also played a three-day intra-squad match against India A at the venue, which proved to be a mixed bag for the team. Also Read: India’s practice photos spill the beans on Perth Test selection During the match, key batters KL Rahul and Shubman Gill sustained injuries. While Gill’s injury ruled him out of the opening Test in Perth, leaving India without both their captain, Rohit Sharma, and Gill, Rahul made a swift recovery. He returned to the nets just two days later and appeared to be in good form during Tuesday’s practice session at Optus Stadium, where he had an extended batting session. Tuesday's training session also provided a strong indication of India’s likely batting order for the series opener. With Gill sidelined, Devdutt Padikkal, the only player retained from the India A squad, is set to replace him. Padikkal, who made his debut in the Dharamsala Test against England earlier this year, scored a half-century at No. 4 but had a mixed outing in the series against Australia A, with scores of 36, 88, 26, and 1 in four innings. KL Rahul is expected to open the batting alongside debutant Yashasvi Jaiswal. Kohli, as anticipated, will bat at No. 4, with Rishabh Pant following at No. 5. These players were also seen fielding in the slip cordon during India’s fielding drills on Tuesday, further suggesting that the team management is aligning the batting order ahead of the series.
19 November,2024 06:45 PM IST | Perth | mid-day online correspondentRishabh Pant on Tuesday rejected the legendary Sunil Gavaskar's assessment that the India wicketkeeper-batter left Delhi Capitals due to disagreement over his retention fee ahead of the mega auction of the Indian Premier League. Pant, who captained Delhi Capitals last year after making a comeback from a horrific car accident, is among the marquee players who were not retained by their franchises. He is expected to be one of the most sought-after players when the auction takes place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on November 24 and 25. "My retention wasn't about the money for sure that I can say," Pant wrote on X, responding to a broadcaster video showing Gavaskar talking about the auction dynamics. My retention wasn’t about the money for sure that I can say 🤍 — Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) November 19, 2024 Gavaskar said while he expects Delhi Capitals to rope in Pant once again, he also wondered if there was a disagreement over the fee between the franchise and the player. "The auction dynamics are completely different; we don't really know how it will go. But what I feel is that Delhi would certainly want Rishabh Pant back in the squad," Gavaskar told Star Sports. Also Read: India’s practice photos spill the beans on Perth Test selection "Sometimes, when a player is to be retained, there is talk between the franchise and the player and franchise about the fees that are expected." "As you can see, some of the players who have been retained by the franchise, they've gone for more than say, what the No 1 retention fee deduction would be. Clearly I think, maybe there was some disagreement over there," he said. Gavaskar said Delhi Capitals will have to look for a new captain as well if Pant is not there in the roster. "My feeling is that Delhi would definitely want Pant back because they need a captain as well. If Rishabh Pant is not in their squad then they have to look for a new captain. My feeling is (that) Delhi would definitely go for Rishabh Pant," he said. Pant, along with other former captains Shreyas Iyer (Kolkata Knight Riders) and KL Rahul (Lucknow Super Giants), is listed at a base price of Rs 2 crore each among marquee Indian players. Pant has always been a part of the Delhi franchise since his IPL debut in 2016, scoring 3,284 runs at 35.31 with one century and 18 fifties in 111 matches.
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