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Sunil Gavaskar

Sunil Gavaskar

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15 Jan 2025

Ranji Trophy

Ranji Trophy: Pant to play for Delhi, Kohli's availability uncertain

Rishabh Pant is all set to return to the Ranji Trophy after a gap of almost seven years.

15 Jan 2025

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)

BCCI to enforce stricter touring rules for Indian team: Report

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is gearing up to introduce stricter touring regulations for the national men's team.

14 Jan 2025

Gautam Gambhir

Future of Gautam Gambhir's coaching staff following India's poor run

The recent dismal show of the Indian cricket team has put the Gautam Gambhir-led support staff under the scanner.

09 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah

Sunil Gavaskar backs Jasprit Bumrah as India's next Test captain

Legend Sunil Gavaskar has backed star bowler Jasprit Bumrah as a future captain of the Indian Test team.

08 Jan 2025

International Cricket Council (ICC)

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: ICC rates SCG pitch as 'satisfactory' despite criticism

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rated the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) pitch as 'satisfactory.'

07 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli

Gavaskar criticizes Australian media for 'fanciful' reports on India

Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has slammed the Australian media for their coverage of the recently concluded Test series.

06 Jan 2025

Gautam Gambhir

Sunil Gavaskar criticizes Gambhir, Morkel after India's BGT upset

Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has voiced his discontent with India's head coach Gautam Gambhir and his team after India lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 1-3 to Australia.

05 Jan 2025

India vs Australia Cricket

Cricket Australia responds to Sunil Gavaskar's disappointment over trophy presentation

Cricket Australia has addressed Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar's disappointment over not being invited to present the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

05 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli

'Even Tendulkar played domestic cricket': Pathan, Gavaskar slam Indian batters 

Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has voiced his disappointment over Virat Kohli's performance in the recently-concluded Test series against Australia.

05 Jan 2025

India vs Australia Cricket

Sunil Gavaskar disappointed over Border-Gavaskar Trophy presentation: Here's why

Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has expressed disappointment over not being invited to present the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the conclusion of the Sydney Test between Australia and India.

04 Jan 2025

Rohit Sharma

Sunil Gavaskar suggests Rohit Sharma to play Ranji Trophy

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has advised Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma to play Ranji Trophy for Mumbai.

03 Jan 2025

Indian Cricket Team

SCG Test: Mark Taylor criticizes 'Rohit Sharma rested' statement

Former Australian cricketer Mark Taylor has slammed the Indian cricket team's decision to 'rest' Rohit Sharma from the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

03 Jan 2025

Ravi Shastri

Rohit Sharma likely to retire from Test cricket: Ravi Shastri

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has hinted at Rohit Sharma's possible retirement from Test cricket after the Sydney match.

01 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli

Gavaskar defends Kohli's penalty, criticizes Australian media's reaction

The fourth Test match between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) was marred by a heated incident between Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and Australian debutant Sam Konstas.

31 Dec 2024

India vs Australia Cricket

Gavaskar lauds Nitish Reddy's performance in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has lauded the performance of 21-year-old Nitish Kumar Reddy in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

31 Dec 2024

Virat Kohli

Gavaskar criticizes senior Indian cricketers for Boxing Day Test loss

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has voiced his disappointment over the performance of senior players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, in the recent Boxing Day Test against Australia.

30 Dec 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal

Yashasvi Jaiswal's controversial dismissal in MCG Test: All we know

Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal's dismissal on Day 5 of the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has stirred controversy.

30 Dec 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal

Gavaskar lambasts third umpire over Yashasvi Jaiswal's controversial dismissal

Indian cricket legend, Sunil Gavaskar, has voiced his displeasure at the third umpire's decision to adjudge Yashasvi Jaiswal out on the fifth day of the fourth Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

30 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma

Sourav Ganguly unsure about Rohit Sharma's future in international cricket

Former Indian cricket team captain, Sourav Ganguly, has said he is not sure about Rohit Sharma's international cricket future.

30 Dec 2024

Pat Cummins

Pat Cummins traps Rohit Sharma yet again to script history

Australia's captain Pat Cummins has set a unique record by getting his Indian counterpart Rohit Sharma yet again.

29 Dec 2024

Washington Sundar

Nitish Reddy's family celebrates his maiden Test century

Nitish Kumar Reddy, the young cricket sensation, has made his family proud with a remarkable century in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.

29 Dec 2024

India vs Australia Cricket

Sunil Gavaskar gets emotional while praising Nitish Kumar Reddy's parents

Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar recently revealed how much he adored centurion Nitish Kumar Reddy's family.

29 Dec 2024

Sanjay Manjrekar

Yashasvi Jaiswal wanted the MCG hundred: Sanjay Manjrekar

Yashasvi Jaiswal's performance in the ongoing Boxing Day Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has been a hot topic of discussion.

29 Dec 2024

Rishabh Pant

Gavaskar criticizes Pant's batting position after unconventional dismissal

Former Indian cricket team captain Sunil Gavaskar has disapproved of Rishabh Pant's unorthodox dismissal in the Boxing Day Test against Australia.

28 Dec 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Gavaskar lauds Nitish Reddy's maiden Test ton, issues this warning

Young Indian batter Nitish Kumar Reddy continues to shine in his debut Test series. He smashed a match-defining century in the ongoing MCG Test of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

28 Dec 2024

Rishabh Pant

Gavaskar slams Rishabh Pant's 'stupid' shot selection in MCG Test

Indian wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant's dismissal on Day 3 of the ongoing Boxing Day Test against Australia has attracted sharp criticism from former captain Sunil Gavaskar.

27 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma

Sunil Gavaskar attributes Rohit Sharma's struggles to age: Details here

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has blamed Rohit Sharma's poor form in the ongoing Melbourne Test on his age.

25 Dec 2024

India vs Australia Cricket

Sunil Gavaskar backs Nitish Kumar Reddy's inclusion in Melbourne Test

Indian cricket icon, Sunil Gavaskar, has strongly advocated for the inclusion of all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy in India's playing XI.

25 Dec 2024

Kapil Dev

Vinod Kambli's MRI postponed as former cricketer develops fever 

Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, who is currently admitted in the ICU of a private hospital in Thane district, has developed a fever.

24 Dec 2024

Kapil Dev

Vinod Kambli diagnosed with 'clots in brain'

Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli is undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Maharashtra's Thane district.

23 Dec 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin

'Ashwin was denied honor of being vice-captain': Sunil Gavaskar

Former Indian cricket captain, Sunil Gavaskar, has slammed the team management for its inconsistent treatment of Ravichandran Ashwin.

20 Dec 2024

Dinesh Karthik

Dinesh Karthik advocates for KL Rahul's backing as Test opener

Ex-Indian wicketkeeper, Dinesh Karthik, has urged the team management to keep backing KL Rahul as the first-choice opening batter in Test cricket.

18 Dec 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin

Sunil Gavaskar criticizes Ashwin's mid-series retirement, draws comparison with Dhoni

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has disagreed with Ravichandran Ashwin's timing of retirement from international cricket.

18 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma

Sunil Gavaskar predicts Rohit Sharma's future as Test captain

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has hinted that Rohit Sharma may voluntarily give up his captaincy if his current form doesn't improve.

14 Dec 2024

Mohammed Siraj

Sunil Gavaskar backs Mohammed Siraj's aggression, criticizes Australian crowd's hypocrisy

The ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series was marred by a controversy during the second Test in Adelaide.

14 Dec 2024

Sanjay Bangar

Sanjay Bangar compares Yashasvi Jaiswal's hunger for runs to Gavaskar

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar has praised young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal's performance, comparing his appetite for runs to Sunil Gavaskar's legendary technique.

12 Dec 2024

Ricky Ponting

Ponting concerned over Rohit's Test form, suggests batting position change

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has expressed concerns over Indian skipper Rohit Sharma's current form in Test cricket.

12 Dec 2024

Brisbane Test

Virat Kohli could enter record books with ton in Brisbane

Legend Sunil Gavaskar has once again thrown his weight behind Virat Kohli to score a century in the impending Brisbane Test against Australia, starting December 14.

09 Dec 2024

Kris Srikkanth

Srikkanth criticizes Mohammed Siraj for his send-off to Travis Head

Former Indian cricket team batter Kris Srikkanth has slammed Mohammed Siraj for his controversial send-off of Australian batter Travis Head, in the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 in Adelaide.

09 Dec 2024

India vs Australia Cricket

Sunil Gavaskar shares advice on how pink-ball Tests can thrive

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has pitched a novel idea to increase the popularity of pink-ball Tests.

08 Dec 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Gavaskar praises Virat Kohli despite pink-ball Test loss: Here's why

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has praised Virat Kohli's dedication toward the game despite India's loss to Australia in Adelaide's pink-ball Test.

08 Dec 2024

Mohammed Shami

Sunil Gavaskar discusses Mohammed Shami's possible return for Brisbane Test

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has raised doubts over Mohammed Shami's return to the Indian squad for the upcoming third Test against Australia.

07 Dec 2024

Travis Head

Sunil Gavaskar criticizes India's bowling strategy against Travis Head

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has slammed the Indian team's bowling plans against Australian batter Travis Head.

06 Dec 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal

Yashasvi Jaiswal registers this unwanted record with golden duck

India's batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed for a golden duck by Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc, on the opening day of the second Test at the Adelaide Oval.

27 Nov 2024

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli adjusted his stance in Perth Test! Gavaskar highlights

Former Indian cricket team captain, Sunil Gavaskar, has lauded Virat Kohli for his tactical adjustment of batting stance in the recently-concluded Perth Test against Australia, which India won.

27 Nov 2024

Jasprit Bumrah

Shastri hails Bumrah's captaincy in India's historic win over Australia

Former Indian cricket team coach Ravi Shastri has lauded Jasprit Bumrah for his phenomenal performance and leadership in the recent Perth Test.

25 Nov 2024

Virat Kohli

Presenting Indian batters with most Test hundreds in Australia 

Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli scored his 30th Test century (100*) on Day 3 of the first Test against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth.

25 Nov 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal

Decoding Indian batters with hundreds in maiden Test in Australia

Rising star of Indian cricket, Yashasvi Jaiswal, has etched his name in history by becoming the third Indian cricketer to score a century in his maiden Test match on Australian soil.

24 Nov 2024

KL Rahul

Rahul, Jaiswal set records with double-century stand in Perth Test

KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal have created history by registering the highest opening partnership for an Indian duo in Test cricket on Australian soil.

20 Nov 2024

India vs Australia Cricket

Revisiting India's memorable Test wins on Australian soil

The much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy will be underway on November 22 at the Optus Perth Stadium.

19 Nov 2024

Delhi Capitals (DC)

IPL 2025: Rishabh Pant opens up on leaving Delhi Capitals

Former Delhi Capitals (DC) captain Rishabh Pant has clarified that he didn't leave the team for money.

15 Nov 2024

Mitchell Starc

Gavaskar advises Rohit Sharma to be cautious against Australian pacers

As Team India prepares for the five-Test series against Australia, cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has provided some strategic advice to skipper Rohit Sharma.

13 Nov 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Indian batters with five-plus Test tons in Australia

India have embarked on their Australian tour for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

12 Nov 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Sunil Gavaskar criticizes India's decision to cancel warm-up match

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has slammed the Indian cricket team's decision to call off their warm-up match ahead of the five-match Test series against Australia.

10 Nov 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Rohit Sharma not travelling Down Under ahead of 1st Test

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma will not be traveling with his teammates for their upcoming tour in Australia.

09 Nov 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Rohit Sharma to travel with Team India for Australia Tests 

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma will travel with the squad to Australia on November 10.

06 Nov 2024

Gautam Gambhir

Gavaskar questions Gambhir's coaching staff following Test series loss

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has raised concerns over the current coaching setup of Team India, after their recent 0-3 home Test series defeat against New Zealand.

05 Nov 2024

Jasprit Bumrah

Sunil Gavaskar wants Bumrah to lead India in Australia Tests

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has proposed a daring strategy for the Indian cricket team's upcoming Test series against Australia.

04 Nov 2024

Rishabh Pant

Presenting Rishabh Pant's sensational numbers in 4th innings (Test cricket)

Rishabh Pant put on a show in the third Test against New Zealand at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium, scoring half-centuries in both innings.

04 Nov 2024

Rohit Sharma

Sunil Gavaskar defends Kohli, Rohit's performance in New Zealand series

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has defended Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, after their dismal performance in the recently concluded Test series against New Zealand.

29 Oct 2024

Prithvi Shaw

Sunil Gavaskar defends Prithvi Shaw after Mumbai snub

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has defended Prithvi Shaw, who was recently dropped from Mumbai's squad for their third-round match against Tripura.

28 Oct 2024

Wankhede Stadium

Presenting batters with 600+ Test runs at Wankhede Stadium

New Zealand scripted history after beating India in the 2nd Test in Pune. This marked their first-ever Test series win in India.

24 Oct 2024

Indian Cricket Team

2nd Test: Gavaskar criticizes India's decision to include Washington Sundar

Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has slammed captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir for including Washington Sundar in the Playing XI for the 2nd Test against New Zealand.

21 Oct 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara

Ranji Trophy: Cheteshwar Pujara scripts records with 18th FC double-hundred 

Indian batting talisman Cheteshwar Pujara has added another feather to his illustrious cap by scoring his 18th First-Class double-century.

21 Oct 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara slams 66th First-Class century, surpasses 21,000 runs: Stats 

Indian cricket stalwart Cheteshwar Pujara has added another feather to his already illustrious cap by scoring his 66th First-Class century.

19 Oct 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Decoding batters with most dismissals in 90s for India (Tests)

Rishabh Pant fell for 99 on Day 4 of the 1st Test against New Zealand in Bengaluru on Saturday.

13 Oct 2024

Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar to host cricket clinic in Texas, USA

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar will host a cricket clinic in Texas on October 13, 2024.

09 Oct 2024

Joe Root

Centurion Joe Root nears 20,000 international runs, breaks several records

England's star batter Joe Root is on the cusp of a massive international cricket milestone.

01 Oct 2024

Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar to take part in inaugural International Masters League

Cricket fans around the globe are buzzing with excitement for the upcoming International Masters League (IML).

28 Sep 2024

England Cricket Team

Decoding the lowest totals in ODI cricket at Lord's

Australia suffered a mammoth 186-run defeat in the 4th ODI against England at Lord's, London.

21 Sep 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal

Yashasvi Jaiswal sets new record in Test cricket

Indian cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal has set a new record in his Test career, during the second day of the first Test match against Bangladesh.

15 Sep 2024

Test Cricket

Presenting highest individual Test scores at MA Chidambaram Stadium 

Team India's forthcoming home season is set to commence with a two-match Test series against Bangladesh.

14 Sep 2024

BCCI

Sunil Gavaskar defends BCCI's commitment to Test cricket amid criticism

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has come to the defense of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), amid criticism over its alleged lack of commitment to Test cricket.

12 Sep 2024

Indian Cricket Team

Decoding Team India's Test record in Chennai (MA Chidambaram Stadium)

India are set to host Bangladesh for a two-Test series starting from September 19 onward.

08 Sep 2024

Dhananjaya de Silva

Kamindu Mendis scripts history with seventh 50-plus Test score: Details  

Sri Lanka made a remarkable comeback on the second day of the third Test against England at Kennington Oval.

06 Sep 2024

Joe Root

Joe Root on brink of creating history in WTC: Details 

England's batting talisman Joe Root is on the verge of making history in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC).

01 Sep 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin

Sunil Gavaskar gives suggestions on how to counter Australia's tactics 

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar recently acknowledged the lack of response from Indian cricketers, both current and former, to the psychological tactics employed by the Australian team.

01 Sep 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal

Sunil Gavaskar predicts India's victory in Test series against Australia 

Indian batting legend Sunil Gavaskar has forecasted a 3-1 victory for India in the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

27 Aug 2024

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)

Sunil Gavaskar backs Jay Shah for ICC president role

Cricket legend and former Indian captain, Sunil Gavaskar, has backed Jay Shah to become the next president of the International Cricket Council (ICC).

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