Monday, April 21
Harbhajan Singh believes Axar Patel is ready to replace Ravindra Jadeja in India's all-rounder role for the Champions Trophy. He also suggests Sanju Samson might be preferred over Rishabh Pant as India's wicketkeeper, especially given Pant's long Australian tour. Both decisions could impact India's squad for the upcoming tournament in Dubai.
Dubai Capitals won by one run against MI Emirates in ILT20 Season 3's opener, with Gulbadin Naib's precise bowling leading the way. Despite Nicholas Pooran's 61 for MI Emirates, Naib's dismissal of Pooran and Olly Stone's tight bowling secured victory. Fazalhaq Farooqi's 5 for 15 restricted Capitals to 133/8, but their bowlers defied the odds.
Yograj Singh, father of cricketer Yuvraj Singh, revealed he once planned to kill Kapil Dev after being dropped from the Indian team. Yograj claimed he was restrained by Kapil's mother's presence. He accused late Bishan Singh Bedi of plotting against him and shared that Kapil later apologized, seeking reconciliation in the afterlife.
Devajit Saikia and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia were elected unopposed as BCCI secretary and treasurer, succeeding Jay Shah and Ashish Shelar. Shah vacated the secretary post to become ICC chairman, and Shelar became a cabinet minister. Saikia was previously joint secretary and had handled the secretary's duties since December 1. No voting was required for these uncontested posts.
Yograj Singh, former cricketer and father of Yuvraj Singh, has criticized MS Dhoni for not giving Yuvraj enough opportunities during crucial phases of his career but has also acknowledged Dhoni's fearlessness and contributions to Indian cricket, sparking debates among fans and experts.
Indian chess legends, including Viswanathan Anand and D Gukesh, celebrated Pongal with traditional dance at Anand's Tamil Nadu residence. The gathering highlighted the camaraderie among top players like Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa and Vidit Gujrathi. This festive unity underscores the rising prominence of Indian chess, buoyed by recent international successes and promising future talents.
Yograj Singh, former cricketer and father of Yuvraj Singh, has criticized MS Dhoni for not giving Yuvraj enough opportunities during crucial phases of his career but has also acknowledged Dhoni's fearlessness and contributions to Indian cricket, sparking debates among fans and experts.
Vinod Kambli, a former Indian cricketer, attended the 50th-anniversary celebrations of Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai amidst concerns over his health. Kambli, who was hospitalized due to complications including brain clots, urged people to avoid alcohol and narcotics. He plans to return to the field soon.
Ira Jadhav of Mumbai set a new record with an unbeaten 346 runs off 157 balls in the Women’s U19 One Day Trophy against Meghalaya. Her innings, featuring 42 fours and 16 sixes, led Mumbai to a massive 563/3. Supported by significant partnerships with Hurley Gala and Diksha Pawar, Jadhav's score is now the highest in tournament history.
Bangladesh's 15-member squad for the ICC Men's Champions Trophy is missing veteran Shakib Al Hasan, who is banned from bowling under ECB jurisdiction. Shanto will captain the team, with Mushfiqur and Mahmudullah leading. Newcomers include Parvez Hossain Emon and rising pacer Nahid Rana. Despite setbacks, the team aims for the title.
