Wednesday, November 27
Pakistan cricketer Ahmed Shehzad criticized the PCB's management after Gary Kirsten suddenly resigned as the white-ball head coach. Kirsten, who was appointed in April, left after just six months, hinting at internal issues. Jason Gillespie will now lead the team for the Australia tour. Reports suggest tensions over voting powers influenced Kirsten’s departure.
Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh suggests Mumbai Indians will retain Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, and Suryakumar Yadav ahead of the 2025 IPL mega auction. While uncertain about retaining Rohit Sharma, Harbhajan emphasizes his World Cup win as a captain should secure his spot. He also suggests Tilak Varma and Nehal Wadhera as promising future talents for the team.
The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, a hallowed venue for sports in India, recently found itself at the center of controversy following the two-day 'Dil-luminati' concert by Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh as track and field athlete Beant Singh shared his disappointment on social media, posting images of the venue's disarray.
Indian pacer Mohsin Khan praised Rohit Sharma’s batting skills, noting his ability to play fast bowling with ease. Steve Smith also named Rohit in his World Test XI for his aggressive intent with the new ball. Rohit faces challenges after India’s Test series defeat, but he will soon lead the team in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.
Mohammad Rizwan has been appointed as Pakistan's new white-ball captain for tours of Australia and Zimbabwe following Babar Azam's resignation. Rizwan, addressing fans, acknowledged past difficulties in Australia but expressed optimism and urged support. Key players Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi return to the squad.
Indian pacer Mohsin Khan revealed his deep admiration for MS Dhoni, calling him his lifelong idol. Khan recalled feeling immense joy when Dhoni hit the winning six in the 2011 World Cup final. Although nervous to approach Dhoni, Khan cherishes watching him play. Meanwhile, Dhoni has hinted at extending his cricket career, fueling speculation about his future in IPL.
India's Test cricket standout home performance was halted by New Zealand, highlighting dips in form for key batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Despite contributions from the lower middle order rescuing previous matches, failure in recent series resulted in India's first home defeat since 2012.
The BCCI's exclusion of Ruturaj Gaikwad from the squads for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and T20I series against South Africa has sparked outrage. Despite Gaikwad's strong form and two first-class centuries, the selectors chose Abhimanyu Easwaran. Former cricketer Krisnamachari Srikkanth criticized the decision, questioning the selection committee's inconsistent approach.
Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has expressed uncertainty regarding his participation in the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan, citing a lack of communication from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). Doubts about his inclusion persist due to his frequent absences and unresolved legal issues amid political unrest.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged the popularity of Spanish football in India, noting the excitement around Barcelona's recent victory in El Clasico while speaking at the inauguration of TATA Aircraft Complex. The PM highlighted the strong cultural ties between India and Spain, mentioning upcoming celebrations for the India-Spain Year of Culture, Tourism, and AI in 2026.
