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Rishabh Pant’s entry to the World Cup squad made cricket experts and pundits engage themselves in a debate, asking who should replace the injured opener. (Photo:AFP)

Twitteratti goes berserk after BCCI calls Rishabh Pant to replace Shikhar Dhawan

Pant is expected to join the World Cup squad ahead of India’s World Cup match against New Zealand.

12 Jun 2019 3:35 PM

While Kedar injured his left shoulder during the IPL, Shankar was hit in the nets by a Khaleel Ahmed short ball. (Photo: AP/PTI)

World Cup 2019: India set to bounce back against Bangladesh after New Zealand loss

Kohli is bound to be a worried man if Jadhav and Shankar are unable to get a decent hit against Mashrafe Mortaza's men.

27 May 2019 7:48 PM

Shankar looked in considerable pain and left the nets immediately. (Photo: AP)

Injury scare for Vijay Shankar ahead of World Cup 2019 warm-ups

The all-rounder was hit in the forearm while attempting to pull a short ball from left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed.

25 May 2019 10:38 AM

Having Dhoni, whose 341 ODI appearances makes him the most experienced player at this year’s World Cup, at number five would ensure the former India captain could nudge along before exploding in the final overs, believes Tendulkar. (Photo: AFP)

'Dhoni should be batting at five': Sachin opines on Dhoni's batting number before WC

Skipper Virat Kohli joins openers Dhawan and Rohit to complete India’s stable top three while Vijay Shankar is set to bat at number 4.

23 May 2019 11:09 AM

For Shankar, he is already geared up for the challenge if asked to bat at number four. (Photo: DC/ AP)

Vijay Shankar reacts on competing with Hardik Pandya in ICC World Cup 2019

The all-rounder has been projected as a possible candidate for number four slot after some impressive performances during the tour of NZ.

21 May 2019 2:23 PM

It is now up to Kohli and the two wise men — veteran Mahendra Singh Dhoni and coach Ravi Shastri — to figure out and pick the right balance when they step out at Hampshire Bowl to play the Proteas in their first WC19 fixture on June 5. (Photo: PTI)

India have the right bowling balance for any challenge

One of the biggest advantages that Kapil Dev’s 1983 World Cup winning team had, was the number of all-rounders at their disposal.

21 May 2019 1:48 AM

Shankar who has been bogged down by injuries in the past said he has learnt a lot from those hiccups and he has come back stronger.

Vijay Shankar reacts on batting at number four in ICC World Cup 2019

The player said being part of the World Cup-bound team is really special as the tournament happens once every four years.

18 May 2019 1:58 PM

Shankar was selected for the World Cup 2019 due to his three-dimensional capabilities of batting, bowling and fielding. (Photo: PTI)

Wrong decision? Rishabh Pant steals IPL show over World Cup entrant Vijay Shankar

In IPL 2019, Shankar scored 219 runs in 14 matches and took only one wicket in an under-utilised bowling stint.

14 May 2019 3:59 PM

The former skipper also said that talented Rishabh Pant, who has been ignored for this edition, should not feel depressed about his non-selection. (Photo: AP)

'Vijay Shankar's bowling will come handy in England', says Ganguly

There has been debate over Shankar being picked in the England-bound India team ahead of Ambati Rayudu.

30 Apr 2019 5:43 PM

Vijay Shankar will need to rejig his batting style to bat at No 4

The number four in the middle order and the selection of the second wicket keeper.

22 Apr 2019 1:53 AM

Captain Virat Kohli leaves the BCCI office after attending the selection meeting in Mumbai on Monday. (Photo: AFP)

Kohli’s cup cast

Vijay Shankar edges out Rayudu for No.4 place.

16 Apr 2019 3:02 AM

Pant has so far scored 245 runs in the ongoing IPL, compared to Karthik's 111 but Gavaskar said there was some merit in ignoring Pant's batting form. (Photo: AFP)

Sunil Gavaskar surprised by Rishabh Pant's omission from the World Cup Squad

Gavaskar said all-rounder Vijay Shankar, who made it to the squad for his "three-dimensional qualities", will be a very useful player.

15 Apr 2019 6:51 PM

'Shankar gives us ability with the three dimensions- bowling, batting and fielding,' said MSK Prasad. (Photo: ANI)

India's 15-member squad annouce: Dinesh Karthik overtakes Rishabh Pant

The selectors have picked Jadeja in the final squad and the chairman of selectors said that he was picked keeping the pitch conditions.

15 Apr 2019 4:50 PM

Having opted to bowl, the otherwise disciplined KKR attack looked clueless against the rampaging Warner who was let off twice while on scores of 21 and 68 by Robin Uthappa and skipper Dinesh Karthik respectively. (Photo: BCCI)

IPL 2019: Warner's 85, Shankar's cameo drives Hyderabad to a fighting 181

Comeback-man David Warner struck 85 off 53 balls and shared a 118-run stand for the first wicket with Jonny Bairstow (39).

24 Mar 2019 7:26 PM

Shikhar Dhawan ended his prolonged bad patch with a career-best 143 off 115 balls and in Rohit Sharma's company guided India to a commanding 358/9 in the fourth ODI against Australia here on Sunday. (Photo: BCCI)

India posts mammoth 358 after Rohit, Dhawan opening stand

The duo posted a 193 runs partnership, falling just short of 19 runs, which would have made it their highest stand.

10 Mar 2019 7:10 PM

There has been a sense of déjà vu every time Dhoni has stepped on to the field in the ongoing series. (Photo: PTI)

Ind vs Aus 3rd ODI: India aim to seal series in Dhoni's last match at Ranchi

A 3-0 lead in the five-match series will be a perfect farewell gift for Dhoni, who will be wearing the jersey for the last time at his home.

07 Mar 2019 12:20 PM

Later Indian bowlers, especially Jasprit Bumrah and Vijay Shankar held their nerves in the death overs to limit Australia to 242. (Photo: AP)

Ind vs Aus 2nd ODI: Kohli's ton changed the game, says Pat Cummins

Kohli's dogged hundred, his 40th in ODIs, helped India to revive their innings and post a decent 250 after a middle-order collapse.

06 Mar 2019 11:44 AM

Virat Kohli celebrates his century against Australia. (Photo: PTI)

The Virat-Vijay show

Kohli slams his 40th ODI ton and Shankar sparkles as India go 2-0 up.

06 Mar 2019 5:43 AM

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27 Feb 2019 9:41 AM

Shankar will be a part of the squad for the ODI series in Australia and the tour to New Zealand. Shubman Gill has been picked for the ODI and Twenty20 series in New Zealand. (Photo: PTI)

India call up Vijay Shankar, Shubman Gill to replace suspended Pandya, KL Rahul

Rahul and Pandya were axed ahead of India's opening one-day international against Australia in Sydney on Saturday.

13 Jan 2019 12:38 PM

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