Sports, Cricket, 27th Aug 2019, News & Stories from India

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Sports Cricket 27 Aug 2019

Sports, Cricket, 27 Aug 2019

Mike Hesson, a former New Zealand coach was pipped by incumbent Ravi Shastri for the job of India coach and he congratulated the former India all-rounder. (Photo:AFP)

Simon Katich is best suited for RCB's head coach role says Mike Hesson

RCB has failed to win the coveted IPL title even once. The team has failed to make it to the play-offs in the last three seasons.

27 Aug 2019 11:04 PM

All-rounder Ben Stokes’ unbeaten 135 at Headingley on Sunday helped the hosts chase down a record target of 359 in dramatic fashion and level the five-match series at 1-1. (Photo:AFP)

Ben Stokes' life will change forever: Ian Botham

The 28-year-old’s epic knock evoked memories of Botham’s famous unbeaten century on the same ground in 1981.

27 Aug 2019 9:33 PM

One of India's greatest wicket-keepers, Syed Kirmani, feels that Bengal veteran Wriddhiman Saha deserves to play the second Test against the West Indies instead of Rishabh Pant. (Photo:AFP)

Syed Kirmani feels Wriddhiman Saha should be included in playing XI than Rishabh Pant

Pant's short career has been inconsistent at best especially his indiscreet shot selection during World Cup and the West Indies tour.

27 Aug 2019 8:32 PM

Jack Leach put his cult hero status down to looking like a 'village cricketer' after his key supporting role enabled Ben Stokes to steer England to a staggering victory in the third Ashes Test. England were 286-9, still needing 73 more runs to reach a victory target of 359 when last man Leach walked out to bat at Headingley on Sunday. (Photo:AFP)

'Village man-cum-cricketer' Jack Leach becomes Ashes hero

The 28-year-old said his careful cleaning routine was simply about removing condensation.

27 Aug 2019 8:03 PM

Former captain Misbah-ul-Haq Tuesday emerged as the favourite to take over as Pakistan's cricket coach after Mickey Arthur was axed following a disappointing World Cup. (Photo:AFP)

Misbah-ul-Haq first in line for Pakistan cricket team's head coach

Misbah has stepped down from the Pakistan Cricket Board's executive committee to clear the way for his application.

27 Aug 2019 7:31 PM

Sachin was invited by Bradman to his house along with Shane Warne during India’s tour of Australia in 1998-99. (Photo: Instagram)

On Sir Don Bradman's anniversary Sachin Tendulkar pays tribute

On the occasion of Bradman’s 111th birth anniversary, Tendulkar took to Twitter to show his admiration of the legend.

27 Aug 2019 6:07 PM

Skipper Virat Kohli has also backed him to do well for the team and persistently defended the batsman's credentials in the face of questions over his form. (Photo:AP/PTI)

I try to look at positives than focus at criticism: Ajinkya Rahane

Coming into the Test series, Rahane's form was a subject of widespread debate but he silenced his critics with scores of 81 and 102.

27 Aug 2019 5:02 PM

India veteran Mithali Raj on Tuesday made herself available for the upcoming T20 home series against South Africa but with the focus on youngsters ahead of next year's World Cup, the selectors may not pick her.

Mithali Raj says she's available for SA T20Is but selectors might overlook her

The 36-year-old remains committed to play the 50-over World Cup in 2021, is not an automatic pick in the T20 eleven.

27 Aug 2019 4:13 PM

In the all-rounder rankings, he has moved to the second spot. (Photo: AFP)

ICC Test rankings: Ben Stokes moves to career-best batting ranking

The rankings which were released on Tuesday, saw Stokes moving to the 13th position in the batsmen rankings.

27 Aug 2019 4:00 PM

Jaitley, during his tenure at DDCA, is credited with renovating the stadium into a modern facility, increasing its capacity to accommodate more fans besides constructing world-class dressing rooms. (Photo: AFP)

Delhi's Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium to be renamed after Arun Jaitley

The renaming will take place on September 12 at a function where a stand at the Kotla will be named after India captain Virat Kohli.

27 Aug 2019 3:52 PM

Steve Smith, who missed the third Ashes Test match due to concussion, is also likely to return in the fourth match. And if he returns, the team will have to make way for Smith. (Photo:AP)

Australia didn't bat well: Justin Langer

Ben Stokes' unbeaten 135 runs innings which helped England to win the match.

27 Aug 2019 3:33 PM

Ravi Shastri’s second stint as head coach of India began with a demolishing Test win over the West Indies. (Photo: Twitter)

Ravi Shastri trolled for sharing beach pictures; see tweets

Following India’s win, the team also gained 60 points in its quest of World Test Championship defence.

27 Aug 2019 3:27 PM

Gambhir said that this sports complex should be renamed after Jaitley because of his contribution to the nation and his love for cricket. (Photo: File)

Gautam Gambhir wants to honour Arun Jaitley and name Yamuna Sports Complex after him

The former union minster Arun Jaitley passed away on 24th August after suffering from a prolonged illness.

27 Aug 2019 3:04 PM

Kiren Rijiju said it will take time to bring BCCI under the RTI. (Photo:AFP)

Kiren Rijiju brings BCCI under NADA

Kiren Rijiju assumed his new office three months ago.

27 Aug 2019 2:02 PM

On to the more immediate concerns, like the 2020 Olympic Games, the sports minister Kiren Rijiju was hopeful that the athletes are going to bring back a lot more than just the one silver and a bronze attained in the 2016 Rio Games. (Photo: PTI)

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju says, 'It's too early to call for 2022 CWG boycott'

In the Executive Board meeting of the CWG in June, the CGF recommended the inclusion of three new sports while dropping shooting.

27 Aug 2019 2:01 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi broke the news of England’s dramatic win over Australia in the ongoing Ashes series to UK PM Boris Johnson. (Photo: AFP)

PM Modi first to break news of England's marvellous Ashes win to UK PM Boris Johnson: Report

He later called for an iPad and watched the highlights between engagements.

27 Aug 2019 12:48 PM

Stokes stitched an unbeaten 76-run partnership with Jack Leach for the last wicket to achieve the unthinkable. (Photo: AP/PTI)

ICC trolled on social media for posting a congratulatory message to Australia before match ended

With the match still in progress, the handle posted a photo which congratulated Australia for retaining the Ashes.

27 Aug 2019 11:49 AM

KL Rahul with Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma at their reception. (Photo: Twitter/KL Rahul)

KL Rahul posts photo with Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, see pics

In the picture, Mayank Agarwal and Ravichandran Ashwin can also be seen.

27 Aug 2019 10:00 AM

India go boom, West Indies bust

Bumrah leads India to 318-run rout of West Indies in first Test.

27 Aug 2019 1:43 AM

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