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Sourav Ganguly, the former BCCI president, has backed Mohammed Shami to again play for India in international cricket. Speaking to reporters in Kolkata, Ganguly said Shami’s ‘fitness and skill’ makes his case stronger for an international comeback. “Shami is bowling exceptionally well. He is fit, and we saw in the three Ranji Trophy matches, where he’s won Bengal on his own.” Ganguly said. “I’m sure the selectors are watching, and there is communication between Mohammad Shami and the selectors. But if you ask me, in terms of fitness and skill, it’s the Mohammad Shami we know of. So, I really…

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has praised the in-form wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel, acknowledging his recent performances. Ganguly told the agencies that Sai Sudharsan and Jurel could be competing for the No. 3 slot. “He’s playing well, isn’t he? Rishabh is back and I don’t know what the selectors are thinking,” he said. “Basically, the spots are taken — two openers, (Shubman) Gill at 4, Pant at 5, KL (Rahul), (Ravindra) Jadeja are there. Players have performed. How easy it will be to open up a slot for Dhruv Jurel at this stage, I wouldn’t know. But it depends on whom…

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta believes Dhruv Jurel has the best technique to bat at No. 3 for India in Test cricket. Speaking to Times of India, Dasgupta said: “At this moment, Jurel looks to have the best technique to bat at No. 3. But the team management has to be clear with its vision because No. 3 will be a big call. If Jurel is only seen as a wicketkeeping backup for Pant, then it will be a problem in the long run. It’s tough for a wicketkeeper to consistently keep wickets and bat at No. 3 in Tests.…

Australian legend Greg Chappell believes England’s fast bowlers could pose a serious challenge for the Australian batting line-up in the upcoming Ashes series, starting later this month. Writing in his column for ESPNCricinfo, Chappell stated: “If Archer and Wood are both fit for purpose, England could surprise the Australians on a surface that will favour pace. Very few people enjoy batting against real pace. We would all rather bat against medium-pacers and spinners, but at this level, it has to be done.” He further added: “Normally, it is one or two really quick bowlers in the line-up and then the…

The Abu Dhabi T10 (ADT10) and T10 Global have proudly announced that His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan has graciously accepted the role of Supreme Patron of the league. The organization expressed its heartfelt gratitude for His Excellency’s valuable guidance and continued support. Recognized as one of the most dynamic and fast-growing formats in modern cricket, the Abu Dhabi T10 has been instrumental in further elevating Abu Dhabi’s reputation as a global sporting powerhouse. With a viewership that now exceeds 400 million worldwide, the tournament has become an international spectacle, combining world-class talent with unmatched entertainment.…

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced that a new cricket stadium will be built in Siliguri, named after World Cup-winning wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh. The decision came after India’s historic 2025 ICC Women’s ODI World Cup triumph to encourage young athletes, especially from north Bengal. Announcing the project, Banerjee said, “The ‘Richa Cricket Stadium’ will be built on a 27-acre plot at the Chandmani Tea Estate. This is a way to honour Richa, one of Bengal’s shining sports talents, and also encourage more young cricketers from north Bengal,” as quoted by PTI. She further added that the state government…

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir has finally spoken about the reasons behind leaving Kuldeep Yadav and Arshdeep Singh out of the playing XI in recent matches. He explained the thinking behind these tough selection calls and stressed the importance of honest communication with players who deserve to be in the team. Speaking to BCCI.TV, Gambhir said that coaching world-class players ready to perform at any time comes with difficult decisions. “That’s probably the toughest part of me as a coach. I think that’s the toughest job I have, that sometimes when I know that there is so much of…

Team India pacer Renuka Singh Thakur returned to her village, Parsa, after India’s historic triumph in the 2025 ICC ODI Women’s World Cup. The fast bowler credited her mother and uncle for guiding and supporting her throughout her journey to the top. “I feel really happy to be here, especially because of the documentary they made for me. I think this is the best gift I could have received,” Renuka told ANI during the celebration. Her villagers surprised her with a special documentary showcasing her journey to the World Cup. She added that her “hard work is yielding results, the…

Former South African batter Hashim Amla has named Jasprit Bumrah as the most difficult bowler he faced during his Indian Premier League (IPL) days. In a recent podcast with Shubhankar Mishra, Amla lauded Bumrah’s magnificent skill set and consistency across all formats of the game. “Obviously Bumrah,” said Amla when asked about the best he’d faced. “I mean, he’s an amazing bowler, and you see how fantastic he’s been for India. Yeah, I think Bumrah is definitely the best bowler and somebody who challenged me the most. I’d say he’s the most skilful, and as an all-format bowler, he’s just…

Opener Shafali Verma has opened up about the difficulties she faced before becoming one of the key players in India’s historic 2025 Women’s World Cup victory. She joined the squad as an last-minute replacement for the injured Pratika Rawal, and delivered a match-winning all-round performance in the final. “The last year was tough for me,” Shafali told reporters in Rohtak, Haryana. “I faced many struggles, but I kept working hard and was rewarded by God for my effort.” Though she couldn’t create much impact in the semi-final against Australia, where she scored only 10, she used theopportunity perfectly in the…