Shami’s return to action was confirmed after Bengal named the fast bowler in the squad for the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match against Madhya Pradesh in Indore starting Wednesday.
While Jurel has only played three matches and was mainly included in India’s touring party for the five-match Test series in Australia as a back-up for regular keeper Rishabh Pant, the 23-year-old impressed during a recent match for India A against Australia A in Melbourne.
Afghanistan allrounder Mohammad Nabi has revealed his plans to retire from the ODI format after the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had communicated to the ICC last week, citing security concerns across the border, as reason for refusing to send its team to Pakistan for the marquee ODI tournament, scheduled between February 19 to March 9, 2025.
The Bulls, however, who were reduced to a 4-7 record with the loss, certainly gave the Cavs a run for their money. Both teams were close with the visiting side leading 67-66 at the end of the second quarter.
With the Masters category witnessing a three-way tie for the top spot, Chithambaram defeated GM Levon Aronian in the first blitz play-off and then held his nerve to draw the second with black pieces to clinch the second edition of the competition.
Despite a promising attacking display, the Indian head coach Harendra Singh highlighted the team’s defensive resilience and believes keeping a clean sheet will build their confidence for the upcoming games.
Ayan Lohchab did the star turn as Patna Pirates returned to winning ways with an all-round performance that secured an impressive 40-27 victory over Gujarat Giants in a Season 11 clash of the Pro Kabaddi League at the Noida Indoor Stadium here on Monday.
Liverpool wingback Trent Alexander Arnold is expected to be out for two weeks after having to be substituted during the side’s win over Aston Villa on Saturday with a hamstring injury.
While Gambhir is hopeful of Rohit’s availability, he is also happy with the options — both from an opening and leadership standpoint, in case Rohit doesn’t make it.
