The former England batter had undergone extensive chemotherapy for the same in 2002. But in May, the 83-year-old learnt his cancer had returned.
Ashwin went on to cite examples of other domestic stalwarts like Sarfaraz Khan, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shahbaz Nadeem and Abhimanyu Easwaran.
It was a proper Test innings, it was of the highest class, and given the circumstances it came in, it was one of the best innings by an Indian batsman in recent memory, applauds Prem Panicker.
The dawn of a new era had begun under Sourav Ganguly's aggressive leadership. With Ganguly and Coach John Wright at the helm India had transitioned into a force to be reckoned with.
In his first series as full-time T20I captain, Suryakumar won the 'Player of The Series' award after two brilliant knocks in the first two games
At this point it is still anyone's game, with a draw also an option, says Prem Panicker in his analysis of Day 4.
Out-of-form skipper Rohit Sharma's batting position will be in focus against a dangerous Australia
Rishabh Pant last played a Test match in December 2022 before a serious car crash saw him sidelined for nearly two years.
Marnus Labuschagne arrived at the crease in Perth with a plan: channel his inner Cheteshwar Pujara.
Ryan Rickelton scored a maiden Test century as the hosts finished on 269-7 against Sri Lanka on the opening day
'I am not envious of those who are making millions. It's their era and I had my era.'
'During a match, there is a lot of noise from the stadium -- cheers for sixes and fours -- but the batter focuses on the ball, not the pressure.' 'If you don't take pressure and focus on your duty, you can overcome stress easily.'
"The (BCCI) recognition has happened but there is no roadmap for our sport, no one knows what's happening. We have also brought glory to the country on the cricket field and deserve to get (BCCI's) central contract," added Reddy.
Rohit Sharma's return to form might have come too late for Mumbai Indians, but it augurs well for him and the Indian team heading into the T20 World Cup next month, feels the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.
Stokes is also among the Test Cricket of the Year nominees alongside compatriot Jonny Bairstow, Australia opener Usman Khawaja and South Africa speedster Kagiso Rabada.
Can the young trio of Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Akash Deep leave a mark in the Border Gavaskar Trophy series?
Former Australian opener Mathew Hayden is mighty impressed with the IPL performance of Sanju Samson and has lauded the T20 World Cup-bound power-hitter for "handling both spin and pace with finesse".
Gambhir has made his selection process clear by stating his strong belief in players featuring across all three formats.
Images from Day 2 of the first Test between Australia and India in Perth on Saturday.
Pant looks up at the heavens after reaching his hundred, as if to tell his father Rajendra Pant, who passed away in his sleep in April 2017 before his son made it big, that this one is for you Papa.
India women team captain Mithali Raj quit international cricket on Wednesday after a stellar 23-year career.
England will be looking to bounce back from a rain-affected opening match and solidify their T20 World Cup campaign
Poor batting, poor leadership, clueless coaches...
The inscription on the bat read: 'Happy Birthday, Virat. You are a symbol of dedication and a living proof that age is just a number.'
Anushka on Virat's knock at India vs Pak T20 WC opener: Best innings after a tough phase
As an Indian captain, he will enjoy his little piece of history and no one can take that away from him.
Call it destiny or design, Goswami's last hurrah is taking at Lord's.
When he received his maiden call-up to India's T20I squad for the tour of Zimbabwe, 21-year-old Andhra all-rounder Nitish Reddy felt he has achieved only 50 percent of his goal to make his "Nanna" proud.
Sanju Samson will look to continue his domination of the bowlers but India need more stability in the top order
Mahendra Singh Dhoni's World Cup winning six resides in India's collective consciousness and it was a shot that changed a lot of lives, including that of little-known Solapur athlete Kiran Navgire.
Sunil Gavaskar has questioned the 'puzzling' batting approach
'From past experience I realise that to overcome cancer a second time I will need excellent medical treatment and quite a bit of luck.'
India captain Rohit Sharma is confident that his team will bounce back from the eight-wicket defeat against New Zealand in the first Test in Bengaluru.
Rachin Ravindra expressed his awe at his 'surreal' two-year journey in cricket.
India is an "overrated" team in the longest format as many players in the current Test set-up have not performed to their potential, feels former opener Kris Srikkanth.
Surya Kumar Yadav showcasing the celebratory spirit with some lively dhol dancing upon arrival.
Dada posted an image of him hitting his trademark lofted shot over the leg side in the fifth ODI against England in Leeds on September 2, 2007.
Tendulkar has the most runs in the longest format of the game, with 15,921 runs. Along the way, Tendulkar scored 51 Test centuries, most by any player.
The promotion to No 4 has proved to be a turning point for Riyan Parag.
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