India's biggest challenge could come from an unexpected source -- Pakistan's mystery spinner Usman Tariq.
The new National Cricket Academy which was inaugurated in Bengaluru on Sunday has been renamed as the BCCI Centre of Excellence.
'I've had quite a bit of skill sessions and some training sessions. So, I feel much, much better.'
He also expressed satisfaction with the talent coming through in the Pakistan Shaheens squad and from domestic cricket, and claimed that 3-4 players were ready to step into international cricket.
The source said the selectors might ask Shadab to join the team for the ongoing home series against Sri Lanka to get back to full match fitness under the supervision of the national team management.
The 38 year old will be seen in action in the upcoming ODI series against Australia, for which he was filmed training in the nets last week.
The Women in Blue did more than just win a trophy -- they proved that hard work, and believing in themselves, can turn failure into success.
Applications have been invited for leading positions in bowling, batting, and sports science and medicine departments at BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
'...I had confidence in myself. I knew I would play again one day and I knew how to make it and how I will make it'.
The 20-year-old Nigam, who was picked for Rs 50 lakh by DC, has been impressive in the IPL with both bat and ball.
Former national selector and wicketkeeper Kiran More lashed out at the Indian cricket board stating that National Cricket Academy has become a "joke".
Sanju Samson is set to return as Rajasthan Royals captain after receiving clearance from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) to keep wickets in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).
Dr Pardiwala recalled that for several weeks after the surgery, the young cricketer couldn't even brush his teeth. Pant endured 635 days of recovery, rehabilitation, multiple surgeries and extensive physiotherapy to make a triumphant return to professional cricket.
He said that the NCA in Lahore had all the facilities, but unfortunately, a proper productive system had not been developed over the years.
Bumrah shared a picture of him hitting the gym at the National Cricket Academy as he recuperates from the lower back injury that forced him out of the Champions Trophy.
There is no clarity when Jasprit Bumrah, who is still recuperating from a back injury, will return to action during IPL 2025.
Former India cricketer Sairaj Bahutule is set to join Rajasthan Royals as a spin bowling coach for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season.
His availability will be a massive boost for LSG's bowling department, with Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan and Akash Deep doing most of the heavy lifting.
IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants in Dharamsala, on Sunday.
Jemimah who plays for Delhi Capitals in the WPL was practicising at the venue at the same time Bumrah was bowling in the nets as part of his rehab.
According to sources aware of developments in the Board, a few players are contemplating if they should travel to New Zealand.
"Congratulations to BCCI and Karnataka Government for resolving this long-standing issue. Special thanks to Amitabh Choudhary for making extra effort," Khanna said in a statement.
'Yes I am learning a lot from Saqlain Mushtaq because of his strong cricket coaching background. But it does not mean he is doing me favours.'
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Kolkata Knight Riders have named left-arm pacer Chetan Sakariya as a replacement for speedster Umran Malik ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season.
Former India left-arm spinner Sunil Joshi is the frontrunner to become the spin bowling coach at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence.
Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene on Friday said star pacer Jasprit Bumrah was still recuperating from a back injury and that the team was waiting for him to be cleared by the National Cricket Academy (NCA).
The coach also needs to be technically savvy with knowledge of biomechanics and ability to decipher the data stored in GPS devices.
This would mark the first time an Indian head coach travels with the 'A' team on a tour.
Rizvi will be representing Delhi Capitals this season.
Mayank Yadav, who made his comeback after a long injury lay-off, returned with figures of 2/40 in four overs as he bowled in the range of 140kmph.
Lucknow Super Giants are no longer just contenders, they could be IPL 2025's ultimate disruptors.
The left-arm spinner shared a 45-second video of himself bowling in the nets at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru on Wednesday.
Varun Chakravarthy, a key player for both the Indian team and the Kolkata Knight Riders, emphasizes the importance of consistency and reveals he is working on new variations to his spin bowling.
In 42 first-class matches, Kuldeep has taken 161 wickets at an average of 29.14.
A sore right knee forced Virat Kohli out of the first ODI against England in Nagpur on Thursday but the extent of the problem was not immediately clear.
Raina also laid emphasis on how Kuldeep Yadav could be a lynchpin in India's success.
K L Rahul set the stage with a stylish 77, but 20-year-old Vipraj Nigam's fearless spell in front of a stadium full of CSK fans truly turned the tide.
Jasprit Bumrah has started his rehabilitation at the NCA in Bengaluru as he races against time to get fit for the Champions Trophy.
Sanju Samson fractures index finger, out of action for five to six weeks
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