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Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah Looking To Leave? MI Official’s Blunt Take On Rumours | Cricket News
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Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah Looking To Leave? MI Official’s Blunt Take On Rumours | Cricket News

[ad_1] File photo of Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah© BCCI/SportzpicsMumbai Indians' decision to take captaincy responsibilities away from Rohit Sharma and hand them to new recruit Hardik Pandya hasn't been immune to criticism. The decision left many shocked considering how well Rohit has done as the captain of the franchise over the last 10 years. Not long after the decision was taken, rumours floated on social media, suggesting that senior Indian players like Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan and Jasprit Bumrah are looking to leave the franchise. But, an MI official has rubbished the talks, saying no player will take an exit from the franchise this season."The news reports are totally fake and false. No MI player will be leaving us, nor will be traded by us," the official told Cricbuzz, f...
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After Sunil Gavaskar Suggests Rohit Sharma “To Take A Break” from IPL 2023, Mumbai Indians Coach’s Clear Update | Cricket News
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After Sunil Gavaskar Suggests Rohit Sharma “To Take A Break” from IPL 2023, Mumbai Indians Coach’s Clear Update | Cricket News

[ad_1] Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher on Saturday said team captain Rohit Sharma has not asked for rest in the ongoing Indian Premier League, but will look into it if he does. Rohit has featured regularly in what has been an ordinary campaign for Mumbai Indians in the IPL this year, with the five-time winners currently placed at the eighth spot at the halfway mark and requiring a lot to do in order to move up the standings. Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar had recently suggested that MI and India captain Rohit should take a break from the IPL in order to keep himself fresh for the World Test Championship final against Australia from June 7-11 at The Oval in London.“No, I don't think he should take rest. That's not my call to make. Obviously, we want Rohit playing, because he's a ver...
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“Rohit Sharma Felt That He Would…”: Mumbai Indians Coach On Arjun Tendulkar’s 31-Run Over | Cricket News
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“Rohit Sharma Felt That He Would…”: Mumbai Indians Coach On Arjun Tendulkar’s 31-Run Over | Cricket News

[ad_1] Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher lamented that his side allowed Punjab Kings to get away with the game in the final five overs of the first innings, wherein they added 96 runs to push their total to a match-winning 214 for 8. In reply, Mumbai Indians fell 13 runs short despite Cameron Green (67 off 43 balls), Suryakumar Yadav (57 off 26) and skipper Rohit Sharma (44 off 27) playing some fine knocks at the Wankhede Stadium on Saturday."I thought the game was in the balance. Surya's was a big wicket, a couple of centimeters higher or lower and it would probably have gone for a boundary. He held his nerve at the end, so well done to him. We batted well but they (PBKS) did get too many runs, which is disappointing because we controlled half percent of the game. We let it slip to...
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On Jofra Archer’s Injury, Mumbai Indians Coach Gives Important Update | Cricket News
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On Jofra Archer’s Injury, Mumbai Indians Coach Gives Important Update | Cricket News

[ad_1] Mark Boucher revealed that star pacer Jofra Archer picked up a "little niggle".© BCCI/IPLMumbai Indians (MI) pacer Jofra Archer's absence from the IPL 2023 match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has raised questions regarding his fitness. Archer, who missed the entire IPL 2022 due to a back issue, made his MI debut in their opening game against the Royal Challengers Bangalore. He went wicketless and conceded 33 runs. However, Archer missed the game against CSK, with Jason Behrendorff replacing him in the playing XI. Speaking after the game against CSK, MI head coach Mark Boucher has provided an update on Archer's fitness.Boucher revealed that the 28-year-old picked up a "little niggle" and the medical team is looking after him."He (Archer) has picked up a little niggle, and we ha...
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Mumbai Indians Have Invested In Youngsters And Time For Them To Show Up: Head Coach Mark Boucher | Cricket News
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Mumbai Indians Have Invested In Youngsters And Time For Them To Show Up: Head Coach Mark Boucher | Cricket News

[ad_1] Team Mumbai Indians© AFPMumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher is confident that the youngsters on whom the franchise has been investing for the past few years will stand up and be counted in this edition of the Indian Premier League. While RCB thrashed MI by eight wickets on Monday, the find of last season, Tilak Varma, once again showed a lot of promise along with Punjab youngster Nehal Wadhera. Varma cracked an unbeaten 46-ball 84, while Wadehra scored 21 off 13 deliveries."The IPL is a massive event and it's going to be a great opportunity for some of our young boys to really show up," Boucher said in a media release issued by MI."The way Mumbai Indians have selected their squads over the last few years has been, how you invest in youngsters for the future. It's now time for t...
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Rohit Sharma, Jofra Archer Fit For Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2023 Opener Against Royal Challengers Bangalore, Confirms Coach Mark Boucher | Cricket News
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Rohit Sharma, Jofra Archer Fit For Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2023 Opener Against Royal Challengers Bangalore, Confirms Coach Mark Boucher | Cricket News

[ad_1] File image of Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma© BCCI/IPLMumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher confirmed that skipper Rohit Sharma and pacer Jofra Archer are fit for their IPL opener against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Sunday. There were speculations that Rohit might not be available for the opening game as he had missed the captains' photo shoot in Ahmedabad. But Boucher dispelled all rumours. "Yes, Rohit is fit. He has trained the last two days and is 100 per cent ready to go. I think he didn't feel particularly well that morning and just as a precaution, we told him to stay at home," Boucher said at the pre-match press conference on Saturday."There are a lot of photo shoots the boys have had to do. He's not had a lot of time to himself so we thought it was better," he add...
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IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma Ducks ‘Rest’ Bouncer, Puts Mumbai Indians Coach In Spotlight | Cricket News
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IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma Ducks ‘Rest’ Bouncer, Puts Mumbai Indians Coach In Spotlight | Cricket News

[ad_1] 'Workload management' is an important contributor to players' performances. With the gruelling 2-month-long Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season set to start on March 31, many are worried about the Indian players' workload, especially keeping the World Test Championship final against Australia in mind. Rohit Sharma, who is the captain of both the Indian team and Mumbai Indians, was asked about taking 'rest' from IPL during the course of the season. His didn't just dodge the bullet himself but put head coach Mark Boucher in the spotlight.In an interaction for Mumbai Indians ahead of the start of the new season, Rohit was asked about sitting out from a few matches.He said: "I think Mark will give you an answer to that."Boucher, who is the new MI head coach, said: "Do you want to ...
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Arjun Tendulkar To Debut For Mumbai Indians In IPL 2023? Rohit Sharma Gives One-Word Reply | Cricket News
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Arjun Tendulkar To Debut For Mumbai Indians In IPL 2023? Rohit Sharma Gives One-Word Reply | Cricket News

[ad_1] File photo of Arjun Tendulkar© TwitterArjun Tendulkar has been a part of the Mumbai Indians franchise for the past two years, but he has not made his debut yet in the Indian Premier League. In 2021, he suffered an injury and in 2022, he was not given a chance despite MI finishing last in the points table. Arjun, who is the son of legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, has been practicing with the side ahead of the IPL 2023 and when asked about his possible debut, skipper Rohit Sharma gave an answer that will not disappoint the young cricketer.“Good question. Hopefully,” Rohit said at the pre-tournament press conference.Head coach Mark Boucher was also present at the event, and he told reporters that Arjun has impressed many with his bowling and if he is ready, he will surely be con...
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“He Is The Captain”: Mumbai Indians Coach’s Blunt Take On Resting Rohit Sharma In IPL 2023 | Cricket News
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“He Is The Captain”: Mumbai Indians Coach’s Blunt Take On Resting Rohit Sharma In IPL 2023 | Cricket News

[ad_1] Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher said on Wednesday that he will have no problem in resting Rohit Sharma during the league stage of the IPL provided the captain is able to find form with the bat. Mumbai Indians will be desperate for a turn around after a poor show last year when they finished last in the 10-team IPL. With Mumbai Indians starting their IPL 2023 season with an away clash against Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 2, the focus will also be on the workload management of the players and especially Rohit, who will lead India in the 50-over World Cup later this year in October-November. Sharma, when asked if he was open to take a backseat and rest during a few IPL games in the league round, preferred to have the question answered by the former South African wicket...
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South Africa Appoint Shukri Conrad, Rob Walter As New Head Coaches | Cricket News
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South Africa Appoint Shukri Conrad, Rob Walter As New Head Coaches | Cricket News

[ad_1] South Africa appoint Shukri Conrad and Rob Walter as new head coaches© AFPCricket South Africa (CSA) has confirmed the appointment of new head coaches for both the men's Test and white-ball teams. Shukri Conrad, who has extensive experience in roles within Cricket South Africa, will take charge of the Test team for the next four years while Rob Walter will coach the Men's ODI and T20 teams, succeeding Mark Boucher in the role. Walter was South Africa's strength and conditioning coach between 2009 and 2013 before moving to New Zealand where he was most recently employed as the head coach of the Central Districts.His appointment comes days after Lance Klusener publicly withdrew his application for the white-ball role.Conrad has a wealth of experience in African cricket, having held ...
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