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“Not Just Tactically Sound, He Is…”: VVS Laxman On Hardik Pandya As Captain  | Cricket News
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“Not Just Tactically Sound, He Is…”: VVS Laxman On Hardik Pandya As Captain | Cricket News

[ad_1] With a short turnaround period between the T20 World Cup and the upcoming white-ball series against New Zealand, the Indian think-tank gave head coach Rahul Dravid a break, and in place, it would be VVS Laxman who would be overseeing the proceedings. Hardik Pandya would lead Team India in the T20I series while Shikhar Dhawan would captain in ODIs with Laxman acting as the coach. On the eve of the first T20I in Wellington, Laxman addressed a press conference, where he spoke about the preparations and the challenges that lie ahead."It has been an enjoyable ride for me so far, when I joined NCA, it was all about contributing to Indian cricket and this is an opportunity to spend time and share my knowledge with the youngsters, it has been fulfilling. What straightaway struck me in Ire...
“Kya Haal Hai”: Yuzvendra Chahal’s Comment On Photo With Kuldeep Yadav Goes Viral | Cricket News
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“Kya Haal Hai”: Yuzvendra Chahal’s Comment On Photo With Kuldeep Yadav Goes Viral | Cricket News

[ad_1] The star wrist-spin pair of Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav, fondly called 'KulCha' together, is back. The duo will be in action in the T20I and ODI series in New Zealand starting Friday. The two formed a formidable spin pair in limited overs formats a couple of years back, but loss of form saw them lose their place in the Indian cricket team. However, both are on a comeback trail. Chahal finished as the top wicket-taker in the IPL 2022 with 27 scalps in 17 games while Kuldeep Yadav was the fifth-best bowler with 21 wickets in 14 games.Chahal was also part of India's 2022 T20 World Cup squad, but he did not get a game. Now the duo would hope for a good showing in the upcoming series against New Zealand.Ahead of the series, Chahal posted a photo with Kuldeep, with the caption: "...
Watch: Kane Williamson Shows Super Reflexes, Saves Trophy From Being Blown Away By Wind | Cricket News
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Watch: Kane Williamson Shows Super Reflexes, Saves Trophy From Being Blown Away By Wind | Cricket News

[ad_1] Ahead of the start of the 3-match T20I series between New Zealand and India, the captains of the two teams -- Kane Williamson and Hardik Pandya -- gathered for the customary photo shoot. While the two were preparing to click pictures with the trophy, a dramatic visual was captured by the videographers. With the heavy wind blowing, a stream almost blew the trophy away, only for Williamson to show his reflexes and catch it before any damage was done.After seeing their respective campaigns in the T20 World Cup 2022 coming to end in the semi-final stage, New Zealand and India regroup for a bilateral series. While the Kiwis are being led by their full-time captain Willamson, Hardik has been put in charge because of Rohit Sharma's absence by the Indian team management.In a video that ha...
Hardik Pandya, Kane Williamson Ride “Crocodile Bike” Ahead Of 1st T20I In Wellington. Watch | Cricket News
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Hardik Pandya, Kane Williamson Ride “Crocodile Bike” Ahead Of 1st T20I In Wellington. Watch | Cricket News

[ad_1] Team India will take on New Zealand in a three-match T20I series, followed by as many ODIs, starting in Wellington on Friday, November 18. Hardik Pandya will be leading the side in absence of captain Rohit Sharma, who been rested for the tour Down Under. Apart from Rohit, vice-captain KL Rahul and veteran batter Virat Kohli have also been given a break. Ahead of the first T20I, Hardik was seen having a chat with New Zealand captain Kane Williamson, as both captains were enjoying a "crocodile bike" ride in Wellington.Both Hardik and Williamson addressed the media on Wednesday ahead of the first game at the Basin Reserve.With many senior players rested for the tour, Hardik said that the series will be a great opportunity for youngsters to prove their worth in the team."Absolutely. A...
Will Kane Williamson Get Picked In IPL Auction? What Hardik Pandya Said | Cricket News
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Will Kane Williamson Get Picked In IPL Auction? What Hardik Pandya Said | Cricket News

[ad_1] New Zealand captain Kane Williamson was released by SunRisers Hyderabad ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction on December 23 in Kochi. All ten franchises were given November 15 as the deadline to submit their final list of released and retained players, and the Hyderabad-based franchise decided to let go of Williamson. India and New Zealand are slated to play three T20Is and three ODIs, beginning Friday, and ahead of the series, India captain Hardik Pandya was asked whether Williamson will be picked in the auction or not.To this question, Hardik said: "For him, because he is a friend, yes. Rest it is okay. IPL is IPL, right now I am playing for India.Further quizzed about whether Hardik's franchise Gujarat Titans will go after Kane Williamson in the auction, Hardik...
Kane Williamson Gives His Opinion On Running Non-Striker Out  | Cricket News
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Kane Williamson Gives His Opinion On Running Non-Striker Out | Cricket News

[ad_1] With the T20 World Cup all over, the attention is now on the upcoming series between India and New Zealand, comprising three T20Is and as many ODIs. India would be led by Hardik Pandya in the shortest format, while in the ODIs, Shikhar Dhawan would be the captain. On Tuesday, New Zealand named a full-strength squad, with Kane Williamson being the in-charge. Trent Boult and Martin Guptill have been left out of the squad, and in their places, Adam Milne and Finn Allen have been given a chance.New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson spoke to NDTV on Tuesday, where he talked about the selection calls, the rise of Umran Malik, the debate over strike-rate in the shortest format and the series against India which will be played shortly after the World Cup. Running the non-striker out when he...
Why Trent Boult Has Not Been Named In New Zealand Squad For Series vs India? Head Coach Explains | Cricket News
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Why Trent Boult Has Not Been Named In New Zealand Squad For Series vs India? Head Coach Explains | Cricket News

[ad_1] Ace speedster Trent Boult has not been named in the New Zealand squad for the T20I and ODI series against India, slated to begin on Friday, November 18. The pacer has not been included as he had opted out of his central contract earlier this year, and the management felt that players who have central or domestic contracts need to be given priority now. It is important to note that Boult was a part of New Zealand's T20 World Cup squad, and the side's campaign saw them reaching the semi-finals.Head coach Gary Stead spoke further about why Boult has not been named in the squad after the team was announced."When Trent opted out of his NZC contract in August, we indicated that priority would be given to those players with either central or domestic contracts, and that's been the case h...
Finn Allen Named In New Zealand’s Squad For Series vs India, Trent Boult Not Included  | Cricket News
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Finn Allen Named In New Zealand’s Squad For Series vs India, Trent Boult Not Included | Cricket News

[ad_1] New Zealand Cricket (NZC) on Tuesday announced the squad for the upcoming series against India, comprising three T20Is and as many ODIs. Finn Allen has been named in the squad, while Trent Boult has not been included as he had opted out of the central contract list earlier this year. Allen is primed to face India for the first time after being confirmed in both New Zealand squads for the incoming tour, starting in Wellington on Friday.The 23-year-old Allen has already played 23 T20Is and eight ODIs for the Blackcaps, amassing five half-centuries and a hundred. Allen's retention at the top of the order for both squads means there's no room for Martin Guptill.Trent Boult is the other notable omission from the squads - with Tim Southee, Matt Henry (ODIs only), Lockie Ferguson, Blair ...