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The Greatest Rivalry – India vs Pakistan review: Boys played well, but Netflix’s cricket documentary is run out by randomness | Web-series News

The Greatest Rivalry – India vs Pakistan review: Boys played well, but Netflix’s cricket documentary is run out by randomness | Web-series News

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If Netflix’s Indian films are noticeably worse than their American counterparts, what right do the documentaries have to be any better? The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan is unquestionably disappointing, both as a sports drama and as a piece of non-fiction storytelling. What could’ve been a rich exploration of the two countries’ shared culture and geopolitical tensions is presented, instead, as a dry summary of events, peppered with cringe re-enactments and a jarring lack of access. Imagine telling the story of the 2002 FIFA World Cup without Ronaldo’s involvement; imagine reflecting on Wimbledon 2003 but with no participation from Roger Federer. That’s what The Greatest Rivalry feels like. In certain moments, it also feels like an ICC-produced orientation video that could be played on a loop in hotel lobbies during the upcoming Champions Trophy tournament in Pakistan. Virender Sehwag is perhaps the most prominently featured Indian player in the three-part series, which omits the likes of Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman, and most inexcusably, Sachin Tendulkar. It’s difficult to decide what Sehwag’s biggest highlight in the …

“Tendulkar, Dravid Were Also Married”: On Possible BCCI Family Restrictions, Ex-India Star’s Take

“Tendulkar, Dravid Were Also Married”: On Possible BCCI Family Restrictions, Ex-India Star’s Take

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File image of Virat Kohli (right) and his wife Anushka Sharma.© AFP The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are reportedly set to take some major steps as it aims to address the slump in form for Team India, and one of those will reportedly be curbing the number of days players on tour can spend with their family members. In fact, on 45-day-long tours, the maximum number of days a player can stay with his family will reportedly be cut down to just 14. However, a former India opener has defended such a move if it is taken by the BCCI. Stating that such rules have been there for former cricketers as well, former India cricketer-turned-pundit Aakash Chopra spoke about the positives of such a decision. “There are two aspects to it,” Chopra said, speaking on his YouTube channel. “If it’s a tour of more than 45 days, at the start you get the team together, and the families can come for two weeks in the middle when you feel …

Why Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 13-year-old prodigy from Bihar, is one to watch out for

Why Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 13-year-old prodigy from Bihar, is one to watch out for

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Promise 2025: As a new year begins, there is bound to be fresh hope for India’s upcoming young athletes. From a pre-teen chess player to an early teen cricketer, we take a look at who can make their mark in the coming years Vaibhav Suryavanshi is just 13-years-old but the teenager has displayed enough class to show he’s here for the long run. At the start of the year, Vaibhav made his first-class debut at 12 against Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy game at the Moin-ul-Haq Stadium in Patna. The year 2024 has been life-changing for the India U-19 opener. The last three months in particular have been a rollercoaster ride for the teenager. In October, Vaibhav Suryavanshi etched his name in the history books as he became the youngest player to score an international century. Vaibhav scored 104 off 62 balls in India Under-19’s Youth Test against Australia in Chennai. A month later, Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest player to be signed in IPL history as he ignited a bidding war between Rajasthan Royals …

‘Gautam Gambhir a compromise, was never BCCI’s first choice as India head coach. It was…’

‘Gautam Gambhir a compromise, was never BCCI’s first choice as India head coach. It was…’

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Jan 02, 2025 06:34 AM IST As Gautam Gambhir stands on the brink of losing his job in the Indian team, a report revealed that he was only a “compromise” for the head coach position Earlier in 2024, when Rahul Dravid had confirmed that he would no longer extend his contract with the BCCI as the head coach of the Indian team, Gautam Gambhir emerged as the strongest candidate to replace the legend. And it seemed a fitting replacement with Gambhir heading into his new role on the back of an IPL title for Kolkata Knight Riders as mentor. However, as the former India opener stands on the brink of losing his job in the Indian team, a report revealed that he was only a “compromise.” Indian cricket team Head coach Gautam Gambhir addresses a press conference(Nitin Lawate ) Rumours about Gambhir as Dravid’s replacement started largely during the second half of IPL 2024. There was barely any other contender to challenge the former India World Cup winner, despite Gambhir lacking any experience as a …

Travis Head’s all-time favorite Indian cricketer? Sachin. And Glenn Maxwell’s? | Cricket News

Travis Head’s all-time favorite Indian cricketer? Sachin. And Glenn Maxwell’s? | Cricket News

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Speaking to Australian Broadcast Corporation, Australian cricketers pick their favourite Indian cricketer while growing up. Travelling reserve Glenn Maxwell picks VVS Laxman. Who was your favourite Indian cricketer growing up? 🤩 We asked some of the stars of the men’s Aussie teams… and one name kept coming up! Keep up with all the latest sport news and analysis on the ABC listen app: https://t.co/VP2GGbfgge pic.twitter.com/6UBTCpofCl — ABC SPORT (@abcsport) December 9, 2024 Travis Head “It will have to be Tendulkar. He’s the most we watched on TV batting. Cause no one else would. He used to bat the whole time.” Steve Smith “Sachin. I mean he was stylish, gun batter. And arguably one of the best ever to play.” Pat Cummins “Obvious one is Sachin Tendulkar growing up watching him.” Alex Carrey “MS Dhoni, he was probably old enough when I was growing up. I played against him. And yeah I love him as a player.” Glenn Maxwell “Everyone used to love watching Sachin, just because it was Sachin. He was pretty awesome, but I …

‘Totally my mistake getting Ganguly run out…’: Dravid recalls memorable Border-Gavaskar Trophy partnership with Laxman

‘Totally my mistake getting Ganguly run out…’: Dravid recalls memorable Border-Gavaskar Trophy partnership with Laxman

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Dec 06, 2024 06:27 AM IST Rahul Dravid recalled his iconic partnership with VVS Laxman, when India defeated Australia in Adelaide during the 2003-04 BGT. Leading 1-0, India take on Australia in the second Test, also a pink-ball fixture, of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Adelaide on Friday. The visitors were in dominant form in Perth as they cruised to a win, despite missing captain Rohit Sharma, who was back in India due to paternity leave. Rahul Dravid recalled his memorable partnership with VVS Laxman. (Getty) Speaking to Star Sports, former India head coach and cricketer Rahul Dravid took a walk down memory lane as he recalled his sensational partnership with VVS Laxman in Adelaide during the 2003-04 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Recalling his mistake before Laxman’s arrival on the crease, Dravid said, “I was thinking, ‘I’ve got the captain run out. I better do something meaningful.’ It was totally my mistake getting Saurav (Ganguly) run out.” Also Read: ‘Dominates spin’: Finch, Clarke drop ‘scary’ analogy for AUS after Rohit Sharma decides to let KL Rahul open …

‘There was a lot more blue in the crowd than green’: VVS Laxman explains why India team find support in SA, other countries | Cricket News

‘There was a lot more blue in the crowd than green’: VVS Laxman explains why India team find support in SA, other countries | Cricket News

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India’s stand-in coach VVS Laxman on Friday said that the aggressive style that the team plays is one of the primary reasons for fans all of over the one to support the Men in Blue wherever they go. “What we have seen in these three matches is the fearless approach of this team. During any tours to any foreign country, we play and try to entertain the crowd. And we always feel that we are playing at home,” Laxman said during a reception hosted for the Indian team on Thursday night. “The reason for that is all the wonderful fans of the Indian cricket team – the Diaspora of India who settled down in various countries but still love the Indian team and the Indian cricketers. I don’t know if the support was for the home team or for our team (in SA). There was a lot more blue in the crowd than actually green,” Laxman said. A lovely evening at Joburg 😊 The Consulate General of India, Johannesburg hosted #TeamIndia for dinner yesterday ahead …

Modern Indian players not better at playing spin, says Simon Doull: ‘Gone are the days of Sachin, Ganguly, Dravid and Laxman’ | Cricket News

Modern Indian players not better at playing spin, says Simon Doull: ‘Gone are the days of Sachin, Ganguly, Dravid and Laxman’ | Cricket News

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On a day that saw nine India batters fall prey to New Zealand spinners, former Black Caps pacer-turned-commentator Simon Doull claimed that the Indian batters are no longer better at playing spin than their counterparts around the world. “I think it is a misconception around the world now that these modern Indian players are better playing spin than anyone else. They are not. They are the same as everyone else around the world,” Doull said on JioCinema during the lunch break on Friday. “Gone are the days of Ganguly, Gambhir, Laxman and Dravid. Sachin was so, so good against spin, and the era before them,” he added. After New Zealand were restricted for 259 on Day 1, India were unable to mount a lead in the first innings as the batting crumbled for 156 with Mitchell Santner closing the innings with a seven-wicket haul while Glenn Phillips also struck twice. The lasting image from the collapse saw Virat Kohli dismissed off a full toss, misjudging the line and length while going for a horizontal bat …

“Making That Decision…”: India Great’s No-Nonsense Take On Rohit Sharma ‘The Leader’

“Making That Decision…”: India Great’s No-Nonsense Take On Rohit Sharma ‘The Leader’

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Former India cricketer and NCA head VVS Laxman on Friday praised Rohit Sharma for taking ownership of the wrong call at the toss in the first Test against New Zealand, saying that he does a “phenomenal job” in leading by example. Rohit’s decision to bat first in the opening Test backfired horribly as India were shot out for a mere 46 inside 32 overs, recording their third lowest total in 593 Tests and lowest-ever in 293 matches on home soil. The Indian captain fronted the media after end of play on Thursday and acknowledged that he erred in reading the M Chinnaswamy Stadium pitch, while citing that not all calls taken by leadership can always be right. “For leaders, it’s humanly impossible not to make mistakes. We won the toss and we elected to bat first and it was counterproductive (because) we were bowled out for 46,” Laxman told a gathering at the Security Now 2024 conference by Seclore. “Who went to the press conference? It was Rohit Sharma. He accepted that ‘yes, …

Ratan Tata Dies: From Rohit Sharma To Neeraj Chopra, Sports Stars Pay Tributes

Ratan Tata Dies: From Rohit Sharma To Neeraj Chopra, Sports Stars Pay Tributes

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Entire India went into a state of mourning as Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus, Tata Sons, died at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai aged 86. He was among India’s most respected and loved industrialists, who took Tata Group to new heights and touched the fabric of the nation through his contributions across different areas including philanthropy. Even sports stars, including Olympian medallist Neeraj Chopra, Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma, and India’s T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav, took to social media to pay their tributes to Ratan Tata after hearing the saddening news of his death. “A man with a heart of gold. Sir, you will forever be remembered as someone who truly cared and lived his life to make everyone else’s better,” India’s ODI and Test captain Rohit Sharma wrote. A man with a heart of gold. Sir, you will forever be remembered as someone who truly cared and lived his life to make everyone else’s better. pic.twitter.com/afbAbNIgeS — Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) October 10, 2024 “I’m very sorry to hear about the …