The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 edition is far away. However, the excitement of the cricket fans knows no boundaries as the mega auction ahead of the next season is likely to take place in January 2022. Ahead of the mega auction, the eight existing franchises are set to share their list of retained players very soon.

As per a report, the five-time winners Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) are unlikely to retain their star batsman Suryakumar Yadav. As per the rules, every franchise can retain a maximum of four players (either three Indians and a foreign player or two Indians and overseas players each). Hence, MI are likely to let go off SKY. For the unversed, the right-hander has been one of the most important players for the Men in Blue since the 2018 season (when he returned to the MI line-up ahead of the 11th edition).&nbsp;

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In 2018, Surya amassed 512&nbsp;runs for the MI and crossed the 400-run mark in the following two seasons. In IPL 2021, SKY wasn't at his usual best and ended with 317 runs in 14 matches, at an average of 22.64 and strike-rate of 143.43. As per reports, there are strong chances that Rohit, Jasprit Bumrah, Kieron Pollard and Ishan Kishan will be the four retained players by the MI. While MI can always reacquire the services of SKY from the auction pool, the two new IPL teams -- of Ahmedabad and Lucknow -- will like to make the most of their chances as they can sign three cricketers each among the non-retained players before the auction.

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With the likes of Hardik Pandya, Krunal Pandya, Trent Boult, SKY, Quinton de Kock likely to enter the auction pool, such big names will draw the attention of the two new teams prior to the mega auction.

Recently, BCCI secretary Jay Shah had also announced that the next edition of the cash-rich league will be held in India, which is likely to begin in early April at Chennai.&nbsp; The MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will enter IPL 2022 as the defending champions, having beaten Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 27 runs in the IPL 14 finale.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 edition is far away. However, the excitement of the cricket fans knows no boundaries as the mega auction ahead of the next season is likely to take place in January 2022.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 edition is far away. However, the excitement of the cricket fans knows no boundaries as the mega auction ahead of the next season is likely to take place in January 2022. Ahead of the mega auction, the eight existing franchises are set to share their list of retained players very soon. As per a report, the five-time winners Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) are unlikely to retain their star batsman Suryakumar Yadav. As per the rules, every franchise can retain a maximum of four players (either three Indians and a foreign player or two Indians and overseas players each). Hence, MI are likely to let go off SKY. For the unversed, the right-hander has been one of the most important players for the Men in Blue since the 2018 season (when he returned to the MI line-up ahead of the 11th edition). ALSO READ | IPL 2022 auction: CSK to retain MS Dhoni for three seasons, DC to let go Shreyas Iyer - Report In 2018, Surya amassed 512 runs for the MI and crossed the 400-run mark in the following two seasons. In IPL 2021, SKY wasn't at his usual best and ended with 317 runs in 14 matches, at an average of 22.64 and strike-rate of 143.43. As per reports, there are strong chances that Rohit, Jasprit Bumrah, Kieron Pollard and Ishan Kishan will be the four retained players by the MI. While MI can always reacquire the services of SKY from the auction pool, the two new IPL teams -- of Ahmedabad and Lucknow -- will like to make the most of their chances as they can sign three cricketers each among the non-retained players before the auction. ALSO READ | It will be more exciting than ever: BCCI secretary Jay Shah confirms IPL 2022 to take place in India With the likes of Hardik Pandya, Krunal Pandya, Trent Boult, SKY, Quinton de Kock likely to enter the auction pool, such big names will draw the attention of the two new teams prior to the mega auction. Recently, BCCI secretary Jay Shah had also announced that the next edition of the cash-rich league will be held in India, which is likely to begin in early April at Chennai. The MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will enter IPL 2022 as the defending champions, having beaten Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 27 runs in the IPL 14 finale.

Mumbai Indians unlikely to retain star batsman ahead of mega auction for IPL 2022: Report

Ahead of the series opener of the two-match Test series between India and New Zealand, the Ajinkya Rahane-led Team India have been dealt with a major blow. KL Rahul, who was one of their star performers with the bat in the England Tests, has been ruled out of the series due to a muscle strain&nbsp;on his left thigh.

Rahul, who was part of the Rohit Sharma-led squad for the three T20Is, has been in sensational form across formats for Team India. He was certain to open the innings, either with Mayank Agarwal or Shubman Gill, but has been ruled out of the entire series and will now look forward to grab his chances in India's forthcoming tour of South Africa.&nbsp;

According to a report filed by news agency&nbsp;PTI, it has been learned that the stylish opener Rahul missed India's customary practice session,&nbsp;at Kanpur's Green Park stadium, on the eve of the first Test. During the net session, youngster Shubman Gill opened the batting alongside Mayank Agarwal. It looks like the two will open the innings whereas Shreyas Iyer looks certain to debut and bat in the middle-order.

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On the other hand, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) named Suryakumar Yadav as Rahul's replacement. Either Shreyas Iyer or Suryakumar can make their Test debut but the former has an edge as he was in the squad in the first instance itself.

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India squad for the 1st Test vs New Zealand

Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara (vice-captain), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), KS Bharat (wicket-keeper), Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Axar Patel, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav, Md. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna

The big guns such as regular captain Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit Sharma are expected to return for the second and final Test, starting from December 3 in Mumbai.

Ahead of the series opener of the two-match Test series between India and New Zealand, the Ajinkya Rahane-led Team India have been dealt with a major blow. KL Rahul, who was one of their star performers with the bat in the England Tests, has been ruled out of the series due to a muscle strain on his left thigh.

Ahead of the series opener of the two-match Test series between India and New Zealand, the Ajinkya Rahane-led Team India have been dealt with a major blow. KL Rahul, who was one of their star performers with the bat in the England Tests, has been ruled out of the series due to a muscle strain on his left thigh. Rahul, who was part of the Rohit Sharma-led squad for the three T20Is, has been in sensational form across formats for Team India. He was certain to open the innings, either with Mayank Agarwal or Shubman Gill, but has been ruled out of the entire series and will now look forward to grab his chances in India's forthcoming tour of South Africa. According to a report filed by news agency PTI, it has been learned that the stylish opener Rahul missed India's customary practice session, at Kanpur's Green Park stadium, on the eve of the first Test. During the net session, youngster Shubman Gill opened the batting alongside Mayank Agarwal. It looks like the two will open the innings whereas Shreyas Iyer looks certain to debut and bat in the middle-order. ALSO READ | BCCI bans pork, beef in any form; Halal meat made complusory for Indian cricket team - Report On the other hand, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) named Suryakumar Yadav as Rahul's replacement. Either Shreyas Iyer or Suryakumar can make their Test debut but the former has an edge as he was in the squad in the first instance itself. NEWS - Suryakumar Yadav replaces KL Rahul in India's Test squad. KL Rahul has sustained a muscle strain on his left thigh and has been ruled out of the upcoming 2-match Paytm Test series against New Zealand. More details here -https://t.co/ChXVhBSb6H #INDvNZ @Paytm pic.twitter.com/uZp21Ybajx — BCCI (@BCCI) November 23, 2021 × ALSO READ | Mayank or Gill? Cheteshwar Pujara reveals which Indian batter will be in playing XI for 1st Test vs NZ India squad for the 1st Test vs New Zealand Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara (vice-captain), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), KS Bharat (wicket-keeper), Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Axar Patel, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav, Md. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna The big guns such as regular captain Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit Sharma are expected to return for the second and final Test, starting from December 3 in Mumbai.

KL Rahul ruled out of NZ Tests due to injury, Suryakumar Yadav named replacement

Rohit Sharma-led Team India demolished the second-stringed New Zealand side in the just-concluded T20Is at home, on Sunday evening (November 21). Taking an unassailable lead in the series post their win in the second and penultimate encounter, India went onto beat the Black Caps by a whopping 73-run margin at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata to seal the series 3-0.

While there were many positives for India, Suryakumar Yadav also played his part with a match-winning 62 (40) in the series opener. The right-hander did struggle in the last two outings, returning with scores of 1 and 0 respectively, but he is now likely to join the Ajinkya Rahane-led Test line-up for the upcoming two-match series versus the Kiwis.&nbsp;

"Suryakumar will be making a comeback to the Test team. He will join India’s Test team in Kanpur from Kolkata," a source told Mid-Day on Monday. For the unversed, the Mumbai Indians' (MI) star batsman was part of the Virat Kohli-led Indian Test team during their five-match series versus England, in the United Kingdom, but failed to get a game in the purest format. It will be interesting to see if the Rahul Dravid-led team management ropes him in the Test squad&nbsp;and gives him a game in the upcoming two matches.&nbsp;

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The Indian team for the first Test doesn't include some big names, such as regular captain Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, etc. Hence, Surya can get a chance in the series opener or even in the final encounter. However, the regulars are expected to return to the squad by then.&nbsp;

India squad for the 1st Test vs New Zealand

Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara (vice-captain), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), KS Bharat (wicket-keeper), Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Axar Patel, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav, Md. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna

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The upcoming Tests will give India another chance to move ahead in the points table in the ongoing second cycle of the World Test Championship (WTC). They had lost the coveted title to New Zealand in the summit clash of the inaugural WTC in mid-June early this year, in Southampton. Hence, the hosts have all to play for in the NZ Tests.

Rohit Sharma-led Team India demolished the second-stringed New Zealand side in the just-concluded T20Is at home, on Sunday evening (November 21). Taking an unassailable lead in the series post their win in the second and penultimate encounter, India went onto beat the Black Caps by a whopping 73-run margin at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata to seal the series 3-0.

Rohit Sharma-led Team India demolished the second-stringed New Zealand side in the just-concluded T20Is at home, on Sunday evening (November 21). Taking an unassailable lead in the series post their win in the second and penultimate encounter, India went onto beat the Black Caps by a whopping 73-run margin at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata to seal the series 3-0. While there were many positives for India, Suryakumar Yadav also played his part with a match-winning 62 (40) in the series opener. The right-hander did struggle in the last two outings, returning with scores of 1 and 0 respectively, but he is now likely to join the Ajinkya Rahane-led Test line-up for the upcoming two-match series versus the Kiwis. "Suryakumar will be making a comeback to the Test team. He will join India’s Test team in Kanpur from Kolkata," a source told Mid-Day on Monday. For the unversed, the Mumbai Indians' (MI) star batsman was part of the Virat Kohli-led Indian Test team during their five-match series versus England, in the United Kingdom, but failed to get a game in the purest format. It will be interesting to see if the Rahul Dravid-led team management ropes him in the Test squad and gives him a game in the upcoming two matches. ALSO READ | If you're trying to do something for the team, it will never go unnoticed, says Rohit Sharma post NZ T20Is The Indian team for the first Test doesn't include some big names, such as regular captain Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, etc. Hence, Surya can get a chance in the series opener or even in the final encounter. However, the regulars are expected to return to the squad by then. India squad for the 1st Test vs New Zealand Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara (vice-captain), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), KS Bharat (wicket-keeper), Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Axar Patel, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav, Md. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna ALSO READ | 'Not easy for NZ to...' - Rahul Dravid sympathises with Black Caps after India whitewash T20I series The upcoming Tests will give India another chance to move ahead in the points table in the ongoing second cycle of the World Test Championship (WTC). They had lost the coveted title to New Zealand in the summit clash of the inaugural WTC in mid-June early this year, in Southampton. Hence, the hosts have all to play for in the NZ Tests.

Team India's limited-overs specialist Suryakumar Yadav likely to join Test squad for NZ series: Report

India's Suryakumar Yadav, who scored 62 runs off 40 balls to help his side win the first of three-match T20I series against New Zealand on Wednesday (November 17), took a cheeky dig at pacer Trent Boult for a dropped catch.&nbsp;

New Zealand's pacer Boult and Indian batter Suryakumar play together for an Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Mumbai Indians (MI) as the latter thanked Boult for dropping a catch. He termed it as a "perfect gift" from his wife's birthday. &nbsp;

"It's my wife's birthday, a perfect gift from him," Suryakumar, who struck a half-century that helped India beat New Zealand by five wickets at Jaipur's Sawai Mansingh Stadium.&nbsp;

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For his blistering knock, the Indian batter won the Player of the Match award. While receiving the award, he said, "I have not been doing anything different, just being myself whatever I have doing since the last 3-4 years."

"I bat the same way in the nets and replicate the same in the middle. I try and put a lot of pressure on myself in the nets, for example, if I get out I just try to come out of the nets and try and think what better I could have done and it really helps when I play in the middle," he added.&nbsp;

India won the toss and invited New Zealand to bat first, as Martin Guptill (70 off 42) and Mark Chapman (63 off 50) helped New Zealand to post 164-6 in 20 overs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2/24) and Ravichandran Ashwin (2/23) were the main wicket-takers for India.&nbsp;

In reply, Suryakumar Yadav's fine fifty (62 off 40) and Rohit Sharma's important knock (48 off 36) helped India chase the target in the last over of their innings. Rishabh Pant, who hit the winning runs, scored 17 off 17 balls.&nbsp;

India's Suryakumar Yadav, who scored 62 runs off 40 balls to help his side win the first of three-match T20I series against New Zealand on Wednesday (November 17), took a cheeky dig at pacer Trent Boult for a dropped catch.

India's Suryakumar Yadav, who scored 62 runs off 40 balls to help his side win the first of three-match T20I series against New Zealand on Wednesday (November 17), took a cheeky dig at pacer Trent Boult for a dropped catch. New Zealand's pacer Boult and Indian batter Suryakumar play together for an Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Mumbai Indians (MI) as the latter thanked Boult for dropping a catch. He termed it as a "perfect gift" from his wife's birthday. "It's my wife's birthday, a perfect gift from him," Suryakumar, who struck a half-century that helped India beat New Zealand by five wickets at Jaipur's Sawai Mansingh Stadium. ALSO READ | PCB chief Ramiz Raja on the possibility of scheduling India vs Pakistan series For his blistering knock, the Indian batter won the Player of the Match award. While receiving the award, he said, "I have not been doing anything different, just being myself whatever I have doing since the last 3-4 years." "I bat the same way in the nets and replicate the same in the middle. I try and put a lot of pressure on myself in the nets, for example, if I get out I just try to come out of the nets and try and think what better I could have done and it really helps when I play in the middle," he added. India won the toss and invited New Zealand to bat first, as Martin Guptill (70 off 42) and Mark Chapman (63 off 50) helped New Zealand to post 164-6 in 20 overs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2/24) and Ravichandran Ashwin (2/23) were the main wicket-takers for India. In reply, Suryakumar Yadav's fine fifty (62 off 40) and Rohit Sharma's important knock (48 off 36) helped India chase the target in the last over of their innings. Rishabh Pant, who hit the winning runs, scored 17 off 17 balls.

IND vs NZ, 1st T20I: 'Perfect gift from Boult on my wife's birthday,' says Suryakumar Yadav on dropped catch

Indian captain Virat Kohli lost the toss and was asked to bat first as India locked horns with New Zealand in a must-win Super 12 clash in the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31). India lost their opening game against arch-rivals Pakistan by ten wickets and will be looking to bounce back to winning ways against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday.

While reports had claimed the Men in Blue are unlikely to make any changes in the playing XI for the New Zealand clash, captain Kohli confirmed two changes for India from their 10-wicket loss against Pakistan. Ishan Kishan will be replacing Suryakumar Yadav while Shardul Thakur has been roped in for Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the eleven.

Kohli confirmed replacing Suryakumar with Ishan was a forced change as the right-hander suffered a back spasm and had to sit out. The Indian skipper also confirmed that Ishan will be opening the batting with KL Rahul while Rohit will bat down the order.

"Two changes. One forced, Surya has a lower back spasm, so Ishan Kishan will replace him and open the batting. Shardul Thakur replaces Bhuvneshwar Kumar," Kohli said at the toss against New Zealand.

There had been many calls for the inclusion of Shardul in the playing XI after the pacer's impressive campaign for IPL 2021 champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK). While many had expected him to replace a struggling Hardik Pandya, Shardul has been brought in for Bhuvneshwar, who has struggled to find his rhythm for a while now.

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Shardul can also come in handy with the bat and will increase India's batting depth against New Zealand as he can take the bowlers to the cleaners on his day. India will be hopeful of sparking a turnaround in Dubai on Sunday and will expect a better show from the bowlers, who went wicket-less in their last game against Pakistan.

India have not won a game against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup so far with two defeats in two meetings and will be looking to bring an end to the losing streak in Dubai.

India's playing XI vs New Zealand:

Ishan Kishan, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah

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Indian captain Virat Kohli lost the toss and was asked to bat first as India locked horns with New Zealand in a must-win Super 12 clash in the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31).

Indian captain Virat Kohli lost the toss and was asked to bat first as India locked horns with New Zealand in a must-win Super 12 clash in the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31). India lost their opening game against arch-rivals Pakistan by ten wickets and will be looking to bounce back to winning ways against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday. While reports had claimed the Men in Blue are unlikely to make any changes in the playing XI for the New Zealand clash, captain Kohli confirmed two changes for India from their 10-wicket loss against Pakistan. Ishan Kishan will be replacing Suryakumar Yadav while Shardul Thakur has been roped in for Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the eleven. Kohli confirmed replacing Suryakumar with Ishan was a forced change as the right-hander suffered a back spasm and had to sit out. The Indian skipper also confirmed that Ishan will be opening the batting with KL Rahul while Rohit will bat down the order. "Two changes. One forced, Surya has a lower back spasm, so Ishan Kishan will replace him and open the batting. Shardul Thakur replaces Bhuvneshwar Kumar," Kohli said at the toss against New Zealand. There had been many calls for the inclusion of Shardul in the playing XI after the pacer's impressive campaign for IPL 2021 champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK). While many had expected him to replace a struggling Hardik Pandya, Shardul has been brought in for Bhuvneshwar, who has struggled to find his rhythm for a while now. Also Read: Winless in 18 years! Can Virat Kohli-led India break the jinx against New Zealand in ICC events Shardul can also come in handy with the bat and will increase India's batting depth against New Zealand as he can take the bowlers to the cleaners on his day. India will be hopeful of sparking a turnaround in Dubai on Sunday and will expect a better show from the bowlers, who went wicket-less in their last game against Pakistan. India have not won a game against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup so far with two defeats in two meetings and will be looking to bring an end to the losing streak in Dubai. India's playing XI vs New Zealand: Ishan Kishan, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah

Ishan replaces Suryakumar, Shardul in for Bhuvneshwar as India take on New Zealand in T20 WC 2021

Virat Kohli-led Team India will begin their T20 World Cup 2021 campaign, in the UAE, with their tournament-opener versus Pakistan, on October 24 (Sunday) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. India are placed in a tricky group, i.e. Pool B, and will have to be on their toes to march ahead into the semi-finals.

It, however, goes without saying that Kohli-led India will start as one of the favourites for the ICC event as they have plenty of match-winners. The Men in Blue are aiming for their second title in the T20 WC and have plethora of star players in their arsenal, such as KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma, Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Shardul Thakur, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, etc.

Among plenty of match-winners in India's line-up, the former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram named SKY as the gamechanger for Team India. "India have found a player in Suryakumar Yadav. I think he will change the game after those 6 overs in time to come. I have seen his shots. He was with me at KKR as well, now he has improved as a cricketer. He plays his shots, safe shots and doesn't stop. So, he needs to go the way he has been playing in his career," Akram said on the ‘Salaam Cricket’ show on Sports Tak.

Suryakumar, following three successive IPL seasons for Mumbai Indians (MI), made his international debut early this year. He has already made heads turn with his ability to play shots all around the ground and maintain a healthy strike-rate at the top of the order.

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For the unversed, India's group comprises New Zealand, Afghanistan and Scotland as well, apart from Babar Azam-led Pakistan, whereas one among Ireland or Namibia will join them post the qualifying round.&nbsp;The Men in Blue will aim to replicate their 2007 T20 WC success this time around and also have MS Dhoni as the team mentor.

Will Kohli sign off as a T20I captain with an ICC title? Only time will tell...

Virat Kohli-led Team India will begin their T20 World Cup 2021 campaign, in the UAE, with their tournament-opener versus Pakistan, on October 24 (Sunday) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

Virat Kohli-led Team India will begin their T20 World Cup 2021 campaign, in the UAE, with their tournament-opener versus Pakistan, on October 24 (Sunday) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. India are placed in a tricky group, i.e. Pool B, and will have to be on their toes to march ahead into the semi-finals. It, however, goes without saying that Kohli-led India will start as one of the favourites for the ICC event as they have plenty of match-winners. The Men in Blue are aiming for their second title in the T20 WC and have plethora of star players in their arsenal, such as KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma, Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Shardul Thakur, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, etc. Among plenty of match-winners in India's line-up, the former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram named SKY as the gamechanger for Team India. "India have found a player in Suryakumar Yadav. I think he will change the game after those 6 overs in time to come. I have seen his shots. He was with me at KKR as well, now he has improved as a cricketer. He plays his shots, safe shots and doesn't stop. So, he needs to go the way he has been playing in his career," Akram said on the ‘Salaam Cricket’ show on Sports Tak. Suryakumar, following three successive IPL seasons for Mumbai Indians (MI), made his international debut early this year. He has already made heads turn with his ability to play shots all around the ground and maintain a healthy strike-rate at the top of the order. ALSO READ | 'Past is history': Babar Azam on India's unbeaten record against Pakistan in World Cups For the unversed, India's group comprises New Zealand, Afghanistan and Scotland as well, apart from Babar Azam-led Pakistan, whereas one among Ireland or Namibia will join them post the qualifying round. The Men in Blue will aim to replicate their 2007 T20 WC success this time around and also have MS Dhoni as the team mentor. Will Kohli sign off as a T20I captain with an ICC title? Only time will tell...

Not Hardik Pandya or Rishabh Pant! Wasim Akram names India's gamechanger ahead of Pakistan T20 WC face-off

Mumbai Indians (MI) stars Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan have both been out of form in the UAE leg of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021. Their struggles in the middle-order has become a concern for Mumbai Indians as the Rohit Sharma-led side remains at the seventh spot on the points table at present, with little chance of making it to the playoffs.

Suryakumar, who has been one of the consistent run-getters for Mumbai Indians over the past few years, has managed to notch up 222 runs in 12 matches so far and his failure to deliver has cost the side dearly in crucial matches in UAE. Kishan, on the other hand, has been dropped from the playing XI after a string of poor performances.

The left-hand wicket-keeper batsman has so far played only eight matches this season and has scored only 107 runs. Both Kishan and Suryaumar had earned their maiden India caps earlier this year, riding on their super show in the IPL. They have also been named in India's squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2021.

However, their poor form in the UAE leg of IPL 2021 ahead of the World Cup has raised concerns for the Indian team as well. Batting legend and former India captain Sunil Gavaskar feels both Ishan and Suryakumar have become relaxed after their India debuts and need to give themselves some time out in the middle to avoid making wrong shot selections.

“I think it looks to me like, Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan have just relaxed a little bit after getting the India cap. They might not have, but some of the shots they are playing – it looks like they are trying to play these big shots just because they are India players,"&nbsp;said Gavaskar on Star Sports show Cricket Connected.

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"Sometimes what happens is, you gotta give yourself a little bit of time, and you gotta get your shot selection right. And I think that is where they have missed this time around, where their shot selection has not been exactly correct, and that’s why they’ve got out cheaply," he added.

Mumbai Indians have 10 points from 12 matches so far this season but their net run rate is the worst among all four teams in contentions for the final spot in the playoffs. They will face Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad in their remaining two matches to ensure a spot in the top four. 
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Mumbai Indians (MI) stars Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan have both been out of form in the UAE leg of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021. Their struggles in the middle-order has become a concern for Mumbai Indians as the Rohit Sharma-led side remains at the seventh spot on the points table at present, with little chance of making it to the playoffs.

Mumbai Indians (MI) stars Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan have both been out of form in the UAE leg of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021. Their struggles in the middle-order has become a concern for Mumbai Indians as the Rohit Sharma-led side remains at the seventh spot on the points table at present, with little chance of making it to the playoffs. Suryakumar, who has been one of the consistent run-getters for Mumbai Indians over the past few years, has managed to notch up 222 runs in 12 matches so far and his failure to deliver has cost the side dearly in crucial matches in UAE. Kishan, on the other hand, has been dropped from the playing XI after a string of poor performances. The left-hand wicket-keeper batsman has so far played only eight matches this season and has scored only 107 runs. Both Kishan and Suryaumar had earned their maiden India caps earlier this year, riding on their super show in the IPL. They have also been named in India's squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2021. However, their poor form in the UAE leg of IPL 2021 ahead of the World Cup has raised concerns for the Indian team as well. Batting legend and former India captain Sunil Gavaskar feels both Ishan and Suryakumar have become relaxed after their India debuts and need to give themselves some time out in the middle to avoid making wrong shot selections. “I think it looks to me like, Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan have just relaxed a little bit after getting the India cap. They might not have, but some of the shots they are playing – it looks like they are trying to play these big shots just because they are India players," said Gavaskar on Star Sports show Cricket Connected. Also Read: New IPL teams likely to be sold for INR 30-35 billion, mega auction can take place in December: Punjab Kings co-owner "Sometimes what happens is, you gotta give yourself a little bit of time, and you gotta get your shot selection right. And I think that is where they have missed this time around, where their shot selection has not been exactly correct, and that’s why they’ve got out cheaply," he added. Mumbai Indians have 10 points from 12 matches so far this season but their net run rate is the worst among all four teams in contentions for the final spot in the playoffs. They will face Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad in their remaining two matches to ensure a spot in the top four.

Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan have relaxed after getting India cap: Sunil Gavaskar on MI stars' struggles in IPL 2021

IPL 2021: From David Warner to KL Rahul! 5 captaincy options for RCB as Virat Kohli set to step down

Former India cricketer and cricket expert Sanjay Manjrekar has backed two Mumbai Indians (MI) stars as potential captaincy replacements for Virat Kohli after he steps down as the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) post the conclusion of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season. Manjrekar has made a couple of surprising picks for RCB captaincy post Kohli.

Kohli has already announced that he will be stepping down as the captain of the franchise after the end of the ongoing season. While many believe AB de Villiers should get a chance to lead the side, Manjrekar believes De Villiers should not be Kohli's successor as he is already in the twilight of his career.

Manjrekar named a total of three players who he feels will be ideal replacements for Kohli as RCB captain. He picked two Mumbai Indians players - Kieron Pollard and Suryakumar Yadav along with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) star David Warner to become the next RCB skipper.

"How many years could you get out of AB de Villiers as the captain? So I would like to have someone who has at least three years to offer. Pollard is one guy who has the leadership qualities. Suryakumar Yadav and David Warner are my three contenders," Manjrekar said in a video on ESPN Cricinfo.

Pollard has led Mumbai Indians on several occasions in the absence of Rohit Sharma while Suryakumar was the vice-captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders during his stint with the side under Gautam Gambhir's captaincy. Warner, who has led Sunrsiers Hyderabad to their only IPL title, was sacked from captaincy last season and can be a terrific replacement for Kohli.

Kohli's RCB currently find themselves on the third spot on the points table after a six-wicket defeat at the hands of Chennai Super Kings on Friday. Kohli will be hoping to end on a high and help his side clinch their maiden IPL title before stepping down as the captain.

Former India cricketer and cricket expert Sanjay Manjrekar has backed two Mumbai Indians (MI) stars as potential captaincy replacements for Virat Kohli after he steps down as the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) post the conclusion of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season.

Former India cricketer and cricket expert Sanjay Manjrekar has backed two Mumbai Indians (MI) stars as potential captaincy replacements for Virat Kohli after he steps down as the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) post the conclusion of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season. Manjrekar has made a couple of surprising picks for RCB captaincy post Kohli. Kohli has already announced that he will be stepping down as the captain of the franchise after the end of the ongoing season. While many believe AB de Villiers should get a chance to lead the side, Manjrekar believes De Villiers should not be Kohli's successor as he is already in the twilight of his career. Manjrekar named a total of three players who he feels will be ideal replacements for Kohli as RCB captain. He picked two Mumbai Indians players - Kieron Pollard and Suryakumar Yadav along with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) star David Warner to become the next RCB skipper. "How many years could you get out of AB de Villiers as the captain? So I would like to have someone who has at least three years to offer. Pollard is one guy who has the leadership qualities. Suryakumar Yadav and David Warner are my three contenders," Manjrekar said in a video on ESPN Cricinfo. Pollard has led Mumbai Indians on several occasions in the absence of Rohit Sharma while Suryakumar was the vice-captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders during his stint with the side under Gautam Gambhir's captaincy. Warner, who has led Sunrsiers Hyderabad to their only IPL title, was sacked from captaincy last season and can be a terrific replacement for Kohli. Kohli's RCB currently find themselves on the third spot on the points table after a six-wicket defeat at the hands of Chennai Super Kings on Friday. Kohli will be hoping to end on a high and help his side clinch their maiden IPL title before stepping down as the captain.

Suryakumar Yadav or Kieron Pollard: Sanjay Manjrekar names surprise picks as future RCB captain after Virat Kohli

Former Indian opener and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Gautam Gambhir had a successful stint as the KKR franchise's skipper from 2011-2017. Under his captaincy, KKR won the title twice -- in 2012 and 2014 -- and saw plenty of players go onto make a name for themselves.

Recently, Gambhir revealed the biggest regret that he has during his KKR captaincy tenure. Under Gambhir, Suryakumar Yadav made a name as a finisher and was an integral part of the KKR setup. However, the former Indian opener feels KKR's inability to promote SKY up the order and maximise his potential, during his leadership, remains his biggest regret.

Speaking on&nbsp;Star Sports, Gambhir&nbsp;said:&nbsp;"The only regret I have is not pushing Suryakumar Yadav at No. 3. There were players like Manish Pandey and Yusuf Pathan, and so we had to always use him as a finisher. A lot of players go on from one franchise to another. From KKR's point of view, this has to be KKR's biggest loss, letting go of Suryakumar Yadav."

"He is someone whom we groomed for four years and then let him go and now he is at the peak of his career. Because we couldn't give him that position (NO. 3), he was not able to get those 400-500 runs in a season, batting at No. 7. Someone's loss is someone else's massive gain. And that is exactly what happened with Mumbai Indians. KKR let go of him and now he has become a mainstay of MI's batting line-up," Gambhir added.

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At present, SKY remains a vital cog in Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) setup. He has crossed the 400-run mark in the previous three IPL editions and is a mainstay in the Mumbai camp. He has also established himself as a limited-overs batsman for Team India.

Former Indian opener and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Gautam Gambhir had a successful stint as the KKR franchise's skipper from 2011-2017. Under his captaincy, KKR won the title twice -- in 2012 and 2014 -- and saw plenty of players go onto make a name for themselves.

Former Indian opener and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Gautam Gambhir had a successful stint as the KKR franchise's skipper from 2011-2017. Under his captaincy, KKR won the title twice -- in 2012 and 2014 -- and saw plenty of players go onto make a name for themselves. Recently, Gambhir revealed the biggest regret that he has during his KKR captaincy tenure. Under Gambhir, Suryakumar Yadav made a name as a finisher and was an integral part of the KKR setup. However, the former Indian opener feels KKR's inability to promote SKY up the order and maximise his potential, during his leadership, remains his biggest regret. Speaking on Star Sports, Gambhir said: "The only regret I have is not pushing Suryakumar Yadav at No. 3. There were players like Manish Pandey and Yusuf Pathan, and so we had to always use him as a finisher. A lot of players go on from one franchise to another. From KKR's point of view, this has to be KKR's biggest loss, letting go of Suryakumar Yadav." "He is someone whom we groomed for four years and then let him go and now he is at the peak of his career. Because we couldn't give him that position (NO. 3), he was not able to get those 400-500 runs in a season, batting at No. 7. Someone's loss is someone else's massive gain. And that is exactly what happened with Mumbai Indians. KKR let go of him and now he has become a mainstay of MI's batting line-up," Gambhir added. ALSO READ |IPL 14: Gautam Gambhir decodes MS Dhoni's struggles, reveals why CSK skipper is finding it difficult to be among runs At present, SKY remains a vital cog in Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) setup. He has crossed the 400-run mark in the previous three IPL editions and is a mainstay in the Mumbai camp. He has also established himself as a limited-overs batsman for Team India.

'Not pushing Suryakumar Yadav...' - Gautam Gambhir reveals biggest regret during successful stint as KKR captain

Batsman Suryakumar Yadav feels great after joining the training sessions at the Mumbai Indians ahead of the second leg of IPL 2021 in the UAE, which is scheduled to start on September 19.&nbsp;

In a video posted on Friday (September 17) by the franchise, Yadav said, "It feels great to be back here. I feel I was here only for last 6-8 months. It feels the same, coming in from the dressing room, going into the net area, batting against the same bowlers, same guys with the stick."

"A little challenging for first 6-7 days and obviously today. As we were playing in, I guess 18-20 degrees over there (England) and here it is close to 40 degrees. So, it will be a challenge. But our management is taking quite good care of it. Nice hydration process being slipped over our room. Really looking forward to the first game," concluded Yadav.

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Apart from Yadav, captain Rohit Sharma and pacer Jasprit Bumrah also joined the practice sessions after completing the six-day hotel quarantine post their arrival from the UK.&nbsp;

Indian Premier League 2021 was halted midway because of the emergence of COVID-19 cases in bio-bubbles when the tournament was underway in India in May. &nbsp;

Defending champions Mumbai Indians will take on Chennai Super Kings in the first match of the second leg of IPL 2021 in Dubai on September 19. They are currently at fourth place in the points table with eight points from seven matches.

Batsman Suryakumar Yadav feels great after joining the training sessions at the Mumbai Indians ahead of the second leg of IPL 2021 in the UAE, which is scheduled to start on September 19.

Batsman Suryakumar Yadav feels great after joining the training sessions at the Mumbai Indians ahead of the second leg of IPL 2021 in the UAE, which is scheduled to start on September 19. In a video posted on Friday (September 17) by the franchise, Yadav said, "It feels great to be back here. I feel I was here only for last 6-8 months. It feels the same, coming in from the dressing room, going into the net area, batting against the same bowlers, same guys with the stick." "A little challenging for first 6-7 days and obviously today. As we were playing in, I guess 18-20 degrees over there (England) and here it is close to 40 degrees. So, it will be a challenge. But our management is taking quite good care of it. Nice hydration process being slipped over our room. Really looking forward to the first game," concluded Yadav. ALSO READ | 'National Commitment continues' - CSK pay tribute as 'Thala' MS Dhoni's name crops up in defence committee for NCC 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲. 𝐀𝐫𝐞. 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤. 🔥💙#OneFamily #MumbaiIndians #IPL2021 #KhelTakaTak @surya_14kumar @ImRo45 @Jaspritbumrah93 @MXTakaTak MI TV pic.twitter.com/0NN11fGp4V — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) September 17, 2021 × Apart from Yadav, captain Rohit Sharma and pacer Jasprit Bumrah also joined the practice sessions after completing the six-day hotel quarantine post their arrival from the UK. Indian Premier League 2021 was halted midway because of the emergence of COVID-19 cases in bio-bubbles when the tournament was underway in India in May. Defending champions Mumbai Indians will take on Chennai Super Kings in the first match of the second leg of IPL 2021 in Dubai on September 19. They are currently at fourth place in the points table with eight points from seven matches.

IPL 2021: Mumbai Indians' Suryakumar Yadav says, 'It feels great to be back here'

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma, pacer Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav along with their families arrived in UAE on Saturday (September 11) to play the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021.&nbsp;

The trio was in the UK for India's five-match Test series against England of which the fifth and final being cancelled due to the emergence of COVID-19 cases in the Indian camp. The series tied at 2-1 in India's favour with the result of fifth remains unclear.&nbsp;

After arriving in UAE, the players will now undergo six days of quarantine and then will link up with the Mumbai Indians squad.&nbsp;

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The official site of the franchise released a statement, which read, "Mumbai Indians flew in three of its Indian contingent members, captain Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Suryakumar Yadav, to Abu Dhabi on a private charter flight."

"The trio, along with their families, arrived today morning and will now undergo 6 days hard quarantine, starting today as per the IPL’s guidelines," it added.&nbsp;

"All members had returned negative RT PCR results before departure. A new RT PCR test was undertaken upon arrival at Abu Dhabi, which came out negative as well, "it further added. \

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The 14th season of the IPL, which was postponed in May this year in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, will resume on September 19 in Dubai with a blockbuster clash between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.&nbsp;

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma, pacer Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav along with their families arrived in UAE on Saturday (September 11) to play the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021.

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma, pacer Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav along with their families arrived in UAE on Saturday (September 11) to play the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021. The trio was in the UK for India's five-match Test series against England of which the fifth and final being cancelled due to the emergence of COVID-19 cases in the Indian camp. The series tied at 2-1 in India's favour with the result of fifth remains unclear. After arriving in UAE, the players will now undergo six days of quarantine and then will link up with the Mumbai Indians squad. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Chris Woakes pull out with quarantine rule being one of the reasons The official site of the franchise released a statement, which read, "Mumbai Indians flew in three of its Indian contingent members, captain Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Suryakumar Yadav, to Abu Dhabi on a private charter flight." "The trio, along with their families, arrived today morning and will now undergo 6 days hard quarantine, starting today as per the IPL’s guidelines," it added. "All members had returned negative RT PCR results before departure. A new RT PCR test was undertaken upon arrival at Abu Dhabi, which came out negative as well, "it further added. \ IN PICS | From Harshal Patel to Chris Morris: Best bowling spells of IPL 2021 The franchise also shared some pictures of its official Twitter handle, here's a look at them: It's BOOM o' clock in Abu Dhabi 💥 Welcome back, JB & Sanjana! 💙#OneFamily #MumbaiIndians #IPL2021 @SanjanaGanesan @Jaspritbumrah93 pic.twitter.com/UYylOOPZ7j — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) September 11, 2021 × 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡 Aala Re! 💙 Welcome home, Ro, Ritika and Sammy 🤩#OneFamily #MumbaiIndians #IPL2021 @ImRo45 @ritssajdeh pic.twitter.com/r8mrDocVvc — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) September 11, 2021 × 🚨 #MumbaiIndians flew in three of its Indian contingent members, captain Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Suryakumar Yadav, to Abu Dhabi on a private charter flight. 📰 Read the official statement here ⬇️#OneFamily #IPL2021https://t.co/bC5is84F4S — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) September 11, 2021 × The 14th season of the IPL, which was postponed in May this year in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, will resume on September 19 in Dubai with a blockbuster clash between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.

IPL 2021: Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav arrive in Abu Dhabi

India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup was finally announced on Wednesday (September 8). The Men in Blue, under the leadership of Virat Kohli, will kick off the campaign by taking on arch-rivals Pakistan. &nbsp;There were several surprise additions and exclusions in the 15-man squad.&nbsp;

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Ravi Ashwin's return to the T20 side and MS Dhoni being named the mentor were two huge talking points of the announcement. However, former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir talked about another big name that could leave a huge impact on the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup.&nbsp;

Gautam Gambhir feels that Suryakumar Yadav will prove to be a useful option at the No.4 batting option.&nbsp;

"Surya is a completely different class, as compared to Shreyas Iyer, he is much more versatile, he is much more unorthodox as well. In T20 cricket, you need people that are unorthodox; you want people who can hit that ball in different areas, and that is what T20 cricket is all about," Gambhir said on the Star Sports Show 'Follow The Blues – India's T20 World Cup Squad Special.

"He can lap you, he can late cut you, he can hit you over extra cover; he’s got all the shots, especially at No.4, because sometimes No.4 is the most tricky position to bat in T20 cricket, probably the easiest is the top three, but No.4, because you might be in when you have lost two early wickets and you still want to continue the momentum."

"Sometimes you come into the middle, when you have got what... 130 for 2, and you have got to continue with the momentum. So, Surya's got both kinds of change, which probably Shreyas Iyer doesn't have. And again, you have to be mindful that he is coming after a serious injury and you never know what kind of a form he would be in the second leg of IPL as well. So, they've gone with someone, who has done really well, since he has gone into international cricket," the former India opener added.

India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup was finally announced on Wednesday (September 8). The Men in Blue, under the leadership of Virat Kohli, will kick off the campaign by taking on arch-rivals Pakistan.

India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup was finally announced on Wednesday (September 8). The Men in Blue, under the leadership of Virat Kohli, will kick off the campaign by taking on arch-rivals Pakistan. There were several surprise additions and exclusions in the 15-man squad. ALSO READ: Man United-Lancashire Cricket's interaction wins the internet as Manchester is buzzing with Virat Kohli-Cristiano Ronaldo's presence Ravi Ashwin's return to the T20 side and MS Dhoni being named the mentor were two huge talking points of the announcement. However, former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir talked about another big name that could leave a huge impact on the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup. Gautam Gambhir feels that Suryakumar Yadav will prove to be a useful option at the No.4 batting option. "Surya is a completely different class, as compared to Shreyas Iyer, he is much more versatile, he is much more unorthodox as well. In T20 cricket, you need people that are unorthodox; you want people who can hit that ball in different areas, and that is what T20 cricket is all about," Gambhir said on the Star Sports Show 'Follow The Blues – India's T20 World Cup Squad Special. "He can lap you, he can late cut you, he can hit you over extra cover; he’s got all the shots, especially at No.4, because sometimes No.4 is the most tricky position to bat in T20 cricket, probably the easiest is the top three, but No.4, because you might be in when you have lost two early wickets and you still want to continue the momentum." "Sometimes you come into the middle, when you have got what... 130 for 2, and you have got to continue with the momentum. So, Surya's got both kinds of change, which probably Shreyas Iyer doesn't have. And again, you have to be mindful that he is coming after a serious injury and you never know what kind of a form he would be in the second leg of IPL as well. So, they've gone with someone, who has done really well, since he has gone into international cricket," the former India opener added.

'Surya is a completely different class, as compared to Shreyas Iyer': Gautam Gambhir

Team India beat England on Day 5 of the fourth and penultimate Test by a comfortable margin of 157 runs, in defence of 368. While the day's play started with all three results possible, with England being 77 for no loss, Indian bowlers led the charge -- especially after the lunch break -- to dismiss Joe Root-led hosts for 210, from being 141-2 at one stage.

Virat Kohli &amp; Co. have now taken an unassailable lead (2-1) in the five-match series and will aim for a series win when the fifth and final Test starts, on September 10 (Friday).

The visitors showed strong character to script their way back into the fourth Test, after being all-out for 191 in the first essay and providing a 99-run lead, and will be delighted with their overall effort. The likes of Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Cheteshwar Pujara, Kohli (mainly for his captaincy), Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, Shardul Thakur, Umesh Yadav contributed for the win, however, vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane's failures continued.

Rahane's last ton came in the India-Australia Tests Down Under, in 2020-21, and the right-hander has remained inconsistent. He has crossed the 50-run mark only once in his last 10 innings as calls are rife for his omission. Amid all this, Sanjay Manjrekar has called for his exclusion for the fifth Test.

Speaking on Sony Sports, Manjrekar told, "You have an obligation to the guys waiting in the wings. That's how you look at Indian cricket. If I wasn't dropped, people like (Rahul) Dravid and all those guys would not have come in Hanuma Vihari first and maybe Suryakumar Yadav. Very often you are surprised by players who are out in the reserves because you haven't seen them and Ajinkya Rahane is not exuding confidence."

"If he [Rahane] gets another game, he is a very lucky batter. I wish a lot of the other batters in the past were living in this era. He has got a very long rope. If he gets another game, that's great for him. It's not like when you give him more opportunities, he is starting to look better. The most worrying thing is that he gets an innings which you think will trigger him back into form but that never happens. So, he will be very lucky if he gets one," he added.

It will be interesting to see if the Indian team management continue to back Rahane. The fifth and final Test starts from September 10, at Old Trafford, Manchester, with the momentum firmly in India's favour. 
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Team India beat England on Day 5 of the fourth and penultimate Test by a comfortable margin of 157 runs, in defence of 368. While the day's play started with all three results possible, with England being 77 for no loss, Indian bowlers led the charge -- especially after the lunch break -- to dismiss Joe Root-led hosts for 210, from being 141-2 at one stage.

Team India beat England on Day 5 of the fourth and penultimate Test by a comfortable margin of 157 runs, in defence of 368. While the day's play started with all three results possible, with England being 77 for no loss, Indian bowlers led the charge -- especially after the lunch break -- to dismiss Joe Root-led hosts for 210, from being 141-2 at one stage. Virat Kohli & Co. have now taken an unassailable lead (2-1) in the five-match series and will aim for a series win when the fifth and final Test starts, on September 10 (Friday). The visitors showed strong character to script their way back into the fourth Test, after being all-out for 191 in the first essay and providing a 99-run lead, and will be delighted with their overall effort. The likes of Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Cheteshwar Pujara, Kohli (mainly for his captaincy), Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, Shardul Thakur, Umesh Yadav contributed for the win, however, vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane's failures continued. Rahane's last ton came in the India-Australia Tests Down Under, in 2020-21, and the right-hander has remained inconsistent. He has crossed the 50-run mark only once in his last 10 innings as calls are rife for his omission. Amid all this, Sanjay Manjrekar has called for his exclusion for the fifth Test. Speaking on Sony Sports, Manjrekar told, "You have an obligation to the guys waiting in the wings. That's how you look at Indian cricket. If I wasn't dropped, people like (Rahul) Dravid and all those guys would not have come in Hanuma Vihari first and maybe Suryakumar Yadav. Very often you are surprised by players who are out in the reserves because you haven't seen them and Ajinkya Rahane is not exuding confidence." "If he [Rahane] gets another game, he is a very lucky batter. I wish a lot of the other batters in the past were living in this era. He has got a very long rope. If he gets another game, that's great for him. It's not like when you give him more opportunities, he is starting to look better. The most worrying thing is that he gets an innings which you think will trigger him back into form but that never happens. So, he will be very lucky if he gets one," he added. It will be interesting to see if the Indian team management continue to back Rahane. The fifth and final Test starts from September 10, at Old Trafford, Manchester, with the momentum firmly in India's favour.

If I wasn't dropped, Rahul Dravid and others wouldn't have come in: Sanjay Manjrekar calls for Ajinkya Rahane's omission

Cheteshwar Pujara has been struggling to score for India lately. The batsman's form has become a concern for India as his average is down to 31 since 2018, which is significantly lower than his career average of 45.

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Pujara has not been able to perform in the England tour. The batsman has put a disappointing show till now with scores like &nbsp;4, 12* and 9 so far.&nbsp;

Former Pakistan skipper Salman Butt feels that Team India could give chance to Suryakumar Yadav instead of Cheteshwar Pujara in the next match, but he said that it all depends on Virat Kohli and the coach.&nbsp;

“Pujara is struggling. The conditions are also tough. If India want, they can give Suryakumar Yadav a chance. It all depends on what Virat Kohli thinks, what the coach thinks,” Butt said on his YouTube channel.

However, Butt felt that it is too early for the Men in Blue to drop the experienced Cheteshwar Pujara.&nbsp;

“As of now, three innings have been played. I feel it is too early to bring in a youngster in such testing conditions. It will be a really tough task for him. Pujara, on the other hand, is dependable and he has performed before in these conditions. He has failed so far but let’s give him one more Test,” he said.

Suryakumar Yadav and Prithvi Shaw were called in to replace the injured openers, but, KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma have found their rhythm and put up a strong opening stand in the first two Test matches.&nbsp;

“For any youngster coming one-down, facing James Anderson and the other bowlers… England have a very good attack and the conditions are quite difficult. Look at the England players. Playing at home, the top three are hardly able to do anything substantial,” Butt pointed out.

“Both Pujara and Rahane are India’s top-class players. Sadly, they are not in form. But if you replace someone in the middle of the series, this is only the second Test, the pressure increases on the dropped player as well as on the one who is coming in. It will not be easy for another batter to come in and perform in English conditions. They (Pujara and Rahane) have played three innings so far and, according to me, it is too early to replace them,” he added.

Cheteshwar Pujara has been struggling to score for India lately. The batsman's form has become a concern for India as his average is down to 31 since 2018, which is significantly lower than his career average of 45.

Cheteshwar Pujara has been struggling to score for India lately. The batsman's form has become a concern for India as his average is down to 31 since 2018, which is significantly lower than his career average of 45. ALSO READ: India Independence - From Olympics to Cricket: When 'free India' shined in the world of Sports Pujara has not been able to perform in the England tour. The batsman has put a disappointing show till now with scores like 4, 12* and 9 so far. Former Pakistan skipper Salman Butt feels that Team India could give chance to Suryakumar Yadav instead of Cheteshwar Pujara in the next match, but he said that it all depends on Virat Kohli and the coach. “Pujara is struggling. The conditions are also tough. If India want, they can give Suryakumar Yadav a chance. It all depends on what Virat Kohli thinks, what the coach thinks,” Butt said on his YouTube channel. However, Butt felt that it is too early for the Men in Blue to drop the experienced Cheteshwar Pujara. “As of now, three innings have been played. I feel it is too early to bring in a youngster in such testing conditions. It will be a really tough task for him. Pujara, on the other hand, is dependable and he has performed before in these conditions. He has failed so far but let’s give him one more Test,” he said. Suryakumar Yadav and Prithvi Shaw were called in to replace the injured openers, but, KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma have found their rhythm and put up a strong opening stand in the first two Test matches. “For any youngster coming one-down, facing James Anderson and the other bowlers… England have a very good attack and the conditions are quite difficult. Look at the England players. Playing at home, the top three are hardly able to do anything substantial,” Butt pointed out. “Both Pujara and Rahane are India’s top-class players. Sadly, they are not in form. But if you replace someone in the middle of the series, this is only the second Test, the pressure increases on the dropped player as well as on the one who is coming in. It will not be easy for another batter to come in and perform in English conditions. They (Pujara and Rahane) have played three innings so far and, according to me, it is too early to replace them,” he added.

Former Pakistan skipper feels this Indian youngster can replace 'struggling' Cheteshwar Pujara

India took a 1-0 lead in their three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka by crushing the home side by 38 runs on Sunday. They ruled their adversaries to win the series opener easily.&nbsp;

For Sri Lanka, it is a chance to approach the series and head into the third match that will be the series decider. Yet, generally, this series is tied in with getting an opportunity to test their backbone ahead of the ICC World T20.&nbsp;

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<h2>Sri Lanka&nbsp;</h2>

24-year-old Charith Asalanka, one of the finds of the series for Sri Lanka, is likewise doubtful to play on Tuesday because of a hamstring injury he endured an injury during the first T20I. Lahiru Udara could make his debut.&nbsp;

Bhanuka Rajapaksa, who was struck on the finger by Hardik Pandya during his game dominating 65 in the third ODI, has been ruled out of the entire series.&nbsp;

All-rounder Ishan Jayaratne could likewise make his debut. While Akila Dananjaya ought to get another game, Praveen Jayawickrama's form in the third ODI allows him a thin opportunity of making it to the XI.&nbsp;

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<h2>India&nbsp;</h2>

Hardik Pandya's exhibitions in this series haven't been that incredible, and there have been calls to drop him from the team. Although, considering the equilibrium he brings to this team and his capability with the bat, India should endure with him.

The bowling department is strong.&nbsp;Bhuvneshwar Kumar appears to have discovered the touch in his death bowling and spinners have been tight and viable.&nbsp;

Given the type of the bowlers and the capability in the batting, India will indeed be throwing questions at the hosts who might have the overwhelming errand of taking the series to the last game.

India took a 1-0 lead in their three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka by crushing the home side by 38 runs on Sunday. They ruled their adversaries to win the series opener easily.

India took a 1-0 lead in their three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka by crushing the home side by 38 runs on Sunday. They ruled their adversaries to win the series opener easily. For Sri Lanka, it is a chance to approach the series and head into the third match that will be the series decider. Yet, generally, this series is tied in with getting an opportunity to test their backbone ahead of the ICC World T20. ALSO READ: Cricket: Ajinkya Rahane showing signs of recovery from the hamstring niggle Sri Lanka 24-year-old Charith Asalanka, one of the finds of the series for Sri Lanka, is likewise doubtful to play on Tuesday because of a hamstring injury he endured an injury during the first T20I. Lahiru Udara could make his debut. Bhanuka Rajapaksa, who was struck on the finger by Hardik Pandya during his game dominating 65 in the third ODI, has been ruled out of the entire series. All-rounder Ishan Jayaratne could likewise make his debut. While Akila Dananjaya ought to get another game, Praveen Jayawickrama's form in the third ODI allows him a thin opportunity of making it to the XI. ALSO READ: 'If you can't chase 160 at home, where will you?': Ramiz Raja thrashes Sri Lanka India Hardik Pandya's exhibitions in this series haven't been that incredible, and there have been calls to drop him from the team. Although, considering the equilibrium he brings to this team and his capability with the bat, India should endure with him. The bowling department is strong. Bhuvneshwar Kumar appears to have discovered the touch in his death bowling and spinners have been tight and viable. Given the type of the bowlers and the capability in the batting, India will indeed be throwing questions at the hosts who might have the overwhelming errand of taking the series to the last game.

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BCCI on Monday affirmed Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav as replacements for the injured players. Both Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav, who are right now with the limited-overs side in Sri Lanka, will travel to England to join the Test squad for the Test series against England.

"All-rounder Washington Sundar had taken an injection on his right-hand bowling finger. However, his recovery will take longer than expected and he is not bowling-fit. He is ruled out of the remainder of the tour," the statement read.

"Fast bowler Avesh Khan suffered a blow to his left thumb on Day 1 of the warm-up game. He was taken for an X-Ray and the result confirmed a fracture. A specialist was consulted for further management of his injury. He is ruled out of India’s Tour of England."

"The All-India Senior Selection Committee has named Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav as replacements," said BCCI in a press release.

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The Indian cricket board additionally mentioned Shubman Gill's fitness status. Shubman has been ruled out of the five-match Test series beginning on August 4 because of a strain injury on his leg in the World Test Championship final.&nbsp;

"Opening batsman Shubman Gill sustained a developing stress reaction on his left lower leg during the World Test Championship final. This was confirmed via an MRI scan. He is ruled out of the tour and has returned back to India," BCCI said.

Rishabh Pant has recuperated from COVID-19 with two negative RT-PCR tests. He has joined the team back and has started his preparations for the impending Test series.&nbsp;

Additionally, Bharat Arun, wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha, and opener Abhimanyu Easwaran have finished their self-quarantine in London and have now joined Team India in Durham.&nbsp;

India squad for England Tests: Rohit Sharma, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli (Captain), Ajinkya Rahane (bad habit chief), Hanuma Vihari, Rishabh Pant (wicket-manager), R. Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma, Mohd. Shami, Md. Siraj, Shardul Thakur, Umesh Yadav, KL Rahul, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-guardian), Abhimanyu Easwaran, Prithvi Shaw, Suryakumar Yadav

BCCI on Monday affirmed Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav as replacements for the injured players. Both Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav, who are right now with the limited-overs side in Sri Lanka, will travel to England to join the Test squad for the Test series against England.

BCCI on Monday affirmed Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav as replacements for the injured players. Both Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav, who are right now with the limited-overs side in Sri Lanka, will travel to England to join the Test squad for the Test series against England. "All-rounder Washington Sundar had taken an injection on his right-hand bowling finger. However, his recovery will take longer than expected and he is not bowling-fit. He is ruled out of the remainder of the tour," the statement read. "Fast bowler Avesh Khan suffered a blow to his left thumb on Day 1 of the warm-up game. He was taken for an X-Ray and the result confirmed a fracture. A specialist was consulted for further management of his injury. He is ruled out of India’s Tour of England." "The All-India Senior Selection Committee has named Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav as replacements," said BCCI in a press release. ALSO READ: You have to score big runs': Former Pakistan skipper on Prithvi Shaw's comparisons The Indian cricket board additionally mentioned Shubman Gill's fitness status. Shubman has been ruled out of the five-match Test series beginning on August 4 because of a strain injury on his leg in the World Test Championship final. "Opening batsman Shubman Gill sustained a developing stress reaction on his left lower leg during the World Test Championship final. This was confirmed via an MRI scan. He is ruled out of the tour and has returned back to India," BCCI said. Rishabh Pant has recuperated from COVID-19 with two negative RT-PCR tests. He has joined the team back and has started his preparations for the impending Test series. Additionally, Bharat Arun, wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha, and opener Abhimanyu Easwaran have finished their self-quarantine in London and have now joined Team India in Durham. India squad for England Tests: Rohit Sharma, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli (Captain), Ajinkya Rahane (bad habit chief), Hanuma Vihari, Rishabh Pant (wicket-manager), R. Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma, Mohd. Shami, Md. Siraj, Shardul Thakur, Umesh Yadav, KL Rahul, Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-guardian), Abhimanyu Easwaran, Prithvi Shaw, Suryakumar Yadav

Cricket: BCCI announces replacements for injured players ahead of the England series

This series will be India's last T20I task before the T20 World Cup, India takes on Sri Lanka in a three-match series beginning on Sunday, July 25 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.&nbsp;

Certain reports propose that Prithvi Shaw, Suryakumar Yadav, and Devdutt Padikkal could be called up to the red-ball side in England, which has been hit by a physical issue bug. Although, no statement has been released by the BCCI.&nbsp;

India will stop their experimentation in the T20I series, which will enormously affect the determination of the T20 World Cup squad. Senior players and youngsters both have a lot to prove.&nbsp;

Sri Lanka snatched a comfortable victory in the third ODI, and that victory could influence their camaraderie.&nbsp;Leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga could return back as he was ruled out of the ODI series.

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<h2>Head-to-Head</h2>

India leads the head-to-head record against Sri Lanka by a 13-5 edge. The two teams have played against one another in 19 T20I matches.

India have a great lead in the teams'&nbsp;head-to-head record on Sri Lankan soil. Team India have won four T20Is here contrasted with only one win for the home side. It will be fascinating to see whether India can keep up with their astounding record in Sri Lanka.&nbsp;

<h2>Sri Lanka&nbsp;</h2>

Sri Lankan pacer Dushmantha Chameera has picked 10 wickets in nine T20Is against India. In the meantime, Dasun Shanaka has amassed 130 runs in 11 T20I innings against India. They both will hold the key if Sri Lanka are to prevail in the forthcoming series.&nbsp;

Lahiru Udara could supplant Minod Bhanuka at the top-order. Charith Asalanka ought to hold his spot in the middle-order by prudence of his great exhibitions in the ODIs.&nbsp;

Dushmantha Chameera, Chamika Karunaratne, and Akila Dananjaya should be the three players who're certain to begin as a feature of Sri Lanka's bowling attack. '

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<h2>India&nbsp;</h2>

Yuzvendra Chahal has taken the most wickets in T20I matches among India and Sri Lanka. The Indian leg-spinner has scalped 14 wickets in six T20I appearances against Sri Lanka.&nbsp;

Devdutt Padikkal may need to stand by longer to make his India debut, with Shikhar Dhawan and Prithvi Shaw liable to keep opening the batting. Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav appear to be certainties in India's top order.&nbsp;

Rahul Chahar's exhibition in the third ODI could procure him a spot in the playing XI. Varun Chakravarthy could likewise be given an unexpected cap as a feature of the group's spin bowling attack.

This series will be India's last T20I task before the T20 World Cup, India takes on Sri Lanka in a three-match series beginning on Sunday, July 25 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

This series will be India's last T20I task before the T20 World Cup, India takes on Sri Lanka in a three-match series beginning on Sunday, July 25 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Certain reports propose that Prithvi Shaw, Suryakumar Yadav, and Devdutt Padikkal could be called up to the red-ball side in England, which has been hit by a physical issue bug. Although, no statement has been released by the BCCI. India will stop their experimentation in the T20I series, which will enormously affect the determination of the T20 World Cup squad. Senior players and youngsters both have a lot to prove. Sri Lanka snatched a comfortable victory in the third ODI, and that victory could influence their camaraderie. Leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga could return back as he was ruled out of the ODI series. ALSO READ: Tokyo Olympics: Deepak Kumar, Divyansh Panwar fail to qualify for 10m Air Rifle men's final Head-to-Head India leads the head-to-head record against Sri Lanka by a 13-5 edge. The two teams have played against one another in 19 T20I matches. India have a great lead in the teams' head-to-head record on Sri Lankan soil. Team India have won four T20Is here contrasted with only one win for the home side. It will be fascinating to see whether India can keep up with their astounding record in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Sri Lankan pacer Dushmantha Chameera has picked 10 wickets in nine T20Is against India. In the meantime, Dasun Shanaka has amassed 130 runs in 11 T20I innings against India. They both will hold the key if Sri Lanka are to prevail in the forthcoming series. Lahiru Udara could supplant Minod Bhanuka at the top-order. Charith Asalanka ought to hold his spot in the middle-order by prudence of his great exhibitions in the ODIs. Dushmantha Chameera, Chamika Karunaratne, and Akila Dananjaya should be the three players who're certain to begin as a feature of Sri Lanka's bowling attack. ' ALSO READ: Cricket: Nicholas Pooran and Jason Holder lead West Indies to win over Australia India Yuzvendra Chahal has taken the most wickets in T20I matches among India and Sri Lanka. The Indian leg-spinner has scalped 14 wickets in six T20I appearances against Sri Lanka. Devdutt Padikkal may need to stand by longer to make his India debut, with Shikhar Dhawan and Prithvi Shaw liable to keep opening the batting. Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav appear to be certainties in India's top order. Rahul Chahar's exhibition in the third ODI could procure him a spot in the playing XI. Varun Chakravarthy could likewise be given an unexpected cap as a feature of the group's spin bowling attack.

Cricket: After clinching ODI series, India take on Sri Lanka in a three-match T20I series

Opener Prithvi Shaw, middle-order batsman Suryakumar Yadav and off-spinner Jayant Yadav are likely to join the Team India Test squad in England following a number of injuries in the Indian camp.&nbsp;

Prithvi Shaw looks set to come in as cover for Shubman Gill, who is back in India subsequent to experiencing a stress fracture in his shin, which ruled him out of the five-match Test series.&nbsp;

All-rounder Washington Sundar and fast bowler Avesh Khan have likewise endured finger injuries. While Avesh Khan injured his finger during a training match, Sundar could be out for a month and a half.&nbsp;

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As indicated by a PTI report, Team India's management in England requested two batsmen and an off-spinner as trades for the injured players. Aside from Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav, Team India were enthused about getting Jayant Yadav because of his batting abilities.&nbsp;

"Yes, Prithvi, Surya, and Jayant will be flying to England. Whether they will fly in the middle of the T20 Internationals&nbsp;or post that is being worked out."

"But yes, these three are our replacement players for the Test series in England. They might just leave after the three T20 Internationals but we will get a confirmation in another three days," the senior official told PTI.

The report added that the Board of Control for Cricket in India has effectively begun making arrangements about how to fly the mentioned players to England.&nbsp;

The BCCI had before turned down Team India management's solicitation to send Prithvi Shaw to England as a swap for Shubman Gill. However, with the number of injuries mounting, the Indian board has no alternative left.&nbsp;

Although Avesh Khan is a fast bowler, Team India are probably not going to add another pacer to their squad, as they as of now have enough choices in the current squad in the UK. Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Umesh Yadav, Shardul Thakur, and&nbsp;Mohammad Siraj are already a part of the pace battery in England.&nbsp;

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Both Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav played for Team India in each of the three ODIs of the series in Sri Lanka. Prithvi Shaw scored 105 runs in three matches at an average of 35 and a strike rate of 125. He started the series with a bold 43 off 24 and followed that up with scores of 13 and 49.&nbsp;

Suryakumar Yadav, in the meantime, was named the Player of the Series for scoring 124 runs at an average of 62 and a strike rate of 122.77. He indented up his maiden ODI half-century in the second match of the series.

Also, Suryakumar Yadav has been picked following Ajinkya Rahane's hamstring issue.&nbsp;

"In any case, if Ajinkya misses the first Test, it will be KL Rahul who will bat in the middle order in Nottingham. The team management is still confident that Ajinkya might be alright before the Nottingham Test," said the official.&nbsp; 
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Opener Prithvi Shaw, middle-order batsman Suryakumar Yadav and off-spinner Jayant Yadav are likely to join the Team India Test squad in England following a number of injuries in the Indian camp.

Opener Prithvi Shaw, middle-order batsman Suryakumar Yadav and off-spinner Jayant Yadav are likely to join the Team India Test squad in England following a number of injuries in the Indian camp. Prithvi Shaw looks set to come in as cover for Shubman Gill, who is back in India subsequent to experiencing a stress fracture in his shin, which ruled him out of the five-match Test series. All-rounder Washington Sundar and fast bowler Avesh Khan have likewise endured finger injuries. While Avesh Khan injured his finger during a training match, Sundar could be out for a month and a half. ALSO READ: Cricket: Suspended West Indies-Australia ODI series set to resume As indicated by a PTI report, Team India's management in England requested two batsmen and an off-spinner as trades for the injured players. Aside from Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav, Team India were enthused about getting Jayant Yadav because of his batting abilities. "Yes, Prithvi, Surya, and Jayant will be flying to England. Whether they will fly in the middle of the T20 Internationals or post that is being worked out." "But yes, these three are our replacement players for the Test series in England. They might just leave after the three T20 Internationals but we will get a confirmation in another three days," the senior official told PTI. The report added that the Board of Control for Cricket in India has effectively begun making arrangements about how to fly the mentioned players to England. The BCCI had before turned down Team India management's solicitation to send Prithvi Shaw to England as a swap for Shubman Gill. However, with the number of injuries mounting, the Indian board has no alternative left. Although Avesh Khan is a fast bowler, Team India are probably not going to add another pacer to their squad, as they as of now have enough choices in the current squad in the UK. Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Umesh Yadav, Shardul Thakur, and Mohammad Siraj are already a part of the pace battery in England. ALSO READ: Cricket-Zimbabwe beat Bangladesh by 23 runs to tie T20 series Both Prithvi Shaw and Suryakumar Yadav played for Team India in each of the three ODIs of the series in Sri Lanka. Prithvi Shaw scored 105 runs in three matches at an average of 35 and a strike rate of 125. He started the series with a bold 43 off 24 and followed that up with scores of 13 and 49. Suryakumar Yadav, in the meantime, was named the Player of the Series for scoring 124 runs at an average of 62 and a strike rate of 122.77. He indented up his maiden ODI half-century in the second match of the series. Also, Suryakumar Yadav has been picked following Ajinkya Rahane's hamstring issue. "In any case, if Ajinkya misses the first Test, it will be KL Rahul who will bat in the middle order in Nottingham. The team management is still confident that Ajinkya might be alright before the Nottingham Test," said the official.

Cricket: Prithvi Shaw, Suryakumar Yadav, and Jayant Yadav set to join Indian team in England: Reports

Shreyas Iyer has been out of action since he endured a shoulder injury in the ODI series against England in March this year. He had to go through a surgery that governed him out of IPL 2021.&nbsp;

It looks like he is on the path of recovery after he was named on a list of 45 cricketers by the Mumbai Cricket Association for a fitness training course. It is yet to be seen whether can participate in the rest of IPL 2021 which will presently occur in the UAE in September this year.

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Shreyas Iyer is likewise viewed as a significant part of India's middle-order in limited-overs cricket. With the T20 World Cup scheduled to occur in late October, India would trust the right-hander can demonstrate his fitness ahead of the ICC event.

The list from MCA likewise incorporates Rohit Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane, Prithvi Shaw, and Arjun Tendulkar. The MCA is yet to set a date for the fitness camp.&nbsp;

"The schedule of the fitness camp will be announced in due course of time," A statement released by the MCA read:

Players selected for MCA fitness camp: Rohit Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, Shardul Thakur, Prithvi Shaw, Dhaval Kulkarni, Shivam Dube, Aditya Tare, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sarfaraz Khan, Arjun Tendulkar, Siddhesh Lad, Aakarshit Gomel, Pragnesh Kanpillewar, Divyansh Saxena, Chinmay Sutar, Arman Jaffer, Suved Parkar, Bhupen Lalwani, Hardik Tamore, Akash Parkar, Aman Khan, Shubham Ranjane, Sujit Nayak, Sairaj Patil, Prasad Pawar, Shams Mulani, Prashant Solanki, Parikshit Valsangkar, Tushar Deshpande, Mohit Awasthi, Nikhil Date, Roystan Dias, Atif Attarwala, Siddharth Raut, Kruthik Hanagawadi, Deepak Shetty, Ravi Solanki, Atharva Ankolekar, Dhrumil Matkar, Shreyas Gurav, Tanush Kotian, Ankush Jaiswal, Shashank Attarde.&nbsp;

Shreyas Iyer has been out of action since he endured a shoulder injury in the ODI series against England in March this year. He had to go through a surgery that governed him out of IPL 2021.

Shreyas Iyer has been out of action since he endured a shoulder injury in the ODI series against England in March this year. He had to go through a surgery that governed him out of IPL 2021. It looks like he is on the path of recovery after he was named on a list of 45 cricketers by the Mumbai Cricket Association for a fitness training course. It is yet to be seen whether can participate in the rest of IPL 2021 which will presently occur in the UAE in September this year. ALSO READ: Cricket: 'They should realise their responsibility', De Silva on the Sri Lankan bio-bubble breach Shreyas Iyer is likewise viewed as a significant part of India's middle-order in limited-overs cricket. With the T20 World Cup scheduled to occur in late October, India would trust the right-hander can demonstrate his fitness ahead of the ICC event. The list from MCA likewise incorporates Rohit Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane, Prithvi Shaw, and Arjun Tendulkar. The MCA is yet to set a date for the fitness camp. "The schedule of the fitness camp will be announced in due course of time," A statement released by the MCA read: Players selected for MCA fitness camp: Rohit Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, Shardul Thakur, Prithvi Shaw, Dhaval Kulkarni, Shivam Dube, Aditya Tare, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sarfaraz Khan, Arjun Tendulkar, Siddhesh Lad, Aakarshit Gomel, Pragnesh Kanpillewar, Divyansh Saxena, Chinmay Sutar, Arman Jaffer, Suved Parkar, Bhupen Lalwani, Hardik Tamore, Akash Parkar, Aman Khan, Shubham Ranjane, Sujit Nayak, Sairaj Patil, Prasad Pawar, Shams Mulani, Prashant Solanki, Parikshit Valsangkar, Tushar Deshpande, Mohit Awasthi, Nikhil Date, Roystan Dias, Atif Attarwala, Siddharth Raut, Kruthik Hanagawadi, Deepak Shetty, Ravi Solanki, Atharva Ankolekar, Dhrumil Matkar, Shreyas Gurav, Tanush Kotian, Ankush Jaiswal, Shashank Attarde.

Cricket: Shreyas Iyer among 45 players named by MCA for a fitness training camp

Indian batsman Surykumar Yadav, who is currently in Sri Lanka prepping for a limited-over series against the hosts, has responded to Arjuna Ranatunga's 'second-string team' response.&nbsp;As per the player, the team is not thinking about that and instead are training for the series against Sri Lanka.&nbsp;

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“Not really (we don’t talk about that). Everyone is completely focussed. The way the practice sessions are going, the way the game went yesterday, it’s going according to plan and we are really excited for the challenge. We are not thinking about that (this being a second-string side). We are just here to have some fun, enjoy this series and take a lot of positives from here,” Suryakumar Yadav said in a virtual press conference from Colombo on Tuesday when asked about the team management’s reaction to Ranatunga’s comment.

Arjuna Ranatunga's comments on Indian team management has caused quite some stir ahead of the India vs Sri Lanka series. Ranatunga criticised the Sri Lankan cricket board for hosting a "second-string Indian team".&nbsp;

"This is a second-string Indian team and their coming here is an insult on our cricket. I blame the current administration for agreeing to play with them due to television marketing needs," Ranatunga, had told reporters at his residence, according to news agency PTI.

Several former cricketers, including the Sri Lankan cricket board,&nbsp;strongly reacted against Ranatunga's remarks.&nbsp;

Shikhar Dhawan and Co. will take on Sri Lanka for a three-match ODI and T20I series that will kick off from July 13.&nbsp;

“Two teams playing together… I think that’s the first time (something like this) is happening. I was very excited about when I got to know,” said Suryakumar.

“We have played in these conditions before like for example, we play in Mumbai, we play in Chennai, where the humidity is high. Most importantly, we have come here 15-20 days before the tournament, so think it’ll be good. We played a game also yesterday. The wicket was pretty good, I hope it stays that way but if there are slow wickets, we are going to take time, apply ourselves and see. It’ll be a good challenge,” he said.

The complete series (ODI and T20I) will be played at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

“It’ll be the same for both the teams. Once you get to know about the conditions, you can plan accordingly based on the pitch conditions, ground dimensions,” said Suryakumar.

Indian batsman Surykumar Yadav, who is currently in Sri Lanka prepping for a limited-over series against the hosts, has responded to Arjuna Ranatunga's 'second-string team' response.

Indian batsman Surykumar Yadav, who is currently in Sri Lanka prepping for a limited-over series against the hosts, has responded to Arjuna Ranatunga's 'second-string team' response. As per the player, the team is not thinking about that and instead are training for the series against Sri Lanka. ALSO READ: 'Second-string Indian team coming here is insult on our cricket': Arjuna Ranatunga slams SLC “Not really (we don’t talk about that). Everyone is completely focussed. The way the practice sessions are going, the way the game went yesterday, it’s going according to plan and we are really excited for the challenge. We are not thinking about that (this being a second-string side). We are just here to have some fun, enjoy this series and take a lot of positives from here,” Suryakumar Yadav said in a virtual press conference from Colombo on Tuesday when asked about the team management’s reaction to Ranatunga’s comment. Arjuna Ranatunga's comments on Indian team management has caused quite some stir ahead of the India vs Sri Lanka series. Ranatunga criticised the Sri Lankan cricket board for hosting a "second-string Indian team". "This is a second-string Indian team and their coming here is an insult on our cricket. I blame the current administration for agreeing to play with them due to television marketing needs," Ranatunga, had told reporters at his residence, according to news agency PTI. Several former cricketers, including the Sri Lankan cricket board, strongly reacted against Ranatunga's remarks. Shikhar Dhawan and Co. will take on Sri Lanka for a three-match ODI and T20I series that will kick off from July 13. “Two teams playing together… I think that’s the first time (something like this) is happening. I was very excited about when I got to know,” said Suryakumar. “We have played in these conditions before like for example, we play in Mumbai, we play in Chennai, where the humidity is high. Most importantly, we have come here 15-20 days before the tournament, so think it’ll be good. We played a game also yesterday. The wicket was pretty good, I hope it stays that way but if there are slow wickets, we are going to take time, apply ourselves and see. It’ll be a good challenge,” he said. The complete series (ODI and T20I) will be played at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. “It’ll be the same for both the teams. Once you get to know about the conditions, you can plan accordingly based on the pitch conditions, ground dimensions,” said Suryakumar.

Cricket- 'Everyone is completely focussed': Suryakumar Yadav responds to Arjuna Ranatunga's remarks

Kamran Akmal has said that India's achievement in global cricket in the course of recent years has had a great deal to do with the significance they have given to red-ball cricket.&nbsp;

Team India are as of now the top-ranked side in the game, according to the authority ICC Test match appraisals. They are set to confront New Zealand in the World Test Championship finale in Southampton.&nbsp;

On his YouTube channel, Kamran Akmal brought up that, with the exception of MS Dhoni, any remaining enormous names in Indian cricket from the 90s and 2000s resigned in the wake of playing Test cricket. As indicated by the 39-year-old, that reality demonstrates that India has had their needs in the perfect spot. Kamran Akmal explained in such manner:

"India have not settled on their red-ball cricket. At the school level, India have two-day, three-day cricket. Today, they have a pool of 50 players since Indian cricket has given a ton of significance to Test cricket. Among every one of the legends of Indian cricket, aside from MS Dhoni, nobody has resigned subsequent to playing white-ball cricket. All the others played a Test match as their final remaining one. That gives us an extraordinary thought of their vision: how to fabricate a group, how to acquire players into the Indian set-up."&nbsp;

While MS Dhoni hanged his boots from Test cricket in 2014, his last international match was the 2019 World Cup semi-last against New Zealand. Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman and Sourav Ganguly all left the global stage after playing Test matches.

Kamran Akmal further called attention to that India have a solid homegrown cricket, and a large portion of the players as of now have an insight of a couple of years before they show up in worldwide cricket.&nbsp;

"Full credit to India's mindset. Two teams will be playing at a time soon, one in England and one in Sri Lanka. Their cricket culture is so strong that they can field three international teams at the same time. This is because they have made no compromises at the grass-root level" – he said.&nbsp;

"Their white-ball or List A players, when they enter the worldwide scene, they have effectively played 40 to 50 games. Take the case of Suryakumar Yadav, who as of late made his India debut after a huge delay. The greater part of these players have a base homegrown encounter of four to five years. At the point when they come into the Indian group, they are as of now develop enough" - he added.

Kamran Akmal additionally praised any semblance of Rahul Dravid and Anil Kumble for rewarding Indian cricket by training and coaching more youthful players.&nbsp;

“The mindset of Indian cricket is commendable. Look at all the Indian legends from the 90s - from Rahul Dravid to Anil Kumble to VVS Laxman - all of them are involved in Indian cricket in some way or the other. That is helping the new generation. And this not just for IPL; they keep an eye on domestic cricket as well, be it Virender Sehwag or Yuvraj Singh. They haven't changed their brand of cricket, but they have elevated their existing level” - he said. 
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Kamran Akmal has said that India's achievement in global cricket in the course of recent years has had a great deal to do with the significance they have given to red-ball cricket.

Kamran Akmal has said that India's achievement in global cricket in the course of recent years has had a great deal to do with the significance they have given to red-ball cricket. Team India are as of now the top-ranked side in the game, according to the authority ICC Test match appraisals. They are set to confront New Zealand in the World Test Championship finale in Southampton. On his YouTube channel, Kamran Akmal brought up that, with the exception of MS Dhoni, any remaining enormous names in Indian cricket from the 90s and 2000s resigned in the wake of playing Test cricket. As indicated by the 39-year-old, that reality demonstrates that India has had their needs in the perfect spot. Kamran Akmal explained in such manner: "India have not settled on their red-ball cricket. At the school level, India have two-day, three-day cricket. Today, they have a pool of 50 players since Indian cricket has given a ton of significance to Test cricket. Among every one of the legends of Indian cricket, aside from MS Dhoni, nobody has resigned subsequent to playing white-ball cricket. All the others played a Test match as their final remaining one. That gives us an extraordinary thought of their vision: how to fabricate a group, how to acquire players into the Indian set-up." While MS Dhoni hanged his boots from Test cricket in 2014, his last international match was the 2019 World Cup semi-last against New Zealand. Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman and Sourav Ganguly all left the global stage after playing Test matches. Kamran Akmal further called attention to that India have a solid homegrown cricket, and a large portion of the players as of now have an insight of a couple of years before they show up in worldwide cricket. "Full credit to India's mindset. Two teams will be playing at a time soon, one in England and one in Sri Lanka. Their cricket culture is so strong that they can field three international teams at the same time. This is because they have made no compromises at the grass-root level" – he said. "Their white-ball or List A players, when they enter the worldwide scene, they have effectively played 40 to 50 games. Take the case of Suryakumar Yadav, who as of late made his India debut after a huge delay. The greater part of these players have a base homegrown encounter of four to five years. At the point when they come into the Indian group, they are as of now develop enough" - he added. Kamran Akmal additionally praised any semblance of Rahul Dravid and Anil Kumble for rewarding Indian cricket by training and coaching more youthful players. “The mindset of Indian cricket is commendable. Look at all the Indian legends from the 90s - from Rahul Dravid to Anil Kumble to VVS Laxman - all of them are involved in Indian cricket in some way or the other. That is helping the new generation. And this not just for IPL; they keep an eye on domestic cricket as well, be it Virender Sehwag or Yuvraj Singh. They haven't changed their brand of cricket, but they have elevated their existing level” - he said.

'The mindset of Indian cricket is commendable', says Kamran Akmal

Suryakumar Yadav has revealed that he was so eager to take strike for the first time in international cricket that he ran in to bat.&nbsp;

Suryakumar Yadav made his India debut in the second T20I against England in Ahmedabad in March this year. However, he didn't get the opportunity to bat in his debut. He was dropped for the following match, before being reviewed for the fourth T20I. Sent in to bat at No.3 as England chose to take the field first the 30-year-old hit an appealing 57 from 31 balls.&nbsp;

Suryakumar Yadav spoke about his first experience of batting in International cricket on Mumbai Indians Instagram handle:

''When I padded up and came to the dug-out, I was nervous, and it should be that way if you don't get nervous, how would you perform''.

''When I was going inside, everything started running in my mind, what I have done when I bat at three. I got my answer when I said to myself 'don't do anything different, do the same thing – be yourself, that's it. I have reached this point by doing the same things"&nbsp;- he said.&nbsp;

“If you must have seen, I was very excited at that time. Obviously, I wasn’t happy because Rohit Sharma had just got out. But when it was going in, I was so excited, I ran in to bat. I had waited for a long time for this opportunity. Sitting in the dressing room, I had thoughts like - when will the match start? When will my turn come to bat? When I wore my pads and came out to sit in the dugout, I was a little nervous. It is important to be nervous. If you are not nervous, how will you go in and perform?” - he added.

Suryakumar Yadav added that at the hour of taking the strike, he adviced himself to adhere to the regular game that has brought him achievement, and not have a go at anything unique.&nbsp;

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Suryakumar Yadav hit six fours and three sixes in his thump prior to being gotten by David Malan off a breadth shot under questionable circumstances. Replays were uncertain with regards to whether the fielder had taken the catch neatly and accordingly the soft signal of 'out' remained.

In a fantasy start, Suryakumar Yadav hit the first ball he faced in international cricket for a six, with Jofra Archer being the bowler. The batsman clarified that it was no accident as he had examined Jofra Archer's bowling pattern in the Indian Premier League.&nbsp;

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"People often ask me about that first-ball six off Jofra Archer. It was important to stay calm and I knew what he had been doing in the IPL. How he comes hard at the batters and what kind of deliveries he bowls to a new batsman at the crease. Back of the mind, I knew he would bowl that short ball delivery. Thankfully, he did. I don’t know what would have happened had he bowled a different ball. But it all worked out well in the end and I am happy” - he added.&nbsp;

Suryakumar Yadav was announced as the Man of the Match for his thump as India crushed England by eight runs. He scored 32 runs off 17 balls in the following T20I as the hosts secured the five-match series by a 3-2 edge. 
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Suryakumar Yadav has revealed that he was so eager to take strike for the first time in international cricket that he ran in to bat. Suryakumar Yadav made his India debut in the second T20I against England in Ahmedabad in March this year.

Suryakumar Yadav has revealed that he was so eager to take strike for the first time in international cricket that he ran in to bat. Suryakumar Yadav made his India debut in the second T20I against England in Ahmedabad in March this year. However, he didn't get the opportunity to bat in his debut. He was dropped for the following match, before being reviewed for the fourth T20I. Sent in to bat at No.3 as England chose to take the field first the 30-year-old hit an appealing 57 from 31 balls. Suryakumar Yadav spoke about his first experience of batting in International cricket on Mumbai Indians Instagram handle: ''When I padded up and came to the dug-out, I was nervous, and it should be that way if you don't get nervous, how would you perform''. ''When I was going inside, everything started running in my mind, what I have done when I bat at three. I got my answer when I said to myself 'don't do anything different, do the same thing – be yourself, that's it. I have reached this point by doing the same things" - he said. “If you must have seen, I was very excited at that time. Obviously, I wasn’t happy because Rohit Sharma had just got out. But when it was going in, I was so excited, I ran in to bat. I had waited for a long time for this opportunity. Sitting in the dressing room, I had thoughts like - when will the match start? When will my turn come to bat? When I wore my pads and came out to sit in the dugout, I was a little nervous. It is important to be nervous. If you are not nervous, how will you go in and perform?” - he added. Suryakumar Yadav added that at the hour of taking the strike, he adviced himself to adhere to the regular game that has brought him achievement, and not have a go at anything unique. ALSO READ: Cricket: Team India undergoing quarantine in two groups ahead of England tour Suryakumar Yadav hit six fours and three sixes in his thump prior to being gotten by David Malan off a breadth shot under questionable circumstances. Replays were uncertain with regards to whether the fielder had taken the catch neatly and accordingly the soft signal of 'out' remained. In a fantasy start, Suryakumar Yadav hit the first ball he faced in international cricket for a six, with Jofra Archer being the bowler. The batsman clarified that it was no accident as he had examined Jofra Archer's bowling pattern in the Indian Premier League. ALSO READ: Cricket: 'Jasprit Bumrah a delight to watch but prone to career threatening injuries' - Richard Hadlee "People often ask me about that first-ball six off Jofra Archer. It was important to stay calm and I knew what he had been doing in the IPL. How he comes hard at the batters and what kind of deliveries he bowls to a new batsman at the crease. Back of the mind, I knew he would bowl that short ball delivery. Thankfully, he did. I don’t know what would have happened had he bowled a different ball. But it all worked out well in the end and I am happy” - he added. Suryakumar Yadav was announced as the Man of the Match for his thump as India crushed England by eight runs. He scored 32 runs off 17 balls in the following T20I as the hosts secured the five-match series by a 3-2 edge.

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Indian batsman Suryakumar Yadav held a Q and A (question and answer) session on his Instagram account on Saturday. He was asked to describe MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli in one word.&nbsp;

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The Mumbai Indians batsman gave a heartwarming response to the question. He described MS Dhoni as a "legend", whereas, Virat Kohli as an "inspiration".

MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli are regarded as one of the best in modern-era cricket. They hold the most elite records and achievements to their names. Suryakumar Yadav also described his Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma as a "hitman".&nbsp;

Suryakumar Yadav is considered one of the most consistent batsmen in the Indian Premier League. He scored 420 runs in 16 matches in IPL 2020. His performance in the 2020 season earned him a maiden India call up. On his international debut, SKY went on to score a brilliant half-century cementing his position in the team.&nbsp;

Suryakumar also scored 173 runs in 7 matches in the 2021 season of the Indian Premier League before it got cancelled due to a surge in COVID-19 cases inside the bio-secure bubble.&nbsp;

Suryakumar Yadav is likely to play for India in the limited over series in Sri Lanka as the senior players head to England for the WTC finals and Test series against Root and Co.&nbsp;

Indian batsman Suryakumar Yadav held a Q and A (question and answer) session on his Instagram account on Saturday. He was asked to describe MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli in one word.

Indian batsman Suryakumar Yadav held a Q and A (question and answer) session on his Instagram account on Saturday. He was asked to describe MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli in one word. ALSO READ: 'Felt somewhere that my name might pop up': Chahal on squad for England tour The Mumbai Indians batsman gave a heartwarming response to the question. He described MS Dhoni as a "legend", whereas, Virat Kohli as an "inspiration". MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli are regarded as one of the best in modern-era cricket. They hold the most elite records and achievements to their names. Suryakumar Yadav also described his Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma as a "hitman". Suryakumar Yadav is considered one of the most consistent batsmen in the Indian Premier League. He scored 420 runs in 16 matches in IPL 2020. His performance in the 2020 season earned him a maiden India call up. On his international debut, SKY went on to score a brilliant half-century cementing his position in the team. Suryakumar also scored 173 runs in 7 matches in the 2021 season of the Indian Premier League before it got cancelled due to a surge in COVID-19 cases inside the bio-secure bubble. Suryakumar Yadav is likely to play for India in the limited over series in Sri Lanka as the senior players head to England for the WTC finals and Test series against Root and Co.

Cricket: Suryakumar Yadav describes MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli in one word

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammed Amir lashed out at the Pakistan cricket board’s selection module for picking up young cricketers with technical flaws and unprepared for the national team. The 29-year-old went on to praise India, England and New Zealand's selection process and said that these teams bring in players who are "ready to play at the highest level".&nbsp;

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“Look at the players that India, England and New Zealand are bringing into international cricket. They are ready to play at the highest level as they have done the hard yards and have completed their learning in the domestic and junior systems. Once selected, they show their skills in international cricket which they have already learnt in domestic cricket. Whereas in Pakistan, at the moment, our players are expected to learn from the national coaches while playing international cricket, rather than having already learnt the art of cricket earlier in their careers,” Amir was quoted as saying.

Amir named Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav and Krunal Pandya, who had a brilliant debut in the series against England.&nbsp;

“Look at Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav and Krunal Pandya, they looked ready and primed for international cricket when they made their debuts and did not look to need much advice or coaching at all. They have played several years of domestic cricket and the IPL and that makes their introduction into international cricket much smoother,” Amir said.

The pacer also reminded the PCB, that international cricket is not a place where you 'learn on the job'.&nbsp;

“International cricket isn’t school cricket where you learn on the job. It’s a tough environment where only players who are ready and who have learnt about the game and obtained the necessary skills should be selected. If you want to learn about cricket, do it at the academy or in First-class cricket, don’t come to international cricket underprepared and hope to learn whilst playing for your country. Too often our young players are thrown into international cricket with technical flaws, with issues in their game, in the hope that they will improve. Well, it doesn’t work like that at all and the sooner we realise it, the better it will be,” the former pacer said.

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammed Amir lashed out at the Pakistan cricket board’s selection module for picking up young cricketers with technical flaws and unprepared for the national team.

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammed Amir lashed out at the Pakistan cricket board’s selection module for picking up young cricketers with technical flaws and unprepared for the national team. The 29-year-old went on to praise India, England and New Zealand's selection process and said that these teams bring in players who are "ready to play at the highest level". ALSO READ: 'Siraj has overtaken all these guys': MSK Prasad impressed by Indian pacer “Look at the players that India, England and New Zealand are bringing into international cricket. They are ready to play at the highest level as they have done the hard yards and have completed their learning in the domestic and junior systems. Once selected, they show their skills in international cricket which they have already learnt in domestic cricket. Whereas in Pakistan, at the moment, our players are expected to learn from the national coaches while playing international cricket, rather than having already learnt the art of cricket earlier in their careers,” Amir was quoted as saying. Amir named Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav and Krunal Pandya, who had a brilliant debut in the series against England. “Look at Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav and Krunal Pandya, they looked ready and primed for international cricket when they made their debuts and did not look to need much advice or coaching at all. They have played several years of domestic cricket and the IPL and that makes their introduction into international cricket much smoother,” Amir said. The pacer also reminded the PCB, that international cricket is not a place where you 'learn on the job'. “International cricket isn’t school cricket where you learn on the job. It’s a tough environment where only players who are ready and who have learnt about the game and obtained the necessary skills should be selected. If you want to learn about cricket, do it at the academy or in First-class cricket, don’t come to international cricket underprepared and hope to learn whilst playing for your country. Too often our young players are thrown into international cricket with technical flaws, with issues in their game, in the hope that they will improve. Well, it doesn’t work like that at all and the sooner we realise it, the better it will be,” the former pacer said.

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Mumbai Indians batsman Suryakumar Yadav has said that the establishment is certain of Hardik and Krunal Pandya getting back to shape soon.

The Pandya brothers have neglected to convey with the bat for Mumbai Indians this season. On Friday against Punjab Kings also, both Hardik and Krunal Pandya succumbed to single-figure scores. Their disappointments have harmed Mumbai Indians in IPL 2021.

In the post-match press conference, Suryakumar Yadav said that the Mumbai Indians management isn't too stressed over the batting type of Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya, seeing in such manner:

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“Not really. Pandya brothers&nbsp;have been doing really well; they have been working really hard in the nets every day and in every&nbsp;practice session. I feel it’s just a matter of one game. Everyone is trying to take that responsibility in every game. It is just that it is not working. It happens in the sport. I am sure they will come back really strongly.”

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Mumbai Indians lost their second successive match in IPL 2021 on Friday. Subsequent to going down to Delhi Capitals by six wickets on Tuesday, the reigning champions were given a nine-wicket whipping by Punjab Kings in Chennai. 
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Mumbai Indians batsman Suryakumar Yadav has said that the establishment is certain of Hardik and Krunal Pandya getting back to shape soon. The Pandya brothers have neglected to convey with the bat for Mumbai Indians this season.

Mumbai Indians batsman Suryakumar Yadav has said that the establishment is certain of Hardik and Krunal Pandya getting back to shape soon. The Pandya brothers have neglected to convey with the bat for Mumbai Indians this season. On Friday against Punjab Kings also, both Hardik and Krunal Pandya succumbed to single-figure scores. Their disappointments have harmed Mumbai Indians in IPL 2021. In the post-match press conference, Suryakumar Yadav said that the Mumbai Indians management isn't too stressed over the batting type of Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya, seeing in such manner: ALSO READ: IPL 2021: 'I just don't think that he's worth that kind of money' - Kevin Pietersen on Chris Morris “Not really. Pandya brothers have been doing really well; they have been working really hard in the nets every day and in every practice session. I feel it’s just a matter of one game. Everyone is trying to take that responsibility in every game. It is just that it is not working. It happens in the sport. I am sure they will come back really strongly.” ALSO READ: Playing well against Rashid Khan is going to be key for DC vs SRH, says Mohammad Kaif Mumbai Indians lost their second successive match in IPL 2021 on Friday. Subsequent to going down to Delhi Capitals by six wickets on Tuesday, the reigning champions were given a nine-wicket whipping by Punjab Kings in Chennai.

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The Mumbai Indians caused a stir when they sent Ishan Kishan over an in-form Suryakumar Yadav against the Punjab Kings.

Ishan Kishan couldn't get moving in the center as he made his way back to the pavilion scoring six runs off 17 deliveries. Then, Suryakumar Yadav sewed up a great 79-run partnership with Rohit Sharma in the wake of coming out to bat at number four.&nbsp;

Answering in the post-match press conference, Suryakumar Yadav clarified the explanation for Ishan Kishan's advancement in the batting order.

"Ishan Kishan's promotion was completely a management's call and we decided collectively that if a left-hander gets out then a left-hander walks in. He and I have been playing a similar role in the past few years. So, I was completely okay with it. We both decided we'll do the same way what everyone decides and we were clear in our plans very much," said Suryakumar Yadav.

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The plan of left-hand-right-hand combination in the middle didn't work for the Mumbai Indians as the Punjab Kings held them down to 26/2 of every seven overs. In spite of Ishan Kishan's disappointment against Punjab, Suryakumar Yadav is idealistic that the adolescent will bob back in the Delhi leg of the league.

"When we reach Delhi, I think things will be completely different" - Suryakumar Yadav

The Mumbai Indians were not at their best in Chennai, with the reigning champions recording just two successes in their five matches at MA Chidambaram Stadium.&nbsp;

In spite of the Punjab Kings pounding Rohit Sharma's side by nine wickets in their most recent experience, Suryakumar Yadav feels MI will be a totally unique side when they take to the field in Delhi one week from now.

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"Talking about performances, I feel it's all about that confidence what you carry and I feel everyone is hitting the ball really well in the nets. Everyone is really positive in their mindset. It's all about just going out there and expressing themselves. It's just a matter of one game. We don't want to think about what has happened in Chennai. When we reach Delhi, I think things will be completely different, and MI will be a completely different side," Suryakumar Yadav added. 
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The Mumbai Indians caused a stir when they sent Ishan Kishan over an in-form Suryakumar Yadav against the Punjab Kings. Ishan Kishan couldn't get moving in the center as he made his way back to the pavilion scoring six runs off 17 deliveries.

The Mumbai Indians caused a stir when they sent Ishan Kishan over an in-form Suryakumar Yadav against the Punjab Kings. Ishan Kishan couldn't get moving in the center as he made his way back to the pavilion scoring six runs off 17 deliveries. Then, Suryakumar Yadav sewed up a great 79-run partnership with Rohit Sharma in the wake of coming out to bat at number four. Answering in the post-match press conference, Suryakumar Yadav clarified the explanation for Ishan Kishan's advancement in the batting order. "Ishan Kishan's promotion was completely a management's call and we decided collectively that if a left-hander gets out then a left-hander walks in. He and I have been playing a similar role in the past few years. So, I was completely okay with it. We both decided we'll do the same way what everyone decides and we were clear in our plans very much," said Suryakumar Yadav. सूर्या दादा चा वादा 🤝#OneFamily #MumbaiIndians #MI #IPL2021 #PBKSvMI @surya_14kumar pic.twitter.com/sCTDYekrZn — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 24, 2021 × ALSO READ: Wickets are trash: Ben Stokes slams slow Chennai pitch after another low-scoring match in IPL 2021 The plan of left-hand-right-hand combination in the middle didn't work for the Mumbai Indians as the Punjab Kings held them down to 26/2 of every seven overs. In spite of Ishan Kishan's disappointment against Punjab, Suryakumar Yadav is idealistic that the adolescent will bob back in the Delhi leg of the league. "When we reach Delhi, I think things will be completely different" - Suryakumar Yadav The Mumbai Indians were not at their best in Chennai, with the reigning champions recording just two successes in their five matches at MA Chidambaram Stadium. In spite of the Punjab Kings pounding Rohit Sharma's side by nine wickets in their most recent experience, Suryakumar Yadav feels MI will be a totally unique side when they take to the field in Delhi one week from now. ALSO READ: IPL 2021, RR vs KKR Preview: - Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders fight for a turnaround "Talking about performances, I feel it's all about that confidence what you carry and I feel everyone is hitting the ball really well in the nets. Everyone is really positive in their mindset. It's all about just going out there and expressing themselves. It's just a matter of one game. We don't want to think about what has happened in Chennai. When we reach Delhi, I think things will be completely different, and MI will be a completely different side," Suryakumar Yadav added.

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India beat England in a thrilling five-match T20I series have raised expectations for the home fans as the country is set to host ICC T20I World Cup later this year.&nbsp;

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Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan had a promising debut for Team India, adding their names to the list of high talents. Former Indian Batsman VVS Laxman urged that both the young guns should be part of the Indian squad for the upcoming T20I World Cup.&nbsp;

"Well, it's a very tough question because what we have seen in this series is that lot of youngsters have capitalized on their opportunities," Laxman said on Star Sports show 'Cricket Connected'.

"But the way Ishan Kishan played in his debut innings and then also the way Suryakumar Yadav played, I think both of them will definitely be in my squad of 15.

"It's a tough choice, but I think both of them deserve to play in the Indian squad come the World Cup," he added

Team India have failed to win any ICC Tournament since the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy. Despite dominating campaigns, India have consistently failed to perform during the knock-out stages&nbsp;of these tournaments and&nbsp;Virat Kohli is yet to add an ICC Trophy in his account as the skipper. &nbsp;

India beat England in a thrilling five-match T20I series have raised expectations for the home fans as the country is set to host ICC T20I World Cup later this year.

India beat England in a thrilling five-match T20I series have raised expectations for the home fans as the country is set to host ICC T20I World Cup later this year. ALSO READ: 'Our team has high talent': KL Rahul on healthy competition for keeper's spot with Rishabh Pant Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan had a promising debut for Team India, adding their names to the list of high talents. Former Indian Batsman VVS Laxman urged that both the young guns should be part of the Indian squad for the upcoming T20I World Cup. "Well, it's a very tough question because what we have seen in this series is that lot of youngsters have capitalized on their opportunities," Laxman said on Star Sports show 'Cricket Connected'. "But the way Ishan Kishan played in his debut innings and then also the way Suryakumar Yadav played, I think both of them will definitely be in my squad of 15. "It's a tough choice, but I think both of them deserve to play in the Indian squad come the World Cup," he added Team India have failed to win any ICC Tournament since the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy. Despite dominating campaigns, India have consistently failed to perform during the knock-out stages of these tournaments and Virat Kohli is yet to add an ICC Trophy in his account as the skipper.

'I think both of them..': VVS Laxman on Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan for T20I World Cup

Virat Kohli coming in as opener turned out to be a match-winning decision as he along with Rohit Sharma gave India a very strong start in the series decider against England. However, it was no less than a gamble as KL Rahul was out of form and Ishan Kishan and Shikhar Dhawan were present in the dugout to replace him for the fifth T20I.&nbsp;

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However, the skipper took a brave call and went in as an opener along with vice-captain Rohit Sharma in the crucial decider against England. India were off to a great start. Virat smashed unbeaten 80 runs in 52 balls powering India to a massive total of 224 runs by the end of the first innings.&nbsp;

Former Indian pacer Zaheer Khan felt that it was Suryakumar Yadav who made it possible for Virat Kohli to open the innings.

"The question one should ask is how it became possible that Virat Kohli could come and open the innings? It became possible because India got a batsman like Suryakumar Yadav. Suryakumar went there and showed what he can do at no. 3 position," Zaheer said on Cricbuzz.

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"This thinking, I believed started from there, and then the result was that Virat Kohli said that 'I can't keep going down the batting order'. Shreyas Iyer has also been pushed down the batting order. So, he decided that opening the innings could be a better option, let's try it out," Zaheer further added.

Virat Kohli coming in as opener turned out to be a match-winning decision as he along with Rohit Sharma gave India a very strong start in the series decider against England.

Virat Kohli coming in as opener turned out to be a match-winning decision as he along with Rohit Sharma gave India a very strong start in the series decider against England. However, it was no less than a gamble as KL Rahul was out of form and Ishan Kishan and Shikhar Dhawan were present in the dugout to replace him for the fifth T20I. ALSO READ: 'It made no sense not having India and Pakistan series': Ramiz Raja on WTC However, the skipper took a brave call and went in as an opener along with vice-captain Rohit Sharma in the crucial decider against England. India were off to a great start. Virat smashed unbeaten 80 runs in 52 balls powering India to a massive total of 224 runs by the end of the first innings. Former Indian pacer Zaheer Khan felt that it was Suryakumar Yadav who made it possible for Virat Kohli to open the innings. "The question one should ask is how it became possible that Virat Kohli could come and open the innings? It became possible because India got a batsman like Suryakumar Yadav. Suryakumar went there and showed what he can do at no. 3 position," Zaheer said on Cricbuzz. ALSO READ: I would definitely like...': Virat Kohli on opening the innings for Team India in future "This thinking, I believed started from there, and then the result was that Virat Kohli said that 'I can't keep going down the batting order'. Shreyas Iyer has also been pushed down the batting order. So, he decided that opening the innings could be a better option, let's try it out," Zaheer further added.

Zaheer Khan feels this player 'made it possible for Virat Kohli to open innings'

India sealed the T20I series against England after a dominating performance in the fifth match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday.&nbsp;

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India's batting performance impressed several cricketing legends, including West Indies' Ian Bishop. Former pace legend was mighty impressed with Suryakumar Yadav's innings in the fifth match.&nbsp;

He took to Twitter and wrote: "Sky is some player."

Former West Indian was also pleased to see Virat Kohli open the innings for Team India and wanted him to open more often.&nbsp;

“I would love to see Kohli open more often especially when India bat first in T20I,” Bishop said.

Virat led his team from the front after smashing unbeaten 80 runs off 52 balls. Rohit Sharma gave India a great start as he smashed 64 runs in 34 balls. Suryakumar Yadav's cameo of 32 runs in 17 balls powered India to a mammoth score of 225 runs on the board.&nbsp;

Skipper Kohli was impressed with his team's batting performance.&nbsp;

"It was a complete game for us. Totally outplayed the opposition. Even with so much dew coming in, like last game we've defended the total again. Today was a complete game. Despite Rishabh and Iyer not getting a chance we put on 225. Testimony to our batting depth," Kohli said at the post-match presentation ceremony.

India sealed the T20I series against England after a dominating performance in the fifth match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday. ALSO READ: 'A complete game': Virat Kohli lauds India's batting effort against England in 5th T20I India's batting performance impressed several cricketing legends, including West Indies' Ian Bishop.

India sealed the T20I series against England after a dominating performance in the fifth match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday. ALSO READ: 'A complete game': Virat Kohli lauds India's batting effort against England in 5th T20I India's batting performance impressed several cricketing legends, including West Indies' Ian Bishop. Former pace legend was mighty impressed with Suryakumar Yadav's innings in the fifth match. He took to Twitter and wrote: "Sky is some player." Former West Indian was also pleased to see Virat Kohli open the innings for Team India and wanted him to open more often. “I would love to see Kohli open more often especially when India bat first in T20I,” Bishop said. Virat led his team from the front after smashing unbeaten 80 runs off 52 balls. Rohit Sharma gave India a great start as he smashed 64 runs in 34 balls. Suryakumar Yadav's cameo of 32 runs in 17 balls powered India to a mammoth score of 225 runs on the board. Skipper Kohli was impressed with his team's batting performance. "It was a complete game for us. Totally outplayed the opposition. Even with so much dew coming in, like last game we've defended the total again. Today was a complete game. Despite Rishabh and Iyer not getting a chance we put on 225. Testimony to our batting depth," Kohli said at the post-match presentation ceremony.

'Sky is some player': Ian Bishop lauds Suryakumar Yadav's innings in fifth T20I

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