<p>A lot transpired in India's senior men's cricket team post their disappointing campign in the 2021 T20 World Cup. While Ravi Shastri-led support staff resigned, Virat Kohli had already announced the decision to step aside from&nbsp;T20I captaincy post the World Cup. However, Kohli was then sacked as ODI captain by the BCCI, in early December, before he also resigned from the top post in Tests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thus, the baton was passed to Rohit Sharma as he slowly took over as the full-time captain in early 2022. While Rohit and Rahul Dravid, Shastri's successor, revamped the team and changed India's playing style, being more aggressive with the bat, India went into the T20 World Cup 2022 edition as the No. 1 ranked side and one of the top contenders.</p>

<p>India topped their group in the Super 12 round, however, they bowed out in the semi-finals with a heavy ten-wicket defeat at the hands of eventual winners England. After India's T20 WC campaign, in Australia, former Pakistan skipper Salman Butt has taken a jibe at BCCI for sacking Kohli as captain and made a big claim.</p>

<p>Speaking on his YouTube channel, Butt opined, "When they had sacked Kohli, there was no valid reason for that. The reason was that he did not win an ICC trophy. How many captains have actually won the ICC trophy? Many have spent their entire career without it. Ab jeet liye? (Have they won it now)? He was a quality captain. He wasn't the only reason why the team had lost. It is not that the team has drastically improved now. If it was all about winning then it's not that Dhoni can't play in the T20s."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-irelands-delight-to-kohlis-dazzle-top-moments-from-t20-wc-2022-tournament-533836">From Ireland's delight to Kohli's dazzle: Top moments from T20 WC 2022 tournament</a></strong></p>

<p>Butt further added, "The format itself is so fickle and World Cups are happening so frequently and then you have various leagues going on in between. And above that if you have someone who is fit, ready to go and can lead you tactically then why not? Grooming can happen in bigger formats as well. But again it's all about their mindset."</p>

<p>Currently, Rohit and many regulars such as Kohli, KL Rahul, etc. aren't part of India's white-ball tour of New Zealand post the T20 WC. Hardik Pandya is leading the Men in Blue in the three T20Is versus NZ and many reports suggest that BCCI is looking at him as the next T20I skipper, succeeding the 35-year-old Rohit keeping in view the 2024 T20 WC.</p>


A lot transpired in India's senior men's cricket team post their disappointing campign in the 2021 T20 World Cup. While Ravi Shastri-led support staff resigned, Virat Kohli had already announced the decision to step aside from T20I captaincy post the World Cup.

A lot transpired in India's senior men's cricket team post their disappointing campign in the 2021 T20 World Cup. While Ravi Shastri-led support staff resigned, Virat Kohli had already announced the decision to step aside from T20I captaincy post the World Cup. However, Kohli was then sacked as ODI captain by the BCCI, in early December, before he also resigned from the top post in Tests. Thus, the baton was passed to Rohit Sharma as he slowly took over as the full-time captain in early 2022. While Rohit and Rahul Dravid, Shastri's successor, revamped the team and changed India's playing style, being more aggressive with the bat, India went into the T20 World Cup 2022 edition as the No. 1 ranked side and one of the top contenders. India topped their group in the Super 12 round, however, they bowed out in the semi-finals with a heavy ten-wicket defeat at the hands of eventual winners England. After India's T20 WC campaign, in Australia, former Pakistan skipper Salman Butt has taken a jibe at BCCI for sacking Kohli as captain and made a big claim. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Butt opined, "When they had sacked Kohli, there was no valid reason for that. The reason was that he did not win an ICC trophy. How many captains have actually won the ICC trophy? Many have spent their entire career without it. Ab jeet liye? (Have they won it now)? He was a quality captain. He wasn't the only reason why the team had lost. It is not that the team has drastically improved now. If it was all about winning then it's not that Dhoni can't play in the T20s." Also read: From Ireland's delight to Kohli's dazzle: Top moments from T20 WC 2022 tournament Butt further added, "The format itself is so fickle and World Cups are happening so frequently and then you have various leagues going on in between. And above that if you have someone who is fit, ready to go and can lead you tactically then why not? Grooming can happen in bigger formats as well. But again it's all about their mindset." Currently, Rohit and many regulars such as Kohli, KL Rahul, etc. aren't part of India's white-ball tour of New Zealand post the T20 WC. Hardik Pandya is leading the Men in Blue in the three T20Is versus NZ and many reports suggest that BCCI is looking at him as the next T20I skipper, succeeding the 35-year-old Rohit keeping in view the 2024 T20 WC.

'Have they won it now?' - Former Pakistan skipper slams BCCI for sacking Virat Kohli as captain after T20 WC

<p>Rohit Sharma-led India bowed out of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition with an ignoble 10-wicket defeat at the hands of eventual champions England in the semi-finals. After India's crushing loss, many former cricketers shared their opinions on India's overall run in the mega event and now Mohammed Kaif has joined the bandwagon. In a recent interaction, Kaif mentioned a star player's name who he says should have been a part of the Indian squad but wasn't given a chance despite being ready for the big-ticket tournament.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking about Sanju Samson, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain, Kaif feels India missed a trick by not picking the swashbuckling keeper-batter despite his good run of form in the India-South Africa ODIs, just before the T20 WC in Australia.&nbsp; "Speaking of the future, I think one player was ready but was still not picked for the World Cup. Sanju Samson was ready for the No. 5 position. He has been playing in the IPL for many years and has been leading the Rajasthan Royals (RR) as well. He guided them to the finals too this year," he told SportsKeeda.</p>

<section><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/best-place-for-him-is-ex-india-opener-suggests-batting-position-for-rishabh-pant-ahead-of-nz-t20is-535081">'Best place for him is...' - Ex-India opener suggests batting position for Rishabh Pant ahead of NZ T20Is</a></strong>

<p>"Samson played match-winning knocks in the West Indies. When 2–3 wickets fall, he comes in and attacks. He has the ability to take on spinners and hit them for fours and sixes. He was ready but was not picked for the World Cup. That was a mistake," Kaif added.</p>

<p>At present, Samson-starrer India's T20I squad is in New Zealand for the three-match series versus the Kane Williamson-led Black Caps. The series opener was washed out due to persistent rain on Friday (November 18) in Wellington and the Men in Blue will now be in action on Sunday (November 20). In the absence of regulars such as Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, etc., Hardik Pandya-led India will look to challenge the Kiwis in their own backyard and give chances to youngsters.</p>
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Rohit Sharma-led India bowed out of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition with an ignoble 10-wicket defeat at the hands of eventual champions England in the semi-finals.

Rohit Sharma-led India bowed out of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition with an ignoble 10-wicket defeat at the hands of eventual champions England in the semi-finals. After India's crushing loss, many former cricketers shared their opinions on India's overall run in the mega event and now Mohammed Kaif has joined the bandwagon. In a recent interaction, Kaif mentioned a star player's name who he says should have been a part of the Indian squad but wasn't given a chance despite being ready for the big-ticket tournament. Speaking about Sanju Samson, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain, Kaif feels India missed a trick by not picking the swashbuckling keeper-batter despite his good run of form in the India-South Africa ODIs, just before the T20 WC in Australia. "Speaking of the future, I think one player was ready but was still not picked for the World Cup. Sanju Samson was ready for the No. 5 position. He has been playing in the IPL for many years and has been leading the Rajasthan Royals (RR) as well. He guided them to the finals too this year," he told SportsKeeda. Also read: 'Best place for him is...' - Ex-India opener suggests batting position for Rishabh Pant ahead of NZ T20Is "Samson played match-winning knocks in the West Indies. When 2–3 wickets fall, he comes in and attacks. He has the ability to take on spinners and hit them for fours and sixes. He was ready but was not picked for the World Cup. That was a mistake," Kaif added. At present, Samson-starrer India's T20I squad is in New Zealand for the three-match series versus the Kane Williamson-led Black Caps. The series opener was washed out due to persistent rain on Friday (November 18) in Wellington and the Men in Blue will now be in action on Sunday (November 20). In the absence of regulars such as Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, etc., Hardik Pandya-led India will look to challenge the Kiwis in their own backyard and give chances to youngsters.

'One player was ready but not picked' - Kaif names star batter who should've been in India's T20 WC squad

<p>India is gearing up for their upcoming three-match T20I series versus New Zealand, starting on November 18. In the absence of regular captain Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya is set to captain India in the T20I series. While Rohit will return for the Bangladesh tour, former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels Hitman can continue to lead in Tests and ODIs whereas the national side can have a separate T20I captain given the amount of cricket being played in a calendar year.</p>

<p>During a select media call organised by Prime Video, Shastri opined, "For T20 cricket, there is no harm in having a new captain. Because the volume of cricket is such that for one player, to play all three formats of the game is never going to be easy. If Rohit is already leading in Tests and ODIs, there is no harm in identifying a new T20I captain and if his name is Hardik Pandya, so be it."</p>

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<p>The ex-India coach also questioned head coach Rahul Dravid for his constant breaks. In a presser ahead of the T20I series between India and the Black Caps, he said, "I do not believe in&nbsp;breaks. Because I want to understand my team, I want to understand my players and I want to then&nbsp;be in control of that team. These breaks... what do you need that many breaks for to be honest? You get your 2-3 months of the IPL, that's enough for you to rest as a coach. But other times, I think a coach should be hands on, whoever he is."</p>

<p>In Dravid's absence, VVS Laxman is donning the head coach's hat for India's tour of NZ, featuring three T20Is and ODIs each. Here's India's squad for the NZ tour:</p>

<p><strong>Squad for NZ T20Is</strong>: Hardik Pandya (C), Rishabh Pant (VC &amp; wk), Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, Mohd. Siraj, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umran Malik.</p>

<p><strong>Squad for NZ ODIs:</strong>&nbsp;Shikhar Dhawan (C), Rishabh Pant (VC &amp; wk), Shubman Gill, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Shahbaz Ahmed, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Deepak Chahar, Kuldeep Sen, Umran Malik.</p>


India is gearing up for their upcoming three-match T20I series versus New Zealand, starting on November 18. In the absence of regular captain Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya is set to captain India in the T20I series.

India is gearing up for their upcoming three-match T20I series versus New Zealand, starting on November 18. In the absence of regular captain Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya is set to captain India in the T20I series. While Rohit will return for the Bangladesh tour, former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels Hitman can continue to lead in Tests and ODIs whereas the national side can have a separate T20I captain given the amount of cricket being played in a calendar year. During a select media call organised by Prime Video, Shastri opined, "For T20 cricket, there is no harm in having a new captain. Because the volume of cricket is such that for one player, to play all three formats of the game is never going to be easy. If Rohit is already leading in Tests and ODIs, there is no harm in identifying a new T20I captain and if his name is Hardik Pandya, so be it." Also read: 'What do you need that many breaks for' - Shastri not in favour of Dravid being granted frequent rests The ex-India coach also questioned head coach Rahul Dravid for his constant breaks. In a presser ahead of the T20I series between India and the Black Caps, he said, "I do not believe in breaks. Because I want to understand my team, I want to understand my players and I want to then be in control of that team. These breaks... what do you need that many breaks for to be honest? You get your 2-3 months of the IPL, that's enough for you to rest as a coach. But other times, I think a coach should be hands on, whoever he is." In Dravid's absence, VVS Laxman is donning the head coach's hat for India's tour of NZ, featuring three T20Is and ODIs each. Here's India's squad for the NZ tour: Squad for NZ T20Is: Hardik Pandya (C), Rishabh Pant (VC & wk), Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, Mohd. Siraj, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umran Malik. Squad for NZ ODIs: Shikhar Dhawan (C), Rishabh Pant (VC & wk), Shubman Gill, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Shahbaz Ahmed, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Deepak Chahar, Kuldeep Sen, Umran Malik.

'No harm in...' - Former head coach Ravi Shastri wants India to have a separate T20I skipper

<p>Rahul Dravid has been rested for India's upcoming tour of New Zealand. Dravid was given some rest by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) after the end of India's T20 World Cup campaign in Australia. Under Dravid, Rohit Sharma-led India topped their group in the Super 12 round but bowed out of the competition with a heavy ten-wicket defeat at the hands of eventual winners England in the semi-finals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the series, BCCI was quick to give a break to Dravid whereas many regulars such as captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, etc. have also been rested for the white-ball tour of NZ, which gets underway on Friday (November 18) in Wellington. Ahead of the series, former India head coach&nbsp;Ravi Shastri has questioned Dravid for his frequent breaks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I do not believe in&nbsp;breaks," Shastri said during a virtual press conference ahead of India-NZ&nbsp;first T20I. "Because I want to understand my team, I want to understand my players and I want to then, be in control of that team. These breaks... what do you need that many breaks for to be honest? You get your 2-3 months of the IPL, that's enough for you to rest as a coach. But other times, I think a coach should be hands on, whoever he is."</p>

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<p>Along with Dravid, batting coach Vikram Rathour and bowling coach&nbsp;Paras Mhambrey have also been rested for the NZ tour. The duo have been replaced by&nbsp;Hrishikesh Kanitkar and Sairaj Bahutule respectively. The trio will return during India's tour of Bangladesh in December, where they play two Tests and three ODIs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shastri&nbsp;served as India's head coach from late 2017 till the 2021 T20 WC, in the UAE. During his tenure, he&nbsp;pretty much served as the coach during the entire course of his tenure irrespective of which ever team played for India. During India's last tour of SL, in July 2021, Dravid filled in for Shastri as the head coach when India's second-stringed white-ball side toured the Lankan nation whereas Shastri-Virat Kohli-led India's red-ball team were involved in a five-match Test series in England.</p>

<p>Similarly this year, VVS Laxman filled in for Dravid during Hardik Pandya-led India's two T20Is versus Ireland, in Dublin, and the three-match ODI series versus hosts Zimbabwe in August. During the Ireland trip, Dravid was with the Indian Test team, in the United Kingdom, whereas given rest for the Zimbabwe tour.</p>


Rahul Dravid has been rested for India's upcoming tour of New Zealand. Dravid was given some rest by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) after the end of India's T20 World Cup campaign in Australia.

Rahul Dravid has been rested for India's upcoming tour of New Zealand. Dravid was given some rest by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) after the end of India's T20 World Cup campaign in Australia. Under Dravid, Rohit Sharma-led India topped their group in the Super 12 round but bowed out of the competition with a heavy ten-wicket defeat at the hands of eventual winners England in the semi-finals. After the series, BCCI was quick to give a break to Dravid whereas many regulars such as captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, etc. have also been rested for the white-ball tour of NZ, which gets underway on Friday (November 18) in Wellington. Ahead of the series, former India head coach Ravi Shastri has questioned Dravid for his frequent breaks. "I do not believe in breaks," Shastri said during a virtual press conference ahead of India-NZ first T20I. "Because I want to understand my team, I want to understand my players and I want to then, be in control of that team. These breaks... what do you need that many breaks for to be honest? You get your 2-3 months of the IPL, that's enough for you to rest as a coach. But other times, I think a coach should be hands on, whoever he is." Also read: Simply UNBELIEVABLE! Ashton Agar pulls off a crazy effort to save a certain six in Aus-Eng 1st ODI - Watch Along with Dravid, batting coach Vikram Rathour and bowling coach Paras Mhambrey have also been rested for the NZ tour. The duo have been replaced by Hrishikesh Kanitkar and Sairaj Bahutule respectively. The trio will return during India's tour of Bangladesh in December, where they play two Tests and three ODIs. Shastri served as India's head coach from late 2017 till the 2021 T20 WC, in the UAE. During his tenure, he pretty much served as the coach during the entire course of his tenure irrespective of which ever team played for India. During India's last tour of SL, in July 2021, Dravid filled in for Shastri as the head coach when India's second-stringed white-ball side toured the Lankan nation whereas Shastri-Virat Kohli-led India's red-ball team were involved in a five-match Test series in England. Similarly this year, VVS Laxman filled in for Dravid during Hardik Pandya-led India's two T20Is versus Ireland, in Dublin, and the three-match ODI series versus hosts Zimbabwe in August. During the Ireland trip, Dravid was with the Indian Test team, in the United Kingdom, whereas given rest for the Zimbabwe tour.

'What do you need that many breaks for' - Shastri not in favour of Dravid being granted frequent rests

<p>India is set to take on New Zealand in the first of the three-match T20I series, in Wellington, on Friday (November 18). After the dismal end to their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign, in Australia, the Men in Blue will start a new cycle, keeping the next edition of the T20 WC in mind, with plenty of youngsters in focus. In the absence of many regular players such as captain Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, etc., the focus will be on stand-in captain Hardik Pandya, his deputy Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill and the likes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahead of the series opener, former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer has chosen a new batting slot for keeper-batter Pant. Many former cricketers believe Pant can be most effective if he bats higher up in the order. Jaffer has also backed the swashbuckling left-hander to open the innings in a series where India are without their key players. "The best place for Pant to bat is at the top of the order,” Jaffer was quoted as saying on ESPNcricinfo.&nbsp;“When fielders are up and Pant gets going at the start of the innings, he becomes a dangerous player like he bats in Tests and ODIs. Once he gets a start of 20-30, then he is dangerous. I don’t think fielders outside doesn’t matter to him,” the veteran further stated.</p>

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<p>“When he comes in at No.5, the pressure is on him and it’s difficult for him to hit sixes. Pant is the kind of player you want to give India a blistering start,” Jaffer added.</p>

<p>Recently, Robin Uthappa -- part of MS Dhoni-led India's victorious 2007 T20 WC campaign -- also shared a similar opinion with regard to Pant's batting spot in the shortest format for Team India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The next World Cup is in two years' time. So, keeping the conditions there in mind, I feel Rishabh Pant should bat in the top 3," Uthappa told&nbsp;<em>Sportskeeda </em>in a recent interaction. "If you look at his IPL records, his best performances have come when he has opened or when he has batted at No. 3. So, you have to give him the opportunity to become a match-winner in that position," he further asserted.</p>

<p>Given India are eyeing a revamp in their playing style in T20Is, it might be possible that the team management can promote Pant as an opener.&nbsp;</p>


India is set to take on New Zealand in the first of the three-match T20I series, in Wellington, on Friday (November 18). After the dismal end to their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign, in Australia, the Men in Blue will start a new cycle, keeping the next edition of the T20 WC in mind, with plenty of youngsters in focus.

India is set to take on New Zealand in the first of the three-match T20I series, in Wellington, on Friday (November 18). After the dismal end to their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign, in Australia, the Men in Blue will start a new cycle, keeping the next edition of the T20 WC in mind, with plenty of youngsters in focus. In the absence of many regular players such as captain Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, etc., the focus will be on stand-in captain Hardik Pandya, his deputy Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill and the likes. Ahead of the series opener, former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer has chosen a new batting slot for keeper-batter Pant. Many former cricketers believe Pant can be most effective if he bats higher up in the order. Jaffer has also backed the swashbuckling left-hander to open the innings in a series where India are without their key players. "The best place for Pant to bat is at the top of the order,” Jaffer was quoted as saying on ESPNcricinfo. “When fielders are up and Pant gets going at the start of the innings, he becomes a dangerous player like he bats in Tests and ODIs. Once he gets a start of 20-30, then he is dangerous. I don’t think fielders outside doesn’t matter to him,” the veteran further stated. Also read: 'What do you need that many breaks for' - Shastri not in favour of Dravid being granted frequent rests “When he comes in at No.5, the pressure is on him and it’s difficult for him to hit sixes. Pant is the kind of player you want to give India a blistering start,” Jaffer added. Recently, Robin Uthappa -- part of MS Dhoni-led India's victorious 2007 T20 WC campaign -- also shared a similar opinion with regard to Pant's batting spot in the shortest format for Team India. "The next World Cup is in two years' time. So, keeping the conditions there in mind, I feel Rishabh Pant should bat in the top 3," Uthappa told Sportskeeda in a recent interaction. "If you look at his IPL records, his best performances have come when he has opened or when he has batted at No. 3. So, you have to give him the opportunity to become a match-winner in that position," he further asserted. Given India are eyeing a revamp in their playing style in T20Is, it might be possible that the team management can promote Pant as an opener.

'Best place for him is...' - Ex-India opener suggests batting position for Rishabh Pant ahead of NZ T20Is

<p>After the disappointments of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, Team India is now gearing up for their upcoming three-match T20I series versus hosts New Zealand. With many regulars not being part of the tour, Hardik Pandya will lead the side with Rishabh Pant as his deputy.</p>

<p>With a semi-final defeat in the recently-concluded T20 WC, in Australia, India will now look to revamp and restart with the next edition of the World Cup to be held in 2024. The NZ series can give a sneak peak into the mindset of the team. With regular skipper Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli and others not part of the tour, the young batters&nbsp;are expected to take more responsibility and get more chances at the top order. Amid all this, former Indian batter Robin Uthappa has suggested a new batting slot for Pant.</p>

<p>"The next World Cup is in two years' time. So, keeping the conditions there in mind, I feel Rishabh Pant should bat in the top 3," he told&nbsp;<em>Sportskeeda</em>. "If you look at his IPL records, his best performances have come when he has opened or when he has batted at No. 3. So, you have to give him the opportunity to become a match-winner in that position," he further opined.</p>

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<p>Pant featured in only two games for India in the T20 WC 2022 edition. So far, the swashbuckling left-hander hasn't done anything extra ordinary in the shortest format and will hope to get going from the opening match itself versus the Kiwis. He has played 64 T20Is and has managed 970 runs at a strike rate of&nbsp;127.12.</p>

<p>The first T20I kicks off on November 18 at&nbsp;Sky Stadium, Wellington.</p>

<p><strong>Squad for NZ T20Is</strong>: Hardik Pandya (C), Rishabh Pant (VC &amp; wk), Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, Mohd. Siraj, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umran Malik.</p>

<p><strong>Squad for NZ ODIs:</strong>&nbsp;Shikhar Dhawan (C), Rishabh Pant (VC &amp; wk), Shubman Gill, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Shahbaz Ahmed, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Deepak Chahar, Kuldeep Sen, Umran Malik.</p>


After the disappointments of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, Team India is now gearing up for their upcoming three-match T20I series versus hosts New Zealand. With many regulars not being part of the tour, Hardik Pandya will lead the side with Rishabh Pant as his deputy.

After the disappointments of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, Team India is now gearing up for their upcoming three-match T20I series versus hosts New Zealand. With many regulars not being part of the tour, Hardik Pandya will lead the side with Rishabh Pant as his deputy. With a semi-final defeat in the recently-concluded T20 WC, in Australia, India will now look to revamp and restart with the next edition of the World Cup to be held in 2024. The NZ series can give a sneak peak into the mindset of the team. With regular skipper Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli and others not part of the tour, the young batters are expected to take more responsibility and get more chances at the top order. Amid all this, former Indian batter Robin Uthappa has suggested a new batting slot for Pant. "The next World Cup is in two years' time. So, keeping the conditions there in mind, I feel Rishabh Pant should bat in the top 3," he told Sportskeeda. "If you look at his IPL records, his best performances have come when he has opened or when he has batted at No. 3. So, you have to give him the opportunity to become a match-winner in that position," he further opined. Also read: 'Everything is fine': Ravindra Jadeja shuns rift rumours with MS Dhoni-led CSK after being retained Pant featured in only two games for India in the T20 WC 2022 edition. So far, the swashbuckling left-hander hasn't done anything extra ordinary in the shortest format and will hope to get going from the opening match itself versus the Kiwis. He has played 64 T20Is and has managed 970 runs at a strike rate of 127.12. The first T20I kicks off on November 18 at Sky Stadium, Wellington. Squad for NZ T20Is: Hardik Pandya (C), Rishabh Pant (VC & wk), Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, Mohd. Siraj, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umran Malik. Squad for NZ ODIs: Shikhar Dhawan (C), Rishabh Pant (VC & wk), Shubman Gill, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Shahbaz Ahmed, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Deepak Chahar, Kuldeep Sen, Umran Malik.

'His best performances have...' - Ex-India batter suggests batting spot for Rishabh Pant ahead of NZ T20Is

<p>India's run in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition remains a big talking point. After the end of the tournament in Australia, with England beating Pakistan in the final, former cricketers and experts of the game continue to dwell on Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue's campaign Down Under.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India beat Pakistan, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, Netherlands but lost to South Africa (in a low-scoring thriller) and England in a one-sided semi-final contest in Adelaide. Atul Wassan, India's ex-pacer, has now joined the bandwagon and opined on Rohit's captaincy as well as on calls taken by the Indian team management. Further, he opined that India will gain nothing from retaining Rohit as the T20I captain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We could see two level of cricketers. At least something should have happened. You can't even find a fault. I feel that you can't blame the captaincy. Afterall, it was the team management that was taking all decisions. Rohit Sharma did not take a single call. He only decided where to hide on the field," former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan told ABP News.</p>

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<p>On Rohit's future as captain in the shortest format, with the next T20 WC in 2024, Wassan said, ""Yes, I feel so (that Rohit's time as India's T20 captain is over). You always plan between two World Cups and I don't think Indian cricket will gain anything by retaining him as captain. We won't get any return for such an investment. You have two options in front of you - Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant. I am still besides myself, can't believe what happened. I felt as if India batted in Adelaide and England in Sharjah."</p>

<p>Amid criticism on Rohit, calls for making Hardik Pandya the new T20I captain is growing with each passing day. Hardik will lead a second-stringed Indian T20I team in the forthcoming New Zealand tour.</p>


India's run in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition remains a big talking point. After the end of the tournament in Australia, with England beating Pakistan in the final, former cricketers and experts of the game continue to dwell on Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue's campaign Down Under.

India's run in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition remains a big talking point. After the end of the tournament in Australia, with England beating Pakistan in the final, former cricketers and experts of the game continue to dwell on Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue's campaign Down Under. India beat Pakistan, Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, Netherlands but lost to South Africa (in a low-scoring thriller) and England in a one-sided semi-final contest in Adelaide. Atul Wassan, India's ex-pacer, has now joined the bandwagon and opined on Rohit's captaincy as well as on calls taken by the Indian team management. Further, he opined that India will gain nothing from retaining Rohit as the T20I captain. "We could see two level of cricketers. At least something should have happened. You can't even find a fault. I feel that you can't blame the captaincy. Afterall, it was the team management that was taking all decisions. Rohit Sharma did not take a single call. He only decided where to hide on the field," former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan told ABP News. Also read: Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul or Rishabh Pant? Former chief selector names India's captain for 2024 T20 World Cup On Rohit's future as captain in the shortest format, with the next T20 WC in 2024, Wassan said, ""Yes, I feel so (that Rohit's time as India's T20 captain is over). You always plan between two World Cups and I don't think Indian cricket will gain anything by retaining him as captain. We won't get any return for such an investment. You have two options in front of you - Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant. I am still besides myself, can't believe what happened. I felt as if India batted in Adelaide and England in Sharjah." Amid criticism on Rohit, calls for making Hardik Pandya the new T20I captain is growing with each passing day. Hardik will lead a second-stringed Indian T20I team in the forthcoming New Zealand tour.

'Rohit only decided where to hide...': Former pacer on Hitman's captaincy after India's T20 WC campaign

<p>India's run in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition ended with a heavy defeat at the hands of eventual winners England in the semi-finals. Being asked to bat first, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Rohit Sharma-led India rode on half-centuries from Virat Kohli (40-ball 50) and Hardik Pandya (33-ball 63) to post an at-par total; 168 for 6. Nonetheless, it wasn't enough as England openers Jos Buttler (40-ball 80) and Alex Hales (46-ball 87 not out) chased down the target with an unbeaten 170-run opening stand with four overs to spare.</p>

<p>With this performance, India's T20 WC dreams were shattered and many have raised fingers at the team selection, captaincy and India's playing template in the shortest format. As wholesome changes are expected going ahead, former Indian chief selector and 1983 ODI World Cup-winning member Kris Srikkanth has named his choice on who should lead India in T20Is in&nbsp;the 2024 T20 World Cup, in West Indies and USA.</p>

<p>"See if I was the chairman of the selection committee, I would say that Hardik Pandya should be the captain of the 2024 World Cup, straight away, I had put it that way – number one," the former chief selector said in an interaction with Star Sports.</p>

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<p>"And start rebuilding a side right from today, that is from the New Zealand series which is going to happen in a weeks' time. You start from today, the preparation for the World Cup, you need to understand, starts 2 years in advance. So, you do whatever you want to do, the trial and error policy, do whatever you want, try it for one year, then you form a team and by 2023 make sure this is going to be at the level that is going to play the World Cup," the former opener asserted.</p>

<p>Srikkanth also stressed the fact&nbsp;that India desperately need more fast bowling all-rounders. "You need more fast-ball all-rounders. Let’s see, 1983 World Cup, 2011 World Cup, 2007 T20 World Cup, why did we win? We had many fast-ball all-rounders and semi all-rounders. So, to identify these guys - guys like (Deepak) Hooda, like Hooda, there are going to be so many more Hoodas," he added.</p>

<p>Hardik-led India will now take on hosts New Zealand in three T20Is, starting on November 18, with many regulars being rested. Nonetheless, many have named Hardik as the next T20I captain and few good performances as a leader can see him attain the top post. At present, KL Rahul is Rohit's deputy across formats.&nbsp;</p>


India's run in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition ended with a heavy defeat at the hands of eventual winners England in the semi-finals. Being asked to bat first, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Rohit Sharma-led India rode on half-centuries from Virat Kohli (40-ball 50) and Hardik Pandya (33-ball 63) to post an at-par total; 168 for 6.

India's run in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition ended with a heavy defeat at the hands of eventual winners England in the semi-finals. Being asked to bat first, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Rohit Sharma-led India rode on half-centuries from Virat Kohli (40-ball 50) and Hardik Pandya (33-ball 63) to post an at-par total; 168 for 6. Nonetheless, it wasn't enough as England openers Jos Buttler (40-ball 80) and Alex Hales (46-ball 87 not out) chased down the target with an unbeaten 170-run opening stand with four overs to spare. With this performance, India's T20 WC dreams were shattered and many have raised fingers at the team selection, captaincy and India's playing template in the shortest format. As wholesome changes are expected going ahead, former Indian chief selector and 1983 ODI World Cup-winning member Kris Srikkanth has named his choice on who should lead India in T20Is in the 2024 T20 World Cup, in West Indies and USA. "See if I was the chairman of the selection committee, I would say that Hardik Pandya should be the captain of the 2024 World Cup, straight away, I had put it that way – number one," the former chief selector said in an interaction with Star Sports. ALSO READ | Monty Panesar names three players whose T20I retirement is on cards after India's T20 WC campaign "And start rebuilding a side right from today, that is from the New Zealand series which is going to happen in a weeks' time. You start from today, the preparation for the World Cup, you need to understand, starts 2 years in advance. So, you do whatever you want to do, the trial and error policy, do whatever you want, try it for one year, then you form a team and by 2023 make sure this is going to be at the level that is going to play the World Cup," the former opener asserted. Srikkanth also stressed the fact that India desperately need more fast bowling all-rounders. "You need more fast-ball all-rounders. Let’s see, 1983 World Cup, 2011 World Cup, 2007 T20 World Cup, why did we win? We had many fast-ball all-rounders and semi all-rounders. So, to identify these guys - guys like (Deepak) Hooda, like Hooda, there are going to be so many more Hoodas," he added. Hardik-led India will now take on hosts New Zealand in three T20Is, starting on November 18, with many regulars being rested. Nonetheless, many have named Hardik as the next T20I captain and few good performances as a leader can see him attain the top post. At present, KL Rahul is Rohit's deputy across formats.

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<p>Rohit Sharma-led India had a disappointing end to the T20 World Cup 2022 campaign. The 2007 winners topped their group to reach the last four round but were demolished by eventual champions England by ten wickets in the semi-finals to return home. Thus, the senior men's team's wait for an ICC title continues since 2013. After their dismal performance in the semi-final, many former cricketers and experts of the game have heavily criticised Team India and their style of play and called for the inclusion of young faces in the T20I set up.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Many expect Hardik Pandya to succeed Rohit as the T20I captain, who will also lead a second-stringed side in the forthcoming three T20Is versus hosts New Zealand, whereas some senior players are expected to take a call on their future in the shortest format. Amid all this, former English spinner Monty Panesar has called for the likes of Rohit, R Ashwin and Dinesh Karthik to retire.</p>

<p>"India disappointed everyone (with the way they lost in the semi-final), and I think there are some retirements coming up," Panesar told Times of India. "Let's be honest. India didn't put up a fight in the semis. It was a completely one-sided affair. Indian bowling looked clueless in front of Buttler and Hales. You are playing the semis and you need to give a solid fight; 168 is not a small score," he pointed out.</p>

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<p>Panesar, who troubled the Indians with his spin bowling in Alastair Cook-led England's famous Test series win versus hosts India in 2012-13, further added, "Rohit, Dinesh Karthik and R Ashwin are the top names who could say goodbye to T20I cricket. The team management will surely have a meeting with these guys and will ask them about their plans... It is time these players make way for young players."</p>

<p>"Virat is in great form. He is the fittest among all the Indian players. Age is just a number for Virat considering his super fitness. You may see him in the 2024 T20 World Cup. I&nbsp;am not seeing Rohit being part of that tournament, DK and Ashwin too (may not be there). There could be more players (considering T20I retirement), but these three, I think, will leave T20Is and focus on Tests and ODIs," Panesar concluded.</p>

<p>The likes of Rohit, Ashwin and DK are above 35 years of age. Given the three didn't have a great run in the just-concluded T20 WC, the trio are expected to be sidelined from the format or they can consider retirement in order to focus on other formats.&nbsp;</p>


Rohit Sharma-led India had a disappointing end to the T20 World Cup 2022 campaign. The 2007 winners topped their group to reach the last four round but were demolished by eventual champions England by ten wickets in the semi-finals to return home.

Rohit Sharma-led India had a disappointing end to the T20 World Cup 2022 campaign. The 2007 winners topped their group to reach the last four round but were demolished by eventual champions England by ten wickets in the semi-finals to return home. Thus, the senior men's team's wait for an ICC title continues since 2013. After their dismal performance in the semi-final, many former cricketers and experts of the game have heavily criticised Team India and their style of play and called for the inclusion of young faces in the T20I set up. Many expect Hardik Pandya to succeed Rohit as the T20I captain, who will also lead a second-stringed side in the forthcoming three T20Is versus hosts New Zealand, whereas some senior players are expected to take a call on their future in the shortest format. Amid all this, former English spinner Monty Panesar has called for the likes of Rohit, R Ashwin and Dinesh Karthik to retire. "India disappointed everyone (with the way they lost in the semi-final), and I think there are some retirements coming up," Panesar told Times of India. "Let's be honest. India didn't put up a fight in the semis. It was a completely one-sided affair. Indian bowling looked clueless in front of Buttler and Hales. You are playing the semis and you need to give a solid fight; 168 is not a small score," he pointed out. ALSO READ | We shouldn’t cultivate hate: Shahid Afridi reacts to Mohammed Shami's 'karma' tweet for Shoaib Akhtar Panesar, who troubled the Indians with his spin bowling in Alastair Cook-led England's famous Test series win versus hosts India in 2012-13, further added, "Rohit, Dinesh Karthik and R Ashwin are the top names who could say goodbye to T20I cricket. The team management will surely have a meeting with these guys and will ask them about their plans... It is time these players make way for young players." "Virat is in great form. He is the fittest among all the Indian players. Age is just a number for Virat considering his super fitness. You may see him in the 2024 T20 World Cup. I am not seeing Rohit being part of that tournament, DK and Ashwin too (may not be there). There could be more players (considering T20I retirement), but these three, I think, will leave T20Is and focus on Tests and ODIs," Panesar concluded. The likes of Rohit, Ashwin and DK are above 35 years of age. Given the three didn't have a great run in the just-concluded T20 WC, the trio are expected to be sidelined from the format or they can consider retirement in order to focus on other formats.

Monty Panesar names three players whose T20I retirement is on cards after India's T20 WC campaign

<p>Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has defended the Rohit Sharma-led side that was ousted from the knockout stage of the T20 World Cup 2022 after losing to England in the semi-final.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Team India faced flak after their performance in the semis. Former English captain Michael Vaughan called India the "worst underperforming white-ball team in history".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tendulkar also said that he was disappointed at the humiliating loss. However, he urged the critics not to "judge" the side based on one defeat.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the semis on Thursday, England outclassed India and defeated the Men In Blue by ten wickets at Adelaide Oval after the batting line-up failed to fire, posting a total of a modest 168/6.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, in a recent video to the news agency, the legendary batter said, "It was a tough game for us, 170 for no loss….that’s a bad defeat. Rather disappointing."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, "But also, let’s not judge our team only by this performance because we have been world number one T20 side as well. To get to that number one spot, it does not happen overnight. You have to play good cricket over a period of time and that is what the team has done."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"By no means I’m trying to say that these performances are okay, players also did not want to go out and fail. But every day it doesn’t happen. In sport, these ups and downs are there. It cannot be that victory is ours and losses are theirs. We have to be in it together," the Master Blaster further said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>During the match, India scored 168 and while chasing it, Hales scored 86 and Buttler made 80 to inspire their team to win the crucial match with four overs to spare.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per Tendulkar, 168 at the Adelaide Oval wasn’t a great total. He noted that the dimensions of the ground are completely different. Tendulkar said, "Side boundaries are really really short. Maybe 190 or around that would’ve been a good total. 168 at Adelaide is equivalent to 150 or so on any other ground and to me that is not a competitive total."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Let’s accept that we did not put up a good total on the board. So was the case with our bowling, when it came to picking wickets we were unsuccessful," he added.&nbsp;</p>


Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has defended the Rohit Sharma-led side that was ousted from the knockout stage of the T20 World Cup 2022 after losing to England in the semi-final.

Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has defended the Rohit Sharma-led side that was ousted from the knockout stage of the T20 World Cup 2022 after losing to England in the semi-final. Team India faced flak after their performance in the semis. Former English captain Michael Vaughan called India the "worst underperforming white-ball team in history". Tendulkar also said that he was disappointed at the humiliating loss. However, he urged the critics not to "judge" the side based on one defeat. During the semis on Thursday, England outclassed India and defeated the Men In Blue by ten wickets at Adelaide Oval after the batting line-up failed to fire, posting a total of a modest 168/6. ALSO READ | Watch: Harry Kane, Gareth Southgate wish England cricket team for T20 WC final against Pakistan Meanwhile, in a recent video to the news agency, the legendary batter said, "It was a tough game for us, 170 for no loss….that’s a bad defeat. Rather disappointing." He added, "But also, let’s not judge our team only by this performance because we have been world number one T20 side as well. To get to that number one spot, it does not happen overnight. You have to play good cricket over a period of time and that is what the team has done." "By no means I’m trying to say that these performances are okay, players also did not want to go out and fail. But every day it doesn’t happen. In sport, these ups and downs are there. It cannot be that victory is ours and losses are theirs. We have to be in it together," the Master Blaster further said. ALSO READ | Pakistan vs England T20 World Cup final prediction: Can Babar Azam emulate Imran Khan's 1992 feat? #WATCH | I know that the Semi Finals against England was very disappointing. Let's accept that we did not put up a good total on the board. It was a tough game for us, a bad and disappointing defeat. We have been World number 1 T-20 side as well: Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar to ANI pic.twitter.com/zjT3SjwZ8l — ANI (@ANI) November 12, 2022 × During the match, India scored 168 and while chasing it, Hales scored 86 and Buttler made 80 to inspire their team to win the crucial match with four overs to spare. As per Tendulkar, 168 at the Adelaide Oval wasn’t a great total. He noted that the dimensions of the ground are completely different. Tendulkar said, "Side boundaries are really really short. Maybe 190 or around that would’ve been a good total. 168 at Adelaide is equivalent to 150 or so on any other ground and to me that is not a competitive total." "Let’s accept that we did not put up a good total on the board. So was the case with our bowling, when it came to picking wickets we were unsuccessful," he added.

T20WC: India's loss to England in semis 'disappointing' but let's not judge team by one defeat, says Tendulkar

<p>India had another terrible end to their campaign in another&nbsp;men's ICC event with a humiliating ten-wicket loss to England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. On Thursday (November 10), Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. locked horns with Jos Buttler-led England, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, and were asked to bat first.</p>

<p>Riding on half-centuries from Virat Kohli (40-ball 50) and Hardik Pandya's scintillating 33-ball 63 to post 168 for 6. Their timid approach, along with English bowlers bowling the right lengths, led to India posting below 185-190. In reply, Buttler's 80* and Alex Hales' 47-ball 86 not out led the 2010 winners to the final, where they face Pakistan at the MCG, Melbourne on Sunday (November 13).</p>

<p>Following this defeat, India remain trophyless in big-ticket events since 2013. Since then, the senior men's team have lost four semis and two finals. Their last ICC title came under MS Dhoni, under whom India won all three mega titles. After the loss, former Indian opener recalled Dhoni's achievements and said while speaking at Star Sports, "Someone will come and probably score more double 100s than Rohit Sharma and more 100s than Virat Kohli, but I don't think any Indian captain would be able to achieve three ICC trophies."</p>

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<p>Dhoni not only managed 17,266 runs, accounted for 824 dismissals behind the stumps but also led India to some memorable wins during his captaincy tenure.</p>

<p>India started their campaign with a narrow win over arch-rivals, beat the Netherlands and Zimbabwe convincingly, gave a tough fight before losing to South Africa and were challenged by Bangladesh before eemerging on top against them. They topped their group, with four wins, but were crushed by the Three Lions in the semi-finals.</p>

<p>With this, India's wait for an ICC title continues since 2013. They will now tour to New Zealand for a white-ball series.</p>


India had another terrible end to their campaign in another men's ICC event with a humiliating ten-wicket loss to England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition.

India had another terrible end to their campaign in another men's ICC event with a humiliating ten-wicket loss to England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. On Thursday (November 10), Rohit Sharma & Co. locked horns with Jos Buttler-led England, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, and were asked to bat first. Riding on half-centuries from Virat Kohli (40-ball 50) and Hardik Pandya's scintillating 33-ball 63 to post 168 for 6. Their timid approach, along with English bowlers bowling the right lengths, led to India posting below 185-190. In reply, Buttler's 80* and Alex Hales' 47-ball 86 not out led the 2010 winners to the final, where they face Pakistan at the MCG, Melbourne on Sunday (November 13). Following this defeat, India remain trophyless in big-ticket events since 2013. Since then, the senior men's team have lost four semis and two finals. Their last ICC title came under MS Dhoni, under whom India won all three mega titles. After the loss, former Indian opener recalled Dhoni's achievements and said while speaking at Star Sports, "Someone will come and probably score more double 100s than Rohit Sharma and more 100s than Virat Kohli, but I don't think any Indian captain would be able to achieve three ICC trophies." ALSO READ | There will be some retirements: Sunil Gavaskar after India's exit from T20 World Cup 2022 Dhoni not only managed 17,266 runs, accounted for 824 dismissals behind the stumps but also led India to some memorable wins during his captaincy tenure. India started their campaign with a narrow win over arch-rivals, beat the Netherlands and Zimbabwe convincingly, gave a tough fight before losing to South Africa and were challenged by Bangladesh before eemerging on top against them. They topped their group, with four wins, but were crushed by the Three Lions in the semi-finals. With this, India's wait for an ICC title continues since 2013. They will now tour to New Zealand for a white-ball series.

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<p>Rohit Sharma-led India lost to England by 10&nbsp;wickets in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Thursday (November 10). Being asked to bat first, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, India managed a par score of 168 for 6 but Jos Butler's 80 not out and Alex Hales' 86* propelled the Three Lions to the tournament final, where they face Pakistan at the MCG, Melbourne on Sunday (November 13).</p>

<p>With another heartbreaking result in an ICC event, the senior men's team's wait for a mega title continues since 2013. Post the defeat, many former cricketers have reacted to the T20 WC campaign and opined on the road ahead. Former Indian opener-turned-commentator Virender Sehwag has slammed the senior players and called for the inclusion of young faces who can play fearless cricket.</p>

<p>Sehwag pointed out that senior players are given&nbsp;rest during bilateral series,&nbsp;allowing&nbsp; youngsters to feature in the XI, however, the seniors pip the young guns -- irrespective of their performances in limited opportunities -- and to play the ICC events, where India have been without a title since 2013.</p>

<p>Sehwag said on Cricbuzz, "You are winning the bilateral series at home, but you need to see how many of your top players are playing there. They usually take a break, and new players get in who also taste victory in bilateral series. So, if they are winning there, then why can’t they be tried here (in the World Cup)."</p>

<p>"You never know. There are players who play the kind of fearless cricket we're talking about. Be it Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson, Prithvi Shaw, or Ruturaj Gaikwad. All of them are international players and score runs. As the seniors have been rested, several youngsters are set to tour New Zealand; what reward will they receive if they win in New Zealand?," he asked.</p>

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<p>"So, the pressure has to be there on seniors. They should be told that there are boys who are scoring well. And if the seniors don’t perform well, they might be told, ‘thank you, very much’ by the board," Sehwag further added.</p>

<p>Sehwag has a genuine point given India have had all the experience in past ICC events and still haven't won a mega title over the years. Many have called for a change in guard with Hardik Pandya to be named the T20I captain and a new team can revolve around him.</p>

<p>It remains to be seen in which direction is Team India headed post the T20 WC. For now, Hardik is set to lead India in the forthcoming T20I series in the New Zealand tour, from November 18, whereas Shikhar Dhawan will take charge of the ODI side versus the Kiwis.</p>

<p>Rohit, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, etc. will be back during the Bangladesh tour, in December 2022, featuring two Tests and three ODIs.</p>


Rohit Sharma-led India lost to England by 10 wickets in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Thursday (November 10). Being asked to bat first, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, India managed a par score of 168 for 6 but Jos Butler's 80 not out and Alex Hales' 86* propelled the Three Lions to the tournament final, where they face Pakistan at the MCG, Melbourne on Sunday (November 13).

Rohit Sharma-led India lost to England by 10 wickets in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Thursday (November 10). Being asked to bat first, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, India managed a par score of 168 for 6 but Jos Butler's 80 not out and Alex Hales' 86* propelled the Three Lions to the tournament final, where they face Pakistan at the MCG, Melbourne on Sunday (November 13). With another heartbreaking result in an ICC event, the senior men's team's wait for a mega title continues since 2013. Post the defeat, many former cricketers have reacted to the T20 WC campaign and opined on the road ahead. Former Indian opener-turned-commentator Virender Sehwag has slammed the senior players and called for the inclusion of young faces who can play fearless cricket. Sehwag pointed out that senior players are given rest during bilateral series, allowing youngsters to feature in the XI, however, the seniors pip the young guns -- irrespective of their performances in limited opportunities -- and to play the ICC events, where India have been without a title since 2013. Sehwag said on Cricbuzz, "You are winning the bilateral series at home, but you need to see how many of your top players are playing there. They usually take a break, and new players get in who also taste victory in bilateral series. So, if they are winning there, then why can’t they be tried here (in the World Cup)." "You never know. There are players who play the kind of fearless cricket we're talking about. Be it Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson, Prithvi Shaw, or Ruturaj Gaikwad. All of them are international players and score runs. As the seniors have been rested, several youngsters are set to tour New Zealand; what reward will they receive if they win in New Zealand?," he asked. ALSO READ | 'Don't think any Indian captain...': Gautam Gambhir recalls MS Dhoni's laurels after India's T20 WC exit "So, the pressure has to be there on seniors. They should be told that there are boys who are scoring well. And if the seniors don’t perform well, they might be told, ‘thank you, very much’ by the board," Sehwag further added. Sehwag has a genuine point given India have had all the experience in past ICC events and still haven't won a mega title over the years. Many have called for a change in guard with Hardik Pandya to be named the T20I captain and a new team can revolve around him. It remains to be seen in which direction is Team India headed post the T20 WC. For now, Hardik is set to lead India in the forthcoming T20I series in the New Zealand tour, from November 18, whereas Shikhar Dhawan will take charge of the ODI side versus the Kiwis. Rohit, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, etc. will be back during the Bangladesh tour, in December 2022, featuring two Tests and three ODIs.

'BCCI can say thank you if...': Sehwag slams seniors after T20 WC exit, calls for youngsters' inclusion

<p>Indian cricket fans are disheartended as the senior men's team once again fell flat in an ICC knockout game on Thursday (November 10). Playing England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, Rohit Sharma-led India managed 168 for 6, after being asked to bat first in Adelaide, and lost the game by a whopping ten-wicket margin to end their campaign on a dismal note.</p>

<p>With India's defeat in the T20 WC semi-finals, the senior team remains winless in ICC events since 2013. After the defeat, many have slammed the national side whereas Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja made heads turn with his glaring remark.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Hum apne aap ko doubt karte rehte hai. Aap dekhe world cricket kitni peeche reh gayi hai aur Pakistan kitna aage nikla hai. Aap dekhe, iss World Cup me nazar aa gaya. Ki billion-dollar ki industry wali teams peeche reh gayi hai aur hum jo hai woh upar nikal gaye hai. Toh kahi cheez toh theek kar rahe hai na hum. So uska aap enjoy bhi kare and respect bhi kare. Issi team main se, pichle mahine ne main hi teen players ICC ke best players declare huyi hai. Toh kahi cheez toh theek kar rahe hai na<em>&nbsp;</em>(<em>We always doubt&nbsp;ourselves. But this T20 World Cup has shown that Pakistan is far ahead of other billion-dollar teams. Thus, we ought to be doing somthing right. Three of our cricketers were even&nbsp;picked as ICC Player of the Month in October as well.</em>)," he said ahead of Babar Azam-led Pakistan's T20 WC&nbsp;final face-off versus England, at the MCG on November 13 (Sunday).</p>

<p>While Ramiz's remarks can be termed as a jibe towards Team India, which came shortly after their exit, the Rohit Sharma-led side have plenty to ponder up on as the road ahead will remain challenging as always. The Men in Blue will now tour New Zealand for a white-ball series sans many of their regular players.</p>


Indian cricket fans are disheartended as the senior men's team once again fell flat in an ICC knockout game on Thursday (November 10). Playing England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, Rohit Sharma-led India managed 168 for 6, after being asked to bat first in Adelaide, and lost the game by a whopping ten-wicket margin to end their campaign on a dismal note.

Indian cricket fans are disheartended as the senior men's team once again fell flat in an ICC knockout game on Thursday (November 10). Playing England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, Rohit Sharma-led India managed 168 for 6, after being asked to bat first in Adelaide, and lost the game by a whopping ten-wicket margin to end their campaign on a dismal note. With India's defeat in the T20 WC semi-finals, the senior team remains winless in ICC events since 2013. After the defeat, many have slammed the national side whereas Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja made heads turn with his glaring remark. ALSO READ | 'BCCI can say thank you if...': Sehwag slams seniors after T20 WC exit, calls for youngsters' inclusion "Hum apne aap ko doubt karte rehte hai. Aap dekhe world cricket kitni peeche reh gayi hai aur Pakistan kitna aage nikla hai. Aap dekhe, iss World Cup me nazar aa gaya. Ki billion-dollar ki industry wali teams peeche reh gayi hai aur hum jo hai woh upar nikal gaye hai. Toh kahi cheez toh theek kar rahe hai na hum. So uska aap enjoy bhi kare and respect bhi kare. Issi team main se, pichle mahine ne main hi teen players ICC ke best players declare huyi hai. Toh kahi cheez toh theek kar rahe hai na (We always doubt ourselves. But this T20 World Cup has shown that Pakistan is far ahead of other billion-dollar teams. Thus, we ought to be doing somthing right. Three of our cricketers were even picked as ICC Player of the Month in October as well.)," he said ahead of Babar Azam-led Pakistan's T20 WC final face-off versus England, at the MCG on November 13 (Sunday). While Ramiz's remarks can be termed as a jibe towards Team India, which came shortly after their exit, the Rohit Sharma-led side have plenty to ponder up on as the road ahead will remain challenging as always. The Men in Blue will now tour New Zealand for a white-ball series sans many of their regular players.

T20 World Cup: Ramiz Raja's 'billion-dollar industry team' remark makes heads turn after India's exit

<p>After the end of India's T20 World Cup, where they once again faltered in the semi-finals, head coach Rahul Dravid has been rested for the upcoming tour of New Zealand. In his absence, VVS Laxman will take don the coach's hat&nbsp;for the white-ball tour of NZ.</p>

<p>In addition, a&nbsp;PTI report has claimed that the duo of Hrishikesh Kanitkar and Sairaj Bahutule will join the New Zealand-bound squad, taking&nbsp;up the roles of batting and bowling coach respectively. Earlier, Laxman -- who succeeded Dravid as the NCA chief in December 2021 --&nbsp;served as the interim head coach in Dravid's absence during a second-stringed India's&nbsp;tour of Ireland (comprising two T20Is), three ODIs in Zimbabwe (mid-August) and last month's three-match 50-over series versus South Africa at home.&nbsp;Moreover, India's U-19 team had also won the 2022 ODI World Cup under Laxman's guidance.</p>

<p>Thus, Laxman is all set to take over the head coach's position&nbsp;in the absence of his former teammate Dravid. The latter has had a busy few months and has been given some break post India's ten-wicket loss to England in the second semi-final of the ongoing T20 WC in Australia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Hardik Pandya will lead the T20I line-up in the three-match series versus Kane Williamson's Black Caps, starting on November 18. Shikhar Dhawan will captain India in the following three ODIs during the NZ tour.</p>

<p>Dravid is expected to return for India's tour of Bangladesh, in December, comprising two Tests and three ODIs.</p>

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<p><strong>Squad for NZ T20Is</strong>: Hardik Pandya (C), Rishabh Pant (vc &amp; wk), Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, Mohd. Siraj, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umran Malik.</p>

<p><strong>Squad for NZ ODIs:</strong>&nbsp;Shikhar Dhawan (C), Rishabh Pant (vc &amp; wk), Shubman Gill, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Shahbaz Ahmed, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Deepak Chahar, Kuldeep Sen, Umran Malik.</p>


After the end of India's T20 World Cup, where they once again faltered in the semi-finals, head coach Rahul Dravid has been rested for the upcoming tour of New Zealand.

After the end of India's T20 World Cup, where they once again faltered in the semi-finals, head coach Rahul Dravid has been rested for the upcoming tour of New Zealand. In his absence, VVS Laxman will take don the coach's hat for the white-ball tour of NZ. In addition, a PTI report has claimed that the duo of Hrishikesh Kanitkar and Sairaj Bahutule will join the New Zealand-bound squad, taking up the roles of batting and bowling coach respectively. Earlier, Laxman -- who succeeded Dravid as the NCA chief in December 2021 -- served as the interim head coach in Dravid's absence during a second-stringed India's tour of Ireland (comprising two T20Is), three ODIs in Zimbabwe (mid-August) and last month's three-match 50-over series versus South Africa at home. Moreover, India's U-19 team had also won the 2022 ODI World Cup under Laxman's guidance. Thus, Laxman is all set to take over the head coach's position in the absence of his former teammate Dravid. The latter has had a busy few months and has been given some break post India's ten-wicket loss to England in the second semi-final of the ongoing T20 WC in Australia. Meanwhile, Hardik Pandya will lead the T20I line-up in the three-match series versus Kane Williamson's Black Caps, starting on November 18. Shikhar Dhawan will captain India in the following three ODIs during the NZ tour. Dravid is expected to return for India's tour of Bangladesh, in December, comprising two Tests and three ODIs. ALSO READ | Rahul Dravid responds to question on Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's future in T20Is after India's T20 WC exit Squad for NZ T20Is: Hardik Pandya (C), Rishabh Pant (vc & wk), Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel, Mohd. Siraj, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umran Malik. Squad for NZ ODIs: Shikhar Dhawan (C), Rishabh Pant (vc & wk), Shubman Gill, Deepak Hooda, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (wk), W Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Shahbaz Ahmed, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Deepak Chahar, Kuldeep Sen, Umran Malik.

VVS Laxman to don head coach's hat during India's tour of NZ, Rahul Dravid rested after T20 WC debacle

<p>On Thursday (November 10), Team India faced England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. While many had already pinned their hopes on an India-Pakistan final, after the latter entered the summit clash with a win over New Zealand on Wednesday (November 09), Jos Butler &amp; Co. thrashed the Men in Blue by 10 wickets, chasing 169, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. Thus, they have now&nbsp;set up a final clash with Babar Azam's led&nbsp; Pakistan.</p>

<p>Being asked to bat first, Rohit-led India managed a decent 168 for 6 riding on half-centuries from Virat Kohli (40-ball 50) and Hardik Pandya's 33-ball 63. In reply, it was a listless performance from the Indian bowlers as Jos Butler-Alex Hales' unbeaten 170-run opening stand buried the 2007 champions Down Under. Butler (49-ball 80*) and Hales' (46-ball 87 not out) smashed as many as 23 boundaries to take the Three Lions home with four overs to spare.</p>

<p>After India's defeat, the senior men's team's ICC-title drought continues since 2013. From 2014-2022, India have lost four semi-finals and&nbsp;three finals. On India's ICC knockouts' achilles' heel, captain Rohit said at the post-match presentation, "Pretty disappointed how it turned up today. We batted well at the backend to get that score. We were not upto the mark with the ball, we couldn't turn up today. It's all about handling the pressure in knockout games. All these guys have played enough to understand that. These guys have played under pressure in IPL games, it's all about keeping calm. We were nervy to start with, but you got to give credit to their openers, they played really well."</p>

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<p>On India's whole campaign, the Hitman opined, "When we won the first game, it showed a lot of character. The game against Bangladesh, it was a tricky one. I thought it was difficult defending 85 runs in 9 overs, but we held our nerve and executed our plans. Couldn't do that today, and when you don't execute your plans, you are in trouble."</p>

<p>India, thus, failed to return with the elusive title despite topping their group. They will now travel to New Zealand for a white-ball series.</p>


On Thursday (November 10), Team India faced England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. While many had already pinned their hopes on an India-Pakistan final, after the latter entered the summit clash with a win over New Zealand on Wednesday (November 09), Jos Butler & Co.

On Thursday (November 10), Team India faced England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. While many had already pinned their hopes on an India-Pakistan final, after the latter entered the summit clash with a win over New Zealand on Wednesday (November 09), Jos Butler & Co. thrashed the Men in Blue by 10 wickets, chasing 169, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. Thus, they have now set up a final clash with Babar Azam's led Pakistan. Being asked to bat first, Rohit-led India managed a decent 168 for 6 riding on half-centuries from Virat Kohli (40-ball 50) and Hardik Pandya's 33-ball 63. In reply, it was a listless performance from the Indian bowlers as Jos Butler-Alex Hales' unbeaten 170-run opening stand buried the 2007 champions Down Under. Butler (49-ball 80*) and Hales' (46-ball 87 not out) smashed as many as 23 boundaries to take the Three Lions home with four overs to spare. After India's defeat, the senior men's team's ICC-title drought continues since 2013. From 2014-2022, India have lost four semi-finals and three finals. On India's ICC knockouts' achilles' heel, captain Rohit said at the post-match presentation, "Pretty disappointed how it turned up today. We batted well at the backend to get that score. We were not upto the mark with the ball, we couldn't turn up today. It's all about handling the pressure in knockout games. All these guys have played enough to understand that. These guys have played under pressure in IPL games, it's all about keeping calm. We were nervy to start with, but you got to give credit to their openers, they played really well." ALSO READ | T20 WC: Alex Hales, Jos Buttler bury India Down Under, England to meet Pakistan in final On India's whole campaign, the Hitman opined, "When we won the first game, it showed a lot of character. The game against Bangladesh, it was a tricky one. I thought it was difficult defending 85 runs in 9 overs, but we held our nerve and executed our plans. Couldn't do that today, and when you don't execute your plans, you are in trouble." India, thus, failed to return with the elusive title despite topping their group. They will now travel to New Zealand for a white-ball series.

It's all about keeping calm: Rohit Sharma on India's achilles' heel in ICC knockouts after England hammering

<p>England rode on some good bowling from Chris Woakes (1 for 24), Adil Rashid (1 for 20), and Chris Jordan's 3 for 43 to restrict India to 168 for 6 in 20 overs in the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-final, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, on Thursday (November 10). It was&nbsp;expected to be a close contest but what followed was total mayhem as the 2010 winners rode on skipper Jos Buttler (49-ball 80*) and Alex Hales' (47-ball 86 not out) unbeaten 170-run opening stand to take their side to the tournament finale, where they face Pakistan.</p>

<p>Hales and Buttler timed everything from the middle of the bat as the Indian bowlers got no assistance from the surface. Hales was in a punishable mode from the word go and scored runs at all parts of the ground whereas Buttler joined the party and finished the proceedings with 24&nbsp;balls to spare. None of the Indian bowlers looked threatening at any point as the English openers struck as many as ten sixes and 13 fours in the run-chase.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier, Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. were asked to bat first. KL Rahul departed cheaply for five before Rohit and Kohli stitched a 47-run second-wicket stand. While Kohli tried to up the ante, England tested the duo with Woakes and Rashid bowling some tidy overs. Rohit went back for an unimpressive 28-ball 27 before Kohli and Hardik Pandya joined together. Suryakumar Yadav, the in-form batter, played some lusty shots but lost his wicket for 14.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India scored 68 off the last five overs and 106 off the last ten, with Hardik doing the bulk of the scoring. He returned for a 33-ball 63 whereas Kohli made a 40-ball 50 but India's 168/6 just wasn't enough on the day.</p>

<p>Now, Pakistan and England will lock horns in the T20 WC&nbsp; 2022 final at the MCG, Melbourne on Sunday (November 13).</p>


England rode on some good bowling from Chris Woakes (1 for 24), Adil Rashid (1 for 20), and Chris Jordan's 3 for 43 to restrict India to 168 for 6 in 20 overs in the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-final, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, on Thursday (November 10).

England rode on some good bowling from Chris Woakes (1 for 24), Adil Rashid (1 for 20), and Chris Jordan's 3 for 43 to restrict India to 168 for 6 in 20 overs in the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-final, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, on Thursday (November 10). It was expected to be a close contest but what followed was total mayhem as the 2010 winners rode on skipper Jos Buttler (49-ball 80*) and Alex Hales' (47-ball 86 not out) unbeaten 170-run opening stand to take their side to the tournament finale, where they face Pakistan. Hales and Buttler timed everything from the middle of the bat as the Indian bowlers got no assistance from the surface. Hales was in a punishable mode from the word go and scored runs at all parts of the ground whereas Buttler joined the party and finished the proceedings with 24 balls to spare. None of the Indian bowlers looked threatening at any point as the English openers struck as many as ten sixes and 13 fours in the run-chase. ALSO READ | T20 WC 2022: Virat Kohli becomes first player to achieve unique feat during IND-ENG semi-final Earlier, Rohit Sharma & Co. were asked to bat first. KL Rahul departed cheaply for five before Rohit and Kohli stitched a 47-run second-wicket stand. While Kohli tried to up the ante, England tested the duo with Woakes and Rashid bowling some tidy overs. Rohit went back for an unimpressive 28-ball 27 before Kohli and Hardik Pandya joined together. Suryakumar Yadav, the in-form batter, played some lusty shots but lost his wicket for 14. India scored 68 off the last five overs and 106 off the last ten, with Hardik doing the bulk of the scoring. He returned for a 33-ball 63 whereas Kohli made a 40-ball 50 but India's 168/6 just wasn't enough on the day. Now, Pakistan and England will lock horns in the T20 WC 2022 final at the MCG, Melbourne on Sunday (November 13).

T20 WC: Alex Hales, Jos Buttler bury India Down Under, England to meet Pakistan in final

<p>Team India is set to take on England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Thursday (November 10) at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. After registering four wins in the Super 12 round, India topped Group 2 and entered the semi-finals though&nbsp;they had&nbsp;missed out on the semis berth in the last edition in 2021. Before their face-off versus Jos Butler-led Three Lions, former English captain Nasser Hussain talked about India's achilles heel in ICC knockouts.</p>

<p>Over the years, India have reached the knockouts in all ICC events -- barring 2021 T20 WC -- since 2014 but have failed to win the title in the last nine years. India's last mega title came in the 2013 Champions Trophy. In this regard, Hussain pointed out in his column for Daily Mail, "You have to say they have underperformed in world tournaments. At times they have played some timid cricket with the bat for the players they have and when working for Sky last summer their former coach Ravi Shastri said that is something they have to change."</p>

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<p>Hussain further wrote, "Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul do play in a slightly old-fashioned way in the first few overs but that has suited India in this tournament because the ball has moved around at the start. India need to be more dynamic if they are going to win World Cups and that is where Suryakumar Yadav — or SKY as he is known — has been so important."</p>

<p>It is to be noted that India have not started well in any of their Super 12 games in the ongoing T20 WC. Openers Rohit and KL Rahul have started off on a slow note and the former has often got out trying to up the ante. The conditions have also favoured the bowlers but Indian openers will like to make a stronger start in the semi-final versus England.</p>

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<p>One of India's best performers in the T20 WC has been Suryakumar Yadav, with 225 runs in five games at a strike rate of over 190 (193.97). Speaking on him and Virat Kohli (the leading run-getter with 245 runs with three fifties), Hussain said, "India's dynamism will come at three and four where Virat Kohli is still the master and now has a considerable apprentice in SKY. I don't think I have ever seen a better white-ball innings than the one Kohli played against Pakistan in the group stage at Melbourne. The way he paced his innings as well as some of the shots he played at the end — like hitting Haris Rauf straight back over his head for six — were remarkable. Any professional cricketer watching that on TV would have sat up and just said ‘wow!"<br />
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Team India is set to take on England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Thursday (November 10) at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. After registering four wins in the Super 12 round, India topped Group 2 and entered the semi-finals though they had missed out on the semis berth in the last edition in 2021.

Team India is set to take on England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Thursday (November 10) at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. After registering four wins in the Super 12 round, India topped Group 2 and entered the semi-finals though they had missed out on the semis berth in the last edition in 2021. Before their face-off versus Jos Butler-led Three Lions, former English captain Nasser Hussain talked about India's achilles heel in ICC knockouts. Over the years, India have reached the knockouts in all ICC events -- barring 2021 T20 WC -- since 2014 but have failed to win the title in the last nine years. India's last mega title came in the 2013 Champions Trophy. In this regard, Hussain pointed out in his column for Daily Mail, "You have to say they have underperformed in world tournaments. At times they have played some timid cricket with the bat for the players they have and when working for Sky last summer their former coach Ravi Shastri said that is something they have to change." Hussain further wrote, "Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul do play in a slightly old-fashioned way in the first few overs but that has suited India in this tournament because the ball has moved around at the start. India need to be more dynamic if they are going to win World Cups and that is where Suryakumar Yadav — or SKY as he is known — has been so important." It is to be noted that India have not started well in any of their Super 12 games in the ongoing T20 WC. Openers Rohit and KL Rahul have started off on a slow note and the former has often got out trying to up the ante. The conditions have also favoured the bowlers but Indian openers will like to make a stronger start in the semi-final versus England. ALSO READ | LIVE | India vs England, T20 World Cup 2022 semi-final match update: Rohit & Co. to take on Three Lions One of India's best performers in the T20 WC has been Suryakumar Yadav, with 225 runs in five games at a strike rate of over 190 (193.97). Speaking on him and Virat Kohli (the leading run-getter with 245 runs with three fifties), Hussain said, "India's dynamism will come at three and four where Virat Kohli is still the master and now has a considerable apprentice in SKY. I don't think I have ever seen a better white-ball innings than the one Kohli played against Pakistan in the group stage at Melbourne. The way he paced his innings as well as some of the shots he played at the end — like hitting Haris Rauf straight back over his head for six — were remarkable. Any professional cricketer watching that on TV would have sat up and just said ‘wow!" You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Team India have entered the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition in Australia. They are now gearing up for their face-off versus 2010 winners England in the semis and will aim to get past Jos Buttler &amp; Co. to enter their third T20 WC final overall. While India have not had an easy ride reaching the last four, they have not had much respite off the field as well with continuous travel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India started their campaign in Melbourne and then travelled to Sydney before playing their last three games in Perth, Adelaide and Melbourne, respectively. They are now set to take the field at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide for the semis and amid the regular travel, skipper Rohit Sharma, head coach Rahul Dravid and former captain Virat Kohli's heartfelt gestures have now come out in the open. As per reports, the Indian team management have taken an important step to ensure the pacers get enough rest and recover in time amid the regular flight travels.</p>

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<p>In this regard, Rohit, Dravid and Kohli have sacrificed their business class seats on flights during the T20 WC.&nbsp;“Before the tournament, we decided that since the pace bowlers clock the maximum mileage on field day in, day out, they need to stretch their legs,” a member of the support staff told Indian Express while explaining the unique move.&nbsp;As per the ICC norms&nbsp;for all 16 teams; each squad gets as many as four business-class seats during a flight. Thus, usually such seats are reserved for captain, coach, team manager and a senior player.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Needless to say, Dravid, Rohit and Kohli's act is generous enough for the pace department, featuring Arshdeep Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Md Shami and all-rounder Hardik Pandya. So far, the quadret have impressed a lot with Arshdeep having ten scalps, Shami and Bhuvi with six and four wickets respectively whereas Hardik has also chipped in with regular breakthroughs (having eight scalps from five games).</p>


Team India have entered the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition in Australia. They are now gearing up for their face-off versus 2010 winners England in the semis and will aim to get past Jos Buttler & Co.

Team India have entered the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition in Australia. They are now gearing up for their face-off versus 2010 winners England in the semis and will aim to get past Jos Buttler & Co. to enter their third T20 WC final overall. While India have not had an easy ride reaching the last four, they have not had much respite off the field as well with continuous travel. India started their campaign in Melbourne and then travelled to Sydney before playing their last three games in Perth, Adelaide and Melbourne, respectively. They are now set to take the field at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide for the semis and amid the regular travel, skipper Rohit Sharma, head coach Rahul Dravid and former captain Virat Kohli's heartfelt gestures have now come out in the open. As per reports, the Indian team management have taken an important step to ensure the pacers get enough rest and recover in time amid the regular flight travels. ALSO READ | If I was Babar, I would...' - Akram unimpressed with PAK's dressing room videos being released online In this regard, Rohit, Dravid and Kohli have sacrificed their business class seats on flights during the T20 WC. “Before the tournament, we decided that since the pace bowlers clock the maximum mileage on field day in, day out, they need to stretch their legs,” a member of the support staff told Indian Express while explaining the unique move. As per the ICC norms for all 16 teams; each squad gets as many as four business-class seats during a flight. Thus, usually such seats are reserved for captain, coach, team manager and a senior player. Needless to say, Dravid, Rohit and Kohli's act is generous enough for the pace department, featuring Arshdeep Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Md Shami and all-rounder Hardik Pandya. So far, the quadret have impressed a lot with Arshdeep having ten scalps, Shami and Bhuvi with six and four wickets respectively whereas Hardik has also chipped in with regular breakthroughs (having eight scalps from five games).

T20 WC: Rohit, Dravid, Kohli have given up their business class seats for Indian pacers - Reports

<p>The stage is set for the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals. While Pakistan will lock horns with New Zealand in the first semi-final, at the SCG, Sydney on Wednesday (November 09), India will take on England in the second semi-final on Thursday (November 10) at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. India and the Three Lions are set to lock horns for the first time in the Men's T20 WC since the 2012 edition and it is expected to go down to the wire.</p>

<p>Some big-ticket players will rub shoulders against each other such as Rohit Sharma, Jos Buttler, Virat Kohli, Ben Stokes, Hardik Pandya, Liam Livingstone, etc. Prior to the highly-awaited face-off, English all-rounder Stokes was all praise for in-form Kohli. The 31-year-old Stokes stated that he failed to understand why people had started to write off a player of Kohli's calibre during his struggle period, prior to the Asia Cup 2022 edition, and believes that it is improbable to do what Kohli has done with the bat across formats for years.</p>

<p>"Look at that form. How unbelievable it is. As you know, he had a not-so-loud couple of months and, for some reason, players like that will get written off. I’ve got no idea why. I think he’s earned the right to never be written off. You don’t produce the number and produce the innings that he does over all three formats," Stokes told reporters in Adelaide ahead of England's semi-final against Rohit-led Men in Blue.</p>

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<p>“We as players and those who have played against him a lot, you never take anything he’s done in the game before into the game he’s got there. So just lay off a bit maybe," Stokes added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Stokes also lauded another in-form batter from the Indian camp. Speaking about Suryakumar Yadav, he said, "Suryakumar obviously came in and set the world alight. He’s a fantastic player and plays some shots where you sort of are scratching your head sometimes."</p>

<p>Kohli is currently the leading run-getter in the T20 WC, with 245 runs in five games including three half-centuries under his belt. Meanwhile, SKY follows suit with 225 runs with equal number of fifties. India will hope for the star duo to come out all guns blazing versus the 2010 winners on Thursday evening.</p>


The stage is set for the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals. While Pakistan will lock horns with New Zealand in the first semi-final, at the SCG, Sydney on Wednesday (November 09), India will take on England in the second semi-final on Thursday (November 10) at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.

The stage is set for the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals. While Pakistan will lock horns with New Zealand in the first semi-final, at the SCG, Sydney on Wednesday (November 09), India will take on England in the second semi-final on Thursday (November 10) at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. India and the Three Lions are set to lock horns for the first time in the Men's T20 WC since the 2012 edition and it is expected to go down to the wire. Some big-ticket players will rub shoulders against each other such as Rohit Sharma, Jos Buttler, Virat Kohli, Ben Stokes, Hardik Pandya, Liam Livingstone, etc. Prior to the highly-awaited face-off, English all-rounder Stokes was all praise for in-form Kohli. The 31-year-old Stokes stated that he failed to understand why people had started to write off a player of Kohli's calibre during his struggle period, prior to the Asia Cup 2022 edition, and believes that it is improbable to do what Kohli has done with the bat across formats for years. "Look at that form. How unbelievable it is. As you know, he had a not-so-loud couple of months and, for some reason, players like that will get written off. I’ve got no idea why. I think he’s earned the right to never be written off. You don’t produce the number and produce the innings that he does over all three formats," Stokes told reporters in Adelaide ahead of England's semi-final against Rohit-led Men in Blue. ALSO READ | 'He plays some shots where.....' - Ben Stokes on Suryakumar Yadav ahead of India-ENG T20 WC SF clash “We as players and those who have played against him a lot, you never take anything he’s done in the game before into the game he’s got there. So just lay off a bit maybe," Stokes added. Stokes also lauded another in-form batter from the Indian camp. Speaking about Suryakumar Yadav, he said, "Suryakumar obviously came in and set the world alight. He’s a fantastic player and plays some shots where you sort of are scratching your head sometimes." Kohli is currently the leading run-getter in the T20 WC, with 245 runs in five games including three half-centuries under his belt. Meanwhile, SKY follows suit with 225 runs with equal number of fifties. India will hope for the star duo to come out all guns blazing versus the 2010 winners on Thursday evening.

'He’s earned the right to...' - Ben Stokes all praise for Virat Kohli ahead of India-ENG T20 WC semi-final

<p>On Thursday (November 10), India is set to take on England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. India topped Group 2, with four wins from five games, whereas Jos Buttler-led England won three, lost one whereas one game was abandoned due to rain without a ball being bowled. The marquee India-England battle will see some superstar players rub shoulders against each other but majority of Indians will hope for another rollicking performance from in-form batter Suryakumar Yadav.&nbsp;</p>

<p>SKY has lit up the T20 WC 2022 edition with his batting heroics. In five games, the right-hander has amassed 225 runs&nbsp;at an impressive strike rate of&nbsp;193.97, including&nbsp;three half-centuries. In India's 71-run win over the Netherlands, he struck a 25-ball 61 not out and played some outrageous shots. Speaking of SKY, England all-rounder Ben Stokes lavished huge praise on him while speaking to the reporters ahead of the India-England semis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Stokes was all praise for Surya and said, “Suryakumar obviously came in and set the world alight. He’s a fantastic player and plays some shots where you sort of are scratching your head sometimes."</p>

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<p>Stokes added, “He’s is in great form, but on Thursday, hopefully we can try and shut him down and not allow him to get on one of his rampages." He also mentioned that facing any team in the semis can be tricky. In this regard, he pointed out, "Whoever you face in the semi-final of the World Cup is always going to be tough because both groups were very tough to get through. Finishing in top two of either group was going to be a challenge."</p>

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<p>India and England will meet in an ICC semi-final for the first time in 35 years, in men's cricket, following the 1987 50-over World Cup. Back then, England had won by a run but Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. will hope to turn the tables in their favour this time around. In Men's T20 WCs, India and England have locked horns thrice with the Men in Blue having a 2-1 lead. This will be their first face-off since the 2012 edition.</p>

<p>India and England will meet at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide on Thursday (November 10) whereas New Zealand will play Pakistan in the first semis at the SCG, Sydney on Wednesday (November 09).</p>


On Thursday (November 10), India is set to take on England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. India topped Group 2, with four wins from five games, whereas Jos Buttler-led England won three, lost one whereas one game was abandoned due to rain without a ball being bowled.

On Thursday (November 10), India is set to take on England in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. India topped Group 2, with four wins from five games, whereas Jos Buttler-led England won three, lost one whereas one game was abandoned due to rain without a ball being bowled. The marquee India-England battle will see some superstar players rub shoulders against each other but majority of Indians will hope for another rollicking performance from in-form batter Suryakumar Yadav. SKY has lit up the T20 WC 2022 edition with his batting heroics. In five games, the right-hander has amassed 225 runs at an impressive strike rate of 193.97, including three half-centuries. In India's 71-run win over the Netherlands, he struck a 25-ball 61 not out and played some outrageous shots. Speaking of SKY, England all-rounder Ben Stokes lavished huge praise on him while speaking to the reporters ahead of the India-England semis. Stokes was all praise for Surya and said, “Suryakumar obviously came in and set the world alight. He’s a fantastic player and plays some shots where you sort of are scratching your head sometimes." ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2022, New Zealand vs Pakistan weather report: Will rain play spoilsport in first semi-final? Stokes added, “He’s is in great form, but on Thursday, hopefully we can try and shut him down and not allow him to get on one of his rampages." He also mentioned that facing any team in the semis can be tricky. In this regard, he pointed out, "Whoever you face in the semi-final of the World Cup is always going to be tough because both groups were very tough to get through. Finishing in top two of either group was going to be a challenge." × India and England will meet in an ICC semi-final for the first time in 35 years, in men's cricket, following the 1987 50-over World Cup. Back then, England had won by a run but Rohit Sharma & Co. will hope to turn the tables in their favour this time around. In Men's T20 WCs, India and England have locked horns thrice with the Men in Blue having a 2-1 lead. This will be their first face-off since the 2012 edition. India and England will meet at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide on Thursday (November 10) whereas New Zealand will play Pakistan in the first semis at the SCG, Sydney on Wednesday (November 09).

'He plays some shots where.....' - Ben Stokes on Suryakumar Yadav ahead of India-ENG T20 WC SF clash

<p>Rohit Sharma-led India stormed into the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals with a big win over Zimbabwe in their last league stage encounter. While India had already qualified for the semis prior to taking the field versus the African nation, following South Africa's shocking exit, they still had to beat Craig Ervine &amp; Co. and the one-time winners managed to do that in style. Batting first, India rode on Suryakumar Yadav's 25-ball 61 not out and KL Rahul's 51 to post a daunting 186 for 5. In reply, India dismissed the opposition for a modest 115 in 17.2 overs to win by 71 runs.</p>

<p>While R Ashwin was the pick of the bowlers, returning with 3 for 23, former Indian captain Kapil Dev remains unimpressed with the wily off-spinner's overall numbers in the ongoing T20 WC in Australia. Ahead of India's semi-final encounter versus England, he told ABP News, "Until now, Ashwin hasn't given me confidence. He picked up wickets today but it didn't look as if he got them. In fact,&nbsp;<em>batsmen iss tarah out huye ki unhe khud bhi 1-2 wickets lete huye sharam aa rahi thi</em>&nbsp;(Some of the batsmen got out in a way that Ashwin himself couldn't believe it). He was hiding his face. Picking up wickets obviously gives you that confidence but the Ashwin we know, we haven't seen him show the same rhythm."</p>

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<p>"It depends on the team management. If they have the confidence in Ashwin, it's good. He has played the entire tournament so he can adjust if need be. But if you want to surprise the opposition, they can always turn to the wrist-spinner (Chahal). Whoever wins the confidence of the management and captain, will play," Kapil concluded.</p>

<p>Ashwin has so far claimed six wickets in five games in the Super 12 round of the T20 WC Down Under. While he was expensive versus South Africa, he did create a chance before Virat Kohli dropped a sitter off his bowling, to give a lifeline to Aiden Markam. He has bowled decently in conditions not akin for spinners. Nonetheless, Indian fans will hope for him to play a bigger role in the knockouts and take India to their second T20 WC title.&nbsp;</p>


Rohit Sharma-led India stormed into the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals with a big win over Zimbabwe in their last league stage encounter. While India had already qualified for the semis prior to taking the field versus the African nation, following South Africa's shocking exit, they still had to beat Craig Ervine & Co.

Rohit Sharma-led India stormed into the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals with a big win over Zimbabwe in their last league stage encounter. While India had already qualified for the semis prior to taking the field versus the African nation, following South Africa's shocking exit, they still had to beat Craig Ervine & Co. and the one-time winners managed to do that in style. Batting first, India rode on Suryakumar Yadav's 25-ball 61 not out and KL Rahul's 51 to post a daunting 186 for 5. In reply, India dismissed the opposition for a modest 115 in 17.2 overs to win by 71 runs. While R Ashwin was the pick of the bowlers, returning with 3 for 23, former Indian captain Kapil Dev remains unimpressed with the wily off-spinner's overall numbers in the ongoing T20 WC in Australia. Ahead of India's semi-final encounter versus England, he told ABP News, "Until now, Ashwin hasn't given me confidence. He picked up wickets today but it didn't look as if he got them. In fact, batsmen iss tarah out huye ki unhe khud bhi 1-2 wickets lete huye sharam aa rahi thi (Some of the batsmen got out in a way that Ashwin himself couldn't believe it). He was hiding his face. Picking up wickets obviously gives you that confidence but the Ashwin we know, we haven't seen him show the same rhythm." ALSO READ | Rahul Dravid heaps praise on Suryakumar, reveals reason behind No. 1 ranked T20I batter's success "It depends on the team management. If they have the confidence in Ashwin, it's good. He has played the entire tournament so he can adjust if need be. But if you want to surprise the opposition, they can always turn to the wrist-spinner (Chahal). Whoever wins the confidence of the management and captain, will play," Kapil concluded. Ashwin has so far claimed six wickets in five games in the Super 12 round of the T20 WC Down Under. While he was expensive versus South Africa, he did create a chance before Virat Kohli dropped a sitter off his bowling, to give a lifeline to Aiden Markam. He has bowled decently in conditions not akin for spinners. Nonetheless, Indian fans will hope for him to play a bigger role in the knockouts and take India to their second T20 WC title.

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<p>India rode on Suryakumar Yadav's brilliance once again as Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue thrashed Zimbabwe by 71 runs in their last league stage encounter at the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday (November 06). Batting first, India rode on KL Rahul's splendid 51 but were reduced to 101 for 4, after being 87 for 1, before SKY's brilliance (a 25-ball 61 not out) propelled the one-time winners to a daunting 186 for 5.</p>

<p>In reply, Craig Ervine-led Zimbabwe only managed a paltry 115 all-out in 17.2 overs as India stormed into the semi-finals with a big win under their belt, topping their group as well. After the match, Suryakumar Yadav earned his second Player-of-the-Match award in the Super 12 round and head coach Rahul Dravid heaped praise on him.</p>

<p>“If I look at Surya from a couple of years ago, just to see (now) how he takes care of his body and the amount of time he spends on his fitness. . . he’s just really earning the reward for a lot of the hard work that he’s put in on and off the field. Long may it continue. He has been absolutely phenomenal for us. He’s a joy to watch. It’s a pleasure to watch him bat when he’s in that kind of form. It’s like he puts on a show, every time,” Dravid said during a post-match conference.</p>

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<p>"I think it is incredible and that's why he is the number one T20 player in the world. With that consistency in a format where scoring at the strike rate that he does....... it's not easy to be consistent.. I think it is fantastic with the way he is playing and scoring. He is very clear about his tactics. I think he worked very hard you know I think one of the things about Surya is the amount of hard work that he put in in the nets," Dravid added.</p>

<p>SKY is the third-highest run-getter in the competition so far, amassing 225 runs at a whopping strike rate of&nbsp;193.97, along with as many as three half-centuries. India will hope for him to keep going strong in the knockouts and help them end their 15-year-long T20 WC title drought. India face England in the second semi-final, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, on Thursday (November 10).</p>
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India rode on Suryakumar Yadav's brilliance once again as Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue thrashed Zimbabwe by 71 runs in their last league stage encounter at the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday (November 06).

India rode on Suryakumar Yadav's brilliance once again as Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue thrashed Zimbabwe by 71 runs in their last league stage encounter at the T20 World Cup 2022 on Sunday (November 06). Batting first, India rode on KL Rahul's splendid 51 but were reduced to 101 for 4, after being 87 for 1, before SKY's brilliance (a 25-ball 61 not out) propelled the one-time winners to a daunting 186 for 5. In reply, Craig Ervine-led Zimbabwe only managed a paltry 115 all-out in 17.2 overs as India stormed into the semi-finals with a big win under their belt, topping their group as well. After the match, Suryakumar Yadav earned his second Player-of-the-Match award in the Super 12 round and head coach Rahul Dravid heaped praise on him. “If I look at Surya from a couple of years ago, just to see (now) how he takes care of his body and the amount of time he spends on his fitness. . . he’s just really earning the reward for a lot of the hard work that he’s put in on and off the field. Long may it continue. He has been absolutely phenomenal for us. He’s a joy to watch. It’s a pleasure to watch him bat when he’s in that kind of form. It’s like he puts on a show, every time,” Dravid said during a post-match conference. ALSO READ | 'No one would...': Hayden's inspiring speech goes viral after Pakistan reach T20 WC semi-finals - WATCH "I think it is incredible and that's why he is the number one T20 player in the world. With that consistency in a format where scoring at the strike rate that he does....... it's not easy to be consistent.. I think it is fantastic with the way he is playing and scoring. He is very clear about his tactics. I think he worked very hard you know I think one of the things about Surya is the amount of hard work that he put in in the nets," Dravid added. SKY is the third-highest run-getter in the competition so far, amassing 225 runs at a whopping strike rate of 193.97, along with as many as three half-centuries. India will hope for him to keep going strong in the knockouts and help them end their 15-year-long T20 WC title drought. India face England in the second semi-final, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, on Thursday (November 10).

Rahul Dravid heaps praise on Suryakumar, reveals reason behind No. 1 ranked T20I batter's success

<p>On Wednesday (November 02), Rohit Sharma-led India beat Bangladesh by five runs, DLS method, to win their third game in the Super 12 round of the T20 World Cup in Australia. Being asked to bat first, India rode on fifties from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli's unbeaten 64 to post a competitive 184-6. In reply, a brief rain break revised Bangla Tigers' target to 151 in 16 overs and they eventually managed 145-6.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During Bangladesh's run-chase, Virat Kohli made heads turn as it seemed he tried a fake fielding act during Litton Das-Najmul Shanton's opening stand. The incident took place in the seventh over and was later pointed out by keeper-batter Nurul Hasan (in post-match PC). Had Kohli been found guilty, India would've been penalised five runs -- which turned out to be the difference between both sides.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bangladesh isn't letting go of the incident and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is set to raise the fake fielding issue in a 'proper forum'. BCB cricket operations chairman Jalal Yunus has claimed that captain Shakib spoke at length regarding the fake fielding issue and wet outfield with umpire Marais Erasmus and they plan to take up the issue going ahead.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"We have spoken about it. You have seen it in the TV and everything happened in front of you. There was one regarding fake throw and we have notified the umpires about the fake throw but he said he did not notice it and that is the reason he did not take the review. Shakib discussed a lot about it with Erasmus and even spoke with him after game," Jalal Yunus said as per a report in Cricbuzz.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Secondly, Shakib had spoken about the wet field and he asked that he can take some more time and let the field get dried and start the game after the field is dried. But... the umpires' decision is final and that is reason there was no place for argument. There was only one decision whether you will play or not play," he further pointed out.</p>

<p>Jalal added, "We have it in our head so that we can raise the issue in the proper forum."</p>


On Wednesday (November 02), Rohit Sharma-led India beat Bangladesh by five runs, DLS method, to win their third game in the Super 12 round of the T20 World Cup in Australia.

On Wednesday (November 02), Rohit Sharma-led India beat Bangladesh by five runs, DLS method, to win their third game in the Super 12 round of the T20 World Cup in Australia. Being asked to bat first, India rode on fifties from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli's unbeaten 64 to post a competitive 184-6. In reply, a brief rain break revised Bangla Tigers' target to 151 in 16 overs and they eventually managed 145-6. During Bangladesh's run-chase, Virat Kohli made heads turn as it seemed he tried a fake fielding act during Litton Das-Najmul Shanton's opening stand. The incident took place in the seventh over and was later pointed out by keeper-batter Nurul Hasan (in post-match PC). Had Kohli been found guilty, India would've been penalised five runs -- which turned out to be the difference between both sides. Bangladesh isn't letting go of the incident and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is set to raise the fake fielding issue in a 'proper forum'. BCB cricket operations chairman Jalal Yunus has claimed that captain Shakib spoke at length regarding the fake fielding issue and wet outfield with umpire Marais Erasmus and they plan to take up the issue going ahead. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2022: Controversy erupts! Bangladesh's Nurul Hasan accuses Virat Kohli of fake fielding "We have spoken about it. You have seen it in the TV and everything happened in front of you. There was one regarding fake throw and we have notified the umpires about the fake throw but he said he did not notice it and that is the reason he did not take the review. Shakib discussed a lot about it with Erasmus and even spoke with him after game," Jalal Yunus said as per a report in Cricbuzz. "Secondly, Shakib had spoken about the wet field and he asked that he can take some more time and let the field get dried and start the game after the field is dried. But... the umpires' decision is final and that is reason there was no place for argument. There was only one decision whether you will play or not play," he further pointed out. Jalal added, "We have it in our head so that we can raise the issue in the proper forum."

T20 World Cup: BCB to take up Virat Kohli's fake fielding issue in 'proper forum'

<p>Team India locked horns with Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02). In a rain-marred close encounter, Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. emerged on top by five runs (DLS method) as the Bangla Tigers put up a spirited fight. Being asked to bat first, in Adelaide, Rohit-led India posted 184 for 6 riding on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (64 not out). In reply, Litton Das started off with a bang and took his side to 66 for no loss in seven overs before a brief rain break led to a revised target; with Bangladesh needing 151 in 16 overs (i.e. 85 off the last 54 balls).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite having the momentum before the rain break, and the wet outfield being a disadvantage for India, Bangladesh eventually managed only 145 for 6 to lose by five runs. The match went down to the wire and made heads turn for plenty of reasons. There was an accusation by Bangladesḥ, where they claimed Kohli pulled off a fake fielding act whereas some eyebrows were raised as to why the game resumed despite wet outfield. In this regard, former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi made a bizarre remark.</p>

<p>"You saw the ground how wet it was. But ICC is inclined towards India. They want to ensure India reaches the semi-finals at any cost. The umpires were also the same who officiated India vs Pakistan &amp; will get the best umpire awards," said Afridi to SAMAA TV.</p>

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<p>It is to be noted that wet outfield is advantage to the batting side. Hence, even when play resumed, India had their back against the wall and could've lost had their bowlers and fielders not stepped up in the final nine overs. Moreover, similar attempts were made by umpires to finish the match when rain made its presence felt during Zimbabwe-South Africa and Pakistan-SA clash.</p>

<p>Following India's win over Bangladesh, they are well-placed in Group B to qualify for the semi-finals. With a win over Zimbabwe, they will not only make it to the semis but also top their group.&nbsp;</p>


Team India locked horns with Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02). In a rain-marred close encounter, Rohit Sharma & Co.

Team India locked horns with Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02). In a rain-marred close encounter, Rohit Sharma & Co. emerged on top by five runs (DLS method) as the Bangla Tigers put up a spirited fight. Being asked to bat first, in Adelaide, Rohit-led India posted 184 for 6 riding on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (64 not out). In reply, Litton Das started off with a bang and took his side to 66 for no loss in seven overs before a brief rain break led to a revised target; with Bangladesh needing 151 in 16 overs (i.e. 85 off the last 54 balls). Despite having the momentum before the rain break, and the wet outfield being a disadvantage for India, Bangladesh eventually managed only 145 for 6 to lose by five runs. The match went down to the wire and made heads turn for plenty of reasons. There was an accusation by Bangladesḥ, where they claimed Kohli pulled off a fake fielding act whereas some eyebrows were raised as to why the game resumed despite wet outfield. In this regard, former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi made a bizarre remark. "You saw the ground how wet it was. But ICC is inclined towards India. They want to ensure India reaches the semi-finals at any cost. The umpires were also the same who officiated India vs Pakistan & will get the best umpire awards," said Afridi to SAMAA TV. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: BCB to take up Virat Kohli's fake fielding issue in 'proper forum' It is to be noted that wet outfield is advantage to the batting side. Hence, even when play resumed, India had their back against the wall and could've lost had their bowlers and fielders not stepped up in the final nine overs. Moreover, similar attempts were made by umpires to finish the match when rain made its presence felt during Zimbabwe-South Africa and Pakistan-SA clash. Following India's win over Bangladesh, they are well-placed in Group B to qualify for the semi-finals. With a win over Zimbabwe, they will not only make it to the semis but also top their group.

ICC want to ensure India reach T20 World Cup semi-finals at any cost: Shahid Afridi makes glaring remark

<p>India and Bangladesh were involved in a close battle in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide on Wednesday (November 02).&nbsp; Being asked to bat first, Rohit Sharma-led India posted 184 for 6 thanks to KL Rahul's 50 and Virat Kohli's unbeaten 66. In reply, Bangladesh opener Litton Das hammered the Indian bowlers to all parts of the ground and took his side to 66 for no loss in seven overs before a rain break.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After play resumed, the revised target was 151 in 16 overs with the Bangla Tigers still ahead courtesy of Litton's presence. Nonetheless, he was sent back by a bullet throw from Rahul, from deep mid-wicket, in the 8th over as the momentum shifted in India's favour.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Post Litton's dismissal, who made a rapid 27-ball 60, Bangladesh lost the plot and kept losing wickets at regular intervals to only manage 146-5 and lose by five runs (DLS method). At the post-match presentation, Rohit stated, "I was calm and nervous at the&nbsp;same time. It was important for us as a group to stay calm and execute our plans. With 10 wickets in hand it could've gone either way but after the break we did well.&nbsp;Our fielding was brilliant, some of the catches we took was great to watch. It's a high-pressure game, to take those catches shows the ability of our guys and honestly I never had any doubts about our fielding."</p>

<p>India will now take on Zimbabwe, at the MCG Melbourne, on November 06 in their last group stage clash after having almost secured a semi-final berth post the Bangladesh win. Shakib Al Hasan's Bangla Tigers are not out of the semi-final race and they will face Pakistan on the same day, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.</p>


India and Bangladesh were involved in a close battle in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide on Wednesday (November 02). Being asked to bat first, Rohit Sharma-led India posted 184 for 6 thanks to KL Rahul's 50 and Virat Kohli's unbeaten 66.

India and Bangladesh were involved in a close battle in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide on Wednesday (November 02). Being asked to bat first, Rohit Sharma-led India posted 184 for 6 thanks to KL Rahul's 50 and Virat Kohli's unbeaten 66. In reply, Bangladesh opener Litton Das hammered the Indian bowlers to all parts of the ground and took his side to 66 for no loss in seven overs before a rain break. After play resumed, the revised target was 151 in 16 overs with the Bangla Tigers still ahead courtesy of Litton's presence. Nonetheless, he was sent back by a bullet throw from Rahul, from deep mid-wicket, in the 8th over as the momentum shifted in India's favour. Here's the video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) × KL on a role today 🔥😎❤️‍🔥.#T20WorldCup #INDvBAN @klrahul pic.twitter.com/AJt6UEjNpX — Ganthi ᴹᴬˢᵀᴱᴿ (@itz_Ganthi) November 2, 2022 × ALSO READ | T20 WC: Controversy erupts! Bangladesh's Nurul Hasan accuses Virat Kohli of fake fielding in Adelaide thriller Post Litton's dismissal, who made a rapid 27-ball 60, Bangladesh lost the plot and kept losing wickets at regular intervals to only manage 146-5 and lose by five runs (DLS method). At the post-match presentation, Rohit stated, "I was calm and nervous at the same time. It was important for us as a group to stay calm and execute our plans. With 10 wickets in hand it could've gone either way but after the break we did well. Our fielding was brilliant, some of the catches we took was great to watch. It's a high-pressure game, to take those catches shows the ability of our guys and honestly I never had any doubts about our fielding." India will now take on Zimbabwe, at the MCG Melbourne, on November 06 in their last group stage clash after having almost secured a semi-final berth post the Bangladesh win. Shakib Al Hasan's Bangla Tigers are not out of the semi-final race and they will face Pakistan on the same day, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.

KL Rahul's splendid throw sends Litton Das back to the pavillion in IND-BAN T20 WC tie - Watch

<p>On Wednesday (November 02), India beat Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. The two Asian teams locked horns at the iconic Adelaide Oval, Adelaide where Shakib Al Hasan-led Bangla Tigers asked India to bat first.</p>

<p>After losing Rohit Sharma cheaply, KL Rahul's 50 and Virat Kohli's unbeaten 44-ball 64, laced with 8 fours and a six, took India to 184 for 6 in 20 overs. Bangladesh were off to a flier and were 66 for no loss after seven overs before rain halted play. When the match resumed, the revised target for Bangladesh was 151 in 16 overs with a well-set Litton Das. Litton was run out for a magnificent 27-ball 60, courtesy of Rahul's rapid throw from the deep, as India clawed their way back into the contest and won by five runs (DLS method).</p>

<p>While Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya were among wickets, Shami also played his part with the ball, the Indian fielders rose to the occasion post the rain break. Nonetheless, it was well setup by Kohli and he walked away with the Player-of-the-Match award.</p>

<p>At the post-match presentation, Rohit lauded Kohli and spoke at length regarding his solid form. He said, "In my opinion he was always there, it was a matter of few innings here and there, he got it in the Asia Cup. We never had any doubts and the way he has been batting in this World Cup has been tremendous and he is really doing it for us."</p>

<p>In the run-up to the T20 WC, Kohli was struggling for runs before he redeemed himself as the second-highest run-getter in the Asia Cup 2022 edition. Since then, he has looked at his fluent best and is looking in his elements in the ongoing T20 WC. He already has three half-centuries in four games and became the highest run-getter in the current edition during the Bangladesh tie.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Kohli told the broadcasters after bagging the POTM award (his second in the ongoing competition), "Pretty close game. Not as close as we would have liked it to be. A good day with the bat. When I went in there was a bit of pressure. I didn't want little mistakes to curb my instincts. I am in a happy place. I don't want to compare it with the past. As soon as I knew the WC is in Australia, I was grinning from ear to ear. Good cricketing shots will be the key here is what I know. Hitting through the line is what I do in every format. It is just an extension for me. I love playing at this ground. This makes me feel at home. When I come to Adelaide, I am meant to enjoy myself and keep batting."</p>

<p>Courtesy of his 64, Kohli also surpassed Mahela Jayawardene (1,016) to become the highest run-getter in the T20 WC history. His tally now stands at 1,065 following his blitz versus the Bangla Tigers.</p>


On Wednesday (November 02), India beat Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. The two Asian teams locked horns at the iconic Adelaide Oval, Adelaide where Shakib Al Hasan-led Bangla Tigers asked India to bat first.

On Wednesday (November 02), India beat Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. The two Asian teams locked horns at the iconic Adelaide Oval, Adelaide where Shakib Al Hasan-led Bangla Tigers asked India to bat first. After losing Rohit Sharma cheaply, KL Rahul's 50 and Virat Kohli's unbeaten 44-ball 64, laced with 8 fours and a six, took India to 184 for 6 in 20 overs. Bangladesh were off to a flier and were 66 for no loss after seven overs before rain halted play. When the match resumed, the revised target for Bangladesh was 151 in 16 overs with a well-set Litton Das. Litton was run out for a magnificent 27-ball 60, courtesy of Rahul's rapid throw from the deep, as India clawed their way back into the contest and won by five runs (DLS method). While Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya were among wickets, Shami also played his part with the ball, the Indian fielders rose to the occasion post the rain break. Nonetheless, it was well setup by Kohli and he walked away with the Player-of-the-Match award. At the post-match presentation, Rohit lauded Kohli and spoke at length regarding his solid form. He said, "In my opinion he was always there, it was a matter of few innings here and there, he got it in the Asia Cup. We never had any doubts and the way he has been batting in this World Cup has been tremendous and he is really doing it for us." In the run-up to the T20 WC, Kohli was struggling for runs before he redeemed himself as the second-highest run-getter in the Asia Cup 2022 edition. Since then, he has looked at his fluent best and is looking in his elements in the ongoing T20 WC. He already has three half-centuries in four games and became the highest run-getter in the current edition during the Bangladesh tie. ALSO READ | T20 WC 2022 points table: Here's a look at Super 12 standings after India beat Bangladesh in a thriller × Meanwhile, Kohli told the broadcasters after bagging the POTM award (his second in the ongoing competition), "Pretty close game. Not as close as we would have liked it to be. A good day with the bat. When I went in there was a bit of pressure. I didn't want little mistakes to curb my instincts. I am in a happy place. I don't want to compare it with the past. As soon as I knew the WC is in Australia, I was grinning from ear to ear. Good cricketing shots will be the key here is what I know. Hitting through the line is what I do in every format. It is just an extension for me. I love playing at this ground. This makes me feel at home. When I come to Adelaide, I am meant to enjoy myself and keep batting." Courtesy of his 64, Kohli also surpassed Mahela Jayawardene (1,016) to become the highest run-getter in the T20 WC history. His tally now stands at 1,065 following his blitz versus the Bangla Tigers.

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<p>Bangladesh put up a spirited fight versus India in a thrilling Super 12 clash in the&nbsp;T20 World Cup 2022, on Wednesday (November 02). Opting to bowl first, Bangladesh bowlers tried their best but rode on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (64 not out), India posted a competitive 184 for 6. In reply, Litton Das came out all guns blazing and his quickfire fifty took the Bangla Tigers to 66 for no loss in seven overs before rain interrupted proceedings and sucked the momentum out of Bangladesh's run-chase.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the break, there was a brief discussion between both the captains, Shakib Al Hasan and Rohit Sharma, and the on-field umpires. While the details of it aren't out, it had something to do about the revised target and playing conditions amid wet outfield. After the close contest, where Bangla Tigers fell short by five runs on DLS method, captain Shakib was asked to reveal details of the conversation by a reporter in the post-match press conference.</p>

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<p><strong><u>Here's how the whole conversation panned out:</u></strong></p>

<p><strong>Journalist:</strong>&nbsp;"Bad luck Shakib, did you not try and play after the rain? What was the discussion that was going through?"</p>

<p><strong>Shakib:</strong>&nbsp;"Did we have any option?"</p>

<p><strong>Journo:</strong>&nbsp;"No option, but did you try and convince them?" the journalist continued.</p>

<p><strong>Shakib:</strong>&nbsp;"Convince whom?" Shakib replied.</p>

<p><strong>Journo:</strong>&nbsp;"Umpires and, of course, Rohit Sharma!"</p>

<p><strong>Shakib:</strong>&nbsp;"Do I have the ability to convince the umpires?"</p>

<p><strong>Journo:</strong>&nbsp;“Accha. Then you were discussing the rivers of Bangladesh? What were you talking to the umpires?"</p>

<p><strong>Shakib:</strong>&nbsp;"Now you are asking the right questions. Umpires called us and told us about the revised target, the playing rules, the number of overs we would play."</p>

<p><strong>Journo:&nbsp;</strong>"And you all accepted it?"</p>

<p><strong>Shakib:&nbsp;</strong>"Yes (acting a little amused)."</p>

<p><strong>Journo:</strong>&nbsp;“Beautiful, thank you!"</p>

<p>Despite a 21-ball fifty from Litton, who departed for a 27-ball 60, Bangladesh lost the plot after his dismissal once play resumed post the rain break. They were given a target of 151 runs in 16 overs and, thus, continued the run-chase with 85 more needed off the last 54 balls. While they had the momentum, they lost wickets at regular intervals and panicked whereas Indian bowlers -- led by twin scalps each from Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya -- and fielders rose to the occasion to take India to a thrilling five-run win and move closer to a semi-final berth.</p>

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Bangladesh put up a spirited fight versus India in a thrilling Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022, on Wednesday (November 02). Opting to bowl first, Bangladesh bowlers tried their best but rode on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (64 not out), India posted a competitive 184 for 6.

Bangladesh put up a spirited fight versus India in a thrilling Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022, on Wednesday (November 02). Opting to bowl first, Bangladesh bowlers tried their best but rode on half-centuries from KL Rahul (50) and Virat Kohli (64 not out), India posted a competitive 184 for 6. In reply, Litton Das came out all guns blazing and his quickfire fifty took the Bangla Tigers to 66 for no loss in seven overs before rain interrupted proceedings and sucked the momentum out of Bangladesh's run-chase. During the break, there was a brief discussion between both the captains, Shakib Al Hasan and Rohit Sharma, and the on-field umpires. While the details of it aren't out, it had something to do about the revised target and playing conditions amid wet outfield. After the close contest, where Bangla Tigers fell short by five runs on DLS method, captain Shakib was asked to reveal details of the conversation by a reporter in the post-match press conference. × ALSO READ | T20 WC: Controversy erupts! Bangladesh's Nurul Hasan accuses Virat Kohli of fake fielding in Adelaide thriller Here's how the whole conversation panned out: Journalist: "Bad luck Shakib, did you not try and play after the rain? What was the discussion that was going through?" Shakib: "Did we have any option?" Journo: "No option, but did you try and convince them?" the journalist continued. Shakib: "Convince whom?" Shakib replied. Journo: "Umpires and, of course, Rohit Sharma!" Shakib: "Do I have the ability to convince the umpires?" Journo: “Accha. Then you were discussing the rivers of Bangladesh? What were you talking to the umpires?" Shakib: "Now you are asking the right questions. Umpires called us and told us about the revised target, the playing rules, the number of overs we would play." Journo: "And you all accepted it?" Shakib: "Yes (acting a little amused)." Journo: “Beautiful, thank you!" Despite a 21-ball fifty from Litton, who departed for a 27-ball 60, Bangladesh lost the plot after his dismissal once play resumed post the rain break. They were given a target of 151 runs in 16 overs and, thus, continued the run-chase with 85 more needed off the last 54 balls. While they had the momentum, they lost wickets at regular intervals and panicked whereas Indian bowlers -- led by twin scalps each from Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya -- and fielders rose to the occasion to take India to a thrilling five-run win and move closer to a semi-final berth. ×

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<p>India`s Suryakumar Yadav has grabbed the top position for batters in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's T20I Player Rankings after smashing two half-centuries over the past week in the Men's T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia. Yadav's 51 not out off 25 balls against the Netherlands in Sydney and a valiant 68 off 40 against South Africa in Perth have helped him overtake New Zealand's Devon Conway and Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan. They had held the top spot since 4 September this year.</p>

<p>Yadav is the 23rd player to top the T20I batting rankings and only the second Indian to reach No. 1 in T20 cricket after Virat Kohli, who spent 1,013 days at the top in different periods from September 2014 to December 2017. Yadav's tally of 863 rating points is also the second-best by an Indian, the highest being Kohli's tally of 897 in September 2014.New Zealand`s Glenn Phillips has moved up five slots to reach a career-best seventh position after scores of 104 against Sri Lanka and 62 against England, while South Africa's Rilee Rossouw is another one to enter the top 10 after scoring 109 against Bangladesh, moving up 17 slots to a career-best eighth position.</p>

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<p>England captain Jos Buttler's knock of 73 against New Zealand has lifted him three places to 14th position while Afghanistan's Rahmanullah Gurbaz (up four places to joint-17th), South Africa`s David Miller (up two places to 28th), Sri Lanka's Bhanuka Rajapaksa (up eight places to 29th), Bangladesh's Litton Das (up two places to 36th) and the Australia pair of Mitchell Marsh (up two places to 31st) and Marcus Stoinis (up two places to 39th) are among others to move up the list.</p>

<p>The latest weekly update, which considers performances in matches completed by Tuesday, sees Sri Lanka spinner Wanindu Hasaranga advance four places to second position among bowlers. Hasaranga, who became No.1 during the ICC Men`s T20 World Cup last year, has moved back towards the top position after winning one wicket against New Zealand and three against Afghanistan. Hasaranga has only three points less than Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan. England seamer Sam Curran, who grabbed two wickets each against New Zealand and Ireland during this period, is up two places to sixth position while South Africa quick Anrich Nortje has progressed 11 slots to the eighth position after his haul of four for 10 against Bangladesh. New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner has moved into the top 10 while his teammates Trent Boult and Tim Southee have taken the 12th and 16th positions, respectively. South Africa fast bowler Lungi Ngidi`s Player of the Match effort of four for 29 against India has lifted him 11 places to join 28th with India`s Axar Patel.</p>

<p>India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin (up three places to 18th), Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Wasim (up one place to 21st), New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi (up three places to 22nd) and left-arm seam bowlers Fazalhaq Farooqi of Afghanistan (up four places to joint-24th) and India`s Arshdeep Singh (up 16 places to 27th) are the prominent gainers in the bowlers` list.</p>

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India`s Suryakumar Yadav has grabbed the top position for batters in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's T20I Player Rankings after smashing two half-centuries over the past week in the Men's T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia.

India`s Suryakumar Yadav has grabbed the top position for batters in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's T20I Player Rankings after smashing two half-centuries over the past week in the Men's T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia. Yadav's 51 not out off 25 balls against the Netherlands in Sydney and a valiant 68 off 40 against South Africa in Perth have helped him overtake New Zealand's Devon Conway and Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan. They had held the top spot since 4 September this year. Yadav is the 23rd player to top the T20I batting rankings and only the second Indian to reach No. 1 in T20 cricket after Virat Kohli, who spent 1,013 days at the top in different periods from September 2014 to December 2017. Yadav's tally of 863 rating points is also the second-best by an Indian, the highest being Kohli's tally of 897 in September 2014.New Zealand`s Glenn Phillips has moved up five slots to reach a career-best seventh position after scores of 104 against Sri Lanka and 62 against England, while South Africa's Rilee Rossouw is another one to enter the top 10 after scoring 109 against Bangladesh, moving up 17 slots to a career-best eighth position. ALSO READ | We never had any doubts: Rohit Sharma on Virat Kohli's batting heroics in T20 WC after India beat Bangladesh England captain Jos Buttler's knock of 73 against New Zealand has lifted him three places to 14th position while Afghanistan's Rahmanullah Gurbaz (up four places to joint-17th), South Africa`s David Miller (up two places to 28th), Sri Lanka's Bhanuka Rajapaksa (up eight places to 29th), Bangladesh's Litton Das (up two places to 36th) and the Australia pair of Mitchell Marsh (up two places to 31st) and Marcus Stoinis (up two places to 39th) are among others to move up the list. The latest weekly update, which considers performances in matches completed by Tuesday, sees Sri Lanka spinner Wanindu Hasaranga advance four places to second position among bowlers. Hasaranga, who became No.1 during the ICC Men`s T20 World Cup last year, has moved back towards the top position after winning one wicket against New Zealand and three against Afghanistan. Hasaranga has only three points less than Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan. England seamer Sam Curran, who grabbed two wickets each against New Zealand and Ireland during this period, is up two places to sixth position while South Africa quick Anrich Nortje has progressed 11 slots to the eighth position after his haul of four for 10 against Bangladesh. New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner has moved into the top 10 while his teammates Trent Boult and Tim Southee have taken the 12th and 16th positions, respectively. South Africa fast bowler Lungi Ngidi`s Player of the Match effort of four for 29 against India has lifted him 11 places to join 28th with India`s Axar Patel. India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin (up three places to 18th), Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Wasim (up one place to 21st), New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi (up three places to 22nd) and left-arm seam bowlers Fazalhaq Farooqi of Afghanistan (up four places to joint-24th) and India`s Arshdeep Singh (up 16 places to 27th) are the prominent gainers in the bowlers` list. ×

ICC T20I Rankings: Suryakumar Yadav becomes No. 1 batter, ends Pakistan opener Md Rizwan's reign

<p>During Pakistan's Netherlands face-off in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Perth on October 30, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Gautam Gambhir made heads turn with his remark on Babar Azam. The Pakistan captain has been slammed left, right and centre following the Men in Green's dismal run so far in the competition.</p>

<p>When the one-time winners' playing XI didn't feature Fakhar Zaman, who is battling injury concerns in the run-up to the T20 WC, Babar was heavily criticised. Even when Fakhar was roped in for the clash versus the Dutch line-up, he batted at No. 3 whereas Pakistan continued to open with Babar and Md Rizwan, who have been criticised for their slow starts.</p>

<p>Thus, Gambhir slammed Babar and said during commentary of the Pakistan-Netherlands face-off, “In my opinion, first, you think about your team instead of yourself; if nothing goes according to your plan, you should have sent Fakhar Zaman up the batting order. This is called selfishness; as a captain, it is easy to be selfish."</p>

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<p>Now, Gambhir's arch-rival Shahid Afridi has joined in and reacted to the former Indian opener's comments.<br />
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"<em>Tournament ke baad koshish karenge Babar ko bole ki unke baare mein bhi kuchh bole kyuki wo bhi toh ghar jayenge na.</em>&nbsp;(After the end of the T20 WC, we’ll try and tell Babar to say something about him (Gambhir). After all, he will head straight back home to India too),” Afridi said on Pakistani channel Samaa TV.</p>

<p>Afridi criticised Gambhir for his usage of words and further opined, "There is always criticism, but you need to be very careful with words. You should use words that should come as advice for the player, and you can make the people understand it as well. As far as Babar is concerned, he has given so many match-winning performances. The consistency with which he has scored, very few Pakistan batters have. He may not have risen to the expectations which is why he is facing some flak."</p>

<p>It will be interesting to see if Gambhir reacts to Afridi's comments. Babar-led Pakistan will play South Africa in a crucial Super 12 clash on Thursday (November 03) in Sydney.</p>


During Pakistan's Netherlands face-off in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Perth on October 30, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Gautam Gambhir made heads turn with his remark on Babar Azam.

During Pakistan's Netherlands face-off in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Perth on October 30, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Gautam Gambhir made heads turn with his remark on Babar Azam. The Pakistan captain has been slammed left, right and centre following the Men in Green's dismal run so far in the competition. When the one-time winners' playing XI didn't feature Fakhar Zaman, who is battling injury concerns in the run-up to the T20 WC, Babar was heavily criticised. Even when Fakhar was roped in for the clash versus the Dutch line-up, he batted at No. 3 whereas Pakistan continued to open with Babar and Md Rizwan, who have been criticised for their slow starts. Thus, Gambhir slammed Babar and said during commentary of the Pakistan-Netherlands face-off, “In my opinion, first, you think about your team instead of yourself; if nothing goes according to your plan, you should have sent Fakhar Zaman up the batting order. This is called selfishness; as a captain, it is easy to be selfish." ALSO READ | Wasim Akram reacts to Gautam Gambhir's 'selfish' remark on Babar Azam's captaincy in T20 World Cup Now, Gambhir's arch-rival Shahid Afridi has joined in and reacted to the former Indian opener's comments. "Tournament ke baad koshish karenge Babar ko bole ki unke baare mein bhi kuchh bole kyuki wo bhi toh ghar jayenge na. (After the end of the T20 WC, we’ll try and tell Babar to say something about him (Gambhir). After all, he will head straight back home to India too),” Afridi said on Pakistani channel Samaa TV. Afridi criticised Gambhir for his usage of words and further opined, "There is always criticism, but you need to be very careful with words. You should use words that should come as advice for the player, and you can make the people understand it as well. As far as Babar is concerned, he has given so many match-winning performances. The consistency with which he has scored, very few Pakistan batters have. He may not have risen to the expectations which is why he is facing some flak." It will be interesting to see if Gambhir reacts to Afridi's comments. Babar-led Pakistan will play South Africa in a crucial Super 12 clash on Thursday (November 03) in Sydney.

'You need to....': Shahid Afridi reacts to Gautam Gambhir's 'selfish' remark on Pakistan captain Babar Azam

<p>Virat Kohli has been in sensational form in the ongoing T20 World Cup in Australia. After his successive&nbsp;fifties in India's opening two games, Kohli couldn't get going in the game versus South Africa, but&nbsp;he&nbsp;made amends on Wednesday (November 02) and returned with a fine 44-ball 64 not out in India's crucial Super 12 clash versus Bangladesh&nbsp;in Adelaide.</p>

<p>During his knock, Kohli became the leading run-getter in the ongoing edition and also in tournament history, surpassing Mahela Jayawardene (1,016). In addition, he&nbsp;achieved an elite feat by going past Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar. He is now the highest-scoring Indian in Australia, overtaking Tendulkar's tally (3300 runs in 84 innings). After his knock versus the Bangla Tigers, Kohli's tally now stands at 3,350 in 68 innings.</p>

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<p>Kohli has always loved playing in Australian conditions. He slammed his maiden Test ton in Adelaide, in 2011-12 tour, scored a brilliant 133&nbsp;not out versus Sri Lanka in CB Series 2012, a magnificent 107 versus Pakistan in the 2015 ODI World Cup, returned with as many as four centuries in the 2014-15 Border-Gavaskar Trophy and also&nbsp;slammed a 55-ball 90 not out in a T20I versus Australia in early 2016.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian fans will be hoping for more batting heroics from Kohli in the ongoing T20 WC in Australia. Kohli and KL Rahul's fifties propelled India to 184/6 in 20 overs versus the Bangla Tigers to seal a win and almost confirm a semi-final spot in the mega event Down Under.</p>

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Virat Kohli has been in sensational form in the ongoing T20 World Cup in Australia. After his successive fifties in India's opening two games, Kohli couldn't get going in the game versus South Africa, but he made amends on Wednesday (November 02) and returned with a fine 44-ball 64 not out in India's crucial Super 12 clash versus Bangladesh in Adelaide.

Virat Kohli has been in sensational form in the ongoing T20 World Cup in Australia. After his successive fifties in India's opening two games, Kohli couldn't get going in the game versus South Africa, but he made amends on Wednesday (November 02) and returned with a fine 44-ball 64 not out in India's crucial Super 12 clash versus Bangladesh in Adelaide. During his knock, Kohli became the leading run-getter in the ongoing edition and also in tournament history, surpassing Mahela Jayawardene (1,016). In addition, he achieved an elite feat by going past Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar. He is now the highest-scoring Indian in Australia, overtaking Tendulkar's tally (3300 runs in 84 innings). After his knock versus the Bangla Tigers, Kohli's tally now stands at 3,350 in 68 innings. ALSO READ | T20 WC: Shakib Al Hasan baffled as Virat Kohli asks for a no-ball from umpires, duo involved in brief chat Kohli has always loved playing in Australian conditions. He slammed his maiden Test ton in Adelaide, in 2011-12 tour, scored a brilliant 133 not out versus Sri Lanka in CB Series 2012, a magnificent 107 versus Pakistan in the 2015 ODI World Cup, returned with as many as four centuries in the 2014-15 Border-Gavaskar Trophy and also slammed a 55-ball 90 not out in a T20I versus Australia in early 2016. Indian fans will be hoping for more batting heroics from Kohli in the ongoing T20 WC in Australia. Kohli and KL Rahul's fifties propelled India to 184/6 in 20 overs versus the Bangla Tigers to seal a win and almost confirm a semi-final spot in the mega event Down Under. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Virat Kohli goes past Sachin Tendulkar to achieve elite feat after 64* in India-Bangladesh T20 WC clash

<p>India have locked horns with Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02), at the picturesque Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. Being asked to bat first, Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue posted a competitive 184/6 riding on KL Rahul's 50 and Virat Kohli's unbeaten 44-ball 64.</p>

<p>After Rahul's fluent knock, the onus fell on Kohli who held one end and took the one-time winners to a score near the 200-run mark. However, a minor controversy broke during the 15th over of the Indian innings.&nbsp;In the final delivery of the 15th over, pacer Hasan Mahmud banged in a short ball it rose on to the right-hander. Kohli immediately gestured at the umpires for a no-ball. The on-field umpire Marais Erasmus gave it a no-ball but Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan wasn't impressed with Kohli's appeal.</p>

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<p>Baffled with Kohli's appeal, Shakib and the former Indian captain nearly collided and had a brief chat before they hugged it out and proceedings resumed.&nbsp;The superstar duo had a good laugh and gave a pat on each other's back as the incident was done and dusted then and there.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After Kohli's 64* and R Ashwin's 6-ball 13, Bangladesh have started superbly and are 66 for no loss in seven overs before a rain interruption at the Adelaide Oval. At the time of the rain break, the Bangla Tigers are 17 runs ahead on DLS score courtesy of opener Liton Das' 26-ball 59 not out.</p>


India have locked horns with Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02), at the picturesque Adelaide Oval, Adelaide.

India have locked horns with Bangladesh in a crucial Super 12 clash in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition on Wednesday (November 02), at the picturesque Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. Being asked to bat first, Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue posted a competitive 184/6 riding on KL Rahul's 50 and Virat Kohli's unbeaten 44-ball 64. After Rahul's fluent knock, the onus fell on Kohli who held one end and took the one-time winners to a score near the 200-run mark. However, a minor controversy broke during the 15th over of the Indian innings. In the final delivery of the 15th over, pacer Hasan Mahmud banged in a short ball it rose on to the right-hander. Kohli immediately gestured at the umpires for a no-ball. The on-field umpire Marais Erasmus gave it a no-ball but Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan wasn't impressed with Kohli's appeal. ALSO READ | WATCH: Chinese student cheers for Team India in T20 WC, names Virat Kohli as his favourite player Baffled with Kohli's appeal, Shakib and the former Indian captain nearly collided and had a brief chat before they hugged it out and proceedings resumed. The superstar duo had a good laugh and gave a pat on each other's back as the incident was done and dusted then and there. Shakib Al Hasan and Virat Kohli had some chat. pic.twitter.com/LfNDGBqGNR — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) November 2, 2022 × After Kohli's 64* and R Ashwin's 6-ball 13, Bangladesh have started superbly and are 66 for no loss in seven overs before a rain interruption at the Adelaide Oval. At the time of the rain break, the Bangla Tigers are 17 runs ahead on DLS score courtesy of opener Liton Das' 26-ball 59 not out.

T20 WC: Shakib Al Hasan baffled as Virat Kohli asks for a no-ball from umpires, duo involved in brief chat

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