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Former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar wrote a heartfelt letter and shared it on Twitter, praising the efforts of the traffic police. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sachin-tendulkars-heartfelt-post-for-those-who-go-beyond-call-of-duty-2657892#rss-sports-cricket

South Africa vs India: Virat Kohli-led Team India landed in South Africa on Thursday ahead of a three-match Test series against the Proteas, starting December 26. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/south-africa-vs-india-how-india-have-fared-against-the-proteas-over-the-years-2657863#rss-sports-cricket

MCA president Vijay Patil has lauded New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel for donating his "10-wicket" ball for the upcoming MCA museum where it would duly be the "pride of the place". source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ajaz-patel-lauded-for-donating-10-wicket-ball-to-upcoming-mca-museum-2657854#rss-sports-cricket

Indian Test captain Virat Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma came out in his support and backed him to perform well despite the off-field controversies. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/south-africa-vs-india-virat-is-not-greedy-for-anything-says-test-skippers-childhood-coach-2657849#rss-sports-cricket

AUS vs ENG, Ashes 2nd Test, Day 3 Live Score: England will look to rebuild their innings when they resume at 17/2 on Day 3 of the second Ashes Test in Adelaide on Saturday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/australia-vs-england-2nd-test-day-1-live-score-updates-2657846#rss-sports-cricket

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly on Friday refused to speak on white-ball captaincy row following remarks of Virat Kohli on his earlier comments. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sourav-ganguly-refuses-to-comment-on-virat-kohlis-remarks-2657704#rss-sports-cricket

Ex-New Zealand cricketer Chris Cairns, who suffered an aortic dissection this year, gave fans an update on his recovery on social media. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ex-new-zealand-cricketer-chris-cairns-gives-update-on-his-recovery-stands-unaided-for-first-time-see-pics-2655946#rss-sports-cricket

Pakistan vs West Indies: If there was an advert on how to make a comebackfor a fast bowlerafter being hit for a six, then Pakistan seamer Mohammad Wasim Jr would be one of the frontrunners to be the protagonist. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-vs-west-indies-hit-for-a-massive-six-pakistan-pacer-mohammad-wasim-gets-his-revenge-in-style-watch-2655930#rss-sports-cricket

AUS vs ENG, Ashes 2nd Test Day 2 Live Score: Australia are three wickets down against England on Day 2 of the ongoing second Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/australia-vs-england-2nd-test-day-2-live-score-updates-2655923#rss-sports-cricket

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja expressed his disappointment after the ODI series against the West Indies was rescheduled. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-vs-west-indies-pity-about-rescheduling-of-odi-series-says-ramiz-raja-2655918#rss-sports-cricket

Pakistan vs West Indies: During the third T20I, Mohammad Rizwan became the first batter to reach 2,000 T20 runs in a single calendar year. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-vs-west-indies-3rd-t20i-mohammad-rizwan-becomes-first-batter-to-reach-2-000-mens-t20-runs-in-single-calendar-year-2655902#rss-sports-cricket

The Pakistan-West Indies series has been thrown into uncertainty following five new positive Covid-19 cases in the visiting camp in Karachi. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-west-indies-series-thrown-into-uncertainty-after-new-covid-cases-2653930#rss-sports-cricket

The former Pakistan captain said BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has a lot to answer on India's white-ball captaincy controversy following Virat Kohli's press conference on Wednesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/south-africa-vs-india-ex-pakistan-captain-says-sourav-ganguly-has-a-lot-to-answer-after-virat-kohlis-press-conference-2654087#rss-sports-cricket

The Ashes, 2nd Test: Australia Test skipper Pat Cummins on Thursday expressed disappointment on missing out on the second Ashes Test but said he was excited to see Michael Neser finally getting a chance to make debut in the longest format. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/the-ashes-2nd-test-excited-to-see-michael-neser-finally-get-his-chance-in-baggy-green-says-pat-cummins-2653958#rss-sports-cricket

While Ravindra Jadeja didn't directly address the Test retirement rumours, he effectively dismissed the speculation with two separate tweets on Wednesday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ravindra-jadeja-says-long-way-to-go-after-test-retirement-rumours-2654008#rss-sports-cricket

India opening batter Smriti Mandhana said that the biggest highlight in 2021 for her was the century she scored against Australia in the day-night Test. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/nothing-better-in-2021-for-me-than-scoring-century-in-day-night-test-says-smriti-mandhana-2653956#rss-sports-cricket

Pragyan Ojha termed the controversy surrounding India's white-ball captaincy as "unnecessary". source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pragyan-ojha-reacts-to-team-indias-unnecessary-white-ball-captaincy-controversy-2653941#rss-sports-cricket

The Ashes, Australia vs England, 2nd Test: Former Australian skipper Steve Smith will lead Australia after three and a half years on Thursday in the second Ashes Test against England. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/the-ashes-australia-vs-england-2nd-test-steve-smith-to-lead-australia-3-5-years-after-ball-tampering-scandal-2653939#rss-sports-cricket

The Pakistan-West Indies series has been thrown into uncertainty following five new positive Covid-19 cases in the visiting camp in Karachi. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-west-indies-series-thrown-into-uncertainty-after-new-covid-cases-2653930#rss-sports-cricket

AUS vs ENG, Ashes 2nd Test Day 1 Live Score: Australia will be without their regular Test captain Pat Cummins as they take on England in the second Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/australia-vs-england-2nd-test-day-1-live-score-updates-2653925#rss-sports-cricket

South Africa vs India: Virat Kohli-led Indian red-ball squad departed for South Africa to face the Proteas in the three-match Test series beginning December 26. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/south-africa-vs-india-virat-kohli-led-indian-test-squad-departs-for-south-africa-tour-2653904#rss-sports-cricket

Speaking to India Today, Sunil Gavaskar shared his perspective on Virat Kohli's ODI captaincy removal and contributed it to his statement in September. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sunil-gavaskar-feels-virat-kohlis-statement-in-september-could-have-been-reason-for-odi-captaincy-removal-2653897#rss-sports-cricket

England Test skipper Joe Root has admitted that he expected too much out of all-rounder Ben Stokes in the first Ashes Test. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/joe-root-says-he-expected-too-much-of-ben-stokes-in-1st-ashes-test-2651918#rss-sports-cricket

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly revealed the reason behind a surprise inclusion in India's squad at the 2021 T20 World Cup earlier this year. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/virat-kohli-wanted-him-sourav-ganguly-on-india-players-surprise-inclusion-in-t20-world-cup-squad-2651908#rss-sports-cricket

Sydney Sixers can be rated as one of the best franchises across the globe like Mumbai Indians if they manage to win the ongoing Big Bash League to complete a hat-trick, feels their fast bowler Tom Curran. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sydney-sixers-will-be-right-up-there-with-likes-of-mumbai-indians-if-they-win-this-seasons-big-bash-league-tom-curran-2651886#rss-sports-cricket

Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi picked up three wickets in an over to help his team beat West Indies by nine runs in the second T20I and take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/watch-pakistans-shaheen-shah-afridi-takes-3-wickets-in-an-over-in-2nd-t20i-against-west-indies-2651857#rss-sports-cricket

India will face Pakistan in their opening match of ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2022 in Tauranga on March 6, 2022. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/icc-womens-world-cup-india-to-face-pakistan-in-opening-encounter-on-march-6-2651854#rss-sports-cricket

Scotland's National Performance Coach Toby Bailey took to Twitter to share a unique training game where he incorporated ideas from cricket, tennis and badminton. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/scotland-national-performance-coachs-unique-batminton-training-game-combines-badminton-cricket-tennis-watch-2651843#rss-sports-cricket

Cricket South Africa (CSA) chairperson Lawson Naidoo has said that the BCCI's decision to go ahead with the tour South Africa shows how good the friendship is between both the countries. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/sa-vs-ind-bcci-satisfied-with-steps-taken-to-ensure-tour-goes-ahead-cricket-south-africa-chairperson-2649845#rss-sports-cricket

South Africa vs India: Ahead of the Test series, KL Rahul took to social media to give fans a sneak peek into his training ahead of the all-important away tour. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/south-africa-vs-india-kl-rahul-showcases-wide-array-of-shots-in-training-video-ahead-of-test-series-watch-2649816#rss-sports-cricket

Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir feels opening batter Rohit Sharma missing the Test series against South Africa is a "massive blow" for the visitors ahead of the tour. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/massive-blow-gautam-gambhir-on-rohit-sharmas-absence-in-south-africa-test-series-2649810#rss-sports-cricket

Former India selector Sarandeep Singh shared his thoughts on Ravi Shastris recent comments about team selection in the 2019 ODI World Cup. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/former-india-selector-reacts-to-ravi-shastris-comments-about-indias-2019-world-cup-squad-selection-2649788#rss-sports-cricket

After winning the first T20I by 63 runs, Pakistan will now look to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series with a win in the second game against the West Indies. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-vs-west-indies-2nd-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-telecast-live-streaming-2649783#rss-sports-cricket

The former India batter said "it was a pleasure" to share "valuable insights" about the conditions Ajinkya Rahane and Rishabh Pant are likely to encounter in South Africa. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/ajinkya-rahane-rishabh-pant-train-with-former-india-batter-ahead-of-south-africa-tests-2649766#rss-sports-cricket

The Pakistan Cricket Board has appointed former ICC Chief Financial Officer Faisal Hasnain as its new Chief Executive, replacing Wasim Khan. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/former-icc-cfo-faisal-hasnain-appointed-new-ceo-of-pcb-2648377#rss-sports-cricket

India's new white-ball captain Rohit Sharma was all praise for his predecessor, saying that Virat Kohli has put the team in a situation from where "there is no looking back". source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/watch-what-rohit-sharma-said-on-virat-kohlis-legacy-as-white-ball-captain-2648313#rss-sports-cricket

In the 15th over of the chase, Melbourne Stars all-rounder Andre Russell survived despite the delivery from Tanveer Sangha hitting the stumps. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/watch-andre-russells-great-escape-after-ball-hits-stumps-during-big-bash-league-match-2648297#rss-sports-cricket

Pakistan's veteran wicket-keeper batter Kamran Akmal has pulled out of the upcoming season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Kamran's announcement came after he was reportedly demoted from the Gold Silver category ahead of the PSL drafts. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/dont-deserve-to-play-in-this-category-pakistan-wicketkeeper-batter-kamran-akmal-withdraws-from-psl-7-2648288#rss-sports-cricket

Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth began his BWF World Championships campaign with a win but Sai Praneeth had to face defeat as India's charge got underway on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bwf-world-championships-sai-praneeth-knocked-out-kidambi-srikanth-wins-first-round-match-2648226#rss-sports-cricket

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has said that he had personally requested Virat Kohli not to give up the T20I captaincy role. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/sourav-ganguly-personally-requested-virat-kohli-not-to-give-up-t20i-captaincy-2648219#rss-sports-cricket

Speaking to News18, Sourav Ganguly gave his support to new Indian white-ball captain Rohit Sharma and said that "he will find a way to do well". source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/sourav-ganguly-backs-phenomenal-rohit-sharmas-appointment-as-team-indias-full-time-white-ball-captain-2648196#rss-sports-cricket

As Yuvraj Singh celebrates his 40th birthday on Sunday, India batter Shubman Gill wished the former cricketer. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/thank-you-for-all-your-guidance-shubman-gill-extends-birthday-greetings-to-yuvraj-singh-2647413#rss-sports-cricket

Broad,who has played 149 Test matches for England, wrote in his column forThe Daily Mailabout an "awkward" incident that happened with him just before the toss. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/stuart-broad-reveals-awkward-moment-with-glenn-mcgrath-before-1st-ashes-test-2648192#rss-sports-cricket

PAK vs WI: Pakistan face West Indies in the first T20I of the three-match series at the National Stadium in Karachi on Monday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistan-vs-west-indies-1st-t20i-when-and-where-to-watch-live-telecast-live-streaming-2648185#rss-sports-cricket

Ashes: Injured Australian paceman Josh Hazlewood was Monday ruled out of the second Test against England in Adelaide this week, with Jhye Richardson or Michael Neser in line to replace him. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/ashes-australias-injured-josh-hazlewood-out-of-2nd-test-in-adelaide-2648167#rss-sports-cricket

Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie on Sunday pointed out the mistake England made in their team selection for the first Ashes Test. Gillespie said that the "biggest concern" for the visitors is not their fast bowling but it's the spin department. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/ashes-jason-gillespie-identifies-biggest-bowling-concern-for-england-2647508#rss-sports-cricket

Big Bash League 2021-22, THU vs STA: Sydney Thunder are three wickets down against Melbourne Starsin Match 10 of the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) 2021-22 at the Sydney Showground Stadium on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/big-bash-league-2021-22-match-10-sydney-thunder-vs-melbourne-stars-live-score-updates-2647457#rss-sports-cricket

England's team selection for the first Ashes Test raised eyebrows with both veteran pacers James Anderson and Stuart Broad left out of the playing XI. Speaking about that former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting said he was "still staggered" by the decision. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/still-staggered-ricky-ponting-left-baffled-by-englands-team-selection-in-1st-ashes-test-2647454#rss-sports-cricket

As Yuvraj Singh celebrates his 40th birthday on Sunday, India batter Shubman Gill wished the former cricketer. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/thank-you-for-all-your-guidance-shubman-gill-extends-birthday-greetings-to-yuvraj-singh-2647413#rss-sports-cricket

Former England skipper Nasser Hussain reckons that James Anderson might play in the Joe Root-led side in the second Ashes Test. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/the-ashes-2021-2022-will-definitely-go-with-james-anderson-for-2nd-test-says-nasser-hussain-2647407#rss-sports-cricket

Yuvraj Singh Birthday: Wishes poured in for former India all-rounder as he celebrates his 40th birthday on Sunday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/yuvraj-singh-birthday-wishes-pour-in-for-former-india-star-2647359#rss-sports-cricket

Former spinner Pragyan Ojha spoke about India's team combination in overseas conditions and why either of the spinners, Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin, makes a stronger case to make it to the playing XI. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/ex-india-cricketer-explains-why-ravindra-jadeja-is-being-selected-over-ravichandran-ashwin-overseas-2647313#rss-sports-cricket

After Rohit Sharma replaced Virat Kohli as India's white-ball captain, former Australia spinner Brad Hogg hoped that the Indian dressing room is not separated by the "slight division between these two particular players". source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/former-australia-cricketer-hopes-indian-dressing-room-is-not-separated-by-change-in-leadership-2647301#rss-sports-cricket

Former cricketers Anshuman Gaekwad, Saba Karim gave their backing to Shikhar Dhawan, who has lately found it hard to cement a place in the Indian playing XI. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/would-keep-him-in-the-mix-ex-india-cricketers-anshuman-gaekwad-saba-karim-back-shikhar-dhawan-for-indias-south-africa-tour-2647251#rss-sports-cricket

Speaking on YouTube, Shoaib Akhtar revealed that he had warned Hardik Pandya regarding his fitness due to his lean physique and absence of stronger back muscles. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/i-warned-him-that-he-would-get-injured-shoaib-akhtar-reveals-why-he-had-predicted-hardik-pandyas-fitness-issues-2647243#rss-sports-cricket

Pakistan vs West Indies: Roston Chase, Sheldon Cottrell and Kyle Mayers returned positive tests in Karachi. The West Indies squad had arrived in Pakistan on Thursday. The Caribbean side is slated to play three T20Is and three ODIs in Pakistan on the limited-overs tour, starting Monday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/three-west-indies-players-test-positive-for-covid-19-unavailable-for-t20is-vs-pakistan-2647181#rss-sports-cricket

Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar has lauded opener Mayank Agarwal for his performance in the second Test against New Zealand in Mumbai. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/mayank-agarwals-test-comeback-a-big-achievement-says-sanjay-bangar-2645203#rss-sports-cricket

Ashes: With Australia and England battling it out on the field, Rob's proposal to Nat certainly brought some smiles on the faces of both sets of fans. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/england-cricket-team-supporter-proposes-to-australian-fan-during-1st-ashes-test-at-gabba-watch-2645150#rss-sports-cricket

Ashes: Australia's Nathan Lyon claimed his 400th Test wicket Saturday, joining an elite group of players to reach the milestone. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/ashes-australias-nathan-lyon-takes-400th-test-wicket-2646258#rss-sports-cricket

The Ashes, AUS vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 4 Live: Joe Root and Dawid Malan have an important task of seeing off the first hour on Day 4 in the first Test against Australia in Brisbane. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/australia-vs-england-1st-test-day-4-live-score-2646165#rss-sports-cricket

Pakistan host West Indies in an upcoming T20I and ODI series, starting from December 13. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/west-indies-tour-of-pakistan-when-and-where-to-watch-live-telecast-live-streaming-2646162#rss-sports-cricket

NDTV's Rica Roy caught up with Mayank following his Mumbai Test heroics as the Indian batter opened up on a range issues, including his performance in the recently-concluded series, life in bio bubbles, the upcoming South Africa tour, domestic cricket, IPL captaincy aspirations, among other topics. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/indian-domestic-cricket-challenges-you-in-every-sense-mayank-agarwal-to-ndtv-2645105#rss-sports-cricket

The All-India Junior Selection Committee has picked a 20-member India U19 squad for the upcoming ACC U19 Asia Cup to be played in the UAE from December 23. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/india-announces-u-19-squad-for-asia-cup-and-preparatory-camp-2645032#rss-sports-cricket

Following India's series triumph, many current and past cricketers hailed the team for a fine showing, but one New Zealand cricketer's tweet has not gone down too well with fans. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/disappointed-in-you-fans-slam-new-zealand-cricketer-after-his-tweet-on-indias-series-win-2644990#rss-sports-cricket

New Zealand all-rounder James Neesham, who is known for his outspoken and witty posts on social media, has reacted to the controversy over Ben Stokes bowling 14 no-balls in the Gabba Test. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/ashes-james-neesham-takes-dig-at-tv-umpire-over-ben-stokes-no-ball-controversy-in-gabba-test-2644969#rss-sports-cricket

The West Indies cricket team arrived in Pakistan on Thursday for a visit which local officials hope will scotch bitter memories of a New Zealand tour abandoned on security grounds. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/heavy-security-as-west-indies-give-pakistan-cricket-boost-2643848#rss-sports-cricket

Ashes: Controversy erupted on Day two of the ongoing first Test between Australia and England at the Gabba on Thursday as Ben Stokes was spotted bowling 14 no-balls in the opening session in Brisbane. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/controversy-in-1st-ashes-test-as-ben-stokes-oversteps-14-times-gets-called-for-no-ball-only-twice-2643843#rss-sports-cricket

Travis Head blasted a rapid-fire century to crush England hopes on the second day of the opening Ashes Test at the Gabba on Thursday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/travis-head-century-puts-australia-in-firm-command-of-1st-ashes-test-2643822#rss-sports-cricket

Australia batter Travis Head smashed his maiden Ashes century on Day two of the ongoing first Test against England at the Gabba in Brisbane. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/ashes-how-the-world-reacted-to-travis-heads-blistering-ton-against-england-in-first-test-2643766#rss-sports-cricket

Virat Kohli will no longer lead India in limited overs but as an ODI skipper, some of his numbers are exceptional. Here is a look at India's five most memorable wins in ODIs under Kohli. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/indias-5-most-memorable-odi-wins-under-virat-kohli-2643707#rss-sports-cricket

IND vs SA: With Rohit Sharma, who was named vice-captain of the Test side, and KL Rahul back in the team, there has been a lot talk about India's opening combination. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/who-should-open-batting-for-india-in-south-africa-aakash-chopra-answers-2643642#rss-sports-cricket

If Ajinkya Rahane is stripped of Test vice-captaincy, senior batter Rohit Sharma is the front runner for the job. Similarly, Ishant Sharma, who has played more than 100 Test matches, doesn't look the force to reckon with anymore and he might not fit in the team source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/ajinkya-rahanes-vice-captaincy-ishant-sharmas-place-in-doubt-in-team-for-south-africa-tour-2641443#rss-sports-cricket

Veteran India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh therefore said it won't take long for Siraj to rise as India's No.1 bowler. Harbhajan said Siraj would be one of the first names the selectors would pick when the sit to name India's squad for the South Africa tour later this month. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/harbhajan-singh-identifies-youngster-as-indias-future-no-1-bowler-backs-him-to-come-good-in-south-africa-2641402#rss-sports-cricket

Zaheer Khan said the ball that Mohammed Siraj bowled to clean up New Zealand batter Ross Taylor on Day 2 of India vs New Zealand second Test was "magical." source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/game-changing-spell-zaheer-khan-lauds-india-pacer-mohammed-sirajs-performance-in-mumbai-2641274#rss-sports-cricket

Harbhajan Singh is expected to officially announce his retirement from competitive cricket some time next week and after that he will decide on one the offers he has got to be a part of the support staff of at least a couple of franchises. source https://sports.ndtv.com/ipl-2022/harbhajan-singh-set-to-join-support-staff-of-major-ipl-franchise-for-next-season-report-2641203#rss-sports-cricket

Sajid's 6/35 held Bangladesh to 76 before bad light forced early stumpson the first day at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium. Shakib Al Hasan was unbeaten on 23 alongside Taijul Islam (0) at stumps, with Bangladesh still needing 25 runs to avoid the follow-on. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/pakistans-sajid-khan-adds-life-to-rain-hit-bangladesh-test-with-six-wickets-2641149#rss-sports-cricket

Big Bash League: Australia's Jake Fraser-McGurk took a blinder to dismiss Jake Weatherald in the BBL match between Melbourne Renegades and Adelaide Strikers. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/big-bash-league-australian-teen-jake-fraser-mcgurk-takes-insane-catch-watch-2642006#rss-sports-cricket

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has said that the upcoming tour is the "best chance for India" to beat South Africa at their home in a Test series. source https://sports.ndtv.com/south-africa-vs-india-2021-22/sa-vs-ind-best-chance-for-india-to-register-maiden-test-series-win-in-south-africa-says-dinesh-karthik-2641974#rss-sports-cricket

On the eve of the first match of The Ashes 2021-22, visitors England named a 12-man squad for the opening Test at The Gabba in Brisbane against Australia. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/the-ashes-no-jonny-bairstow-james-anderson-as-england-name-12-man-squad-for-1st-test-2640622#rss-sports-cricket

Ex-Team India cricketer Yuvraj Singh teased a video where he told fans it was time for "my second innings". source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/yuvraj-singh-teases-video-for-his-second-innings-2640582#rss-sports-cricket

Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt praised Indian captain Virat Kohli and listed several reasons why he is a successful leader in the longest format. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/what-ex-pakistan-skipper-said-after-virat-kohlis-statement-on-ajinkya-rahane-2640472#rss-sports-cricket

While highlighting New Zealand's selection mistake against the Virat Kohli-led side in two-match Test series, former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer also decided to take a dig at the English team. Jaffer took to Koo to troll England for their recent record in the longest format while playing at home. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-wasim-jaffer-trolls-england-after-indias-series-win-over-new-zealand-2640422#rss-sports-cricket

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson could miss two months of cricketing action due to an elbow injury. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/kane-williamson-likely-to-be-out-of-action-for-two-months-report-2640378#rss-sports-cricket

The first Test of Ashes 2021-22 between England and Australia starts at The Gabba in Brisbane on Wednesday. Here, are the five players who could be the match-winners in the Ashes. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/from-steve-smith-to-ben-stokes-five-players-to-watch-when-the-ashes-begins-2640313#rss-sports-cricket

Pat Cummins warned England that an Australian side boasting some of "the all-time greats" will be tough to beat in the Ashes. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/the-ashes-australia-will-be-tough-team-to-beat-pat-cummins-warning-to-england-2640273#rss-sports-cricket

Bangladesh vs Pakistan 2nd Test Day 4 Live Score Updates: Play finally resumed on day four of the second Bangladesh-Pakistan Test on Tuesday after rain triggered by a weakened cyclone. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladesh-vs-pakistan-2nd-test-match-day-4-live-score-updates-ban-vs-pak-dhaka-test-2640252#rss-sports-cricket

England have decided to rest senior pacer James Anderson for the first Ashes Test beginning on Wednesday as part of their workload management. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/james-anderson-not-carrying-injury-but-will-miss-opening-ashes-test-says-england-and-wales-cricket-board-2640224#rss-sports-cricket

Ravichandran Ashwin worked his magic in the second Test, and proceeded to do the same on social media, lending a helping hand to his fellow spinner Ajaz Patel. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-how-ravichandran-ashwin-helped-ajaz-patel-get-a-blue-tick-on-twitter-2640213#rss-sports-cricket

Team India made up for the disappointment of being denied a win in the 1st Test in Kanpur by completely outplaying New Zealand in Mumbai. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/india-vs-new-zealand-2nd-test-team-india-report-card-2640179#rss-sports-cricket

India vs New Zealand: Former Team India cricketer Irfan Pathan lavished praise on Virat Kohli the captain after India's series triumph over New Zealand. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-irfan-pathans-ultimate-praise-for-captain-virat-kohli-after-series-triumph-over-new-zealand-2640143#rss-sports-cricket

Ashes 2021-22, Australia vs England 1st Test: The much-awaited five-match Ashes series between Australia and England will get underway at The Gabba in Brisbane from December 8. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/ashes-2021-22-australia-vs-england-1st-test-when-and-where-to-watch-live-telecast-live-streaming-2640125#rss-sports-cricket

Veteran pace spearhead James Anderson is set to miss the opening Test against Australia, reports said Tuesday, dealing a blow to England's chances of regaining the Ashes. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/injured-james-anderson-set-to-miss-opening-ashes-test-in-brisbane-report-2640114#rss-sports-cricket

West Indies white ball captain Kieron Pollard was left out of the squad to tour Pakistan on Sunday after failing to recover from a hamstring injury he sustained during the recent T20 World Cup. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/west-indies-white-ball-captain-kieron-pollard-out-of-pakistan-tour-2640110#rss-sports-cricket

Two members of Bangladesh women's team tested positive for COVID-19 after returning home from Zimbabwe, forcing the national cricket body to extend the isolation period. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/two-cricketers-of-bangladesh-womens-team-test-positive-for-covid-19-2639918#rss-sports-cricket

Ashes: Captain Joe Root expects all-rounder Ben Stokes to play a major part in the upcoming series but warned Monday that England must manage his bowling workload on his hotly anticipated return. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/ashes-joe-root-says-england-must-not-overburden-ben-stokes-on-return-2639189#rss-sports-cricket

IND vs NZ: India on Monday defeated New Zealand by a massive 372-run margin in the second and final Test at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai to seal the series 1-0. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-how-the-world-reacted-to-indias-massive-win-over-new-zealand-in-mumbai-test-2639121#rss-sports-cricket

After defeating New Zealand in the Mumbai Test and registering their biggest win in the longest format by runs, Indian players reacted on the team's performance against the World Test Champions. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/series-win-over-world-champs-team-india-stars-react-after-thrashing-new-zealand-2639118#rss-sports-cricket

Rain triggered by a weakened cyclone washed out the third day of the second Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan in Dhaka on Monday. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/rain-washes-out-day-3-of-play-in-bangladesh-pakistan-test-2639095#rss-sports-cricket

IND vs NZ: Mumbai Cricket Association chief Vijay Patil on Monday felicitated New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel, who became only the third bowler to take all 10 wickets in an innings. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-mumbai-cricket-association-felicitates-ajaz-patel-for-his-rare-feat-in-second-test-2639075#rss-sports-cricket

India reclaimed the top spot in the ICC rankings on Monday after winning the two-match series 1-0 against New Zealand. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-india-return-to-top-of-icc-mens-test-team-rankings-after-series-win-over-new-zealand-2638994#rss-sports-cricket

IND vs NZ: Wasim Jaffer trolled New Zealand's batting, following a massive 372-run defeat to India in the second Test at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-wasim-jaffer-pokes-fun-at-new-zealands-batting-against-indian-spinners-2638971#rss-sports-cricket

India spinner Jayant Yadav has said bowling with veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is great learning for him. Jayant and Ashwin had picked 13 wickets in combine vs New Zealand in Mumbai Test. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/great-learning-for-me-jayant-yadav-on-bowling-with-ravichandran-ashwin-2638937#rss-sports-cricket

India vs New Zealand: Virat Kohli on Monday said team is following the same "mindset" and objective under the new support staff which was being followed under previous dispensation. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/mindset-is-same-under-new-support-staff-virat-kohli-after-series-win-over-new-zealand-2638933#rss-sports-cricket

Jasprit Bumrah turned 28 today and his wife Sanjana Ganesan shared a heartfelt message on her social media handles. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/jasprit-bumrah-birthday-sanjana-ganesan-pens-note-for-her-whole-heart-2638908#rss-sports-cricket

Perth was axed as host of the potentially pivotal fifth Ashes Test between Australia and England because of tough Covid rules which require players to spend 14 days in quarantine. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/ashes-perth-axed-as-host-of-fifth-test-over-quarantine-rules-2638894#rss-sports-cricket

India captain Virat Kohli dubbed the team's performance in the second Test against the visiting New Zealanders as "clinical". On Monday, India beat New Zealand by a massive 372 runs in Mumbai -- their biggest ever margin of win in Tests by runs -- to win the two-match Test series 1-0. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/clinical-performance-virat-kohli-on-indias-emphatic-win-over-new-zealand-2638851#rss-sports-cricket

India vs New Zealand: Virat Kohli achieved yet another record in international cricket after India's mammoth 372-run win over New Zealand in the second and final Test in Mumbai. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-virat-kohli-registers-yet-another-record-in-international-cricket-2638822#rss-sports-cricket

The 372-run win against New Zealand was India's biggest margin of victory in terms of runs in the longest format of the game. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-india-register-their-biggest-win-by-runs-in-tests-after-thrashing-new-zealand-in-mumbai-2638795#rss-sports-cricket

IND vs NZ, 2nd Test: Head coach Rahul Dravid lauded India's bench strength, saying the players who came stepped up and took their opportunities. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-2nd-test-rahul-dravid-hails-indias-bench-strength-after-series-win-over-new-zealand-in-mumbai-2638719#rss-sports-cricket

2nd Test: Indian bowlers once again proved too hot handle as New Zealand's batting crumbled on Day 4 of the second Test with Virat Kohli's team registering a massive 372-run to win the two-match Test series 1-0. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-2nd-test-india-thrash-new-zealand-by-372-runs-to-clinch-series-1-0-2638687#rss-sports-cricket

India vs New Zealand: Former India batter Wasim Jaffer feels Virat Kohli hasn't looked out of form, despite not scoring a century in more than two years. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/virat-kohli-has-not-looked-out-for-form-wasim-jaffer-backs-india-captain-to-end-century-drought-soon-2638636#rss-sports-cricket

Ahead of the upcoming five-match Ashes series against England, former Australia skipper Ian Chappell feels Steve Smith being named vice-captain is a "controversial" appointment. source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/steve-smith-as-vice-captain-is-a-controversial-choice-says-former-australia-skipper-ian-chappell-2638619#rss-sports-cricket

Bangladesh vs Pakistan 2nd Test Day 3 Live Score: The start of play on Day 3 of the second Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan is delayed due to rain in Dhaka. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladesh-vs-pakistan-2nd-test-match-day-3-live-score-updates-ban-vs-pak-dhaka-test-2638599#rss-sports-cricket

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: The Spidercam provided some comic relief on Day 3 as a technical malfunction on it resulted in Tea being taken early in Mumbai. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/india-vs-new-zealand-2nd-test-spidercam-forces-early-tea-on-day-3-sparks-meme-fest-watch-2638591#rss-sports-cricket

After he dismissed Will Young on 20 on Day 3 of the second Test, Ravichandran Ashwin achieved a historic milestone. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/ind-vs-nz-ravichandran-ashwin-surpasses-harbhajan-singh-anil-kumble-in-elite-list-of-indian-bowlers-2638590#rss-sports-cricket

India vs New Zealand Test Day 4 Live Score: India need just 5 wickets to win the second Test match and take the series 1-0 against New Zealand. source https://sports.ndtv.com/india-vs-new-zealand-2021/india-vs-new-zealand-2nd-test-match-day-4-live-score-updates-ind-vs-nz-mumbai-test-2638556#rss-sports-cricket

Perth launched an audacious last-minute bid to swap its Ashes cricket Test with Adelaide Monday to avoid Covid quarantine issues, with a senior government official calling it a "no-brainer". source https://sports.ndtv.com/the-ashes-2021-22/perth-makes-bid-to-switch-ashes-test-with-adelaide-to-avoid-covid-quarantine-issues-2638540#rss-sports-cricket

Bangladesh vs Pakistan: Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan showcased his fun side as he slid over the wet covers after Day 2 of the second Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan was washed away due to rain. source https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/bangladesh-vs-pakistan-2nd-test-shakib-al-hasan-slides-on-wet-covers-sends-social-media-into-frenzy-watch-2638349#rss-sports-cricket