Follow The Times of India - Sports, filter it, and define how you want to receive the news (via Email, RSS, Telegram, WhatsApp etc.) https://follow.it/timesofindiadiatimes9 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:34:59 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJLp4VE844y1V1cWWor9YPv Indian leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi has risen to the top position in the ICC T2OI bowling chart, following a standout performance and 'Player of the Series' award in the series against Australia. With a rating of 699 points, Bishnoi has displaced Afghanistan's spin maestro Rashid Khan from the top slot. Sri Lankan spinner Wanindu Hasaranga and England's Adil Rashid share the third position, while Sri Lanka's Maheesh Theekshana completes the top five. Meanwhile, Suryakumar Yadav retains his position at the summit among the batters.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:43:37 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJLp4VE844y1V1cWWor9YPv https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSKHox9Os1GwGMb1naedg1wr Jacques Kallis believes that quality all-rounders have become scarce in modern-day cricket, especially in Test cricket, due to the excessive cricket played across different formats. Kallis, who is considered one of the legendary all-rounders in the modern era, is currently in India to participate in the Legends League Cricket. He expressed his concern about the impact player rule in T20 cricket, which he believes takes away the presence of all-rounders in teams. Kallis emphasized the value that all-rounders bring to the game and highlighted the various factors contributing to the scarcity of all-rounders.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:50:36 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSKHox9Os1GwGMb1naedg1wr https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJj3tlnRNa4qJVjH6qdYdAk Faf du Plessis has hinted at a return to international cricket ahead of the T20 World Cup. He has been in discussions with white-ball coach Rob Walter for the past few years. Du Plessis believes he can make a comeback and they have been discussing the balance of the T20 World Cup with the new coach. Despite not playing for South Africa, Du Plessis has been performing well in domestic and international T20 leagues. South Africa coach Walter has mentioned that du Plessis, along with Quinton de Kock and Rilee Rossouw, could be considered for the T20 World Cup.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:14:47 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJj3tlnRNa4qJVjH6qdYdAk https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSIBQJ_VvjIcnJVjH6qdYdAk Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim became only the second batsman in Test history dismissed for obstructing the field in Wednesday's second match against New Zealand in Dhaka. New Zealand appealed against Mushfiqur, who was found to have pushed the ball away with his gloves while defending against Kyle Jamieson in the 41st over.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 10:32:25 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSIBQJ_VvjIcnJVjH6qdYdAk https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSIz4YbVjxwUleT5HJgy6HUf It has been a substantial 19 years since West Indies batting icon Brian Lara etched his name with a monumental 400 not out against England at St John's. Since that momentous achievement, no other batsman worldwide has surpassed the elusive 400-run milestone in Test cricket. Lara's masterful innings put the England bowling attack under relentless pressure as he crafted an unbeaten 400 from 582 deliveries, punctuated by 43 boundaries and 4 sixes, propelling West Indies to a colossal total of 751/5 declared. However, despite Lara's heroics, the match concluded in a draw.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:30:22 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSIz4YbVjxwUleT5HJgy6HUf https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSKViC2zPfyUhClmFkX7M1Jw Lionel Messi, captain of Argentina, has been named Time magazine's Athlete of the Year for 2023. Messi won a record-breaking eighth Ballon d'Or and raised awareness of the sport in the US by joining Inter Miami. He led Argentina to victory in the World Cup final, their first in 36 years. Messi's move to Miami created a stir, with fans buying his official pink Inter Miami shirt and ticket prices increasing. His impact turned the US into a soccer country, according to Time.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:06:19 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSKViC2zPfyUhClmFkX7M1Jw https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSI0JtYIkomVQuT5HJgy6HUf In the ICC ODI World Cup final against Australia, India's captain Rohit Sharma fell for 47 off 31 balls when attempting a third boundary off Glenn Maxwell's over. Despite Rohit's evident touch and strong form, a rushed shot resulted in his dismissal. Even esteemed former cricketers, such as the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, raised concerns about the timing of Rohit's stroke. India's innings concluded at 240 runs, and a six-wicket loss in the title clash shattered the hopes of billions eagerly anticipating the Men in Blue triumphantly lifting the coveted trophy at home after a prolonged 12-year wait.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 08:53:00 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSI0JtYIkomVQuT5HJgy6HUf https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSKw_pMQFulgLps0ohxaO6Yr Usman Khawaja advises national selectors to prioritize class over form when selecting his next opening partner. He believes that the best player should be chosen based on their ability to thrive and succeed on the international stage. Khawaja dismisses the idea of a 'bat-off' and emphasizes that teams should not be picked solely on form, as form is temporary. He suggests that the selectors should consider the permanent class of a player. Khawaja also mentions that the number of runs scored in first-class cricket should not be the sole criteria for selection.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 08:44:35 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSKw_pMQFulgLps0ohxaO6Yr https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJ39TiTrp0llCejEQ2Mq9rY Glenn Maxwell expressed his commitment to playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL) until he can no longer physically do so. Maxwell, who played a crucial role in Australia's recent ODI World Cup victory in India, will once again represent the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL. He believes that participating in the IPL is beneficial for players' careers, as it provides opportunities to learn from and interact with international stars like AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli. Maxwell also emphasized the importance of Australian players gaining experience in the IPL before the T20 World Cup.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 08:14:13 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJ39TiTrp0llCejEQ2Mq9rY https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJ83xIqU6s7qilmFkX7M1Jw Senior India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin draws attention to the difficult circumstances faced by Chennai residents due to the power outage caused by Cyclone Michaung. Devastating effects of the cyclone include widespread waterlogging, blackouts, and disruptions in mobile networks. At least 16 people have died in rain-related situations in Tamil Nadu. Ashwin shares videos of the flooded city, emphasizing that recovery will take time. Workers on tractors and boats are helping to rescue stranded individuals.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:37:07 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJ83xIqU6s7qilmFkX7M1Jw https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJxmzgA5zxsgOT5HJgy6HUf Afghanistan dispelled their 'underdog' reputation at the ICC World ODI Cup, largely attributing their transformation to mentor Ajay Jadeja. The ex-Indian cricketer significantly molded Afghanistan's showing throughout the tournament. Once viewed as dark horses due to only one win in two past campaigns, Afghanistan finished the recent event in India with an impressive tally of four victories. This noteworthy display earned them a commendable sixth-place finish, securing their berth in the Champions Trophy. They secured the 6th position on the points table after registering memorable victories against England, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 06:13:59 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJxmzgA5zxsgOT5HJgy6HUf https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSIuE0D9sEi3quT5HJgy6HUf ]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:31:56 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSIuE0D9sEi3quT5HJgy6HUf https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSKsqtTAPPgJJuzdsCmHakzH Following their triumph in the T20I series, Team India is gearing up for an extensive tour of South Africa. The tour itinerary includes three T20Is, three ODIs, and two Tests. Rinku Singh, India's standout batsman known for his stellar performance against Australia, amassing 105 runs in 5 matches at an impressive average of 52.50 and a striking rate of 175.00, recently posted a photo on Instagram featuring Arshdeep Singh, Tilak Varma, and Kuldeep Yadav.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:15:03 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSKsqtTAPPgJJuzdsCmHakzH https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJowVFhCPMGd8b1naedg1wr Indian women's team, led by new head coach Amol Muzumdar, prepares for the T20 World Cup with a busy home season starting with a T20I series against England. Despite India's poor record against England, Muzumdar emphasizes leaving the past behind and focusing on a fresh start. He wants the team to play a fearless brand of cricket, with an emphasis on fielding and fitness. The upcoming series against England and Australia will be crucial in the lead-up to the World Cups in 2024 and 2025. Australia's Troy Cooley will serve as the bowling coach for both series.]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 04:39:40 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSJowVFhCPMGd8b1naedg1wr https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSIBN0dLjyrw53n9ye8UNv30 Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction for the upcoming season, former India pacer Irfan Pathan gave tips to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for the 17th season of the tournament.]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 18:47:34 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSIBN0dLjyrw53n9ye8UNv30 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSIBN0dLjyrw5-T5HJgy6HUf Australia opener Usman Khawaja believes there is no need to shift Marnus Labuschagne or anyone else to open once David Warner concludes his Test career, stating that given the difficulties of the task, a specialist should perform the job.]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 18:32:15 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSIBN0dLjyrw5-T5HJgy6HUf https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSL1Y_c5WLeL5Js0ohxaO6Yr Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, who last played for India in a Test match against Bangladesh in Mirpur in December 2022, recently joined the Delhi Capitals training camp in Kolkata but refrained from taking part in the training sessions. Pant, who regularly posts his rehab updates on social media platforms, posted a video on X on Tuesday as he gears up to lead the Delhi franchise in the IPL 2024. Earlier on Sunday, Deep Dasgupta came up with a big statement, suggesting that CSK might consider Pant as a potential successor to MS Dhoni in IPL 2025.]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 18:18:24 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSL1Y_c5WLeL5Js0ohxaO6Yr https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSI-KwaVRDLtJiejEQ2Mq9rY Eight runners had qualified for the 100m final at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium but seven disappeared apparently after hearing that dope testers from the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) were present at the competition venue to take urine samples. It is learnt that Lalit Kumar's urine sample collected after the race on September 26 has returned positive for a banned steroid. Delhi State Athletics Association president Sunny Joshua said that the committee will submit a report in a few days.]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 17:12:16 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSI-KwaVRDLtJiejEQ2Mq9rY https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSKvKcNXTnGOuJs0ohxaO6Yr David Warner, who has a big fan following in India after his home country, took to Instagram, appealing to everyone who is in a position to help to come out and offer assistance to those in need. There was a lot of damage in the city due to severe cyclonic storm Michaung, as close to a dozen people lost their lives in various rain-related incidents in and around Chennai. The city and adjoining districts faced relentless rains on Monday as cyclonic storm Michaung loomed over the northern coastal areas of Tamil Nadu.]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:25:26 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSKvKcNXTnGOuJs0ohxaO6Yr https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSLdZF32N8wVZHn9ye8UNv30 India women team's new head coach Amol Muzumdar highlighted the significance of every step taken from this point forward, emphasizing that the team is now in the process of preparing for the T20 World Cup scheduled for September-October 2024 in Bangladesh. This indicates a strategic approach to building a competitive and well-rounded team for the upcoming global event. Muzumdar has made it clear that there will be no compromise on fielding and fitness standards under his coaching tenure.]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 15:35:19 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/dtVLQzXgmSLdZF32N8wVZHn9ye8UNv30