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Shubman Gill, the new Test captain, expressed his honour at leading India and confirmed he would bat at No.4, filling Virat Kohli’s spot. He emphasized creating a secure team environment and backing young players. While keeping the playing XI flexible based on pitch conditions, Gill hinted at an evolving team…

England captain Ben Stokes acknowledges the absence of key Indian players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the upcoming Test series but warns against underestimating India’s new squad under Shubman Gill. Stokes praises Jasprit Bumrah and welcomes Chris Woakes’ return, highlighting England’s strong record with him. …

KL Rahul acknowledges the absence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the upcoming Test series against England, highlighting the opportunity for younger players to step up. He praised Karun Nair’s comeback after eight years, recognizing his resilience and recent form. …

Michael Vaughan lauded Jasprit Bumrah as the greatest bowler he has ever witnessed, anticipating a renewed challenge for Joe Root in the forthcoming India vs England Test series. Bumrah has dismissed Root nine times in Test cricket, establishing a compelling rivalry. …

Ben Stokes, England’s Test captain, anticipates a competitive series against India, despite the absence of Kohli and Sharma, emphasizing the depth of Indian cricket. Stokes values Test cricket’s inherent significance, questioning the necessity of the World Test Championship. He aims to lead England to the top, prioritizing Test cricket commitment…

WV Raman draws parallels between the young Indian squad led by Shubman Gill and the 2007 T20 World Cup-winning team, highlighting the advantage of low expectations. The former India cricketer also emphasises on the importance of support for the new captain, Shubman Gill, and strategic role allocation within the team….

Shubman Gill is set to captain India in the upcoming five-Test series against England, marking a new era for the team after Rohit Sharma’s retirement. Kapil Dev expressed confidence in Gill’s leadership and the team’s ability to win, despite the absence of key players like Rohit, Kohli, and Ashwin. …

Leeds is experiencing an unusually hot and dry summer, raising concerns among residents as India and England prepare for their Test series. Locals are taking precautions against the heat, with forecasts predicting temperatures near 30 degrees Celsius. Cricket discussions revolve around the dry pitches and the potential for two spinners…

England captain Ben Stokes has voiced his disappointment over Virat Kohli’s absence in the upcoming Test series against India, acknowledging it as a significant loss for both the series and world cricket. Stokes emphasised Kohli’s fighting spirit and competitiveness, highlighting their mutual enjoyment of playing against each other due to…

England have announced their playing XI for the first Test against India, marking the start of the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy and the new World Test Championship cycle. Chris Woakes returns, and Brydon Carse makes his home debut. Ollie Pope retains his No.3 position despite competition, while India, under Shubman Gill, seek…

Rishabh Pant confirmed Shubman Gill will bat at No.4 in the first Test against England, filling Virat Kohli’s spot, while Pant remains at No.5. This reshuffling follows the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Kohli, marking a significant change in India’s batting order. The No.3 position is yet to be decided….

In the summer of 1911, an Indian cricket team, led by the young Maharaja Bhupinder Singh and featuring the remarkable Palwankar Baloo, embarked on their first tour of England. Despite facing seasoned English players and challenging conditions, the team, a diverse mix of Parsis, Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs, managed to…