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'Welcome To Most Exciting Job In World': Dravid's Emotional Message To Gambhir
T20 World Cup: As the Indian cricket team prepares for their white-ball series against Sri Lanka, starting on July 27, a significant transition in leadership has taken place. Former head coach Rahul Dravid shared an emotional message to Gautam Gambhir, marking the beginning of a new era for Indian cricket.
Rahul Dravid's tenure as head coach ended on a high note with a T20 World Cup 2024 victory. Under his guidance, the Men in Blue, led by Rohit Sharma, triumphed over South Africa in a thrilling final in Barbados. Reflecting on his time with the team, Dravid expressed his gratitude for the unforgettable memories and friendships he forged. His heartfelt message to Gambhir underscored the significance of the coaching role and the immense pride he took in his accomplishments.
In the video message posted by BCCI on 'X', Dravid welcomed Gambhir to what he described as "the most exciting job in the world." He reminisced about his successful stint, which concluded with a memorable evening in Mumbai, and wished Gambhir similar luck and experiences. Dravid highlighted Gambhir's passion, dedication, and resilience, traits he observed during their time as teammates and Gambhir's tenure as a mentor in the Indian Premier League.
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Women’s Asia Cup: I Executed What We Prepared For The Match, Says Renuka Singh Thakur
Renuka Singh Thakur: Fast bowler Renuka Singh Thakur, who set the base for India’s ten-wicket thrashing of Bangladesh in the 2024 Women’s Asia Cup semifinal, credited her superlative performance to executing the plans prepared a day before Friday’s clash.
SA20: Durban's Super Giants Sign Kane Williamson, Chris Woakes For 2025 Season
T20I World Cups: Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson and England all-rounder Chris Woakes have joined Durban's Super Giants for the SA20 2025 season. Both will feature in their first season of the tournament. The SA20 2025 season is scheduled from January 9 to February 8. The deadline for the retentions was July 21 while the last date for the direct signing is August 31.
Jonny Bairstow Not Ready To Give Up On England Test Spot
T20 World Cup: England wicketkeeper-batter Jonny Bairstow was dropped from the Test squad for the ongoing three-match home series against West Indies but he has not given up on the dream of playing red-ball cricket again for Ben Stokes-led side. Despite being dropped for the series, the 34-year-old is eager to return to the Test side. He remained a vital part of England's red-ball team since the appointment of Brendon McCullum as head coach in May 2022.
Gambhir Will Come With Fresh Ideas As India Head Coach, Says Ravi Shastri
Kolkata Knight Riders: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has said Gautam Gambhir will bring fresh ideas to the national men’s team when they begin their white-ball tour of Sri Lanka at Pallekele on Saturday.
'Street-smart' Suryakumar Backed To Rise Up To India T20I Captaincy Challenge
Sri Lanka T20I: Nearly 14 years of hard work and dedication in the IPL and domestic cricket circuit finally paid off for Suryakumar Yadav, when he earned his India T20I debut in March 2021 against England.
There's High Confidence In What Axar Does With The Ball: Venkatapathy Raju
T20 World Cup Champions: When Axar Patel made his T20I debut against Zimbabwe in 2015, many were left wondering how his career path would turn out, considering Ravindra Jadeja had established himself in the national set-up across formats.
CLOSE-IN: Indian Cricket At The 'Pearl Of The Indian Ocean' (IANS Column)
ICC T20 World Cups: Sri Lanka previously Ceylon, was known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean" due to its pristine water and beaches. The "emerald island" was another name given to it because of the shape of the country and the lush green tea gardens and forests that it encompassed.
Chahal Missed Out As He Has Not Played Enough Matches, Opines Venkatapathy Raju
With Yuzvendra Chahal: With Yuzvendra Chahal not picked in any of India’s white-ball squads for their tour of Sri Lanka, former left-arm spinner Venkatpathy Raju believes the leg-spinner has missed out on being selected for the series due to him not playing enough matches.
Intent And Communication Of Gautam Gambhir Is Very Clear, Says Shubman Gill
Kolkata Knight Riders: The focus in the run-up to India’s white-ball series against Sri Lanka has been how new head coach Gautam Gambhir would fare in taking the team forward post the end of Rahul Dravid’s successful stint. Speaking after the practice session on Thursday, vice-captain Shubman Gill said so far, the intent and communication from Gambhir has been crystal clear.
Thushara Ruled Out Of Sri Lanka’s T20Is Against India; Madushanka Named Replacement (ld)
Premadasa International Cricket Stadium: Sri Lanka fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has been ruled out of Sri Lanka’s upcoming T20I series against India due to a fractured left thumb. Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has named Dilshan Madushanka as his replacement.
Laura Delany To Lead Ireland Women For White-ball Series Vs SL
T20 World Cup: Laura Delany will lead the 14-member women's squad for the three ODIs and two T20Is series against Sri Lanka starting on August 11 at Dublin.
Nuwan Thushara Ruled Out From T2OIs Vs India Due To Broken Finger: Report
T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka's preparations for their upcoming T20I series against India have suffered a significant setback as fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has been ruled out due to a broken finger on his left hand, say a report.
T Dilip Deservingly Given Extension As Fielding Coach: R Sridhar
T20 World Cup: R Sridhar, the former India fielding coach, believes his successor T Dilip has been deservingly given an extension with the new-look national side and added that he needs to just keep doing the things which have made the team a gun fielding unit.
Suryakumar Is Someone Who'll Take Captaincy Like Fish To Water: R Sridhar
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: As India prepares to enter a new era in T20 cricket following their World Cup triumph in June, there is a profound sense of anticipation regarding Suryakumar Yadav’s role as captain in the upcoming three-match series against Sri Lanka at Pallekele, set to begin on Saturday.
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