Patidar shows Will to keep Bengaluru alive
CHENNAI: About a fortnight ago, when Royal Challengers Bengaluru arrived in Hyderabad to take on Sunrisers, their campaign seemed all but out. They had one win and seven losses in eight games, and were in a desperate need for a turnaround. Enter Rajat Patidar. While the Madhya Pradesh batter's bad luck had extended from the Test series against England into the IPL, in that match, it all changed. Patidar came out all guns blazing, smashing a 20-ball 50. RCB won by 35 runs, with Patidar lighting the spark for a spectacular turn of events. In the next match against Gujarat Titans, Will Jacks became the last piece of the puzzle that is RCB middle-order. The Englishman went from 29-ball 44 to 41-ball 100 as RCB registered their third win. From thereon, they beat GT in a return home game and then thrashed Punjab Kings in Dharamsala where Patidar was the hero again, hitting a 32-ball 52. On Sunday, in yet another must win encounter, this time against Delhi Capitals, RCB lost both Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli in the powerplay. It was down to Patidar and Jacks, once again, to do the rescue act. Despite the fall of wickets, the duo launched a calculated counterattack to keep the innings going. Patidar hit three fours off Mukesh Kumar and then took apart Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel. Jacks too joined the party as they just kept the sixes coming. The duo kept the singles and doubles coming while hitting at least a six or four in every over. So much that RCB went from 36/2 to 124/2 in 52 balls. Patidar, in the process, had smashed yet another fifty, this time 52 from 32 balls. Once he got out, Jacks too fell in the next over to Kuldeep for 41 runs from 29 balls, leaving RCB in a position of strength. From there, Cameron Green (32 n.o from 24 balls)took them to 187/9 in 20 overs. From being down and out after eight games, RCB now has a fair chance to make it to the play-offs. And for that, among other things including Kohlis form, they have Patidar and Jacks to thank for. Brief scores: RCB 187/8 in 20 ovs (Patidar 52, Jacks 41; Salam 2/23) bt DC 140 in 19.1 ovs (Axar 57; Dayal 3/20).
Ate Parathas...: Ex-India Star's Epic Remark As PBKS Drop Kohli Twice
Virat Kohli starred with another batting masterclass in IPL 2024 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings by 60 runs in Dharamsala.
Decoded: Virat Kohli's spectacular run out
Virat Kohli took advantage of three chances, including one on zero, to deliver an impressive 47-ball 92. His innings played a key role in clinching a 60-run victory over the Punjab Kings in a must-win match at the picturesque Dharamsala stadium on Thursday. In addition to his powerful batting, Virat also shone in the field. During Punjab Kings' chase of 242, he raced in from deep midwicket, collected the ball, and executed a direct hit at the bowler's end, dismissing Shashank Singh.
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'Another classic, vintage Virat innings and Rajat got his fourth 50. The game had everything... Another good day for RCB.'
Decoding RCB's highest team totals in IPL
Royal Challengers Bengaluru thrashed Punjab Kings by 60 runs in Match 58 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season in Dharamsala.
Du Plessis lauds RCB's character
A fine half-century by Rilee Rossouw went in vain as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) bowlers delivered a brilliant performance to bundle out Punjab Kings (PBKS) for just 181 runs and secure a 60-run win at Dharamsala on Thursday.
IPL 2024: GT V CSK Overall Head-to-head; When And Where To Watch
Chennai Super Kings: Gujarat Titans (GT) will host Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in match 59 of the IPL 2024 on Friday. CSK, sitting fourth in the points table, are heading into this game after a comfortable win against Punjab Kings at Dharamsala while GT, that are rooted at the bottom of the table, lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their last match. Chennai and Gujarat locked horns six times in the IPL with both teams sharing an equal number of wins. GT v CSK head-to-head 6- Gujarat Titans: 3 Chennai Super Kings: 3 GT v CSK match time: The match starts at 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM GMT) with the toss taking place half an hour before the match i.e., 7:00 PM (1:30 PM GMT) GT v CSK match venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad GT v CSK Live broadcast on television in India: The GT v CSK match will be broadcast live via Star Sports Network. Live stream in India: The live streaming of GT v CSK is available on JioCinema Squads: Chennai Super Kings: Ajinkya Rahane, Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Moeen Ali, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni(w), Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur, Richard Gleeson, Tushar Deshpande, Sameer Rizvi, Simarjeet Singh, Shaik Rasheed, Mukesh Choudhary, Prashant Solanki, Rachin Ravindra, Ajay Jadav Mandal, RS Hangargekar, Maheesh Theekshana, Nishant Sindhu, Aravelly Avanish Gujarat Titans: Wriddhiman Saha(w), Shubman Gill(c), Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma, Joshua Little, Sandeep Warrier, Vijay Shankar, Manav Suthar, Jayant Yadav, Darshan Nalkande, Sharath BR, Kane Williamson, Matthew Wade, Umesh Yadav, Abhinav Manohar, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Kartik Tyagi, Spencer Johnson, Azmatullah Omarzai, Sushant Mishra
King Kohli Reigns In Dharamsala!
Virat Kohli starred with the bat for RCB with a vintage knock in a must-win game to help them overpower Punjab Kings.
Bowlers complement Kohli, Patidar as RCB crush PBKS by 60 runs
Dharamsala: Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar conjured up superlative fifties before the bowlers joined the party as Royal Challengers Bengaluru kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a huge 60-run win over Punjab Kings in the IPL here on Thursday. Kohlis 47-ball 92 was the cornerstone of RCBs innings as he starred in two partnerships Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Virat Kohli Scripts IPL History With Massive Record As RCB Knock Out PBKS
Virat Kohli starred as Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings by 60 runs at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Thursday. Virat Kohli anchored the innings as RCB posted a huge total of 241 for 7 in 20 overs. Kohli, who scored 92 runs off 47 balls in the game, crossed the mark of 1000 IPL runs against PBKS and thus became the first-ever batter in the history of the tournament to do it against three opponents.
Virat 'Superman' Kohli: Stunning knock & a spectacular run out
Virat Kohli consistently seeks to immerse himself in the heart of cricket action, and Thursday proved no exception. First he dazzled with a sensational innings of 92, and then produced a 'Superman' moment on the field with a direct-hit run-out during Royal Challengers Bangalore's emphatic victory over Punjab Kings in Dharamsala.
RCB stay alive in playoff race with 60-run win over Punjab
Dharamsala, May 9: Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar conjured up superlative fifties before the bowlers joined the party as Royal Challengers Bengaluru kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a huge 60-run win over Punjab Kings in the IPL here on Thursday. Kohlis 47-ball 92 was the cornerstone of RCBs innings as he starred in [] The post RCB stay alive in playoff race with 60-run win over Punjab appeared first on The Shillong Times .
'We were making the same mistakes...': Faf du Plessis
Skipper Faf du Plessis expressed concerns despite Royal Challengers Bengaluru's fourth consecutive win. He acknowledged that the team was repeating errors. Du Plessis emphasised the need for improvement and learning from these mistakes. The captain's focus is on enhancing team performance for future matches. Virat Kohli's spectacular 92 off 47 deliveries, combined with a united bowling performance, propelled RCB to a commanding 60-run victory over Punjab Kings at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on Thursday.
'For me, it's still quality over quantity': Virat Kohli
Batting maestro Virat Kohli reaffirmed his commitment to quality performance after leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a significant 60-run win against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL match in Dharamsala on Thursday. His statement, For me, it's still quality over quantity, served as a succinct response to his detractors. Kohli's performance was pivotal in the victory, demonstrating his focus on delivering results when it counts.
Virat Kohli entertains Dharamsala: Stunning direct hit, rifle celebration
Virat Kohli entertains Dharamsala Stunning direct hit rifle celebration
Virat Kohli lets bat do the talking in Dharamsala, triggers meme fest
Virat Kohli lets bat do the talking in Dharamsala triggers meme fest
Classic Kohli, Patidar power RCB to 241-7
Dharamsala: A classic 47-ball 92 by Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidars breezy fifty powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to 241/7 against Punjab Kings in a rain-interrupted IPL match here Thursday. The butterfingered Punjab fielders were guilty of dropping catches as Kohli and Patidar capitalised on the reprieves to put on 72 off 32 balls after they []
PBKS drop 3 catches, including 2 of Virat Kohli
Punjab Kings had a challenging beginning against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their pivotal clash at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Thursday. After winning the toss and opting to field first, Punjab Kings encountered fielding difficulties, missing three key catches in the first five overs, two of which were off Virat Kohli.
PBKS vs RCB: Maxwell, Rabada out for do-or-die clash in Dharamsala
PBKS vs RCB Maxwell Rabada out for doordie clash in Dharamsala
PBKS vs RCB Live: Kohli, Bengaluru eye momentum in Dharamsala
PBKS vs RCB Live Kohli Bengaluru eye momentum in Dharamsala
Watch: Virat Kohli gatecrashes Kagiso Rabada's podcast
You won't mind if it's Virat Kohli who gatecrashes your cricket podcast, which is what exactly happened with Punjab Kings' fast bowler Kagiso Rabada while he was doing a podcast. Punjab Kings will host Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL match at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Thursday.
RCB look to keep playoff hopes alive in Dharamsala
RCB look to keep playoff hopes alive in Dharamsala
PBKS vs RCB IPL 2024: Predicted playing XI, live streaming details, weather and pitch report
Check out the live streaming details for match 58 to be played at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala.
Watch: Virat Kohli speaks in Punjabi with Himachal players in Dharamsala
Watch Virat Kohli speaks in Punjabi with Himachal players in Dharamsala
Virat Kohli's Playful Side Shines Before PBKS Clash; Dharamsala Banter Delights Fans On Social Media
Virat Kohli's punjabi banter in Dharamsala lights up the internet
Watch: Virat Kohli's Punjabi delights fans in viral video
At the HPCA Stadium practice in Dharamsala, a young cricketer approached Virat for an autograph and Virat's chatter in Punjabi quickly gained attention on social media. Kohli is presently in Dharamsala with the RCB squad, gearing up to take on the hosts Punjab Kings in their upcoming Indian Premier League match scheduled for Thursday.
'Tu kheench meri photo': RCB players turn into posers in Dharamsala
Enthralled by the stadium's splendor, several RCB players, some of who are experiencing Dharamsala for the first time, were captured striking poses and capturing scenic snapshots before their training session, gearing up for their match against hosts Punjab Kings on Thursday.
Girls outshine boys in Himachal Pradesh Board Class 10 results
Dharamsala girls excel in Himachal Pradesh Class 10 board exams, with 71 girls in top 92 positions
Watch: India's new T20I jersey unveiled in Dharamsala ahead of World Cup
Watch Indias new TI jersey unveiled in Dharamsala ahead of World Cup
India's first-ever 'hybrid pitch' unveiled at HPCA stadium in Dharamsala
Dharamsala: India's first-ever 'hybrid pitch' was unveiled at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium in a grand ceremony here on Monday.The event was attended by IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal and cricket dignitaries including Paul Taylor, a former England cricketer and SIS's international cricket director. The introduction of hybrid pitches is set to revolutionize cricket in India, following their success in iconic venues like Lord's and The Oval in England, said Dhumal, who hails from Himachal Pradesh. The hybrid pitch, which combines natural turf with synthetic fibres, promises enhanced durability and consistent playability, reducing the strain on ground staff and maintaining quality playing conditions. With only 5% synthetic fibres, the pitch ensures that the natural characteristics essential for cricket are preserved. Taylor expressed gratitude towards the HPCA for their collaboration on this pioneering project. With the ICC's approval, we're excited to see the positive impact these pitches will have on the sport, starting with installations in Mumbai and Ahmedabad next, he said. The 'Universal Machine', a critical component in installing the hybrid surface, was developed by SISGrass in 2017 and has been instrumental in the rollout of similar pitches across England's county cricket grounds. This innovation aligns with the ICC's recent sanctioning of hybrid pitches for T20 and one-day international matches, with plans to expand their use in four-day county championships starting this year. The integration of technologies like SISAir, a root aeration system, further underscores the commitment to enhancing cricket infrastructure in India. This system improves the pitch's health and resilience, benefiting players with better and safer playing conditions.
India's first-ever 'hybrid pitch' unveiled in Dharamsala
Dharamsala unveils Indias first hybrid pitch, revolutionizing cricket with enhanced durability and consistent playability
Dharamsala: Ravindra Jadeja's stellar all-round performance guided Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a remarkable victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 53 of the TATA IPL 2024 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. CSK, after being in a precarious position at 101/5, were resurrected by Jadeja's fighting knock of 43 off 26 deliveries, propelling them to a total of 167/9. However, it was his bowling that truly shone as he scalped three crucial wickets for just 20 runs, restricting PBKS to 139/9. The match commenced with Punjab Kings winning the toss and electing to field. CSK lost early wickets, but a stabilizing partnership between Ruturaj Gaikwad and Daryl Mitchell took them to 60/1 at the end of the Powerplay. However, quick wickets fell thereafter, with PBKS bowlers maintaining pressure. Jadeja's late onslaught, supported by contributions from Moeen Ali and Shardul Thakur, pushed CSK to a competitive total. In response, PBKS faltered early, losing key wickets to CSK's bowling attack led by Tushar Deshpande and Jadeja. PBKS never managed to recover from the early blows and kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Despite some resistance from lower-order batsmen, the target proved too daunting as CSK secured a convincing 28-run victory. Jadeja's all-round brilliance earned him the Player of the Match award, highlighting his significant impact in CSK's triumph. His performance played a pivotal role in reviving CSK's campaign in the tournament. With this win, CSK strengthens their position in the points table, while PBKS faces an uphill task to bounce back in the remaining matches of the season.
PBKS vs CSK, IPL 2024: Chennai beat Punjab by 28 runs, jump to 3rd in standings
The ever-reliant Ravindra Jadeja sparkled with a crucial all-round performance (43 off 26 & 3/20) to help Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bounce back hard and beat Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 53 of the TATA IPL 2024 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. A fighting knock from Jadeja (43 off 26) had [] The post PBKS vs CSK, IPL 2024: Chennai beat Punjab by 28 runs, jump to 3rd in standings appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Jadeja shines with all-round brilliance, propels CSK to victory
Dharamsala, May 5 (UNI) Ravindra Jadejas stellar all-round performance guided Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a remarkable victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 53 of the TATA IPL 2024 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. CSK, after being in a precarious position at 101/5, were resurrected by Jadejas fighting knock of... The post Jadeja shines with all-round brilliance, propels CSK to victory first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
Chennai Super Kings' Bowlers Dazzle Against Punjab Kings In A Low Score Defence In Dharamshala IPL
Chennai Super Kings' Bowlers Dazzle Against Punjab Kings In A Low Score Defence In Dharamshala IPL Earlier, Punjab Kings won the toss and elected to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings in match 53 of IPL 2024 at the picturesque HPCA Stadium.Leg-spinner Rahul Chahar and medium pacer Harshal Patel picked up three wickets apiece as Punjab Kings produced a disciplined bowling effort to restrict Chennai Super Kings to a modest 167 for 9 on Sunday in Dharamsala.Allrounder Ravindra Jadeja (43), skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad (32) and Daryl Mitchell (30) got starts for CSK but failed to transform their knocks into big scores.Chahar (3/23) and Harshal (4/24) stood out with the ball for PBKS, while stand-in captain Sam Curran (1/34) and Arshdeep Singh (2/42) also registered their names in the wicket-takers list.
Jadejas all-round heroics propel CSK to 28-run win over PBKS
Dharamsala: Ravindra Jadeja orchestrated a masterclass all-round show as Chennai Super Kings regained their winning touch with a comprehensive 28-run win over Punjab Kings in a low-scoring IPL fixture here on Sunday. Wily leg-spinner Rahul Chahar (3/23) and seamer Harshal Patel (3/24) put up a spirited show but Jadeja made a crucial 43 that came Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Jadeja goes past Dhoni to become player with most...
Ravindra Jadeja delivered a stellar all-round performance, guiding Chennai Super Kings to a convincing 28-run victory over Punjab Kings in the IPL 2024 match in Dharamsala on Sunday.
Ravindra Jadeja aces 'stats test' after match-winning show in Dharamsala
Ravindra Jadeja aces stats test after matchwinning show in Dharamsala
CSK beat PBKS by 28 runs in IPL
Dharamsala: Ravindra Jadeja produced an all-round effort to help Chennai Super Kings beat Punjab Kings by 28 runs in an Indian Premier League match here Sunday. Sent into bat, Jadeja made 43 runs off 26 balls and then picked up 3 for 20 to ensure a win for CSK. Chasing a modest 168, PBKS faltered []
CSK Triumph Over PBKS by 28 Runs in Dharamsala IPL Encounter
CSK Triumph Over PBKS by 28 Runs in Dharamsala IPL Encounter Chennai Super Kings beat Punjab Kings by 28 runs at Dharamsala in IPL on Sunday.
CSK snap losing streak vs PBKS in Dharamsala, revive playoffs hopes
CSK snap losing streak vs PBKS in Dharamsala revive playoffs hopes
MS Dhoni out for first-ball duck, Dharamsala crowd goes silent
MS Dhoni out for firstball duck Dharamsala crowd goes silent
IPL 2024: Santner, Deshpande come in as unchanged PBKS elect to bowl first against CSK
IPL 2024: Santner, Deshpande come in as unchanged PBKS elect to bowl first against CSK Dharamsala: Punjab Kings have won the toss and elected to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings in match 53 of IPL 2024 at the picturesque HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday afternoon. PBKS are placed at eighth position on [] The post IPL 2024: Santner, Deshpande come in as unchanged PBKS elect to bowl first against CSK appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Losing ten tosses in 11 matches! Gaikwad says it's...
Ruturaj Gaikwad continues to find himself on the wrong side of the toss coin as the Chennai Super Kings captain lost another toss against Punjab Kings in Dharamsala on Sunday. It was the 10th time in 11 matches for Gaikwad when the coin did not land in his favour.
Punjab Kings opt to bowl against CSK
Dharamsala: Punjab Kings stand-in skipper Sam Curran opted to bowl after winning the toss in their IPL match against Chennai Super Kings here Sunday. Curran went with an unchanged XI, while Ruturaj Gaikwad brought in left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner in place of Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman who has returned home for national commitments. Seamer Tushar []
Watch: Chennai Super Kings' game strategies against Punjab Kings
Chennai Super Kings face challenges in IPL match at Dharamsala. Eric Simons strategizes as Ruturaj Gaikwad shines. Concerns over flu, dew factor, and batting line-up impact CSK's performance.
PBKS vs CSK IPL 2024: Predicted playing XI, live streaming details, weather and pitch report
Check out the live streaming details for match 53 to be played at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.
Will Dhawan play vs CSK in Dharamsala?
Sunil Joshi, the spin bowling coach of the Punjab Kings, shed light on his team's affinity for playing IPL matches in Dharamsala, where they are set to face the formidable Chennai Super Kings. Despite the challenging nature of facing a five-time champion team like CSK, Joshi emphasized the unique advantages that the venue offers to his side.
Where to Watch PBKS vs CSK 2024 IPL Match Live Streaming for Free
Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings 2024, IPL Live Streaming: The Indian Express gives live streaming details of Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings clash from the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings IPL 2024 Live Streaming:A rejuvenated Punjab Kings will take on Chennai Super Kings in Match [] The post Where to Watch PBKS vs CSK 2024 IPL Match Live Streaming for Free appeared first on Northlines .
Airfares hiked between Delhi and Dharamsala route due to IPL 2024 matches
Airfares hiked between Delhi and Dharamsala route due to IPL matches
Fleeing Chinese persecution: One woman's great escape from Tibet to India
DHARAMSALA: A year ago, Namkyi left her home in Charo village, Tibet, and walked continuously for 10 days and nights along with her aunt Tsering Kyi before crossing into Nepal and finally reaching India. Now 24, she recalls how she was imprisoned for a year at the age of 15 by Chinese authorities after she and her sister protested over not being allowed to practise their faith. I have left my family behind and crossed over to tell the world how difficult life is for us in Tibet. Human rights are violated with impunity and we are always treated with suspicion and looked down upon. I shudder to recall the days I spent in jail when I was barely 15, men in uniform would hit us, leftover food was fed, and we slept in the cold with thin blankets. There was just nobody who could come to our rescue. I was let off after being tried but with threats and warnings, a teary-eyed Namkyi told The New Indian Express . Namkyi was detained in the Tashi Gyalkaling County along with her sister. The charges levelled against her were 'separatist acts against the nation' and supporting the 'Dalai clique'. Tibetans in exile urge US to call for China to release 11th Panchen Lama While in prison, we were made to undertake military training and learn about the Chinese constitution. We also worked in a labour camp making copper wires, cigarette boxes and watches. After completing our prison term, we were kept at a police station in Pema Lhathang in Ngaba County for a week. My family has been kept on a blacklist ever since, she said adding that her family was questioned after she left, and she fears they would be tortured. After reaching India in June 2023, Namkyi has been in a transit school where she is learning the local language as her dialect isn't similar to what the Tibetans in exile speak in India. She got an audience with His Holiness the Dalai Lama, a few weeks after she reached Dharamsala, which she says helped her heal. HH said that we should preserve our culture and tradition, she said. Namkyi has gone through a lot, but her story is not any different from thousands of Tibetan refugees who have braved harsh terrain to escape Tibet. Namkyi says that she hopes to travel across the world and make people aware of the gross human rights violations in China and hopes that someday justice will prevail. Dalai Lama says his thought process is Indian as he's a follower of Nalanda tradition of Buddhism
Tibetans in exile urge US to call for China to release 11th Panchen Lama
DHARAMSALA: With US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken currently visiting China, Tibetans in exile in India are optimistic that he would raise the issue of the disappearance of the 11th Panchen Lama with the Chinese authorities, even as his 35th birthday was celebrated here on Thursday. You are aware that the 11th Panchen Lama a few days after his name was announced was imprisoned by the Chinese authorities when he was just six years old. As we celebrate his 35th birthday today, we urge Secretary Blinken to raise the issue of his release from prison. This is a gross violation of human rights and the US always advocates that there should be no human rights violations, a spokesperson of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) told The New Indian Express in Dharamshala. China has not just committed a crime against the appointed Panchan Lama but also against the boy they themselves chose as one, the CTA added. In Dharamshala's Dalai Temple, celebrations are held every five years to mark the birthday of the 11th Panchen Lama. His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Panchen Ringpoche are considered the sun and moon by Tibetans. Dalai Lama says his thought process is Indian as he's a follower of Nalanda tradition of Buddhism Since 1995, the case of the enforced disappearance of the Panchen Lama has been continuously discussed in the UN Working Group on Enforced or Involuntary Disappearances. Members of Parliaments of US, Lithuania, Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, UK amongst a host of others have called for his immediate release. However, the Chinese government has not responded on his whereabouts, said Sikyong Penpa Tsering in Dharamshala on Thursday. A delegation of Parliamentarians from Estonia had come to voice their support for releasing the Panchen Lama and returning Tibet to the Tibetans. What we have a problem with is that it's a kidnapping and should not be acceptable anywhere in the world. Our association with HH Dalai Lama began when he first visited Estonia in 1991 and it was a political issue that we got associated with as you cannot usurp another one's territory, Estonian Parliamentarian Juku-Kalle Raid, Member of Riigkogu, told The New Indian Express . Meanwhile, representatives of Buddhist organisations in India have urged the Indian government to help in raising this issue and also sought clarity on the whereabouts of the Panchen Lama. I want to know that he is well and alive. This is a big cause of concern for us, Regzin Dorjey of the Ladakh Buddhist Association told The New Indian Express , adding it was high time that the UN got involved to resolve this.
Dalai Lama says his thought process is Indian as he's a follower of Nalanda tradition of Buddhism
DHARAMSALA: His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama has been living in India for over six decades now and says that he is a follower of the Nalanda tradition. Most of my life I have spent in India. Even though physically my body is Tibetan, mentally I have been nourished by the Nalanda tradition which is a thousand years old. I am a Nalanda practitioner - which is an Indian tradition and I have kept the Indian thought, he told The New Indian Express . Speculation is rife on whether the Dalai Lama will announce his successor on his 90th birthday, which falls on July 6, 2025. The day is going to be observed as international peace day. There are close to 83,000 Tibetan refugees in India and Nepal (nearly 73,000 live in India now). However, after the Galwan clashes, the inflow of Tibetan refugees to India is down to a trickle, less than 100 a year. There are nearly 1.4 lakh Tibetans living in exile across the world. Tibetans in exile have been having back-channel talks with the Chinese during the past two years. We have back-channel communications with the Chinese, but we have no immediate expectation in the short term, Penpa Tsering, political leader and head of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), also known as Sikyong, told The New Indian Express . Between 2002 and 2010, nine rounds of talks were held between the Tibetans in exile and China but there was no outcome. Tibetans in China are being repressed, specially those who have families in exile, according to the CTA, which also alleges that China spreads disinformation. Transnational repression is being followed by China extensively which has made everyone live in fear, it says. In China everyone is literally reduced to a barcode and every move and transaction is monitored, families of refugees become natural suspects. Tibetan children are forcibly taken to study in Chinese boarding schools, said the CTA. We follow the Middle Path and have been advocating the Tibet issue internationally, said Norzin Dolma, Minister, CTA. A Tibetan refugee, who currently lives in Nepal, says that nearly all Tibetan refugees in Nepal are being monitored and are under surveillance due to the increasing influence of China on Nepal. We are scared to talk or communicate freely, as Chinese officials spring up from literally anywhere in Nepal, a Tibetan refugee from Nepal told The New Indian Express . While Tibetans in exile haven't given up dreaming of regaining lost ground, the realities as of now in Tibet are challenging and harsh for the six million people living there.
Dharamsala to get India''s first ''hybrid pitch''
'The Universal' machine, used in Dharamshala for the hybrid pitch, will be taken to Ahmedabad and Mumbai to create further such pitches
Hillocks levelled as illegal miners deploy heavy machines in Himachal Pradeshs Una
Dharamsala (HP): Illegal mining with the help of JCB and Poclain machines continues to be rampant in parts of Una along the Punjab border, so much so that hillocks have been levelled at several points. A few environmentalists said it was shocking to notice the extent of illegal mining in Shivalik hills, the mined material [] The post Hillocks levelled as illegal miners deploy heavy machines in Himachal Pradeshs Una appeared first on Northlines .
Parsis in City Celebrate Navroz
Hyderabad: The Parsi community celebrated Navroz after offering prayers across fire temples in the city. The Navroz fusion fiesta, featuring choicest food delicacies, dance and music, was made merrier by Behram Siganporia, the music sensation whose guitar strumming and vocal numbers had the gathering shaking a leg or two. This standout event was held at Parsi Dharamsala. Siganporia said, I feel blessed to have been born in a religious Parsi family for whom giving mattered the most. Competitive events featured games and fun events,the best dressed couple and the best traditionally dressed. The gathering exchanged new year pleasantries and wished one another on the occasion of Navroz.
1+1=11: Challenges before the batters at the crease
On Day 2 of the fifth and final Test between India and England at Dharamsala, after India lost Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, both centurions, the middle order had to consolidate the lead of 61...
Himachal Pradesh: Sukhu-led govt survival depends on by-elections to be held with LS polls
CHANDIGARH: The fate of the 15-month-old Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu-led Congress government in Himachal Pradesh now depends on the outcome of the assembly bypolls to the six seats. According to the Election Commission of India (ECI), voting for the Assembly and Lok Sabha polls will be held simultaneously on June 1. On Saturday, the ECI announced simultaneous bypolls in the six assembly segments of Dharamsala in Kangra, Sujanpur and Barsar in Hamirpur, Gagret in Una, Kutlehar and Lahaul-Spiti. The bye-elections were necessitated following the disqualification of six MLAs -- Sudhir Sharma from Dharamsala, Rajinder Rana from Sujanpur, Inder Dutt Lakhanpal from Barsar, Ravi Thakur from Lahaul-Spiti, Chaitnaya Sharma from Gagret and Devender Bhutto from Kutlehar. With the Congresss strength in the state assembly being reduced to 34, it will require two more seats to save its government from collapsing. As the BJP has 25 MLAs, the support of three Independent MLAs Hoshiyar Singh from Dehra, KL Thakur from Nalagarh and Ashish Sharma from Hamirpur is a must to win all the six seats. If the BJP wins all the six seats, its strength in the assembly will rise to 31 and with three independents on its side, the total number will be 34:34. Thus, the Congress is set to focus more on the assembly bypoll as its result will determine its governments survival than winning any of the four Lok Sabha seats. After the ECI announced the poll dates, the mercury in the political barometer shot up with both the ruling Congress and BJP putting in all their might to win the maximum number of seats. Sources said that the possibility of BJP giving a ticket to Congress rebel MLA Sudhir Sharma from the Kangra Lok Sabha seat cannot be ruled out. SC will on Monday take up a plea filed by six disqualified HP rebel Congress MLAs challenging state assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathanias decision to disqualify them under anti-defection law. SC to take up plea against House Speaker Supreme Court will on Monday take up a plea filed by six disqualified Himachal Pradesh rebel Congress MLAs challenging state assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathanias February 29 decision to disqualify them under the anti-defection law.
Sunanda K. Datta-Ray | Dalai Lama has ensured global identity for Tibet
No Chinese leader had ever asked of the Dalai Lama -- as Stalin did of the Pope -- How many divisions does he command? Yet this 65th anniversary of the Tibetan uprising of March 1959 must find China worried that the 88-year-old exile with an infectious giggle but without a country to rule or troops to command might be the wolf in a monks robe of its national nightmare. If so, what role will history assign to his enigmatic second eldest brother, Gyalo Thondup? When Jawaharlal Nehru sent the Dalai Lama to Dharamsala, journalists predicted that he would be forgotten on that shelf above the world. But Mao Zedong, with his acute insight into character and situations, had lamented when he heard that the Dalai Lama had escaped: In that case, we have lost the battle. The Great Helmsman knew that an idea conquers the world more effectively than any army can. While Dalai Lamas come and go, an institution embodying the spirit of Tibet lives for ever. Tibet and Tibetans have blossomed into an indestructible virtual nation during these 65 years of the Dalai Lamas exile. That is also Indias unique contribution to the cause. Presidents and Premiers meet the Dalai Lama only when they want to make a point against China, Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao once told me. We alone have given him full liberty to do whatever he wants! When I asked Chinas consul-general in Kolkata if Beijing was serious about claiming Arunachal Pradesh, he retorted: But of course! The Sixth Dalai Lama was born there! The fervently loyal Han diplomat meant Tsangyang Gyatso, an unconventional 17th century pontiff who disdained monastic austerity, grew his hair long, wore regular Tibetan robes, drank alcohol and accepted female company. Born on March 1, 1683 in Tawang, he was probably kidnapped and murdered by Mongol rebels during a power struggle but his poems and songs remain popular even today among Tibetan-speaking communities in Nepal, India and throughout China. The present 14th Dalai Lama, whom Tibetans call Gyalwa Rinpoche, was born into a farming family on July 6, 1935, and chosen as the incarnation of Tibetan Buddhisms supreme head at the age of two. He was given a string of high-sounding names and hastily installed in Lhasas 13-storeyed Potala Palace with its more than 1,000 rooms soaring nearly 400 feet above the Marpo Ri, or Red Hill, when the Chinese invaded. A detailed account of the enthronement by Sir Basil Gould, British representative in Gangtok with jurisdiction in Bhutan and Tibet, confirmed that despite Manchu claims, the canny Tibetans allowed the Chinese no role in the ceremonies. When Chinese troops crushed the Tibetan uprising, the Dalai Lama escaped from the Potala Palace to start the 13-day trek across the Himalayas to India, from which there was no return. He was just 23. While the Dalai Lama remains one of Natures innocents, his life an open Book. Gyalo Thondups tantalising links with the United States, Communist China, Taiwan, India, and Bhutan and role in the 1959 Tibetan uprising baffles many. As I wrote in my 2002 book, Waiting for America: India and the US in the New Millennium: When British intelligence reported in 1958 that the Chinese would soon launch their final campaign of pacification in Tibet, Dwight D. Eisenhower asked Nehru to give the Dalai Lama asylum. Being a notorious hard bargainer, Nehru demanded help in developing nuclear weapons. A security assurance is not enough, he said. India required its own nuclear guarantee against China. In 1953, when Nehrus sister Vijayalakshmi Pandit was the UNGAs president, President Eisenhower had made a seminal speech to the General Assembly announcing his Atoms for Peace programme to share nuclear technology to develop atomic energy for civilian purposes. Nehru welcomed the plan and agreement was reached in 1958 for what eventually became the $118-million Tarapur nuclear reactor According to the intermediary, William Corson, a Hong Kong-based Marine Corps major who was an intelligence aide to Eisenhower, Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson, the course of the negotiations left no doubt that the American-trained scientists would be assigned the task of producing nuclear weapons. In 1974, less than sixteen years later, India exploded Pokharan-I, its first nuclear test Three years after the request about the Dalai Lama, a state department memo proposed that Washington should help India to develop the bomb in order to deny China the psychological edge of being Asias first nuclear power. Gyalo Thondup moved to Lhasa in 1939, and to Nanjing, Republican Chinas capital, three years later when he was 14, ostensibly to learn Chinese. He became a protg of Chiang Kai-shek, often dining with him at home and being educated by tutors selected by Chiang. In 1948, he married Zhu Dan, the daughter of a Kuomintang general. The first officially acknowledged Tibetan to visit Taiwan since 1949, Gyalo Thondup facilitated semi-official contacts between the exiled Dalai Lamas administration and the Chinese in both Beijing and Taiwan. He travelled to the United States in 1951, becoming a seemingly contrary link between Americas Central Intelligence Agency (which promised to make Tibet independent by organising guerrilla units to fight against the Peoples Liberation Army) and Deng Xiaoping, with whom he had negotiated on behalf of the Dalai Lama. It was a tortuous mix of roles with no one ever sure whether Indias RAW or the CIA was the real mastermind. Whispers of KMT funding and the part that an inconspicuous Tibetan restaurant in Calcuttas old Chinatown, which served Indias first and most delicious momos, played in recruiting fighters compounded the mystery. Even more curious was Bhutans allegation in 1974 that Gyalo Thondup had plotted to blow up Thimphus Tashichodzong, assassinate key members of the royal family and stage a coup. All that lies in the past. The Dalai Lama has handed over to an elected government and says that sovereign independence is no longer the goal. Change may now have to wait until some other power takes the initiative -- as the US did in 1903 to hive off Panama from Colombia, or India in 1971 splitting Bangladesh from Pakistan -- to create a more benign world order. But whatever happens, the 14th Dalai Lama, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, has ensured that Tibet and Tibetans will always remain distinctly separate from China and the Chinese. That is his unforgettable legacy.
'We can only dream': Pakistani cricket legend Wasim Akram on Dharamsala stadium
Akram while noting Dharamsala stadium, acknowledged the crisis back home saying that the country can't even manage the current three stadiums.
Yuvraj trolls Shubman in Rohit's 'garden mein ghoomne' post
India strengthened their position at the forefront of the World Test Championship (WTC) rankings with a commanding innings and 64-run victory in Dharamsala, clinching a convincing 4-1 series triumph over England. This remarkable win elevated India's percentage points from 64.58 to 68.51, accumulated over nine matches in the ongoing WTC cycle. Their record comprises six victories, two losses, and one draw.
Ashwin replaces Bumrah at top of Test rankings; Rohit rises to 6th
Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin made a significant impact in his 100th Test match, earning the top spot in the ICC bowlers' rankings. Ashwin's performance in the Dharamsala Test against England saw him take nine crucial wickets, including four scalps in the first innings and a five-wicket haul in the second innings.
Shamis comeback likely by home series against Bangladesh in Sept: Jay Shah
DHARAMSALA, Mar 11: Indias premier pacer Mohammed Shami, who is recuperating from an ankle surgery, is expected to make his comeback with the home Test series against Bangladesh later this year, BCCI secretary Jay Shah said. Shami missed the five-match Test series against England and will also sit out of the IPL after having undergone surgery for Achilles tendon last month. He will also miss the T20 World Cup to be jointly hosted by the West Indies and the USA [] The post Shamis comeback likely by home series against Bangladesh in Sept: Jay Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cricket: Youngbrigade take India to glory; English lions outplayed in every department
After mauling England in the fifth Test match at Dharamsala recently, India has consolidatedits position as the topmost team in the WTC Test rankings. OverallIndia had a very good series against England and there are many aspects that seem to be a good augury for the future of Indiain Test cricket. The host nations 4-1 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Watch: Bairstow's angry reaction as Dharamsala crowd mocks England
England received widespread criticism for their dismal performance against India in the recently concluded five-match Test series. Former players and experts also expressed concerns about England's 'Bazball' strategy, which was widely regarded as a contributing factor to their 1-4 defeat in India.
Indias bowling stocks rising as new talents emerge ahead of Kohli-Rohit era
India capped off an emphatic home Test series victory against England with yet another stunning win in Dharamsala. While veteran off-spinner R Ashwin bagged a five-wicket haul to trigger England's collapse, former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar believes this series highlighted India's budding bowling talents who could take over in the post-Kohli era. Speaking to ESPNcricinfo, Manjrekar [] The post Indias bowling stocks rising as new talents emerge ahead of Kohli-Rohit era appeared first on Northlines .
Theres need to see whether some tournaments are really necessary: Dravid
Dharamsala, (UNI) Team India Coach Rahul Dravid said there is a need to see whether some of the tournaments are necessary to be conducted. Maybe we need to relook and see whether some of the tournaments that we are conducting are necessary in this day and age or they are not necessary. There needs to... The post Theres need to see whether some tournaments are really necessary: Dravid first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
With No.1 in Test Rankings, India now reign supreme in all three formats
DUBAI, Mar 10: A day after India crushed England in Dharamsala to win the five-match series 4-1, Rohit Sharma's side claimed the top spot in the ICC Test rankings, overtaking Australia in the latest pecking order released by the world governing body for cricket on Sunday. India, who are already heading the World Test Championship [] The post With No.1 in Test Rankings, India now reign supreme in all three formats appeared first on Northlines .
Rahul Dravid delivers parting message to Team India before IPL
New Delhi: Team India registered a phenomenal innings-and-64-run win over England in the fifth and final Test of the series in Dharamsala on Saturday, thus clinching the series 4-1. It had been a dominant outing for the Indian team ever since their first Test loss in Hyderabad; in the fifth Test, India bundled England [] The post Rahul Dravid delivers parting message to Team India before IPL appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Dharamsala monk slams six vs Barmy Army XI
Dharamsala monk slams six vs Barmy Army XI
India captain Rohit Sharma's post with young Indian stars has gone viral following their massive win over England in Dharamsala.
Watch: Rohit and Dravid deliver a motivational speech
The day following India's dominant victory over England by an innings and 64 runs in Dharamsala, securing a 4-1 series win, Rohit Sharma's squad has ascended to the top spot in the Test cricket rankings. As per the rankings issued by the International Cricket Council on Saturday, India has surpassed Australia, who now hold the second position in the table.
Waugh disagrees with Cook's 'they're not robots' defense
England's cricket team suffered a crushing defeat in Dharamsala, marking the end of their five-match tour of India. Despite resilience in earlier Tests, Ben Stokes' side faltered in the final match, drawing criticism from former cricketers. Former England cricketer Alastair Cook defended the team, emphasizing the mental and physical challenges players face during extended tours.
Quick Wickets, Fresh Snow Await: Sarfarazs Quip Sparks Laughter During Dharamsala Test
As England's chances of defeating India in the final test match at Dharamsala came to an end, a lighthearted comment from Sarfaraz Khan helped lift the mood on Day 3 of the nail-biting contest. With only a few wickets remaining between a famous victory and the home team, Sarfaraz was heard suggesting to young England [] The post Quick Wickets, Fresh Snow Await: Sarfarazs Quip Sparks Laughter During Dharamsala Test appeared first on Northlines .
India climb to No.1 spot in Test rankings, now reign supreme in all three formats
India's dominant performance against England in Dharamsala secured their victory in the five-match series, leading them to claim the top spot in the ICC Test rankings, surpassing Australia. This success comes as India already leads the World Test Championship standings and now tops the rankings across all three cricket formats.
India jump to No.1 in Test rankings, now reign supreme in all 3 formats
Dubai: A day after India crushed England in Dharamsala to win the five-match series 4-1, Rohit Sharmas side claimed the top spot in the ICC Test rankings, overtaking Australia in the latest pecking order released by the world governing body for cricket on Sunday. India, who are already heading the World Test Championship (WTC) standings, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
India Jump To No.1 In Test Rankings, Now Reign Supreme In All Three Formats
DUBAI, Mar 10: A day after India crushed England in Dharamsala to win the five-match series 4-1, Rohit Sharmas side claimed the top spot in the ICC Test rankings, overtaking Australia in the latest pecking order released by the world governing body for cricket on Sunday. India, who are already heading the World Test Championship (WTC) standings, are now at the summit of the ICC rankings in all three formats of the game. Rohits side will remain at the top [] The post India Jump To No.1 In Test Rankings, Now Reign Supreme In All Three Formats appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
We just get lost with this term bazball, fumes Nasser Hussain
Dharamsala: Miffed at Englands 4-1 shellacking by India, former captain Nasser Hussain has advised the teams misfiring batters to work on individual performances and eschew their obsession with bazball. Bazball, which is derived from England Test coach Brendon McCullums nickname Baz, fell flat as the tourists capitulated in three days in the fifth and final Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
'Garden mein ghoomne...': Rohit trolls Shubman, Sarfaraz
India solidified their lead at the pinnacle of the World Test Championship (WTC) rankings with a dominant innings and 64-run win in Dharamsala, clinching the series 4-1 against England. This notable victory boosted India's percentage points from 64.58 to 68.51 after featuring in nine matches within the ongoing WTC cycle. Their performance comprises six wins, two losses, and one draw.
Joe Root Overtakes Ricky Ponting, Climbs To Top Spot In Elite List
New Delhi: Joe Root achieved a huge milestone on the third and the final day of the Dharamsala Test match against India. With India putting on a huge total of 477 in response to Englands first innings score of 218, the visiting side was confirmed to lose another Test match. England once again failed to [] The post Joe Root Overtakes Ricky Ponting, Climbs To Top Spot In Elite List appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Watch: Rohit Said Hero Nahi Banne Ka, Later This Happens To Sarfaraz
Sarfaraz Khan averted a serious injury on the third ball of the 38th over of England's second innings in Dharamsala Test.
Day I don't feel I am good enough, I would retire straightway: Rohit
Day I don't feel I am good enough, I would retire straightway: Rohit Indian skipper Rohit Sharma said he has been playing the best cricket of his life at present but he will bid adieu to the sport on the day when he feels ''not good enough.'' Rohit, whose side thrashed England by an innings and 64 runs here on Saturday to clinch the five-match Test series 4-1, added that the youngsters in the side played with a lot of maturity and soaked in the pressure, which really stood out during the contest. ''One day, when I wake up and feel, I am not good enough then I will retire straightaway. But in the last few years I am playing the best cricket of my life,'' Rohit told Jio Cinema after the fifth Test ended in less than three days. Rohit has been India's best Test batter in the last five years, having struck nine centuries since 2019, the year he started opening the innings in the longest format. The BCCI had also confirmed that Rohit will lead the Indian team in the upcoming T20 World Cup being jointly hosted by the West Indies and the USA. In January, he scored a whirlwind century against Afghanistan in a T20I to show his hunger to score runs and also to lead the side. Crediting the team for the series win against England he said, ''When you win a Test like this, everything has to fall in place. At some stage people are gonna (go) and people are gonna come and we know that. ''These (young) guys are maybe short of experience, they have played a lot of cricket and I can stand here and see that these guys responded pretty well under pressure. The credit goes to the entire team and it was pleasing to see.'' Yashasvi Jaiswal stood out with his twin double centuries, while Shubman Gill struck two centuries as they complemented the skipper, who himself had two tons to his credit in the series. The skipper added that India are typically slow to start in a Test series but get up to speed soon, adding that he was disappointed that the Test series against South Africa last year was just a two-game affair. India lost the opening Test but came back strongly to defeat the Proteas to level the series in the second match. ''We typically lose the first Test and then improve in the subsequent matches, so I was disappointed that we only played a two-match Test series in South Africa,'' said Rohit. He added that while the talk centered around players scoring centuries, due credit should also be give to the bowlers for taking 20 wickets. ''When you win a series like this, we talk about scoring runs and 100s but it is important to take 20 wickets to win a Test. The way bowlers took responsibility was pleasing to see. ''It was over a period of time that we had a conversation (with Kuldeep Yadav), he's got a lot of potential and when the chips were down in the first innings (in Dharamsala), he bowled really well. ''After his injury, he came back and worked at the NCA and he is putting a lot of effort and the most pleasing thing was his batting,'' added Rohit.
It is just a reward and not an incentive: Rahul Dravid on BCCI's Test cricket scheme
It is just a reward and not an incentive: Rahul Dravid on BCCI's Test cricket scheme After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the 'Test Cricket Incentive Scheme' for the senior men's team, which will give players extra incentive other than the usual match fees for taking part in the longest format of the game, India head coach Rahul Dravid emphasised that it was more of a reward from the country's cricket governing body. The BCCI secretary on Saturday, Jay Shah announced the 'Test Cricket Incentive Scheme' for the senior men's team, which will give players extra incentive other than the usual match fees for taking part in the longest format of the game. I really hope money is not going to be the incentive to play Test cricket. It is just nice that the hard work and how tough Test cricket can be is being recognised. I don't see it as an incentive to make people play Test cricket I really hope not. I hope it never comes down to that. But I think it is nice to see that it is a tough format and it is a hard format, Rahul Dravid said in a post-match press conference. A five-wicket haul on his 100th Test by Ravichandran Ashwin broke the back of England's batting line-up, handing the Three Lions' 'Bazball' school of cricket a blow as India won the Test by an innings and 64 runs at Dharamshala. Applauding Ashwin's performance, who played his 100th Test and claimed 9 wickets in the match, Dravid said, It takes a special person to do what Ashwin has done, play 100 Test matches go through a lot. You guys celebrated Ashwin today and celebrated Jonny Bairstow, and Ben Stokes a few games ago because all of you recognise how challenging and tough this format is and what it takes to be able to have consistency to be able to survive the Test of time in this format. We don't celebrate 100 T20s in the same way, do we? But yeah it is nice BCCI is recognising it. I think it is just a reward and not an incentive. But I still really hope looking at the guys who came in and played in the series, everyone wants to play Test cricket and people want to play in Test cricket. It is just recognition of what you need to be able to do to survive in Test cricket. It is only when you get here you realise sometimes it is tough it is not easy but it is extremely satisfying, he added. India secured a massive victory in the fifth and final Test in Dharamsala with an innings and 64 runs, propelling hosts to a 4-1 series win over England. (ANI)
Dharamsala Test: Ashwins 36th fifer helps India decimate England to 4-1 series win
By BD Narayankar Dharamsala, Mar 9 (UNI) Ravichandran Ashwins 36th fifer in Tests helped India beat England by a mammoth victory margin of an innings and 64 runs in the fifth and final Test here on Saturday. Ashwin became the only fourth bowler in history to claim five wickets in the 100th Test and leveled... The post Dharamsala Test: Ashwins 36th fifer helps India decimate England to 4-1 series win first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
Nasser Hussain lambasts England's 'Bazball' approach, says it's about individual performances
Nasser Hussain lambasts England's 'Bazball' approach, says it's about individual performances Former England captain Nasser Hussain reflected on England's 1-4 series loss in India, when the visitors were humbled in Dharamsala by an inning and 64 runs following two batting collapses and said it is about individual performances in those conditions. The former captain defended pitches and praised a depleted Indian team for winning a series for the 17th time in a row at home. A five-wicket haul on his 100th Test by Ravichandran Ashwin broke the back of England's batting line-up, handing the Three Lions' 'Bazball' school of cricket a blow as India won the Test by an innings and 64 runs at Dharamsala. The final Test was like the old-school England in India in the last decade or so - it was a very one-sided affair. They were 100-1 on the first morning having won the toss, so to lose so comfortably inside three days was a capitulation - but they had their chances in the series, Hussain said as quoted by Sky Sports. In Test matches, it essentially means continuing to dominate periods and preventing the opposition from winning. Since this is England's first series loss since the period of Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum, who invented this style of play, they have failed to Bazball in India. Hussain stated that the reason James Anderson and R Ravichandran Ashwin are two of the greatest players in the game today is because they are constantly striving for improvement. He claimed that England seemed to be lost in the word Bazball and that self-improvement has suffered. There is too much said and written about Bazball. We get lost in that term and the team do not like it. It is about individual performances in those conditions. The reason James Anderson, who took his 700th wicket in the Test, and Ravichandran Ashwin, who took nine wickets in his 100th Test, have ended up greats of the game is because they are constantly trying to improve, he added. After a poor Ashes series, Jimmy wanted to increase his run-up speed going into the crease, feeling he needed a bit more zip at the age of 41. Ashwin is learning all the time, about seam positions and how to deliver the ball. You also look at Version Two of India spinner Kuldeep Yadav. That is so much better than Version One because he has tried to improve, Hussain said. He questioned why certain players stuck to their formula throughout the series, not trying to improve upon it in any way. Try to learn why you collapsed. Why does Zak Crawley keep getting starts and then getting out? Does Ben Duckett need to charge the bowler when the ball is so new and spinning? Ollie Pope - a brilliant 196, then nothing else. Look at your own game and improve. That is how you get better as a player and better as a team, the former England captain said. (ANI)
The heroes of India's dominating series win over England
Following a rigorous two-month-long Test series, India emerged victorious against England with a dominant scoreline of 4-1. The hosts had already secured their 17th consecutive home series win after a triumphant performance in the fourth Test in Ranchi. The decisive victory of the visitors by an innings and 64 runs in Dharamsala underscored the ruthlessness of the young Indian side under the leadership of Rohit Sharma.
Watch: Rohit's warning holds true as Sarfaraz escapes danger
Indian captain Rohit Sharma warned Sarfaraz Khan nearly two weeks ago, after the youngster attempted a risky stunt by fielding at forward short leg without wearing a helmet. Rohit's warning proved prescient on Saturday when Sarfaraz narrowly avoided a potentially serious head injury while fielding. This incident occurred shortly before India secured a convincing win by an innings and 64 runs in the fifth Test against England in Dharamsala.
Dharamsala: The BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced a Test Cricket Incentive Scheme for the senior men following Indias thumping win in the fifth and final Test against England on Saturday. India won the game by an innings and 64 runs and also pocketed the series 4-1. The win will remain special for India spinner Ravichandran [] The post BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Announces Test Cricket Incentive Scheme After Indias 4-1 Series Victory Vs England appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Ajit Agarkar, his team guided us in right direction: Rahul Dravid hails India selector
Ajit Agarkar, his team guided us in right direction: Rahul Dravid hails India selector After a five-match Test series against England in which India suffered multiple setbacks be it player injuries and unavailability which forced the hosts to apply many changes and handed over five Test debuts, the head coach Rahul Dravid reserved special praise for chief selector Ajit Agarkar and his team guided us in the right direction. India secured a massive victory in the fifth and final Test in Dharamsala with an innings and 64 runs, propelling hosts to a 4-1 series win over England. At many moments throughout the series India were missing Mohammed Shami, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Siraj, however, the hosts came out victorious with a 4-1 victory against the visitors. During the series youngsters Rajat Patidar, Dhruv Jurel, Sarfaraz Khan, Akash Deep and Devdutt Padikkal made their Test debut for India and the players did not disappoint the hosts, leaving their stamp with phenomenal performances. I'd just like to give a big shoutout to Ajit [Agarkar, chairman of selectors] and his team as well. A lot of the youngsters that come in, honestly, as a coach and as a captain, we don't actually get to see them because we don't see as much domestic cricket as Ajit and his team of selectors do. And they've pushed us and they've challenged us to pick some of these young players and they've picked the right ones and they've come out here and performed, Dravid said during a post-match presentation. One of the successful picks was wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel, who had only played 15 first-class matches. Jurel saved India from going down by a large margin in only his second Test in Ranchi, earning him Player of the Match honours. It is really good to see them step up. All of them in their own way put in some performances and played a part for this team which is heartning to see. I would like to give credit to Ajit and his team as a coach and as a captain we dont get to see Test cricket. So we have to rely on Ajit and his team to tell us who are the guys in domestic cricket who they feel can step up and fill in the gaps when required. They have been spot on and guided us in the right direction, he added. Dravid said he want to appreciate the contribution made by Ajit and his team as the selectors usually don't receive the credit they deserve. We pick the playing XI finally but they are the ones who guide us when it comes to the domestic cricketers. Sometimes they don't get the credit that they deserve as selectors and I would like to really just acknowledge their contribution as well. All of these guys were playing in the A tour and it really helped us to see which of the guys are performing doing well currently and all those guys just came in and performed in the series as well, he said. I have been a part of it during my time with NCA. We have got a lot of domestic cricket and I think the A team is the bridge between these two standards and it really helps you identify the players who are doing well, the head coach added. (ANI)
India continue trophy celebration tradition in Dharamsala
India continue trophy celebration tradition in Dharamsala
