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Time of India
33 minutes ago
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- Time of India
IND vs ENG: Shubman Gill's India begin new Test era with Sai Sudharsan debut, Karun Nair comeback; England bowl first at Headingley
England captain Ben Stokes and India skipper Shubman Gill (Pic credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: A new era in Indian Test cricket began under captain Shubman Gill on Friday as India were sent in to bat first after England captain Ben Stokes won the toss in the opening Test of the five-match Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy series at Headingley. Live Score: India vs England, 1st Test Day 1 India handed a much-anticipated Test debut to Sai Sudharsan, while Karun Nair returned to the playing XI after more than eight years, marking two major transitions in India's middle-order. Gill confirmed at the toss that Sudharsan would slot in at No. 3, with Nair expected to bat at No. 6. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! 'Would've bowled first as well. Might be a bit tough in the first session but it should get better for batting,' said Gill. 'Preparation has been amazing, we played a practice game in Beckenham. Lads are feeling great. Sai makes his debut, Karun comes in. Sai will bat at three.' WV Raman backs Shubman Gill to fire in England: 'He needs the right support' The match also marks India's first Test outing since the retirements of stalwarts Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and R Ashwin, signalling a fresh chapter in India's red-ball journey. Stokes said the decision to bowl first was influenced by typical early English conditions. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Costco Shoppers Say This Wrinkle Cream Is "Actually Worth It" The Skincare Magazine Undo 'Headingley is a very good cricket wicket. We want to try and use the early conditions,' he said. 'Been a long time coming, but we're ready. Some lads have played county cricket and had a good lead-up.' India vs England 1st Test Playing XIs India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Rishabh Pant (w), Karun Nair, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jamie Smith (w), Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, Shoaib Bashir Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
The Star
17 hours ago
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- The Star
Cricket-India still dangerous without veteran trio, says Stokes
Cricket - International Test Match Series - First Test - England Press Conference - Headingley Cricket Ground, Leeds, Britain - June 19, 2025 England's Ben Stokes during the press conference Action Images via Reuters/Craig Brough (Reuters) -England expect a tough challenge from India when their five-test series begins at Headingley on Friday, captain Ben Stokes said, even as the tourists enter a transitional phase following the retirements of stalwarts Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin. The Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy will now be contested in all future test series between England and India. Previously, the series in England was played for the Pataudi Trophy, while the series in India was for the Anthony De Mello Trophy. The contest marks the start of the 2025–27 World Test Championship cycle and India's first red-ball assignment under new captain Shubman Gill. England, who ended fifth, are also aiming for a reset after an inconsistent campaign. India are looking to rebuild under new leadership after finishing third in the previous WTC cycle, having reached the final in each of the two editions before that. "The pool of talent that Indian cricket has is just ginormous," Stokes told reporters on Thursday. "(Rohit, Kohli and Ashwin are) three massive names, three people who have done wonderful things for their country, but it's not going to be any easier for us because those three big names aren't here." England have won 23 and lost 12 tests under Stokes since he succeeded Joe Root as captain, and now begin a stretch with back-to-back five-test series against India and Australia. England beat Zimbabwe by an innings and 45 runs on day three of the one-off test last month but their earlier defeats have been heavy, including a 423-run loss to New Zealand in December despite a 2-1 win in series. They were defeated by 434 runs and an innings and 64 runs during their last five match series in India 18 months ago (4-1 loss). "We still want to be known as a team who play an exciting style of cricket," Stokes said. "(It's) not that we never wanted to win every game that we played, but it's changing what we say and how we say it. We want to be playing exciting games of cricket because we know that's what brings the best out of individuals and us as a team. But it's about winning." England have retained Ollie Pope over Jacob Bethell for the first test at Headingley, with Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse also returning to the squad. "(Pope) scoring 170 in his last test match (against Zimbabwe) has shown how well he's handled that extra scrutiny," Stokes said. "Since me and Baz (England coach Brendon McCullum) have been together, don't think we have lost a game when Chris Woakes played. Good to have him," he added. (Reporting by Shifa Jahan in Bengaluru, editing by Pritha Sarkar)
Straits Times
17 hours ago
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- Straits Times
India still dangerous without veteran trio, says Stokes
England expect a tough challenge from India when their five-test series begins at Headingley on Friday, captain Ben Stokes said, even as the tourists enter a transitional phase following the retirements of stalwarts Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin. The Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy will now be contested in all future test series between England and India. Previously, the series in England was played for the Pataudi Trophy, while the series in India was for the Anthony De Mello Trophy. The contest marks the start of the 2025–27 World Test Championship cycle and India's first red-ball assignment under new captain Shubman Gill. England, who ended fifth, are also aiming for a reset after an inconsistent campaign. India are looking to rebuild under new leadership after finishing third in the previous WTC cycle, having reached the final in each of the two editions before that. "The pool of talent that Indian cricket has is just ginormous," Stokes told reporters on Thursday. "(Rohit, Kohli and Ashwin are) three massive names, three people who have done wonderful things for their country, but it's not going to be any easier for us because those three big names aren't here." England have won 23 and lost 12 tests under Stokes since he succeeded Joe Root as captain, and now begin a stretch with back-to-back five-test series against India and Australia. England beat Zimbabwe by an innings and 45 runs on day three of the one-off test last month but their earlier defeats have been heavy, including a 423-run loss to New Zealand in December despite a 2-1 win in series. They were defeated by 434 runs and an innings and 64 runs during their last five match series in India 18 months ago (4-1 loss). "We still want to be known as a team who play an exciting style of cricket," Stokes said. "(It's) not that we never wanted to win every game that we played, but it's changing what we say and how we say it. We want to be playing exciting games of cricket because we know that's what brings the best out of individuals and us as a team. But it's about winning." England have retained Ollie Pope over Jacob Bethell for the first test at Headingley, with Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse also returning to the squad. "(Pope) scoring 170 in his last test match (against Zimbabwe) has shown how well he's handled that extra scrutiny," Stokes said. "Since me and Baz (England coach Brendon McCullum) have been together, don't think we have lost a game when Chris Woakes played. Good to have him," he added. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Time of India
18 hours ago
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- Time of India
IND vs ENG: 'He can bat all day like Dravid, Laxman, Pujara' - Former India cricketer backs Karun Nair's comeback
Karun Nair (Pic credit: ICC) As India prepare for the opening Test of the five-match Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy series against England, former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has thrown his support behind Karun Nair, who is set to return to the Test arena after an eight-year hiatus. Kaif, speaking on his YouTube channel, praised Nair's red-ball temperament and domestic consistency, likening him to legendary Indian batters Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman and Cheteshwar Pujara for his ability to play long innings. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! 'Karun Nair can do the same work. He has a complete game. He plays big innings in Ranji and is coming on the back of consistent runs. He can play for an entire day,' said Kaif. Poll Do you think Karun Nair can successfully return to Test cricket after an eight-year hiatus? Yes, he has the experience. No, he may struggle. 'The batter who has the ability to score runs by playing grounded shots is one who plays full day. You must also have the ability to leave balls.' 'Wait until August to see what kind of style it's going to be': Shubman Gill ahead of Headingley Test Nair, who scored a historic triple-century against England in 2016, has battled through years of being overlooked despite a strong domestic record. His comeback is being seen as a key part of India's transitional phase post the retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma from Test cricket. Kaif also identified Sai Sudharsan as another batter in the Dravid-Pujara mould, applauding his risk-free approach and all-round technique. 'Sai Sudharsan, I have seen him, he looks like a complete batter. He takes less risk, has solid defense, plays spin and fast bowling very well. He is a complete package,' Kaif said. 'In a format like IPL, he has scored by playing ground strokes in all matches. I think he can be a future Pujara or Rahul Dravid.' Nick Knight EXCLUSIVE: On Shubman Gill and absence of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in England Kaif further offered his pick for India's fourth fast-bowling option in the first Test, backing Nitish Reddy over the experienced Shardul Thakur, citing Reddy's batting ability and recent red-ball exploits. 'I think Nitish Reddy will be the fourth fast bowler because he will also bat at No. 8. He can come after Jadeja. He scored a century in Australia and he can come and pick up one or two wickets,' Kaif added. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
18 hours ago
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- Time of India
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'Ginormous talent pool': Ben Stokes warns against underestimating India in post-Kohli-Rohit era On the eve of the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy opener in Leeds, England captain Ben Stokes dismissed the notion that India would be weaker without Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and R Ashwin. Stokes said India's 'ginormous' talent pool ensures their replacements will be just as challenging. He acknowledged Jasprit Bumrah's threat but emphasised England's focus remains on the entire team. With Shubman Gill leading a new-look India, the five-Test series promises a compelling contest. 959 views | 3 hours ago
