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India Today
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- India Today
Did Sanjay Manjrekar take a dig at Virat Kohli during Leeds Test? Fans think so
Sanjay Manjrekar and Virat Kohli (Getty/AP Photos) Sanjay Manjrekar praised KL Rahul's disciplined approach on Day 1 The former cricketer appeared to take a dig at Virat Kohli Kohli retired from Tests weeks before England tour Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar appeared to take a subtle swipe at Virat Kohli while on commentary duty during Day 1 of the first Test between England and India at Headingley, Leeds, on Friday, 20 June. As Manjrekar praised KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal's disciplined approach in the morning session, viewers were quick to pick up on what seemed like a veiled reference to Kohli's past struggles. England, having opted to bowl first, failed to maintain consistent lines and lengths in the opening exchanges. This allowed the Indian openers to settle in comfortably, leaving deliveries outside off-stump with composure and punishing the loose ones. Leeds Test Full Scorecard | Full Coverage As the partnership neared a century stand, Manjrekar lauded Rahul's restraint against full deliveries outside off-stump, contrasting itâ€'without naming namesâ€'with a "former batter" who would have chased them and gotten out. 'KL hasn't touched one ball full outside off. We know of a former batter who would have gone after that delivery and gotten himself into trouble,' Manjrekar said during commentary on JioHotstar. While Manjrekar didn't mention Kohli by name, many fans were quick to connect the dots. Kohli, who announced his retirement from Test cricket earlier this year, had well-documented issues with that line during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He was dismissed caught behind or in the slips seven times in ten innings in that five-Test series. After a century in the opener in Perth, Kohli's form dipped drastically, with just 190 runs in the remaining matches. Scott Boland, in particular, exploited Kohli's vulnerability outside off-stump, leaving the former captain visibly frustrated in what turned out to be his final Test assignment. Kohli later played a Ranji Trophy fixture before calling time on his red-ball career weeks ahead of the England tour. Ironically, moments after Manjrekar's comment, Rahul fell to a similar temptationâ€'caught in the slips playing an expansive cover drive at a wide delivery after a composed knock. India lost two wickets at the stroke of lunch, with debutant Sai Sudharsan also dismissed for a duck, edging down the leg side. Despite the hiccup, India continued to build a strong foundation in the second session. Yashasvi Jaiswal, in particular, looked fluent once again against England, bringing up a solid half-century in a growing partnership with Shubman Gill. The visitors went past 150 at over four runs an over, putting pressure back on the English bowlers. Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar appeared to take a subtle swipe at Virat Kohli while on commentary duty during Day 1 of the first Test between England and India at Headingley, Leeds, on Friday, 20 June. As Manjrekar praised KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal's disciplined approach in the morning session, viewers were quick to pick up on what seemed like a veiled reference to Kohli's past struggles. England, having opted to bowl first, failed to maintain consistent lines and lengths in the opening exchanges. This allowed the Indian openers to settle in comfortably, leaving deliveries outside off-stump with composure and punishing the loose ones. Leeds Test Full Scorecard | Full Coverage As the partnership neared a century stand, Manjrekar lauded Rahul's restraint against full deliveries outside off-stump, contrasting itâ€'without naming namesâ€'with a "former batter" who would have chased them and gotten out. 'KL hasn't touched one ball full outside off. We know of a former batter who would have gone after that delivery and gotten himself into trouble,' Manjrekar said during commentary on JioHotstar. While Manjrekar didn't mention Kohli by name, many fans were quick to connect the dots. Kohli, who announced his retirement from Test cricket earlier this year, had well-documented issues with that line during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He was dismissed caught behind or in the slips seven times in ten innings in that five-Test series. After a century in the opener in Perth, Kohli's form dipped drastically, with just 190 runs in the remaining matches. Scott Boland, in particular, exploited Kohli's vulnerability outside off-stump, leaving the former captain visibly frustrated in what turned out to be his final Test assignment. Kohli later played a Ranji Trophy fixture before calling time on his red-ball career weeks ahead of the England tour. Ironically, moments after Manjrekar's comment, Rahul fell to a similar temptationâ€'caught in the slips playing an expansive cover drive at a wide delivery after a composed knock. India lost two wickets at the stroke of lunch, with debutant Sai Sudharsan also dismissed for a duck, edging down the leg side. Despite the hiccup, India continued to build a strong foundation in the second session. Yashasvi Jaiswal, in particular, looked fluent once again against England, bringing up a solid half-century in a growing partnership with Shubman Gill. The visitors went past 150 at over four runs an over, putting pressure back on the English bowlers. Join our WhatsApp Channel
Time of India
3 hours ago
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- Time of India
Jitesh Sharma set to switch to Baroda from Vidarbha
Jitesh Sharma is set to move from Vidarbha from Baroda (Image via X/@thcoolcric) Mumbai : Even though they won the Ranji Trophy last season, Vidarbha are set lose one of its star players ahead of the upcoming domestic season. It's learnt that 'keeper-bat Jitesh Sharma , who captained the side in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy last season to the quarterfinals has decided to part with the Nagpur-based team and will move to Baroda. The 31-year-old Jitesh, who has played nine T20Is for India (100 runs@14.28), was a star performer for IPL-2025 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (261 runs in 15 matches@37.28, with one fifty and a strike rate of 176.35, including a top score of 85 not out in a league stage match and a crucial cameo off 24 off 10 balls in the final against his former IPL team Punjab Kings. "He wasn't happy about certain things at Vidarbha, and hence decided to move to Baroda for the next season," a source said. 15:33 WV Raman backs Shubman Gill to fire in England: 'He needs the right support' At Baroda, Jitesh will his RCB teammate, left-arm spinning allrounder Krunal Pandya, who captains the team, playing alongside him. A white-ball specialist, Jitesh, who made his first-class debut in 2015, did not play in the Ranji Trophy last season. He played the his 18 first-class matches in Jan 2024. He has scored 661 runs in 18 first-class matches, 1533 runs in 56 List A ties and 2886 runs in 141 T20s with a strike rate of 152.29. Poll Do you think Jitesh Sharma can help Baroda win more matches? Definitely Unlikely Apart From RCB, Jitesh has played for Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians in the IPL. He was a part of the Rohit Sharma-led MI team which won the trophy in 2017. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Mint
4 hours ago
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- Mint
‘What has Abhimanyu Easwaran done wrong?': Fans ask after Sai Sudharsan makes India debut during IND vs ENG 1st Test
Abhimanyu Easwaran's much-anticipated Test debut got extended after the Bengal batter was once again overlooked as India handed Sai Sudharsan his maiden cap on Friday against England in the first Test at Headingly in Leeds. The Tamil Nadu batter was handed his maiden Test cap by veteran Cheteshwar Pujara. The 29-year-old Bengal batter, who has been a prolific run-getter in domestic circuit, has bene travelling with the Indian team since 2022, but is yet to make his place in the starting XI. The right-hander was in terrific form last season as he piled up runs in the Duleep Trophy, Irani Trophy and the Ranji Trophy for Bengal, which included a double hundred and five centuries. Despite that, Easwaran's omission left the fans amazed. 'What has Abhimanyu Easwaran done wrong? So conveniently he gets overlooked for an inexperienced Sai Sudharsan. Think IPL form > domestic performance?' wrote one user on X. 'No disrespect to Sai Sudharshan, he is a good batsman but Abhimanyu Easwaran deserved a debut. How long will you keep him in the touring party and not hand him a Test cap? Abhimanyu is far more experienced,' another user pisted. Having been made the captain of the India A side against England Lions, Easwaran had a good outing in both the unofficial Tests. While he scored a 68 in the first game while opening the batting, Easwaran scored 80 in the second game after being dropped to no.3 spot. On the other hand, Sudharsan's Test debut comes after his Orange Cap finish in the recently-concluded Indian Premier League. 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
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Business Standard
4 hours ago
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- Business Standard
ENG vs IND: Abhimanyu Easwaran overlooked, fans blame IPL favouritism
Abhimanyu Easwaran's wait for a Test debut continues, as he was once again left out of India's playing XI for the opening Test against England at Headingley, Leeds, on Friday, June 20. Instead, the Indian team management opted to hand a debut to Sai Sudharsan, who was slotted in at the No. 3 position as India kicked off a new era under captain Shubman Gill. Easwaran, 29, has been a consistent performer in the domestic circuit and was first included in the Indian squad during the 2022 tour of Bangladesh. However, despite being part of the squad multiple times since, he is yet to break into the playing 11. Easwaran performing well in domestic cricket The Bengal batter was in red-hot form last season, scoring heavily in tournaments like the Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and Irani Cup. His notable knocks included 127*, 191, 116, 157*, 200*, among others. In 103 first-class matches, Easwaran has amassed 7,841 runs at an impressive average of 48.70, including 27 centuries and 31 half-centuries. Fans sensing IPL favouritism Despite his consistent performances, the selectors chose to back 23-year-old Sai Sudharsan, who has played 29 first-class games, scoring 1,957 runs at an average of 39.93 with seven hundreds and five fifties. Sudharsan also had an outstanding run in IPL 2025, where he claimed the Orange Cap with 759 runs in 15 innings. While Sudharsan's current form may have influenced the decision, the move drew mixed reactions from fans online, many of whom voiced their disappointment over Easwaran's continued exclusion. All eyes will now be on Sudharsan to see if he can capitalise on this opportunity and make a strong impression in his debut Test.
News18
4 hours ago
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- News18
IND vs ENG 1st Test: Karun Nair Back in India Playing XI After 8 Years vs England
Karun Nair made a stunning comeback to India's Test XI after 3006 days, marking his return in the 1st Test vs England at Headingley. Once dropped despite a historic triple century in 2016, Nair fought his way back with prolific domestic and county performances. A recent double century against England Lions and strong Ranji and Vijay Hazare campaigns reignited his international career, proving his class and resilience on cricket's biggest stage. and subscribe to our channel and never miss a to CricketNext YouTube channel to never miss a video: CricketNext on Facebook: CricketNext on Twitter: CricketNext on Instagram: : Nair, Karun Nair comeback, Karun Nair Test return, Karun Nair 1st Test, IND vs ENG, India vs England, IND vs ENG 1st Test, Karun Nair 3006 days, Karun Nair playing XI, Karun Nair Test XI, Karun Nair double century, Karun Nair triple century, Indian cricket team, Test cricket comeback, Karun Nair Ranji Trophy, Karun Nair Vidarbha, Karun Nair 204, Karun Nair England Lions, India vs England 2025, IND vs ENG live, Shubman Gill, India Test series, cricket news, Karun Nair headlines, Karun Nair 2025, Karun Nair history, India vs England live updates, Karun Nair latest, Karun Nair match, Karun Nair Test innings
