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‘I have had two idols. The first one was…’: Shubman Gill snubs Rohit Sharma, names Virat Kohli and ‘dad’s favourite'

Shubman Gill reveals his two cricket idols: Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. He credits Tendulkar for introducing him to cricket and admires Kohli's passion. Gill recently impressed as Test captain, scoring multiple centuries against England.

'We are meeting them for the first time post-war': Shoaib Akhtar spices up India vs Pakistan match, refuses to believe…

Shoaib Akhtar dismisses low ticket sales rumors for India-Pakistan Asia Cup match, claiming the stadium will be full. Tensions remain high after recent terror attacks and military operations, creating an emotionally charged atmosphere for the upcoming game.

UAE's Alishan Sharafu relishes experience of going toe-to-toe with Jasprit Bumrah: 'You don't get bowlers who...'

UAE opener Alishan Sharafu battled bravely against India's top bowlers in the Asia Cup, scoring 22 runs and facing Jasprit Bumrah with confidence. Despite a team collapse, he relished the challenge and learned from the experience.

Saim Ayub stumped as reporter asks, ‘You think Pakistan can play fearless cricket against India?’; he responds

Saim Ayub confidently asserts Pakistan can play fearless cricket against India in the Asia Cup, emphasizing team unity and focus on winning the tournament rather than dwelling on past rivalries.

BCCI distance themselves from Pakistan match in Asia Cup; opt for invisible boycott: 'If we come on camera...'

BCCI officials plan to distance themselves from the India-Pakistan Asia Cup match, avoiding media visibility due to public anger over recent terror attacks. They'll maintain a low profile, with minimal official presence, while technically not boycotting the game.

IPL star breaks silence on relationship with LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka: ‘I remember having a…’

Aiden Markram discusses his relationship with LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka, praising his consistency across IPL and SA20 leagues. He appreciates Goenka's passion for franchises and international cricket, feeling fortunate to be part of multiple teams under his ownership.

India coach quashes ‘personal agenda’ rumours over Arshdeep Singh’s exclusion from XI: ‘Everyone deserves to play’

India's assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak defended Arshdeep Singh's exclusion from the Asia Cup XI, emphasizing team balance over personal preferences. He stressed that team selections prioritize collective success and all squad members understand and support such decisions.

Shubman Gill’s contrasting batting styles for India and Gujarat Titans laid bare: 'Don't see this approach when he…'

Shubman Gill shows contrasting batting styles between IPL and India, displaying more aggression in national colors. Parthiv Patel highlights his fearless approach in T20Is, crediting India's deep batting lineup for encouraging attacking intent, unlike his cautious role with Gujarat Titans.

Ex-IND coach uncovers a different side of Hardik Pandya in unfiltered insight: ‘He doesn't believe too much in skill…'

Former India coach Abhishek Nayar reveals Hardik Pandya's unique approach, emphasizing rigorous practice over natural skill. Focuses intensely on bowling, fitness, and mental resilience, playing crucial roles in recent ICC tournament victories.

Suryakumar Yadav and Co sent brutal warning ahead of India vs Pakistan Asia Cup showdown, PAK captain remarks ‘We just…’

India and Pakistan prepare for a high-stakes Asia Cup clash in Dubai, with both teams confident after opening wins. Pakistan captain Salman Agha claims they're ready to beat any team, while controversy surrounds the match due to terrorism concerns.

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live Streaming Asia Cup: When and where to watch BAN vs SL live match online on TV

Sri Lanka faces Bangladesh in the Asia Cup at Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Both teams seek victory, with Sri Lanka aiming to leverage their spin attack and Bangladesh looking to build on their recent win against Hong Kong.

India coach ignores Shubman Gill's workload concerns with bold statement: 'It is meant for fast bowlers, for batsmen...'

India's assistant coach dismisses workload concerns for Shubman Gill, stating management primarily focuses on fast bowlers' workload. Gill continues to play across formats, with potential future captaincy speculation, demonstrating adaptability in different cricket formats.

Pakistan star called ‘Babar Azam’s updated version', Mike Hesson says ‘if he scores, we generally win’

Rising Pakistani cricketer Saim Ayub, dubbed 'Babar Azam's updated version' by Fakhar Zaman, is considered crucial to the team. Head coach Mike Hesson believes Ayub's performance significantly influences match outcomes, with recent strong showings in international tournaments.

Wasim Akram's assessment of mini-collapse against Oman is peak Pakistan: 'Went for quick bite and they…'

Pakistan thrashed Oman by 93 runs in the Asia Cup, with Mohammad Haris scoring 66. Despite a strong start, the team faced a mini-collapse, drawing criticism from Wasim Akram, who humorously noted the rapid wicket fall during a quick snack break.

Team India shuts noise around Sanju Samson's batting at No.5 for once and all: ‘It doesn’t mean that he can't…'

Team India supports Sanju Samson's versatility at No.5, with batting coach Sitanshu Kotak emphasizing his adaptability and capability to bat at any position, despite limited experience in that role.

Missing flair of old, Pakistan get off to winning start

Pakistan secured a win against Oman in a T20 match, but lacked their traditional flair and excitement. Missing key players like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, the team struggled to impress, highlighting their ongoing challenges in international cricket.