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Explained: Why Nitin Menon And Javagal Srinath Will Not Be Officiating At Champions Trophy 2025? | Cricket News

The announcement of the match officials for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy has raised eyebrows, particularly with the absence of two esteemed Indian figures—Nitin Menon and Javagal Srinath. As members of the ICC Elite Panel, Menon and Srinath have long been stalwarts in international cricket officiating. However, their omission from the Champions Trophy has left fans and pundits alike questioning…

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Champions Trophy 2025: India’s Srinath and Menon to Miss ICC Event

Champions Trophy 2025 Tickets: India’s noted officials, match referee and previous India fast bowlerJavagal Srinathand refereeNitin Menon.

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[ad_1] Harshit Rana replaced Shivam Dube as concussion substitute for the fourth T20I. (PC: X.com) The thinly-veiled dig from Michael Vaughan was sort of expected. As the concussion substitute controversy erupted during the fourth T20I between India and England in Pune, the former England captain posted on X (formerly Twitter): “How can an out & out bowler replace a batter who bowls part time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”  A day later, this correspondent bumped into Wasim Jaffer, Vaughan’s old friend and his X rival, at Eden Gardens. Jaffer is currently coaching the Punjab Ranji Trophy team and on the sidelines of an interview focusing on domestic cricket, when he was asked about Vaughan’s post, the former opener folded his hands and said: “Good day.” On a serious note, a call to a former BCCI match referee, based out of Mumbai, ensued and he agreed to speak on condition of anonymity. Until then, mind was made up about Javagal Srinath, the match referee of the fourth T20I, making a mistake by allowing Harshit Rana as a concussion sub for Shivam Dube. The BCCI old hand offered a different perspective.  But before going to that, here’s what the rule says: “The ICC Match Referee should ordinarily approve a Concussion Replacement Request if the replacement is a like-for-like player whose inclusion will not excessively advantage his/her team for the remainder of the match.”  It adds: “In assessing whether the nominated Concussion Replacement should be considered a like-for-like player, the ICC Match Referee should consider the likely role the concussed player would have played during the remainder of the match, and the normal role that would be performed by the nominated Concussion Replacement.” Pundits have been putting a lot of emphasis on the “like-for-like” clause. But going by the letter of the law, unlike football, a like-for-like replacement is nigh impossible in cricket. In football, five substitutions are allowed, while seven to nine players can sit on the bench. So, for example, in the Portugal national team, when manager Roberto Martinez is bringing on Diogo Jota for Cristiano Ronaldo, he is replacing a centre-forward with another centre-forward. “In cricket, in a squad of 15, with just four players sitting in the dug-out, the scope is very limited,” said the BCCI match referee.  When leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal came in as a concussion sub for left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja in a T20I against Australia in Canberra in December 2020, it wasn’t a like-for-like replacement in the true sense of the word and Moises Henriques, the Aussie all-rounder, had questioned it.  It was the same when England had brought in leg-spinner Matt Parkinson for left-arm spinner Jack Leach in a Test against New Zealand in 2022. Coming to Rana replacing Dube, the fast bowler’s batting ability — just two runs from 25 T20s before the Pune game — was mentioned several times. “India’s batting was over, so Rana’s batting ability was irrelevant,” said the ex-BCCI match referee. “As per the rule, Srinath had to focus on his role for the remainder of the game, whether he was giving his side any excessive advantage. And there was a catch, for Rana was making his T20I debut, while it was Dube’s first game in the series. So, Srinath didn’t have any sample size to work with. Also, he couldn’t have judged it beforehand.” Yes, Rana is a fast bowler unlike Dube, who bowls dibbly-dobbly medium pace. Rana’s 3/33 in four overs handsomely contributed to India’s 15-run victory. But Srinath, despite being the sole arbitrator in this case, was in no position to pre-judge that. Also, he didn’t know if the Indian team would have used Dube for his full quota of four overs if he had stayed on the field. For the record, the Mumbai man’s career-best bowling figures in first-class cricket is 7/53. Whether Srinath made an error of judgment was subject to interpretations. He might argue that he followed the letter of the law. “There are ambiguities in the rule and going ahead, we might see modifications,” said the former BCCI match referee. 

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[ad_1] Harshit Rana replaced Shivam Dube as concussion substitute for the fourth T20I. (PC: X.com) The thinly-veiled dig from Michael Vaughan was sort of expected. As the concussion substitute controversy erupted during the fourth T20I between India and England in Pune, the former England captain posted on X (formerly Twitter): “How can an out & out bowler replace a batter who bowls part time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”  A day later, this correspondent bumped into Wasim Jaffer, Vaughan’s old friend and his X rival, at Eden Gardens. Jaffer is currently coaching the Punjab Ranji Trophy team and on the sidelines of an interview focusing on domestic cricket, when he was asked about Vaughan’s post, the former opener folded his hands and said: “Good day.” On a serious note, a call to a former BCCI match referee, based out of Mumbai, ensued and he agreed to speak on condition of anonymity. Until then, mind was made up about Javagal Srinath, the match referee of the fourth T20I, making a mistake by allowing Harshit Rana as a concussion sub for Shivam Dube. The BCCI old hand offered a different perspective.  But before going to that, here’s what the rule says: “The ICC Match Referee should ordinarily approve a Concussion Replacement Request if the replacement is a like-for-like player whose inclusion will not excessively advantage his/her team for the remainder of the match.”  It adds: “In assessing whether the nominated Concussion Replacement should be considered a like-for-like player, the ICC Match Referee should consider the likely role the concussed player would have played during the remainder of the match, and the normal role that would be performed by the nominated Concussion Replacement.” Pundits have been putting a lot of emphasis on the “like-for-like” clause. But going by the letter of the law, unlike football, a like-for-like replacement is nigh impossible in cricket. In football, five substitutions are allowed, while seven to nine players can sit on the bench. So, for example, in the Portugal national team, when manager Roberto Martinez is bringing on Diogo Jota for Cristiano Ronaldo, he is replacing a centre-forward with another centre-forward. “In cricket, in a squad of 15, with just four players sitting in the dug-out, the scope is very limited,” said the BCCI match referee.  When leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal came in as a concussion sub for left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja in a T20I against Australia in Canberra in December 2020, it wasn’t a like-for-like replacement in the true sense of the word and Moises Henriques, the Aussie all-rounder, had questioned it.  It was the same when England had brought in leg-spinner Matt Parkinson for left-arm spinner Jack Leach in a Test against New Zealand in 2022. Coming to Rana replacing Dube, the fast bowler’s batting ability — just two runs from 25 T20s before the Pune game — was mentioned several times. “India’s batting was over, so Rana’s batting ability was irrelevant,” said the ex-BCCI match referee. “As per the rule, Srinath had to focus on his role for the remainder of the game, whether he was giving his side any excessive advantage. And there was a catch, for Rana was making his T20I debut, while it was Dube’s first game in the series. So, Srinath didn’t have any sample size to work with. Also, he couldn’t have judged it beforehand.” Yes, Rana is a fast bowler unlike Dube, who bowls dibbly-dobbly medium pace. Rana’s 3/33 in four overs handsomely contributed to India’s 15-run victory. But Srinath, despite being the sole arbitrator in this case, was in no position to pre-judge that. Also, he didn’t know if the Indian team would have used Dube for his full quota of four overs if he had stayed on the field. For the record, the Mumbai man’s career-best bowling figures in first-class cricket is 7/53. Whether Srinath made an error of judgment was subject to interpretations. He might argue that he followed the letter of the law. “There are ambiguities in the rule and going ahead, we might see modifications,” said the former BCCI match referee. 

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Javagal Srinath Indian Cricket Legend Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt

Javagal Srinath Indian Cricket Legend T-Shirt. Javagal Srinath is celebrated as one of India’s finest fast bowlers. Known for his consistent pace and aggressive approach, Srinath led the Indian pace attack for many years, especially after Kapil Dev’s retirement. He represented India in numerous Test matches and One Day Internationals, including several World Cups, showcasing his longevity and…

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Top 5 Indian fast bowlers who took the most international wickets

India was considered a country of spin bowlers from the very beginning. Indian batsmen had trouble playing fast bowling abroad. But with the rise of Kapil Dev, India also started scaring the opposition teams with their fast bowling prowess. After this, great fast bowlers like Chetan Sharma, Javagal Srinath, Zaheer Khan, Ashish Nehra, Mohammad Shami, Jasprit Bumrah came in the team but do you know who took the most wickets for India?

5) Jasprit Bumrah (443 wickets)

In this era, if we say that Jasprit Bumrah is the best bowler in the world. Then don’t go wrong, because he is a great bowler. He has taken 443 wickets so far. He has taken 205 Test wickets, 149 ODI wickets and 89 T20I wickets. All Indian fans know the magic of Bumrah, which he showed in the 2024 T20 World Cup final. The batsman does not even try to save his yorker.

4) Mohammed Shami (448 wickets)

The hero of the 2023 World Cup of the Indian cricket team was Mohammed Shami who took 24 wickets in a single World Cup edition. He has 448 international wickets to his name — 229 Test wickets, 195 ODI wickets and 24 T20I wickets. He also took 11 5-wicket hauls in his career. He made his debut for India in 2013 against Pakistan as a right-arm pacer. Till date, he has remained the best bowler for India in every World Cup.

3) Javagal Srinath (551 wickets)

Former right-arm pacer Javagal Srinath took 551 wickets — 236 wickets in Tests and 315 wickets in ODIs. He took 13 wicket hauls during his career. He made his international debut for the Indian cricket team in 1991 against Pakistan. He played his international match in the 2003 world cup. In 2002, he had announced his retirement but on the captain’s request, he agreed to play in the 2003 World Cup.

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2) Zaheer Khan (610 wickets)

Former India left-arm pacer Zaheer Khan is the biggest match-winner for India. He single-handedly won the 2011 World Cup, taking 21 wickets. Zaheer has 610 international wickets to his name — 311 Test wickets, 282 ODI wickets and 17 T20I wickets.

1) Kapil Dev 687 (wickets)

Former India captain Kapil Dev has taken the most wickets as a fast bowler for his country. He took 687 international wickets in 448 innings, including 24 5-wicket hauls. India won the 1983 World Cup under his captaincy. He took 434 Test and 253 ODI wickets.

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AUS vs IND, Border-Gavaskar Trophy India Shakes Off Pink-Ball Loss, Focuses on Brisbane Challenge

After a well-deserved rest on Monday, India’s cricketers returned to training on Tuesday morning, eager to move past their pink-ball loss. The batters worked through long sessions with throwdowns, pace, and spin, preparing for Brisbane. In today’s world of shorter series, a long contest stretching over seven weeks can be exhausting. It’s been years since India played a five-Test series in Australia—back in 1991-92. /
A Look Back at 1991-92 That series marked Sachin Tendulkar’s rise, despite India losing 4-0. His 114 at WACA remains one of his finest innings. The series also featured the twilight of Dilip Vengsarkar, the resilience of Ravi Shastri, and Javagal Srinath’s debut. On the other hand, Shane Warne made his debut but had little impact. Despite their efforts, India couldn’t stop Australia’s dominance. Though that tour was tough, it showed the team’s spirit. Now, India stands on more equal footing. After two Tests in the 2024 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the series is tied at 1-1, indicating a close contest. In recent years, India has made significant progress, particularly during the 2018-19 and 2020-21 triumphs in Australia.
A New Challenge in Brisbane India’s loss at Adelaide Oval could motivate Rohit Sharma’s team to fight back in Brisbane. With the series tied, the third Test is crucial. On Tuesday, India returned to training, which would have been the final day of the second Test if not for their batting collapse. Batters like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, K.L. Rahul, Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Washington Sundar spent time working on their batting against a mix of throwdowns, pace, and spin. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj worked on fitness in the gym, while the other bowlers practiced their craft. The red ball replaced the pink ball, marking a fresh start for the team.
Rohit’s Optimism and Teamwork “We have no scars from the loss,” said Rohit, focusing on Brisbane and the upcoming challenge. The team worked on defensive techniques and added some attacking shots. Jaiswal was aggressive but got stranded while charging at R. Ashwin, causing some light-hearted moments. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli chatted with coach Gautam Gambhir, while Ajit Agarkar (chief selector) and Morne Morkel (bowling coach) shared their thoughts. After a productive session, the players took some time to relax.
The Road Ahead Managing their workload is essential during such a long tour. India has improved since the 1991-92 series. The next few weeks will show how much they’ve grown, and the Brisbane Test will be an important test.

More: https://cricinfo.cc/aus-vs-ind-border-gavaskar-trophy-india-shakes-off-pink-ball-loss-focuses-on-brisbane-challenge/

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Happy Birthday Javagal Srinath! The Mysore Express still races in our Hearts.

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Ive been looking through the indian squad in the 2000s and tbh none of the players there really stand out as omegas, secret or otherwise, to me?? like yuvraj singh, harbhajan singh, ashish nehra, zaheer khan, sreesanth-- all of them are certified alphas, totally playing into the stereotype of the hot-headed alpha male. anil kumble also gives major alpha vibes to me. venkatesh prasad and javagal srinath, the noted fast bowling combination of the 2000s-- im dithering a bit on whether they're alphas or betas. maybe more on the beta side tho, just to balance it out. virender sehwag is again an alpha, no doubt about that. irfan and yusuf pathan are alphas too ig, i think irfan even had a party boy image in his early days. vvs laxman is a beta. mohammad kaif and suresh raina can also be betas.

also i know why sachin tendulkar, rahul dravid and mahendra singh dhoni might feel like betas or even omegas in hiding, but idk to me i like these three specifically as alphas. because sachin, rahul and mahi are renowned for being gentlemen and being cool and calm. yk they're literally an antithesis to the traditional alpha stereotypes so the way vk subverts expectations that omegas must be quiet, demure and meek, the same way sachin, rahul and mahi can be instrumental towards proving that alphas don't necessarily have to always be violent, aggressive, dominant, and lewd with omegas. alphas can also be respectful, level-headed and conciliatory.

also, along the lines of what a previous anon said, sourav ganguly can be a secret omega! now tbh sourav gives me more alpha vibes, but i can see him being the indian equivalent of stu, trying his best to fit into the traditional alpha stereotypes of the times. and again since sourav was considered a great leader, a position that the world considers only alphas can be successful at, theres that breaking of expectations like with vk, for sourav, hands down our most aggressive and revolutionary captains, to be omega all along. and as someone who has family in kolkata (sourav's hometown), i can confirm that he really does come from a very moneyed family, so affording the indian equivalent of antarax would be no problem for him. also sourav x rahul dravid used to be a big ship back in the day, idk if you know! their teammates, even now, keep calling them "our mum and dad" and rahul publically said that "being captain and vice captain for so long, our relationship is like husband and wife at this point"'. 😭🤌🏻 they were practically the cookerson of their times. so rahul being the only one who knew sourav was omega all along and still supporting him no matter what ahhhh 😭😭😭

Aww that sourav/rahul is cute - I like that 🥰

I mean, we don’t have to have hiding omegas if it doesn’t work until later, it is just possible that there could be more of them. There are more hiding omegas; they’re everywhere 😂

Even when VK and Tim and others are out and proud, it still doesn’t mean all omegas are going to be comfortable with that. Even still some will take the hidden route, preferring to just play than play with the stresses that come along with being omega

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Indian officials refuse to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy

Listen to article The upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 will not feature Indian officials, as two prominent candidates have excused themselves from officiating in Pakistan. According to reports from Indian media, Javagal Srinath, one of the most respected match referees, and Nitin Menon, a member of the ICC’s elite umpire panel, have both opted not to undertake assignments in the Pakistan leg of…

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Where to Watch the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024

Cricket enthusiasts worldwide have a plethora of options to catch all the thrilling action of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Here's a comprehensive guide on where and how you can watch the matches live, no matter where you are.

Broadcasting Channels by Region:

India: Disney+ Hotstar and the Star Sports Network.

United Kingdom: Sky Sports channels.

Australia: Prime Video for Prime members.

Caribbean and Latin America: ESPN.

North America: Willow TV.

New Zealand: Sky Sport Now.

South Africa: SuperSport.

With such a variety of broadcasting opportunities, cricket fans from different parts of the world can immerse themselves in the excitement of the T20 World Cup regardless of their location.

Live Streaming for Accessibility:

The tournament will feature matches with accessibility options for visually and hearing impaired viewers. Ten matches, including India matches, semifinals, and the final, will have these features.

Free Streaming Guide:

For those looking to watch the T20 World Cup live for free, follow these steps:

Subscribe to a VPN: Choose a streaming-friendly VPN, like ExpressVPN.

Download the VPN app: Install the app on your device (available for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, etc.).

Connect to an Indian server: Open the VPN app and connect to a server in India.

Download Disney+ Hotstar app: Install the Disney+ Hotstar mobile app on your device.

Watch the T20 World Cup: Enjoy live streams from anywhere in the world.

TV Channels on Airtel DTH:

If you are using Airtel DTH, here are the channels to tune into:

Star Sports 1: Rs. 19/month

Star Sports HD1: Rs. 19/month

Star Sports 1 Hindi: Rs. 19/month

Star Sports 1 HD Hindi: Rs. 19/month

Star Sports Select 1: Rs. 19/month

Star Sports Select HD1: Rs. 19/month

Star Sports 1 Tamil: Rs. 19/month

Star Sports 1 Telugu: Rs. 19/month

Star Sports 1 Kannada: Rs. 19/month

Star Sports 1 Tamil HD: Rs. 19/month

Star Sports 1 Telugu HD: Rs. 19/month

OTT Streaming Platforms:

Cricket fans can watch matches through their phones, laptops, or tablets using the Disney+ Hotstar app.

Airtel Xstream Android Box Features:

Enables Android TV OS’ features.

Receives live TV Sports with 4K quality.

Facilitates downloading TV apps and games from the Play Store.

Connects to any standard TV to make it a smart TV.

Features Google Voice Assistant for easy navigation.

Includes Chromecast for casting from mobile or computer to the TV.

Available at just Rs. 1500, making the ICC Cricket World Cup accessible on a large screen.

Umpires and Match Referees:

Umpires: Chris Brown, Kumar Dharmasena, Chris Gaffaney, Michael Gough, Adrian Holdstock, Richard Illingworth, Allahudien Paleker, Richard Kettleborough, Jayaraman Madanagopal, Nitin Menon, Sam Nogajski, Ahsan Raza, Rashid Riaz, Paul Reiffel, Langton Rusere, Shahid Saikat, Rodney Tucker, Alex Wharf, Joel Wilson.

Match Referees: David Boon, Jeff Crowe, Ranjan Madugalle, Andrew Pycroft, Richie Richardson, Javagal Srinath.

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[ad_1] Dennis Lillee and Jasprit Bumrah (PC: ICC and BCCI) The host broadcaster’s stump mic in Perth has unhindered clarity unlike the occasionally sparse visuals during replays that nipped a promising KL Rahul’s innings in the bud. As Steve Smith arrived at the crease, Rishabh Pant was in his element. “The legend is pressured,” chirped the Indian wicketkeeper. A ball later, Smith was gone. Jasprit Bumrah made one jag back a mile to trap the former Australia captain leg-before. The stand-in India captain was making the ball talk. In the commentary box, Wasim Akram was ecstatic. “He (Bumrah) is the world’s best bowler,” the legendary former Pakistan quick screamed. That was validation. Bumrah is placed third in the ICC Test bowling rankings, behind Kagiso Rabada and Josh Hazlewood. Who cares! To paraphrase Mark Knopfler, he was giving the Australian batsmen a shiver in the fading light at the Optus Stadium. It felt like he had Smith at his beck and Marnus Labuschagne at his call. The fabled WACA is just a short walk from the Optus Stadium. It is the spiritual home of Dennis Lillee. It’s not known if the great man paid a visit to the new stadium to watch the first day’s play of the first Test between India and Australia. Even watching the action on telly, he must have nodded in approval, notwithstanding his nationality and a redoubtable Aussie swagger. It’s a fast bowlers’ club where Bumrah sits cheek by jowl with the likes of Lillee, Akram, Malcolm Marshall and other all-time greats of the game. For the Latest Sports News: Click Here Jasprit Bumrah during the Perth Test (PC: Debasis Sen) Back in 2018, during Bumrah’s first Test series Down Under, Lillee had compared the Indian speedster with Jeff Thomson. “He (Bumrah) is very different from other pacers, which reminds me of another fast bowler of my era, who was very different from everyone else – Jeff Thomson,” Lillee had said. In Perth, as he was making bowling feel like music, Bumrah’s action was dissected by the experts. As awkward as it might be, there’s no faux shtick in the whole process – from his run-up to loading, delivery and follow-through. Bumrah’s wrist does the magic. “What Bumrah does is 101 per cent correct,” former Pakistan fast bowler Aaqib Javed, who is currently a selector and Pakistan’s white-ball coach, told this correspondent a few years ago. “Don’t look into how he is approaching the crease. Look at the end product and that’s perfect. Very few fast bowlers use the height so well. Very few of them transfer weight so smoothly. Also, from his run-up to delivery release, Bumrah’s entire approach is completely linear, using his energy in a straight direction. It gives him more power. To me, he has the best action in the business.” Coming back to Lillee, watching Bumrah, maybe his mind raced back to a time when India had Kapil Dev and a few other medium pacers around him, bowling dibbly-dobblies. The Australian was given the responsibility to groom fast bowlers at the MRF Pace Foundation. It took time, a couple of generations to be precise. But Lillee and the MRF Pace Foundation’s influence wasn’t limited to Chennai only. Bumrah is the fulcrum of a process that started with Javagal Srinath followed by Zaheer Khan and other fast bowlers. But no one is like the smiling assassin, for he is one of a kind. Bumrah is someone whom Andy Roberts told: “You could have taken the new ball in our XI.” Also Read: How a Durga Puja gave India’s Test team its Bumrah X-factor The post Close to Lillee’s spiritual home, Bumrah sings merry song of fast bowling appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] Dennis Lillee and Jasprit Bumrah (PC: ICC and BCCI) The host broadcaster’s stump mic in Perth has unhindered clarity unlike the occasionally sparse visuals during replays that nipped a promising KL Rahul’s innings in the bud. As Steve Smith arrived at the crease, Rishabh Pant was in his element. “The legend is pressured,” chirped the Indian wicketkeeper. A ball later, Smith was gone. Jasprit Bumrah made one jag back a mile to trap the former Australia captain leg-before. The stand-in India captain was making the ball talk. In the commentary box, Wasim Akram was ecstatic. “He (Bumrah) is the world’s best bowler,” the legendary former Pakistan quick screamed. That was validation. Bumrah is placed third in the ICC Test bowling rankings, behind Kagiso Rabada and Josh Hazlewood. Who cares! To paraphrase Mark Knopfler, he was giving the Australian batsmen a shiver in the fading light at the Optus Stadium. It felt like he had Smith at his beck and Marnus Labuschagne at his call. The fabled WACA is just a short walk from the Optus Stadium. It is the spiritual home of Dennis Lillee. It’s not known if the great man paid a visit to the new stadium to watch the first day’s play of the first Test between India and Australia. Even watching the action on telly, he must have nodded in approval, notwithstanding his nationality and a redoubtable Aussie swagger. It’s a fast bowlers’ club where Bumrah sits cheek by jowl with the likes of Lillee, Akram, Malcolm Marshall and other all-time greats of the game. For the Latest Sports News: Click Here Jasprit Bumrah during the Perth Test (PC: Debasis Sen) Back in 2018, during Bumrah’s first Test series Down Under, Lillee had compared the Indian speedster with Jeff Thomson. “He (Bumrah) is very different from other pacers, which reminds me of another fast bowler of my era, who was very different from everyone else – Jeff Thomson,” Lillee had said. In Perth, as he was making bowling feel like music, Bumrah’s action was dissected by the experts. As awkward as it might be, there’s no faux shtick in the whole process – from his run-up to loading, delivery and follow-through. Bumrah’s wrist does the magic. “What Bumrah does is 101 per cent correct,” former Pakistan fast bowler Aaqib Javed, who is currently a selector and Pakistan’s white-ball coach, told this correspondent a few years ago. “Don’t look into how he is approaching the crease. Look at the end product and that’s perfect. Very few fast bowlers use the height so well. Very few of them transfer weight so smoothly. Also, from his run-up to delivery release, Bumrah’s entire approach is completely linear, using his energy in a straight direction. It gives him more power. To me, he has the best action in the business.” Coming back to Lillee, watching Bumrah, maybe his mind raced back to a time when India had Kapil Dev and a few other medium pacers around him, bowling dibbly-dobblies. The Australian was given the responsibility to groom fast bowlers at the MRF Pace Foundation. It took time, a couple of generations to be precise. But Lillee and the MRF Pace Foundation’s influence wasn’t limited to Chennai only. Bumrah is the fulcrum of a process that started with Javagal Srinath followed by Zaheer Khan and other fast bowlers. But no one is like the smiling assassin, for he is one of a kind. Bumrah is someone whom Andy Roberts told: “You could have taken the new ball in our XI.” Also Read: How a Durga Puja gave India’s Test team its Bumrah X-factor The post Close to Lillee’s spiritual home, Bumrah sings merry song of fast bowling appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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Javagal Srinath Indian Cricket Icon Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt

Javagal Srinath Indian Cricket Icon T-Shirt. Javagal Srinath is a celebrated figure in Indian cricket, known for his pace, aggression, and consistent performances. He played a crucial role in leading the Indian pace attack, especially after the retirement of Kapil Dev, a significant responsibility in a country traditionally known for its spin bowlers. Srinath’s dedication and skill made him a key…

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AUS vs IND, Border-Gavaskar Trophy India Shakes Off Pink-Ball Loss, Focuses on Brisbane Challenge

After a well-deserved rest on Monday, India’s cricketers returned to training on Tuesday morning, eager to move past their pink-ball loss. The batters worked through long sessions with throwdowns, pace, and spin, preparing for Brisbane. In today’s world of shorter series, a long contest stretching over seven weeks can be exhausting. It’s been years since India played a five-Test series in Australia—back in 1991-92. /
A Look Back at 1991-92 That series marked Sachin Tendulkar’s rise, despite India losing 4-0. His 114 at WACA remains one of his finest innings. The series also featured the twilight of Dilip Vengsarkar, the resilience of Ravi Shastri, and Javagal Srinath’s debut. On the other hand, Shane Warne made his debut but had little impact. Despite their efforts, India couldn’t stop Australia’s dominance. Though that tour was tough, it showed the team’s spirit. Now, India stands on more equal footing. After two Tests in the 2024 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the series is tied at 1-1, indicating a close contest. In recent years, India has made significant progress, particularly during the 2018-19 and 2020-21 triumphs in Australia.
A New Challenge in Brisbane India’s loss at Adelaide Oval could motivate Rohit Sharma’s team to fight back in Brisbane. With the series tied, the third Test is crucial. On Tuesday, India returned to training, which would have been the final day of the second Test if not for their batting collapse. Batters like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, K.L. Rahul, Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Washington Sundar spent time working on their batting against a mix of throwdowns, pace, and spin. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj worked on fitness in the gym, while the other bowlers practiced their craft. The red ball replaced the pink ball, marking a fresh start for the team.
Rohit’s Optimism and Teamwork “We have no scars from the loss,” said Rohit, focusing on Brisbane and the upcoming challenge. The team worked on defensive techniques and added some attacking shots. Jaiswal was aggressive but got stranded while charging at R. Ashwin, causing some light-hearted moments. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli chatted with coach Gautam Gambhir, while Ajit Agarkar (chief selector) and Morne Morkel (bowling coach) shared their thoughts. After a productive session, the players took some time to relax.
The Road Ahead Managing their workload is essential during such a long tour. India has improved since the 1991-92 series. The next few weeks will show how much they’ve grown, and the Brisbane Test will be an important test.

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