Sports
Virat Kohli quits as team India’s test cricket captain
Virat Kohli has stepped down as India’s Test captain. He announced the decision on his social media accounts just a day after India lost the Test series against South Africa after their loss in the third Test in Cape Town.
The decision also comes just a month after the BCCI selectors decided to remove him as captain of the team in one-day internationals. Kohli had himself decided to step down from captaincy in T20Is at the end of India’s campaign in the ICC T20 World Cup.
“It has been 7 years of hard work, toil and relentless perseverance every day to take the team in the right direction. I have done the job with absolute honesty and left nothing out there. Everything has to come to a halt at some stage and for me as Test captain of India, it’s now.
There have been many ups and also some downs along the journey, but never has there been a lack of effort or lack of belief. I have always believed in giving my 120 per cent in everything I do, and if I can’t do that, I know it’s not the right thing to do. I have absolute clarity in my heart and I cannot be dishonest to my team.
“I want to thank the BCCI for giving me the opportunity to lead my country for such a long period of time and more importantly, to all the teammates who bought into the vision I had for the team from day one and never gave up in any situation. You guys have made this journey so memorable and beautiful. To Ravi Bhai and the support group who were the engine behind this vehicle that moved us upwards in Test cricket consistently, you all have played a massive role in bringing this vision to life. Lastly, a big thank you to MS Dhoni who believed in me as a captain and found me to be an able individual who could take Indian Cricket forward.”
Latest News
At Sanpada, NMMC will construct a 50-meter shooting range
The city of Navi Mumbai will soon have a 50-meter shooting lane for use by both beginners and pros during practise and training sessions. The municipal corporation is currently building a cutting-edge archery facility in Sector 10 of Sanpada after creating a multisport complex underneath the Sanpada flypast that went popular on social media.
This Olympic sport is also performed at the district level with a lot of passion, with the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation serving as the venue. The engineering department has already given its preliminary clearance for a project that will cost 92 lakh, and the tendering procedure has already begun.
“This activity has a lot of enthusiasm, and even at the district school level events, we have over 50 or so competitors. Since India consistently wins the best honours at the Olympics and the Commonwealth Games, such high-quality facilities may open the door for more gifted archers, according to NMMC’s Sports Officer R Gurav.
The D.V. Patil Master Ground in Sector 10 of Sanpada has been chosen as the location for building the substructure, and it measures 1,500 square feet. On the property, shooting facilities would be constructed both inside and outside.
There are intentions to build a 30-m indoor shooting lane that can be used during monsoons, as well as a 50-m external shooting range, as far as civic construction is concerned. The facility should be available in eight months after the finalisation of the tender offers, according to executive engineer Sanjay E. Patil, who also completed the preliminary map work. Fifty bows and arrows will be available for practise in the building.
Currently, in order to practise the sport, archery players must either enrol in individual lessons or journey outside of the metropolis. We are confident that the facility’s expansion will increase enthusiasm in the sport, said Rajendra Narvekar, the municipal commissioner.
Latest News
Australia’s legendary legspinner Shane Warne passed away at 52
Sad to hear the news that Rod Marsh has passed. He was a legend of our great game & an inspiration to so many young boys & girls. Rod cared deeply about cricket & gave so much-especially to Australia & England players. Sending lots & lots of love to Ros & the family. RIP mate❤️
— Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne) March 4, 2022
India
Ricky Ponting forecasts a very bright future for three Indian cricketers
During his interview with former England player Isha Guha on ‘The ICC Review,’ Australian cricket star Ricky Ponting highlighted three young Indian cricketers and made bold predictions about them. Following his retirement from international cricket as a player, Ponting has become a familiar face in the Indian Premier League (IPL), coaching teams such as the Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals. Ponting, who has been watching the growth of several young Indian cricket prospects from afar, has picked openers Prithvi Shaw and Ruturaj Gaikwad, as well as bowler Avesh Khan, as the players to watch.
Prithvi Shaw, who plays for the Delhi Capitals (DC) and is coached by Ponting, has been retained by the franchise ahead of the IPL 2022 Mega Auction. “Everyone’s known a bit about him over the last few of years,” Ponting added, according to ICC, recalling Shaw’s great form in the IPL 2021 season. I believe he is still learning a lot about himself as a person and as a player. To be completely honest, I don’t think I’ve seen much better.” Shaw does not want to bat a lot when he is hitting a lot, but when he is batting well, he wants to bat all the time, according to Ponting.
Ruturaj Gaikwad, according to Ponting, will represent India in all three formats.
Ponting also said that after having a chance early in the season, he ended up being a part of the IPL winning team, praising Chennai Super Kings player Ruturaj Gaikwad. “Everyone thought he was a nice player, more of a technically correct sort of player, but by the end of the IPL, he was doing some wonderful things,” Ponting added, before predicting that Gaikwad will play for India in all three forms in the future.
Meanwhile, Ponting talked about Avesh Khan, an uncapped Indian cricketer who came second in the IPL 2021 in terms of wickets taken.
“Last year, we had Avesh Khan at Delhi Capitals, who had an unbelievable IPL season.” On The ICC Review, Ponting stated, “He has been included in a few of Indian selections.”
-
India2 years ago
As the arrangement with Prashant Kishor falls through Rahul Gandhi has gone overseas again and is uncontactable
-
Fact Check4 years ago
Nidhi Razdan, fake Harvard professorship, and here is the explanation through her blog.
-
Latest News3 years ago
Tata wins Air India with ₹18,000 crore bid
-
Technology3 years ago
BSNL reveals all new 4G plans starting at ₹16
-
Latest News3 years ago
Government has spent ₹9,725 crores on Covid-19 vaccination drive so far
-
Latest News3 years ago
Jharkhand government cuts Petrol price by massive ₹25 a litre but with a catch
-
Navi Mumbai3 years ago
Navi Mumbai civic body raids and tests morning walkers, many found COVID positive
-
Latest News3 years ago
Raj Kundra Gave ₹25 Lakh Bribe to Mumbai Crime Branch to Avoid Arrest