Work in progress: Nitish Reddy’s lean returns raise doubts over Hardik Pandya backup plan for 2027 World Cup | Cricket News – The Times of India

Work in progress: Nitish Reddy’s lean returns raise doubts over Hardik Pandya backup plan for 2027 World Cup | Cricket News – The Times of India

Nitish Kumar Reddy (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: As a seam-bowling allrounder, Nitish Kumar Reddy is a project struggling to launch. The team management sees him as a key piece of the puzzle in constructing a well-rounded team. It’s just that the piece is refusing to fit in. Uninspiring numbers across formats aside, the reluctance of…

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‘Not doing a lot’: India coach throws Nitish Kumar Reddy under the bus after second ODI | Cricket News – The Times of India

‘Not doing a lot’: India coach throws Nitish Kumar Reddy under the bus after second ODI | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rajkot: India’s KL Rahul, left, and Nitish Kumar Reddy (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary) Indian assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate offered a frank assessment after India’s seven-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the second ODI, conceding that all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has struggled to make a telling impact despite being given repeated chances, while also pointing out…

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Same curse! 38th captain, 8th toss lost: Rishabh Pant continues Team India’s coin flip woes | Cricket News – The Times of India

Same curse! 38th captain, 8th toss lost: Rishabh Pant continues Team India’s coin flip woes | Cricket News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: India’s streak of unfavorable tosses continued as newly appointed Test captain Rishabh Pant lost the toss to South Africa’s Temba Bavuma at Guwahati’s Barsapara Stadium on Saturday, during the city’s inaugural Test. South Africa opted to bat first on the red-soil pitch, expected to favor batters early before assisting spinners.Pant made history as…

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IND vs SA: Dhruv Jurel in India’s mix for Eden Test; Rishabh Pant to keep, Nitish Reddy released | Cricket News – The Times of India

IND vs SA: Dhruv Jurel in India’s mix for Eden Test; Rishabh Pant to keep, Nitish Reddy released | Cricket News – The Times of India

Dhruv Jurel (PTI Photo) KOLKATA: Given Dhruv Jurel’s current form, it will be a surprise if he does not play in the forthcoming Test against South Africa at the Eden Gardens here from Friday. In fact, even India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate would be quite surprised.“I don’t think you can leave him (Jurel) out…

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IND vs SA: Team India star released from squad for first South Africa Test, BCCI explains why | Cricket News – The Times of India

IND vs SA: Team India star released from squad for first South Africa Test, BCCI explains why | Cricket News – The Times of India

A Team India star has been released from the squad that will face South Africa in the first Test, starting November 14 (Images via Getty) All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been released from India’s squad for the first Test against South Africa, beginning November 14 at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens. The decision was announced through a…

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‘There is a bigger picture’: Morne Morkel reveals why India rested Arshdeep Singh | Cricket News – The Times of India

‘There is a bigger picture’: Morne Morkel reveals why India rested Arshdeep Singh | Cricket News – The Times of India

Arshdeep Singh (ANI) India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel explained why left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh, the team’s highest wicket-taker in T20Is, was rested for the first two matches of the series against Australia. Morkel said the team is focused on experimenting with different bowling options while keeping long-term goals in mind. After missing the first two…

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IND vs AUS T20: India suffer big blow ahead of series opener; Australia field once again | Cricket News – The Times of India

IND vs AUS T20: India suffer big blow ahead of series opener; Australia field once again | Cricket News – The Times of India

File photo of Nitish Kumar Reddy. (AP) Team India’s injury situation has worsened. All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the first three T20Is against Australia as his left quadriceps injury hits another hurdle during his rehabilitation.LIVE: India vs Australia 1st T20IThis time, neck spasms have disrupted his recovery, affecting his mobility. The…

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Now, Shardul Thakur sends strong message to Ajit Agarkar: ‘I am eyeing No. 8 bowling all-rounder spot at 2027 ODI World Cup’ | Cricket News – The Times of India

Now, Shardul Thakur sends strong message to Ajit Agarkar: ‘I am eyeing No. 8 bowling all-rounder spot at 2027 ODI World Cup’ | Cricket News – The Times of India

Shardul Thakur (Photo by Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images) Mumbai: Shardul Thakur may be down the pecking order in India’s scheme of things as they hunt for a seam-bowling all-rounder in the ODI team who can bat at No. 8, but the 34-year-old hasn’t given up hope of making a comeback. The right-arm medium-pacer, who can tonk…

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