The last time, Team India lost a Test series at home was 12 years ago and Ravindra Jadeja had made his Test debut. In 77 Test matches, he felt a sense of invincibility whenever he donned the Indian whites at home. Ravindra Jadeja claimed five wickets in the ongoing Mumbai Test match. After claiming a fifer, he said that his worst fear of losing a Test series at home has come true. "Firstly, I had this fear personally I had thought that I won't lose a series in India as long as I am playing. But that too has happened," he said after opening day's play in the third Test. Cricket is a great leveller and this humbling experience against the Black Caps and henceforth, he won't be "surprised" with anything. "We won 18 series (at home), I thought as long as I am playing Test cricket in India we won't lose a series but that has happened, so I am not surprised with anything (that is happening)," Jadeja said. "We have set the expectations really high. Since last 12 years we did not lose a single series. I think we have lost a total of five Test matches in which I played." Also Read: Anil Kumble calls Virat Kohli's run-out as "suicidal" "I think this is a good achievement but when you set such high expectations and lose a series, it stands out and that is what is happening." As the side has lost a Test series against New Zealand, Ravindra Jadeja feels that all 15 players should take responsibility for that. "When we win, we lift the trophy together. Now that we have lost the series, all 15 in the team will take the blame collectively," he said. Recapping India's innings on Day 1 of the Mumbai Test, in the last couple of overs, just when India appeared to be in control, fortune favoured the visitors, who seized the opportunity swiftly. As India looked set for a strong finish, they lost three wickets in the final two overs of the day, dramatically shifting the game's momentum. Ajaz Patel delivered a double-wicket maiden, dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal (30) and nightwatchman Mohammed Siraj (0) on consecutive balls. India's troubles deepened in the last over when Virat Kohli (4) was run out following a quick throw from Matt Henry, unable to cross the crease in time. With India reduced to 86/4 and still trailing by 149 runs. (With PTI Inputs)
01 November,2024 10:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTeam India's legendary spinner Anil Kumble opened up Virat Kohli's dismissal by calling it suicidal. Team India will resume the play on day two with Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant unbeaten on 31 and one run, respectively. The hosts are still trailing by 149 runs. "You can't have this repeatedly happening in every game, so it's more than a concern at the moment. You had an opportunity to get inside with just one wicket down of Rohit Sharma. And then yes, Jaiswal gets out and the night watchman comes in and gets out first ball, then this (Kohli run-out)," said Anil Kumble while talking on Jio Cinema after end of play on Day 1. "Nobody expected the run-out. This was certainly not something that you expect of Virat Kohli getting run out in the last over or last few minutes of a day's play. And it was something that he just hit the shot and then went straight for a run, which is suicidal," the former cricketer added. Also Read: "Want to do everything possible to win": Nicholas Pooran post LSG retention In 2024, featuring in six Test matches, Virat Kohli has scored 249 runs with just one half-century and the highest score of 70 runs. In the ongoing ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 though, Virat has been rather solid. He has scored 560 runs in nine Tests, with a century and three fifties in 15 innings, with best score of 121. The decade that began four years back has been tough for Virat Kohli in Test cricket. He made 1,837 runs in 34 Tests, with just two centuries and nine fifties in 59 innings and the best score of 186. Recapping India's innings on Day 1 of the Mumbai Test, in the last couple of overs, just when India appeared to be in control, fortune favoured the visitors, who seized the opportunity swiftly. As India looked set for a strong finish, they lost three wickets in the final two overs of the day, dramatically shifting the game's momentum. Ajaz Patel delivered a double-wicket maiden, dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal (30) and nightwatchman Mohammed Siraj (0) on consecutive balls. India's troubles deepened in the last over when Virat Kohli (4) was run out following a quick throw from Matt Henry, unable to cross the crease in time. With India reduced to 86/4 and still trailing by 149 runs. (With ANI Inputs)
01 November,2024 10:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNicholas Pooran has thanked Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for showing faith in him. The franchise has retained him for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. After the franchise declared its retention list, Nicholas Pooran was one of the five players retained by them. Nicholas Pooran was retained by LSG for Rs. 21 crore, the joint second-highest retention price for the upcoming season, alongside Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) Virat Kohli. The four other LSG retentions were Ravi Bishnoi (Rs 11 crore), Mayank Yadav (Rs 11 crore), Mohsin Khan (Rs 4 crore) and Ayush Badoni (Rs 4 crore). "I'm just thankful and grateful for another year, another opportunity. I'm really thankful that LSG has given me required an opportunity to represent them again," Nicholas Pooran said in a video released by the franchise on its social media handles. Also Read: IND vs NZ 3rd Test: Ravindra Jadeja surpasses Zaheer, Ishant to become... "In 2023, they took a risk on me, and they took a chance, and I'm just really happy that I could contribute to the franchise becoming better. Obviously, we're still searching (for) that title." "Two years after, I'm really happy that they retained me, and they've shown so much trust in me. It really means a lot to me. I want to do everything possible to win. That's basically it." In the IPL 2024, Nicholas Pooran was the second-highest run-scorer for the franchise after skipper KL Rahul who scored 520 runs. The Trinidadian ended the season with 499 runs in 14 matches with a strike rate of 178.21, including three fifties. Besides thanking the LSG fans for their support, he admitted that he also tries to help the team by imparting his knowledge of the sport as and when required. "Our fans really came out and supported us last year, and that was really special. I'm looking forward to more support from our fans because they're the 12th man, and we just want to entertain them and make them happy. "Whatever influence I do have, I try to impart my knowledge as well, especially when it comes to the game. The end result is all about winning, and it's all about coming up with the best decision for LSG and becoming successful in 2025 and just moving on from there," said Pooran. With the five retentions, LSG possesses a purse of Rs 69 crore heading into the IPL Mega Auction, potentially happening this month. The franchise also holds the option to retain another capped player via the Right To Match (RTM) card, with the likes of Rahul, Marcus Stoinis, Quinton de Kock, and Krunal Pandya set to go under the hammer. (With PTI Inputs)
01 November,2024 08:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTeam India's Ravindra Jadeja is happy with his five-wicket haul in Test cricket but stated that bowling in humid conditions was indeed a hard work. Ravindra Jadeja's 14th five-wicket haul came after a brief period of lull as he looked menacing while mixing deliveries, pitching it on good length spots and letting the variable bounce and abrasive surface work in his favour. However, Jadeja's assessment of the track was also an indicator that possibly Ravichandran Ashwin has lost a bit of pace in his deliveries as it required more shoulder effort to get the zip off the surface. Also Read: IND vs NZ 3rd Test: India 86/4 at stumps on day one, trail New Zealand by 149 runs "I thought you need to mix and match (in terms of speed). The wicket has bounce but off the surface, the ball isn't taking off. Unless you put in a lot of shoulders and get the revs, it is difficult," Jadeja told Jio Cinema. "It was a special effort as it wasn't no easy to bowl in this heat. Even Washy (Washington Sundar) bowled well and everyone played their roles to perfection. Now our batters will need to perform collectively," Jadeja said. When asked whether he is aware of going past Zaheer Khan and Ishant Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja said that he only checks statistics when a series is not on and he is at home. After losing three wickets, Ravindra Jadeja said that the first target on day two will be to bat well and score those 150 runs which will help them to get a lead in the first innings. Team India ended their first day with a score of 84 runs for the loss of four wickets. The hosts are still trailing by 149 runs after bowling out New Zealand for 235 runs in 65.4 overs. Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant are still unbeaten on the scores of 31 and one run, respectively. (With PTI Inputs)
01 November,2024 06:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOn day one of the IND vs NZ 3rd Test, New Zealand reduced India to 86 runs for the loss of four wickets after getting all out for 235 runs in their first innings. Team India's spin duo Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar claimed five and four wickets, respectively to help India bowl out the Kiwis for 235 runs after tea in the IND vs NZ 3rd Test. After claiming five wickets in IND vs NZ 3rd Test, Ravindra Jadeja registered his 14th five-wicket haul in the longest format of the game. Daryl Mitchell and Will Young were the standout performers for the "Black Caps." Mitchell scored 82 and Young returned to the pavilion after scoring 71 runs. Also Read: IPL: Players who have represented only Mumbai Indians In reply to 235 runs in the IND vs NZ 3rd Test, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma departed early on just 18 runs. Opening batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal accumulated 30 runs before getting dismissed by Ajaz Patel. Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant are unbeaten in the middle on 31 and one run, respectively. Sent in as a nightwatchman, Mohammed Siraj was dismissed on a duck on his very first delivery. Stalwart Virat Kohli was the next batsman to return on a low score. He lost his wicket in a run out which saw him depart on just four runs. The IND vs NZ 3rd Test will resume on day two with Gill and Pant in the middle. The hosts are still trailing by 149 runs at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. New Zealand have already sealed the series by 2-0 with the last match underway in Mumbai. Brief scores: New Zealand: 235 all out in 65.4.1 overs (Daryl Mitchell 82, Will Young 71; Ravindra Jadeja 5/65, Washington Sundar 4/81). India: 86 for 4 in 19 overs (Shubman Gill 31 not out, Yashasvi Jaiswal 30; Ajaz Patel 2/33 ). (With PTI Inputs)
01 November,2024 05:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMumbai Indians lead pacer Jasprit Bumrah doesn't see his overs as gold, he just sees it as a responsibility that he has to carry out. The five-time Indian Premier League champions decided to retain their top four for IPL 2024. Along with Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Suryakumar Yadav, the franchise also retained Tilak Varma. Ahead of the new season, Bumrah brought out the competitiveness hidden inside him and laid out their intentions of restoring their glory by taking a shot at lifting the IPL trophy. "So you have to accept the good with the bad. So whenever you win, you accept, you start from zero. So whenever you lose, you start from zero. That's the beauty of this sport. We have been successful in the past, and we know how to win championships," Bumrah said in a video posted by MI on its social media handles. "So, not to look at the championship now, look at yourself trying to rectify the mistakes and try to take on the positive. So, that is what has always worked first. I think that is something that we'll focus on, and, hopefully, with the positives, we'll get good results," he added. Also Read: IND vs NZ 3rd Test: Jadeja, Washington star as India bowl out NZ for 235 From introducing himself in 2016 to catching everyone's eye with his unorthodox action, Jasprit Bumrah has gone from strength to strength with his sheer class. Jasprit Bumrah came into the limelight when he dismissed stalwart Virat Kohli to claim his maiden scalp in the Indian Premier League. Trusting his ability, he never wanted to be just a cricketer. He always wants to contribute to the team's success whenever he takes on the field. "The winning mentality is always there because you're playing sport to win. If you are just there to participate, it doesn't really land up well, according to me. So for me, I have a lot of belief in my ability. That's always been the case when I was a child, and I didn't want to be just any cricketer. I wanted to contribute more. I wanted to do special things. I don't look at my overs as gold. I look at my overs as a responsibility," he remarked. Jasprit Bumrah joined Mumbai Indians when he was 19-year-old and was eager to learn things from the legends who donned the jersey back then. Years passed any the roles have reversed. Now Bumrah is the one who imparts the knowledge to the youngsters who come in looking to earn a name for themselves. "It feels good. I came here as a 19-year-old teenager, and now I'm going to turn 31. Now I have a son, so it has been a complete journey, and I'm happy that the journey is continuing, and no better feeling. When I came, all the legends of the game were here, and I used to ask a lot of questions," he said. "So, now, slowly, the road is changing, and a lot of youngsters are coming into our team who are eight years or nine years younger than me. So I always feel happy to help because I got a lot of help when I started, so I am always willing to help and always trying my best to contribute in whatever way I can, whenever I can," Jasprit Bumrah noted. (With ANI Inputs)
01 November,2024 03:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe spin duo of Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar shared nine wickets between them to bowl out New Zealand for 235 on the opening day of their third and final Test against India here on Friday. Left-arm spinner Jadeja returned with 5/65, while young off-spinner Washington bagged 4/81 as the visitors were bowled out in 65.4 overs after opting to bat. Jadeja first broke the defiance of Will Young, who scored a well-made 71 off 138 balls, before dismissing Tom Blundell for a duck just two balls later. Also Read: Umpires step in after Sarfaraz Khan's relentless sledging, Rohit Sharma responds; WATCH Before the tea interval, Jadeja also bowled Glenn Phillips for 17. Earlier in the day, pacer Akash Deep (1/22 in five overs) struck early to dismiss opener Devon Conway for just 4 after New Zealand chose to bat. Washington then added to India's early breakthroughs, claiming two key wickets in the first session to put New Zealand on the back foot. Daryl Mitchell was New Zealand's top-scorer with 81. New Zealand lead the series 2-0 in the three-match series. Brief Scores: New Zealand: 235 all out in 65.4 overs (Daryl Mitchell 82, Will Young 71; Ravindra Jadeja 5/65, Washington Sundar 4/81). This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.
01 November,2024 03:42 PM IST | Mumbai | PTIIn a testament to his impact in IPL 2024, Punjab Kings have retained Shashank Singh ahead of the upcoming mega auction. He is one of two players who will continue with the Punjab Kings, with the other being wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh. The decision comes from Shashank's impressive season, where he scored 354 runs in 14 matches at a strike rate of 164.65 and averaged 44.25, establishing himself as one of IPL's most reliable finishers. "I am extremely grateful to the franchise as they have given me an opportunity again and shown their faith in me. Having been in the circuit for the last five years, this opportunity they have given me is something I'll be forever grateful for. Now, it's my time to prove them right," Shashank said after the retentions were announced. Also Read: Mumbai Indians pack a 'paanch' Looking ahead to IPL 2025, Singh is particularly enthusiastic about working with the team's new head coach, Ricky Ponting. "Working with Ricky Ponting Sir will be the best thing for me this year. He is a legend of this game, and I am eager to learn new things under his guidance," says Shashank, who grew up admiring Ponting's trademark pull shots. This moment of Shashank's career has only strengthened his resolve to contribute more significantly to the team's success. "As a professional, you have to give your 100%, and that's why you are there. The way Punjab Kings and the fans have shown trust in me, it's my responsibility to double up my performances and ensure we go for the championship," he emphasized. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
01 November,2024 02:13 PM IST | Chandigarh | mid-day online correspondentMahela Jayawardene, who returns as the head coach of Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2025, spoke to JioCinema about the thought process behind the retentions, senior players leading the way, dealing with expectations and excitement heading into the big auction as well as acknowledging where the team went wrong last season and doing a thorough analysis of the past few seasons. 'Four senior guys led the discussions about how we collectively move forward' We had extensive discussions. I think the four senior guys led those discussions. Obviously, what happened last season, as well as how we collectively move forward. I think that was crucial for us to align in that right direction. So coaching staff, owners, management, and these four guys, I mean, the direction came from them, what needs to be done, how it needs to go about. So, but that's the leadership as well. I know Hardik's being appointed captain. We had that conversation with them. So that was led by them. And obviously, Ro led the retention part and everyone agreed that Boom's, you know, being the best bowler in the world, and he's been very consistent. And we need to recognize that at the top. And then he wanted the other young Indians to be recognized and it was his call. So, all in all, it was brilliant to see that, you know, them leading that conversation and agreeing to everything. So it was quite easy for us. 'It’s about learnings for us' I think it's about learnings for us, understanding what went right, what went wrong. I think we need to learn from that. And that was part of the discussions that we had. We need to control things on the field and obviously then the off the field stuff will be handled quite easily. It was tough for us to perform on the field and everyone acknowledged that you know. We underperformed as a group. We need to make sure that we focus on on our preparation and our execution, that's key to us. It's a fantastic setup. These four or five guys have created history, I mean, they've got so many championships under their belt. They've got the experience, as long as they're leading this group in that direction, whoever we get in the auction, they will set an example for those guys as well. And we should be able to compete at that top level. Also Read: How T20 is altering Test match dynamics 'Preparing well has always been our mantra' I think the expectation is pressure on if you take on either side. So it's about us. We've always felt that our preparation, if we do our work, it's like kids in a school. If we do our homework, if we prepare ourselves well, the skill set that we have, the experience we have, will take care of things on the field. So we just need to focus on that. And I love these guys to go out there and play freely and add value to this group. I think that's been our mantra for many years, is our preparation. So if you do that, I think rather than thinking of the end result, I think we will get to where we need to be. 'Coach’s job is to keep the players balanced' I think it's a little bit of a balancing act. I think at an IPL level, it's more about managing the expectations of those guys as well. I mean, they need to be freed up, they will have different roles to play within the group and allowing them to do that. And it's about bringing the new group aligned to that, you know, structure of execution, and what we ask of them as well, especially the international players. We've had some really good experience guys in the past who did that for us. So we know that part. It's quite easy. These guys are experienced. They will lead them. But at the same time, we need to have that structure so that so that we don't derail whenever we see something. That's the coach's job to, you know, get back them on track make sure that they're focused on the job in hand, that the preparation is done, they don't go too high or too low. It's a long season so you need to keep them balanced, confident, relaxed. Those are things that we will focus on behind the scene and make sure that we give them the tools that they need to go out and execute out in the middle. Also Read: Could Rishabh Pant be the next star in CSK's yellow? Suresh Raina thinks so 'Retaining these five players gives us a lot of options' Absolutely, I think that was the hardest thing as well. I think all the guys, all the five guys who returned, we had a very deep conversation with our coaches, owners and all that. It was a tough decision. But I think with the big option, we needed options. Obviously, we can take RTM into that as well. So that gives us a bit more flexibility. I mean, what we were trying to do is to cover up spots. These five guys give us a lot of options in that space, in that playing level. So it gives us a lot of flexibility then going into the auction as well. It was a tough call because we had some really good talent. But let's see, let's see how the auction goes. But that was the thinking behind it. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
01 November,2024 02:01 PM IST | Mumbai | AgenciesTensions escalated during the second session on the opening day of the IND vs NZ 3rd Test as Rohit Sharma was engaged in a heated exchange with on-field umpires at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. The atmosphere became charged when New Zealand batsmen expressed their frustration over Sarfaraz Khan's sledging from his position at forward short-leg, prompting the umpires to intervene. The incident unfolded just before the 32nd over of New Zealand's first innings. India, led by Rohit Sharma, are looking to avoid a whitewash ahead of the hotly anticipated five Tests in Australia starting later this month. The hosts made one change from their 113-run loss in Pune, with Mohammed Siraj coming in for fellow quick Jasprit Bumrah, who is unwell. In response to the escalating situation, the umpires held a discussion with Khan, likely addressing his vocal commentary from short leg. Both Sharma and Virat Kohli joined the conversation, reflecting the seriousness of the matter. Also Read: India eye a 'batter' show at Wankhede! Rohit was seen animatedly conversing with umpire Richard Illingworth, passionately advocating for the spirit of the game. pic.twitter.com/CorNNqtQPT — Drizzyat12Kennyat8 (@45kennyat7PM) November 1, 2024 The dialogue appeared to revolve around the balance between competitive banter and sportsmanship, as the players sought clarity on what constituted acceptable conduct on the field. Despite the initial tension, the exchange concluded on a lighter note, suggesting that both sides were able to move past the moment. This incident not only highlighted the competitive nature of Test cricket but also underscored the role of umpires in maintaining order during high-pressure situations. Meanwhile, with India already losing the series 2-0--marking their first home series defeat in 12 years, the IND vs NZ 3rd Test is effectively a dead rubber, though there are valuable World Test Championship (WTC) points at stake. India are currently seated at the top of the WTC table and is competing for a spot in the final at Lord's in June 2025.
01 November,2024 01:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndian captain Rohit Sharma and New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell found themselves in a heated exchange just before lunch on Day 1 of the ongoing IND vs NZ 3rd Test at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The intensity of the match escalated when Mitchell expressed his displeasure over the incessant chatter from the Indian players. The pivotal moment occurred on the fourth ball of the 26th over, as India opted to tighten their field by introducing an extra infielder, aiming to ramp up the pressure on Mitchell. The Indian team's strategic move was complemented by lively banter from behind the stumps, with contributions from Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma, and Sarfaraz Khan. This relentless commentary seemed to rattle the New Zealander, who was visibly affected by the distractions. Watch the video below. pic.twitter.com/H0G7GazjgE — Drizzyat12Kennyat8 (@45kennyat7PM) November 1, 2024 #IndvNZ Sarfaraz Khan putting pressure...Talking as Daryl Mitchell takes strike..Daryl Mitchell complains to square leg umpire about this behaviour..Rohit comes in and talks to mitchell..Things heating up.. pic.twitter.com/KJqCs8Uzta — Anurag Sinha (@anuragsinha1992) November 1, 2024 Ravindra Jadeja delivered a full ball just outside off stump, which turned away slightly as Mitchell played a solid defensive stroke, resulting in no run. However, the tension in the air was palpable, with India's aggressive fielding and vocal tactics continually testing Mitchell's composure. Also Read: How T20 is altering Test match dynamics As the IND vs NZ 3rd Test progressed, it became evident that the Indian side's strategy was not just focused on the ball but also aimed at unsettling their opponent's mental fortitude. With India already losing the series 2-0--marking their first home series defeat in 12 years--the final Test is effectively a dead rubber, though there are valuable World Test Championship (WTC) points at stake. India is currently at the top of the WTC table and is competing for a spot in the final at Lord's in June 2025.
01 November,2024 12:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
