New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Dhruv Jurel’s masterful innings on Friday highlighted why he is emerging as one of the most dangerous young batters in T20 cricket and former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar believes that the RR wicketkeeper batter hitting all parts of the ground proved that a batter like him can be contained in ‘very few areas’ in a format like T20s.The 25-year-old scored an unbeaten 81 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, leaving bowlers struggling to find a weakness. Jurel’s c…
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New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) The ‘Rivalry Week’ of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 promises a high-voltage sequence of fixtures, with some of the season’s most anticipated matchups lined up. On that note, several former Indian cricketers have shared their insights into what fans can expect at this crucial juncture of the tournament.Sanjay Bangar highlighted the emergence of young talent as a key storyline. “Rivalry Week comes at a crucial juncture in the tournament, where teams will beg…
New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Gujarat Titans edged past Delhi Capitals by one run in a thrilling Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash and former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar felt David Miller’s hesitation in the back end of the chase proved to be decisive, insisting that the responsibility was on the veteran batter and that indecision from him cost DC crucial points.With two runs needed off the last two balls, Miller refused to take an easy single on the penultimate ball off Prasidh Krishna…
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar heaped praise on Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag for his composure and decision-making in a tense finish against the Gujarat Titans on Saturday, highlighting how leadership played a defining role in their six-run win. In a match that went down to the final over at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Rajasthan’s decision to hand the ball to Tushar Deshpande proved decisive, with the pacer defending 11 runs under pressure.Bangar underlin…
New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s sensational start to Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has already turned heads, with former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar predicting a blockbuster season for the teenage sensation after Rajasthan Royals’ dominant eight-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings on Monday. Dropped for nought, Sooryavanshi raced to a 15-ball fifty – the third fastest in IPL history – with four fours and five sixes, powering RR to 74 without loss in the Powerplay. Thou…
New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Anaya Bangar, daughter of former India all-rounder and batting coach Sanjay Bangar, has expressed gratitude to her father after successfully undergoing gender-affirming surgery in Thailand.On her Instagram account, Anaya described the operation as a milestone in her journey of self-discovery and said her father’s support had been crucial in helping her through the physical and emotional challenges of the surgery and ongoing recovery in Bangkok.“This journey wasn’…
Mumbai, March 21 (IANS) With a strong squad at their disposal, working out their playing combination during the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will be a bit of a headache for the Gujarat Titans team management. The Shubman Gill-led side will have to take a major call on the chances of two key floaters in the squad, Shahrukh Khan and Rahul Tewatia, both of whom are all-rounders and can add batting muscle in the death overs.Speaking on JioHotstar’s ‘Game Plan – Know Your Team’, …
New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes Rajasthan Royals (RR) head into the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 with a more balanced squad than last year, particularly due to improvements in their bowling attack and a strengthened middle order. Bangar noted that while the franchise has undergone some significant changes in personnel, the overall structure of the team appears stronger compared to the previous season. According to him, the Royals’ fast-…
New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) New Zealand’s left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Rachin Ravindra credited his team’s meticulous planning and wealth of franchise cricket experience for their commanding nine-wicket semi-final victory over South Africa in the Men’s T20 World Cup. New Zealand’s win was set up by Finn Allen tore into the in-form South African attack by hitting ten boundaries and eight towering sixes to hit a 33-ball century – the fastest hundred ever scored in the Men’s T20 World Cu…
New Delhi, Mar 1 (IANS) As India gears up for their must-win T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s clash against the West Indies, former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has thrown his weight behind Sanju Samson’s inclusion at the top of the order, crediting the wicketkeeper-batter for bringing much-needed balance and intent to India’s batting approach.Bangar underlined the tactical advantage of having a right-hander at the top of the order. According to him, the move prevents the opposition from dic…