New Delhi, July 28 (IANS) Former India cricketer Suresh Raina reflected on the discipline and preparation that transformed India’s fielding standards during his playing days, explaining how a culture built around relentless practice helped produce one of the country’s finest fielding units. Speaking about the methods adopted during his early years, the influence of senior players, and a memorable on-field collision in Australia, Raina offered insight into the work ethic, role models, and lessons…
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New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Former India batter Suresh Raina touched upon the importance of ODI skipper Shubman Gill having veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s experience by his side in the 2027 World Cup, saying, “The presence of experience from the two veterans can make all the difference.” Kohli and Rohit, who have retired from T20I and Test cricket, remain exclusively active in ODIs. During the 2019 ODI World Cup, Rohit was the top scorer with 648 runs in nine games at an average of 81.00 …
New Chandigarh, May 27 (IANS) Wearing the Orange Cap after a breathtaking 28-ball 97 in a high-pressure Eliminator, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi said he consciously shut out the pressure of the occasion and backed his natural game as Rajasthan Royals piled up 243 for 8 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in New Chandigarh on Wednesday.“Yes, I had that in my mind,” Sooryavanshi said when asked if the occasion crossed his mind while batting. “My coaches told me to play fre…
New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) Gujarat Titans (GT) look capable of winning IPL 2026 under Shubman Gill’s leadership, said former India leg-spinner Piyush Chawla, while praising his authority and clarity in guiding the side to the playoffs. GT, the IPL 2022 winners, entered the playoffs as the second-best team on the points table with 18 points and will take on defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Qualifier 1 at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala – the winner will seal their ticket t…
New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Former India batter Suresh Raina has said Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi should have been given a chance in the Test squad for the one-off match against Afghanistan, though he also felt captain Shubman Gill’s inputs could have shaped the final look of the bowling attack.With Harshit Rana and Akash Deep ruled out due to varied injuries and ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah rested, Nabi – one of the standout performers of the Ranji Trophy season, where he led Jammu and Kashmi…
New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Former India all-rounder Suresh Raina believes Chennai Super Kings may have found a long-term answer for their crucial number four position in young Kartik Sharma, drawing comparisons with former CSK mainstay S. Badrinath after the youngster’s impressive run in IPL 2026.Raina compared Kartik’s temperament and role clarity to Badrinath, who was regarded as one of CSK’s most dependable middle-order batters during the franchise’s early years, stating that Kartik has…
New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Former India cricketer Suresh Raina believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are strong favourites to defend their Indian Premier League (IPL) title this season, citing their balanced performances and clarity in roles across departments.“I feel RCB can defend their title. The way they are playing, and how their bowling unit is operating, with Captain Rajat Patidar leading from the front, has been impressive,” Raina said.Raina emphasised that RCB’s strength lies no…
New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has showered praise on Shreyas Iyer, calling him a fearless leader who has consistently brought a fresh and aggressive style of cricket to every team he has represented in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Raina said that one of Iyer’s biggest strengths is his ability to adapt quickly and create a strong identity for his side, no matter which franchise he plays for.“Wherever he has gone, whichever franchise he has played for, he has …
New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Rohit Sharma’s wife Ritika Sajdeh penned down a heartfelt message on his birthday as the Indian star turned 39, with wishes pouring in from fans, teammates, and well-wishers across the world.Sharing an emotional note on Instagram, Ritika wrote, “Happy happy birthday, my Ro. I’ve spent every year saying you’re my best friend, my soulmate, and the best part of us, and this year is no different. To many more lifetimes of everything we have in this one and more.”…
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Former India and Chennai Super Kings batter Suresh Raina believes Sanju Samson’s match-winning century against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 has effectively removed the burden of expectation from the shoulders of the wicketkeeper-batter and silenced his critics. Samson’s unbeaten 115 off 56 balls, laced with 15 fours and four sixes at a strike rate of 205.36, is also the first hundred of the IPL 2026 season, and comes after a lean run in first three games.”The monkey …