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Retirement benefit: Timely departure of big guns gives space to groom players for 2026 WC
Finding replacements for these three match-winners in the playing eleven is bound to take time. But the transition phase will start as early as next week when a second-string Indian team faces Zimbabwe in five T20Is from July 6. Hardik Pandya, who has been rested from the series, is expected to succeed Rohit as the T20I skipper and will be tracking the progress of the fringe players during his well-deserved break.
It's going to take time to bridge the gap: BCCI Prez on India's T20 team without Rohit, Virat
BCCI President Roger Binny anticipates it will take two to three years for India's T20 team to recover from the retirements of stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Their departure follows India's victory over South Africa in the T20 World Cup, ending an 11-year ICC trophy drought. Despite abundant talent in the IPL, Binny emphasizes the significant gap their absence will create in the national team.
India clinches T20 World Cup victory as Dravid era ends, BCCI eyes Gambhir as next coach; Here's what Roger Binny said
India secured the T20 World Cup under Rohit Sharma's leadership, marking the conclusion of Rahul Dravid's coaching tenure. Amid celebrations, BCCI President Roger Binny endorsed Gautam Gambhir as a potential coach, emphasizing the need for experience across all cricket formats. Following the retirements of key players Sharma and Kohli, Binny expressed confidence in nurturing young talents. Dravid's legacy includes notable team advancements, ending India's 11-year ICC title drought with strategic gameplay.
T20 World Cup: Kapil Dev advices team India to play as team, not individuals
India's World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev emphasised the importance of collective performance over individual brilliance for Rohit Sharma's team to end their trophy drought in the T20 World Cup. Kapil highlighted the need for every player to contribute, recalling his 1983 team's success through teamwork. He wished India luck for their semifinal against England and praised the current players for their dedication and skill, particularly lauding star performer Bumrah. Kapil expressed pride in India's status as title contenders and commended the team's progress in international cricket.
Former Australian skipper's jibe at Ben Stokes: 'I love watching England lose to India's B team'
Simon Katich compared the current Indian Test team playing against England to a B team with key players like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Mohammed Shami not being part of the team. But he Ben Stokes for handling a young spin attack in challenging conditions. Former Australian skipper agreed with Katich.
Kolkata Police issues notice to BCCI seeking information on ticket sales for India vs. South Africa WC match
"A notice was sent to the BCCI president, asking him to provide relevant documents and information regarding the sale of tickets either personally or through any competent person of his organisation to the investigating officer of Maidan PS during working hours on Tuesday," the officer revealed.
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PM Modi to lay foundation stone of cricket stadium in Varanasi on Saturday
According to the statement issued by the state government, cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar, and Ravi Shastri among others are likely to attend the ceremony. The "essence of Kashi" will be visible in the design of the stadium which features crescent-shaped roof covers, floodlights shaped like a trident, patterns resembling bel leaves, and one of the structures shaped like a 'damru', a musical instrument associated with Lord Shiva.
BCCI announces SBI Life as official partner for BCCI Domestic, International season 2023-26
SBI Life has signed a 3-year deal with the BCCI and their partnership will begin with the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, starting September 22. Skipper Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli have been rested for the first two ODI clashes against Australia and KL Rahul will lead the 'Men in Blue' against a strong visiting side.
Pakistan treated us well, went out of the way to make us comfortable: BCCI Prez Binny
BCCI President Roger Binny and Vice President Rajeev Shukla have praised the warm hospitality they received during their visit to Pakistan. The two BCCI officials were invited by the Pakistan Cricket Board to watch the Asia Cup matches. They expressed hope for the resumption of bilateral cricket between India and Pakistan, with the World Cup coming up.
This is purely cricketing invitation and shouldn't be mixed with politics: BCCI VP Shukla on Pakistan visit
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) sent two senior officials, president Roger Binny and vice-president Rajeev Shukla, to Pakistan for the Asia Cup. This is the first time in 17 years that BCCI officials have visited Pakistan. The BCCI had initially refused to send the Indian cricket team to Pakistan for the Asia Cup, leading to a 'Hybrid Model' arrangement.
"Visit to Pakistan purely for Cricket": BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla
The President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Roger Binny, and Vice-President Rajeev Shukla have arrived in Pakistan for the Asia Cup 2023. They are attending the event after an invitation from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Binny and Shukla clarified that their visit is purely for cricket and not political reasons. The tournament is being held in Pakistan and Sri Lanka from August 30 to September 17. The Indian team did not tour Pakistan for the tournament, and future tours will be decided based on government advice.
Under Jay Shah’s watch, Indian cricket has consolidated its position as the sport’s biggest power
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has consolidated its position as the richest cricket administrator with FY21 revenue amounting to Rs 7,606 crore. The board paid Rs 1,159 crore in tax during this period. This fiscal performance was achieved under the leadership of former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly, who took over as president, and Jay Shah, the home minister's son, who became secretary.
India may reschedule more World Cup matches apart from clash with Pakistan
World Cup 2023: The BCCI's Jay Shah confirmed that the schedule for the 2023 ICC Men's ODI World Cup might be tweaked to account for logistical issues at the request of multiple state cricket boards. However, it is unknown if India versus Pakistan will still take place on its original date of October 15, as it coincides with the first day of Navaratri celebrations.
Jasprit Bumrah is fully fit and might go to Ireland, says Jay Shah
"There will be consistency in selections apart from Ireland tour," Shah added, making it clear that save Bumrah, who will be making a comeback, none of the World Cup bound senior players, including T20 captain Hardik Pandya will be selected for the three-match series which starts within six days of completion of the five T20Is against West Indies in the United States.
World Cup 2023: India vs Pakistan clash may get a new date
The India-Pakistan match, which was scheduled to be played on October 15, 2023, in Ahmedabad, may be moved to October 14 instead due to security concerns regarding the first day of the Navaratri celebrations. The tournament is part of the ICC World Cup lineup and will be held from October 5 to November 4, 2023, across 10 venues in India. The BCCI has called a meeting with all state associations hosting the World Cup to discuss preparations, including the possible date change for the India-Pakistan match.
Ethics Officer dismisses 'Conflict of Interest' complaint against BCCI president Roger Binny
The complainant Sanjeev Gupta alleged that in 1983 World Cup hero's daughter-in-law Mayanti Langer Binny working for Star Sports as an anchor amounts to having a contract with the BCCI and thus is a Conflict of Interest.
BCCI review: Yo-Yo test returns, Dexa also added to selection criteria for Indian team
The Yo-Yo fitness test was on Sunday reintroduced in the eligibility criteria for selection in the Indian cricket team following the high-profile review meeting of the BCCI here.
BCCI serves conflict of interest notice to its president Roger Binny
The complainant, Sanjeev Gupta, has alleged that Binny is conflicted as his daughter-in-law works for Star Sports which has home season media rights for Indian cricket. "You are hereby informed that a complaint has been received under Rule 39(2)(b) of the Rules and Regulations of BCCI by the Ethics Officer, BCCI for breach of Rule 38 (1) (i) and Rule 38(2) of the said rules, constituting an instance of "conflict of interest" on your part.
BCCI nominee likely to head ICC's finance and commercial affairs committee
While BCCI hadn't yet made it official, secretary Jay Shah looks likely to be Indian representative at the decision making ICC board unless he decides to send Roger Binny there and remain a part of the Chief Executives Committee. The F&CA committee is the most important of all the subsidiary committees of ICC and for some years, BCCI representatives weren't a part of it till former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly became its member.
BCCI bats for gender equity, announces equal pay for men and women
The governing body for cricket in India Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday announced that male and female cricket players will be paid an equal match fee as it seeks to to promote gender equality in the country's most popular sport. As per the newly introduced system, the Indian women's cricketers will now receive Rs 15 lakh per Test, Rs 6 lakh per ODI, and Rs 3 lakh per T20I, the same as their male counterparts.
Roger Binny: a cricketer, a gentleman and 'Ajaatshatru'
While in terms of pure cricketing achievements, his immediate predecessor Sourav Ganguly would be miles ahead but if looked in isolation, the reticent man from Bengaluru isn't short of pedigree and could be quietly assertive as and when he wants to.
Roger Binny elected BCCI president, takes over from Sourav Ganguly
Binny, 67, was elected unopposed at its AGM (Annual general Meeting) here alongside Jay Shah, who was re-elected as the secretary for a second successive term.
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