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Australia racism row: Virat Kohli, R. Ashwin react after Sydney Test controversy

Published on Jan 10, 2021 14:28 IST

Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin sought strict action against offenders (Agencies)

‘Rewind & play moment’: Ravindra Jadeja on Steve Smith’s run-out | Ind Vs Aus

<p>India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja hogged the limelight on Friday not for his four wickets, but for his brilliant effort on the field to run out Australia batsman Steve Smith at the Sydney Cricket Ground. With Smith looking good after registering his 27th Test century, the run out ended Australia's first innings on 338. Jadeja enjoyed his rocket-arm throw and said it was one of his best efforts. The all-rounder also termed Smith's dismissal as his favourite run-out. “I will rewind and play this run-out as this is one of my best efforts. A direct hit from outside the 30-yard circle. This my favourite and best run-out. Three or four-wicket hauls are fine but this run-out will stay with me,” Jadeja told the media during the virtual press conference at the end of the second day's action at the SCG. Watch the full video for more details. </p>

Updated on Jan 8, 2021 15:52 IST

‘I’m absolutely fine’: Sourav Ganguly walks out of Kolkata hospital | Watch

<p>BCCI president Sourav Ganguly was discharged from the hospital on Thursday morning. The former India captain was discharged from Kolkata's Woodlands hospital five days after suffering a 'mild heart attack'. Ganguly, who had to undergo a stent insertion, was declared clinically fit by doctors. Soon, the 48-year-old cricket icon boarded his private vehicle to return home. Ganguly was rushed to hospital on Saturday after he complained of chest discomfort during a workout session at his home gymnasium.</p>

Updated on Jan 7, 2021 08:04 IST

‘Not annoyed but…’: Ajinkya Rahane on quarantine protocols ahead of Sydney Test

<p>India stand-in skipper Ajinkya Rahane opened up on the ongoing 'quarantine controversy'. Rahane said that the Indian team is not at all annoyed with the bio-secure protocols. He, however, conceded that it was 'challenging' to be confined when life outside their five-star facility in Sydney seems to be 'normal'. Rahane added that the team's focus is on the third test at the Sydney cricket ground starting Thursday. The stand-in captain was speaking at the pre-match virtual press conference. The India vs Australia border-Gavaskar trophy is levelled at 1-1. India, meanwhile, announced their playing XI for the Sydney test. Rohit Sharma, who is also the vice-captain, returned to the XI replacing Mayank Agarwal. Navdeep Saini will make his test debut replacing the injured Umesh Yadav.</p>

Updated on Jan 6, 2021 13:34 IST

‘Sourav Ganguly doing well, wished to stay back another day’: Kolkata hospital

<p>BCCI president Sourav Ganguly is likely to be discharged from Kolkata hospital on January 7. The former India skipper was supposed to be discharged on Wednesday morning. Fans had gathered outside the hospital with placards wishing Ganguly, amid tight security. Ganguly, however, told the doctors that he wished to stay back for another day. The former India cricket team captain was rushed to the hospital last Saturday after he complained of chest pain and dizziness. Ganguly underwent angioplasty after three blockages were detected in his coronary artery. Doctors have advised the 48-year-old to undergo two more angioplasty after 2-3 weeks.</p>

Updated on Jan 6, 2021 10:57 IST

‘Sourav Ganguly to be discharged on Jan 6, will be monitored at home’: Hospital

<p>Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly will be discharged on Wednesday and be monitored at home on a daily basis thereafter, said Dr. Rupali Basu MD and CEO of Woodlands Hospital on Tuesday. The 48-year-old Ganguly will be ready for the next course of procedures or medical intervention after about 2-3 weeks, Dr. Rupali Basu added while informing the reporters about the health of the former India skipper. Ganguly was rushed to the hospital after he complained of chest pain while working out at his home gym. The former India cricketer underwent angioplasty after three blockages were detected in his coronary artery.</p>

Updated on Jan 5, 2021 13:53 IST

Watch: Sourav Ganguly’s brother reveals his condition; doctors’ meet on Jan 4

<p>Sourav Ganguly's brother commented on his medical condition, a day after he was hospitalised due to a reportedly mild heart attack. The President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) underwent an angioplasty at Kolkata's Woodlands hospital. The former India captain's brother said that his condition is stable. The medical board will meet on January 4 to discuss further treatment plans. Watch the full video for more.</p>

Updated on Jan 3, 2021 17:34 IST

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly stable after coronary angiography

<p>Former Indian Cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly underwent coronary angiography after a 'mild' heart attack and is stable now. He was diagnosed with three blocked coronary arteries on Saturday. Authorities at the hospital said there is a history of heart disease in Ganguly's family. Dr Rupali Basu, MD and CEO, Woodlands, said that angiography was done followed by angioplasty. She informed that Ganguly was working out at the gym in his home when he felt unwell and dizzy. Basu added that a team of seven doctors are looking after Ganguly. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also rushed to the hospital to visit Ganguly. Watch the full video for more details.</p>

Updated on Jan 3, 2021 06:58 IST

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly hospitalised after complaining of chest pain

<p>Former India captain Sourav Ganguly, who also heads the country's cricket board (BCCI), was admitted to a hospital in Kolkata on Saturday after complaining of chest pain. The Woodlands Hospital said in a statement that Ganguly complained of chest discomfort while doing a treadmill at his home gym. Ganguly, 48, was stable and was undergoing angioplasty, the statement added. “Sad to hear that @SGanguly99 suffered a mild cardiac arrest and has been admitted to hospital,” Mamata Banerjee, the chief minister of West Bengal, said on Twitter. Watch the full video for more details. </p>

Updated on Jan 2, 2021 13:01 IST

What the pandemic year taught us about sports | Watch

<p>Sports journalist Sharda Ugra and HT sports editor Rudraneil Sengupta talk about the strange experience of sporting disruptions through the pandemic.</p>

Updated on Jan 1, 2021 06:11 IST

‘Aim to represent India in Olympics’: 13-year-old Amairah Chadha

<p>Amairah Chadha, the 13-year-old Equestrian, recently won two bronze medals at the Junior National Equestrian Championship held in Delhi in December 2020. Chadha speaks to Hindustan Times about her experience in the sport and the tournaments she is eyeing. The 13-year-old opens up about her inspiration in the sport and her recent meeting with Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju. Watch the full video for more details.</p>

Updated on Jan 1, 2021 02:04 IST

Rohit Sharma’s daughter Samaira turns 2, mom Ritika shares adorable post | Watch

<p>Cricketer Rohit Sharma's daughter Samaira turned 2 on December 30, 2020. Rohit's wife Ritika Sajdeh took to Instagram and shared pictures of their daughter. The India cricketer too posted pictures of his daughter and wished the birthday girl. Rohit extended the birthday greetings to Samaira from Australia. He missed the first two Tests in Australia but will be available for the remaining two matches. Rohit joined the Indian squad on Wednesday in Melbourne after completing his quarantine. India won the second Test in Melbourne by 8 wickets to level the series 1-1. India had lost the first inside three days in Adelaide by 8 wickets. The third match of the series will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground.</p>

Published on Dec 30, 2020 15:24 IST

Watch Shikhar Dhawan’s hilarious moves to Shehnaaz Gill’s ‘Tuada Kutta Tommy’

<p>Cricketer Shikhar Dhawan and his two dogs performed to Shehnaaz Gill's popular dialogues. The dialogues have been turned into an earworm of a rap by Yashraj Mukhate. Yashraj rose to fame with his Rasode Mein Kaun Tha and Biggini Shoot rap. The India cricketer can be seen dancing as his dogs jumped up all around him in the video. A happy Shehnaaz shared the video on her timeline, liberally covering it with emojis. The dialogues, which the Punjabi singer said in heat of the moment, are from Bigg Boss 13. Yashraj has added dhol beats to the video and a Shah Rukh Khan's scene from Mohabbatein. Earlier, Raveena Tandon and her daughter Rasha had also performed to the rap.</p>

Updated on Dec 30, 2020 10:35 IST

Captain Rahane Vs captain Kohli: Ravi Shastri explains difference

<p>Indian cricket team's head coach Ravi Shastri has said that the knock played by Ajinkya Rahane in the 1st innings of the 2nd test was the turning point of the match. Shastri said that Rahane showed great character in his innings that lasted around 6 hours. 'When Rahane went out to bat, we were 2 down for 60, and then to bat six hours. It was also the toughest day to bat, because it was overcast all day and he batted with unbelievable concentration,' Shastri said. He also spoke on the difference in captaincy styles of Virat Kohl;I and Ajinkya Rahane. Shastri said that while Kohli is very passionate, Rahane is calm and composed and that has a calming influence on the team and the youngsters. Shastri was speaking after India beat Australia by 8 wickets in the 2nd test in Melbourne to level the test series. Watch the full video for all the details.</p>

Updated on Dec 29, 2020 12:54 IST

India Vs Australia: Head coach Ravi Shastri lauds debutants Gill & Siraj

<p>Indian cricket team's head coach Ravi Shastri lauded the performance of debutants Mohammad Siraj and Shubman Gill in the 2nd test in Melbourne. Shastri said that the victory in the 2nd test will go down as one of the best comebacks in the history of world cricket. Shastri said that both the debutants showed immense character and maturity in the middle. India beat Australia by 8 wickets in the 2nd test to level the test series. Watch the full video for all the details.</p>

Updated on Dec 29, 2020 11:08 IST

Captain Rahane stars as India beat Australia to level series; Kohli responds

<p>India scripted a famous victory in the Melbourne test to level the series 1-1. Captain Ajinkya Rahane, who is filling in for Virat Kohli, led from the front to take the team to a 8 wicket victory. Rahane scored his 12th test century to put India in front. The Indian bowlers dominated proceedings for most part of the test restricting the hosts to scores of 195 and 200 in their two innings. The seam bowlers led by Jasprit Bumrah and the spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin & Ravindra Jadeja spun a web around the Australian batting line up. India had to chase 70 runs in their second innings to win the 2nd test. Debutants Shubman Gill and Mohammad Siraj also impressed with their performances in the match. This victory comes after a batting collapse led to India scoring their lowest ever total in the first test at Adelaide. Virat Kohli & Sachin Tendulkar were among the first to congratulate the team on the victory. Watch the full video for all the details.</p>

Updated on Dec 29, 2020 06:35 IST

Watch: Shikhar Dhawan on India’s chances against Australia in Test series

<p>Shikhar Dhawan commented on India's chances in the Test series against Australia. Dhawan spoke in the aftermath of India's lowest-ever test total of 36 runs. India's batting order collapsed in Adelaide Test as Australia took 1-0 lead. Ajinkya Rahane has led India's comeback in 2nd test with an impressive ton. “India have done so well in the second Test even in the absence of Virat Kohli. I'm very confident that India will (win the series). They are doing so well and giving such a strong message with their bowling and batting. It shows that our bench-strength is also prepared to take on any side,” said Dhawan. Watch the full video for more.</p>

Updated on Dec 29, 2020 03:14 IST

Ind Vs Aus Test series: Ajinkya Rahane on Virat Kohli’s absence, match strategy

<p>India's stand-in captain Ajinkya Rahane on Friday said he would rather focus on his team than worrying about Australia's “mind games” ahead of the 'Boxing Day' Test starting here on Saturday. “Australians are very good at playing mind games and I will let them do that. We are focussing on ourselves, what we want to do as a unit and we are going to back our every individuals,” Rahane said on the eve of the match. “It is a proud moment for me leading India, obviously it is a great opportunity, responsibility as well but I don't want to take any pressure,” said the dependable middle-order batsman. “I think what I want to do is back my team. So focus is not on me, it is all about team and how we want to do well as a team. We are focussing on that.”Even skipper Kohli, before leaving for India for the birth of his child, urged Rahane to be himself and play fearless cricket. Watch the full video for more details. </p>

Updated on Dec 25, 2020 18:51 IST

IPL 2022 to be played among 10 teams: BCCI decides during 89th AGM

<p>The BCCI's governing body on Thursday ratified the entry of two new franchises in the IPL to make it a 10-team affair from 2022 and also decided to back the ICC's push for cricket's inclusion in the 2028 Olympics, during its Annual General Meeting (AGM) here. In another major development, the Board, in principle, decided to back the ICC's bid for inclusion of cricket, in the T20 format, in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics “after getting some clarifications from the International Olympic Committee”. It was decided that all first-class players, both men and women, will be suitably compensated for the curtailed domestic season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the full video for more details.</p>

Updated on Dec 24, 2020 13:43 IST

Explained: Problem areas for Indian team ahead of 2nd Test against Australia

<p>After a batting collapse in the 2nd innings of the first test led to a humiliating defeat for the Indian team, now the Indian team is gearing up to redeem itself in the 2nd Test in Melbourne. With the pitch likely to be slightly more batting friendly, the Indian team under stand-in captain Ajinkya Rahane will be looking to make a comeback in the 4 match test series. However, with the likes of Virat Kohli and Mohammad Shami missing in action, the Indian team faces a stiff challenge down under. India also needs to fix many problems in the batting department starting from the opening combination to a replacement for Virat Kohli in the middle order. So what are the areas that the Indian team needs to pay special attention to and what is the likely playing eleven for the visitors at Melbourne. Watch this full video to find out.</p>

Updated on Dec 23, 2020 12:18 IST

Watch: Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal ties knot with choreographer Dhanashree Verma

<p>Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and choreographer Dhanashree Verma tied the knot on Tuesday. The couple married in a Hindu ceremony at the Karma Lake resort in Gurugram. Pictures of the newlyweds surfaced on the internet soon after their wedding rituals. Earlier in August, Yuzvendra had shared pictures from their roka ceremony. The duo had posed for a few pictures and were seen along with their family members.</p>

Updated on Dec 23, 2020 09:27 IST

The many conflicts of president Ganguly

<p>Sharda Ugra and HT Sports Editor Rudraneil Sengupta explore the tangled conflicts of interest afflicting Indian cricket.</p>

Updated on Dec 23, 2020 07:07 IST

India wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel announces retirement from all forms of cricket

<p>Wicketkeeper-batsman Parthiv Patel has announced retirement from all forms of cricket. 35-year-old Patel informed about his retirement through a tweet. The former India cricketer made his international debut at the age of 17. Patel made his debut for India during the 2002 tour of England. He played 25 Tests, 39 ODIs and two T20Is, scoring 934, 736 and 36 respectively. The left-hander's last match for India was in January of 2018 when he had turned up for a Test match against South Africa in Johannesburg. The 35-year-old remains the youngest wicketkeeper to play Test cricket.</p>

Published on Dec 9, 2020 09:31 IST

In Conversation with Manchester United legend Denis Irwin

<p>Manchester United legend Denis Irwin will be speaking to fans from India as part of #ILOVEUNITED campaign this weekend when United take on derby rivals Manchester City. Ahead of the exciting fixture, he speaks to Hindustan Times in an exclusive interview.</p>

Updated on Dec 9, 2020 02:37 IST

Wade, Swepson star as Australia beat India by 12 runs in 3rd T20I

<p>Australia pulled off a 12 run victory against India in the last T20 International at Sydney. Matthew Wade top scored for the hosts with an innings of 80 runs in 53 deliveries. Glenn Maxwell also scored a quick-fire 54 runs to take the home team to 186 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their quota of 20 overs. Spinner Washington Sundar picked up 2 wickets for the visitors while pacers Natarajan and Shardul Thakur picked up a wicket each. Chasing 187 for victory, India lost in-form opener KL Rahul in the very first over. While captain Kohli scored 85 runs, India fell short of the target by 12 runs. Watch the full video for all the details.</p>

Updated on Dec 8, 2020 14:32 IST

Watch: Suresh Raina Cricket Academy holds trials in Jammu; lauds Abdul Samad

<p>Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina's cricket academy held trials for senior age group players in Jammu. Raina said that facilities need to improve at this level and a lot of work needs to be done. Raina was also all praise for Abdul Samad who played in the IPL this season. Raina added that Samad will also inspire many other players in the region. Watch the full video for all the details.</p>

Updated on Dec 8, 2020 12:39 IST

‘Athletes have right to know what they are being tested for’: Payoshini Mitra

<p>Payoshini Mitra, a researcher and an athlete's rights activist, was involved in the Human Rights Watch report titled 'They're Chasing Us Away From Sport', which was released on December 4. It is a painful recounting of the wrecked lives of women athletes delivers a harder kick in the gut. In this interview to Sharda Ugra, Mitra talks about the stance of sports bodies, the gender and human rights of the athletes as well as the current state of affairs regarding the gender debate in sport. </p>

Updated on Dec 6, 2020 18:47 IST

Ind vs Aus T20I: Pandya, Dhawan shine in 2nd match as visitors win series 2-0

<p>India sealed the T20 International series against Australia with a game to spare after a swashbuckling Hardik Pandya finished what Shikhar Dhawan had set out to achieve with a scintillating 36-ball 52 in the second and penultimate match here on Sunday.The visitors thus avenged their 1-2 ODI series loss, chasing down a challenging 195-run target in 19.4 overs with six wickets in hand. India won the opener in Canberra by 11 runs on Friday. This was India's 10th successive win away from home in T20 Internationals. Watch the full video for more details. </p>

Updated on Dec 6, 2020 14:12 IST

India Vs Aus 1st T20: KL Rahul, Natarajan & Chahal lead visitors to 11 run win

<p>A spirited all-round performance from India saw them register a comprehensive 11-run win over Australia in the first T20I here at the Manuka Oval on Friday. The 1-0 lead in the three-match series is just how the visitors would have wanted to start after losing the ODI series 2-1. Chahal took the field in the second innings after all-rounder Jadeja was hit on the helmet in the last over of the India innings and the BCCI medical team decided to assess the player before allowing him to get on with proceedings. Chahal was brilliantly supported by Natarajan as the former changed the momentum of the game despite not being named in the initial playing XI. Watch the full video for more details.</p>

Published on Dec 4, 2020 16:51 IST

How Covid can help younger sportspersons: Andre Agassi, Steffi Graf at #HTLS2020

<p>Tennis stars-turned-philanthropists Stefanie Graf and Andre Agassi featured in Week 3 of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2020. They commented on how the Covid-19 pandemic might impact professional sports by hindering the training of not just elite athletes, but also budding sportspersons. Agassi believes that the pandemic and the consequent lockdown might aid younger sportspersons who would be able to push their bodies more than their older counterparts. Graf spoke on how the lockdown and halting of physical activities might impact children. Watch the full video for more.</p>

Updated on Dec 3, 2020 15:17 IST

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