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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
‘Boss, what are you doing?' India legend warns England have poked 'the beast' after Gambhir's fallout with Oval curator
India's final preparations for the decisive fifth Test took a dramatic turn at The Oval as head coach Gautam Gambhir got into a heated argument with chief curator Lee Fortis near the pitch. The flashpoint came when Fortis allegedly instructed India's support staff to maintain a 2.5-metre distance from the surface. Visibly irked, Gambhir fired back with an explosive rebuke: 'You don't tell any of us what we need to do, you have no right to tell us, you are just a groundsman, nothing beyond,' he said, pointing fingers at Fortis in full public view. London: India's head coach Gautam Gambhir and support staff interact with a groundsman during a training session(PTI) The incident unfolded during India's training session on Tuesday, attended by ten players, with skipper Shubman Gill notably absent. Fortis, who has earned accolades for his multi-day pitches but is also known within county circles for being a difficult customer, stood his ground and responded curtly: 'I will have to report this.' While the players continued with their drills, the altercation left a visible cloud over the team's mood just 48 hours before the high-stakes finale. Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, however, viewed the tense exchange in a different light; he stated that the fiery exchange is likely to boost the morale in the dressing room even further. "I can draw a parallel with Sydney. When we drew the Test in Sydney, there was an uncertainty because we were back in the bubble and the Gabba Test was under scrutiny. England were comfortably ahead in the series until that last Test. Till the last day, we thought the Test series was sealed. But the way that game ended, even if it was a draw, and the conversations it triggered and the press conference... it was fiery. 'I won't go into whether Gambhir was right about asking for a substitute or how Stokes immediately shut it down... after all of this comes the video of the fight. And I am thinking, 'Boss, what are you doing? This isn't how you want to play with this Indian team',' Ashwin said on Ash Ki Baat. 'Different kettle of fish' Ravichandran Ashwin warned that England may have poked the bear with their Day 5 antics in Manchester, insisting that the Indian team thrives when cornered. From the post-match tensions to the Oval pitch spat, Ashwin suggested the fire within the squad has only been stoked further. 'When adversity is against the Indian team, somebody will rise up. When we are pushed against the wall, the Indian team becomes a different kettle of fish. It becomes a different beast. That particular thing going into the Test is a serious advantage for India. It may mean nothing if England play good cricket and India don't end up on the right side, but somehow I feel this is not the way it has to be triggered,' said Ashwin.
NDTV
3 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
"Test Matches Not Won By...": R Ashwin's Blunt Fact Check To Shubman Gill, Gautam Gambhir
Were India right to extend batting depth at the cost of bowling quality in the Manchester Test? As Indian bowlers struggled to pick quick wickets in the first innings, England went on to post a mammoth total of 669 runs on the board. Only 24 wickets fell in the entire match as India somehow managed to secure a draw. The result does keep Team India alive in the 5-match series, but the Shubman Gill-led side can no longer win the series, with England already leading 2-1. As the match concludes with a draw, questions have been raised over the team management's approach towards the game. Could India have made a stronger impression to win the game had they played more wicket-takers than all-rounders? Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin does think so. Speaking in a video on his YouTube channel Ash Ki Baat, Ashwin made some bold points. He also said that before the series, "a lot of people had hatred" for Gill and questioned his technique. "What a fabulous hundred by Shubman Gill. He has once again proved, he worked on his technique. He did not have a great match as captain, the way he brought Washington Sundar late was a huge tactical mistake, but that happens. He is a young captain and will only learn by making mistakes, and I hope he learns faster," he said. "Gill kept all things aside and came out as a batter and played a leader's knock. It was truly a leader's emergence knock. He scored in Birmingham, got a big score when India were 0-1. He scored at Headingley as well. We lost at Lord's and a lot of people had raised questions about his batting. When everything was down, he walked out to the middle, complete control, and batted beautifully. Yes, he got a couple of reprieves, but I thought he was fabulous," added Ashwin on Gill's efforts with the bat. Gill has had an absolute blockbuster series, despite four failures. His other four innings have been centuries, with one being a knock of 269 at Birmingham. He has scored 722 runs so far at an average of 90.25. While there were a few positive from a personal standpoint, Ashwin said that during the course of the series, India were tactically "pretty ordinary", and they have to make the call to play an extra specialist bowler. "Improve now, and please make that call. You can still lose after that decision, but make that decision because Test matches are not won by batting depth; they are drawn by batting depth. Test matches are won by having bowlers who have the knack for taking wickets," Ashwin advised Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
'Shame On Those Who Trigger': Ashwin Reacts To Fake Quote On India-Pakistan Match
Ravichandran Ashwin addresses fake quote controversy about India-Pakistan matches, urging fans to verify information and avoid spreading misinformation. Veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has hit out at a fake social media post attributing a controversial quote to him about India-Pakistan matches. The 38-year-old, who is known for his candid cricketing views through his YouTube channel and show Ash Ki Baat, was falsely linked to comments regarding two high-profile fixtures between the arch-rivals. The viral post claimed Ashwin criticised the recently cancelled India vs Pakistan match in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) while alleging that the upcoming Asia Cup game was allowed due to financial motives. The quote falsely attributed to Ashwin read, 'The amount of money decided the level of patriotism." Ashwin wasted no time in issuing a strong rebuttal. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he wrote, 'Don't associate me with this fake news. Shame on those who trigger all this." The India vs Pakistan fixture in the WCL, which was scheduled for July 20, was cancelled after drawing criticism and disappointment from fans. The organisers later issued a public apology, acknowledging the hurt caused by the match. Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan had decided to withdraw from the game after the criticism picked up steam, with Suresh Raina also publicly expressing his views on the matter. Despite the WCL controversy, the Asia Cup remains unaffected, with India and Pakistan drawn in the same group for the tournament, which will be held in the UAE from September 9 to 28. The marquee clash has generated huge anticipation but also equal criticism of people calling out the 'hypocrisy' of players and administrators who had called for cutting all cricketing relations with Pakistan after the Pahalgam attack. Ashwin's quick response highlights the growing challenge of misinformation in sports, especially involving high-profile athletes and politically sensitive fixtures like India vs Pakistan. With millions of fans closely following these contests, fake quotes often spread rapidly, leading to unnecessary controversies. The veteran spinner, who has represented India in 98 Tests and 116 ODIs, emphasised that he had made no comments about the fixtures and urged fans to verify information before believing or sharing such posts. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
‘Shame on those who spread this': Ashwin dismisses 'fake news' on India vs Pakistan
India is set to play against Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup in September (Image via IANS) Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has hit out strongly against a fake quote attributed to him on social media. The 38-year-old, known for his outspoken views on cricketing matters via his YouTube channel and show Ash Ki Baat, was falsely linked to a controversial statement regarding the India vs Pakistan fixtures in two separate tournaments. A viral post claimed that Ashwin said the India vs Pakistan match in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) was cancelled due to lack of financial interest, while the same fixture in the upcoming Asia Cup remained on because of the money involved. The fake post went on to quote Ashwin as saying, 'The amount of money decided the level of patriotism.' Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Ashwin was quick to shut down the false claim, posting a sharp rebuttal on X, as he wrote, 'Don't associate me with this fake news. Shame on those who trigger all this.' The India-Pakistan match in the World Championship of Legends was officially called off on July 20. The organisers later issued a public apology, acknowledging the hurt caused to fans and former Indian players. Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan had withdrawn from the game, followed by Suresh Raina also acknowledging the same. R Ashwin on X (Screengrab) Several former cricketers and figures have been vocal about the same and shared contrasting views and opinions on the game not taking place. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Meanwhile, the Asia Cup is scheduled to take place in the UAE from September 9 to 28. India and Pakistan have been drawn in the same group, raising the prospect of multiple high-stakes contests between the arch-rivals. Poll Do you think financial interests influence sports events like India vs Pakistan matches? Definitely, money plays a big role No, it's purely based on sportsmanship Ashwin's firm response comes amid growing concerns over the spread of misinformation involving public figures and sensitive topics in cricket. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
‘He should have asked his bowlers to bowl underarm like Greg Chappell': Ashwin takes a dig at Ben Stokes' draw offer and sledging Jadeja
The final day of the fourth Test between India and England in Manchester saw its share of controversies as England captain Ben Stokes showed frustration over Indian batsmen Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar refusing a handshake and draw offer with one hour remaining. While Jadeja and Sundar stitched an unbroken 202-run fifth-wicket partnership to end England's hopes of victory, Stokes targeted them verbally, asking Jadeja: 'You want to get a Test hundred against Harry Brook?' With Stokes opting to bowl part-timers Harry Brook and Joe Root in the mandatory last hour, former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin sarcastically suggested Stokes should have gone further. 'I am actually disappointed. He (Ben Stokes) should have asked his bowlers to bowl underarm like Greg Chappell. It would have looked nice. Please don't talk about the spirit of cricket, sportsmanship. This is ridiculous,' Ashwin said on his YouTube channel Ash Ki Baat. 'What is the rule? If both captains believe the game cannot head towards a result, they can agree to a draw. One captain wanted to close it out. Why? First, he didn't want to tire his bowlers. Second, 'I am frustrated. You should also not be happy.' The second point isn't in the rules. According to the first point, India was right. If I were captain, I would have played all 15 overs.' While Stokes cited protecting his frontline bowlers from fatigue and injury, the incident drew reactions from across the cricketing world, including Indian coach Gautam Gambhir, who defended India's right to bat. At the start of the final hour, Jadeja was on 89 and Sundar on 80. Both went on to complete centuries—Sundar's maiden Test hundred and Jadeja's fifth. Ashwin called Stokes' behavior 'double standards.' 'Double standards. They defined it in the last ten minutes today. You're frustrated you can't win, so you fight with your players, punch the ball, do whatever. But by offering a handshake, you're saying, 'I'm frustrated, so you also don't get a hundred. You also go crying.' How is this fair? He's battled since morning against Archer, Hoggard, Gough, Flintoff. Should he leave his century? Your question was, 'Do you want a century against Harry Brook?' No, he wants a century. Bring Steve Harmison, bring Flintoff! They wouldn't say no. You're bowling Harry Brook—that's your mistake, not ours.' Stokes exchanged words with Jadeja, while England openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett also sledged the Indian pair. Crawley was heard telling Sundar: 'F***ing hell Washi, get on with it,' with Jofra Archer adding: 'If you wanted a hundred, you should have batted like it earlier.' Sundar reached his maiden Test ton before the teams agreed to a draw after five overs. Ashwin mocked Crawley's comments, declaring the result an 'Indian win': 'Zak Crawley told him, 'If you wanted 100, you should have batted quicker.' That's his choice. You want quick runs and get out at 70? That's your game. Zak Crawley or Ben Stokes, if you were batting, would you leave your hundred for the 'spirit of the game'? I feel like laughing. It's crazy. That's why I say this isn't a draw, it's an Indian win.'
