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5 days ago
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Rohit Sharma reveals how his father reacted to sudden Test retirement: 'He was a little disappointed…'
Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from Test cricket on 7 May, more than a month before the five-match Test series in England was to get underway. And at an event in Mumbai, the 'Hitman' revealed that his father, like many of his fans, was left disappointed by his decision. read more India skipper Rohit Sharma's last Test appearance was against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in December. AP Modern-day batting great Rohit Sharma has finally spoken on Test cricket since retiring from the format last month, revealing that his father Gurunath wasn't too happy with his decision. The 'Hitman' added that his father has been a long-time admirer of the five-day format rather than 'new-age' cricket. Rohit had quit Test cricket on 7 May, days before fellow batting great and former captain Virat Kohli made a similar announcement, with the two bringing the curtains down on their Test careers a little over a month before the five-match Test series in England. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'My father worked in a transport company. Like I said, what my mom did, my father was very much involved in sacrificing things so that we could have our life. But my father always, since day one, has been a fan of Test cricket,' Rohit said at the launch of the book The Diary of a Cricketer's Wife, written by long-time teammate Cheteshwar Pujara's wife Puja, in Mumbai. 'He doesn't like this new-age cricket. I still remember that day I scored 264 in the ODI. He was like, okay, well played. Well done. There was no excitement from him. It's important to go out there and all that. 'But even if I used to get good 30s or 40s or 50s or 60s, in Test cricket used to talk to me about it in detail. So that's the kind of love he had for the game. And he's obviously seen you go up the ranks,' the 'Hitman' added. Rohit had endured a poor run as batter as well as captain in India's last two Test assignments, against New Zealand and Australia at home and away respectively, which had put a question mark on his red-ball future with the Indian team. He ultimately signed off from Test cricket with 4,301 runs in 67 appearances, collecting 12 centuries and 18 fifties along the way besides collecting 12 runs in 24 matches as captain. 'He has played a huge role in wherever I am today' Rohit added that his father had witnessed his entire journey as a cricketer starting from his days as a school kid. 'You play in school cricket. Then you play U19, the Ranji Trophy, the Duleep Trophy, the Irani Trophy, and India A. And I've done all of that. So he has seen my journey through that. And through this, I've made it to the Indian team. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'My father has seen me playing a lot of cricket with red ball, obviously. So he appreciates red-ball cricket a lot. And then, obviously, he was a little disappointed when I announced my retirement. But was happy as well at the same time. But, yeah, that's my father. And he has obviously played a huge role in wherever I am today. Without their help, it never would have been possible,' Rohit added. Both Rohit and Kohli had retired from Twenty20 Internationals last year after helping India win the T20 World Cup, and will now be focusing on One-Day Internationals after bidding Test cricket goodbye, with their sights being set on the 2027 ICC World Cup.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'He was...': Rohit Sharma reveals father's reaction on Test retirement; recollects his words after he scored 264 runs
Mumbai: Cricketer Rohit Sharma addresses the gathering during the inauguration of a stand after him at the Wankhede Stadium, in Mumbai. (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) Former India Test and T20I captain Rohit Sharma has revealed his father's reaction after he announced his retirement from Test cricket. "He appreciates red-ball cricket a lot and, obviously, was a little disappointed when I announced my retirement, but was happy as well at the same time," Rohit said at the launch of Pujara's wife Puja's book 'The Diary of a Cricketer's Wife' in Mumbai on Thursday. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Rohit recalled the struggles made by their parents to support their careers. 'Since the day I was born to now, the support of my mother and father has been immense. I know the sacrifices they've made for me and my brother to do what we needed to do in our lives. 'But when you sit back and think about it, you really appreciate what parents go through. When you're at that age, you don't realize, but now, when I sit back and think about it, you understand,' he said. Rohit further explained how his father was involved in his cricket and his obsession with Test cricket. "He worked in a transport company. My father was very much involved in sacrificing things so that, you know, we can have our life," said Rohit. "My father always, since day one, has been a fan of Test cricket; he doesn't like this new-age cricket. "I still remember the day I scored 264 in an ODI, he was like, 'Okay, well played, well done.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo There was no such excitement from him that it was a world record and all of that. Explained: Why Rohit Sharma retired from Test cricket "But even if I used to get good 30s or 40s or 50s or 60s in Test cricket, he used to talk to me about it in detail. So that's the kind of love he had for the game. "He has obviously seen me go up the ranks. You play age-group cricket, then you pass on to U-19, and then you go to Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, Irani Trophy, India A, and I've done all of that. So he has seen my journey through that. "I have made it to the Indian team, playing red-ball cricket, not so much white-ball cricket, but that's how the team used to get picked. "Back in the day, you do well in red-ball cricket and you find yourself first in ODI cricket and then into Test cricket. Now it's a different story. So my father has seen me playing a lot of cricket with the red ball, obviously. "That's my father, and he has obviously played a huge role in wherever I am today, you know, without their help," he said.
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Business Standard
03-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
IPL 2025: Is Shreyas Iyer PBKS's missing key to first-ever IPL glory?
For 18 seasons now, Punjab Kings (PBKS) have wandered in search of their maiden IPL title. Despite strong player investments and tactical experiments, the silverware has eluded them. In 2025, though, that story may finally take a turn, and much of that change can be credited to Shreyas Iyer. Appointed captain at the start of the season, Iyer has brought structure, belief, and a high-performance mindset to the franchise. Those within the team management say his calm presence and clear communication have been game-changers. PBKS's run to the final has been their most clinical yet , and with Iyer steering the ship, the elusive crown could finally come to the PBKS dugout. The captain who breaks patterns and creates history Shreyas Iyer has etched his name into IPL history by becoming the first captain to lead three different franchises to the final — Delhi Capitals (2020), Kolkata Knight Riders (2024), and now Punjab Kings (2025). What makes this achievement even more unique is his consecutive final appearances with two different teams, a feat that only the greats of the tournament have touched. Close observers suggest that Iyer's emotional control and deep tactical awareness are major reasons why teams respond so well to his leadership. PBKS insiders point out how he has unlocked performances from players like Nehal Wadhera and Priyansh Arya, while also fostering a winning culture. Leadership that transcends the IPL arena Iyer's impact isn't limited to the IPL. Since 2023, he has either led or played crucial roles in finals across every major format — ODI World Cup 2023, Ranji Trophy 2023–24, Irani Trophy, Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024–25, and the 2025 Champions Trophy. In each of those, he either finished champion or runner-up. His winning mentality, according to former India team-mates, brings a sense of stability and ambition to every dressing room he walks into. A rivalry rekindled from the domestic stage The final of IPL 2025 will also serve as a continuation of a compelling captaincy rivalry. Earlier, in the 2024–25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final, Iyer's Mumbai defeated Rajat Patidar's Madhya Pradesh. Now, the same two skippers face off again — this time, on a far bigger stage. While Patidar aims to prove himself after a shaky season, Iyer stands on the brink of being the first to win IPL titles with two different teams. The numbers back him too Statistically, Iyer has been nothing short of elite. With 50 wins in 86 matches and a win rate of 59.5 per cent, he ranks highest among IPL captains with 50 or more games — edging even names like Dhoni and Rohit in terms of efficiency. If PBKS lift the trophy, it will cement Iyer's place among the greatest T20 leaders of his generation — and possibly the man who finally ended Punjab's wait for an IPL trophy.
Business Upturn
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Navjot Singh Sidhu reveals he gave Anil Kumble the nickname ‘Jumbo', Know why
During the commentary of the KKR vs CSK IPL 2025 clash, Navjot Singh Sidhu made a nostalgic revelation that he was the one who gave Anil Kumble the now-iconic nickname 'Jumbo'. Sidhu recalled the moment during an Irani Trophy match, explaining that one of Kumble's deliveries bounced sharply and struck the batter's helmet after pitching. The exaggerated bounce, more typical of a fast bowler than a spinner, left players surprised. 'Ball pitch pe takar ke helmet pe laga… log kehne lage ye spinner hai ya fast bowler?' Sidhu recounted with his signature flair, adding that it was from that moment he coined the name 'Jumbo', a reference to both the bounce and Kumble's large feet — a term that stuck with the legendary leg-spinner throughout his career. Anil Kumble went on to become one of India's most celebrated cricketers, with 619 Test wickets and countless match-winning performances. But as Sidhu revealed today, the story behind his famous nickname had its roots in domestic cricket and a single moment of surprise bounce. News desk at
The Hindu
29-04-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
As Suryavanshi cuts a slice of history for himself, fans look to the future
For half a century, Samastipur in Bihar was best known for the bomb blast that killed India's then Railway minister. Now a 14-year-old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, is likely to replace that image. If all goes well, Samastipur will be better known as the birthplace of one of the most remarkable batters to burst into the national consciousness as a teenager. There is something about six-hitting that immediately focusses attention on a player, guarantees an eager following and fills stadiums. C K Nayudu's 11 sixes against the MCC hastened India's Test debut; in the 1970s, a 19-year-old Dilip Vengsarkar hit seven sixes off Bishan Bedi and Erapalli Prasanna in the Irani Trophy to announce his arrival, and on his first tour, Sachin Tendulkar hit Abdul Qadir for four sixes in an over and never looked back. Say what you want about modern bats, shorter boundaries, fielding and bowling restrictions and good wickets in T20, but for a 14-year-old to hit 11 sixes in a 35-ball century against a top bowling attack is astounding. He mis-hit a couple, which is the modern way, but he also deposited a couple on the roof of the stadium. He has the quality the best have — balance. It enabled him to drive fast bowler Prasidh Krishna over long off in the shot of the day, perhaps of the tournament. Balance, timing, ball sense, confidence (and luck!) — the abstract elements — already exist in Suryavanshi's game. The rest is a matter of technique and practice. He seems to be a quick learner; uncertainty against the short delivery in earlier games was replaced by an eagerness to smash it out of the ground. Hesitation against spin is making way for decisiveness. Getting down low against spin to cart it over square leg is paying dividends. He played Rashid Khan with respect — but still hit him for a six and a superb straight drive. His jersey flapping in the wind exposing his navel and confirming the puppy fat — all those jalebis, his favourite, must settle somewhere — is a unique sight. The riches of the game, three formats, wealth, renown, await Suryavanshi. The pressure has just begun. The national selectors must get their timing right. Pick him too early and it might lead to regrets. Too late might snuff out the fire. He has pushed himself into the conversation, though. In case you missed it… 🍿🔥 — Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) April 29, 2025 The IPL has seen three significant, even great centuries: Brendon McCullum's 158 in the inaugural match in 2008, Chris Gayle's 175 in 2013 and now this. The first two were by established players. Each was made by the quintessential IPL batter of his time. Suryavanshi's century was state-of-the-art batting in the format. Ishant Sharma (199 international matches, 434 wickets) was twice sent into the crowd past midwicket, but he induced one of the many false strokes. By showing the full face of the bat to a slower delivery, Suryavanshi saved himself. We have to constantly remind ourselves Suryavanshi is only 14, just as in Pakistan all those years ago, we in the media box had to remind ourselves that Tendulkar was only 16. The jokes you now hear were rolled out then. That he was too young to play ODIs because the match went beyond his bed-time; that he needed a letter from his parents to be allowed to fly, and so on. The only new one is that Suryavanshi's partner needed to cover his eyes every time the cheerleaders went into their act. His father Sanjeev has been reported as saying, 'The moment I saw him pick up a bat, I realised there is something about him.' He gave up his jewellery business and took to farming to be able to focus on the son's career. From the age of nine, Suryavanshi was facing fast bowlers with a cricket ball. At 11, he hit a double century in a 40-over match. Such legends are set to grow. In two directions. Already there is a video online where it appears Suryavanshi might be older than 14. As old as 15, in fact! So perhaps M.S. Dhoni might not be three times his age. It doesn't matter. Talent met opportunity, as the IPL motto has it. Let's rejoice; an innings like that is an antidote to cynicism.
