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Time of India
2 hours ago
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- Time of India
WTC Final: Sanjay Bangar delivers blunt message in warning to Australia and South Africa
Pat Cummis and Temba Bavuma ahead of the WTC final at Lord's (Image via X/@JayShah) Former India coach Sanjay Bangar has cautioned that South Africa and Australia cannot rely on their past performances at Lord's Cricket Ground ahead of the World Test Championship final on Wednesday, emphasizing that winning will require playing their best cricket regardless of historical success at the venue of the finale. South Africa's record at Lord's since 1991 shows five wins, one loss, and one draw. Australia has secured 18 victories in 40 matches at the historic venue. Despite the impressive numbers, Bangar believes neither team will have an advantage over the other in the upcoming championship match. "I don't go by statistics and what has happened in the past. The thing is that there are multiple players, and a generation of players has now changed. There were the likes of Hashim Amla, AB de Villiers and Faf du Plessis at one time. But now there is a new generation of South African cricketers. For them, it could be a part of the folklore, but if they have to win, they have to play good cricket. In sports, past history and records don't mean anything," JioStar expert Sanjay Bangar told ANI in a media conference on the eve of the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025. Poll Which team do you believe has the edge in the World Test Championship final at Lord's? South Africa Australia "If you can go out and try to play your best cricket, ensure that most of your players perform on the given day. If the majority of your players are performing, then you place yourself in the best possible chance to win on that particular day. Both these teams, despite the very strong legacy that they have at this particular venue, they still can't take anything for granted and have to play their best cricket on the day," he added. Bombay Sport Exchange Ep. 6: Harish Thawani on cricket's TV market and the watershed moments Bangar's comments highlight the importance of current performance over historical achievements, noting that team composition has evolved significantly over the years, particularly for the Proteas.
India Today
2 hours ago
- Sport
- India Today
WTC win can be South Africa's eureka moment like India's 1983 triumph: Sanjay Bangar
Former India cricketer and batting coach Sanjay Bangar feels the World Test Championship (WTC) title could well be South Africa's eureka moment, like India's 1983 World Cup triumph. South Africa are set to take on Australia in the WTC 2025 final in what will be the 'Ultimate Test' of the longest format with the winner holding the coveted mace for the next two the contenders lock horns with the champions Australia, Sanjay Bangar opened up on the possible impact of victory on South Africa cricket, should they come out on top of Australia in the encounter. The former all-rounder mentioned that since this is the year of several teams winning their first major titles across sports, South Africa's victory could go a long way towards the relevance and importance of WTC.'This is a year of underdogs, and it could be a very good story for the relevance and the importance of the World Test Championship. And also because what happens is that if you have a big win as a country, then that has the potential to galvanise the cricketing fraternity in that particular nation. So if that has to happen, it will be fantastic for the growth of South Africa,' JioStar expert Sanjay Bangar said while replying to a query from India Today on the eve of the ICC World Test Championship Final Bangar also stated that the WTC win could be the eureka moment for the Proteas, just like India's ODI World Cup 1983 triumph.'They are a very proud sporting nation, and so far, the glory has, somehow, slipped away from them on critical occasions. But if these bunch of South African players can do that, then it will inspire a generation of young South African players, and there won't be any dearth of talent. What they may require is a little bit of a eureka moment, which was the fact for India in 1983 that 'yes we can go out and do very well on the world stage. So that is the significance from the South African point of view,'' he weak links in Australia: Sanjay BangarFurthermore, Bangar also delved deep into the Australian squad's strength and mentioned that they don't have any weak links which South Africa can exploit as all the players have won several titles.'As far as the weak links are concerned, I don't see any weak links in Australia, very honestly, because they have some experienced batters, they have an experienced bowling attack. They also have depth in the batting lineup because even Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon, can contribute with the bat. So it's going to be hard work, but cricket is not played on reputation. Players from both teams will have, two chances in those two innings to be the performer. So let's hope and see that if South Africa can do that, that'll be brilliant for South African cricket,' Bangar Africa's only ICC title came way back in 1998 when they were crowned winners of the inaugural edition of the ICC Champions Trophy in Bangladesh. Hence, Temba Bavuma and his men have a massive task at hand to end the agony of the last 27 years, where they came agonisingly close to lifting an ICC title time and will be a herculean task for the Proteas to snatch the WTC mace from Australia's grasp in the ultimate Test. However, a win in the Ultimate Test can go a long way in scripting a glorious chapter in South Africa's cricket history, which could well be the beginning of a golden chapter in their cricketing folklore.
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Business Standard
02-06-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
IPL 2025 grand finale: Fans to get new champion in RCB or PBKS on June 3
As the sun sets on an stop and start IPL 2025 season, all eyes now turn to the grand finale: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) — a contest set to produce a new IPL champion, set to unfold on June 3 at 7:30 PM IST. Both teams, hungry for their maiden IPL title, have defied expectations and crafted memorable campaigns filled with grit, brilliance, and belief. The stage is set at the Narendra Modi Stadium, and anticipation couldn't be higher. Punjab Kings, once known for their inconsistency, have found a new gear in 2025. Under the fearless leadership of Shreyas Iyer and the tactical sharpness of their backroom staff-led by Australian legend Ricky Ponting, PBKS have delivered clinical performances when it mattered most. Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar, speaking on Kuhl Fans Match Centre Live, credited the fearless mindset shown by players like Josh Inglis, whose aggressive assault against Mumbai Indians' spearhead Jasprit Bumrah shifted the semifinal's momentum. "Inglis didn't play the reputation — he played the ball. He broke the fear factor around Bumrah, which was a huge mental lift for the dugout,' Bangar noted. Punjab's Qualifier 2 triumph saw the captain Iyer produce one of the standout knocks of the season — an innings hailed by the legendary AB de Villiers as a "masterclass under pressure." AB de Villiers stands by Hardik Pandya amid MI exit The fallout from Mumbai Indians' exit has seen captain Hardik Pandya under heavy scrutiny. But de Villiers was quick to shift focus back to the cricketing brilliance on display. "They were outplayed by quality cricket, not poor execution. Shreyas and Inglis made the difference. You can't fault Hardik for being outclassed on the day — that's the beauty of the game," he emphasised. MI vs PBKS Qualifier 2 full scorecard Sanjay Bangar echoed similar sentiments, highlighting how one moment — Trent Boult's dropped catch of Nehal Wadhera — shifted the semifinal's dynamics, underlining how high-pressure games often turn on fine margins. RCB and Virat Kohli eye maiden IPL title The Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their spot in the IPL 2025 final with a dominant performance in Qualifier 1, defeating table-toppers Punjab Kings by 8 wickets. This victory marks RCB's fourth appearance in an IPL final and their first in nine years. Coincidentally, the last time they made the final—and finished in the top two—was back in 2016. Led by Rajat Patidar, RCB's road to the final has been defined by consistency and resilience. Reflecting on the team's journey, RCB's Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, said: 'We're incredibly proud of how the team has approached the season — with courage, calmness, and a strong intent to dominate. These qualities highlight the character we've built as a unit. While we've hit a few key targets along the way, this final is the one that truly counts.'
News18
26-05-2025
- Sport
- News18
Not Jadeja! Sanjay Bangar Wants This Bowler To Lead India's Spin-Attack For ENG Tour
Last Updated: Sanjay Bangar wants this Indian spinner to lead the spin-unit for the upcoming England tour over Ravindra Jadeja, Sanjay Bangar made a strong case for Kuldeep Yadav to lead India's spin attack ahead of Ravindra Jadeja in the early part of the tour: The former Indian cricketer and Head Coach, Sanjay Bangar made a bold claim with regards to India's bowling unit ahead of the upcoming Test tour of England, coming up in June, later next month. The former cricketer believes that the Indian team should consider starting Kuldeep Yadav over Ravindra Jadeja as their front-line spinner for the five-match Test series against England. 'Kuldeep Yadav should be India's frontline spinner for the first three Tests in England. With Ravichandran Ashwin unavailable and Mohammed Shami not in the lineup, India needs a wicket-taking bowler who can make an impact even in swing-friendly conditions," he commented during 'Follow The Blues – India vs England Test Squad Announcement Special' on JioHotstar. He reckons that pitches in England are not as likely to offer as much turn or rough patches to make use of and considering this, he reckons that Kuldeep should be the man to lead the line in the English county. 'Jadeja is usually preferred overseas for his control and ability to exploit rough patches, but England is unlikely to offer spin-friendly tracks early on. The series begins in June with matches at Headingly, Edgbaston, and Lord's — all seam-friendly venues," he said. 'With Nitish Reddy as a batting all-rounder and a pace trio of Bumrah, Siraj, and Akash Deep, India can afford to play just one spinner — and that should be Kuldeep," he added. 'First of all, we have to make sure Bumrah doesn't get overburdened. That is where the team management will have a massive impact by using the bowling line-up picked around him. We saw in the Australia series, there were so many all-rounders, and Bumrah was at times overused because the team wanted him to bowl at all times, and it affected his bowling speeds," he commented. 'In one of the Tests, he was down to 120-129. To help him play five Test matches, you need a stronger bowling unit operating alongside him. The more matches he plays, the higher the chances of India winning," he added. Watch CNN-News18 here. Stay updated with all the latest news on IPL 2025, including the schedule, Points Table, IPL Orange Cap, and IPL Purple Cap. Get latest Cricket news, live score and match results on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published:
News18
21-05-2025
- Sport
- News18
News18 Evening Digest: First Operation Sindoor Multi-Party Delegation Leaves For Japan & Other Top Stories
Last Updated: We are also covering: China, Pakistan Agree To Expand CPEC To Afghanistan, Sanjay Bangar On Vaibhav Suryavanshi, and other top stories. In today's evening digest, News18 brings latest updates on First Op Sindoor Multi-Party Delegation Leaves for Japan, Girl's Body Found In Suitcase In Bengaluru, and other top stories. 'Zero Tolerance Against Terrorism': First Op Sindoor Multi-Party Delegation Leaves For Japan The first multi-party delegation led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Jha on Wednesday left for Japan for a five-nation visit to put across India's views on cross-border terrorism from Pakistan. The delegation will also visit South Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore as part of New Delhi's outreach following Operation Sindoor and the subsequent conflict between India and Pakistan. Read More Girl's Body Found In Suitcase In Bengaluru, Police Suspect Likely Thrown Out Of Moving Train A body of an unidentified girl, believed to be around eight to ten years old, was found stuffed inside a suitcase near a railway bridge on the outskirts of Bengaluru on Wednesday. The torn, blue suitcase was found abandoned near the Old Chandapura Railway Bridge close to Hosur main road in Anekal Taluk. Read More In a bid to deepen trilateral cooperation, China, Pakistan and Afghanistan on Wednesday agreed to expand the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor to Afghanistan. Read More Sanjay Bangar On Vaibhav Suryavanshi: 'Real Challenge Lies In Non-Cricketing Matters' Sanjay Bangar acknowledged that Rajasthan Royals' find, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, is certainly a superstar in the making after his impressive debut in the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League. But the former India all-rounder believes that his next big challenge has everything to do beyond the sport and will be a 'real challenge'. Read More First Published: May 21, 2025, 18:28 IST
