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Time of India
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Spin dominance behind Tushar Raheja's rise
CHENNAI: Five matches in, and Tushar Raheja hasn't missed a beat. With scores of 80, 74, 65*, 79 and 40 in Tiruppur Tamizhans' first five games this TNPL season, the southpaw has become the cynosure of all eyes. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This purple patch hasn't come out of nowhere. Tushar, who joined Tiruppur in 2021, started to see an upward trajectory last season. He finished as the league's second-highest run-scorer and earned his Tamil Nadu debut soon after. For the 24-year-old from Chennai, that was the season things began to click. Tushar saw it as a breakthrough season. Not just because of the runs, but it also helped him understand his T20 game better. 'After the last season, I think I have really learnt a lot about myself and how my game is in terms of T20. I have learnt how to pace my innings better and understand what is working and what is not. So, ahead of this season, I tried to build on that and worked on the areas where I was lacking last year,' Tushar told TOI. Tushar went on to spend hours sharpening his game against spin, an area he felt he had to improve. 'I worked on playing spin better. And, generally, I would always do well in the powerplay, but after those six overs were done, I would slow down, and my strike rate would drop. I wanted to see how I can keep that momentum going even after the powerplay. So, I did a lot of drills against spin and worked on my technique with my coach, TV Ram Kumar, in Ambattur. And mentally, I have done a lot of work,' said the opening batter. While those sessions were focused on fine-tuning his game, there was also a flicker of hope that it might open bigger doors. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He had his eye on the IPL, like any young player would. He attended trials for a few teams, but the call never came. 'I did really well in the trials. So obviously, as a human being, somewhere down there, that expectation is there. But I knew, it being my first breakout year in TNPL, I didn't want to have too many expectations. When I didn't get picked (in IPL), I wasn't heartbroken as such. I tried to take it as a positive. I wanted to make sure last year was just the starting point. I wanted to do much better this year, I had that hunger in me,' said Tushar. The wicketkeeper-batter took the snub in his stride and used the miss as motivation. And, that positive intent shows in his batting. In his recent sterling knocks, Tushar has batted with flair, stepping out with ease and hitting the ball with a sense of freedom that doesn't look reckless. 'I'm someone who likes to play very positively, and I like taking the attack to the bowlers. So even in the longest format, it's not like I curb my instincts too much. I like to express myself there as well. So, I feel that is the way I've grown up batting naturally. That is who I am as a person. I feel when my instincts take over, it is best for me, and I think that is my biggest strength.' Tushar, who plays for Alwarpet CC in the TNCA first-division league, wants to establish himself as a red-ball player as well. 'I have not done that well in the TNCA first-division league to get a TN call-up in the longest format. But I really want to prove myself in the red-ball format as well.'
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'Pitched Outside Leg!' – Ravichandran Ashwin Clashes with umpire over TNPL dismissal
— StarSportsTamil (@StarSportsTamil) Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Former Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin was at the centre of controversy during a Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025 match between Dindigul Dragons and IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans on Sunday at the SNR College Cricket who is captaining the Dindigul Dragons, opened the innings but was dismissed for 18 runs by Tiruppur captain R Sai Kishore in the fifth over. The mode of dismissal, adjudged leg before wicket (LBW), became a flashpoint after Ashwin openly disagreed with the on-field 38-year-old appeared visibly upset, contending that the ball had pitched outside leg stump. He was seen approaching the on-field umpire, Kritika, to argue his case. The interaction, which was captured on video and widely circulated online, showed Ashwin gesturing toward the pitch in disagreement. The umpire remained firm in her decision, prompting Ashwin to walk off in frustration, striking his pads with the bat on his way replay footage appeared to support Ashwin's assessment, indicating the ball may have pitched outside the leg stump. The moment gained significant attention on social media , with several viewers expressing support for the veteran cricketer, who is coming off a challenging IPL 2025 season with Chennai Super Kings, where he took only seven wickets in nine matches at an average of dismissal marked the beginning of a collapse for Dindigul Dragons, who were bowled out for just 93 in 16.2 overs. Tiruppur's bowlers dominated, with Esakkimuthu returning figures of 4 for 26 and Sai Kishore claiming two chased down the target comfortably, led by a commanding unbeaten 65 off 39 balls from Tushar Raheja. The side secured a nine-wicket victory with 49 balls remaining.(With inputs from TOI)
India.com
09-06-2025
- Sport
- India.com
TNPL 2025: Angry Ravi Ashwin Argues With Female Umpire Over LBW Decision, Video Goes Viral
TNPL 2025: Ravichandran Ashwin, after a disappointing IPL 2025 season with Chennai Super Kings where he took only seven wickets and scored 33 runs in nine matches, is now captaining Dindigul Dragons in the Tamil Nadu Premier League. The 38-year-old all-rounder was seen in a heated argument with the umpire during a match against IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans on Sunday. It was the fifth ball of the fifth over when Dindigul opener R Ashwin was trapped in front of the stumps by Sai Kishore. The umpire didn't hesitate and raised her finger, but Ashwin felt the ball had pitched outside leg stump. He argued with the umpire briefly before walking off the field angrily. The 38-year-old hit his pads hard with the bat in frustration while returning to the pavilion. TNPL 2025 | iDream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Dindigul Dragons | Star Sports #TNPLOnJioStar #TNPL #TNPL2025 — Star Sports Tamil (@StarSportsTamil) June 8, 2025 Tiruppur Bowlers Dominate Tiruppur's bowling unit was on fire, bundling out Dindigul for just 93 runs in 16.2 overs. Only three Dindigul batters managed to reach double figures. Shivam top-scored with 30 runs. Right-arm pacer Esakkimuthu starred with four wickets, while Sai Kishore picked up two important scalps. Raheja Seals It with a Stylish Knock Chasing the low total, Tiruppur had no trouble. Wicketkeeper-batter Tushar Raheja led the charge with a brilliant unbeaten 65. Tiruppur won the match by 9 wickets with 49 balls to spare, showing complete control throughout the chase. Ashwin's Tough Phase Continues Ashwin's poor run with the bat and ball is continuing. After a forgettable IPL 2025 season with Chennai Super Kings, where he took only 7 wickets and scored 33 runs in 9 matches, the veteran may be released by the franchise next year. He was also dropped from the playing XI in a few games this season. Surprise Retirement Last Year In December last year, Ashwin shocked everyone by announcing his retirement from international cricket in the middle of a Test series against Australia. He ended his Test career as India's second-highest wicket-taker with 537 wickets in 106 matches, just behind Anil Kumble's 619.
NDTV
09-06-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Watch: R Ashwin Fumes At Female Umpire Over LBW Call, Smashes His Bat On Pad
After a forgettable outing in the recently-concluded IPL 2025, all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin is back in action in the ongoing Tamil Nadu Premier League. Ashwin, who played for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, failed to live up to the expectations of the franchise and the fans as he played nine matches and took only seven wickets and scored just 33 runs. The 38-year-old all-rounder returned home to captain Dindigul Dragons in the 2025 edition of TNPL. However on Sunday, he got engaged in a heated argument with the umpire during a match against IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans. The incident took place in the 5th over after the Dragons were put to bat by Tiruppur captain R Sai Kishore. On the fifth delivery of Kishore's over, Ashwin was trapped as the ball went on to hit his pads and the on-field umpire signalled LBW out. However, Ashwin was not pleased by the umpire's decision and stated that the ball pitching outside the leg-stump. His words fell on deaf ears as the umpire walked away and Ashwin had to depart for 18. Ash அண்ணா Not Happy அண்ணாச்சி! 😶🌫 தொடர்ந்து காணுங்கள் | TNPL 2025 | iDream Tiruppur Tamizhans vs Dindigul Dragons | Star Sports தமிழில் #TNPLOnJioStar #TNPL #TNPL2025 — Star Sports Tamil (@StarSportsTamil) June 8, 2025 As he made his way back to the dugout, Ashwin vent out his frustration by hitting the bat on his pads. Tiruppur had a great night with the ball as they bundled out the Dragons for 93. Esakkimuthu A was the star bowler as he took four wickets while M Mathivannan and skipper Sai Kishore took three and two wickets respectively. Later, Tiruppur chased down the target in just 11,5 overs and earned the crucial two points. Tushar Raheja scored an unbeaten 65 off 39 balls. This was Tiruppur's first victory of the season as they earlier lost against Chepauk Super Gillies in their opening match. On the other hand, the Dragons claimed a seven-wicket win over Lyca Kovai Kings. Talking about Ashwin, the all-rounder received severe criticism for his poor show in the IPL 2025. The five-time champions also had a dismal outing in the season as they finished at the bottom points table with four wins in 14 matches.
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Drama in TNPL! Ashwin loses cool after controversial LBW; argues with female umpire
Former Indian all-rounder found himself at the center of controversy during a Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025 match between Dindigul Dragons and IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans on Sunday at the SNR College Cricket Ground in Coimbatore. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Ashwin, captaining the Dindigul Dragons, opened the innings but was dismissed for just 18 off the bowling of his counterpart, R Sai Kishore. What followed turned the spotlight firmly on the former India star. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. Ashwin was adjudged LBW on the fifth ball of the fifth over, but the decision didn't sit well with him. Convinced that the delivery had pitched outside leg stump, Ashwin immediately approached the on-field umpire — a female official named Kritika — to argue his case. Poll Do you think Ravichandran Ashwin was right to argue with the umpire after the LBW decision? Yes, he had a valid point No, he should respect the umpire's decision The moment was captured on video and has since gone viral, showing Ashwin pointing animatedly toward the pitch, trying to explain that the ball had pitched well outside leg. The umpire, however, stood by her decision and turned away. Frustrated, Ashwin stormed off, hitting his pads forcefully with his bat. WATCH: Replay footage appeared to support Ashwin's claim, showing the ball pitching outside the leg-stump line. Fans online expressed sympathy for the 38-year-old, who is coming off a difficult IPL 2025 season with , where he managed only seven wickets in nine matches at an average of 40.42. Ashwin's frustrations were compounded as Dindigul Dragons collapsed for just 93 in 16.2 overs. Tiruppur's bowlers, led by Esakkimuthu (4/26), dominated proceedings. Sai Kishore picked up two wickets, including the key scalp of Ashwin. Bombay Sport Exchange Ep. 6: Harish Thawani on cricket's TV market and the watershed moments In response, Tiruppur chased the target with ease, as Tushar Raheja's blistering unbeaten 65 off 39 balls sealed a nine-wicket win with 49 balls to spare.
