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SportsIndia spinner Yuzvendra Chahal revealed he was informed of his non-selection for the 2023 World Cup by then-captain Rohit Sharma, citing a need for additional batting and fast-bowling options. Chahal, a leading spin wicket-taker, has since retired from First-Class cricket, with 148 wickets in 49 matches. He remains India's highest wicket-taker in T20 cricket with 396 wickets in 343 matches.
SportsYuzvendra Chahal, Indian cricketer, has spoken candidly about his struggles with alcoholism and anxiety in a podcast interview. He revealed that his addiction began after a partying phase in his early 20s and worsened after his divorce, affecting his cricket performance and personal life. Chahal credits a 26-day rehab stint and a turning point in the IPL with helping him overcome his struggles and find balance in his life.
India's T20I team suffered a crushing 24-run defeat to the West Indies in Hyderabad, with captain Shai Hope scoring his fourth ton in the match. Mohammed Kaif criticized India's bowling attack, stating it will be insufficient for defending their T20 World Cup title. The series now stands 2-2 ahead of the final T20I in Bengaluru.
Yograj Singh, 68, a former cricketer and father of Yuvraj Singh, has adopted a simple diet to maintain his health. He now eats only one meal a day, consisting of dal (vegetables), and keeps his stomach empty for 16 hours to reduce the risk of illness. By fasting, he claims to stay fit and maintain a healthy metabolism.
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes Bhuvneshwar Kumar's comeback to the T20I squad is a result of his own success, not a deliberate attempt to return. Ashwin also expressed optimism about Mohammed Shami's potential comeback and praised India's chances in the 2027 ODI World Cup, citing the team's strong spin stock and Jasprit Bumrah's form.
Abhishek Sharma, an Indian cricketer, has shown improvement in adapting to opposing bowlers' plans, scoring 69 runs off 30 balls against West Indies. He prepares specifically for each bowler, studying their plans to counter them, and finds gaps in the field to exploit. This approach allowed him to score big, targeting one over to put pressure on the opposition.
India's seasoned Test stars, including Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul, suffered poor starts in their respective matches in the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season. Jaiswal was dismissed for 13 runs in just 13 balls, while Rahul fell for four runs against Karnataka. The season kicked off across 18 venues, with 18 matches underway, including a cancelled Plate group match due to a legal dispute within the Arunachal Pradesh association.
