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New Delhi: India assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate has addressed growing questions over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s absence from the T20I squad, stating that while the teenage batting prodigy is ready for international cricket, he must still go through the established team process before earning a debut. Sooryavanshi’s non-selection during the recent T20 series against Ireland has drawn significant attention, especially after India suffered a surprising 0-2 series defeat, including a one-run loss in the second match on Sunday. Speaking after the match, Ten Doeschate acknowledged the youngster’s talent but stressed the importance of balance within the squad. He pointed out that…

New Delhi: England Test captain Ben Stokes left the cricketing world stunned on Sunday after announcing his retirement from international cricket during the ongoing third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. The 35-year-old informed teammates before the start of Day 4 that the match would mark his final appearance in international cricket. As news of his decision spread across the stadium, fans rose to give him a standing ovation in an emotional tribute to one of England’s modern greats. In a dramatic twist, Stokes then delivered a moment fitting for his legacy. While bowling the 81st over, he struck…

New Delhi: India captain Shreyas Iyer admitted that Ireland fully outplayed the T20 world champions, following a stunning 2-0 series defeat in the T20I series on Sunday. Ireland first secured a 34-run victory in the opening match before edging India by just one run in the second game, completing a memorable series win against a top-ranked side. Speaking after the series, Iyer praised Ireland’s planning and execution, acknowledging their superior reading of conditions. He said the hosts executed their strategies better in all departments, especially bowling and fielding. “Not a great series but kudos to them for the way they…

London: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur admitted that her side failed to meet expectations after Australia eliminated them from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with a six-wicket victory at Lord’s on Sunday. The defeat ended India’s campaign in the tournament, denying them a place in the semifinals despite a competitive effort with the bat. Speaking after the match, Harmanpreet said the team needed to reassess its overall performance against top opposition. “Today we were in the game for quite some time but still I think we didn’t play to our standards and as a group we need to rethink about…

New Delhi: The Government of India has rejected reports suggesting any ongoing Track II diplomacy with Pakistan or concessions under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), stating that such claims are misleading and factually incorrect, according to top government sources. Officials clarified that no official Track II engagement has been authorised or supported by the government. They also categorically ruled out any relaxation of India’s position on the Indus Waters Treaty, despite ongoing bilateral tensions and regional developments. Sources said India’s policy toward Pakistan remains unchanged, with no shift in its diplomatic or strategic approach. Clarification on Track II engagements Government…

New Delhi: Seven India-bound cargo ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past 72 hours, even as tensions in West Asia continue to rise, according to official shipping data. Out of nine India- and foreign-flagged vessels that transited the strategic waterway during the period, seven were carrying cargo destined for India. Four of these ships were India-flagged, while the remaining five sailed under foreign flags. Officials said a total of 44 India-bound cargo vessels have crossed the Strait of Hormuz since late February, when regional tensions escalated following conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran. At present,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Pradesh Congress Committee (GPCC) President Girish Chodankar on Monday alleged that the Chief Minister and the BJP are working on forming a new Salcete-based secular party ahead of the Assembly elections to divide anti-BJP votes. Addressing the media, Chodankar claimed that a budget of ₹100 crore has allegedly been earmarked for the exercise, with the objective of splitting the secular vote bank of the Congress. He further alleged that the process of forming the new political outfit has already begun with the involvement of certain leaders. Speaking on the opposition’s strategy for the upcoming elections, Chodankar…