Vaibhav Sooryavanshi a ‘game-changer’, forced selectors to pick him in squad: BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar
Agarkar described Sooryavanshi as a "game-changer" and said that his performances compelled the selectors to pick him in the squad.
Agarkar described Sooryavanshi as a "game-changer" and said that his performances compelled the selectors to pick him in the squad.
India have opted for a strong blend of youth and experience for the Asian Games cricket event, with Tilak Varma named vice-captain and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi among the selections.
The BCCI named Shreyas Iyer as India's new T20I captain and Tilak Varma vice-captain, while 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was included in all three squads.
Alexander Zverev defeated Jakub Mensik 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 to reach the French Open 2026 final. The German is now one victory away from claiming the first Grand Slam title of his career.
Business leaders Gautam Adani and Anand Mahindra congratulated R Praggnanandhaa after he became the first Indian to win the Norway Chess title, praising his fearless approach and challenger spirit.
Ons Jabeur of Tunisia picked up her first grass-court win of this season after defeating Italy's Jasmine Paolini 6-3, 6-2 in the opening round of the Eastbourne International, here on Tuesday.
Six teams - India, Iran, Japan, Korea, Chinese Taipei and Hong Kong are taking part in the Asian Championships. The top two teams after the single-legged round-robin league will meet in the final on Friday.
Commenting on the appointment Khandker said, "I am grateful to Hockey India for entrusting me with this responsibility. I have always been inclined towards coaching after my playing career."
India to commence campaign against Australia
The Indian team will play their opening match of the tournament against the 2019 semifinalist Australia in Chennai on October 8. On November 19, the final match for the ICC World Cup 2023 will be held at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium
