Sunil Gavaskar News - Latest Updates & Headlines
IPL 2025: Ashutosh's 'phenomenal' innings will be remembered for a 'long time', stars hail DC batters' heroics
New Delhi, March 25: Ashutosh Sharma is receiving praise from all corners after his 31-ball 66 not out guided Delhi Capitals (DC) to an unlikely one-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2025, calling his knock "phenomenal", which will be "remembered for a long time".
Rishabh Pant is an intelligent cricketer: Sunil Gavaskar backs Rishabh Pant after his first match as Lucknow Super Giants captain
New Delhi March 25: Following Delhi Capitals' (DC) thrilling win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Monday, Indian cricket icon Sunil Gavaskar has expressed his views on Rishabh Pant. Speaking on JioStar Match Center Live Gavaskar spoke about Rishabh Pant's performance and captaincy. Gavaskar said he knows you often learn more from your mistakes than four successes. Gavaskar backed Pant and said he is an intelligent cricketer, "When you bat well, there's not much to reflect upon, but when you don't perform with the bat or ball, you understand the areas that need improvement." He also said that it was just the first match, and there are still 13 games left. He felt Pant would have valuable insights regarding his batting and captaincy, and he expects his captaincy to become even more assured.
His innings will be remembered for a long time...: Gavaskar hails Ashutosh's clutch knock against LSG
Mumbai, March 25: Following Delhi Capitals' (DC) thrilling win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Indian cricket icon Sunil Gavaskar hailed batter Ashutosh Sharma's knock, saying that he came in full of confidence and produced a solid knock under pressure that will be "remembered for a long time".
Don't doubt his ability, even at this age...: Sunil Gavaskar on MS Dhoni's retirement
New Delhi March 23: Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar brushed off speculations regarding Indian legend MS Dhoni's retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL), and said every time people raise this question, the former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain proves them wrong.
IPL 2025: 'Every time people question Dhoni, he proves them wrong', says Gavaskar
Kolkata, March 23: As the Chennai Super Kings set to kick off their IPL 2025 campaign against Mumbai Indians (MI) in a clash of the five-time champions, all eyes will be on MS Dhoni, who continues to be a key figure in the league. Addressing the speculation over ex-skipper's participation in the season, India legend Sunil Gavaskar said that whenever people questioned the CSK stalwart, he silenced those critics with his skills.
Everytime Sachin bats is magical: Yuvraj Singh hails Tendulkar
By Vivek Prabhakar Singh, Gurugram, March 22: Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh was full of praise for Sachin Tendulkar after witnessing the batting maestro roll back the years in the International Masters League.
Champions Trophy 2025: Star-studded panel of commentators announced for all 9 language feeds
New Delhi, February 19: A star-studded line-up of cricket legends from seven different countries will bring their expert insights and electrifying commentary to viewers, elevating the excitement of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan and United Arab Emirates, as per a JioHotstar press release.
One World One Family Cup 2025: Cricket for Cause helmed by Sadguru Sri Madhusudan Sai concludes
Muddenahalli, February 10: In the most perfect exemplification of sports serving humanity, several retired cricketing greats converged at Sathya Sai Grama, Muddenahalli near Bengaluru for the second edition of the One World One Family Cup.
Gavaskar hopes players turning out in Ranji Trophy becomes a habit instead of box-ticking exercise
New Delhi, Feb 2: With a majority of Test team players turning out for their state teams in the Ranji Trophy, legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar said he hopes for this initiative to become an exercise and is not just reduced to being a box-ticking exercise.
There was nothing like-for-like between Dube and Rana: Gavaskar
New Delhi, Feb 2: Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar said there was nothing like-for-like in terms of Harshit Rana being named as a concussion substitute for Shivam Dube during the fourth T20I in Pune, adding that it took the sheen away from the hosts' winning the match.
Sunil Gavaskar, Madhusudan Sai unveil 2025 One World One Family Cup
Mumbai, February 2: Indian cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar and humanitarian Madhusudan Sai unveiled the 2025 One World One Family Cup, a cricket event promoting unity and humanitarian causes, as per a release by One World One Family Cup.
Mumbai Cricket Association celebrates 50 years of Wankhede Stadium with a Guinness World Record
Mumbai, January 23: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Thursday added another momentous chapter in its remarkable history by becoming the new Guinness World Records title holder for the 'Largest Cricket Ball Sentence' as part of their celebration commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Wankhede Stadium's golden jubilee marked with gala celebration; cricketing legends grace the occasion
Mumbai, January 20: The 50th Anniversary of the iconic Wankhede Stadium concluded with a gala celebration on Sunday, in the presence of cricketing legends and dignitaries, stated a release from the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA).
Tendulkar, Gavaskar relive their best moments as MCA marks golden jubilee of Wankhede Stadium
Mumbai, Jan 19: With former India captains Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Ravi Shastri, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Ajinkya Rahane along with Diana Edulji sharing the magical moments they experienced at the venue, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) celebrated the completion of 50 years of the iconic Wankhede Stadium here on Sunday.
Inaugural season of International Masters League to be played in Navi Mumbai, Rajkot, Raipur
Mumbai, January 16: The stage is set for the highly anticipated International Masters League (IML), with the inaugural edition beginning from February 22 to March 16, an IML press release stated.
Ahead of Champions Trophy, Netflix to come up with India vs Pakistan docu-series on Feb 7, more deets inside
Mumbai, January 13: The month of February is going to be an action-packed one for cricket fans. Not only they will get to see Team India in action against England at home in T20Is and ODIs, but also see them kickstart another ICC trophy chase when the Champions Trophy kickstarts on February 19, which will feature the high-profile India-Pakistan clash.
Sunil Gavaskar felicitated by MCA as Wankhede Stadium's 50th anniversary celebrations begin
Mumbai, Jan 12: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) commenced the 50th anniversary celebratory week of the Wankhede Stadium with a grand felicitation ceremony honouring former captains of the Mumbai cricket team, both men's and women's.
Sunil Gavaskar felicitated as MCA kicks off Wankhede Stadium's 50th anniversary celebrations
Mumbai, January 12: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) commenced the 50th-anniversary celebratory week of the Wankhede Stadium with a grand felicitation ceremony honouring former captains of the Mumbai cricket team, both men's and women's.
Tendulkar, Gavaskar among India captains to join Wankhede Stadium's 50th anniversary
Mumbai, Jan 10: Legendary Mumbai cricketers and former captains of the Indian team will join the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Wankhede Stadium on January 19. The events will commence on January 12, leading up to a grand main event on January 19, as an exciting evening awaits fans.
Tendulkar, Gavaskar among India captains attending 50th anniversary of Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium
Mumbai, January 10: Legendary Mumbai cricketers and former captains of the Indian team will join the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Wankhede Stadium on January 19.
Won't be surprised if Bumrah takes over Test captaincy very soon: Gavaskar
New Delhi, Jan 8: Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar said he won't be surprised if fast-bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah takes over as the side's Test captain in near future, citing that he doesn't pressurise players much when he's been at the helm of the team.
Simply not cricket: Sunil Gavaskar weighs in on Kohli-Konstas bumping incident
New Delhi, January 7: Former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar gave his opinion on the bumping incident between Australia youngster Sam Konstas and India stalwart Virat Kohli saying it was "simply not cricket."
Won't be a surprise: Sunil Gavaskar on India selectors taking bold decision after WTC heartbreak
New Delhi, January 7: For former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar it won't be a "surprise" if the India selectors take a "bold decision" in the upcoming Test tour of England after the World Test Championship final hopes were quashed in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Gavaskar feels big questions about out-of-depth Rohit's future in Test has raised amid dwindling form
New Delhi, January 7: Former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar described India captain Rohit Sharma's decision to "step aside" in the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) as a "brave decision," acknowledging that Rohit seemed "out of his depth" throughout the tour.
Rajeev Shukla criticizes CA for snubbing Sunil Gavaskar at BGT presentation ceremony, says Trophy is in their names
New Delhi, January 6: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice-President Rajeev Shukla criticized Cricket Australia for snubbing former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar from the Border-Gavaskar Trophy presentation after the end of the Sydney Test.
Result wasn't what we had hoped for but we'll be back stronger: Jaiswal
New Delhi, Jan 6: India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal vowed that the team will make a strong comeback after their 1-3 Border-Gasvakar Trophy defeat against Australia in Sydney on Sunday. India lost the final Test of the series by six wickets which ended their hopes of qualifying for the third consecutive World Test Championship (WTC) final.
Both of us should have been there: Sunil Gavaskar on being snubbed at presentation ceremony
Sydney, January 5: Legendary former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has expressed his disappointment after being snubbed from the presentation ceremony of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy despite his name being associated with the coveted trophy. The historic series, which saw Australia break a 10-year hiatus and reclaim the trophy with a 3-1 victory, was marked by fierce competition and memorable moments.
They are hungry to...: Gavaskar hails youngsters Jaiswal, Nitish for brilliant performances in BGT
Sydney, January 5: Following India's loss in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that the team needs hungrier and young talent like Nitish Kumar Reddy and Yashasvi Jaiswal, who would "protect their wicket like their life" and show hunger for runs.
Gavaskar calls out Indian batters for technical deficiences, urges players to play more domestic cricket
Sydney, January 5: Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar expressed that head coach will have to make sure that players play more domestic cricket heading into the next ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle and take tough decisions against those who opt not to play after shambolic batting performances during the New Zealand series at home and the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, which cost India the hat-trick of WTC final appearances.
We need players like Jaiswal, Reddy who protect their wicket like life: Gavaskar
Sydney, Jan 5: After India's defeat in the final Test match and their inability to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar has accessed the team's performance and opined that young players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Reddy, who are "hungry to earn a name for India" are needed in the team.
Gavaskar left perplexed over omission from trophy ceremony in Sydney
Sydney, Jan 5: Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar said he was left perplexed over his omission from the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series ceremony after the fifth Test concluded at the Sydney Cricket Ground in a six-wicket win for Australia.
Sunil Gavaskar highlights Jasprit Bumrah's importance in Sydney Test amid injury scare
Sydney, January 4: Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar underscored the pivotal role of Jasprit Bumrah in India's bowling attack, particularly amidst concerns about his fitness. Gavaskar emphasized that Bumrah's availability could make or break India's chances in the fifth Border-Gavaskar Test in Sydney.
These are quite impactful runs...: Gavaskar hails Pant's fifty in SCG Test
Sydney, January 4: Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's valuable half-century were "impactful runs" in helping his team gain a sizeable lead over Australia at the end of the day two of fifth Test and also for playing some fine shots throughout his knock "in the front of the wicket".
Sydney Test: 200 may not be a defendable target without Bumrah, says Gavaskar
Sydney, Jan 4: With India holding a 145-run lead over Australia at the end of Day 2 of the final Test match, a lot of questions are surrounding whether India's skipper and premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will be able to take part in what is expected to be the final day's proceedings in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the Sydney Cricket Ground here on Sunday.
If 15 wickets had fallen on one day in India, all hell would have broken loose: Gavaskar
Sydney, Jan 4: Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar believes the green pitch at the fast-moving ongoing fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground would be questioned if the game was played in India, adding that the surface dishing out is not ideal for playing longer format games.