Atul Wasan Calls Indias T20I Collapse a Concern After Melbourne Defeat

Melbourne Cricket Ground: Former India pacer Atul Wasan has termed Indias batting collapse in the second T20I against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne a concern, saying that the World Cup-winning team showed traces of overconfidence and failed to play to its potential. Australia took a 1-0 lead in the five-match series with a commanding four-wicket win, chasing down 126 with 40 balls to spare. Reflecting on Indias defeat, Wasan said T20 cricket leaves no room for recovery once momentum slips. What to say about T20Is? If it goes wrong suddenly, you cant recover. Once a few overs or sessions go against you, the match is gone from your hands, he told IANS. Skipper Mitchell Marsh led from the front with a brisk 46 off 26 balls, while Travis Heads 28 ensured Australia were never under pressure despite losing a few wickets late. Josh Hazlewood set up the win with a devastating opening burst, returning figures of 3-13 as India were bowled out for 125 in 18.4 overs. Only Abhishek Sharma offered resistance, top-scoring with 68. Wasan was critical of Indias batting performance. You are losing 10 wickets within 18 overs thats a concern. Though we dismissed six of their batters, it still shows we didnt play to our potential, he remarked. The former cricketer said that a degree of experimentation was understandable after Indias World Cup triumph. Its a new team now. Youve won the World Cup, and 2-3 players might move on, so this is the time to try combinations every team does that from one World Cup to the next, he said. When asked about playing in Australia, Wasan dismissed suggestions that conditions were difficult for Indian players. That was the old story. We have started winning in Australia; its not like before when youd lose 80% of matches. We now have players who perform anywhere in the world, he said. The former cricketer said that a degree of experimentation was understandable after Indias World Cup triumph. Its a new team now. Youve won the World Cup, and 2-3 players might move on, so this is the time to try combinations every team does that from one World Cup to the next, he said. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Indias innings never recovered after Hazlewoods early strikes. Jasprit Bumrahs expensive third over, conceding 18 runs, gave Australia early momentum, and Harshit Ranas no-ball and twin sixes in the next over deepened Indias troubles. Varun Chakaravarthys double strikes dismissing Head and Tim David and Kuldeep Yadavs late wickets of Marsh and Josh Inglis offered some resistance, but Marcus Stoinis guided Australia home safely to take the lead in the series. Article Source: IANS

Rishabh Pant Narrates How He Tackled Frustration And Fought Demotivation During The Rehab Period, Thanks COE Staff For Their Help

Rishabh Pant: India wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant has recounted the hard times he faced while undergoing rehabilitation from the injury he suffered in England and how frustrating the process is. In a video posted by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Pant also talked about how demotivating the rehab period was and how he did not lose focus, which contributed to his success. Pant sustained a foot injury during the fourth Test against England in July and has been undergoing rehabilitation at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. He missed the home Test series against the West Indies during this three-month period and is currently on his way back, leading India A against South Africa A in Bengaluru. I started my rehab slowly, slowly, went through a little bit of, you know, physio work in the initial 10-15 days, slowly, slowly getting back to doing my strength, a little bit of rehab. And it all started from there as a second phase for me, and right now I'm here with you, fully recovered. Thanks to COE for that, Pant said in the video. He also talked about how important it was to have a positive mindset during the rehab period. Being positive is really a mindset thing. During an injury, you tend to get demotivated. The energy levels are not great, you are frustrated, you know. But if you can do small, small things that make you feel good, you have to do that part also, especially when you are injured. When you're going through an injury time, you're doing your rehab, you tend to get frustrated most of the time. But at the same time, you know, people around you, if they can make you feel safer, make you feel protected, make you show that love and care. And that's what I got from all the physios, even coaches, you know, when you talk to them, you can feel that warmth that yes, you're going through a tough time, you're doing that rehab, but you can still come out of it with a flying colour, he added. For me, it was more about getting the volume done and the practice. Pant also talked about the best practice facilities at the COE and how they helped him get fit for playing. And as I said before, COE, you'll find one of the best practice facilities also, it's not just a rehab place. You come here for practice also, you have three big rounds, you have like 60 wickets for practice, you get centre wicket practice. If a person wants to practice here, I think this is one of the best places. You can have your own space, you can come here to practice. And that's what I did because, you know, this is your own safe place where you feel very safe coming here. Pant also talked about the best practice facilities at the COE and how they helped him get fit for playing. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Though Pant failed to score much in his first outing in the unofficial test against South Africa A, the fact that he is back in the field is a good omen for the team ahead of the upcoming series against South Africa. Article Source: IANS

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Dr. Mandaviya To Discuss Fitness, Wellness With Top Celebrities At National Fitness & Wellness Conclave In Mumbai

Union Sports Secretary Hari Ranjan: Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, and Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Raksha Nikhil Khadse, will grace the National Fitness & Wellness Conclave, which will be held on Saturday (November 1) at The Trident Hotel, Mumbai. The conclave, a landmark event celebrating Indias growing fitness and wellness movement, will also be attended by Union Sports Secretary Hari Ranjan Rao and Indian Olympic Association President P.T. Usha. Bringing together the countrys foremost voices in sports, cinema, lifestyle, and wellness, the conclave will feature participation from Rohit Shetty, 2012 London Olympics medallist Saina Nehwal, Cricket World Cup winner Harbhajan Singh, Saiyami Kher, and Jackky Bhagnani, among many more prominent personalities who embody the spirit of fitness and perseverance. Through engaging panel discussions and sessions, the National Fitness & Wellness Conclave will serve as a premier platform to discuss Indias evolving fitness ecosystem, exploring its business potential, societal importance, and role in shaping a healthier future. This is the time to consolidate the business of wellness and fitness. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had already set the ball rolling with the Fit India movement, and we all have to come together to take this forward. India is a young nation, but with a high rate of lifestyle diseases. We must all join hands to conquer this. I am delighted that so many top celebrities have come forward to take the mission of fitness and wellness forward, said Dr. Mandaviya. A series of engaging panel discussions will see eminent guests from diverse fields share their perspectives on the importance of fitness and holistic well-being. Highlighting the intersection of fitness and entertainment, filmmaker Rohit Shetty will also share insights from his personal fitness journey and reflect on the role of cinema in promoting a culture of health and fitness among the masses. Olympian Nehwal will also narrate tales from her fitness struggle at the height of her career. This is the time to consolidate the business of wellness and fitness. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had already set the ball rolling with the Fit India movement, and we all have to come together to take this forward. India is a young nation, but with a high rate of lifestyle diseases. We must all join hands to conquer this. I am delighted that so many top celebrities have come forward to take the mission of fitness and wellness forward, said Dr. Mandaviya. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score A key segment of the conclave will showcase the initiatives and milestones of the Fit India Movement, underlining its commitment to creating a fitter, stronger, and more self-reliant Bharat. The event will conclude with a felicitation ceremony honouring Fit India Ambassadors and Fit India Icons for their inspiring contributions to the nations fitness mission. Article Source: IANS

Rashid three-for, Ibrahim fifty lead Afghanistan to series win

A rapid powerplay meant the Afghanistan batters were never troubled during their chase of 126