Indian skipper Rohit Sharma feels Ravichandran Ashwin's lack of game time won't be a concern for him in their upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia.
Former Australia cricketer Tom Moody and former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar provided valuable perspectives on India's prospects in the competition.
India skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl against Nepal in the Group A Asia Cup clash on Monday at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium.
The Indian cricketer is expected to be back in time for the Super Stage of the tournament, starting from September 6 onwards. Pace veteran Mohammed Shami, who did not play in the first clash against Pakistan at Kandy, could replace him during the match against Nepal.
Shami has been an integral part of the Indian team, especially in the ODI and Test formats. He made his debut on November 6, 2013, in the home series against West Indies, which is often remembered as 'Master Blaster' Sachin Tendulkar's farewell series.
New Delhi [India], September 2: Eugenix Hair Sciences, a globally renowned leader in hair restoration, proudly announces that top cricketers Ravi Shashtri, Mohammad Azharuddin, Mohammed Shami, and Nick Crompton have placed their trust in Eugenix Hair Sciences for their hair restoration needs
In an exclusive conversation with Star Sports, Shami offered insights into his approach towards high-stakes tournaments like the Asia Cup. Shami's perspective on preparation, focus, and team dynamics shed light on the mindset of a seasoned cricketer in the lead-up to crucial matches.
Mukesh Kumar took the first wicket of the day wicket, dismissing Alick Athanaze at 37. Siraj picked the next wicket of Jason Holder at 15. He bowled an outswinger which got an edge of Holder carrying it to the wicketkeeper.
An eventful day of cricket came to an end with Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane holding down India's fort at the end of Day-4 of the ongoing World Test Championship Final 2023 between India and Australia on Saturday.