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‘Don’t create something which you can’t’: Gambhir on search for next Kapil Dev

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‘Don’t create something which you can’t’: Gambhir on search for next Kapil Dev

The Indian team has emerged as one of the strongest units of any kind, both in home and away conditions. The team has a solid batting lineup with Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and others leading the attack. The speed bowling division has also witnessed an uptick in the charts, while Indian spinners still continue to have a lasting impact in most games.

However, one area where India is still struggling to find representation is the fast bowling all-around slot. Several players such as Irfan Pathan and Hardik Pandya had high hopes over the years but failed to maintain their lead.

Looking at the trend, former India batsman Gautam Gambhir said the BCCI should start developing players domestically for this role and then make them part of the national system.

“Honestly, we’ve been talking about not having an all-rounder since Kapil Dev. So go ahead and try to develop talent at Ranji Trophy and once they’re ready, get them into international cricket,” the former India player told TODAY Sports .

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Gambhir thinks it’s time for the BCCI to embrace this and look for ways to develop A-level youth both at home and in India. He added that the international tour is about transporting, not developing, talent.

“If you don’t have something, don’t go after it. You have to accept it and move on. Don’t try to create something you can’t create; that’s the problem.”

“I’ve always believed that the point of international cricket is to deliver and not to groom someone. Grooming happens domestically and at Indian A-level. When you represent your country, you should be ready to go there and perform directly,” he explained further. Say.

India relies heavily on Pandya to fill the void, but the 28-year-old has barely moved his arm since he underwent successful back surgery in 2019. His batting has also suffered due to his health. Shardul Thakur has become an interesting prospect in his absence, but the 30-year-old is still very raw on the international stage, with just seven Tests and 17 ODIs.

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Mumbai defeats Vidarbha by 169 runs to win the 42nd Ranji Trophy, capping an eight-year reign.

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Mumbai defeats Vidarbha by 169 runs to win the 42nd Ranji Trophy, capping an eight-year reign.

Mumbai overcame Vidarbha by 169 runs in the Wankhede Stadium final on Thursday to end an eight-year drought for a record-tying 42nd Ranji Trophy victory. Vidarbha put up a valiant fight in the second inning to chase a massive 538 runs, but on Day 5, they were eventually bowled out for 368.

Vidarbha put up a valiant battle on Day 5 of the final, with captain Akshay Wadkar and Harsh Dubey leading the team’s struggle against Ajinkya Rahane’s troops. Vidarbha scored 81 runs in the opening session without losing a wicket thanks to the two’s resolute stance at the crease, which frustrated the home team.

Mumbai defeated Vidarbha by a commanding 169 runs in the Ranji Trophy final, putting on an outstanding display.

Following lunch, Wadkar gave Vidarbha’s innings a boost with a magnificent century, showcasing his batting prowess. But when it was time to step it up, Tanush Kotian got his wicket by lbw-ing Wadkar.

Following the captain’s exit, Vidarbha’s batting lineup came under increasing pressure. Even Dubey, who showed fortitude by hitting a steely 65 off 128 deliveries, gave in to the pressure of the scoreboard.

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Mumbai’s bowlers strengthened their hold on the game as the innings went on. Vidarbha’s bottom order offered little resistance as Mumbai quickly completed the innings in just the next 25 deliveries.

Ajinkya Rahane gave the ball to Dhawal Kulkarni in a crucial moment following the loss of the ninth wicket in his final domestic encounter. With just his third ball of the spell, Kulkarni quickly secured the vital wicket of Umesh Yadav, securing Mumbai’s 42nd championship.

Mumbai won their first Ranji Trophy since 2016. The domestic powerhouses increased their lead over other teams in the standings for the most trophies won in the first-class competition. With Karnataka coming in a distant second, no other team has won the Ranji Trophy more times than this one.

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