Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane says Team India wants to overcome challenges away from home

Performing overseas has been a bit of a weakness of Indian cricket especially if you look at performances in places like Australia and South Africa.

Jul 15, 2017, 11:02 AM IST

Never ever felt insecure doing 12th man's duties: Ajinkya Rahane

The elegant right-hander made a successful comeback into the ODI playing XI with 336 runs from five ODIs at an average of 67.20 including a hundred and three half-centuries.

Jul 14, 2017, 22:45 PM IST

Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar lead wishes on social media as Mithali Raj becomes all-time women's ODI top-scorer

Mithali's 6000-run milestone was achieved with a huge six off leg-break bowler Kirsten Beams as she received a standing ovation from the Indian bench.

Jul 12, 2017, 18:38 PM IST

Virat Kohli tops ICC ODI rankings for batsmen, MS Dhoni gains three places to stand 12th

In the MRF Tyres ICC ODI Player Rankings, there are a number of movements but the top five batsmen, bowlers and all-rounders have remained unchanged.

Jul 11, 2017, 20:52 PM IST

WI vs IND, one-off T20I: Our focus is not on Chris Gayle, they have got 11 other players, says Ajinkya Rahane

One thing to worry about for the Indians is the inclusion of swashbuckling batsman Chris Gayle into the 13-man squad. The left-handed batsman has been the best when considered T20 cricket. The southpaw will be marking a return after 16 months, and too in a match venued at his hometown.

Jul 09, 2017, 15:24 PM IST

WI vs IND: MS Dhoni isn't the only one to be blamed for Team India's loss in fourth ODI, says Sunil Gavaskar

MS Dhoni scored 54 runs off 114 balls as India failed to chase down 190-run target in the fourth ODI against West Indies.

Jul 04, 2017, 10:17 AM IST

WI vs IND 2017: Sanjay Bangar blames batsmen for loss to Windies in 4th ODI

Chasing a modest 190 for win, the Indian willow-wielders found the going tough on a two-paced Antigua pitch to lose the fourth ODI by 11 runs and allow the West Indies to stay alive in the five-match series.

Jul 03, 2017, 11:17 AM IST

Virat Kohli must define Ajinkya Rahane's role in Indian Team, feels Sourav Ganguly

Another player from the squad that has caught the likeness of the legend is chinaman bowler Kuldeep Yadav, who has already scalped six wickets in the two matches he played.

Jul 02, 2017, 14:50 PM IST

Back-in-form Ajinkya Rahane says he never doubted his limited overs game

Rahane has scores of 62, 103 and 72 to show for his efforts as an opener in the current West Indies tour in the absence of Rohit Sharma and is ready to make every chance count.

Jul 01, 2017, 14:39 PM IST

He stepped in when we needed runs, skipper Virat Kohli lavishes praise on MS Dhoni

With this ravishing performance of his, the Ranchi-based cricketer became the second highest run-getter as a wicketkeeper in ODI history ith 9442 runs from 294 matches.

Jul 01, 2017, 11:14 AM IST

West Indies vs India, 3rd ODI: MS Dhoni, spinners give India unassailable 2-0 series lead

India overcame a bad start to post 251 for four on a slowish surface, largely due to the efforts of Dhoni (78 no off 79), Kedar Jadhav (40 no off 26) and Ajinkya Rahane (72 off 112).

Jul 01, 2017, 08:40 AM IST

India's tour of West Indies: Virat Kohli & Co eye unassailable lead in third ODI

The presence of young all-rounders Hardik Pandya and Kedar Jadhav gives the visiting side's batting solidity, and off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's ability with the bat is well-documented.

Jun 29, 2017, 14:39 PM IST

India's tour of West Indies: Skipper Virat Kohli hints at Rishabh Pant's inclusion for third ODI

After a crushing 105-run victory over West Indies in the second ODI, Indian skipper Virat Kohli has now hinted towards experimenting with his squad. This could serve as an opportunity for Rishabh Pant to display his potential with the bat when the team heads to Antigua for the third encounter on June 30.

Jun 26, 2017, 13:21 PM IST

Virat Kohli showers praise on Ajinkya Rahane, Kuldeep Yadav for India's victory over West Indies in 2nd ODI

Rahane completed his third ODI century in the 34th over though he was dismissed soonafter.

Jun 26, 2017, 10:32 AM IST

Ajinkya Rahane shine, Kuldeep Yadav guide India to 105-run victory over hapless West Indies in 2nd ODI

Rahane`s well-paced 103 in another dominant opening partnership with Shikhar Dhawan (63) set the tone for the tourists after they were put in to bat in heavily overcast and damp conditions.

Jun 26, 2017, 08:47 AM IST

West Indies vs India: Ajinkya Rahane will open in all 5 ODIs, reveals Virat Kohli

Rohit, who opened for India along with Shikhar Dhawan in the just-concluded Champions Trophy in the United Kingdom, has been rested for the West Indies tour.

Jun 22, 2017, 23:37 PM IST

WATCH: Rohit Sharma reveals Team India's 'Baahubali' and it's not MS Dhoni or Virat Kohli

Ever since the cult Bollywood movie Baahubali hit the theatres, fans across the world have been comparing their heroes with the characters of the film.

Jun 08, 2017, 09:10 AM IST

WATCH: Virat Kohli & Co get new Team India jersey on the eve of crucial ICC Champions Trophy opener

The Indian team will now sport the new blue jersey during the tournament.

Jun 03, 2017, 19:46 PM IST

WATCH: Virat Kohli hits STUNNING straight drive for a four in India-New Zealand warm-up game

India, chasing a 190-run target, were firmly in control at 129/3 after 26 overs when rain interrupted the play.

May 28, 2017, 20:56 PM IST

ICC Champions Trophy: India vs Pakistan – June 4 could give rebirth to Virat Kohli vs Mohammad Amir rivalry

It was then, almost 65 years ago. The rivalry has changed since then. Although not for the fans, who still tear their vocal chords out on terms of patriotism. In terms of cricket, yes indeed. Since the mid 70s India-Pakistan match revolved mostly around fiery Pakistan pacers attacking the classy Indian batting line-up.

May 28, 2017, 09:23 AM IST