Ravi Shastri

'Well, the King is back in his territory': Shastri’s message for Kohli’s doubters

Shastri was referring to Kohli’s exceptional performances in Australia thus far - including a fighting Test ton in Adelaide in his first-ever Test tour in 2011/12, a staggering 692 runs at 86.50 from his four Tests during his second visit in 2014 and captaining India to their first-ever series win in the country in 2018/19 during which he scored an exceptional 123 in Perth.

Shastri wants fewer Test teams

Former India player and coach Ravi Shastri said Test cricket must remain competitive and the only way to do so was to have only the relatively stronger teams competing in this format.

'Watch out for him': Shastri expects Dube to set T20 World Cup alight

"Please watch out for (Dube), because he is explosive, he's devastating and he's a match-winner," Shastri told the ICC

‘Watch out for’ Jaiswal and Dube in T20 WC, says Shastri

The duo will be playing their first world cup, beginning next month.

‘Shaheen Shah Afridi is not Wasim Akram’

“What a waste of opportunity on a great batting wicket. Disappointed. Very disappointed," said former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar on X, formerly Twitter.

Free tickets for kids would help fill venues in non-India games, says Sehwag

"With the fading interest in 50-over games, it will definitely help that youngsters get to experience a World Cup game and players get to play in front of a full stadium."

Rohit hits back at 'absolutely rubbish' criticism

Rohit Sharma on Wednesday angrily dismissed suggestions his India side had become overconfident, calling the criticism from former head coach Ravi Shastri "absolutely rubbish".

Shastri tells India to pick new T20 captain

 India need to appoint a new Twenty20 captain and follow England's template to revive their fortunes in that format, former head coach Ravi Shastri said on Thursday.

Shastri, Sehwag, Bhogle slam India after England defeat

Cricketers and pundits slammed India's batting in the second innings as England batsmen Jonny Bairstow and Joe Root hit hundreds to thrash the tourists in the fifth Test on Tuesday.

July 30, 2017
July 30, 2017

India face selection 'dilemma' after massive Sri Lanka win

India's thrashing of Sri Lanka in the first Test has left captain Virat Kohli with a "massive" yet welcome headache as he ponders his team selection for the next match.

July 24, 2017
July 24, 2017

Shastri on mission to keep India at number one

New India coach Ravi Shastri aims to ensure his team remains the world's best Test side when they take on Sri Lanka in the first of three matches.

July 20, 2017
July 20, 2017

No problem working with Dravid, says Shastri

Ravi Shastri answers his critics strongly on the topic of coach assignments and makes it clear that he means no 'disrespect' to individuals who are rich in experience and can contribute to Team India’s cause.

July 19, 2017
July 19, 2017

Shastri wants Tendulkar onboard as consultant

Newly appointed India coach Ravi Shastri wants Sachin Tendulkar as the national team consultant, provided there is no conflict of interest.

July 18, 2017
July 18, 2017

BCCI picks Bharat Arun as bowling coach

The BCCI confirms that Bharat Arun has been included as support stuff in the Indian cricket team, ahead of their tour of Sri Lanka on July 26.

July 15, 2017
July 15, 2017

Ravi Shastri approved but no decision on Rahul Dravid, Zaheer Khan

The Committee of Administrators (CoA) says the Indian cricket team's support staff will be recruited after consultation with head coach Ravi Shastri by July 22, effectively putting on hold Zaheer Khan and Rahul Dravid's appointments.

July 13, 2017
July 13, 2017

Shastri does not want to be a ‘tutor’ to players

Ravi Shastri, who is the new head coach of India cricket team, plans to adopt a more hands-off approach than his predecessor Anil Kumble.

July 11, 2017
July 11, 2017

Shastri hot favourite to be new India coach

Former skipper Ravi Shastri emerges as the front-runner to be the new coach of India, but a final decision remains on hold until captain Virat Kohli has been consulted.

June 28, 2017
June 28, 2017

Shastri to apply for India coach job

Former captain Ravi Shastri will apply to become India's head coach after the national cricket board extend the application deadline following Anil Kumble's shock exit.

June 30, 2016
June 30, 2016

Ganguly hits back at Shastri

A 'disappointed' Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday retaliates to Ravi Shastri's barbs at him by saying that the former team director was living in a "fool's world".