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From a fruit juice seller’s cart outside Mohali Stadium to Gujarat Titans’ dugout, Avinash Kumar’s journey is extraordinary. Once a failed cricketer, he became Shubman Gill’s trusted side-arm thrower, shaping his batting and standing by him in tough phases. In return, Gill stood by Avinash and his family.

Top sports surgeon Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala explains Jasprit Bumrah's limited Test appearances in England were due to workload management following back surgery. Pardiwala highlights the immense stress fast bowling places on the body, particularly the lower back, making bowlers prone to injuries.

Approaching 35, Mohammed Shami, despite subtle hints to retire, remains determined, eyeing the 2027 World Cup. In a Duleep Trophy match, his first red-ball game since November 2024, Shami focused on accuracy over speed, testing his body after injury. He bowled 17 overs, finding success in his third spell and eventually claiming a wicket late in the day.

With performances in the IPL being considered even for Test selection, one feels the era of single format players, who prioritise only the five-day version, may be over.