What started off as a hunt in Bristol with @sidvee ahead of the 2nd ODI in England ended in Durban during the World Twenty20 a month later, that too on a day he was announced ODI captain. It appeared in Hindustan Times on Sept 20, 07 #DhoniRetires

Trick question? Or not really?

Harsh Dubey's ODI debut was significant beyond the three wickets he picked up against Afghanistan. Before Saturday, Vidarbha's men's international representatives were Prashant Vaidya (who debuted for India while representing Bengal), Umesh Yadav, Faiz Fazal and Jitesh Sharma. Harsh now joins that list. For a region that has increasingly felt over the last decade that its sustained excellence in domestic cricket, across senior and age-group levels, hasn't always translated into national recognition, Harsh's rise - along with Jitesh's - offers something invaluable: hope. A reminder that performances can still be rewarded. And a belief that he won't be the last. Having followed Jitesh into India's colours, Harsh Dubey may well be the trailblazer for the next wave of Vidarbha cricketers waiting on the horizon.

US State dept readout of Jaishankar-Rubio call indicates sharp differences: "Secretary Rubio stressed that all commercial vessels should immediately comply with orders from U.S. forces as they seek to uphold peace and security in the Strait.  He underscored that violations of the U.S. blockade and the illicit transport of Iranian oil will not be tolerated.

A thread that should be archived. Looking forward to it

You cannot ignore when mum's calling, so what it's during a press conference

End of an era! Kane Williamson announces retirement from international cricket. One of the most unsung heroes of the 21st century calls it time on his international career

M for Mystery

Jaspal Rana's loss is for all of Indian sports fraternity, not just a plethora of shining stars on the shooting range. An achiever and a coach who was confident about his abilities, took a stand and took on the system whenever required, we'll need more Jaspal Ranas if Indian sport has to thrive. Someone who came across as a charming and jovial man during our limited interactions, it's a shocking exit for him. Gone too soon!!!

More red cards than goals in the opening game. How bizarre is this World Cup going to be?

The first game, the first goal and the first red card. It's all happening here... #MEXRSA

Dil bole Boom Boom

You forgot a World Cup winning captain and Hall of Famer. Or is it only men who play cricket! @sthalekar93

Anvay Dravid, the younger son of Rahul Dravid, selected in India Under-19 squad. Watch out for him. The squad inclues Aryan Sakpal - a product of Dinesh Lad and the Swami Vivekanand International School in Borivali, Mumbai - the alma mater of Rohit Sharma

Arjun Tendulkar perishes early but Musheer Khan has notched up his second consecutive fifty for ARCS Andheri. Scores 62 off 36 Video courtesy: T20 Mumbai League/ MCA

Haha

The selection panels may disagree. They may challenge. They may punish. But increasingly, decisions appear linked more to long-term planning than personality clashes. This does not automatically make every decision correct. But it makes the process easier to understand. - More on India's brave transition and the various layers surrounding it. thehindu.com/sport/cricket/t… Looks like we are heading into a very interesting phase

Suryakumar Yadav is involved in a heated argument over whether Hitesh Kadam has spent enough time on the field for bowling after getting treated in the dug out. The umpires stick to their stance and Surya is forced to change the bowler