Sunil Gavaskar

Sunil Gavaskar reacts to SA coach's 'Grovel' comment, defends India-SA ties

Gavaskar reminded fans of the positive collaboration between the two cricketing nations, noting India's role in South Africa's re-entry into international cricket after more than 20 years of isolation

Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar hails Virat Kohli as the 'ODI G.O.A.T'

Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar on Sunday hailed Virat Kohli as the greatest one-day cricketer of all time, saying the Indian icon's world-record tally of centuries underline his unmatched stature in the format. Kohli on Sunday brought up his 52nd ODI century, amassing 135 off 120 balls to help India post 349 for 8 against South Africa in the first ODI. "I don't think there's any doubt about that. I mean, it's not just me. I think those who have played with him and against him, they all agree that he is the greatest in the one-day format," Gavaskar told Jiostar. "Look, you scored 52 hundreds. That actually sets you up right up there in stratosphere, so to speak." The former India captain pointed out that even Australia's Ricky Ponting had acknowledged Kohli's brilliance. "I just heard that Ricky Ponting said that Kohli's the best that he's seen in one-day cricket. I mean, when an Australian captain says that -- and everyone will agree that it is rare, very rare to get praise from

MCA museum honours Gavaskar with statue, legend left 'at a loss for words'

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Saturday said he was at loss for words and overwhelmed after his statue was unveiled during the inauguration of the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum here at the Wankhede Stadium. The statue of the former captain was unveiled alongside former BCCI and ICC president Sharad Pawar, with the museum set to be opened for general public on September 22. I am actually at a loss for words because I am overwhelmed by this unique honour. It doesn't happen to everybody that there is a statue just outside the museum where there is going to be so much more footfall, Gavaskar told the media. The Mumbai Cricket Association, I've said in the past, is like my mother, (it) held my hand when I was beginning with cricket at the school's level, playing for Bombay schools. "Thereafter as well, for Ranji Trophy etc. It's been absolutely just a privilege and an honour and a blessing to be able to play for Mumbai and I never ever dreamt that it would come to this. Gavaskar's statu

Gavaskar, Pawar to be honoured with life-size statues at MCA museum

Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar and former BCCI President Sharad Pawar will be honoured with life-size statues at the entrance of the new Mumbai Cricket Association's museum, the governing body said on Thursday. The 'MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum' will be inaugurated in the second half of August and located at the Wankhede Stadium, as a tribute to Mumbai's rich cricketing heritage and the legendary figures who have shaped its success. At the museum's entrance, visitors will be welcomed by life-size statues of Shri Sharad Pawar and cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar who remains one of Mumbai's and India's most iconic sporting figures, the MCA said in a release. Gavaskar's statue, in particular, stands as a symbol of excellence and dedication that will inspire aspiring young cricketers for generations to come," it added. Gavaskar said in a statement that he is deeply touched and honoured with the gesture. I am deeply touched and tremendously honoured that my mother Cricket Association

Gill surpasses Gavaskar as Indian captain with most runs in a Test series

Gill also needs just one more century to break Gavaskar's record for most centuries by an Indian player in a Test series

Gavaskar to Gill: Most runs by an Indian captain in a single Test series

Gill is also just 77 runs away from Sunil Gavaskar's all-time highest runs scored by an Indian player in a Test series record

Gavaskar hints Gambhir, not Gill, had final say in Kuldeep's exclusion

Gavaskar firmly believes that team decisions must be made by the captain, independent of external influence, including that of the head coach.

Cricket's spirit lives: Wiaan Mulder's humility reveres the game's legacy

What South African Captain Wiaan Mulder did is out of character with the times, but it shows humility and reverence for the spirit of this great game

Gill pips Gavaskar to become highest run-scorer in a Test match: full list

Gill has continued to soar to new heights as a batter ever since he took over the Indian captaincy

Gill, Iyer and Pant top contenders for India's captaincy: Gavaskar

Gavaskar expressed that the IPL serves as an excellent arena for developing leadership skills, given its fast-paced and high-stakes nature

Don't see Rohit, Kohli in India's 2027 ICC ODI World Cup squad: Gavaskar

To be honest, unless they hit a golden patch, scoring hundreds consistently, I don't see them being part of the 2027 squad, says Sunil Gavaskar

My duty is to young fans, not to commentary boxes: Gambhir slams Gavaskar

Gavaskar, in his column, wondered if Gambhir would take a larger cut - like the Rs 2.5 crore bonus that was once offered to Dravid after the T20 World Cup win in 2024

Asia Cup controversy: Ex-PAK players criticise Sunil Gavaskar; Here's why

Appearing on an Indian news channel, Gavaskar commented that the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) traditionally aligns its decisions with the stance of the Indian government.

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni chose to play only for CSK's best interest - Gavaskar

Gavaskar suggested that Dhoni, should he continue, would only do so if it aligns with the long-term benefit of the team

Gavaskar questions Gambhir over Champions Trophy 2025 reward distribution

Ex-Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar raised questions about whether Gambhir would follow the lead of his predecessor, Rahul Dravid, who chose to share his prize money equally with the support staff.

Champions Trophy: PAK will find it hard to beat India's B team - Gavaskar

Pakistan's cricket team continued to invite scathing criticism a day after being knocked out of the Champions Trophy with the great Sunil Gavaskar saying that it would struggle to beat even a second-string Indian team. India, the 2023 ODI World Cup finalists, defeated defending champions Pakistan by six wickets in the Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday, continuing their dominance over the arch-rivals. "I think a B team (from India) certainly (can give Pakistan a run for their money). C team, I am not too sure. But a B team will be very, very hard to beat for Pakistan in their current form," Gavaskar said on 'Sports Today'. Pakistan, hosting an ICC tournament for the first time since 1996, were knocked out of the Champions Trophy after New Zealand beat Bangladesh in another Group A match. Pakistan are still winless in the event. Since winning the Champions Trophy in 2017, Pakistan's cricketing fortunes have declined, with the team finishing fifth in the last two ODI World Cups. "I

Gavaskar exclaimed with surprise over Kohli's move to stop the throw

Kohli stopped a direct throw made by the Pakistani fielder on the last ball of the 21st over

Gavaskar urges Kohli to change his batting approach before IND vs PAK in CT

Gavaskar believes Kohli's tendency to open the face of the bat while playing through the covers is making him vulnerable

India vs Pakistan: The Greatest Rivalry on Netflix release date and cast

The documentary will give fans inside stories from some of the epic matches between India and Pakistan throughout their history of cricket

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 trophy tour begins in India at Wankhede Stadium

Indian cricket legends including Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma, and Ajinkya Rahane posed with the coveted trophy on Monday