The Indian cricket team faces a tough decision in choosing a wicketkeeper for the ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan. Former India coach and commentator Sanjay Bangar has weighed in on the debate and chosen KL Rahul as the first-choice wicketkeeper over Rishabh Pant. Bangar credits Rahul's performance both as a batsman and wicketkeeper in the 2023 World Cup for his pick. Rahul, who has played 77 ODI matches, has an impressive record of 2851 runs at an average of 49.15 whereas Pant has struggled in the format, with an average of 33.50 in 31 games.
The latest episode of Star Sports' Deep Point featured a discussion between experts Sanjay Manjrekar and Sanjay Bangar on Suryakumar Yadav's rise to becoming India's T20I captain and best batter. Manjrekar and Bangar delved into Yadav's incredible journey from playing for KKR with just two shots to now being hailed as the world's best T20I batter. They also discussed Yadav's potential as a leader for the next generation of T20 talent in India, with his impressive captaincy record so far.
Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar showed his support for Team India's decision to bring in Ravindra Jadeja in place of Ravichandran Ashwin for the third test match of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. Bangar praised Jadeja's prowess in overseas conditions and highlighted his valuable contributions with both the bat and ball. However, questions remain whether Jadeja's past success in spin-friendly wickets will translate to the fast-paced 'Gabba' pitch. The match was off to a slow start with rain interrupting play after only 13.2 overs were bowled.
Anaya, daughter of former cricketer and coach Sanjay Bangar, has bravely shared her journey of hormone replacement therapy and gender reassignment surgery on social media. Despite facing challenges and hurdles, she remains determined to continue pursuing her passion for cricket while embracing her true identity as a transwoman. Anaya's powerful reel documenting the effects of the therapy not only sheds light on her personal journey, but also raises awareness about the use of HRT in gender transition.
Anaya Bangar, the son of former Indian cricketer and coach Sanjay Bangar, made headlines when he announced his transition from Aryan to embracing his true self. But as a transgender individual in the cricketing world, Anaya faced roadblocks in the form of the International Cricket Council's decision to ban transgender athletes from participating in women's cricket. While the ICC claims to protect the integrity of the game, Anaya's personal transformation has sparked debates on inclusivity and the challenges faced by transgender individuals in sports.
Former Indian batting coach Sanjay Bangar has stirred up controversy with his current favourite World Test XI. Picking seven Indian players, Bangar included retired legend Rahul Dravid but left out England's Joe Root and Australia's Steve Smith. With India dominating the squad, Bangar's choices have raised eyebrows, leaving out the top three run-scorers in World Test Championship history.
Even though Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli has been facing challenges on the field during the T20 World Cup 2024, his brand value continues to soar according to a consultancy firm. Despite a 29% increase in the past year, beating out other popular celebrities like Ranveer Singh and Shah Rukh Khan, Kohli has not been performing well in the tournament, with low scores in recent matches. However, former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar believes that this is just a temporary dip and is confident that Kohli will soon make a big impact in the tournament, especially now that the team has shifted their base to Florida for their final group stage match.
The Indian cricket team, currently competing in the T20 World Cup, took a break from their hectic schedule to enjoy a game of beach volleyball in Barbados. A video of the players, including skipper Virat Kohli, was posted on social media by the BCCI and has since gone viral. Fans were impressed by the players' physique and hailed them for giving them "fitness goals". Despite Kohli's lackluster performance in the tournament so far, former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar believes it is just the "calm before the storm" and pointed out that the challenging pitches in New York could be a factor. With their final group stage match against Canada in Florida, Kohli and his team will have a chance to add some runs to their name before the Super Eight stage.
Despite the often flashy and opulent world of professional sports, it is often the small gestures and key support that can make a big difference in a player's success. This has been exemplified by Punjab Kings' Ashutosh Sharma in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, who has proven his worth as more than just a 'slogger' thanks to the belief and support of the team's Head of Cricket Development, Sanjay Bangar.
In a thrilling match against the Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings batter Ashutosh Sharma displayed an exceptional innings, hitting seven sixes, including a dream sweep shot off Jasprit Bumrah. Despite his valiant effort, MI ultimately edged past PBKS by nine runs thanks to Jasprit Bumrah and Gerald Coetzee's superb bowling spells and Suryakumar Yadav's scintillating knock. Ashutosh's performance, along with his reveal of a motivational conversation with team coach Sanjay Bangar, has captivated fans and brought attention to his potential in the world of cricket.