Virat Kohli can be an option for captaincy if India look beyond Rohit Sharma: Former selector MSK Prasad
1 year, 5 months ago

Virat Kohli can be an option for captaincy if India look beyond Rohit Sharma: Former selector MSK Prasad

India Today  

Former selector MSK Prasad has said that India superstar batter Virat Kohli could be considered as an option to take over the captaincy if the management decides to move on from Rohit Sharma. India's tour of West Indies: Full Coverage Speaking to Khel Now, Prasad said if Ajinkya Rahane can come back to the team as vice-captain, then Kohli can also become captain, especially if the team management wants to take away the captaincy from Rohit. In case selectors are thinking beyond Rohit, I don’t know whether they are thinking but if they are thinking beyond Rohit, then I think Virat can also be an option,” said Prasad. Speaking about future Indian captains, Prasad said injured wicket-keeping batter Rishabh Pant is in the fray but needs to find full fitness and get back on the field first.

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I won't be surprised if Virat Kohli captains Test team again: Adam Gilchrist
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I won't be surprised if Virat Kohli captains Test team again: Adam Gilchrist

India Today  

Legendary Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist has voiced concerns about Jasprit Bumrah becoming India's full-time Test captain, citing workload challenges. While expressing doubts about Rohit Sharma’s future in the format, Gilchrist said he wouldn't be surprised if Virat Kohli agrees to take up the leadership role in the longest format of the game. Jasprit Bumrah, who led India to a win …

Virat Kohli hits new low in latest ICC Test rankings, drops out of top 25 after 12 years
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Virat Kohli hits new low in latest ICC Test rankings, drops out of top 25 after 12 years

India TV News  

Virat Kohli failed to revive his downfall in Test cricket after struggling for form in the recent Boder-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. After scoring just 190 runs in the five-match Test series in Australia, the star Indian batter slipped out of the top 25 in the ICC Test batting rankings. He last witnessed a place out of the top 25 ICC Test …

Virat or Rohit, no player is bigger than the game: Harbhajan fumes at star culture
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Virat or Rohit, no player is bigger than the game: Harbhajan fumes at star culture

India Today  

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh has come down heavily on senior players, saying that selection in the Indian team should be based on performance instead of reputation after series loss against Australia. Commenting on their poor form, Harbhajan suggested getting rid of the superstar culture in the Indian team and asked the duo to play county cricket before the England …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to 'not retire on their own' as BCCI hell-bent to solve dilemma after Pathan, Gavaskar's rant
3 days, 3 hours ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to 'not retire on their own' as BCCI hell-bent to solve dilemma after Pathan, Gavaskar's rant

Hindustan Times  

Former India cricketers Irfan Pathan and Sunil Gavaskar fumed at the superstar culture in Indian cricket and the lack of commitment to playing in domestic cricket tournaments amid the struggles in international cricket. Their comments were completely directed towards India's two senior batters, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who had a disastrous tour of Australia. India's captain Rohit Sharma, left, …

Virat Kohli in 'no mood' to retire, but may not be able to justify selection for England tour: 'It would be very hard…'
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Virat Kohli in 'no mood' to retire, but may not be able to justify selection for England tour: 'It would be very hard…'

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli’s struggles in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy have intensified questions about the future of his Test career. India's Virat Kohli reacts on his dismissal on day two of the fifth Test match between Australia and India at the Sydney Cricket Ground At 36, Kohli’s poor run has raised concerns about whether he could retain his place in the side …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir
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Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir

India Today  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir remained reserved about the future of superstar batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in Test cricket, stating that it is up to the players to decide their own futures. Addressing the press after India’s six-wicket loss in the Sydney Test, which led to conceding the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Gambhir said he is confident that the two …

King dethroned? A not-so-perfect ending to Virat Kohli's Australian fairytale
4 days, 7 hours ago

King dethroned? A not-so-perfect ending to Virat Kohli's Australian fairytale

India Today  

They say all good things must come to an end, and it seems like a dream fairytale has just reached its conclusion. | Sydney Test: Full Scorecard | Virat Kohli's journey on Australian soil has been a roller-coaster of emotions. With India not scheduled to play a Test series in Australia until the end of 2027, Virat Kohli may not …

‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark
4 days, 8 hours ago

‘Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play County cricket’: Manjrekar’s brutal message to selectors in ‘retirement’ remark

Hindustan Times  

The Indian cricket team is currently going through a tough phase, which has been made worse by veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s continued batting struggles. Indian cricket team Head coach Gautam Gambhir with captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during a practice session. But clearly, there is a technical problem and now; there is a problem of confidence as …

‘Plate pe saja ke nahi dia’: Rohit Sharma opens up on passing captaincy to next-gen; namedrops Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni
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‘Plate pe saja ke nahi dia’: Rohit Sharma opens up on passing captaincy to next-gen; namedrops Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni

Live Mint  

With the Indian skipper Rohit Sharma 'opted out' of the fifth and final Test against Australia at Sydney in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy, questions started being raised who may be the next captain of India. But Rohit, who quashed away his retirement rumours, also stated that the next Indian captain must earn that tag by understanding its weight. When …

Masterclass: Acting captain Virat Kohli earns praise in Sydney Test after India take lead
5 days, 7 hours ago

Masterclass: Acting captain Virat Kohli earns praise in Sydney Test after India take lead

India Today  

The Indian cricket team fans were left in awe of Virat Kohli's captaincy after India were able to bundle out Australia for 181 runs and take the lead in the Sydney Test. AUS vs IND, Sydney Test Day 2: Live Updates Beau Webster and Pat Cummins were able to frustrate India for a bit before Nitish Reddy came in to …

Virat Kohli's future in Test cricket depends on Indian selectors: Sunil Gavaskar
5 days, 7 hours ago

Virat Kohli's future in Test cricket depends on Indian selectors: Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has opened up about Virat Kohli’s future in Test cricket. He emphasised the importance of looking ahead, especially considering who will be available for the 2027 World Test Championship final. What I’ve been emphasising over the last 8–10 days is that we need to consider who will be available for the 2027 World Test Championship …

Rohit Sharma ‘no more’ part of selectors’ plan for Tests post BGT, talks with Virat Kohli on: Report
5 days, 21 hours ago

Rohit Sharma ‘no more’ part of selectors’ plan for Tests post BGT, talks with Virat Kohli on: Report

Live Mint  

Amidst the Indian skipper Rohit Sharma 'opted out' of the fifth and final Test against Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground, a report by Indian Express said that Rohit is no more a part of the selectors' plan beyond the Australia tour when it comes to red-ball cricket. Coming back to the questioned if Rohit 'opted out' or forced to 'opt …

Virat Kohli risks suffering Rohit Sharma-like fate, puts Ravi Shastri's belief in jeopardy amid reluctance to learn
5 days, 21 hours ago

Virat Kohli risks suffering Rohit Sharma-like fate, puts Ravi Shastri's belief in jeopardy amid reluctance to learn

Hindustan Times  

Seven out of seven. The Sydney Cricket Ground, and the final Test of a five-Test rubber that seemed to have started a million years back, offered him one last chance to leave an indelible mark in a must-win game if India are to keep their World Test Championship finals hopes alive and retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Kohli could have been …

Selectors inform Rohit Sharma he is no longer needed in Tests, to meet Virat Kohli to plan next stage of Indian cricket
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5 days, 21 hours ago

Selectors inform Rohit Sharma he is no longer needed in Tests, to meet Virat Kohli to plan next stage of Indian cricket

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma opted to "rest" for the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. During the toss, Jasprit Bumrah walked out as the visitors' captain, and it was then that he revealed Rohit decided to "rest" from the crucial Sydney Test, where India have a chance to level the five-match series and …

'Sorry Kohli, we want Bumrah':Fans divided after reports say Virat Kohli will replace Rohit Sharma as Team India captain
6 days, 20 hours ago

'Sorry Kohli, we want Bumrah':Fans divided after reports say Virat Kohli will replace Rohit Sharma as Team India captain

Hindustan Times  

The Indian cricket dressing room is far from tranquil, with numerous controversies swirling around. Among the chatter, one report has taken social media by storm—Virat Kohli is set to replace Rohit Sharma as captain for the upcoming final Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney, Australia. Fans prefer Jasprit Bumrah over Virat Kohli as the next captain of the …

'Knowing he doesn't have lot of time left...': AUS great snubs Rohit Sharma's struggles, backs ODI 'master' Virat Kohli
1 week ago

'Knowing he doesn't have lot of time left...': AUS great snubs Rohit Sharma's struggles, backs ODI 'master' Virat Kohli

Hindustan Times  

All is not well within the Indian setup at the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with reports of unrest within the dressing room following India's defeat in Melbourne. The side trails 1-2 with the final Test in Sydney, and two of its batting stalwarts, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, seem to be at the forefront of the concerns. India's Virat Kohli and captain …

Who could be the eager 'interim Indian captain' saying 'juniors aren't ready'? All hints point towards a familiar face
1 week ago

Who could be the eager 'interim Indian captain' saying 'juniors aren't ready'? All hints point towards a familiar face

Hindustan Times  

In the wake of India’s poor run in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, it seems cracks have appeared within the Indian dressing room. India's Rohit Sharma talks to his teammates before play on day five of the fourth Test against Australia It was reported by the Indian Express that the senior member has portrayed himself as the ‘Mr Fix-It’ to the …

Time for Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to retire? Ravi Shastri reacts to MCG flop shows
1 week, 3 days ago

Time for Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to retire? Ravi Shastri reacts to MCG flop shows

India Today  

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has backed Virat Kohli to continue playing Test cricket for "3 to 4 more years". SHASTRI EXPLAINS Virat Kohli scored a century in Perth during the first Test of the series but has struggled since, with Australia consistently troubling the star batter with their disciplined bowling outside the off-stump. Rohit's struggles were evident even …

‘In his element': Virat Kohli sparks captaincy buzz online after instructing teammates against Australia at the MCG
1 week, 4 days ago

‘In his element': Virat Kohli sparks captaincy buzz online after instructing teammates against Australia at the MCG

Hindustan Times  

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, once again stole the spotlight during the fourth Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Melbourne, Australia. On Day 4 of the match, despite not officially leading the team, Virat’s animated on-field presence—offering tactical advice, adjusting field placements, and engaging bowlers—ignited speculation about his potential return to captaincy. Fielding at second slip during Australia’s second innings, the …

'Virat Kohli back as captain' as animated gestures on Day 4 in presence of Rohit Sharma leaves commentators guessing
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1 week, 4 days ago

'Virat Kohli back as captain' as animated gestures on Day 4 in presence of Rohit Sharma leaves commentators guessing

Hindustan Times  

It hasn't been a series to remember for Rohit Sharma so far. Amid the chatter, Virat Kohli sparked a fresh hope among fans on social media as his animated field gestures on Day 4 of the fourth Test left fans wondering if he had taken over the captaincy role again. India's Virat Kohli reacts on day four of the fourth …

Virat Kohli back as captain? Star batter at his animated best, sets fields at MCG
1 week, 4 days ago

Virat Kohli back as captain? Star batter at his animated best, sets fields at MCG

India Today  

Virat Kohli was at his animated best on the morning of Day 4 during the Boxing Day Test against Australia. A live wire on the field at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, he was constantly in captain Rohit Sharma's ear, bringing a palpable energy to the Indian side. In addition to his constant chatter aimed at the two Australian openers, Kohli …

Champions Trophy 2025: Virat Kohli Nears Iconic World Record In IND-PAK Clash
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1 week, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Virat Kohli Nears Iconic World Record In IND-PAK Clash

ABP News  

Virat Kohli in Champions Trophy 2025: Former Indian captain Virat Kohli, a legend in the world of cricket, is on the verge of achieving a remarkable milestone during ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Virat Kohli, who has retired from T20Is, will not feature in the T20I matches but is expected to play in the ODI series against England. Following the England …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma To Retire After IND vs AUS Tests, Miss Out On Champions Trophy?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma To Retire After IND vs AUS Tests, Miss Out On Champions Trophy?

ABP News  

Ravichandran Ashwin's surprise retirement during the ongoing IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy has sparked speculation about other senior players, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, potentially retiring soon. Also on ABP Live | 'Anushka Found Virat Crying': Varun Dhawan's Emotional Revelation About 'Captain Kohli' - WATCH Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli'ss decisions regarding retirement may depend on India's performance in …

'Virat Kohli spends good amount of time in UK so...': RCB Team Director reveals India legend's role in auction strategy
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'Virat Kohli spends good amount of time in UK so...': RCB Team Director reveals India legend's role in auction strategy

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru let go of Mohammed Siraj and Glenn Maxwell in the Indian Premier League mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, but the franchise managed to pick up the likes of Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, and Krunal Pandya. RCB Team Director Mo Bobat has now revealed what Virat Kohli had to say about the squad …

What are the chances of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli following R Ashwin into Test retirement as early as next year?
2 weeks, 6 days ago

What are the chances of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli following R Ashwin into Test retirement as early as next year?

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma has never shied away from taking responsibility, especially since he became India’s all-format captain in March 2022. How long do you think will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma continue to play Tests for India? The next two Tests in Australia will go a long way towards how the future shapes up – whether Rohit is around in Old …

RCB Director of Cricket dissects Virat Kohli’s batting template for IPL 2025: ‘Got no doubt that he’ll want to…’
2 weeks, 6 days ago

RCB Director of Cricket dissects Virat Kohli’s batting template for IPL 2025: ‘Got no doubt that he’ll want to…’

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Yash Dayal ahead of the IPL 2024 auction. During the auction in Jeddah, RCB spent ₹2 crores each on Aussie pacer Josh Hazlewood, Englishman Phil Salt, veteran India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, English all-rounder Liam Livingstone, India all-rounder Krunal Pandya, Aussie Tim David and former player Devdutt Padikkal. Going into IPL 2025, …

Virat Kohli Set To Relocate To London With Family, Says Former Coach
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli Set To Relocate To London With Family, Says Former Coach

ABP News  

Virat Kohli's childhood coach, Rajkumar Sharma, has confirmed that the former Indian captain plans to move to London with his family after his retirement. Over the past few years, Virat and his wife Anushka Sharma have often been spotted in the city during breaks from Kohli's cricket commitments. Also on ABP Live | 'He Was Being Humiliated': Ravichandran Ashwin's Father …

Virat Kohli to ‘leave India’; former India captain to settle abroad with Anushka Sharma, Vamika, Akaay post retirement
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli to ‘leave India’; former India captain to settle abroad with Anushka Sharma, Vamika, Akaay post retirement

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli is set to leave India and spend the rest of his life with his wife, Anushka Sharma, daughter Vamika and son Akaay in London, according to his childhood coach, Rajkumar Yadav. The former India captain is currently with the Indian cricket team on their tour to Australia in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. However, right now, Kohli is spending …

Defeats galore and runs dry up: Is it the beginning of the end of Rohit Sharma's Test captaincy?
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Defeats galore and runs dry up: Is it the beginning of the end of Rohit Sharma's Test captaincy?

India TV News  

After India’s unexpected 0-3 Test series loss at home against New Zealand, Rohit Sharma said, "We are allowed one such performance in 12 years,” and some of us seemed to have accepted his reasoning given India’s success in red-ball cricket in the last few years. Image Source : INDIA TVRohit Sharma's downfall as Test captain in 2024 In the 2024-25 …

The captains' clash: Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli in Tests, white-ball cricket
4 weeks ago

The captains' clash: Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli in Tests, white-ball cricket

India Today  

Few debates in Indian cricket stir as much fervour as the comparison between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli: Record in SENA Countries The ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy is Rohit's second Test series as a captain in SENA countries. Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli: Runs as Test Captain While Kohli has been a more dominating captain than …

OTD in 2014: Virat Kohli took charge of India's Test captaincy in Adelaide
1 month ago

OTD in 2014: Virat Kohli took charge of India's Test captaincy in Adelaide

India Today  

On December 9, 2014, Virat Kohli stepped into his first Test match as captain for India during the Adelaide Test against Australia. This match marked the beginning of a new era for Indian cricket, as Kohli’s aggressive and fearless leadership style came to the forefront. Memorable victories under his leadership include the 2–1 series win in Australia during 2018-19, marking …

Rohit Sharma matches Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni with horror run as Test captain
1 month ago

Rohit Sharma matches Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni with horror run as Test captain

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma's return to the team after his short family break was not successful. Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, Datta Gaekwad and MK Pataudi are the five others to have lost 4 or more Test matches in a row as an India captain. IND vs AUS, 2nd Test: Highlights | Full Scorecard India captains who have lost …

Watch: Virat Kohli injured? Batter seen bandaged in Adelaide training
1 month ago

Watch: Virat Kohli injured? Batter seen bandaged in Adelaide training

India Today  

As Rohit Sharma-led India aims to extend their winning momentum in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, a video of star batter Virat Kohli receiving medical attention for a possible knee niggle has left fans concerned. The clip, which emerged from India’s training session ahead of the Day-Night Test in Adelaide starting from December 6, showed the team’s medical staff bandaging Kohli’s …

Watch: Massive crowd gathers to watch Virat Kohli's practice session in Adelaide
1 month ago

Watch: Massive crowd gathers to watch Virat Kohli's practice session in Adelaide

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli practiced hard with the other team members in Adelaide on Tuesday, December 3 ahead of the second Test against Australia. Watch the video here: Virat Kohli defines the true Aura🗿âœè pic.twitter.com/Ly2rSVNrVF — Sachin VK 18 December 3, 2024 Kohli recently found his form back as he scored a magnificent 100* during the second innings of …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli to return as RCB skipper? R Ashwin comments on scenario
1 month, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli to return as RCB skipper? R Ashwin comments on scenario

India Today  

R Ashwin feels that Virat Kohli will be stepping in as Royal Challengers Benagluru's new captain during the IPL 2025 season. Speaking on his YouTube channel, the spinner said that the Indian star would take up the role as Bengaluru hasn't gone for a captain during the IPL 2025 Auction. IPL 2025 mega auction: Full squad of all 10 teams …

IPL 2025: Who Leads Better? Virat Kohli vs MS Dhoni's IPL Captaincy Records
1 month, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: Who Leads Better? Virat Kohli vs MS Dhoni's IPL Captaincy Records

ABP News  

Virat Kohli vs MS Dhoni's IPL Captaincy Records: Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained Virat Kohli for a record Rs 21 crore ahead of Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction, sparking rumors of his potential return as captain. Virat Kohli stepped down as Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain before IPL 2022, paving way for Faf du Plessis to take over. Also on ABP …

'Told Virat Kohli I support RCB only because...': Australian minister reserves 'highest praise' for India batting great
1 month, 1 week ago

'Told Virat Kohli I support RCB only because...': Australian minister reserves 'highest praise' for India batting great

Hindustan Times  

One of the most popular athletes in not only India but right across the world, there may not be an overseas country where Virat Kohli’s star shines brighter than in Australia. Kohli, along with the rest of the Indian squad, is currently in the Australian capital of Canberra for the tour match against the Prime Minister’s XI during the Border-Gavaskar …

'Virat Kohli is going to captain': After AB de Villiers, Ravichandran Ashwin predicts RCB skipper
1 month, 1 week ago

'Virat Kohli is going to captain': After AB de Villiers, Ravichandran Ashwin predicts RCB skipper

Hindustan Times  

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who was recently picked up by Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction in Jeddah, feels Virat Kohli is going to lead Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the upcoming edition of the tournament. While analysing RCB's auction, Ashwin said that the franchise haven't gone with any other leadership option, hence he does not …

'Virat Kohli will be RCB skipper': AB de Villiers drops internet-breaking captaincy comeback hint for IPL 2025
1 month, 1 week ago

'Virat Kohli will be RCB skipper': AB de Villiers drops internet-breaking captaincy comeback hint for IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru finalised a 22-member squad for the 2025 Indian Premier League throughout the two-day auction earlier this week, but suspense remains on their captaincy. Virat Kohli might return as RCB captain Former RCB batter and one of the legends of the game, AB de Villiers, seemed to hint that Kohli "will lead" the side in the 2025 …

Will Virat Kohli lead RCB? AB de Villiers drops captaincy hint for IPL 2025
1 month, 1 week ago

Will Virat Kohli lead RCB? AB de Villiers drops captaincy hint for IPL 2025

India Today  

RCB great AB de Villiers has hinted that former skipper Virat Kohli might return as captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League. "I don't think it has been confirmed yet, but he will be the captain, I think, looking at the squad," said AB de Villiers on his official YouTube channel, hinting at …

If not Virat Kohli then who? Assessing RCB's captaincy options after auction
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1 month, 1 week ago

If not Virat Kohli then who? Assessing RCB's captaincy options after auction

India Today  

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru might have had a decent IPL 2025 mega auction, but the question remains: who will be the next captain of RCB for the upcoming season? RCB had let go of Faf du Plessis ahead of the auction, who has captained the franchise since 2022, replacing Virat Kohli following the former captain's decision to quit the role …

Ajinkya Rahane as KKR's new captain among possibilities to be explored: 'There are stakeholders...'
1 month, 1 week ago

Ajinkya Rahane as KKR's new captain among possibilities to be explored: 'There are stakeholders...'

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata Knight Riders CEO Venky Mysore has said that the franchise will sit down and take stock of all that happened in the 2025 IPL Mega-Auction and decide on who their captain will be. They broke the bank to get all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer, thus shooting him high among contenders to take the post but then also acquired Ajinkya Rahane, Rovman …

Virat Kohli to return as captain? RCB's IPL auction strategy leaves pundits confused
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli to return as captain? RCB's IPL auction strategy leaves pundits confused

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's decision to buy only one player from the first two marquee sets of the IPL 2025 mega auction has left fans and pundits confused. RCB missed the opportunity to buy the likes of Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul and Mitchell Starc and only went for England all-rounder Liam Livingstone in the first two marquee sets. IPL …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: Virat Kohli Continues Poor Run; Gets Bamboozled By Aussie Pacer | WATCH
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: Virat Kohli Continues Poor Run; Gets Bamboozled By Aussie Pacer | WATCH

ABP News  

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: Virat Kohli's horrific run with the bat continues, as the legendary batter is dismissed for 5 in the ongoing first Test match between India and Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth. The five-match Test series for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 has commenced today, and India are in all sorts of trouble, as the side have produced …

Virat Kohli’s decline leaves India pondering unthinkable question ahead of Australia series
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli’s decline leaves India pondering unthinkable question ahead of Australia series

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Virat Kohli refuses to leave nets, continues to bat even as rain halts India's first practice at Perth stadium
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli refuses to leave nets, continues to bat even as rain halts India's first practice at Perth stadium

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Virat Kohli, on Tuesday, refused to leave the net, even as India's first practice session at the Optus Stadium in Perth was halted due to rain. India's batsman Virat Kohli prepares to bat during the internal practice match in Perth India have so far been practicising at the WACA, the old Test venue in Perth since last …

Virat Kohli can find batting form by antagonising Australia: Ravi Shastri
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli can find batting form by antagonising Australia: Ravi Shastri

India Today  

Former Indian coach Ravi Shastri reckons that batting stalwart Virat Kohli should embrace his fiery and combative persona against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to rediscover his dominant form in Test cricket. With the opening Test of the much-anticipated series set to begin in Perth on Friday, Shastri believes Kohli's trademark aggression could be the key to reversing his recent …

Harbhajan Singh endorses Gavaskar’s call to appoint Bumrah as captain for BGT 2024: ‘Shouldn’t be a problem’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Harbhajan Singh endorses Gavaskar’s call to appoint Bumrah as captain for BGT 2024: ‘Shouldn’t be a problem’

Live Mint  

India and Australia are set to revitalise their ongoing rivalry when they take the field for the first Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy in Perth on November 22. However, ahead of the first Test, there has been much debate about the captaincy for India, with captain Rohit Sharma likely to miss the Perth Test. Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar …

'If India win, then Rohit Sharma returns...': BCCI warned of major chaos as Harbhajan replies to viral Gavaskar remark
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'If India win, then Rohit Sharma returns...': BCCI warned of major chaos as Harbhajan replies to viral Gavaskar remark

Hindustan Times  

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh warned the Board of Control for Cricket in India of a major chaos as he replied to India batting legend Sunil Gavaskar's viral suggestion to the selectors of making Jasprit Bumrah the captain for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series amid the uncertainty over Rohit Sharma's participation in the first match against Australia in Perth. India's captain …

BGT: Virat Kohli passed fit after injury scare ahead of Perth practice match
1 month, 3 weeks ago

BGT: Virat Kohli passed fit after injury scare ahead of Perth practice match

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli underwent scans for an injury ahead of team India’s match-simulation practice on Friday, November 15. Ahead of their match simulation practice in Perth, star batter Virat Kohli underwent scans for an injury. Despite his recent slump on form, Kohli is going to be extremely crucial for India in the upcoming Test series given his past …

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