Kohli's legacy as captain will stand as benchmark: Ashwin
2 years, 11 months ago

Kohli's legacy as captain will stand as benchmark: Ashwin

India TV News  

In a heartfelt tribute to Virat Kohli, his teammate and spinner Ravichandran Ashwin wrote that the former India captain, who stepped down as Test skipper on Saturday, said Kohli is leaving behind a legacy as a leader which will serve as a headache for his successor. "Your legacy as a captain will stand for the kind of benchmarks you have set," veteran spinner Ravichandran summarised Virat Kohli's spectacular Test captaincy stint as other members of the Indian cricket team also hailed the integrity and the vision the talismanic leader. The 33-year-old spinner leaves as the most successful India captain in Test cricket with 40 wins from 68 matches with the highlight being the wins in Australia and England last year. "So cheers to your most successful Test Captaincy for India and thanks for the amazing memories as a Captain you have given us," Ishant wrote.

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'I don't blow kisses to my better half sitting in dressing room or hospitality box': Ravichandran Ashwin debunks myths
1 day, 1 hour ago

'I don't blow kisses to my better half sitting in dressing room or hospitality box': Ravichandran Ashwin debunks myths

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin is as good with his words as he is wtih his skills on the cricket field. Ravichandran Ashwin with his wife Ashwin's memoir was released in July this year, some five months before he announced his retirement from international cricket in the middle of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. One of the biggest myths about him, Ashwin said, was that …

'Every time there was 5% excuse to drop Ashwin...': Gavaskar lambasts India's double standard over neglecting legend
1 day, 21 hours ago

'Every time there was 5% excuse to drop Ashwin...': Gavaskar lambasts India's double standard over neglecting legend

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar called out the team management's double standard over the years as he reckoned Ravichandran Ashwin was repeatedly ignored for a place in the playing XI over “team balance.” Gavaskar's statement came days after Ashwin suddenly ended his international career midway through the ongoing Test series in Australia. Taking to his column in Midday, Gavaskar said …

Rohit Sharma's Unwanted ODI Record: A Historic First No Indian Captain Would Want
3 days, 19 hours ago

Rohit Sharma's Unwanted ODI Record: A Historic First No Indian Captain Would Want

ABP News  

The year 2024 has been a mixed journey for Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma. Also on ABP Live | IND vs AUS 4th Test: KL Rahul's Freak Injury Scare Caught On Camera - WATCH Also, Rohit became the first Indian captain to suffer a 3-0 home Test series loss. Indian cricket team, under captain Rohit, lost a Test series 3-0 …

'Anushka Found Virat Crying': Varun Dhawan's Emotional Revelation About 'Captain Kohli' - WATCH
4 days, 20 hours ago

'Anushka Found Virat Crying': Varun Dhawan's Emotional Revelation About 'Captain Kohli' - WATCH

ABP News  

Virat Kohli's tenure as India's Test captain was marked by highs and lows, particularly during tours to SENA countries, where the competition was intense. Team India attaining the historic first-ever Test series win against Australia in Australia during the 2018-19 season was one of the standout achievements under Virat's captaincy. Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan, on Ranveer Allahbadia's podcast, revealed a …

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to follow Ravichandran Ashwin’s footsteps in ‘Summer of 2025’? Here’s what report says
4 days, 22 hours ago

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to follow Ravichandran Ashwin’s footsteps in ‘Summer of 2025’? Here’s what report says

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement after India vs Australia's third Test in Brisbane has sent shockwaves around the cricketing fraternity. With the Indian team ‘going through a transition’ according to Jasprit Bumrah, Ashwin's retirement might be just a footstep for the ‘last bunch of OGs’ to make their way out in the 'Summer of 2025'. “How much of this decision is …

R Ashwin responds to Virat Kohli's tribute, reveals poignant MCG message
5 days, 5 hours ago

R Ashwin responds to Virat Kohli's tribute, reveals poignant MCG message

India Today  

Ravichandran Ashwin, now a former India spinner, responded to Virat Kohli's heartfelt retirement message to him as the spinner also assured the star batter that he would be present in sprits when Kohli walks on to bat at the MCG against Australia in the side's Boxing Day Test on December 26. Ashwin’s retirement on December 19 prompted Kohli to share …

R Ashwin retires: India's greatest match-winner deserved more respect
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5 days, 5 hours ago

R Ashwin retires: India's greatest match-winner deserved more respect

India Today  

Ravichandran Ashwin, one of cricket’s most decorated spinners, stunned the cricketing world with the announcement of his retirement. ASHWIN DESERVED A BETTER FAREWELL Ashwin’s father, Ravichandran, alleged that his son faced humiliation, which may have influenced his decision to retire during India’s ongoing tour of Australia. Regardless of when or how he chooses to step away, his legacy as one …

'I wouldn't have let him go like that': Kapil Dev baffled, says he would've ensured Ashwin retired with 'lot of respect'
5 days, 19 hours ago

'I wouldn't have let him go like that': Kapil Dev baffled, says he would've ensured Ashwin retired with 'lot of respect'

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, after the final day of the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match in Brisbane. It was also a disappointing end to the career of one of India's greatest ever cricketers in Test cricket, considering the result of the match and his absence from the playing XI. Kapil Dev hurt by the …

R Ashwin's childhood coach surprised with retirement call: Could've played on
6 days, 5 hours ago

R Ashwin's childhood coach surprised with retirement call: Could've played on

India Today  

Ravichandran Ashwin, one of India’s finest-ever red-ball spinners, left the cricketing world stunned by announcing his retirement from international cricket on December 18, following India’s draw in the Gabba Test against Australia. The abrupt decision also surprised Ashwin’s childhood coach, Sunil Subramanian, who believed the legendary spinner had the ability to represent India in the 2025-2027 World Test Championship cycle. …

‘Emotional’ Virat Kohli lauds India legend Ravichandran Ashwin after shock retirement
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6 days, 14 hours ago

‘Emotional’ Virat Kohli lauds India legend Ravichandran Ashwin after shock retirement

The Independent  

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Ravichandran Ashwin retirement: Best performances across career - From 1 not out vs Pakistan to Sydney heroics in 2021
6 days, 17 hours ago

Ravichandran Ashwin retirement: Best performances across career - From 1 not out vs Pakistan to Sydney heroics in 2021

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin drew curtains on his long 14-year international career on Wednesday, after India's drawn Test match against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. From his two wickets against Australia in the 2011 ODI World Cup quarterfinal to his heroics in the Champions Trophy final a year later in England, Ravichandran Ashwin's list of memorable performances is long. 2/52 against …

Ravichandran Ashwin tribute: India’s star off-spinning all-rounder retires
6 days, 18 hours ago

Ravichandran Ashwin tribute: India’s star off-spinning all-rounder retires

The Hindu  

Spinning a web around perplexed batters, talking about cricket and doing YouTube videos on a variety of subjects, all come naturally to R. Ashwin. And when the third Test concluded and a rainy evening prevailed, Ashwin walked away with a slew of individual records while being the star of many Indian triumphs over a storied career. The former Indian captain’s …

Cricket fraternity lauds Ravichandran Ashwin's illustrious Test career following his retirement
6 days, 19 hours ago

Cricket fraternity lauds Ravichandran Ashwin's illustrious Test career following his retirement

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : The cricketing fraternity took to social media to praise 38-year-old off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin following his announcement of retirement from Test cricket after the conclusion of the Brisbane Test at the Gabba on Wednesday. Cricket fraternity lauds Ravichandran Ashwin's illustrious Test career following his retirement India's celebrated off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed his decision to retire from international cricket …

Ashwin retires — A star of many triumphs
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6 days, 19 hours ago

Ashwin retires — A star of many triumphs

The Hindu  

Spinning a web around perplexed batters, talking about cricket and doing YouTube videos on a variety of subjects, all come naturally to R. Ashwin. And when the third Test concluded and a rainy evening prevailed, Ashwin walked away with a slew of individual records while being the star of many Indian triumphs over a storied career. The former Indian captain’s …

Ravichandran Ashwin retirement: Virat Kohli reveals ‘emotional moment’ with veteran off-spinner, calls him ’legend’
6 days, 22 hours ago

Ravichandran Ashwin retirement: Virat Kohli reveals ‘emotional moment’ with veteran off-spinner, calls him ’legend’

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli penned down an emotional note for just-retired Ravichandran Ashwin on Wednesday after the veteran off-spinner bid adieu to a 14-year long international career after India's draw against Australia in the third Test in Brisbane. Ashwin's retirement was on the speculated lines when visuals of Kohli hugging the veteran off-spinner in the Indian dressing room on the final day …

Kohli on Ashwin retirement: Your skill and match-winning contributions to Indian cricket are second to none
6 days, 22 hours ago

Kohli on Ashwin retirement: Your skill and match-winning contributions to Indian cricket are second to none

The Hindu  

Indian off-spin stalwart Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, following the conclusion of the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia in Brisbane. A prolific performer, Ashwin retired with 537 Test wickets at an average of 24, along with 3,503 runs, including six centuries. Dominating in home conditions for nearly a decade, Ashwin delivered many memorable performances, …

Ravichandran Ashwin makes special mention for 4 Indian teammates during retirement speech, says ’There’s a bit left…’
6 days, 23 hours ago

Ravichandran Ashwin makes special mention for 4 Indian teammates during retirement speech, says ’There’s a bit left…’

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin made a special mention for Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara during his retirement speech on Wednesday after the veteran off-spinner bid adieu to international cricket after an illustrious career that spanned for 14 years. Ashwin's retirement from international cricket came moments after India drew the third Test against Australia in the ongoing Border Gavaskar …

Ashwin retirement reactions: Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir, Anil Kumble pay tribute to India’s second-highest wicket-taker
1 week ago

Ashwin retirement reactions: Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir, Anil Kumble pay tribute to India’s second-highest wicket-taker

The Hindu  

India’s second-highest wicket-taker in Tests Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday. Congratulations on a legendary career, @ashwinravi99 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/swSwcP3QXA — BCCI December 18, 2024 Ashwin wreaked havoc in home conditions for almost a decade with many memorable performances coming under Virat Kohli. I've enjoyed every bit of the journey with you ash, your skill and match …

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from international cricket, finishes 2nd to Anil Kumble for most Test wickets among Indians
1 week ago

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from international cricket, finishes 2nd to Anil Kumble for most Test wickets among Indians

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket after India's draw against Australia in the third Test at the Gabba in Brisbane in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Watch Virat Kohli hugs Ravichandran Ashwin Ravichandran Ashwin's overall stats in international cricket Arguably one of the greatest spinners of all time, Ashwin leaves behind a legacy and finishes second after legendary …

R Ashwin-Virat Kohli hug at Gabba dressing room sparks retirement rumours
1 week ago

R Ashwin-Virat Kohli hug at Gabba dressing room sparks retirement rumours

India Today  

A warm embrace between R. Ashwin and Virat Kohli has sparked speculation about the potential retirement of one of the Indian players during the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. On Day 5 of the third Test between India and Australia, the players were waiting for wet weather to clear after the tea break when television cameras captured Ashwin and Kohli sitting next …

Why 'all format star' R Ashwin should not just be remembered for his Test heroics
1 week ago

Why 'all format star' R Ashwin should not just be remembered for his Test heroics

India Today  

When Ravichandran Ashwin first broke into the Indian Test team in 2011, he faced considerable criticism. The Champions Trophy 2013 Final In the rain-marred final of the 2013 Champions Trophy, Ravichandran Ashwin showcased nerves of steel and a wizardry with the ball that scipted his name into Indian cricket folklore. Ashwin’s brilliant 2/15 was more than just figures; it was …

Virat Kohli reacts to R Ashwin retirement: When you told me, it made me emotional
1 week ago

Virat Kohli reacts to R Ashwin retirement: When you told me, it made me emotional

India Today  

Former captain Virat Kohli said R Ashwin made him emotional when he told him about his decision to retire. Virat Kohli highlighted R Ashwin's match-winning contributions in Test cricket and said the off-spinner would be 'remembered as a legend of Indian cricket'. R Ashwin's rose to the pinnacle of Test cricket came under Virat Kohli's captaincy. Ashwin played an integral …

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

You will be missed brother: Gambhir congratulates 'legend' R Ashwin on retirement
1 week ago

You will be missed brother: Gambhir congratulates 'legend' R Ashwin on retirement

India Today  

Gautam Gambhir, Ravi Shastri, and others from the cricket fraternity congratulated R Ashwin after the Indian off-spinner retired from international cricket. âä️ @ashwinravi99 pic.twitter.com/fuATAjE8aw — Gautam Gambhir December 18, 2024 Shastri, who served as the head coach from 2017 to 2021, called Ashwin an invaluable asset. @ashwinravi99 @BCCI @ICC #Ashwin #AUSvsIND pic.twitter.com/ZLelKjmEdu — Ravi Shastri December 18, 2024 Ajinkya Rahane, …

On this day: Kohli's double ton and Ashwin's spin deliver India's historic series win over England
1 week, 5 days ago

On this day: Kohli's double ton and Ashwin's spin deliver India's historic series win over England

Hindustan Times  

On this day, during the fourth Test of the 2016 England tour of India at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium saw the hosts seal a commanding innings and 36-run victory, clinching the five-match series 3-0, their fifth on the trot. With standout performances from Virat Kohli, Jayant Yadav and Ravichandran Ashwin, India clinched their first series win over England in eight years. …

The captains' clash: Rohit Sharma vs Virat Kohli in Tests, white-ball cricket
1 week, 6 days 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 …

'Get your batting right': Virat Kohli shaken up by 'five-year-struggle' reality as Andy Roberts loses hopes of revival
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2 weeks ago

'Get your batting right': Virat Kohli shaken up by 'five-year-struggle' reality as Andy Roberts loses hopes of revival

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Virat Kohli, on Tuesday, was shaken up up a hard-hitting reality on his ongoing struggle in Test cricket as West Indies' fast bowling legend Andy Roberts lost all hope of revival despite a century Perth against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series opener. India's Virat Kohli looks dejected and walks back to the pavilion after losing his …

Kapil Dev refuses to give advice to struggling Virat Kohli to come out of rut in Australia: ‘It is only up to him…’
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Kapil Dev refuses to give advice to struggling Virat Kohli to come out of rut in Australia: ‘It is only up to him…’

Hindustan Times  

Legendary India captain Kapil Dev has no advice for Virat Kohli, who needs to get his rhythm back for the Brisbane Test against Australia. Indian batsman Virat Kohli walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal on the second day of the pink-ball Test. 1983 WC-winning skipper rated Kohli as one of the top four batters to play for India …

OTD in 2014: Virat Kohli took charge of India's Test captaincy in Adelaide
2 weeks, 1 day 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 equals Dhoni, Kohli in unwanted captaincy record, tasked with avoiding Tendulkar's streak in Brisbane
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma equals Dhoni, Kohli in unwanted captaincy record, tasked with avoiding Tendulkar's streak in Brisbane

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma’s struggle not just as a Test batter but also as a Test captain continued, as his return to the Indian setup coincided with the loss at the Adelaide Oval in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. There has been severe questioning of Rohit’s tactics and decisions as a Test match captain, especially following the 3-0 home whitewash loss to New Zealand, …

Rohit Sharma's run drought affecting his captaincy? Harbhajan Singh explains
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma's run drought affecting his captaincy? Harbhajan Singh explains

India Today  

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has underscored the critical need for skipper Rohit Sharma to regain his form with the bat, which he believes is vital not only for India’s success but also for Rohit’s leadership credentials. After India’s crushing 10-wicket defeat to Australia in the pink-ball Test in Adelaide on December 8, both Rohit’s captaincy and his batting have …

Rohit Sharma matches Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni with horror run as Test captain
2 weeks, 3 days 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 …

Amid limited resources, Rohit Sharma’s captaincy leaves much room for improvement
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Amid limited resources, Rohit Sharma’s captaincy leaves much room for improvement

Firstpost  

One of the many admirable traits about Rohit Sharma’s captaincy is his proactiveness, his propensity to not allow the game to drift, his ability to make something out of nothing. Lack of resources forces India to be defensive Rohit’s nous was severely tested on a blustery Saturday at the Adelaide Oval, and even given that there were mitigating circumstances, he …

Watch: Virat Kohli injured? Batter seen bandaged in Adelaide training
3 weeks, 1 day 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
3 weeks, 1 day 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
3 weeks, 2 days 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 …

'Told Virat Kohli I support RCB only because...': Australian minister reserves 'highest praise' for India batting great
3 weeks, 4 days 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
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

'...To allow Kohli to get 100 in that first Test, we've...': Clarke unhappy with Australia's strategy for India star
3 weeks, 5 days ago

'...To allow Kohli to get 100 in that first Test, we've...': Clarke unhappy with Australia's strategy for India star

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli was in vintage batting form as India defeated Australia by 295 runs in their Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener, in Perth. After managing only five runs off 12 balls in the first innings, the veteran India star smacked a dominant ton to lead his side to a famous victory. Top 15 buys at IPL 2025 Auction Share Via Copy Link …

Rahul Dravid drops ominous 'big series' warning for Australia after Virat Kohli's Perth special
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rahul Dravid drops ominous 'big series' warning for Australia after Virat Kohli's Perth special

Hindustan Times  

Rahul Dravid has said that Virat Kohli could be in for a big series in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after the latter ended his poor run of form in Tests with a century in Perth. Kohli scored an unbeaten 100 in 143 balls which, along with Yashasvi Jaiswal's 161 off 297 and KL Rahul's 77 off 176 helped India set Australia …

Virat Kohli surpasses Babar, Labuschagne with big jump in ICC Test batting rankings after Perth ton
4 weeks ago

Virat Kohli surpasses Babar, Labuschagne with big jump in ICC Test batting rankings after Perth ton

India TV News  

Virat Kohli's first international century in 2024 earned him a big boost in the updated ICC men's Test batting rankings on Wednesday. Kohli brought his 30th Test hundred, and 81st international century to jump 9 places up to the 13th position in the updated ICC Test batting rankings. He surpassed the likes of Marnus Labuschagne and Babar Azam, with the …

'They call him King. Ominous for Australia': Ravi Shastri fires 'Virat Kohli' tracer bullet after iconic Perth century
1 month ago

'They call him King. Ominous for Australia': Ravi Shastri fires 'Virat Kohli' tracer bullet after iconic Perth century

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli produced a stellar performance on Day 3 of the opening Test in Perth, ending a long wait for his 81st international century. India's Virat Kohli celebrates his century during Day 3 of the first Test match against Australia in the Border Gavaskar Trophy Ravi Shastri, the former India head coach, described Kohli’s remarkable century as an "ominous" sign …

Virat Kohli above Joe Root among Test batters: Former Australia head coach
1 month ago

Virat Kohli above Joe Root among Test batters: Former Australia head coach

India Today  

Former Australia cricketer and head coach Darren Lehmann has rated Virat Kohli above Joe Root among Test batters. Notably, Kohli recently scored his 30th Test century on Day 3 of the first Test against Australia at Optus Stadium in Perth. Following his century, Lehmann hailed Kohli for his return to form and rated him above star England batter Joe Root …

Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him: Jasprit Bumrah after Perth Test century
1 month ago

Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him: Jasprit Bumrah after Perth Test century

India Today  

India’s stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah lauded Virat Kohli’s exceptional century in the second innings of the Perth Test, which was instrumental in India’s resounding 295-run victory against Australia on November 25. Kohli silenced critics with a resilient 143-ball 100, a timely knock that reaffirmed his stature in Test cricket and helped India secure a commanding 1-0 lead in the Border-Gavaskar …

I just wanted to contribute to team's cause: Kohli after scoring 30th Test century
1 month ago

I just wanted to contribute to team's cause: Kohli after scoring 30th Test century

The Hindu  

Virat Kohli swapped fluency with spunk to score his 30th Test hundred which took him past the incomparable Sir Donald Bradman’s tally in Perth on Sunday, and it was also one of the most significant knocks in a stellar career that is in its final chapter. Kohli’s unbeaten 100 against Australia at the Optus Stadium was his first hundred after …

Watch: Virat Kohli gives flying kiss to Anushka Sharma after Perth Test hundred
1 month ago

Watch: Virat Kohli gives flying kiss to Anushka Sharma after Perth Test hundred

India Today  

Virat Kohli was overjoyed after he scored his 30th Test hundred. On Sunday, November 24, Kohli notched up a century off 143 balls at the Optus Stadium in Perth, helping India set a massive target of 534 to chase down. The 36-year-old Kohli has made sure that India are in a commanding position in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Australia vs …

Virat Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin deliver powerful speech while handing debut caps to Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana
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1 month ago

Virat Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin deliver powerful speech while handing debut caps to Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana

Hindustan Times  

Team India's stalwarts Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin were part of a special moment ahead of the first day's play in the opening Test in Perth. The duo handed debut caps to Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana; it was a moment of dreams realized for the two youngsters as they made their Test debuts on Australian soil. Virat Kohli …

Perth Test: After all the hype, Virat Kohli fails as brave move backfires on Day 1
1 month ago

Perth Test: After all the hype, Virat Kohli fails as brave move backfires on Day 1

India Today  

Former India captain Virat Kohli's poor run continued as a return to his favourite hunting ground, Australia, failed to change his fortunes. Ever since Virat Kohli landed in Perth, he has been in the spotlight with a group of Australian media outlets putting him on the front page of a special issue. AUS vs IND 1st Test, Day 1 Live …

Perth Test: Ex-captain Virat Kohli helps stand-in skipper Bumrah. Fans nostalgic
1 month ago

Perth Test: Ex-captain Virat Kohli helps stand-in skipper Bumrah. Fans nostalgic

India Today  

Former India captain Virat Kohli was at his aggressive best on Day 1 of the 1st Test between India and Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth on November 22, Friday. AUS vs IND 1st Test, Day 1 Highlights Kohli the leader in Australia The Virat fan in me totally missed Virat the leader on the field in Test cricket. …

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

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

The Independent  

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