IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli IN, Surya OUT? India's probable XI for 3rd ODI in Rajkot
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IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli IN, Surya OUT? India's probable XI for 3rd ODI in Rajkot

India TV News  

India will welcome back their superstar players for the third and final ODI against Australia in Rajkot on Wednesday. However, with key players including skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returning to the playing XI, there are bound to be a lot of changes. Rohit will certainly go back to the opening slot replacing Gill and will open with Ruturaj Gaikwad who will soon be flying to Hangzhou to lead India in the Asian Games. Kishan couldn't repeat his Asia Cup heroics in the two matches against the Aussies but Surya could be benched despite scoring a stunning 72 off 37 balls in the previous game. India probable XI: Rohit Sharma, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj/Mohammed Shami

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KL Rahul likely to be rested from white-ball series against England
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KL Rahul likely to be rested from white-ball series against England

India Today  

India batter KL Rahul is likely to be rested for the white-ball series against England beginning in Kolkata on January 22. The home series comprises five T20s and three ODIs, which will be more significant considering it precedes the Champions Trophy starting February 19. Though ahead in the pecking order, Rahul is fighting for the wicketkeeper batter's slot in the …

Champions Trophy 2025: Will Rahul and Shami make it? Toss-up between Axar and Jadeja
2 days, 11 hours ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Will Rahul and Shami make it? Toss-up between Axar and Jadeja

The Hindu  

Out-of-form veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will continue to form the batting core of India's ODI squad but there are at least three senior players whose future in the 50-over format could be debated when the selectors gather this weekend to pick the squad for the Champions Trophy. Shastri wants Rohit and Kohli to play domestic cricket; Ponting proposes …

Ajit Agarkar to reveal India's Champions Trophy squad by January 12; Hardik, KL Rahul to be ignored for vice-captaincy
4 days, 14 hours ago

Ajit Agarkar to reveal India's Champions Trophy squad by January 12; Hardik, KL Rahul to be ignored for vice-captaincy

Hindustan Times  

India's long Test calendar ended on a disastrous note on Sunday as the team suffered back-to-back series defeats, which not only saw them concede the top spot in the World Test Championship points table, but also got eliminated from the race to make the final. KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya with Adam Zampa at the end of ICC Men's Cricket …

Virat or Rohit, no player is bigger than the game: Harbhajan fumes at star culture
4 days, 14 hours ago

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's slump indicates testing times for India in next WTC cycle post-Ashwin era
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4 days, 16 hours ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's slump indicates testing times for India in next WTC cycle post-Ashwin era

Hindustan Times  

For the first time, India will not figure in the race for top honours in the World Test Championship. India’s next cycle will begin, ironically enough, in England in June, with a five-match faceoff against the hosts, and end in early 2027 when Australia visit them for another of the five-Test showdowns that is becoming the norm in Tests involving …

Manjrekar sends clear message to Agarkar regarding Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli: ‘How long to play, is upto selectors’
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Manjrekar sends clear message to Agarkar regarding Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli: ‘How long to play, is upto selectors’

Hindustan Times  

India crumbled to a defeat against Australia in the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match in Sydney, losing the series 1-3. India’s campaign was filled with controversy, where fans saw Virat Kohli have a meltdown with Australian reporters in an airport, and then the former captain also had a shoulder bump controversy with Sam Konstas. India's Rohit Sharma gestures …

Rohit, Virat urged to play country cricket after BGT flop show; Ex-India star says ‘England will be same’
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Rohit, Virat urged to play country cricket after BGT flop show; Ex-India star says ‘England will be same’

Live Mint  

Veteran Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's struggle runs have intensified especially during the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. With India not playing Test cricket for a while, the team management and selectors will have a big call to make on the future of senior cricketers and the future of the team going forward. Sanjay Manjrekar wants Virat Kohli - …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma still hungry, can't talk about their future: Gautam Gambhir
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5 days, 23 hours ago

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 …

Rohit Sharma comments on ‘getting dropped’ despite being a captain, says ‘Some people with laptops...’
6 days, 21 hours ago

Rohit Sharma comments on ‘getting dropped’ despite being a captain, says ‘Some people with laptops...’

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma quashed all rumours about his retirement on Saturday and stated that it was his own decision to step away from the fifth and final Test against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the best interest of the Indian cricket team. Even former cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Ravi Shastri said they won't be surprised if Rohit quits Tests after …

"Siraj, Bumrah will play a key role today": Cricket fan ahead of Day 2 of Sydney Test between Australia, India
6 days, 22 hours ago

"Siraj, Bumrah will play a key role today": Cricket fan ahead of Day 2 of Sydney Test between Australia, India

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, : Ahead of the second day of the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy between Australia and India on Saturday, cricket fans said that today's play will be interesting for everyone and said that the seaming duo of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj will play a crucial role for the visitors. "Siraj, Bumrah will play a …

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

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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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 …

BCCI to go MI way ahead of Champions Trophy? Hardik Pandya to lead India if Rohit Sharma is removed as captain: Report
1 week ago

BCCI to go MI way ahead of Champions Trophy? Hardik Pandya to lead India if Rohit Sharma is removed as captain: Report

Live Mint  

The Board of Control for Cricket might go the Mumbai Indians way with Hardik Pandya emerging as a strong contender to replace Rohit Sharma incase the Indian board decides to appoint a new ODI captain ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy next month. There has been talk about Rohit's future as India captain after the 37-year-old's poor run of form …

Hardik Pandya to lead India in Champions Trophy 2025 if BCCI removes Rohit Sharma as captain: Report
1 week ago

Hardik Pandya to lead India in Champions Trophy 2025 if BCCI removes Rohit Sharma as captain: Report

Hindustan Times  

It wasn't a great end to 2024 for Rohit Sharma, and it hasn't been a great start to 2025, either. With Rohit yet to clarify his future in the format, the speculations further opened doors for BCCI's selection committee to discuss leadership options for the impending ICC Champions Trophy. India's Hardik Pandya, left, celebrates with captain Rohit Sharma during T20 …

Rohit Sharma 'rested' for Sydney Test, Jasprit Bumrah returns as captain
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1 week ago

Rohit Sharma 'rested' for Sydney Test, Jasprit Bumrah returns as captain

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma isn’t a part of the Indian playing XI for the New Year’s Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The decision came after Rohit Sharma's disastrous campaign in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he has scored only 31 runs from three matches. #BGT2024 pic.twitter.com/Cu6hr0ve4V — Nitin K Srivastav January 2, 2025 Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: Full …

Selectors told Rohit Sharma he isn't in their plans after Australia tour ahead of Sydney Test: Report
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Selectors told Rohit Sharma he isn't in their plans after Australia tour ahead of Sydney Test: Report

India TV News  

India skipper Rohit Sharma's future in Test cricket is being speculated ever since he 'opted' to rest out of the New Year Test against Australia in Sydney. According to a report in the Indian Express, the selectors, Ajit Agarkar, to be precise, conveyed to Rohit that he is not in their plans anymore going forward in Test cricket. Moreover, it …

Why is Rohit Sharma not playing for India in 5th Test against Australia in Sydney?
1 week ago

Why is Rohit Sharma not playing for India in 5th Test against Australia in Sydney?

India TV News  

Team India pulled the plug on regular captain Rohit Sharma as the vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah walked out for the toss for the fifth and final Test against Australia in Sydney on Friday, January 3. Interestingly, Rohit's name was not even in the squad as one couldn't find his name on the team sheet and he didn't even walk out for …

AUS vs IND, 5th Test: Rohit Sharma ‘rested’ for Sydney Test vs Australia
1 week, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND, 5th Test: Rohit Sharma ‘rested’ for Sydney Test vs Australia

The Hindu  

India captain Rohit Sharma was excluded from the Playing XI for the fifth and final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday. Whatever is in the team’s best interest we are looking to do that.” India made two changes in the playing XI with Rohit going out and Akash Deep ruled out due to a back issue. …

No Rohit Sharma in Sydney? List of captains to get dropped in middle of series; 37-year-old to become India's first
1 week, 1 day ago

No Rohit Sharma in Sydney? List of captains to get dropped in middle of series; 37-year-old to become India's first

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma, on Thursday, reportedly 'opted out' of the fifth and final Test against Australia of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. India captain Rohit Sharma has struggled for runs in the ongoing series against Australia. But while Gambhir stayed tight-lipped on India's plans, Rohit reportedly opted out of the match, thus making way for Shubman Gill back in …

KL Rahul back as opener but will Rishabh Pant retain his spot? India’s likely XI as selection drama reaches fever pitch
1 week, 1 day ago

KL Rahul back as opener but will Rishabh Pant retain his spot? India’s likely XI as selection drama reaches fever pitch

Hindustan Times  

Australia have been the more confident side in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, announcing each of playing XIs one day before the matches. India's KL Rahul, left, and Rishabh Pant run between the wickets to score during play on day three of the third cricket test between India and Australia at the Gabba India's selection dilemmas. The biggest head-scratcher for …

India coach coy on picking struggling captain Rohit Sharma for final Australia Test
1 week, 1 day ago

India coach coy on picking struggling captain Rohit Sharma for final Australia Test

The Independent  

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Rohit Sharma tells Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir he's 'opting out' of 5th Test vs Australia; Shubman Gill back at No. 3
1 week, 1 day ago

Rohit Sharma tells Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir he's 'opting out' of 5th Test vs Australia; Shubman Gill back at No. 3

Hindustan Times  

India is all set to be captained by Jasprit Bumrah in the fifth and final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground starting Friday after skipper Rohit Sharma decided to give himself a rest. Rohit Sharma could well have played his last Test match A day after the news of unrest in the Indian dressing room emerged, Rohit briefly …

India predicted XI for IND vs AUS 5th Test: Rohit Sharma likely to be rested, Akash Deep ruled out
1 week, 1 day ago

India predicted XI for IND vs AUS 5th Test: Rohit Sharma likely to be rested, Akash Deep ruled out

The Hindu  

India will have its task cut out when it steps onto the field at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday for the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test. FOLLOW LIVE | India vs Australia 5th Test Day 1 Score and Updates The side trails 2-1 in the series and needs to win the last Test to stay in contention to …

India ODI schedule in 2025: Full list of matches, fixtures, venues, dates and series
1 week, 1 day ago

India ODI schedule in 2025: Full list of matches, fixtures, venues, dates and series

The Hindu  

The Indian men’s team will have its eye locked on the ICC Champions Trophy title, which returns for the first time since 2017 - when the Men in Blue lost to archrival Pakistan in the summit clash. India will play three ODIs against England in the lead-up to the tournament, after which it will play Bangladesh and Australia in back-to-back …

India vs Australia 5th Test probable XIs: Live streaming details, date, time, IND vs AUS head-to-head stats in Sydney
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India vs Australia 5th Test probable XIs: Live streaming details, date, time, IND vs AUS head-to-head stats in Sydney

Live Mint  

Several changes are likely to be expected in the Indian playing XI when Rohit Sharma's men take on Australia in the fifth and final Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While head coach Gautam Gambhir did not spill the beans, the Indian captain was last among recognised batters to enter the nets, thus giving a hint of him getting dropped in …

Key changes expected: India's likely playing XI for Sydney Test
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Key changes expected: India's likely playing XI for Sydney Test

Deccan Chronicle  

As Team India gears up for the crucial final Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground starting Friday, focus shifts to the final XI as head coach Gambhir side-stepped a question on Rohit Sharma's place during a pre-match press meet. Speculations grew after this stating players will be held responsible and reports claiming final …

Rohit Sharma set to miss Sydney Test, may never play in whites again: Sources
1 week, 1 day ago

Rohit Sharma set to miss Sydney Test, may never play in whites again: Sources

India Today  

Captain Rohit Sharma is likely to be left out of the Indian playing XI for the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia in Sydney. Rohit Sharma made only a cameo appearance in India's final training session ahead of the Test match in Sydney. The development comes after coach Gambhir refused to confirm Rohit's place in the …

Indian cricket in 2025: Transition time again as Kohli, Rohit futures in focus
1 week, 2 days ago

Indian cricket in 2025: Transition time again as Kohli, Rohit futures in focus

India Today  

After ending 2024 on a not-so-memorable note, the Indian men’s cricket team will look to get 2025 off to a positive start as they take on Australia in the fifth and final Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. The year 2025 will be full of several important tournaments for India, with the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 scheduled to be …

IND vs AUS Pitch Report: Sydney Cricket Ground wicket, venue stats for India vs Australia 5th Test
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IND vs AUS Pitch Report: Sydney Cricket Ground wicket, venue stats for India vs Australia 5th Test

India TV News  

IND vs AUS Pitch Report: The Indian cricket team will look to avoid a series loss when they take on a highly-motivated Australian side in the fifth Test match starting on Friday early morning. IND vs AUS 5th Test pitch report The pitch at Sydney Cricket Ground offers a pace-friendly surface in red-ball cricket. And then tomorrow, we'll do a …

Ravindra Jadeja dropped, Shubman Gill returns - India's likely playing XI for 5th Test vs Australia in Sydney
1 week, 2 days ago

Ravindra Jadeja dropped, Shubman Gill returns - India's likely playing XI for 5th Test vs Australia in Sydney

India TV News  

After a huge 184-run defeat in the crucial fourth Test in Melbourne, the Indian cricket team will look to make a comeback in the fifth and last match of the eventful 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Washington Sundar replaced Shubman Gill in India's playing eleven for the Boxing Day Test which came as a surprise for the fans. Indian fans can expect …

Will Rohit Sharma do what's best for Team India in the New Year's Test?
1 week, 2 days ago

Will Rohit Sharma do what's best for Team India in the New Year's Test?

India Today  

The knives are out for Rohit Sharma. The newly-formed captain-coach duo of Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir has taken pride in prioritising the team's interests, even when it requires making difficult decisions. 'IN THE BEST INTERESTS OF THE TEAM' When Shubman Gill was left out of the XI during India’s 184-run defeat in Melbourne, both Rohit and the coaching staff …

Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to miss England ODIs; Here’s why IND’s big 3 unavailable for CT 2025 tune-up
1 week, 3 days ago

Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to miss England ODIs; Here’s why IND’s big 3 unavailable for CT 2025 tune-up

Live Mint  

Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are likely to miss the upcoming home ODI series against India in February which is a tune-up tournament before the Champions Trophy 2025. Following the completion of BGT 2024-25, India will host England in five T20Is and three ODIs in January-February before the Men in Blue takes the flight to Dubai to play …

Finding Rohit and Virat's replacements will not be a big worry for India: Lehmann
1 week, 3 days ago

Finding Rohit and Virat's replacements will not be a big worry for India: Lehmann

India Today  

Former Australia cricketer and head coach Darren Lehmann feels Indian cricket has a lot of depth to find replacements for star batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Whenever these two guys decide to retire, there are so many talented youngsters that Indian cricket will be in good stead,” Lehmann told PTI. Since then, there has been massive scrutiny on the …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test review: Kohli and Rohit stutter, Bumrah’s magic in vain as hope awaits India in Sydney
1 week, 3 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test review: Kohli and Rohit stutter, Bumrah’s magic in vain as hope awaits India in Sydney

The Hindu  

Late on Monday, the light dimmed on the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Seagulls descended on the turf, cleaning staff were busy removing the waste that a massive sporting contest tends to generate, and Australian cricketers lingered around, savouring their 184-run triumph against India in the fourth Test. Nathan Lyon celebrates India’s final wicket in the second innings which secured a win …

Rohit Sharma will earn my respect if he says 'I'll drop myself': Ex-India cricketer ready for 'abuses'; 'Play Sarfaraz'
1 week, 4 days ago

Rohit Sharma will earn my respect if he says 'I'll drop myself': Ex-India cricketer ready for 'abuses'; 'Play Sarfaraz'

Hindustan Times  

Out-of-form Rohit Sharma should consider dropping himself from India's Playing XI in the Sydney Test against Australia, feels former cricketer Atul Wassan, believing in the theory that the team needs to have its best 11 players to win a Test match. In fact, the only Test which India have won thus far in the series is the one in which …

'I saw Rohit Sharma get emotional; he is tired': India captain's 'unusual' body language suggests retirement is near
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1 week, 4 days ago

'I saw Rohit Sharma get emotional; he is tired': India captain's 'unusual' body language suggests retirement is near

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma may not have announced his retirement from Test cricket yet but going by his body language noticed by former Australia coach Justin Langer it may be only a matter of time before the Indian captain bids farewell to the longest format of the game. The end is near for Rohit Sharma in Tests In July, under Rohit, India …

'Kohli will play another 3-4 years. But for Rohit Sharma...': Ravi Shastri's blunt verdict amid retirement rumours
1 week, 4 days ago

'Kohli will play another 3-4 years. But for Rohit Sharma...': Ravi Shastri's blunt verdict amid retirement rumours

Hindustan Times  

When veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement after the end of the Brisbane Test against Australia earlier this month, reports in the media hinted that there would be a few more retirements during or after the end of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. It soon sparked rumours that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, both of whom have been struggling …

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to retire soon? Ravi Shastri delivers verdict, says ’Rohit isn’t the same, Virat will…’
1 week, 4 days ago

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to retire soon? Ravi Shastri delivers verdict, says ’Rohit isn’t the same, Virat will…’

Live Mint  

Veteran Indian batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma once again failed to make an impact as they were dismissed cheaply in both innings of the fourth Test between India and Australia in Melbourne. Commentator Mark Nicholas asked Shastri on Star Sports' lunchtime show if this was the end of the road for both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. While Shastri …

Ind vs Aus 4th Test: Australia wins by 184 runs as Indian lineup implodes in final-day run chase
1 week, 4 days ago

Ind vs Aus 4th Test: Australia wins by 184 runs as Indian lineup implodes in final-day run chase

The Hindu  

Eight men around the bat, a Test on the line, and a fifth day climax. The scores Australia - 1st innings: 474 all out in 122.4 overs India - 1 innings: 369 all out in 119.3 overs Australia - 2nd innings: Sam Konstas b Bumrah 8, Usman Khawaja b Siraj 21, Marnus Labuschagne lbw b Siraj 70, Steve Smith c …

Sourav Ganguly concerned about Rohit Sharma’s mental space, ex-BCCI boss gives honest verdict on Virat Kohli
1 week, 4 days ago

Sourav Ganguly concerned about Rohit Sharma’s mental space, ex-BCCI boss gives honest verdict on Virat Kohli

Live Mint  

Refraining from predicting Rohit Sharma's future, former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly expressed concern about the Indian skipper's current mental state in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Rohit has been out of form in Tests recently, with former cricketers already predicting his retirement if the Indian team fail to reach the World Test Championship final. Unlike others, Ganguly, a former India captain …

Rohit Sharma admits to dip in form, captaincy amid calls for Test retirement
1 week, 4 days ago

Rohit Sharma admits to dip in form, captaincy amid calls for Test retirement

India Today  

Captain Rohit Sharma acknowledged that both his batting form and captaincy have fallen short of expectations but chose to remain non-committal about his future in the Test team. Rohit faced tough questions during the press conference after India’s defeat in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, where they failed to salvage a draw on the final day. AUS vs IND, …

If Rohit Sharma was not captain, he wouldn't be playing in this team: Irfan Pathan
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1 week, 4 days ago

If Rohit Sharma was not captain, he wouldn't be playing in this team: Irfan Pathan

India Today  

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan has launched a scathing critique of India captain Rohit Sharma, suggesting that his place in the playing XI would be in jeopardy if not for his captaincy role. Pathan’s comments, made during a discussion on Star Sports, come amidst Rohit’s prolonged slump in form in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia, where his struggles …

Rohit Sharma admits to dip in form, captaincy amid calls for Test retirement
1 week, 4 days ago

Rohit Sharma admits to dip in form, captaincy amid calls for Test retirement

India Today  

Captain Rohit Sharma acknowledged that both his batting form and captaincy have fallen short of expectations but chose to remain non-committal about his future in the Test team. Rohit faced tough questions during the press conference after India’s defeat in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, where they failed to salvage a draw on the final day. AUS vs IND, …

Ind vs Aus 4th Test: Ravi Shastri hopeful Virat Kohli will roar again at MCG if the ‘King’ does THIS
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1 week, 5 days ago

Ind vs Aus 4th Test: Ravi Shastri hopeful Virat Kohli will roar again at MCG if the ‘King’ does THIS

Live Mint  

With the World Test Championship 2025 finals spot on a bet and South Africa already registering its name as one of the finalists, former India coach Ravi Shastri wants Virat Kohli to ‘forget everything else’ ahead of the final innings of the Melbourne Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. Suggesting Virat Kohli to bat just like he did in the …

'Hoping against hope': Manjrekar's honest take on Rohit Sharma's potential batting spot on Day 5 at MCG
1 week, 5 days ago

'Hoping against hope': Manjrekar's honest take on Rohit Sharma's potential batting spot on Day 5 at MCG

Hindustan Times  

Sanjay Manjrekar has sent a stern warning to Indian management, advising them to put KL Rahul back as an opener in the second innings and demote struggling Rohit Sharma to number 3. Sanjay Manjrekar advised KL Rahul to open for India in second innings and Rohit Sharma to bat at number 3. ‘You have got three guys AUS will find …

Rohit Sharma to retire after IND vs AUS BGT Test series? Rumours fly as chief selector Ajit Agarkar reaches Melbourne
1 week, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma to retire after IND vs AUS BGT Test series? Rumours fly as chief selector Ajit Agarkar reaches Melbourne

Live Mint  

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma's recent lean patch is in focus as Chief Selector Ajith Agarkar's presence in Melbourne triggered talk about the skipper's probable retirement. Questions will be asked if he doesn't score in those three innings.” With his continued insipid performances, questions are being raised about whether the 38-year-old Indian captain will soon retire from Test cricket. …

Rohit Sharma's ‘career coming to an end’, Mark Waugh certain India captain approaching retirement unless...
1 week, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma's ‘career coming to an end’, Mark Waugh certain India captain approaching retirement unless...

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma is going through a lean patch and runs have been hard to come by for the 37-year-old. India captain Rohit Sharma walks off the field after getting dismissed during Day 2 of the fourth Test against Australia. When Shastri made his remark, former Australia batter Mark Waugh opined that if Rohit is unable to score runs …

Watch: Nathan Lyon sledges KL Rahul after batter drops to No.3 for Rohit Sharma
2 weeks ago

Watch: Nathan Lyon sledges KL Rahul after batter drops to No.3 for Rohit Sharma

India Today  

Australia spinner Nathan Lyon sledged India batter KL Rahul during Day 2 of the Boxing Day Test match in Melbourne. KL Rahul, who has done well as an opener in the tour of Australia, shifted one place down to make way for India captain Rohit Sharma. Rohit, who was batting at No.6, to accommodate Rahul in the opening spot decided …

Rohit Sharma disturbed the openers in Melbourne: Manjrekar on India batting order
2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma disturbed the openers in Melbourne: Manjrekar on India batting order

India Today  

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has criticized India skipper Rohit Sharma’s decision to open the batting in the ongoing Melbourne Test against Australia, arguing that it disrupted the established batting order and negatively impacted the team’s performance. Manjrekar pointed out that Rohit’s decision to promote himself to the opening slot disturbed the chemistry of the in-form duo, KL Rahul and …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Rohit Sharma likely to open for India, says assistant coach Abhishek Nayar
2 weeks, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Rohit Sharma likely to open for India, says assistant coach Abhishek Nayar

The Hindu  

Minutes before the fourth Test commenced at the Melbourne Cricket Ground here on Thursday, India stirred the news with some radical selection calls. After the first day’s play, it was assistant coach Abhishek Nayar’s turn to offer his rationale behind India’s choices: “Looking at these conditions and the pitch, having Washi in the bowling attack will give us that variation, …

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