Rohit Sharma smashes half century as India hammer dismal Pakistan
1 year, 2 months ago

Rohit Sharma smashes half century as India hammer dismal Pakistan

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy India steamrollered Pakistan by seven wickets in a lopsided blockbuster match at a heaving Narendra Modi Stadium on Saturday to maintain their unblemished 50-overs World Cup record against their arch-rivals. India's skipper Rohit Sharma led the chase with a blistering 86, and the two-time champions eventually romped home in 30.3 overs to maintain their unbeaten record against Pakistan in the history of the tournament. open image in gallery Rohit Sharma in action for India against Pakistan in Ahmedabad At 155-2 in the 30th over, Pakistan appeared set for a 300-plus total with their two batting mainstays on song. Siraj clean-bowled Babar to trigger the collapse, and Jasprit Bumrah castled Rizwan with a slow off-cutter to knock the stuffing out of Pakistan's batting lineup.

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India vs Australia fourth Test in Melbourne: Indian captain Rohit Sharma press conference ahead of the fourth Test on December 24, 2024
19 hours, 54 minutes ago

India vs Australia fourth Test in Melbourne: Indian captain Rohit Sharma press conference ahead of the fourth Test on December 24, 2024

The Hindu  

In a tiny press-conference hall located in the basement of the massive Melbourne Cricket Ground, Rohit Sharma kept nodding his head. It’s not a thing which I should be discussing at every press-conference.” Stepping into the fourth Test with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series level at 1-1, the visiting captain said: “We played some really good cricket and we have been …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Rohit focusses on fine-tuning defence ahead of Boxing Day clash
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21 hours, 35 minutes ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Rohit focusses on fine-tuning defence ahead of Boxing Day clash

The Hindu  

A city that can throw up four seasons in a single day decided to stick to the straight and the narrow on Tuesday. Melbourne’s whimsical skies turned a bright shade of blue, the sunlight was of the blinding type, hardly a leaf stirred, and as the dry heat rose, a whiff of eucalyptus scent wafted in from the trees of …

Rohit Sharma breaks silence on Virat Kohli's outside off-stump woes: ‘You only said he’s a modern-day great'
22 hours, 32 minutes ago

Rohit Sharma breaks silence on Virat Kohli's outside off-stump woes: ‘You only said he’s a modern-day great'

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma ended his silence on Virat Kohli's struggles with deliveries outside the off stump. In his unique style, Rohit first broke into laughter and then replied to the reporter using his own words when asked about Kohli's form in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India's captain Rohit Sharma, right, and teammate Virat Kohli leave the field The former …

Rohit Sharma's 'embarrassing' struggle against part-timer Padikkal sparks concerns, fans says, 'he is in the endgame'
2 days ago

Rohit Sharma's 'embarrassing' struggle against part-timer Padikkal sparks concerns, fans says, 'he is in the endgame'

Hindustan Times  

Concerns around India captain Rohit Sharma's form increased further ahead of the start of the fourth Test match against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground after a footage of the 37-year-old struggling against part-time bowler Devdutt Padikkal went viral on social media. India's Rohit Sharma walks off the field after his dismissal by Australia's bowler Pat Cummins The ongoing tour …

Rohit Sharma outclassed by Devdutt Padikkal in nets, netizens call it ‘embarrassing’
2 days, 2 hours ago

Rohit Sharma outclassed by Devdutt Padikkal in nets, netizens call it ‘embarrassing’

Live Mint  

India captain Rohit Sharma hasn't been in the best of form in Test cricket for some time now, and his poor form has continued in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. In the midst of all the chatter, a new video has emerged of Team India's net practice session in Melbourne where Rohit was outclassed by his teammate and part-time spinner …

Rohit should change his tactics, be more attacking batting at No. 6: Ravi Shastri
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2 days, 18 hours ago

Rohit should change his tactics, be more attacking batting at No. 6: Ravi Shastri

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: With skipper Rohit Sharma struggling to decipher a way to score runs in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, former India coach Ravi Shastri says the stylish batter should go in with a clear mindset, change his tactics, and attack the bowlers. "I would like to see Rohit Sharma, his tactics change a bit because he can still be extremely dangerous at …

Injury scare for Rohit Sharma, Indian captain hit on left knee ahead of Boxing Day Test against Australia
3 days, 2 hours ago

Injury scare for Rohit Sharma, Indian captain hit on left knee ahead of Boxing Day Test against Australia

Live Mint  

India captain Rohit Sharma was hit on his left knee during Team India's net session in Melbourne ahead of the Boxing Day Test against Australia, according to a report in the Times of India. The report notes that the injury did not look too serious and the team physio is taking precautions to ensure that any swelling on Rohit's leg …

IND vs AUS: Injury scare for Rohit Sharma after blow to knee in Melbourne nets
3 days, 4 hours ago

IND vs AUS: Injury scare for Rohit Sharma after blow to knee in Melbourne nets

India Today  

Ahead of the Boxing Day Test match, India captain Rohit Sharma copped a big blow on his left knee during practice on Sunday, December 22. India are level 1-1 with Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and will push for a win in the final two Test matches of the series, in the hope of a three-peat vs Australia. The hope …

Rohit Sharma advised to bat at no. 3 amidst struggling form Down Under: ‘That is a mantra for any batter’
3 days, 15 hours ago

Rohit Sharma advised to bat at no. 3 amidst struggling form Down Under: ‘That is a mantra for any batter’

Hindustan Times  

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has advised skipper Rohit Sharma to spend more time in the middle to get his rhythm back. Rohit Sharma has registered only one double-digit score in three innings in the ongoing Test series against Australia. ‘Rohit Sharma needs two or three shots…’ Bangar also provided a solution to Rohit's worries. Rohit Sharma needs two …

KL Rahul gets hit on finger in fresh injury scare for India days before Boxing Day Test
3 days, 15 hours ago

KL Rahul gets hit on finger in fresh injury scare for India days before Boxing Day Test

Hindustan Times  

KL Rahul was seen getting some treatment on his arm in the nets while batting in what seems like a fresh injury scare for India going into the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. India's KL Rahul reacts during day five of the third cricket Test match between Australia and India at The Gabba in Brisbane on …

Rohit Sharma's Unwanted ODI Record: A Historic First No Indian Captain Would Want
3 days, 18 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 …

Ind vs Aus, 4th Test, BGT 2024-25: What’s at stake for Rohit Sharma’s Team India, check details
3 days, 19 hours ago

Ind vs Aus, 4th Test, BGT 2024-25: What’s at stake for Rohit Sharma’s Team India, check details

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma-led Indian Cricket Team is all set to face Pat Cummins-led Australia for the fourth Test match from December 26 at Melbourne Cricket Ground in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. Among other things, not only is the series at stake for India, but it would also decide whether India will participate in the World Test Championship finals, which will …

IND vs AUS 4th Test: KL Rahul's Freak Injury Scare Caught On Camera - WATCH
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3 days, 20 hours ago

IND vs AUS 4th Test: KL Rahul's Freak Injury Scare Caught On Camera - WATCH

ABP News  

The fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar series between India and Australia is set to take place from December 16 onwards at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. However, Team India is facing a potential setback as their star keeper-batter KL Rahul, who has been in outstanding form throughout IND vs AUS Test series, sustained an injury during a practice session. Team …

India vs Australia Boxing Day Test: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli lead preparations ahead of Melbourne face-off
3 days, 23 hours ago

India vs Australia Boxing Day Test: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli lead preparations ahead of Melbourne face-off

The Hindu  

Past the statues of Dennis Lillee and Shane Warne frozen in their bowling actions and fringed by lush foliage, the Melbourne Cricket Ground is a pretty sight. There is history in every corner, and at one level lower than the main venue, the Indians were busy preparing for their immediate future here on Saturday morning. At one point Rohit asked …

Shaheen Afridi, Kamran Ghulam shine as Pakistan seal third straight overseas ODI series win
5 days, 4 hours ago

Shaheen Afridi, Kamran Ghulam shine as Pakistan seal third straight overseas ODI series win

India TV News  

Pakistan achieved their third consecutive ODI series victory, away from home as Mohammad Rizwan and Co handed South Africa a colossal loss in the second of the three-match series and hence took a 2-0 unassailable lead on Thursday, December 19 with a game to go. Pakistan led by Kamran Ghulam's positive intent late on the back of fifties from Rizwan …

SA vs PAK: Babar Azam, Rizwan's grit leads Pakistan to seal series in Cape Town
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5 days, 4 hours ago

SA vs PAK: Babar Azam, Rizwan's grit leads Pakistan to seal series in Cape Town

India Today  

Pakistan showcased a commanding performance to clinch an ODI series victory against South Africa with an 81-run win on December 20 at Cape Town, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead. A stellar batting display, led by the likes of Babar Azam, captain Mohammad Rizwan, and Kamran Ghulam, coupled with a sensational bowling spell by Shaheen Afridi, sealed Pakistan’s third consecutive ODI …

SA vs PAK, 2nd ODI: Pakistan outplays South Africa to earn 81-run win and take series lead
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5 days, 7 hours ago

SA vs PAK, 2nd ODI: Pakistan outplays South Africa to earn 81-run win and take series lead

The Hindu  

Shaheen Shah Afridi produced a spell of high-quality seam bowling as Pakistan claimed its One-Day International series against South Africa with a game to spare following a comprehensive 81-run victory at Newlands on Thursday. SA vs PAK 2nd ODI HIGHLIGHTS Captain Mohammad Rizwan scored 80 from 82 balls to anchor the Pakistan innings, but the impetus for its total came …

Pakistan in good shape for Champions Trophy after winning ODI series in South Africa
5 days, 8 hours ago

Pakistan in good shape for Champions Trophy after winning ODI series in South Africa

Associated Press  

CAPE TOWN, South Africa — Pakistan won a second straight major one-day international series away from home when it beat South Africa by 81 runs at Newlands on Thursday. Heinrich Klaasen hit 97 but South Africa’s chase was strangled by Pakistan, and fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi ended the last meaningful resistance with three wickets in three overs. Pakistan’s fifth …

Ravichandran Ashwin retirement: Best performances across career - From 1 not out vs Pakistan to Sydney heroics in 2021
6 days, 16 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 …

Rohit on Ashwin retirement: Heard this when I came to Perth, but convinced him to stay till pink-ball Test
6 days, 20 hours ago

Rohit on Ashwin retirement: Heard this when I came to Perth, but convinced him to stay till pink-ball Test

The Hindu  

It was a Wednesday of speculations while the rains drenched the Gabba. Facing the media after Ashwin left the press-conference hall, the Indian skipper said: “Some decisions are very personal and I don’t think too many questions should be asked. He was very sure about what he wanted to do and the team completely backed his thought process.” Speaking about …

Rohit says India's fightback means nothing for Melbourne
6 days, 21 hours ago

Rohit says India's fightback means nothing for Melbourne

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma said Wednesday his team's gritty fightback against Australia with both bat and ball would not hold any significance for the Boxing Day Test. HT Image Despite being behind for much of the rain-affected third Test, India showed great determination to avoid the follow-on and then take seven quick wickets in Australia's second innings. Australia off-spinner Nathan …

Watch: Virat Kohli helps Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Siraj plot Steve Smith's downfall
1 week ago

Watch: Virat Kohli helps Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Siraj plot Steve Smith's downfall

India Today  

Virat Kohli played a major role in Steve Smith's wicket on Day 5 of the Gabba Test as he helped Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Siraj to execute the plan properly. | Scorecard | AUS vs IND, 3rd Test Day 5 Updates Smith looked a bit tentative early on and went for an expansive shot against Siraj for a boundary. However, …

SA vs PAK: Agha-Ayub brilliance helps Pakistan clinch thrilling win in 1st ODI
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1 week ago

SA vs PAK: Agha-Ayub brilliance helps Pakistan clinch thrilling win in 1st ODI

India Today  

Saim Ayub's brilliant 109 and Salman Agha's all-round brilliance helped Pakistan clinch a thrilling 3-wicket win over South Africa in the first ODI on Tuesday, December 17. Chasing 240, Pakistan teetered at 60 for 4 before Ayub’s 141-run stand with Salman Agha and Agha’s composed unbeaten 82 guided the team to victory with three balls and three wickets to spare. …

Saim hundred and Salman’s all-round effort lead Pakistan to ODI win over South Africa
1 week ago

Saim hundred and Salman’s all-round effort lead Pakistan to ODI win over South Africa

Associated Press  

PAARL, South Africa — Career-best performances by allrounder Salman Agha led Pakistan to a series-opening win over South Africa in their one-day international on Tuesday. That came after his part-time off-spin took 4-32 and tore out South Africa’s top order, starting the Proteas’ gradual decline to a below-par 239-9. But within four overs, South Africa was 88-4 as Salman dismissed …

SA vs PAK: Saim Ayub bats Pakistan to victory over South Africa in first ODI
1 week ago

SA vs PAK: Saim Ayub bats Pakistan to victory over South Africa in first ODI

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s exciting opener Saim Ayub gave a vivid display of his prodigious talent with a classy century on Tuesday to lead his team to a closely fought three-wicket win over South Africa in the first of their three One-Day Internationals. The 22-year-old Ayub hit his second ton in his seventh ODI with an elegant 109 off 119 balls to lay …

IND vs AUS, 3rd Test: Pat Cummins overtakes Sir Garfield Sobers in unique feat on a frustrating Day 4 for Australia
1 week ago

IND vs AUS, 3rd Test: Pat Cummins overtakes Sir Garfield Sobers in unique feat on a frustrating Day 4 for Australia

Live Mint  

On a frustrating day for the Australian cricket team in the ongoing third Test on Tuesday, captain Pat Cummins shone bright with four wickets as he surpassed legendary Garfield Sobers and New Zealand's Daniel Vettori to become the third-highest wicket-taker as a skipper in Tests. The Australian skipper dismissed the entire Indian middle-order which included the likes of Rishabh Pant, …

Rahul, Jadeja, and brave tailenders help India avoid follow-on
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1 week ago

Rahul, Jadeja, and brave tailenders help India avoid follow-on

Deccan Chronicle  

Brisbane: KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja were determination personified as their fighting fifties helped India avoid the follow-on on the fourth day of the weather-hit third Test against a menacing Australia that seems meandering towards a draw. Jadeja and Rahul were the heavy-lifters in India's 252 for nine when bad light forced a early close to the day. But while …

BGT 2024-25: KL, Jadeja fifties, defiant tail-enders prevent follow-on for India, trail Australia by 193 runs (Day 3, Stumps)
1 week ago

BGT 2024-25: KL, Jadeja fifties, defiant tail-enders prevent follow-on for India, trail Australia by 193 runs (Day 3, Stumps)

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane, : Brilliant half-centuries from KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja and a fine display of defiance and defence from tailenders Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep helped India prevent follow-on against Australia as a rain-affected day three at Brisbane concluded on entertaining note on Tuesday. BGT 2024-25: KL, Jadeja fifties, defiant tail-enders prevent follow-on for India, trail Australia by 193 runs …

Gabba Test: Fans speculate Rohit Sharma's retirement after his unusual gesture!
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1 week ago

Gabba Test: Fans speculate Rohit Sharma's retirement after his unusual gesture!

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India ODI and Test captain Rohit Sharma sparks speculations of retirement from the longer format after his unusual gesture while walking back to pavilion in the first innings of the third Test against Australia in Brisbane. Facing 26 deliveries, Rohit looked in control, but a swinging delivery outside off edged the 37-year-old's bat with a little to no foot …

Rohit Sharma set to 'retire'? India captain's gloves act after Gabba dismissal sparks end of Test career speculations
Top News
1 week, 1 day ago

Rohit Sharma set to 'retire'? India captain's gloves act after Gabba dismissal sparks end of Test career speculations

Hindustan Times  

India captain Rohit Sharma's woeful run continued in Test cricket as he nicked off to Pat Cummins in the opening half hour on Day 4 of the third Tet match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Brisbane. India's Rohit Sharma walks off the field after his dismissal by Australia's bowler Pat Cummins on day four of the third Test match …

Sunil Gavaskar's critical 'respect' remark as India legend explains difference between KL Rahul and other India batters
1 week, 1 day ago

Sunil Gavaskar's critical 'respect' remark as India legend explains difference between KL Rahul and other India batters

Hindustan Times  

Team India faced yet another batting collapse during the first innings of the Brisbane Test, as the side was left reeling at 51/4 by the end of Day 3. India's KL Rahul walks off the field after losing his wicket during the day two of the second cricket test match between Australia and India at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide …

Gabba Test: KL Rahul scores gritty fifty after Steve Smith gives Day 4 lifeline
1 week, 1 day ago

Gabba Test: KL Rahul scores gritty fifty after Steve Smith gives Day 4 lifeline

India Today  

KL Rahul scored a gritty fifty in India's first innings during the Gabba Test on Day 4 after Steve Smith gave him a lifeline off the very first ball on Tuesday, December 17. Rahul looked to be in fine touch right from the get-go and played some delightful shots along the way on Day 3 as he consistently kept losing …

IND vs AUS, 3rd Test Day 4 Live Updates: Rain halts play after KL Rahul fifty, Rohit exit
1 week, 1 day ago

IND vs AUS, 3rd Test Day 4 Live Updates: Rain halts play after KL Rahul fifty, Rohit exit

India Today  

Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul scored a total of 783 runs together in that series, with Rohit leading from the front. Rohit top-scored for India with 368 runs in 4 matches, while KL Rahul scored 315. In the Lord's Test match, one that India won by 151 runs, Rohit attacked Sam Curran with 4 boundaries, after blunting the new-ball attack. …

Walking wicket, clueless: Fans react as India captain Rohit Sharma fails again
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1 week, 1 day ago

Walking wicket, clueless: Fans react as India captain Rohit Sharma fails again

India Today  

Rohit Sharma's poor run of form during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy continued as the India captain failed to impress with the bat during Day 4 of the Gabba Test. AUS vs IND, Gabba Test Day 4 Live Updates Rohit arrived at the crease when India were 44 for 4 on Day 3 and had lost Rishabh Pant. Rohit would get an …

Vintage Pakistan: Fans have field-day after Haris Rauf drops sitter vs South Africa
1 week, 1 day ago

Vintage Pakistan: Fans have field-day after Haris Rauf drops sitter vs South Africa

India Today  

Haris Rauf had a moment to forget during the South Africa vs Pakistan 1st ODI clash as he dropped a straightforward catch, much to the delight of the crowd. SA batters falter Nonethless, Pakistan delivered another impressive bowling performance by resitricting South Africa to a below-par total after a strong start. South Africa began well with a solid 70-run opening …

Sourav Ganguly back under-fire Virat Kohli to score 1 more hundred vs Australia
1 week, 1 day ago

Sourav Ganguly back under-fire Virat Kohli to score 1 more hundred vs Australia

India Today  

Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly has backed under-fire Virat Kohli to score another hundred in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Speaking exclusively to India Today after Day 4 of the Gabba Test match, Ganguly advised Kohli to leave more balls in the earlier part of his innings. Gabba Test, Day 4: Report | Highlights Ganguly also praised Bengal's Akash Deep, who …

‘Could Rohit Sharma have come at No. 5?’: India's batting line-up under scanner after Rishabh Pant's repeated failure
1 week, 1 day ago

‘Could Rohit Sharma have come at No. 5?’: India's batting line-up under scanner after Rishabh Pant's repeated failure

Hindustan Times  

Former batting coach Sanjay Bangar has raised questions on India's batting line-up and suggested it would be better for the team if Rishabh Pant came out at number 6. India's captain Rohit Sharma, right, talks to Rishabh Pant during play on day two of the third cricket test between India and Australia at the Gabba. Bangar further said that skipper …

India in dire straits at 48/4 after top-order batters' flop show
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1 week, 1 day ago

India in dire straits at 48/4 after top-order batters' flop show

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane, Atrocious shot selection by the top-order batters, including Virat Kohli, left India reeling at 48 for four at tea on a rain-marred day three of the third Test against Australia here on Monday. HT Image Left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc struck twice and Josh Hazlewood once as India took lunch at 22 for three after Australia racked up 445 in …

Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul: India's best bet to save Gabba Test
1 week, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul: India's best bet to save Gabba Test

India Today  

The Indian team is reeling under pressure at the iconic Gabba in the 3rd Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. As India look to rescue the Test match and keep themselves alive in the race for the World Test Championship Final, their hopes hinge on KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma, who survived an incredibly painful start-stop Day 3 of the …

Rohit Sharma my brother, play with more energy: Hayden's message to India captain
1 week, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma my brother, play with more energy: Hayden's message to India captain

India Today  

Former Australia skipper Matthew Hayden has called on India captain Rohit Sharma to bat with energy and aggression as he takes the crease on Day 4 of the Brisbane Test. Speaking to Star Sports, Hayden expressed his desire to see a more energetic Rohit Sharma at the crease, a trait he feels has been absent in the ongoing Border Gavaskar …

Virat Kohli edged and gone: Fans slam pattern after India star flops in Brisbane
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1 week, 2 days ago

Virat Kohli edged and gone: Fans slam pattern after India star flops in Brisbane

India Today  

India star batter Virat Kohli's struggles against Australia’s bowlers continued as his innings ended early on Day 3 of the Brisbane Test. This dismissal not only intensified pressure on the Indian batting unit, which had already lost opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and then Shubman Gill to Mitchell Starc, but also exposed a recurring vulnerability in Kohli's game. Earlier in the innings, …

Rohit Sharma's half-hearted captaincy approach leaves India on backfoot after Travis Head's onslaught
1 week, 2 days ago

Rohit Sharma's half-hearted captaincy approach leaves India on backfoot after Travis Head's onslaught

Firstpost  

Rohit Sharma was punished for his half-hearted captaincy approach as Travis Head slammed an aggressive century on Day 2 of third Australia-India Test in Brisbane on Sunday. Travis Head’s love affair with Indian bowling continues A love affair with the Indian bowling that began in the final of the World Test Championship at The Oval in June last year and …

Rohit Sharma's struggles with bat only matched by confusing captaincy: Ian Chappell
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1 week, 3 days ago

Rohit Sharma's struggles with bat only matched by confusing captaincy: Ian Chappell

India Today  

Former Australia cricketer Ian Chappel has hit out at Rohit Sharma for his poor batting and confusing captaincy. Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25: Full Coverage Former India head coach and cricketer Ravi Shasri criticised Rohit Sharma's ultra-defensive fields against Travis Head on air calling it one of the ‘worst set ups’. IND vs AUS, 3rd Test, Day 2: Match Report | Full …

'Rohit Sharma talked to me in sign language from the dugout': How India outsmarted Australia in famous Gabba Test win
1 week, 4 days ago

'Rohit Sharma talked to me in sign language from the dugout': How India outsmarted Australia in famous Gabba Test win

Hindustan Times  

Team India's triumph in the Brisbane Test during the 2020/21 series against Australia stands as one of the most iconic moments in the country's cricketing history. India's captain Rohit Sharma The victory marked Australia’s first defeat at the venue in 32 years in Test cricket. While Rishabh Pant was the star of India's incredible 328-run chase with a brilliant unbeaten …

Ajinkya Rahane weighs up on KKR captaincy with 56-ball 98, powers Mumbai to Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final
1 week, 4 days ago

Ajinkya Rahane weighs up on KKR captaincy with 56-ball 98, powers Mumbai to Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final

Live Mint  

Veteran India Ajinkya Rahane once again made a statement for the job of Kolkata Knight Riders captaincy in the upcoming edition of Indian Premier League as his swashbuckling 56-ball 98 powered Mumbai to the final of the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy on Friday. Rahane, who came in after the early departure of Prithvi Shaw, added 78 runs for the …

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Rahane’s 98 takes Mumbai into final after beating Baroda by six wickets
Top News
1 week, 4 days ago

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Rahane’s 98 takes Mumbai into final after beating Baroda by six wickets

The Hindu  

Ajinkya Rahane scored a flawless 98 but missed out on a hundred as Mumbai defeated Baroda by six wickets to enter the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday. Rahane hit five sixes and 11 fours during his 56-ball knock and when he attempted to go another hit - Mumbai only required one …

Onus on Rohit, Kohli as India gear up for potentially make-or-break Test
1 week, 4 days ago

Onus on Rohit, Kohli as India gear up for potentially make-or-break Test

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane, Rohit Sharma's elegance and Virat Kohli's class will face the ultimate 'Test' when India take on an Australian team eager to set the record straight on a spicy Gabba track in the third game of the Border-Gavaskar series, starting Saturday. Rohit, Kohli and the constant chatter ======================== The decibel levels of "outside noise" about the duo's waning form have …

On this day: Rohit Sharma becomes first to score three ODI double tons
1 week, 4 days ago

On this day: Rohit Sharma becomes first to score three ODI double tons

Hindustan Times  

On this day in 2017, Rohit Sharma added another glorious chapter to his career, by smashing his third double century in ODIs. Rohit Sharma celebrates after scoring his third double century during the second one-day international match against Sri Lanka in Mohali. Rohit’s acceleration helped India add a staggering 147 runs in the last 10 overs, finishing at an imposing …

Rohit must return to opening if he has to throw the first punch: Shastri
1 week, 5 days ago

Rohit must return to opening if he has to throw the first punch: Shastri

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane, Former India head coach Ravi Shastri, who knows a thing or two about winning Test rubbers in Australia, on Thursday asked India skipper Rohit Sharma to return to the opening slot "if he has to throw the first punch" on an opponent brimming with confidence. HT Image Shastri was serving as team director when India won their maiden Test …

'Rohit Sharma Is Overweight...': Former South African Cricketer Fat-Shames Indian Skipper
1 week, 5 days ago

'Rohit Sharma Is Overweight...': Former South African Cricketer Fat-Shames Indian Skipper

ABP News  

Indian cricket team's captain Rohit Sharma's form and fitness have become major concerns during the ongoing IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Former South African cricketer Daryl Cullinan added fuel to the debate by criticizing Rohit's fitness in an interview with InsideSport. Uncertain future as an Opener in Tests In Rohit's absence, Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul opened the innings in …

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